Looking for some fun ways to spend this Fourth of July in Seattle?
We’re crossing our fingers for clear skies this Fourth of July in Seattle! In addition to the many free options for viewing fireworks, there are several Fourth of July events happening in and around Seattle this year, including kid-friendly festivities and rooftop celebrations with a view. Some of the events are even free!
Here are the top 5 ways to party on the Fourth of July in Seattle this year:
1. Seafair Summer Fourth
Seafair Summer Fourth is arguably the most iconic Fourth of July fireworks display in the area. You can view the fireworks from Gas Works Park or from Lake Union Park (or, of course, from Lake Union itself if you have access to a boat). In addition to the fireworks show, there will also be music, food trucks, and beer gardens at both parks. Arrive early to get a good viewing spot!
đź“…When: Friday, July 4 from 3:00 to 11:00 p.m. (fireworks start at 10:20 p.m.)
đź“ŤWhere: Gas Works Park and Lake Union Park
2. Fourth of July atop the Sky View Observatory
Kids are welcome at this all-ages Fourth of July event taking place in Columbia Center’s Sky View Observatory. You’ll have a stunning view of the fireworks from high up while enjoying light bites. Get tickets on the Sky View Observatory website.
đź“…When: Friday, July 4 from 8:00 to 11:00 p.m.
đź“ŤWhere: Sky View Observatory & Bar at the Columbia Center
đź’˛Cost: $35 to $40
3. 4th of July at Mountaineering Club
The Mountaineering Club in the U-District is a rooftop bar with some of the best views in Seattle. There will be a DJ, a pie-eating contest, and epic rooftop views of the fireworks. There is free entry for the day party from 3:00 to 7:00 p.m. and an evening fireworks party starting at 9:00 p.m.; for the latter you can get tickets here on Resy.
đź“…When: Friday, July 4
đź“ŤWhere: The Mountaineering Club, 4507 Brooklyn Ave NE
đź’˛Cost: Free for the day party; $40+ per ticket for the fireworks party
4. The 40th Annual Naturalization Ceremony
Every Fourth of July, Seattle Center hosts one of the country’s largest naturalization ceremonies. The public is invited to attend for free and celebrate all of Seattle’s new American citizens. It’s truly one of the most uplifting and patriotic ways to spend your Fourth of July.
đź“…When: Friday, July 4 from noon to 1:00 pm
đź“ŤWhere: Seattle Center’s Fisher Pavilion
đź’˛Cost: Free!
5. West Seattle 4th of July Kids Parade
Kids of all ages and their parents and pets dress up in their best 4th of July outfits and parade around the neighborhood with decorated bikes, strollers, and scooters for this West Seattle Fourth of July Kids’ Parade. The parade starts at 10:00 a.m. at 44th & Sunset Ave SW and ends with festivities and food trucks at Hamilton Viewpoint Park.
đź“…When: Friday, July 4 at 10 am – 1:00 pm
đź“ŤWhere: Hamilton Viewpoint Park, corner of Sunset Ave SW and 44th Ave NW
đź’˛Cost: Free!