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Burien's annual "Arts-A-Glow" festival will illuminate downtown with lanterns and live performances on Saturday, Sept. 6, 2025. The free event, running from 7 to 10 p.m., aims to unite the community while showcasing local artists through installations and performances. Visitors should expect traffic disruptions and are encouraged to arrive early or use public transit.
Discover Burien will host a Business After-Hours event on Wednesday, Sept. 17, from 5 to 7 p.m. at Farmers Insurance in Burien. The gathering aims to foster networking among local professionals while supporting small businesses.
Discover Burien's annual 'Mimosa Walk' will take place on Saturday, Nov. 29, 2025, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., promoting local holiday shopping with mimosa-inspired beverages at participating businesses. The event aims to support small businesses during the holiday season while creating a festive atmosphere for attendees. Tickets will be available for purchase starting in October.
A scuba diver died during a night dive at Redondo Beach Park on August 25, 2025, after suffering a medical emergency underwater. Fellow divers attempted to rescue the victim and performed CPR, but the individual was pronounced dead at the scene. Two other divers were hospitalized after a rapid ascent during the rescue.
Jeffery Alan Christiansen, a 67-year-old diver from Olalla, died during a night dive at Redondo Beach Park on August 25. Fellow divers retrieved him from Puget Sound after he suffered a medical emergency, but despite CPR efforts, he was pronounced dead at the scene. Two other divers were hospitalized for observation following a rapid ascent while attempting to assist him.
Casa Italiana in Burien will host its annual Vespa Festa on September 13, 2025, featuring Italian food, music, and a raffle for a Vespa Primavera. The event runs from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. and aims to support the Italian Cultural Center through ticket sales.
Stick Lounge in Des Moines hosts a whiskey tasting and storytelling event on September 20, 2025, celebrating Roy Olmstead's birthday. The evening features 2Bar Whiskey tastings and storytelling by Steve Edmiston, highlighting Olmstead's legacy as a notable rumrunner during Prohibition. Tickets are priced at $30, including whiskey tasting.
The B-Town Fiesta returns to Burien Town Square Park on Sunday, Sept. 21, from noon to 8 p.m. This free outdoor festival, organized by local Latinx business owners, features live music, dancing, karaoke, and activities for families. Attendees can enjoy a beer garden for those 21 and over, with no cost to enter.
Hospitality House will host the ‘Walk for Women’ fundraiser on Saturday, September 13, starting at Merrill Gardens in Burien, Washington. The event aims to support women in the community, emphasizing the importance of fundraising for local non-profit organizations.
Burien Town Square will host “Welcoming Burien: Celebrating Culture & Community” on Saturday, Sept. 13, featuring food, games, and cultural activities. The free event aims to celebrate the city’s diverse cultures and is part of Welcoming America’s national Welcoming Week. Organizers encourage all community members to participate in this family-friendly celebration.