Northwest Folklife

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305 Harrison St
Seattle, WA 98109

Northwest Folklife is a vibrant organization in Seattle, WA that celebrates cultural diversity through a variety of programs and events. From the annual Northwest Folklife Festival to community concerts and internship opportunities, they provide a platform for artists and performers to showcase their talents.

With a focus on preserving and sharing folk traditions, Northwest Folklife also houses a public archive and collaborates with partners like Town Hall and MoPOP to offer enriching experiences for the community. Through their dedication to showcasing hidden worlds and supporting local talent, Northwest Folklife continues to be a valuable resource for cultural exploration in the Pacific Northwest.

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Mojdeh S.
5/27/2019

What a fun - and FREE - annual, weekend-long event (donations accepted, recommended at $10/day) run completely by volunteers! Join in on any day Friday through Monday each year for Memorial Day...

Susan S.
5/28/2025

This year's Folklife Festival was so joyful and rich and varied -- fantastic. However, volunteer drummers near the food trucks and some of the tents drowned out the music and ruined my ears for 2...

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Rachel S.
5/27/2019

This has been my 2nd year in a row to have gone to Northwest Folklife Festival. Lots of people and food booths are endless. There were so many performers on each corners I feel like from...

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Connie S.
5/27/2019

Fun times seeing watching several live bands, Salsa Dancing. Last Fri, I saw Bellydancing too. It's free Admission but people can donate.

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Andrew L.
7/22/2015

I'm not sure why I even come to this event; it's a hot mess. Drugs everywhere, long lines to mediocre food vendors, and maybe along the way, you might find a true local vendor... surrounded by...

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