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Unleashing the Design Thinker in Everyone
The Seattle Design Festival is the region’s largest multidisciplinary design event, bringing together over 8,000 attendees annually to celebrate how design shapes our community. We believe design is for everyone and that inclusive co-design practices are essential to creating an equitable Seattle. Through events developed by diverse community partners, SDF engages people from all walks of life in meaningful conversations about how thoughtful design can address our city’s most pressing challenges. Join us to experience how the intersection of creativity, innovation, and community can build a more inclusive, resilient, and thriving Seattle. Learn more about our Mission & Vision on our About & History page.
That’s a Wrap
Thank you to everyone who joined us for Seattle Design Festival 2025! This year, we asked for FEEDBACK and the community delivered, with interactive Pop-Ups and Built Installations, and engaging Mainstage Performances exploring UX, city planning, accessible design, and much more. Design Mixers continued to engage the community throughout the week through hands-on learning and fun, thank you to our hosts Adobe Seattle, ARCADE NW Publishing, and Pratt Fine Arts Center!
Key Dates: SDF 2026
Call for Festival Planning Team— December 2025
Annual Theme Vote— February
Call for Proposals Launch— Early April
Deadline for Festival Proposals— End of May
Annual Seattle Design Festival— Mid August
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Ways to get involved
Join the SDF Community. Everyone has a place in the Seattle Design Festival. Which path will you choose?
Partner
Want to bring forward a Festival experience? Submit your unique proposal in the spring and bring your creative ideas to life as an official Festival partner. Shape the conversation about design in Seattle!
Sponsor
Empower diverse voices in design! Your sponsorship creates opportunities for partners who would otherwise be unable to participate, ensuring the Festival represents our entire community.
Volunteer
Become part of the magic behind one of the region’s largest publicly created design festivals. From planning to execution, your time and talents help build this extraordinary community experience.
Donate
Help keep design accessible to all! Your donation ensures the Seattle Design Festival remains FREE for everyone while supporting programs that unleash the design thinker in people of all backgrounds.