If you’re as eager as we are to start the long weekend, then save time planning with our trusty cheap and easy guide. We’re suggesting you head to events from the Northwest Folklife Festival to the George Floyd Day Rally and March, and from a Memorial Day Benefit DJ Night for Planned Parenthood to Salmon Bay FC‘s first-ever friendly match. For more suggestions, check out our top event picks of the week.
FRIDAY
SPORTS & RECREATION
Ballard FC 2025 Home Games
USL League Two champions Ballard FC are back this season to defend their title. The team returns to Interbay Stadium this year, bringing them closer to their namesake and adoring fans. Don’t miss the home opener on May 23; last year the game ball was delivered by parachuters and Dick’s burgers were thrown into the crowd after every goal. Even without all that hullabaloo, I would recommend a game to anyone as cheap, entertaining, family-friendly fun. It doesn’t get much more local than being sponsored by Reuben’s Brews and having “Up the bridges!” as the team’s main chant. SHANNON LUBETICH
(Interbay Stadium, Interbay, $14-$40)
