Labor Day Weekend Events Happening near Kirkland WA

It’s just around the corner – Labor Day Long Weekend – another great time for families to sneak in one more trip or weekend of family fun before the start of the 2021 school year. With fall coming, if one last road trip isn’t in your weekend plans, there are plenty of family-friendly events happening in and around Kirkland. Speed up your planning and check out the recommendations that the Rairdon team put together as our top picks near Kirkland!

Seattle Center Sculpture Walk

http://www.seattlecenter.com/explore/arts/public-art

Drive into the city for a relaxing walk through the outdoor sculpture space. The Seattle Center is a wonderful location for a mellow picnic in the grass, but if you don’t have the time to pack a lunch, the center itself offers a robust food court with plenty of options for even the pickiest of eaters.

Evergreen State Fair

https://www.evergreenfair.org/

Get your tickets now for the Evergreen Fair in Monroe, running Sept 2nd – 6th. There is plenty to see and do for all ages, including carnival games and rides for children, an array of tasty fair treats at the outdoor food court, and a variety of livestock activities ranging from petting zoo enclosures to best-in-show judging. You won’t want to miss this staple annual event!

Bellevue Downtown Arts Market

https://www.bellevuedowntown.com/events/downtown-arts-market

From Saturday September 4th to Monday September 6th, downtown Bellevue will be hosting a gathering of multimedia artist booths. With a nice open air venue, you can enjoy a pleasant stroll through local artist wares, including woodworking, handmade jewelry, sculpture, glasswork, and home decor. Entry is free, so take a look; you never know what you might find!