Seattle Waterfront News
; 🛩️ #BlueAngels - The US Navy's remarkable precision flight team is here! Be part of Seafair and witness the extraordinary! 🚀 #Airshow #Aviation #Seafair
Practice: Aug 3, 11am-3:30pm
Airshows: Aug 4-6, 3:30-4:30pm
Here's a timelapse video that shows both the Moonrise and Moonset from yesterday. #SturgeonMoon2023 #Seattle #SpaceNeedle.
In her latest blog post, Commissioner @ToshikoGrace reflects on the signing of the recent industrial lands policy with @MayorofSeattle and @CMDanStrauss. https://www.portseattle.org/commission-blog/20227/industrial-lands-package-win-economic-expansion
The Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation meetings kicked off at the Seattle Convention Center last weekend and will continue through Aug. 21. Economic policymakers from around the Pacific Rim will discuss creating a resilient and sustainable future for all.
It must be Seafair! A vintage hydroplane was spotted on the waterfront today. Keep your eyes peeled toward the sky as the Blue Angels begin their practice sessions for next weekend's air shows over Lake Washington.
Fleet Week starts today with a lunchtime parade of ships. There are many viewing spots, but the main action will be on Pier 62. You are invited! More at https://waterfrontparkseattle.org/events?shwa
1/2 Buster Simpson is nearing completion of the installation of his artwork Migration Stage, with the installation of his SeaBearer benches, which you can see near Habitat Beach. Acting as seating, the artwork evokes sacks of grain & sandbags – reminding you that you’re both...
🎉 It's that time of year again... SAM Remix is back at the Olympic Sculpture Park! Join us on 8/25 at the most artistic party of the summer. Themed "The Next 90," this edition will explore the future of Seattle's art scene. Tickets are now on sale! http://visitsam.org/remix
The Paddle to Muckleshoot has begun! The annual tribal canoe journey can be witnessed on our Puget Sound routes through this weekend, all leading up to a celebration hosted by the Muckleshoot Tribe July 31 through Aug. 6.
Next Tuesday (August 1st), the action will be on Pier 62 to kick off Fleet Week along Seattle's waterfront. Fleet Week is from August 1-6. Schedule and details at https://www.seafair.org/fleetweek
We're flying the POW/MIA flag on all operating vessels today 7/27 for National Korean War Veterans Armistice Day, which honors those who served and died in the Korean War.
Join @friendsWFS for Pier Sounds 2023 from 4-8 PM, on 7/28 & 7/29. This is an annual free concert series on the waterfront & presented in partnership with KEXP’s El Sonido Podcast.
Construction of the new Colman Dock ferry terminal at Pier 52 is reaching its terminus with a nearly complete opening of the facility expected next week!
https://www.seattletimes.com/seattle-news/transportation/wa-ferry-passengers-about-to-see-a-transformed-colman-dock-heres-your-preview?shwa
Marion Street Pedestrian Bridge is starting to be adorned with new metal railings where there used to be wooden placeholders. Once complete, the bridge's railings will feature lights to help nighttime visibility for pedestrians & ferry riders.
#OnThisDay in 1966, the first unlimited hydroplane race on the Columbia River occurred at the Tri-Cities. https://historylink.org/File/5676
NEW MURAL! @BrookeWestlund has completed the newest mural in #PikePlaceMarket. Come see it on Western Ave!
Western Ave is also where you’ll find a dozen shops full of creative people! Explore all the businesses on Western Ave 👉 https://www.pikeplacemarket.org/map/?place=6629aeed09473efabf41114eb58a4fc4
We've got so much going on #ThisWeekatSAM! Check out a few highlights below and learn more about all that's happening at http://visitsam.org/calendar.
Attention all @taylorswift13 fans! We've got some cocktails you'd love to try 👏 hop on either of our sightseeing cruises anytime this weekend and get a taste of magic. We've got two drinks that resemble both her first and last album!
HOP ON - http://argosycruises.com/cruise-types/sightseeing-cruises/
#OnThisDay in 1900, Seattle welcomed its first automobile (an electric one) https://historylink.org/File/957
If you’re in town for @TaylorSwift13 week, welcome! Sekiu & Mishka are otterly enchanted to meet you 👋💜✨
Photo 📷: animal care specialist Kelli
Decorations 🎨: life sciences' #swifties!
#TSTheErasTour #SeattleTSTheErasTour #TheErasTour #TaylorSwift @taylornation13
Parasailing on Seattle's waterfront is back! Seattle Parasail operates from Port of Seattle's Bell Harbor Marina, next to Anthony's Pier 66 on Alaskan Way. There are still open spots. Book today at https://www.seattleparasail.com/reservations
Our friends @seattleartfair are back this July!
We're partnering with them to give you 🫵 access to their Complimentary Fair Pass! This grants you entry to the fair’s Opening Night ceremony AND unlimited access to the fair ALL WEEKEND LONG. 🥳 https://seattleartfair.com/gpfairpass/?squadup-promo=sdf
Following an extended closure, Anthony's Fish Bar at the north end of Bell Harbor Marina is open daily from noon to 5pm with delicious seafood and waterfront seating. Never eaten here before? You can't go wrong with the Mahi tacos and local ales. Bon appétit!
Thanks to @SeattleWaterfnt there is now one more way to get around the waterfront! The FREE Waterfront Shuttle is back & running daily starting July 17 through September 24, 2023.
To learn about the route, schedule, frequency & more, visit https://buff.ly/44Rh2Fi
