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Summer Update from Historic Wallingford

Exploring Wallingford Together Those at Historic Wallingford appreciate the support and enthusiasm from participants of the three Exploring Wallingford Together guided tours that have already taken place this spring and summer. There is one more opportunity to join a tour led by architectural historians Sarah J. Martin and Thomas Veith. This coming Tuesday, August 18th at 6pm the final tour of 2026 will commence at the Animal Storm Sculpture at the corner of N 45th Street and Wallingford Avenue N. There are…

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Get Ready for Obliteride on August 8

You may have seen the posters: This year’s Obliteride to fight cancer will take place on Saturday, August 8, with a kickoff party the prior evening. Those expecting to use the Burke-Gilman Trail or Gas Works Park (or, to some extent, the roads in those areas) should be advised that things will be a little busier than normal. Larry gave you an initial heads-up a couple of weeks ago, but here are some more details. This Saturday morning, the annual Obliteride…

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Thank You to the Community from the 2026 Wallingford Parade Organizers

Thank you for joining us on Saturday, July 11th for the 74th Wallingford Parade—you helped us Grow Big Dreams in the heart of our neighborhood. Whether you marched, danced, rolled, waved, cheered from a float, or watched from the sidelines, your presence brought color, joy, and community spirit to 45th Street. We’ve gathered some of our favorite moments from the day, and we’d love for you to relive the celebration with photos courtesy of Ron Waldman and Christopher Nelson. Both young…

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July 16th Sip and Stroll

Summer is officially in full swing in Wallingford. With July 4th festivities and the parade behind us, there’s no better time to skip the traffic snarls and slow down while soaking up a little more PNW warm evening energy right here in our neighborhood. Head out for the Wallingford Sip and Stroll this Thursday, July 16th, from 4 to 7 pm. All ages are welcome, and there’s no purchase necessary—just come out, explore, and enjoy the vibes. Matt Evans of Pacific…

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Read more about the article The 2026 Wallingford Parade is Right Around the Corner

The 2026 Wallingford Parade is Right Around the Corner

The Wallingford Parade, an annual Seafair event, is returning for the 74th time on Saturday, July 11th, starting at 11 am, and the organizers want to make this the biggest parade ever! This year’s theme is Grow Big Dreams, inspiring neighbors to envision what they want to grow over the course of the next year. Over three dozen local schools, businesses, bands, community groups, and drill teams have registered to participate so far, and there is still time for your group to…

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Historic Fourth of July Celebration in Wallingford

The Fourth of July is a big day here in Wallingford, as the center of the city shifts to our streets due to the celebration in Gas Works Park, including fireworks set off in the skies above Lake Union. This one promises to be historic—the USA’s 250th birthday! The influx of visitors to Wallingford always causes traffic jams and parking challenges, so the best strategy is to not drive that day and just walk down to get a great view of…

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Read more about the article The Tale of Two Streets: Why Have Stone Way and 45th Street Developed Differently?
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The Tale of Two Streets: Why Have Stone Way and 45th Street Developed Differently?

As a resident of Wallingford for my entire life (just over 17 years), I’ve always enjoyed walking down Stone Way and along 45th Street. Each street contributes to my home’s Walk Score of 95, making it a “Walkers’ Paradise,” where most errands can be done on foot. Lately, I’ve wondered why more housing has been built on Stone Way than on 45th Street.   This question led me to look more deeply into the knobs and levers that control a neighborhood’s…

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