King County Parks welcomes the Refuge Outdoor Festival back to Tolt MacDonald Park and Campground in Carnation for its eighth year Aug 22-24, offering a weekend of workshops, outdoor recreation, art, music and community in nature designed by and for Black, Indigenous, and People of Color.

In a climate of shrinking public investment in outdoor recreation, organizers view the festival’s continued presence as a reflection of deep community resilience.

“We’re proud to continue hosting the Refuge Outdoor Festival at Tolt MacDonald Park and Campground and to support events that reflect the diversity and strength of our communities,” said King County Parks Director Warren Jimenez. “It’s especially inspiring to see young leaders at the center of this work, shaping the future of the outdoors.”

Festival information and tickets are available at the event website. Read more.