9 Great Things this Month

Honk! Fest West

May 31-June 2

Watch street bands perform in various neighborhoods and communities of Seattle. www.honkfestwest.org

Seattle International Dance Festival (SIDF)

June 7-22

This festival celebrates the art of dance and has indoor and outdoor performances at various Seattle locations. www.seattleidf.org

SIDF

Georgetown Carnival

June 8

Head to this annual free carnival for fun for the whole family that includes live music, food, drinks and more. www.georgetown merchants.org

“Wicked”

June 12-July 7

The untold story of the Witches of Oz—long before Dorothy arrived— hits the Paramount Theatre stage. www.stgpresents.org

"Wicked"

Festival Sundiata Black Arts Fest

June 15-16

Celebrate the arts and culture derived from people of African descent at this festival in Seattle Center. www.festivalsundiata.org

Father’s Day BBQ on Blake Island

June 16

Treat dad to a four-hour adventure with barbecue on the water and a chance to explore Blake Island with Argosy Cruises. www.argosycruises.com

AVP Seattle Open

June 21-23

Pro volleyball men’s and women’s players compete for the Space Needle AVP trophy at Lake Sammamish State Park. www.avp.com

Bacon, Eggs & Kegs

June 22-23

Enjoy drinks, bacon and more with at least one $5 dish per food vendor at CenturyLink Field. www. baconeggsandkegs.com

Seattle Pride Parade

June 30

The 45th annual Seattle Pride Parade beings at 4th Avenue in downtown and ends near Seattle Center. www.seattlepride.org