Hello, neighbors! Welcome to Fremont Neighbor Notes, spotlighting can’t-miss community events each Friday.
September 19-21: Fremont Oktoberfest – Fremont Oktoberfest returns Sept. 19-21 as Seattle’s largest beer festival, featuring craft brews from local and international brewers, traditional German food, and live entertainment in downtown Fremont as a fundraiser for the Fremont Chamber of Commerce. The 21+ event runs Friday 5-11 p.m. and Saturday 12-11 p.m., with Sunday 12-5 p.m. welcoming dogs for a Top Dog Showcase along with contests like brat eating and stein hoisting throughout the weekend. Attendees are encouraged to don lederhosen for the full Bavarian experience at this iconic three-day Seattle beer celebration.
September 20: Luminata – The Fremont Arts Council celebrates the autumnal equinox with Luminata, an illuminated lantern procession around Green Lake on Saturday, Sept. 20, with lantern sales opening at 5:30 p.m. and an opening act at 7 p.m. The procession begins at 7:30 p.m., following a lead band around the lake, with all lantern proceeds benefiting the nonprofit Fremont Arts Council. The evening concludes with illuminated art displays for participants to enjoy after the procession.