Attend Local Festivals

Sequim Celebrations

We love to celebrate in Sequim and we put on some of the best festivals and community events around. Join us as we celebrate irrigation water, that sweet smelling purple plant, our famous sunny environment, and lots of things in between.

Sequim Sunshine Festival

The Sunshine Festival helps us celebrate the end of winter and the coming of the spring and summer seasons with events designed for the entire family  We had a blast last March 4 & 5, 2022 at our 3rd annual Sequim Sunshine Festival.  Thank you for coming out!

We are now busily working on next year's event!  Plan to take part in the Sun Fun Color Run, live music, interactive light experiences, street painting, drone show, and other activities currently in the planning stages.  

Save the dates for next year's festival - March 3 & 4, 2023.  Check back for updated information as the festival dates draw nearer.

Sunshine Festival Logo as part of the Street Mural
Sequim Marching Band

Sequim Irrigation Festival

Where Water is Wealth. The Sequim Irrigation Festival is the longest running festival in the state of Washington. 2023 marks the event's 128th year. The organizing committee has some exciting changes planned for 2023 and is preparing a full slate of activities for the entire family.

Sequim Lavender Weekend

Sequim is known for its fragrant, purple fields of lavender and for hosting the premier lavender event in North America. Normally celebrated on the third weekend of July, the 27th Sequim Lavender Weekend will be held July 21-23, 2023. Lavender Weekend includes beautiful farms open to the public, many with special events, a "Street Fair" at Carrie Blake Park, and a host of community events. Get all the details.

Lavender and poppies
Come bird with us flyer

Olympic Peninsula Birdfest

The Olympic Peninsula Audubon Society hosts events throughout the year so be sure to check out their website.

Save the date for 2023 Olympic Peninsula Birdfest:
April 13 - 16, 2023.  Past events have included guided birding trips; boat tours; and a gala banquet. A must attend for all bird lovers.

More Community Events and Celebrations!

  • Northwest Colonial Festival - Mid-August
  • Air Affaire - last weekend in August 
  • Riverfest - September
  • Music in the Park - Tuesday evenings throughout the summer.
  • Sequim Farmers and Artisans Market - Saturdays Mid-May through October
  • Hometown Holidays- Thanksgiving weekend through December
  • First Friday Art Walk - Monthly throughout the year.