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    5.0 (1 review)
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    Emerald Downs

    Emerald Downs

    3.8(170 reviews)
    19.2 mi

    My first real horse race!…read more So much to see, to walk around, observe other types of races, admire the horse displays, hunt for the many food kiosks, restaurants and finding the Elysian kiosk/cafe. I went to their website and purchased a grand stand premium ticket that came with a brochure recommended pick for the horses and a dedicated grand stand personal stadium seat. Grand stand and General seating has access to almost all levels, cafes and ground access areas with non reserve tables and bleacher seating. I went down to the pit and was able to "pet" a racing horse! Oh, yes, the betting part. So there are lines when you want to place a bet with a person or multiple machines that accepts cash and one can make selections on the screen. First time for me and I ended up placing 6 more bets after that! I think I am hooked!

    I wish there was a little bit more covered seating for the non-reserved seats - but them's the…read morebreaks. The price is right for general admission, very inexpensive, with free parking - or very reasonably priced preferred parking. There is a shuttle from the free parking if you don't want to walk as it is a bit of a hike. We have been here twice. Once for the relay races (which are coming up again in about a month); and this time for the bulldog races (hilarious and adorable). There are multiple spots to get a drink or food. There is also a merch stand, bathrooms, and of course, betting options for those betting. You can easily view the winner's circle and the live trumpeteer.

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    Emerald Downs
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    Washington State Fair - Flaco's Tacos made vegan

    Washington State Fair

    3.3(495 reviews)
    8.9 mi

    This isn't something that went well. But i'm gonna say it anyway. They're always used to be a…read morecouple places that sold fresh taffy. And I could not find any. Someone told me the company that had done the taffy. No longer comes to the fair. It seems though that there is a lot of places. Aren't there anymore

    You change the day military personnel get in free, from Monday (aka Labor Day) to Fridays, and then…read moreyou do not offer Dizzy Passes on the first day (Friday September, 4th) which many military may have off due to getting a 4 day weekend, but if I have to travel from Whidbey Island all the way to the fair, just to get kicked in the teeth with unexpected price tags. What are we doing??? Also, now, kids are in school, so now if I want to have my family enjoy the fair, I have to take leave and pull kids out of school. The amount of piss poor planning this is causing us outrageous. Have you seen how little our service members get paid, let alone the hoops they have to jump through for a day off. Just say military and veterans not welcome at the state fair. Of all the places I have visited in the world, WA is by far and large one of the least friendliest places for military families and it's a shame since it's the 3rd largest concentration of military personnel in the world. Terrible business practices that I will be sharing will all commands in hopes they boycott the fair this year since they want to boycott the military. Do better, be better.

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    Washington State Fair - Swings are my favorite!!! Super fun! Unlimited rides with the Weekday Dizzy Pass!! Yay!

    Swings are my favorite!!! Super fun! Unlimited rides with the Weekday Dizzy Pass!! Yay!

    Washington State Fair - Time for some fun & good eats!!! =)) 9/1/25

    Time for some fun & good eats!!! =)) 9/1/25

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    Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park - Canada Geese.

    Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park

    4.0(222 reviews)
    31.6 mi

    Very beautiful park Very nice and really very long path…read more Also there is a very nice playground and tennis courts

    Terrific park in Renton, was looking for a quick morning walk on a chilly weekend in November and…read morefound this conveniently located next to Lake Washington, with beautiful views of the water and a walking/running trail along the edge of the lake. Parking is plentiful and free (though coming from NYC parking looks plentiful almost everywhere in the suburbs), in parking lots along the park driving route curving around the water. There are multiple facilities on the water and off. On and along the water--a boat docking marina, multiple docks, fishing pier, a sandy beach with roped-in swimming area, nature area with info placards describing the surroundings and recent history of the park, and a pier extension with gazebo over the water. On the park grounds--a small water recreational boat storage with canoes, playground, picnic areas with running water and BBQ pits, and aforementioned walking trails. As others have mentioned a fair number of Canada geese and ducks reside in the area so best to follow the advisements posted and NOT feed them unless you want more goose/duck poop than there already is on the park premises. Otherwise lovely park and I would come back for a stroll in warmer months!

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    Sunset in the grass after the docks

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    Enjoying this beautiful day! 9/20/25

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    So many play spaces!

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