About The Event
The Alaska Airlines Seafair Torchlight Parade—now back to its roots with a nighttime start and an all-new route along the Seattle Waterfront is making its highly anticipated comeback to the evening hours. The parade will officially kick off at 7:30 PM, bringing dazzling floats, marching bands, cultural performances, and Seafair favorites to the heart of the city in a vibrant celebration of Seattle’s spirit.
Parade participants are encouraged to Light Up the Night with illuminated floats and glowing displays that bring a dazzling magic to the parade like never before.
From dragon dancers to precision drill teams to marching bands and prancing horses, the Alaska Airlines Seafair Torchlight Parade will keep you entertained from start to finish.
Come early and join the Kaiser Permanente Seafair Torchlight Run or line the streets and cheer on the participants as they race along the parade route – starting at 6PM!
This event is free and open to the public!
How To Watch The Seafair Torchlight Parade on TV
Broadcast and streaming live on July 26th from 7:30PM-10PM on KIRO7.
One Epic Parade.
Two Upgraded Seating Options.
Event Schedule
- Reserved Seating Opens – 5:30PM
- Kaiser Permanente Seafair Torchlight Run Start – 6:00PM
- Alaska Airlines Seafair Torchlight Parade Start – 7:30PM
Food & Drinks
A Seafair hosted beer garden serving local beer and wine options will be operating at Pier 62 for adults aged 21+. Ice cream and frozen treats will also be available for purchase courtesy of Seattle Pops.
For additional food options we encourage you to dine at local restaurants along the parade route.
Maps, Parking, & Accessibility
Parking & Transportation
Accessibility & ADA
Public elevators to reach the waterfront can be found at Overlook Walk, Pike Place Market Garage, Union St., Lenora St., and Bell St.
Learn more about accessibility at Pier 62 here.
ADA accessible reserved seating is available next to the Red Zone TV grandstand bleachers at Alaskan Way and Union St – east side of Alaskan Way – south of the Seattle Aquarium and across from Pier 58.
Event FAQ’s
Ticket Info
Each Reserved Seating Zone is organized to maximize your viewing pleasure.
Orange Zone
Near the start of the Parade between Vine St and Wall St – west side of Alaskan Way and near The Edgewater Hotel.
Red Zone (TV Grandstand East)
Alaskan Way and Union St – east side of Alaskan Way – south of the Seattle Aquarium and across from Pier 58.
Green Zone (TV Grandstand West)
Located at Alaskan Way and Union St – west side of Alaskan Way – between the Seattle Aquarium and Pier 58.
Blue Zone
Alaskan Way and Union St – east side of Alaskan Way – south of the Seattle Aquarium and across from Pier 58 – Next to the Public Storage Building.
ADA Reserved
Located next to the Red Zone TV grandstand bleachers at Alaskan Way and Union St – east side of Alaskan Way – south of the Seattle Aquarium and across from Pier 58.
Listed prices are inclusive of all required taxes, including local and state admissions or parking taxes, where applicable.
Thank You To Our Signature Sponsor
Every summer, the people of Puget Sound look forward to the pageantry and family-friendly fun of the Seafair parade. With our Seattle roots spanning six decades, Alaska Airlines is proud to be a part of this cherished local tradition. When you’re ready for your next adventure, Alaska would love to help get you there. You can book travel on alaskaair.com and hawaiianairlines.com to more than 140 destinations throughout North America, Latin America, Asia and the Pacific.
