You’ve talked a lot about food and dining in Downtown Bellevue, but there has got to be more to do than just eat. I heard that Bellevue has a pretty good arts fair every summer; can you tell me anything about it?
it creates! If you’re close enough to walk, then I suggest it. This year the ArtsFair will not only utilize the outdoor space and parking lots surrounding Bellevue Square, but will also feature unique art expos and displays throughout the Bellevue Collection, one being a “High School Arts Expo.”
An extention of the BAM ArtsFair is the 6th Street Fair, which will feature more than 120 artists from wood and glass artists to musicians. This is certainly an event to bring the whole family to. The 6th Street Fair will have lots of food and hand-on crafts for kids, and the BAM ArtsFair always includes an area especially for kids to explore creative art mediums.
If you and your kids are feeling crafty this weekend, BAM is holding a free art workshop on felt flowers from 1pm – 3pm, inspired by one of the current exhibits they have on display. If you are an art patron yourself, there is also adult fun on Wednesday, July 23. BAM and The Westin Bellevue are holding a Patron Party, featuring a silent and live auction, dinner, and a talented display of art. Tickets may be purchased online through BAM.
Also, as we reported previously, The Bellevue Sculpture Exhibition: Sculpted Green is running now through October 5th in the Downtown Park and City Hall. 38 environmentally-inspired sculptures are on display, created by artists from Washington, across the US, and Canada.
So enough with the eating (except for maybe at the Street Fair), Downtown Bellevue is all about art this month!
– Lea
I loved the throngs of people walking around Bellevue for the event. It was like Seattle on a summer’s weekend without the smell of pee and the “got change?” crowd.