We’re lucky to get to experience all four seasons here in Washington. Fall in particular seems to come with a lot of festivals and traditions, from our various Oktoberfest celebrations to Leavenworth’s Autumn Leaf Festival. And if you happen to live near the charming little city of Issaquah, Washington, you already know that nothing tops the community fun at the annual Salmon Days festival.
Salmon Days is a two-day festival that is always held on the first weekend of October.
Salmon Days / Facebook The 2021 festival, which will be Oct. 2-3, marks the event’s 52nd consecutive year.
The Salmon Days festival is sponsored by the Greater Issaquah Chamber of Commerce.
Salmon Days / Facebook And while things will look a little bit different this year due to current health concerns, there will still be plenty of fun and free entertainment to enjoy.
The event is meant to celebrate the return of the local salmon to their birth waters, embracing Issaquah’s history, culture, and ethnic diversity.
Salmon Days / Facebook Back in the 1970s, the event was smaller, and included a children’s parade, hatchery tours, and a Kiwanis BBQ.
Today, festival goers can browse through hundreds of vendors, which will have everything from arts and crafts to food from around the world.
Salmon Days / Facebook Trust us when we say you’ll want to come to this festival hungry.
One of the most beloved festival events is the Puget Sound Dockdogs. This is an epic display of canine skill and talent, and happens during both days of the festival!
Salmon Days / Facebook There will also be two stages with live music, children’s activities, and so much more.
You can still enjoy a guided hatchery tour this year to see the stars of the show, the salmon – but you’ll have to reserve a tour time in advance.
Salmon Days / Facebook Due to current conditions, the hatchery won’t be open to the public this year.
This year’s festival theme is Keep on Swimmin’ – and it pretty much sums up 2021!
Salmon Days / Facebook After the last year and a half we’ve had, we could all use a positive reminder that communities can still come together and celebrate our beautiful state’s history.
To learn more about Salmon Days as the festival dates draw nearer, check out this page for updates. Have you attended this fishy fall fest before?
Salmon Days / Facebook
The 2021 festival, which will be Oct. 2-3, marks the event’s 52nd consecutive year.
And while things will look a little bit different this year due to current health concerns, there will still be plenty of fun and free entertainment to enjoy.
Back in the 1970s, the event was smaller, and included a children’s parade, hatchery tours, and a Kiwanis BBQ.
Trust us when we say you’ll want to come to this festival hungry.
There will also be two stages with live music, children’s activities, and so much more.
Due to current conditions, the hatchery won’t be open to the public this year.
After the last year and a half we’ve had, we could all use a positive reminder that communities can still come together and celebrate our beautiful state’s history.
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Address: Issaquah Salmon Days, 155 NW Gilman Blvd, Issaquah, WA 98027, USA
