Salty Sea Days 2025: Everett’s Premier Summer Block Party
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By Live in Everett Staff | June 2025
It’s time to mark your calendars—Salty Sea Days is back! On July 11 (4–10 pm) and July 12 (12–10 pm), downtown Everett will come alive with a vibrant summer street festival. Taking over the 2900 block of Wetmore Avenue, this family-friendly event promises two days of unforgettable fun for all ages.
🎶 Live Music & Beer Garden
Local bands will set the stage ablaze with lively performances curated in partnership with Lucky Dime. Music lovers, keep an eye out for sets by Faultline, 22 Pines, Blame Aphrodite, Gniffke, School of Rock Lynnwood, Josh Red Uttech, and Poker Face.
When the sun sets, head to the Sound 2 Summit Craft Brewery beer garden—six rotating beers and two ciders on tap offer the perfect refreshment on-site.
👨👩👧👦 Family Fun & Games
Salty Sea Days is packed with classic summer activities to engage the whole family:
Twenty-foot inflatable slide
Giant Connect‑4 & Jenga
Bean‑bag toss
Planet Mynd’s Nerf range
Jag ArtWorks’ free tie-dye t-shirts
Clay play courtesy of Salish Sea Ceramics
Photo ops with Funko and more
Ready for some street nostalgia? Try blowing bubbles, racing through obstacle courses, or playing giant board games—just like past years’ celebrations.
🍔 Food Trucks & Local Vendors
Sample mouthwatering eats and local flavors:
Avery’s Chicken & Waffles
Tacos Pirata
Paparepas
Johnny Slaws
Fil Up
The Cheese Pit
Tabby’s Coffee
Bliss Creamery
Maurya’s Freeze‑Dried treats
…and more .
Local artisans and community groups will also showcase their goods, from handcrafted jewelry to wellness services—perfect for browsing between live sets.
🤝 Connect with the Community
Not just a party—Salty Sea Days celebrates Everett’s marine and civic roots. Community partners like the American Red Cross, Girl Scouts, Volunteers of America, and Cocoon House will have presence.
Salty Sea Days isn’t just another summer gathering—it’s a celebration of community, creativity, and Everett’s unique waterfront spirit. Whether you’re into live music, inflatables, local eats, or just quality time with loved ones, this block party delivers. A dynamic revival of a decade-spanning local tradition, Salty Sea Days is the summer highlight Everettites have been waiting for .
Let’s make waves together—see you July 11 & 12!
Join us on the 2900 block of Wetmore:
Friday 7/11, 4 – 10 p.m.
Saturday 7/12, Noon – 10 p.m.
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