Free Art Festivals in Bellevue (greaterseattleonthecheap.com)

For decades, free annual summer art events have transformed Bellevue streets into a huge outdoor market for creativity and artistic expression featuring hundreds of talented artists from all corners of the Pacific Northwest showcasing their awe-inspiring creations, and a diverse selection of sculptures, jewelry, wood, glass work, photography, and more.

BAM ARTSFair

Bellevue Arts Museum (BAM) hosts the largest award-winning arts & crafts festival in the Northwest committed to handmade excellence and supporting national designers, artists, and craftspeople. Since 1947, BAM Arts Fair has been the annual gathering place for our community and a wonderful way to connect to the world of art, craft & design. Shop from over 300 inspiring artists showcasing unique, handmade craft and art. This marketplace represents modern, traditional, and emerging work. In addition to this unique shopping experience, BAM Arts Fair offers free programming including BAM exhibitions, Kids Fair, food trucks, an online marketplace, and more.

When: July 26-28, 2024. Friday – Saturday 10:00am – 9:00pm. Sunday 11:00 am – 7:00 pm.
Where: Bellevue Square & Bellevue Arts Museum
Website: Bellevue Arts Museum Arts Fair

Bellevue Downtown Arts Market (formerly Bellevue’s 6th Street Fair)

Bellevue Downtown Arts Market, previously known as the 6th Street Arts Fair, is an open-air showcase of 100+ juried artworks, including sculpture, jewelry, home décor, wood and glass, fabrics, and more. BDA Market is part of the award-winning Arts Fair Weekend alongside the Bellevue Arts Museum (BAM) ARTSfair. Food trucks and live music ranging from folk to flamenco guitar will also be on-site.

When: JULY 26-28, 2024. FRI & SAT: 10 A.M. – 6 P.M. SUN: 11 A.M. – 5 P.M.
Where: Downtown Bellevue, 106th Ave NE & NE 6th Street
Website: Bellevue Downtown Arts Market

Bellevue Art Museum (BAM) street entrance photo by Colleen Michaels via iStockphotos by Getty Images

Event calendar of free and affordable things to do

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