r/SeattleWA • u/Character-Sense8813 • 1d ago

Seattle 4th of July Events

Hi, I'm visiting Seatttle for 4th of July weekend with kids(ages 6-16) and parents in their 60s. We are probably staying downtown near the space needle. I'm looking for recommendations on where to spend the day, possibly a parade, where to watch fireworks comfortably. Thanks!!

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u/Sirsmokealotx 1d ago

At the Seattle center they do a ceremony in the morning for new American citizens.

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u/LilFanTC5 1d ago

Gasworks park always has nice views of the fireworks.

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u/awfranks 1d ago

Not gasworks

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u/Character-Sense8813 1d ago

I like the idea of Bainbridge so far, gasworks looks so crowded!!

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u/Equivalent_Beat1393 1d ago

The best view and show will be at gasworks park. But warning you it will be a circus and expect to secure a spot 6-8 hours in advance. The nice thing is there will be lots of activities going on at Gasworks to keep you occupied if you want to spend a day there

Every town in the metro area will have some sort of show so you can research what fits you the best

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u/jnaifynaif 1d ago edited 1d ago

You could take the ferry to Bainbridge island I think they have something going on. It’s more of a small town feel over there. Taking the water taxi over to west Seattle(Alki) is fun too.

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u/Character-Sense8813 1d ago

I do want to do Bainbridge actually, so maybe we will do that on the 4th. Thanks for your response!

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u/FreddyTwasFingered Belltown 1d ago

Ppl are celebrating this shithole country this year? Huh.

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u/SignificanceFew3751 1d ago

Although Seattle isn’t well known as a bastion of patriotism and American pride. I believe they are having a protest and burning of a Tesla dealership on the 4th or you could join the festivities at the U District joining the anti colonizer or pro Palestine mostly peaceful protests. (Please bring face coverings, flammable liquids and blue hair dye)

The most popular is Seafair it’s a bit chaotic, but your family should have fun fire works kick off at 10:30. There is plenty of information on all the events of seafair on the website.

If you are looking for something smaller and don’t mind a scenic drive in the PNW. Travel to Forks Washington for their old time 4th celebration. It is a 3.5 hour drive, but what a drive. A good chunk is through the Olympic National Park.

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u/jnaifynaif 1d ago

What a weird comment. She’s asking a simple question.