Seafair
Seattle, WA 98121-1850
Phone: (206) 728-0123
- Cross Street:
- Blanchard Street
- Hours:
- Box office: General Motors Cup/US West Airshow, daily 8am, for Torchlight Parade, 12pm day of, gates open 4:30pm
Editorial Review for Seafair – by Jeff Zeunert
In Short
This annual event--now in its 53rd year--is more than a boat show. Festivities include an air show, 8K run, parade, the famous Milk Carton Derby and more. Things start sailing on July 5 with the Milk Carton Derby. The popular parade and 8K run take place July 26. The hydroplane races (August 2-4) include boats traveling in excess of 200 mph. The event closes August 1-3 with an air show that includes the Blue Angels.
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Insider Tips
Where to SitGenesee Park is packed during the hydroplane race/air show, so get there by 9am to find a spot on the beach.
The ExtrasA bike corral is available at Genesee Park for a $2 donation.
Know Before You GoTake a bus to the hydroplane races--Metro is providing transportation from 4th Avenue and Royal Brougham every 15 minutes beginning at 8:30am.
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