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Slide Show: Smell That? It’s Hempfest
Grass (ha!) seating was in demand at the packed event, especially in front of the main stage where passionate speakers led the chant "H-E-M-P-F-E-S-T." Photos by Douglas Bair.
In addition to the 520 bridge being closed this past weekend, attendees formed a "420 bridge" waiting to enter the free event.
The line snaked up and down Elliott Avenue—much to the chagrin of downtown drivers.
The sun even came out for Saturday’s festivities.
The latest in hemp fashion—necklaces, bracelets, shirts, and more—were on sale throughout the parks.
Things got crazy before we even got into Hempfest. Hundreds of attendees tore down the yellow caution tape and jaysprinted across Elliott Avenue to cut the line that snaked up and down the block—like people were waiting for a pot-infused iPhone. But Seattle PD had more than misdemeanors to worry about; they had so many officers on patrol, they had to set up a grilling station to keep the team fed.
This past weekend, more than 100,000 ...
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