Must List: Red, White and Brew, BAM Artsfair, Torchlight Parade
Your weekly guide to Seattle's hottest events.
By Daria Kroupoderova July 26, 2018
MUST SAVOR
Red, White and Brew
(7/27) Sample sips from more than 60 breweries and wineries—many of them award winners—and nibble on delicious bites from local restaurants at Seattle magazine’s premier food and beverage event of the summer. 7–10 p.m. Prices vary. Fisher Pavilion, 305 Harrison St.; 206.684.7200; seattlemag.com
MUST ART UP
BAM Artsfair
(7/27–7/29) The largest arts and crafts festival in the Northwest returns with more than 300 artists presenting a variety of unique, handcrafted wares, such as wood carvings, clothing, pottery and paintings for sale. A sound movement stage, food trucks and kid-friendly activities round out this entertaining event for art enthusiasts. Times vary. Free. Locations vary, Bellevue; 425.519.0770; bellevuearts.org
MUST CONSERVE
Northwest SolarFest
(7/28) Learn to become more environmentally responsible at the nonprofit Shoreline Solar Project’s 15th annual renewable energy and sustainable living fair. Highlights include a solar art gallery, barter fair, test rides of electric bikes and tours of tiny homes. 10 a.m.–5 p.m. Free. Shoreline Community College, Shoreline, 16101 Greenwood Ave. N; 206.546.4101; shorelinesolar.org
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MUST CAMP
The North Face Basecamp
(7/27–7/29) Go camping without the stress of camping with The North Face this weekend. The outdoor apparel company will take you and a friend to a campsite in the Skagit Valley area that will have everything you need: food, entertainment from local bands Ruler and Spirit Award, and a tent, already set up for you. Just show up at either pick up/drop off location with a sleeping bag, hiking boots, clothing, a reusable water bottle and any toiletries you need—The North Face will take care of the rest. Times vary. 21+. $100 for two people. Locations vary. Tickets for University Village pick up/drop off location; tickets for evo pick up/drop off location
MUST CELEBRATE
Seafair Torchlight Parade
(7/28) Seattle’s famous evening parade is back with more than 100 different floats, groups and performances participating in the procession down Fourth Avenue, with grand marshal Jordan Morris of Seattle Sounders, leading the way. There will be pirates, drill teams, clowns, and floats from local companies and community groups, celebrating all that is maritime and summer. 7:30 p.m. Free. Reserved seating available for purchase. Parade begins at Seattle Center. seafair.com
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