55th Annual Northwest Folklife Festival

Start your summer with the 55th Annual Northwest Folklife Festival!

Taking place at the iconic Seattle Center this Memorial Day weekend, May 23–25, immerse yourself in the sights and sounds of over 400 performances spanning 26 stages, plus over 200 craft and food vendors.

For over half a century, Folklife has held a free, borderless celebration of music, art, dance and culture. Whether connecting to your roots or discovering new creative expressions, the Northwest Folklife Festival is a chance to surround yourself with cultural abundance. This year’s theme, Ubuntu is about belonging.

We look forward to welcoming you!

Image: Kids dance during a family-friendly performance at a past Folklife Festival. Credit: Christopher Nelson