Montlake Yard Sale is back!

When: Sun Sept 20 | 10am – 2pm

Where: All over the neighborhood

If you are a resident / business owner in Montlake* interested in participating as a seller this year, please fill out a survey from this link. 2026 Montlake Yard Sale interest form.

Any questions? Please email us yardsale@montlake.net

*We appreciate your checking our official Montlake boundaries from our map HERE if you are not sure if your address is officially in Montlake.

Montlake Turkey Trot

When: Morning of November 26th

Where: Washington Park Arboretum

The 11th Annual Montlake Turkey Trot is scheduled for Thanksgiving morning. Over the years, this event has raised more than $500,000 for the University District Food Bank. This year's 5K walk/run route has been changed to accommodate more participants but will still take place in the Arboretum.

Check the Montlake Community Club website (montlake.net) for more information and to register. Start training now and invite your friends and family—it's a great way to start your Thanksgiving!

Montlake Architecture Walking Tour

When: Sat August 22nd | 10am
Where: Montlake

Want to learn about Montlake Architecture with long time resident and expert, Lyle Bicknell? Please join us for a 90-min, "stroller friendly" tour from Shelby/Hamlin to the Montlake Business District.

Registration is limited to 20 people so sign up here: https://forms.gle/6aF8LErg5WQCFjLv5

($10 Suggested Donation to the Montlake Community Club)

Concert Truck Performance

When: July 2, 2026 | 6:00pm

Where: Crabapple Meadow, Washington Park Arboretum

FREE TO THE PUBLIC

Each summer, the Seattle Chamber Music Society‘s Concert Truck brings live classical music directly to our region’s parks, including the Arboretum. Free and open to the public, these unique concert experiences are perfect for families, first-time listeners, and music lovers alike. The Concert Truck makes world-class music fun, accessible, and unforgettable.

Music for Dance: The theme of this year’s performance at the Arboretum is “Dance!” and the program include pieces written for dance by Antonín Dvorak, Reena Esmail, and Richard Strauss. See full program.

Ready to ride? Join Montlake’s bike group

When: Weekday afternoons, weekends

Where: Leaving from Montlake

Looking to log some miles, discover new routes, or just meet other cyclists in the neighborhood? Whether you’re a seasoned roadie or looking to get back into the groove, tap the link below to share your availability and what kind of rides you're looking for.

Join the group list here: https://forms.gle/hP9T1bxT3MA5obmg9

Upcoming Library Events

This summer we will have lots of events for all ages at the Montlake Library! Here is what we have going on later this summer:

• Protecting Yourself from Medical Harm - Thursday, July 9th, 6:00 – 7:30 P.M. at the Montlake Library

• Summer Quest: Pet Painting for School Aged Kids - Thursday, July 16th, 1:00 – 2:30 P.M. at the Montlake Library (registration required)

• Pet Painting for School Aged Kids with Paws with Cause - Thursday, July 16th from 1:00 – 2:30 P.M. (registration required).

Fred Hutch Obliterate Bike Ride

When: Sat August 8th | 6:30am - 6pm
Where: UW Campus to Gas Works (through Montlake)

We’re excited to share that Obliteride will be returning this summer for our 14th annual bike ride and 5K to connect and empower people to help cure cancer faster by raising funds for Fred Hutch Cancer Center. All routes will start at the University of Washington campus E18 parking lot and end at Gas Works Park.

We invite you to join in our efforts to end cancer by riding, volunteering, or cheering on the participants as they pass through your community. You can find more info at Obliteride.org.

Saturday Walking Tours at the Arboretum

When: 2nd and 4th Saturday of every month
Where: Arboretum

Join our tour guides for a casual walk through various areas of the 230-acre Washington Park Arboretum! Held on the second and fourth Saturday of every month July through November, these walks feature seasonal themes, collections plants, explorations of botany, and the history of our organization.

This educational tour is tailored for an adult audience, although minors are welcome. Leashed dogs are welcome on our tours as well.

Class Cost: First Ticket $20; Additional Tickets $15 each. Purchase here.
Financial aid slots available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Montlake Community Center Summer Programs

Check out activities and service at MCC here. Programs include pottery, pickleball and more!

Scholarships of 50-90% may be available to those who income-qualify before registering for programs.

Street Theatre Players @ E Blaine St & E 22nd St

Calling for interested folks to be a part of The Street Theatre Players at E Blaine & E 22 St this Labor Day weekend: actors, singers, musicians, stage managers, prop organizers, costume consultants, stagehands, publicity organizers. 

Text me, Chaitania: 206-853-5981 or email: go2chaitania@gmail.com

WSDOT Portage Bay Project updates

Join us for our next monthly construction meeting held virtually at noon on Thursday, July 23. At the meeting, you'll hear an overview of construction progress and learn about upcoming construction activities, including local street closures. Register below to attend and email sr520bridge@wsdot.wa.gov with any questions.

• Date/Time: Thursday, July 23, at noon

• Link to register: https://bit.ly/portagebay-meeting

Missed the last Portage Bay Project monthly meeting? You can view the presentation online(PDF, 7 MB) or watch the meeting recording on YouTube.

Input for City Council

Do you have ideas for things that could be improved for our neighborhood? Is there something you think the city needs to address? This can be anything from a bad sidewalk to ideas for beautification.

Rachel represents our neighborhood and is looking for input. Fill out this form with any ideas you have and she will bring them up quarterly.  

Montlake Gear Shop

Check out our new designs! Including our recently updated bridge logo and Arboretum inspired items for newborns to adults. 

Link to MCC shop: Montlake Community Club 

Do you have ideas on gear you’d like to see? Let us know at merch@montlake.net