It’s finally here, this weekend kicks the annual bigger-than-ever Queen Anne Days. Here’s a recap of the upcoming events so you can plan your weekend:
Queen Anne Helpline Fun Run & Walk – Saturday, July 11th. Register here.
- Day of registration: t-shirt and number pick up beginning at 7am – QA Lutheran Church, 8th Ave W and McGraw
- 8 am start for all runners and walkers at 5th W and Halladay St
- Mostly flat course follows the historic crown of Queen Anne
- Finish in front of Coe School, 7th Ave W
- Awards ceremony, raffle prizes and food at QA Lutheran Church after the race. Awards for first place finishers: Mens, Womens, Girls 12 and under, Boys 12 and under
- Prize for best, most creative hat!
- Guest announcer Steve Raible
Sidewalk Sale – 10am-6pm Saturday/Sunday – Get a deal, patronize a new business and support local entrepreneurs
Summerfest – Saturday, July 11th
- 1:30pm – Doggie Parade (with trophies!), meet in front of Queen Anne Community Center at 1:15pm
- 2:00pm-9:00pm – West Queen Anne Playfield: Beer, Wine & Cider Garden / Marqueen Garage Car Show / Tai Chi for Seniors / Chess opportunities / Pottery hands-on demonstrations / Uptown Art Show / Wine & Art / Live Music / Food and more
Familyfest – Sunday, July 12th
- 10:30am – Kiddie Parade – Decorate your “ride” and get creative with your kids for this neighborhood parade; gather at McClure School Parking Lot, parade begins at 11:00am
- 11:00am-4:00pm – West Queen Anne Playfield
- Bands: The Not-Its!, Recess Monkey, Johnny Bregar, The Harmonica Pocket, The Tallboys, Seattle Kokon Taiko
- Lots of bouncy houses
- Food trucks
- Games, arts, crafts and other fun activities hosted by local businesses and organizations
- Bunnies to pet and snuggle with
Queen Anne Days is a volunteer-run weekend – and the volunteers live right here in our neighborhood. You can get even more info via Facebook or the Queen Anne Days website. Everyone is welcome to attend the festivities!