Summer is here—and with it comes the opportunity to show your King County pride in some of the region’s biggest community celebrations! Employees are invited to participate in either (or both!) of the following upcoming parades and events. Participation is completely optional, unpaid, and on your own time.

Whether you join the route or cheer from the sidelines, it’s a fun way to connect with community, coworkers, and share in the spirit of summer.

Upcoming events:

• Seafair Torchlight Parade on Saturday, July 26, from 7:30–10:30 p.m. Starts at Alaskan Way & Broad St. and ends at Alaskan Way and Yesler Way. Employees should arrive by 6:45 p.m. to join the Metro group in the assembly area. See the Torchlight parade map.
• Need a ride to the parade? A Metro bus will pick up participants no later than 4:25 p.m. on 6th Avenue between S. Royal Brougham Way and S. Atlantic Street, across from the employee parking garage. The bus departs promptly at 4:30 p.m. and will return to the same location after the parade ends.
• Africatown Heritage Parade at Umoja Fest on Saturday, Aug. 2, beginning at 1 p.m. Starts at 23rd Avenue and E. Cherry St., and proceeds south to Jackson St.

For these events, bring water and wear comfortable clothing. King County or Metro gear is encouraged if you have it. For more details or questions, email Gerald Freeman at gerald.freeman@kingcounty.gov.