Weekend Planner: Top 10 Events in Redmond and Nearby (Oct 18–19)
Synopsis
A concise, family-friendly weekend guide highlighting markets, sports headlines, and happenings across Redmond, Issaquah, and Seattle. From farmers markets and pumpkin patches to board game nights and livestreamed sports, here are the can’t-miss events for Oct 18–19.
Top 10 events to check out
– Redmond Saturday Market – Redmond (Oct 18, 9:00 am–2:00 pm)
– The Eastside’s oldest farmers market with produce, plants, baked goods, live music, and family-friendly activities.
– Location: Redmond Saturday Market, 9900 Willows Rd NE, Redmond.
– Highlights: live bands, kids crafts, pet parades, and local vendors.
– Farm Fresh Market – Historic Downtown Issaquah (Oct 18, 9:00 am–2:00 pm)
– Farm-fresh produce, flowers, and music; a Saturday staple in Issaquah.
– Location: Historic Shell Station, Issaquah.
– Highlights: Ayala Farms, live music 11 am–1 pm.
– Issaquah Goes Apples (Oct 18, 9:00 am start)
– Issaquah’s autumn apple festivities, part of the Patch calendar roundup.
– Namibia and Beyond photography exhibit (Oct 18, 5:00 pm)
– Art exhibit in Kirkland featuring travel photography.
– Eastside Catholic School Open House (Oct 19, 2:00 pm)
– Open house for grades 6–12, a family-friendly school event.
– Redmond Saturday Market – Ride to Work Day (Oct 18, all day)
– Part of the ongoing Redmond market program; check the market schedule for details.
– Rumble in Redmond – Robot Combat Competition (Oct 18)
– Family-friendly robotics competition at the Redmond market listing.
– Pumkin Patch and Scarecrow Festival at Little Green Acres Farm (Oct 18–20)
– Pumpkin patch and scarecrow festival across multiple days; fun for kids and families.
– Redmond Saturday Market – Additional family-friendly entries (Oct 18)
– Explore more vendors, food options, and family fun at Willows Rd NE.
– ALCS: Mariners vs Blue Jays – Game 4 recap for sports fans (Oct 17–18)
– If you’re following the playoff action, this provides context on momentum and key player performances; perfect for a game-night watch party.
– Fútbol for All Speaker Series: Soccer 101 (Oct 27, but preview and overview venue in Redmond)
– Community soccer series in Redmond; learn from James Riley and panelists (note: scheduled for Oct 27, plan ahead).
– Other noteworthy items from Patch AM Redmond and nearby (Oct 18–19)
– Various events in Redmond, Issaquah, Kirkland, and Seattle listed in Patch AM’s “Upcoming Events in Redmond” and “Nearby News” sections.
Notes and tips
– Weather: Expect mild fall temps with possible showers. Pack a light rain jacket and comfortable walking shoes.
– Parking: Many venues offer free or convenient parking; check specific event pages for details (especially for market days in Issaquah and Redmond).
– Family focus: Markets, pumpkin patches, and outdoor festivals are especially family-friendly with kids’ activities and crafts.
– Confirm details: Some event listings may shift times or locations; verify the event page before heading out.
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