The Grand Opening of Judkins Park Station marked a major milestone in connecting communities across Seattle and the Eastside. The day began with a ribbon cutting ceremony, where community leaders gathered to celebrate the completion of this transformative project. Following the ceremony, the first passenger light rail train departed, signaling a new era of access, mobility, and connection across the region.
From 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, the celebration continued with a vibrant, family-friendly street fair at Sam Smith Park. In partnership with the Northwest African American Museum and Sound Transit, the event featured live performances, local food vendors, small businesses, and community organizations. Guests enjoyed music, activities for all ages, and opportunities to connect with local partners, creating a lively and welcoming atmosphere that brought the community together in celebration.
THANK YOU FOR CELEBRATING THE GRAND OPENING JUDKINS PARK STATION
THANK YOU FOR CELEBRATING WITH US
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THANK YOU FOR CELEBRATING WITH US 〰️
Vendor Location & Performance Schedule
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Enjoy amazing live performances from local artist on our Main Stage area!
Adefua - 10:15am
Amber Flame: 11:30am - 12:00pm
Elevate: 12:00pm-12:30pm
KATANiiCA: 12:30pm-1:00pm
Ascended Reality: 1:00pm-1:30pm
Claytin Hendrix: 1:30pm-2:00pm
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Enjoy some local performances outside at Jimi Hendrix Park!
Note: Subject to move locations into NAAM if weather permits.
DJ Surreal: 9:00am-2:00pm
Double Dutch Divas: 11:15am-12:45pm
D Line Soul Line Dance: 12:45pm-1:15pm
Syed Taqi: 1:15pm-2:00pm
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Enjoy delicious food from some local food trucks and vendors!
Animated Cafe - B
Saffron Spice - I
Off the Rez - C
West Coast Seattle Boy - A
Sugar + Spoon - H
Puffle Up - D
Empanadas el Pachi - E
Where ya at Matt - F
Big Dawgs Hot Dogs - G
CAFE de la Loba & Dirty Dawgs - j
Gold Coast Kitchen - 67
Cute Dumplings - 61
Popcorn Concierge - 59
Bite of Ethipoia - 69
Chiu Coffee - 70
Bobaholic Cafe - 63
La Antillana LLC - 60
Askatu Bakery by Liberated Foods, LLC - 62
Browned and Toasted - 68
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ORCA - 18
Langston - 58
Estelita’s Library - 16
Judkins Park BIA - 15
Jubilee Women’s Center - 57
American Heart Association - 17
Public Health - Seattle and King County - 19
Seattle Department of Transportation - 52
Rainier Valley Leadership Academy - 50
House Our Neighbors - 56
Filipino Community of Seattle - 46
NAAM - Yellow Tent
Mockingbird Society - 47
OneWorld Now - 54
Plymouth House Group - 21
Commute Seattle - 51
Lou (Drawing Crowds) - 23
Sherry (Giggles Entertainment) - 24
Black Legacy Homeowners - 48
King County Metro NPU - 20
Transportation Choices Coalition - 22
Lou (Drawing Crows) - 23
Artmaranth - 25
Cultures United Football Club - FIELD
KeyBank - 45
Benjamin Banneker - 49
Seattle Girls’ School - 53
OneWorld Now - 54
King County Metro - 55
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Shuffle & Shine - 26
Alter Ego Expressions - 6
QueenCare - 4
Mumia’s Candles and Crafts - 43
Kingspen LLC - 31
D’s Craft Room Expressions - 2
Kcie Illustrations - 13
Stacy Hsu Design & Illustration - 41
kkmanga - 34
Myron Curry - 32
HER GLOW - 9
Avea Glow - 10
Diana’s Beauty Collection - 39
Self Healing Esthetics LLC - 35
Hella Black Books - 29
MRG Books - 12
Smash The Box - 27
Brown Family BBQ Sauce - 14
Sheeesh Hot Sauce - 30
Dupree Seasonings - 40
Askatu Bakery by Liberated Foods, LLC - 62
Brownedandtoasted - 68
Exclusive Boutique - 3
Finesse4UBoutique - 5
Demarciano - 8
Sow’n Seeds od luv Apparel - 11
Gwen’s Guidance - 38
Olu Productions: Uptimistic Gear - 28
Seattle Girls School - 53
Benjamin Banneker - 49
Malcolm Ford Glass - 0
M3M Habit Experience - 7
Bee’s Roots and Remedies - 42
Blessed and Thankful 365 - 1
Bella Lulli - 37
Kimely-Horn - 33
Birthing Life Doula Services - 36
Avea Group LLC - 10Sow’n Seeds of Luv Apparel - 11
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Stop by The Northwest African American Museum to experience African-American History, arts, and culture! Free Admission!
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Is the event free? YES
What happens if it rains? This event will take place rain or shine. Please dress accordingly for the weather!
Is parking available? Limited street parking may be available nearby. Public transit is strongly recommended.
Where is the event located? The celebration will take place right across the street from the new Judkins Park Station. Entering through Sam-Smith Park flowing through Jimi Hendrix Park.
Is the event family-friendly? YES
Find more info on riding the light rail at www.soundtransit.org
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Please dress for the weather! This event will happen rain or shine.
We strongly encourage taking public transit, biking, or walking. Parking in the area is limited and may fill up quickly.
Please follow the map and performance schedules to stay tuned in to when and where performances are happening!
Please reference the map to find any local business, non-profit, or food trucks of interest!
This is an outdoor, open-format event. Limited seating will be available in Main Stage tent and throughout the festival.