Name: Father's Day at the Locks
Start: 2026-06-21T09:30:00-07:00
End: 2026-06-21T16:00:00-07:00
Location: Hiram M. Chittenden Locks - Ballard Locks

Father's Day at the Locks
Mustangs Northwest hosts their annual Father's Day Car Show at the Ballard Locks (Hiram M. Chittenden Locks) in Seattle. The event is a beloved tradition where club members display classic and modern Mustangs among the gardens, typically running from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM with free public admission.
Key Event Details
Location: Hiram M. Chittenden Locks (3015 NW 54th St, Seattle, WA)
Time: 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM (Participant arrival/gate parade usually happens around 9:55 AM) Note that we meet up in the parking lot to the West of the Locks at 9:30 AM to stage the cars.
Cars will not be able to leave the park until the end of the event, about 4:00 PM.
Activities: Family-friendly viewing, a picnic setup, and live music (often featuring the Elliott Bay Pipe Band around 2:00 PM)
Cost: Free to attend, though standard Locks garden rules apply.
Participant & Spectator Info
For Spectators: It is free to walk the grounds and admire the cars, making it an excellent spot for a family picnic.
For Club Members: Free!
Those wishing to park and display their vehicles: MNW Members Free! Non Club members $25.
For the latest schedule, registration details, or to RSVP your vehicle, you can check out the official Mustangs Northwest Events page or pick up Father's Day at the Locks Tickets via The FOAT.