Seafair Weekend

FESTIVAL

FRI-SUN, AUGUST 1ST-3RD, 2025 FROM 8:30AM TO 6PM

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About The Event
Event Schedule
Food & Drinks
Maps, Parking, & Accessibility
FAQs

Ticket Info

About The Event

Seafair Weekend is Seattle’s premier boating event, air show, and festival all rolled into one.

It features live music, delicious food and beverage options, and various family-friendly activities. Whether you’re a local or a first-time visitor, Seafair Weekend promises to deliver an incredible experience that captures the essence of the Pacific Northwest’s vibrant culture and natural beauty.

Known and loved as an unofficial Puget Sound holiday, this is the most anticipated event of the summer! Join in the fun and create memories that will last a lifetime!

General Admission on Friday, August 1st is FREE.

How To Watch Seafair Weekend Festival on TV

Broadcast live on August 3rd from at 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM on KONG TV.

Dive Into Seafair Weekend

Learn more about what’s going on all weekend long!

Boeing Seafair Air Show

Apollo Mechanical Cup Hydroplane Races

Dick’s Drive-In Classic Car Show

Entertainment Stage

Event Schedule

Please Note: The following schedule is from the 2024 event and is not reflective of our upcoming agenda.

9:00 AM – H1 Unlimited Hydroplane Testing
10:35 AM – Vintage Hydroplanes
10:55 AM – J Hydro Heat 1
11:10 AM – US Army Golden Knights
11:40 AM – H1 Unlimited Hydroplane Qualifying
1:05 PM – US Navy EA-18G Growler
1:35 PM – US Air Force C17
1:50 PM – US Air Force F35A
2:15 PM – PBY-5A Catalina
2:30 PM – US Coast Guard Search and Rescue Demo
2:40 PM – Boeing Air Show
2:50 PM – Vintage Hydroplanes
3:10 PM – US Marines F35B
3:35 PM – US Navy Blue Angels

9:00 AM – H1 Unlimited Hydroplane Testing
10:30 AM – J Hydro Heat 2
10:50 AM – Boeing Air Show
11:00 AM – PBY-5A Catalina
11:15 AM – US Coast Guard Search and Rescue
11:35 AM – Vintage Hydroplanes
11:55 AM – US Army Golden Knights
12:25 PM – H1 Heat 1A 5 Minute Gun
12:30 PM – H1 Heat 1A
12:45 PM – H1 Heat 1B 5 Minute Gun
12:50 PM – H1 Heat 1B
1:00 PM – US Navy EA-18G Growler
1:30 PM – US Air Force C17
1:45 PM – US Air Force F35A
2:15 PM – Vintage Hydroplanes
2:35 PM – H1 Heat 2A 5 Minute Gun
2:40 PM – H1 Heat 2A
2:55 PM – H1 Heat 2B 5 Minute Gun
3:00 PM – H1 Heat 2B
3:10 PM – US Marines F35B
3:35 PM – US Navy Blue Angels

9:00 AM – H1 Testing
10:00 AM – J Hydro Heat 3
10:20 AM – H1 Testing
11:00 AM
• Opening Ceremonies
• King County Helo Flag Presentation
• National Anthem Singer
11:10 AM – US Coast Guard Search and Rescue
11:20 AM – J Hydro Final
11:40 AM – Vintage Hydroplanes
12:00 PM – US Army Golden Knights
12:25 PM – H1 Heat 3A 5 Minute Gun
12:30 PM – H1 Heat 3A
12:45 PM – H1 Heat 3B 5 Minute Gun
12:50 PM – H1 Heat 3B
1:00 PM – US Navy EA-18G Growler
1:30 PM – US Air Force C17
1:45 PM – US Air Force F35A
2:10 PM – PBY-5A Catalina
2:40 PM – Apollo Mechanical Cup Final 5 Minute Gun
2:45 PM – Apollo Mechanical Cup Final
3:05 PM – Boeing Flyover
3:10 PM – US Marines F35B
3:35 PM – US Navy Blue Angels
4:35 PM – H1 Awards Ceremony

Friday, August 2nd
Seafair Main Stage
10:00 AM – Soundtrack/Community Groups
11:00 AM – Hula Hoop
11:30 AM – Navy Band
2:00 PM – Marines Band
4:30 PM – Army Band
US Army Golden Knights Jump Zone
11:10 AM – US Army Golden Knights
Kona Brewing South Turn
10:00 AM – Soundtrack
11:00 AM – DJ Farnes
2:00 PM – DJ Farnes

Saturday, August 3rd
Seafair Main Stage
10:00 AM – Soundtrack/Community Groups
11:00 AM – Hula Hoop Competition
11:30 AM – Marines Band
2:00 PM – Army Band
4:30 PM – Navy Band
US Army Golden Knights Jump Zone
11:55 AM – US Army Golden Knights
Kona Brewing South Turn
10:00 AM – Soundtrack
11:00 AM – iHeartRadio DJ
2:00 PM – iHeartRadio DJ

Sunday, August 4th
Seafair Main Stage
10:00 AM – Soundtrack/Community Groups
11:00 AM – Hula Hoop Competition
11:30 AM – Army Band
2:00 PM – Navy Band
4:30 PM – Marines Band
US Army Golden Knights Jump Zone
12:00 PM – US Army Golden Knights
Kona Brewing South Turn
10:00 AM – Soundtrack
11:00 AM – DJ Farnes
2:00 PM – DJ Farnes

Enjoy Seafair Weekend’s best entertainment lineup of live music, military drill performances, and more.

More About Seafair Weekend Festival Entertainment Stage

One Epic Weekend.
5 Unique Premium Experiences!

Pit Passes

The Deck

Grandstands

Captain’s Club

Log Boom

Get Up Close With The Blue Angels

Located off-site at the King County International Airport

Blue Angels Walk Down

Brunch & The Blues

Food & Drinks

Seafair hosts a vibrant and eclectic food selection that celebrates the city’s rich gastronomic heritage. As attendees wander through Genesee Park they are greeted with an array of tantalizing food options representing a fusion of global cuisines. From the iconic flavors of the Pacific Northwest to international delicacies, there’s something to satisfy every palate.

Fair Favorites

Pretzels
Burgers
Fries
Hot Dogs

Local Vendors

Vendor line-up coming soon!

International Cuisine

Asian
Mexican
Indian

Yummy Treats

Ice-Cream
Funnel Cake
Shaved Ice

Seafair Weekend Beer Gardens have a delightfully curated beverage lineup and entertainment schedule.

More About Seafair Weekend Festival Beer Gardens

Maps, Parking, & Accessibility

Event Map Purchase Parking Passes

Parking & Transportation

The ADA parking lot is located on 43rd and Genesee. This is first-come-first-serve. The lot fills up quickly, please come early for a spot.

Fans are invited to get to the park using public transportation, including Metro and Link Light Rail, as well as ride-share and bicycle options. Guests arriving via Link Light Rail can get off at the Columbia City station and take advantage of our free round-trip shuttle service from the station to the park Friday through Sunday from 9:00 am to 6:00 pm.

More information coming soon. Sign up for notifications.

Accessibility & ADA

Our complimentary shuttle stops at the ADA parking lot on 43rd and Genesee, Main Gate, 43rd & Lake Washington Boulevard, and then Captains Club.

Seating Options for the Hydroplane Races & Boeing Airshow:

Captains Club is a great seating option for all-day access that includes food and drink and a shaded area.
Grandstand Reserved Seats provide a spectacular lake front view of all the action. Get off the Seafair Shuttle at the Lake Washington Blvd. and make your way toward the pit entrance.
Open Seating is Available Near South Turn Beach, first come – first serve.

Event FAQs

No. General Admission at the gate is free, but Premium Experience access (Grandstands, The Deck, Hydroplane Pits, Captain’s Club) and parking are charged at the regular rate.

There are 3 ways to enter Seafair Weekend Festival at Genesee Park:

The main entrance is located at Genesee Park & Playfield at the corner of 43rd Ave S & S Genesee St.

The North Entrance is located at Lake Washington Blvd S and Lake Park Dr S.

The South Entrance is located at 49th Ave S and Lake Washington Blvd S.

Military Discounts are offered on General Gate Admission Charges by presenting a valid Military ID on the day of event.

General Gate Admission is waived for active Military and discounted 50% for spouse / family / retired with proper ID presented at the gate for admission.

*Please note, due to the limited number of seats, Military discounts are not available for our premium experiences (Captain’s Club, Grandstand Seating, The Deck, etc.).

Visit our Volunteer Page where you can learn more about volunteering and how to sign-up.

• All Weapons (including guns, knives, brass knuckles, loose batteries, wires, box cutters)
• Drugs, drug paraphernalia, or any other illegal substances
• Drones and Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS)
• Sparklers, fireworks or incendiary materials of any kind
• All Noisemakers (including megaphones, air horns, sirens, whistles)
• Laser Lights and Pointers
• Mace/Pepper spray
• Animals and pets (excluding service animals)
• Footballs, Frisbees, Baseballs and other projectiles
• Helium balloons
• Enclosed or Walled Tents
• Gas or charcoal BBQs
• Smoking or vaping
• Glass Containers
• Alcohol

*Seafair retains the right to prohibit additional items deemed to be dangerous or inappropriate.

Yes, all bags will be searched upon entry. Prohibited items found within the park will be disposed of without return.

Strollers and small wagons
Bicycles, skateboards, and other personal transportation items (must be stored at the Event’s Bike Compound)
Personal umbrellas (cannot be inserted into the ground)
Lawn chairs
Sunscreens and canopies (must be removed by 6pm)
Blankets
Coolers
Non-alcoholic beverages (must have the original seal, no glass bottles)
Cameras
Tablets and laptops
Stainless steel or plastic water bottles

*Review the FAQ for each individual event as items may change.

Blue Angels flights are tentatively scheduled for 1530-1640 as of now, however will be confirmed by the FAA in April.

Visit our FAQs page for more common questions about Seafair events.

Ticket Info

General Admission on Friday, August 1st is FREE.

General Admission Tickets Purchases Parking Passes Purchase Hydroplane Pit Passes

Log Boom

The Deck

Grandstands

Captain’s Club

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