Redmond Gazette

Redmond’s Independent Voice Since 2026

Redmond, Washington

Category: Events

Upcoming events, festivals, and activities in and around Redmond

  • Redmond Derby Days Festival Announces Headliner and New Events

    The 86th annual Redmond Derby Days festival has announced its 2026 lineup, featuring indie folk band Fleet Foxes as the Saturday night headliner and several new family-friendly attractions.

    The beloved summer festival, running July 10-12 at Redmond City Hall campus, will expand to include a craft beer garden showcasing 15 Eastside breweries, a technology showcase, and a twilight drone light show.

    The iconic bicycle derby race remains the festival’s centerpiece, with registration open for youth, amateur, and competitive categories. New this year is a family tandem category.

    Festival committee chair Rob Yamamoto said the changes reflect Redmond’s evolution. “Derby Days has always been about community. We’re just adding new ways for everyone to participate.” Tickets go on sale May 1.

  • Marymoor Park Velodrome to Host Pacific Northwest Cycling Classic

    The historic Marymoor Park Velodrome will host the inaugural Pacific Northwest Cycling Classic this June, drawing elite cyclists from across the region for three days of track racing competition.

    Event organizers expect more than 200 cyclists to compete in categories ranging from junior development to elite professional. The velodrome has undergone recent renovations including resurfaced banking and upgraded lighting.

    King County Parks director Lisa Nakamura called the event a showcase for Redmond’s outdoor recreation infrastructure. “Marymoor Park is a crown jewel, and this event puts it on the national cycling map.”

    General admission tickets are $15 for adults, with children under 12 admitted free. VIP packages are available at redmondcyclingclassic.com.

  • Redmond Farmers Market Returns with Record Vendor Lineup

    The Redmond Saturday Market kicks off its 2026 season this weekend at the Redmond Town Center with a record 85 vendors — the most in the market’s 28-year history.

    New additions include three organic farms from the Snoqualmie Valley, a Vietnamese street food cart, and a local meadery specializing in Pacific Northwest honey wines.

    Market manager Patricia Olsen attributes the growth to Redmond’s booming population. “People here genuinely care about buying local. Our vendor applications were up 60% this year.”

    The market runs every Saturday from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. through October. Live music performances will rotate weekly, and a new children’s activity corner will offer crafts and gardening workshops.