Seattleites live for sunny days—and we love including our canine friends. We’ve put together a list of the best dog-friendly Seattle summer events so you can enjoy the sunshine with your favorite pooch at your side.
Dog-friendly Seattle summer festivals
Argosy Dog Day
Downtown, Elliott Bay, Pier 55
It’s Dog Day on Elliott Bay with a barkin’ Blake Island bash. Start with a cruise on beautiful Elliott Bay. Follow that up with a visit to one of Seattle’s hidden treasures, Blake Island State Park, a 475-acre paradise for two- and four-legged creatures alike.
Yappy Hour at Belltown Pub
Belltown, 2322 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98121
Every last Wednesday of the month, the astroturf comes down and Belltown Pub’s doors open to dogs. Your dog enjoys $1 off their treats—and you get tasty drink specials!
Bark For Life of Issaquah
Issaquah Highland Bark Park
The American Cancer Society Bark For Life™ is a noncompetitive walk event for dogs and their owners to raise funds and awareness for the American Cancer Society’s fight against cancer.
Dogtoberfest
Fremont Oktoberfest
Have a little “hair of the dog” on Sunday when the fest opens its Tasting Garden doors to canines. Plus, jog alongside your dog in the Fremont 5K or Street Scramble, and strut through the CityDog cover shoot model contest.
Outdoor Movies
What better time than a nice summer evening to catch a cool flick with friends and your canine pal. Here are four dog-friendly Seattle area outdoor movie series:
Seattle Outdoor Movies at Magnuson Park
Where: Magnuson Park in Seattle
When: Thursdays, July 10th–August 28th
Cost: $5
Fremont Outdoor Movies in Seattle
Where: U-Park parking lot by Fremont Studios in Fremont
When: Fridays and Saturdays, July 12th–August 23rd
Cost: $5+
Outdoor Movies in Bellevue Downtown Park
Where: Downtown Park in Bellevue
When: Tuesdays, July 1st– August 19th
Cost: Free, with suggested donations to charity
Outdoor Cinema at Marymoor Park
Where: Marymoor Park in Redmond
When: Wednesdays, July 9th–August 27th
Cost: $5
