Washington State is buzzing with autumn celebrations welcoming the beginning of the new season. Secure your tickets for the following fall festivals in Washington State, toasting to everything from beer and salmon to jazz and film.
Sept. 27 to Sept. 29: Autumn Leaf Festival
Leavenworth’s Autumn Leaf Festival celebrates 60 glorious years with endless activities and events slated throughout the Bavarian Village and the
surrounding area–just as the state is flooded with breathtaking fall colors. Though a schedule of events is still to be determined, guests can look forward to the always-anticipated grand parade.
For more information: www.leavenworthautumnleaf.org.
Sept. 28: Skagit Farm to Pint Fest
La Conner
Skagit Valley welcomes the Skagit Farm to Pint Fest, which is a celebration of the region’s rich agricultural heritage and its craft beer scene, on Saturday, Sept. 28, from 2 to 5:30 p.m. at the Port of Skagit’s La Conner Marina. Local breweries and cideries will pour a sample paired with a bite from a local Skagit Valley restaurant. Each ticket purchase includes 16 craft beer and food pairings.
Cost: $60 (general admission); $85 (VIP, which includes 1 p.m. entry).
Tickets: www.eventbrite.com.
Oct. 4 to Oct. 6: Northwest Chocolate Festival
Bellevue
Chocolate lovers unite as the Northwest Chocolate Festival brings three exciting, mouthwatering days of workshops, the best chocolate exhibitors, and indulgent chocolate tastes to the Meydenbauer Center in Bellevue. For 15 years, this fall festival in Washington has been a local favorite–who wouldn’t love indulging in local desserts, truffles, bonbons, and caramels, all made by hand with the finest ingredients?
To view the schedule and purchase tickets: www.nwchocolate.com.
Oct. 5 and Oct. 6: Issaquah Salmon Days
Issaquah
From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., Oct. 5 and Oct. 6, Downtown Issaquah welcomes Salmon Days. The annual event hosts games and activities for all ages, live entertainment from the likes of Pretenders UK (Pretenders tribute band) and The Rolling Stones Society (The Rolling Stones tribute band), and the Salmon Days Grande Parade.
To view the schedule and purchase tickets: www.issaquahchamber.com/salmondays.
Oct. 10 to Oct. 13: Olympic Peninsula Apple & Cider Festival
Port Townsend
Enjoy a rustic tree-to-glass experience at Olympic Peninsula Apple & Cider Festival to celebrate fall’s abundance and Washington State’s rich apple-growing tradition. From apple picking to cider tastings, this festival offers a deep dive into the world and process of cider-making, and attendees can join any or all of the weekend events (some are family friendly).
To view the schedule and purchase tickets: theproductionalliance.org.
Oct. 10 to Oct. 20: Seattle Queer Film Festival
Seattle
Since 1996, Seattle Queer Film Festival has been the largest of its kind in the Pacific Northwest. The 10-day fall festival in Washington spotlights stories reflecting the vast spectrums and intersections of queer communities, with in-person screenings, parties, engaging community meetups, conversations, panels with filmmakers, inspiring educational workshops, and much more.
To view the schedule and purchase tickets: threedollarbillcinema.org/sqff-2024.
Oct. 17 to Oct. 20: Refract: The Seattle Glass Experience
Seattle
Hosted by Chihuly Garden and Glass and Visit Seattle, Refract is the nation’s newest festival showcasing creative uses of glass in the Pacific Northwest, bringing together art organizations and artists to demonstrate their unique talents. A variety of both free and ticketed events are on the roster, including glass-blowing lessons, exciting exhibitions, guided tours, and much more.
To view the schedule and purchase tickets: refractseattle.org.
Oct. 17 to Nov. 3: 36th Annual Earshot Jazz Festival
Seattle
Earshot Jazz Festival returns to Seattle for its 36th year with exciting performances from both resident and world-renowned artists. Today’s top jazz artists are set to perform at venues throughout the city over the course of three weeks. Each day of the fall festival in Washington creates an “intentional, comprehensive, and creative series that embodies the history, evolution, and spirit of jazz as it exists around the world as well as right here at home.”
To view the schedule and purchase tickets: www.earshot.org/earshotjazzfestival2024/.