One of the most interesting, fun and beautiful cultures in the world. The performers were awesome…read more It was good to hear the Island Style music. And to see the dancers. You don't have to be Polynesian to attend, the festival is open to everyone. Good shows, good peeps, good grub... good times. The event is free to attend! The line for the shaved hawaiian ice is always long! Although I do wish they had more vendors and the lines aren't so long for the food. I'm always hoping to one day see Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson there lol or like Troy Polamalu... sweet! If you've ever been to Hawaii you know there are some very great quality Hawaii brands (such as Island Heritage) that you can only get over in Hawaii, or ship with steep shipping charges. I bought beautiful towels, lunch totes and jewelry. Hearing the Hawaiian music as you stroll into the festival and seeing all the dances really makes you feel like you're at the best luau in Honolulu. All in all a good time to be had!

It's a pretty small festival right in front of uwajimaya in downtown Renton. Theres performances…read morethroughout the day as well as a couple of booths such as tshirts, arts and crafts. For food, they have a variety of entree such as kalua pig with rice, they also have shave ice and malasada. I wish they have spam musubi. They also have macadons which are serving macarons, macaron ice cream and pinks push pop. It's my first time attending this and for some reason, I thought it would be bigger.

I found out about Renton Oktoberfest from a Living Social deal. It was $20 for 2 people to get in,…read more2 steins and 2 drink tickets each. What a great deal! You had to pay $20 at the door and that did not include the stein. The Berliner Pub in Renton hosted it and they provided the beer and food. I go to the Berliner for happy hour a lot so I knew the food and beer were going to be great. If you want a great HH, go there! This was the 2nd time they hosted Oktoberfest and it was not too crowded when I went Friday night. They had enough seating, the lines were not to long for food or drink, and they had outside seating too. Outside was covered with tents and came in handy when it started to rain. They also had a mechanical bull that you could ride for one ticket ($3). They had a M.C that was great. She was an extremely tall lady who had great presence in the room. She sang a lot and got the crowd involved. It was fund to watch her walk around and work the room. She also had some competitions on stage that people got to volunteer for and get free beer and shirts. I will def be coming back next year if there is another living social deal. Some Oktoberfest's are too crowded and you have to wait 20 mins for a drink....I like this one b.c is it still small enough to not be too crowded but large enough to meet new people and have a great time.

Size of the venue and festival was good. It wasn't too small and too crowded. They had plenty of…read moreseating and live entertainment going on. Outside, they had more seating and a fake bull you can ride as well as food. I wish they had some dessert though. It would've been nice that they give a stein with each entry depending on availability. I went on the second day and they still had plenty of steins leftover. It was a nice little event to just chill and hangout. Nothing crazy.

Went last year and this year was not as much fun as last year. There were more interesting vendors…read moreand activities last year. This year was quieter and seemed smaller.

This is one of those places I find myself humming Bikini Kill when I think about it…read more It's a free little carnival in the heart of Georgetown on the second Saturday in June and it really fits in with the neighborhood - nice and weird! There are several stages with different events throughout the day so you can pick and choose your own adventure! I really liked the fact that almost all of the vendors were local and weren't selling DH Gate/MLM garbage. There are a lot of bars and restaurants to choose from in this area and they bring in a bunch of food trucks as well, because it wouldn't be a carnival without fried food and games! Seemed like things changed fairly rapidly throughout the day so it's a great idea to come early and plan to stay for the duration of the event! There are even after parties to keep the fun going if you're so inclined.

Wow! What a lovely day. Pack with a lot of patience because parking was tough. We arrive not that…read morelate, but ut took us a bit yo get to a lot even when we already got a map for the available parkings. Slow movement but we got there.Some stress are closed. There are lots and lots of booths. Plenty of things to see, purchase, and eat along. We had some dumplings, lactose free dole (yaaay!), and cotton candy. Everything was great! I wanted some BBQ but lines were huge!!! We lost an hour for the cotton. Candy. Kids were playing in the meantime, but I suggest to keep an eye because there's gazillions of people! It is a fair!

Salmon Days!! Always a fun time while we watch our salmon friends move through the area (and you…read morecan eat them). This is the first year I've got in many, many years and I'm glad that I did. Like any other festival that shuts down a large area, the parking is pretty crazy. I got there nice and early to find a good spot and walked about a mile. Overall good selection of vendors! Most of them were artisanal and not something you can buy from a direct-from-China shop. The food court had a lot of great options, and, of course the Kiwanis salmon BBQ. They also had a large field section with games for the kiddos and a water dog competition! There were lots of salmon going through the ladder, so that was nice to watch for awhile. Overall Salmon Days is a great festival to get out and do something a little different!

Meet Jakob Two Trees, the 14-Foot Giant Troll in Washington State…read more Jakob Two Trees in Issaquah is a remarkable spot, highlighted by that giant wooden troll sculpture. The craftsmanship is incredible, and it fits so nicely among the trees, like it's part of the forest itself. The surrounding trails are beautiful and peaceful, great for a quiet walk if you're in the mood for nature time. Honestly, it's a fantastic place for families, visitors, or anyone who enjoys art and the outdoors. I'd highly recommend adding it to your list if you're exploring the Seattle area. #JakobTwoTrees, #ThomasDambo, #IssaquahWashington, #PacificNorthwest

Jakob Two Trees is located along the Rainier Trail right behind/near the Issaquah Community Center…read more It's best for a quick, scenic outdoor stop combined with an easy walk. Perfect for families, a short nature break, or troll-hunting adventures around the Pacific Northwest. Ample parking is available nearby at the community center. As public art on a trail, respectful visiting is encouraged. Many people enjoy taking photos and admiring the incredible recycled-material details (like his ponytail with the Snoqualmie Tribe band and birdhouse necklace), and it blends beautifully into the surrounding forest. The short, flat, paved path is stroller- and wheelchair-friendly. Great for families, kids, and troll-hunters.

We usually spend about 3 hours at this event. There are lots of vendors promoting and selling…read morethings, kind of fun to just walk around the booths and spin the wheels for free stuff. We've came for the Sunday Parade for the past 2 years, and my toddler enjoys it. Kids can play in the Town Center Plaza, where there is the splash pad, and booths with activities, and a stage setup for the band. The food options are decent (Filipino, burgers, pineapple drinks, Mexican snacks, etc.), but expect to wait for the food for a while (30+ minutes) if you go after lunch hours. Also, it's always super hot since there isn't much shade, so bring lots of water and covering if you plan to stay for a while. Tip: 1) Come on Friday if you don't like crowd 2) Parade starts at 1PM on Sundays 3) If you want to enjoy some food without waiting, go to the food area (in the library parking lot) before noon.

1st time going to Cornucopia Days in Kent today (7/12/24)! A whole variety of vendors all over the…read morestreets, including foodies! There's a Cambodian Foods one named Theary Cambodian Foods! Ordered the Pork Sandwich and some skewers, a must try!!! Flavorful and well portioned, with meat, homemade paste and pickled veggies! Gotta get it!!! The owner is our very own friend, sister Threay!!! Please visit her stand if you attend this event during the weekend. She owns a small restaurant in Federal Way as well... Got some Chicken Quesadillas from the Antojitos Lucy Mexican Food vendor, which was very tasty! Also bought a Watermelon drink. SO frickin' good!!! Saw more Food Vendors - a Corn Dog place, Greek Gyro tent, Ice Cream, Garlic Fries, Elephant Ears, Funnel Cakes, Hamburgers, Pulled Pork, etc. Browsed around the 3 blocks or so.... A lot of different arts and crafts, collectible Pokémon Card vendors, an Army booth, Firefighters, Police Officers, Bathtub people, Sponsors, a Caricature booth, Jewelry, Art works, Pike Street Nuts, and lot more! Flyer/Info here: https://kcdays.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/07/2024-Cornucopia.pdf