Honoring Chief Seattle
Chief Seattle Days is an annual event that the Suquamish Tribe sponsors to celebrate and honor Chief Seattle for all of his historical accomplishments. As the celebration grows, Suquamish tribal members and community members lead the events you see on the schedule. Some events are ones that the Suquamish community thought would be fun and some are focused on the revitalization of Coast Salish traditions and culture. This celebration is open to the public and people from around the world are invited to experience the Suquamish Tribe’s hospitality, culture, and fun.
Chief Seattle Days is sponsored by The Suquamish Tribe.
Event Highlights
Immerse in Cultural Richness
From honoring ceremonies to athletic tournaments, Chief Seattle Days offers a
variety of activities that capture the essence of Coast Salish culture.
Gravesite Honoring
Participate in the solemn and deeply meaningful Gravesite Honoring ceremony, a cherished tradition during Chief Seattle Days where we pay our respects to ancestors and preserve the spiritual connection with our heritage.
Sports & Tournaments
Chiefs Seattle Days features a wide variety of tournaments, including golf, a 5k run, canoe racing, softball, and cornhole, to name a few.
Powwow & Coastal Jam
The Chief Seattle Days Powwow is back this year! Coastal Jam, a special gathering where the traditions of coastal communities are shared and celebrated, returns as well.
Salmon Bake
Embrace the spirit of Chief Seattle Days with our signature Salmon Bake, a beloved tradition where succulent salmon is cooked to perfection, bringing together the community in celebration of culture and cuisine.
Plan your trip
Join our Celebration
Plan your visit to Chief Seattle Days. Find all the information you need for a comfortable and enjoyable experience.
Getting Here
Directions
Public Transportation Options
Parking Information
Staying Here
Camping
Suquamish Way NE & Division
(Across from the Tribal Center)
Lodging
Volunteer with Us
Volunteers are part of what makes this event possible!
If you’d like to volunteer for Chief Seattle Days 2025, please fill out our online form.
– When filling out the application, please note that you’d like to volunteer specifically for Chief Seattle Days
– All ages are welcome to volunteer, anyone 13 and younger must be accompanied by a guardian
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