The 38th Annual Best of the Northwest Fall Show

Friday, November 6th, 2026 at 11:00 AM
6310 Northeast 74th Street, Seattle, WA 98115Seattle, WA

About This Event

Welcome to the Best of the Northwest Fall Art Show!

The 38th Annual Best of the Northwest Fall Show

Seattle's Premier Art & Fine Craft Event

Dates: November 6-8, 2026

Location: Magnuson Park, Hangar 30. 6310 NE 74th St, Seattle, Wa 98115

Preview all 120 Participating Artists

Celebrate 38 years of the Best! Friday morning starts with a special VIP Preview. Be the first to see the art and shop from the artists.

  • Enjoy seeing 120+ talented PNW artists in all mediums
  • Vote for your favorite art booth and enter to win a $200 PCC gift card
  • Find exciting treasures for yourself or a gift for someone special
  • Look for artists in action and see how the artwork is made
  • Purchase a specialty mocktail from The Youthful Cocktail to enhance your shopping experience
  • Enjoy a meal or snack from Seattle food trucks and coffee selections throughout the weekend

VIP Preview: Friday, 11am - 2pm • $15 advance / $20 day of event

Your VIP Preview ticket includes:

  • Complimentary assorted pastries and treats
  • A specialty mocktail by The Youthful Cocktail
  • Live classical guitar music while you shop
  • Enter for a chance to win prize drawings: $30 toward artwork, $50 gift card to BLICK Art Materials

General Admission:

Friday, 2pm - 7pm, Saturday, 10am-6pm & Sunday, 10am-5pm • $5 advance / $8 day of event

In honor of Veterans Day, active and retired military personnel receive free admission with ID. Kids 12 and under get free admission. Tickets good for all weekend.

Parking is free! ADA parking available. The Seattle Parks and Recreation Department asks people to carpool, use public transportation, or find alternate methods to attend the Best of the Northwest shows at Hangar 30. The City of Seattle does not permit pets in the hangar unless they are designated service animals.

Volunteers! If you’re looking for a great volunteering opportunity, we are always looking for cashiers, booth sitters, or event set-up. Consider volunteering to support the artists and get in for FREE! See all available tasks and shifts

Totally Blown Glassworks, Mary T. Enslow, Metalsmiths Amy Buettner and Tucker Glasow, Zetamari Mosaic Artworks, Barehands Workshop, Greg Klassen Studio, Dmitri Patapov, The Common Tote, and Steve Johnson Pottery

Preview all 120 Participating Artists

VIP Preview ticket holders receive a complimentary mocktail from The Youthful Cocktail booth. Drinks are also available for purchase throughout the show weekend.

Consider becoming a Patron of the Arts member!

With your $100 annual membership, you will receive 8 free passes for entry to our art shows, including the VIP Preview at the Best of the Northwest Fall Show, receive a free Patron tote bag and you'll be supporting artist diversity, sustainability, and education in the Pacific Northwest.

See more about how you can support NWAA and receive your free passes to this event HERE

Special Exhibit by the Women Painters of Washington

Women Painters of Washington empowers professional women artists to create, exhibit, and market their work while fostering art appreciation within their communities and beyond.

Visit the Women Painters of Washington display in the Gallery and online at https://womenpainters.com. Besides the special exhibit, they will also be offering free art activities and live demos.

Special Exhibit by the Museum Of Special Art (MOSA)

The MOSA Museum is a disability art museum located in the State of Washington. It is the very first disability art museum in the United States and provides a framework for other disability art museums located in the United States and Internationally.

Visit Booths G1 and G2 to check out their work!

Nothwest Art Alliance is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to connecting the power of art, fine craft, and community. We do this by providing artists with essential tools, education and exposure to help them succeed, and provide our area with access to a vibrant community of artists and craftspeople.

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