Events

7 things to do this weekend: June 22 - 24

Dance party: Seattle International Dance Festival, Seattle – Friday & Saturday, June 22-23. From indoor to outdoor, enjoy artists who perform contemporary dances. Follow this link for details. 

Food, food: Taste of Tacoma, Point Defiance Park – Friday to Sunday, June 22-24. This annual event brings together people who will enjoy food and drinks from more than 40 restaurants and vendors. There will also be more than 90 live bans and five entertainment stages for attendees. Follow this link for details.

Festive mood: Fairyfest, Lakewood – Friday to Sunday, June 22-24.  This event is all about fairy magic imagination brought to life. Attendees can explore hidden treasures and fairy house. There will also be dance, music and art. Follow this link for details. 

Pet love: Bow Wow Meow Luau, Seattle's Marymoor Park – Saturday, June 23, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Those attending can expect more than dogs and cats to be available for adoption. This event brings special attention to homeless animals. Follow this link for details.

Joyful ride: Spoked To Ride, Carnation – Saturday, June 23. This event helps to raise funds for kids in Africa educational needs. From website: First, we're going to send you on a scenic morning ride; you pick the designated route. When you return from the ride, you'll be greeted by a delicious complimentary barbecue in the park. Follow this link for details.

Berry fun: Bellevue Strawberry Festival – Saturday & Sunday, June 23-24, starting at 10 a.m. From website: The festival is a revitalization of an old Bellevue tradition, dating back to when strawberry farming was one of the region's most famous activities. Follow this link for details.

Full of pride: Seattle Pride Parade – Sunday, June 24, 11 a.m. The 44th annual Seattle Pride Parade will be held along 4th Avenue in Downtown Seattle. The parade will last about 2.5 hours, ending at Second Avenue and Denny Way near Seattle Center. Follow this link for details.