Evergreen State Fair
THURS-Sept 7  State fair atmosphere with carnival rides, 4-H exhibits, food booths, and live entertainment. directions  (www.evergreenfair.org).

Kitsap County Fair and Stampede
WED-SUN  Animals, carnival, exhibits, music, entertainment and more at the Kitsap County Fairgrounds just a short ferry ride away in Bremerton. (www.kitsapgov.com/parks/fair_stampede.htm).

City of Bothell RiverFest
SUN  City and local resource fair, children's activities, entertainment, crafts and more. directions  (www.ci.bothell.wa.us).

Puget Sound Dahlia Association Flower Show
SAT-SUN  Local hobbyists share beautiful blooms from their private gardens. At Kent Commons. directions (http://www.pugetsounddahlias.org/)

Connel’s Dahlia’s Open House
THRU Sept 7 Five acres of dahlias in full bloom. Bring your camera! directions (http://www.connells-dahlias.com/ )

Washington State International Kite Festival
THRU SUN  One of the world's largest kite festivals in Long Beach, WA. directions (www.kitefestival.com).  See my pictures on http://davidspicks.spaces.live.com/

Snoqualmie Railroad Days
SAT  Train rides, parade, fun run, entertainment, vendors and children's activities at the Northwest Railway Museum in Snoqualmie.  (www.trainmuseum.org/rrd/rrdmain.asp). 

Sand in the City
FRI-SUN  Sculpting events with 240 tons of sand, arts/science/educational activities and entertainment in Olympia.  (www.hocm.org/page.php?id=75).

Fan Appreciation Night at Evergreen Speedway
SAT  A full night of racing with discounted $10 tickets and get $2 off by bringing donations for the Maltby Food Bank to the Evergeen Speedway in Monroe.  (www.evergreenfair.org).

Connel’s Dahlia’s Open House
THRU Sept 1  Five acres of dahlias in full bloom. Bring your camera! directions  (http://www.connells-dahlias.com/)

Northwest Fuchsia Society Flower Show and Sale
SAT-SUN   The Pacific Northwest climate is perfect for these beautiful and delicate flowers. See award winning examples from local hobbyists and take home a start for your own garden. At the Bellevue Botanical Garden. directions  (http://www.nwfuchsiasociety.com/ ).

Northwest Classic Chevy Club Show
SUN  Chevrolets from 1955-1957 at the nostalgic XXX Root Beer in Issaquah. directions  (www.nwccc.net).

Kumbha Mela Festival of India
THU-SUN  Food, activities and presentations that highlight the community building and family oriented nature of India's rich cultural heritage. directions (http://www.kumbhamela.org )

Tukwila Days Community Festival
SAT  Pancake breakfast, parade, petting zoo, arts & crafts, car show and more at the Tukwila Community Center. directions  (http://www.ci.tukwila.wa.us/index.html ).

A Taste of Edmonds
FRI-SUN  Food from 40 vendors, arts & crafts, entertainment, children's activities, beer & wine gardens along 5th and Main St. in Edmonds directions (http://www.edmondswa.com/ )

Celebrate Shoreline
SAT  Rides, live music, food booths, community booths and more at Ridgecrest Elementary School. directions (www.cityofshoreline.com/parks).

South Lake Union Block Party
FRI  Food, beer & wine gardens, music, Muttmazing Race for dogs and kids' activities at Westlake and Denny in downtown Seattle. directions

Auburn Good ol' Days
FRI-SUN  Tournament of Talent, community picnic, parade, 5K fun run, boccee ball and more in Auburn.  (www.auburngoodoldays.com).

Festival at Mount Si
FRI-SUN Music, food, children's activities, parade, car show and fireworks in North Bend.  (www.festivalatmtsi.org).

Seattle Boat Show
THURS-SUN  New and pre-owned boats and yachts plus free sailboat rides, entertainment and more at Shilshole Bay Marina.  (www.seattleboatshow.com).

Duwamish River Festival
SAT  Entertainment, food, kids' activities, kayak rides and more at Duwamish Waterway Park in Seattle.  (www.duwamishcleanup.org/programs.html#duwamishriverfestival). 

Anacortes Arts Festival
FRI-SUN 250 artists including culinary art plus entertainment and youth activities in Anacortes.  (www.anacortesartsfestival.com).

NW Fuchsia Society Show & Plant Sale
FRI-SUN Judged flower show with plants also on sale Country Village in Bothell. If you are looking for an easy to grow yet beautiful flowering plant, the fuchsia may be for you. directions

Perseid Meteor Shower Peaks
The best known annual meteor shower will be near its peak this weekend. Find a place away from the city lights and enjoy nature’s fireworks. meteor shower calendar