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Seafair Weekend

FESTIVAL

FRI-SUN, JULY 31-AUGUST 2, 2026 FROM 8:30AM TO 6PM

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About The Event

Seafair Weekend Festival 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, July 31 is FREE courtesy of Windermere.

How To Watch Seafair Weekend Festival on TV

Broadcast live on August 2nd from Noon to 5:00 PM on FOX 13 Seattle.

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

Event Schedule

NOTICE: You’re viewing the 2025 schedule for reference purpose only. The 2026 schedule will be released in July.

8:30AM – Testing & Qualifying
12:05PM – Jimmie Johnson Special Appearance w/ Blue Blaster
2:35PM – Grand Prix Hydros Heat 1A
2:50PM – Grand Prix Hydros Heat 1B

8:45AM – Testing & Qualifying
10:30AM – Grand Prix Hydros Heat 2A
10:45AM – Grand Prix Hydros Heat 2B
11:10AM – Junior Hydros 1
11:25AM – H1 Hydros Heat 1A
11:40AM – H1 Hydros Heat 1B
11:55AM – Vintage Hydroplanes 1
12:00PM – 3:00PM – “Can You Ride It” presented by Best Day Brewing (South Turn)
12:10PM – Grand Prix Hydros Heat 3A
12:25PM – Grand Prix Hydros Heat 3B
12:30PM – 2:30PM – Drivers Autograph Session (H1, Grand Prix, J Boats)
2:40PM – H1 Hydros Heat 2A
2:55PM – H1 Hydros Heat 2B

8:45AM – Testing & Qualifying
10:35AM – Opening Ceremonies
10:55AM – Junior Hydros 2
11:10AM – H1 Hydros Heat 3A
11:25AM – H1 Hydros Heat 3B
11:45AM – Vintage Hydroplanes 2
12:40PM – Junior Hydros Final
2:30PM – Grand Prix Hydros Final
2:50PM – H1 Hydros Final
5:00PM – Award Ceremony & Contingency Heats

The Blue Angels will perform two practice runs on Thursday, July 31st from 11:00AM-1:00PM and 3:30PM-4:40PM.

12:20PM – U.S. Coast Guard Search and Rescue Demo
12:30PM – PBY-5A Catalina w/ Water Takeoff
12:50PM – Torrey Ward’s Microjet Demo
1:05PM – U.S. Marine Corps F35B
1:30PM – U.S. Air Force F-16 with Heritage Flight P-51 Mustang
2:00PM – U.S. Army AH-64 Apache Helicopter Demo
2:10PM – U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III
2:20PM – KC-135 Stratotanker Refuel Demo w/C-17
3:20PM – Melissa Burns Aerial Acrobatics + Hydro
3:35PM – U.S. Navy Blue Angels

12:00PM – 3:00PM – “Can You Ride It” presented by Best Day Brewing (South Turn)
12:40PM – PBY-5A Catalina w/ Water Takeoff
1:00PM – Torrey Ward’s Microjet Demo
1:15PM – U.S. Marine Corps F35B
1:40PM – U.S. Air Force F-16 with Heritage Flight P-51 Mustang
2:10PM – U.S. Army AH-64 Apache Helicopter Demo
2:20PM – U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III
2:30PM – KC-135 Stratotanker Refuel Demo w/C-17
3:10PM – U.S. Coast Guard Search and Rescue Demo
3:20PM – Melissa Burns Aerial Acrobatics + Hydro
3:35PM – U.S. Navy Blue Angels

10:35AM – Opening Ceremonies w/King County Helicopter Flag Presentation
10:40AM – Melissa Burns Opening Ribbon Cut
10:45AM – U.S. Coast Guard Search and Rescue Demo
12:05PM – PBY-5A Catalina w/ Water Takeoff
12:25PM – Torrey Ward’s Microjet Demo
12:55PM – U.S. Marine Corps F35B
1:20PM – U.S. Air Force F-16 with Heritage Flight P-51 Mustang
1:50PM – U.S. Army AH-64 Apache Helicopter Demo
2:10PM – U.S. Air Force C-17 Globemaster III
2:20PM – KC-135 Stratotanker Refuel Demo w/C-17
3:10PM – Melissa Burns Aerial Acrobatics + Hydro
3:25PM – Boeing 777-9 Fly-By
3:35PM – U.S. Navy Blue Angels

Friday

12:15PM – 1:15PM – Annie J (Main Stage)
2:45PM – 3:45PM – Navy Band Northwest (Main Stage)

Saturday

12:00PM – 3:00PM – “Can You Ride It” presented by Best Day Brewing (South Turn)
12:00PM – 1:00PM – REPOSADO (Main Stage)
2:45PM – 3:45PM – Band of Eden (Main Stage)

Sunday

9:30AM – 10:30AM – Army Band (Main Stage)
12:00PM – 1:00PM – Aaron Crawford (Main Stage)

Please note: Times and performances are subject to change.

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

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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.

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:

Captain’s 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.

Ticket Info

General Admission

General admission is FREE on Friday, August 1 courtesy of Windermere!

Purchase a ticket to attend on Saturday, August 1 and/or Sunday, August 2.

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Parking Passes

Purchase parking for Seafair Weekend Festival in nearby lots. ADA parking is available as well.

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Pit Passes

Grandstands

The Deck

Captain’s Club

Listed prices are inclusive of all required taxes, including local and state admissions or parking taxes, where applicable.

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.

The Blue Angel practice runs will occur on Thursday, July 31st – 11:00A-1:00PM, and 3:30PM-4:40PM

Air show performances to occur Friday, August 1^st -Sunday, August 3^rd from 3:35PM-4:50PM.

General admission for children under the age of 6 is free. However, premium experience upgrades require a ticket purchase.

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

Use of drones is strictly prohibited by law and will be prosecuted. See drone policy.

Interested in Hosting a Corporate Event or Private Party at Seafair?

Experience the spirit and tradition of Seafair Weekend Festival by entertaining your key clients, customers, employees, family, or friends in a hospitality pavilion during the summer’s biggest event in Seattle.

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Thank You To Our Signature Sponsor

“Washington has been at the center of aviation since 1916, when Bill Boeing founded our airplane company in a Seattle shipyard. Boeing has been partnering with Seafair since the festival started more than 75 years ago. Today, many of our innovative products are designed and built here in Washington, where there are more Boeing employees than anywhere else in the world. With the support of 67,000 Washington teammates, we are laying the foundation for our next generation of airplanes and services with a focus on safety, quality, and sustainability. Our talented teammates and the people in our Washington communities are instrumental to our ongoing innovation.”