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Janet N.

This is one Summer Solstice Fair you do not want to miss! Multiple Streets were closed for the weekend and the amount of activities and vendors was impressive! We saw a giant row of slides kids were going down and it reminded me of old carnival days sliding down on potato sacks. There were so many cool activities for kids and adults! There was even an axe throwing trailor. There was certainly lots to see and I did not expect to have walked so much but luckily the sun did show up for this parade and the day was beautiful. Of course my favorite was the variety of food choices. Make sure to always get to fairs early enough to try their most popuar dishes! They will run out of course and thats a good thing! We luckily were able to try some amazing Philiipino Food, pancit, pork skewers, and lumpia. Yum yum yum! The line for this place was definitely the longest and it was so good! There was a nice paved trail on the side for bikes to ride on and the grassy sides had tables where people could enjoy the food. We sat along the grassy river side and enjoyed a beautiful view of the river. It was a great spot for the fair plus with the many recycling stations, everything was very clean. We also came the day of the dog parade! So many more dogs showed up than I would have thought. The dogs came dressed up in their best for the parade and people loved watching them enjoy the spotlight. Our dog wasn't in the parade but she made tons of friends and received so much attention from kids walking around. This was a lot of fun for the pups. Afterward we enjoyed a stroll through the shops in the area and even got the best gelato down the street! All in all a great time.

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Frank B.

It's the place you want to be on the second weekend of June in Seattle. Freaks everywhere, but that's Fremont normally. Every summer the annual The Fremont Fair & The Summer Solstice parade lets us celebrate the arrival of summer. Or what THE GODS grant us for summer. Every form of life shows up ( Vendors, freaks , geek's and locals) to gather in celebration & decadence! This gathering has something for everyone from voyeurism, drinking, shopping, protesting or watching the parade it's very entertaining for all! Should you be coming for the parade, I'd arrive early to secure a location. The benefit is a front row view of freak show central the naked cyclists who kick off the parade. See ya in 2015!

Sherill Y.

Celebrate summer at the Fremont Solstice Fair, an event known primarily for its elaborately painted (and sometimes just wild 'n' free) nude bicyclists--but also offering tons of food, crafts, activities, performances, great people-watching, and a beer garden. The Solstice Fair is one of the premiere summer activities in Seattle. The annual Fremont Solstice Fair, a beloved Mardi-Gras style festival. Founded in 1972, the Fremont Solstice Fair is one of Seattle's most beloved neighborhood street festivals, featuring a weekend of eclectic activities that celebrate the quirky community of Fremont, the self-proclaimed "center of the universe." Parking in the festival area is extremely limited and some streets are closed for the event. Getting there by foot, bike or bus is suggested. All events are free, with donations appreciated; Fremont Arts Council passes the big Green Hat for donations during the parade and tip jars at the beer gardens and fair information stations benefit the fair and local charities.

2013
Monica B.

I typically attend the Fremont Fair on Sunday. That way, I can spend Saturday focused on the Solstice Parade because honestly, it's a bit too much for me to handle all in one day. I go to the Fremont Fair each year and again, Sunday always seems like a different vibe to me. Although there still are remnants of naked folk, it's a lot less compared to Saturday (if that's a concern for you; I don't care). Vendors - There are some of the vendors that participate in Fremont Sunday Market but there are tons more who just come in for the fair. Everything from leather goods to pillows to bubbles, there's a wide range of amusement for everyone. Location - I like that the Fair spreads out over a few streets. That allows for people to move around a bit better. Also, one of my favorite things to do is walk a little further down the water to have a little peace and quiet under the shade while I watch the boats go by. Transportation - I've heard a lot of complaints about this. Honestly, a little research goes a long way. If you're looking to park right at the Fair, good luck. However, if you even drive by a week before to get an idea of where to park (if driving) then you're much better off. In terms of buses, this year was kind of a problem on Saturday with the Rock N' Roll Marathon in the Morning then the Parade in the afternoon. I kept recommending that folks bike in (great path, except a little dicey with walkers) or use one of the MANY car options. People said taxis wouldn't go down there. Okay. Try Uber, car2go, Sidecar, Lyft, etc. Bottom line - I've been to the fair on Saturday and Sunday - GO ON SUNDAY. If you're going to the Solstice Parade, try a location further down the road (it goes all the way to Gas Works, you don't have to be at the beginning to enjoy yourself). Food - The typical fair food pervades the Fair. Each year, there may be a food truck or two but really, it's the usual suspects you find at most fairs. I usually don't eat there. Toilets - Honey Buckets are onsite and remember that some locations are busier than others. Have a look when you get there if you have to use them. You can try businesses but they are all fairly busy as well. One of my favorite things about the Fair are the cars. A car with dentures on them? Awesome. How about one with magnets? Equally awesome. It's fun to look at how others express their creativity with their wheels. There is a kids slide and some other minimal kids activities. I don't recommend these. They are overpriced and really, you would do better to take your kid for drop in at Pump It Up. Go on Sunday. That is all.

Bigfoot ..

Local food and art! "Fair" prices, but worth every penny! I have a blast every year.

Chris P.

I must say, I've never seen such a site as the Solstice Fair. It seems this gathering gave all comers carte blanche to let it all hang out... Sometimes very literally. Arts and crafts, street performers, excellent food trucks, and lots of great music made this a great weekend experience. As someone who lives literally 300 feet from the parade route, my only complaint would be the traffic. It was a bear to get home or going out over this weekend. Best to just stay local and enjoy the festivities. Lesson learned for next year.

Part of the Solstice Street fair parade. Lots of nude bicyclist with body paint and outrageous floats and drill teams.

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