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Winter by the Water

Presented by Downtown Seattle Association

in partnership with ExplorePNW

Save the Date: Saturday, February 21, 2026

Join over 65,000 Seafair fans and get first access to event schedules, ticket sales, travel information, and important reminders!

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About The Event

Event Schedule

Food & Drinks

Parking & Accessibility

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About The Event

Participants will journey along the waterfront, collecting stamps in a Seafair Winter Passport at iconic stops that feature food, music, and experiences.

Along the waterfront route, attendees can sport a Seafair + ExplorePNW umbrella, or bring their own, to transform the promenade into a moving “Umbrella Parade.”

The route concludes at Pier 66, where a live concert will serve as the festival’s finale.

This event is free and open to the public with a reserved ticket!

Event Details

  • What: Seafair Winter by the Water
  • When: February 21, 2026
  • Where: Seattle Waterfront
  • Activities: Passport adventure, live music, food and beverage stops, Umbrella Parade, and Pier 66 concert celebration
  • Admission: Free and paid experiences


Event times to be announced in January 2026

Food & Drinks

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Maps, Parking, & Accessibility

Parking & Transportation

Pike Place Market Parking Garages

Pike Place Market parking can be accessed at three locations, two of which are equipped with EV charging stations:

  • 1530 Alaskan Way, Seattle, WA (EV) map
  • 1531 Western Avenue, Seattle, WA map
  • 1901 Western Avenue, Seattle, WA (EV) map

For details, click here.

Other paid parking is available nearby:
Check SpotHero for availability.

Visit downtownseattleparking.org for more information about parking in downtown Seattle.

Driving Directions

From I-5 North, take the Madison Street/Convention Place exit. Stay straight to go onto 7th Ave. Take the first left onto Madison Street. Turn right onto Alaskan Way. Pier 62 is on the left adjacent to Pine Street.

From I-5 South, take exit 165A toward James Street. From right lane, merge onto 6th Avenue. Turn right on Columbia Street. Turn right on 1st Avenue. Turn left on Madison Street. Turn right onto Alaskan Way. Pier 62 is on the left adjacent to Pine Street.

On public transit, Pier 66 is easily accessed by bus, light rail, ferry, or water taxi.

Consider ride share from our friends at Uber.

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 66 here.

Event FAQ’s

The event is held along the iconic Seattle Waterfront and will culminate at Pier 66 for a concert celebration.

Winter by the Water is designed to reflect Seafair’s mission to create inclusive, community driven experiences across the region. By blending the familiar energy of Seafair with the cozy vibrancy of Seattle’s winter culture, the organization aims to make this event an annual tradition.

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