History of the Festival

42 years!

The Issaquah Salmon Days Festival, presented by the Greater Issaquah Chamber of Commerce, is the annual celebration of returning salmon to the lakes, streams and downtown hatchery with a weekend of non-stop FREE activities. Attracting more than 180,000 visitors in two days, the Festival includes a Grande Parade, a marketplace of more than 250 artists, Foods of the World, the Field of Fun and five stages of live entertainment. The hatchery offers exhibits with knowledgeable docents along with many more fun events and activities the whole family can enjoy!

For the past 42 years, the Issaquah Salmon Days Festival has been the annual community celebration.

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