About
The Cake Picnic celebrates community spirit through giving, music, and dance. This free community event in Port Townsend, Washington features cake, music, and dancing. It takes place immediately following the Rhododendron Festival Grand Parade and is organized by the Production Alliance. The picnic features thousands of slices of locally-made cake, music, dancing, and performances. The event is inspired in part by the history of large community clam bakes in Port Townsend.
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Who participates
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The event is made possible by a team of bakers, musicians, and creatives
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Community members are encouraged to participate by marching in the parade and joining the picnic
When it happens
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The 13th Anniversary of Cake Picnic will take place on Saturday, May 17, 2025
Cake Picnic 2020 Video by Tomoki Sage
Cake Picnic Gallery
The Final Slice
After 13 years of free cake and community celebration, the iconic Cake Picnic event is coming to a close with its 13th and final installment, Cake Picnic XIII, during the Rhododendron Festival Grand Parade in Port Townsend. Join us as we celebrate this beloved tradition with the 26,000th slice of cake served to the community.
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