elated Events
June 2, Pigs on Parade Kick-off Parade
One hundred pigs, dressed up and cavorting through downtown to kick off the Centennial Street Festival, a weekend-long extravaganza of fun! A humongous pig balloon float, marching bands—it’s a real parade! 10 a.m., Westlake Park to Pike Place Market.
June 2–3, Centennial Street Festival
Don’t miss the party! The Market celebrates 100 years as the oldest, continually operating farmers’ market in the country. Enjoy cooking demos from renowned chefs creating delectable Northwest-inspired cuisine, a wine and a beer garden, and the offerings of local artisans and musicians. Plus, the Kids’ Zone, the Strut Your Mutt Dog Parade, and more promise fun for the whole family! Saturday, 10 a.m.–7 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.–6 p.m.
Come watch Tugboat Annie, MGM’s most profitable film of 1933, shot in Seattle with Pike Place Market featured prominently. Marie Dressler is a tugboat skipper whose devotion to her son is a reprieve from the constant slapstick brawling with her shiftless drunk of a husband, Wallace Beery. Wednesday, 7 p.m., SIFF Cinema at McCaw Hall, 321 Mercer Street.
Celebrate the arts of downtown Seattle by experiencing them outdoors. Enjoy elaborate sidewalk chalk art by Pigs on Parade artists and others, live music, face painting and other interactive art activities. 11 a.m.–4 p.m., Harbor Steps (University Street between Second and Western Avenues)
Chef Lisa Nakamura of Qube has created a “Year of the Pig” menu to benefit the Market Foundation. One of Seattle’s hottest new restaurants, Qube features vibrant and elegant interpretations of Asian-French cuisine. Seating is limited; for reservations and information, please contact lisa@quberestaurant.com.
July 22, Centennial Berry Bash
What do you get when you combine the farmers’ market, live music, chefs, kids activities and blueberry pie-eating contests? The Centennial Berry Bash, and it’s on the cobblestones of Pike Place Market. 11 a.m.–4 p.m.
July 29, Pigs on Parade Street Scramble
Join us on an adventure course highlighting some of downtown Seattle’s most interesting sights, like its 100 new residents! Visit course locations in any order, answer simple questions to prove you were there, and collect the most points to win! For more information and to register, visit www.streetscramble.com.
August 10, Centennial Sunset Supper
Kick off Market Anniversary Week with the Centennial Sunset Supper, one of the best buffets in town! This benefit for the Market Foundation features more than 70 first-class restaurants, wineries, breweries and beverage companies. Dine and dance on the cobblestones of Pike Place, and then join us throughout the week for music, tours, chef demos and more. This event usually sells out; make reservations online at www.pikeplacemarket.org.
Pike Place will be the destination of choice this week. Come down during lunch and groove to a mind-boggling array of live music on the street every day, witness the finals of the Salmon Toss championship, take a tour of the Market and see chef demonstrations featuring Market-fresh produce. Centennial Days come around only once every hundred years, so don’t miss it!
August 17th is Pike Place Market’s 100th birthday! We’re planning a daylong party that starts with a reenactment of the early years (farmers selling from buggies on Pike Place) and ends with a concert in Victor Steinbrueck Park and fireworks over the Market. For more details on Anniversary Week and Centennial Day, visit www.pikeplacecentennial.org.
The beach comes downtown this year for the fifth annual Seattle Sandfest. Enjoy giant sand sculptures, live music, family activities and shopping specials right in the heart of downtown Seattle. 11 a.m.–5 p.m., Westlake Park, Pine Street between Fourth and Fifth Avenues.
October 12, Pigs on Parade Auction
When their summer job of livening up the Seattle cityscape comes to a close, the pigs will transition to their new lives and homes. John Curley of KING 5’s “Evening Magazine” and Seattle magazine will help auction off the pigs to the highest bidders to raise even more funds for the Market’s social services. The Seattle Westin, 1900 5th Avenue. Click here to make your reservation.
How long will the pigs be out on Seattle sidewalks?
The majority of pigs will be on the sidewalks until September 29 or 30th when they will be taken in for cleaning and repairs. However, approximately 20-25 pigs will require major repairs and be removed September 14 or 15.
There will be 40 pigs in a live auction on Friday, October 12 at the Westin Seattle. Tickets are $250/person for the dinner option beginning at 6:00 PM.
There is also a $75/person dessert only option. Entrance to this portion of the auction will be at 7:30 PM. The live auction begins at approximately 8:00 PM.
All 100 pigs will be available for viewing at the live auction. There will also be a “buy it now” option available for the 60 pigs not included in the live auction. This option will be available one hour after the close of the live auction. Pigs purchased via “buy it now” will not be available on e-Bay.
Which pigs will be in the live auction on Oct. 12?
The following pigs will be in the live auction, although the order it yet to be determined. Numbers correspond to those on the print and online map.
7. Hog Wild: Outback Survivor by Sarah Savidge
13. The Golden Sow by Rebecca DeVere
18. Pigcasso by Freeda Lapos Babson
21. Centennial Swine by Jean-Pierre Canlis
25. Bobble Head by Colin Reedy
27. A Pork in the Road by Chris Lemmon and Connie Munford
29. Leland by Bruce and Shannon Andersen
36. Swino by Curt Collinsworth
39. Swine Dive by Lane Gwinn Hill
40. Lost in Time Swine by Sally Prangley
46. Bingo Pig by Katherine Daily
47. The Emerald City by Leith Zeutenhorst
48. Andy Warthog by Mariah Ruggles
50. Star Pig by Raquel Stanek
52. Hugely Pigtacular by Chris Lemmen & Connie Munford
53. Piglite by Thaddeus Jurczynski
55. Let’s Keep the Market by Nadine Smith and Nicole Appell
56. Dream Swiner by Gordy Edberg
57. E.M. Pig by John “Jet” & Myrna Trubey
58. Las Flores by Carol Svorak
59. Trojan Pig by Peter Loh
61. Puerco Vaca by Colin Reedy
62. When Pigs Fly (and they said it couldn’t be done) by Faye Lomax
66. Pigasus by Steve Walker
68. Dolly the PR Pig by Bruce Chester and Leif Harris
70. Pig’s Kin by Pam Hill
71. Native Pig by Sue & Frank Coccia
74. Markettree by Collette Collins
76. This Little Piggy Went to Market by Leslie Riches & Carmen Valdes
78. Chef Sear’s Market Fresh Veggies and Pork by Kerry Sear
79 Piggsario by Leith Zeutenhorst
81. Seattle Sci-Fi Swine by Jules Anslow
84. Rusty the Singing Pig by Seattle Opera Scenic Shop
88. Good Old Days by Aki Sogabi
89. Pigskin by Doug Keith
90. A Moment in Swine by Mary Coss
91. Popcorn Pig by Dennis Warshal
92. Pygwhalion by Jessica Bergsma and Colin Reedy
93. Swine of Hearts by Sally Prangley
98. Bumble Pig by Steve Walker
How will the eBay auction work?
The auctions of the 50-60 pigs available on ebay will take place October 14 - 23. Advance registration is required and may be done so at www.eBay.com.
We don’t know. However in 2001, pigs sold for an average of $3,500. The range of prices was roughly $1,000 to $30,000.
In 2001 there was a public pig viewing prior to the auction. Will there be one this year?
This year, the public viewing took place May 19th and 20th at Western Bridge gallery.
If I am unable to attend on October 12, is it possible to do on-line bidding?
Live, interactive, real-time bidding, complete with audio will be available. Advance registration is required. To do so, please visit www.bidspotter.com and click on “How to bid.” Bidders new to BidSpotter should click on “Register to bid” and follow the instructions. Once registered, you will be offered a choice of events - select “Pigs on Parade”. All pigs featured in the live auction will be listed on the BidSpotter site the week prior to October 12 for preview. On October 12, interactive bidders can follow everything that is happening on the auction floor from the BidSpotter site.
The Market Foundation will be happy to assign a volunteer to bid on your behalf if you are unable to attend. Our representative will attempt to purchase the pig(s) of your choice for the lowest price possible and never for more than the top amount you indicate.
To place bids, please use the telephone/absentee bid form and return it by Wednesday, October 10 at 5:00 PM PST. Be sure to accurately record the pig names, pig artists, and the top price you are willing to pay for each pig of the telephone number where you wish to be contacted when your desired pig is for sale. If you chose this option, your representative will bid on your behalf with a number registered to you. S/he will give you a call 5-10 minutes before your lot is sold. Please expect a call sometime between 8:15 PM and 10:00 PM PST on Friday, October 12, 2007.
Payment for successful telephone/absentee bids must be made by Visa, MasterCard, American Express or Discover. All credit cards must be approved prior to the auction.
How much do pigs weigh? What are their dimensions?
Pigs weigh from 60# to 400#, depending on finishing materials. Dimensions of standing pigs are 43"x 33" x 88". Sitting pigs are 52" x 44" x 68". Measurements do not include wings or other protuberances.
How will buyers get their pigs?
Pigs will be released to their purchaser upon confirmation of payment. Buyers have several options:
- Make an appointment to pick up their between October 14 and October 30 by calling Michele Peterson (206) 774-5249 or Barbara Flynn (206) 774-5254. The pick-up location will be at our “pig sty” at 116 Pike St. in downtown Seattle.
- Have their pig delivered within Washington State. The cost and courier is TBD at this time.
- Make arrangements with the moving company of their choice and make an appointment to pick up the pig at our “pig sty”.
Can I also buy the Pig’s Base?
All pigs will be sold without their fiberglass base or concrete. Buyers will have the option to keep the fiberglass base or concrete pads (2 per pig) at no additional charge if they can pick it up in person. Bases weigh approximately 25#. We have a very limited number of concrete pads, each weighs approximately 150# and each pig requires 2 pads.
Is my pig purchase tax deductible?
Possibly. All contributions in excess of $2,500 are deductible.
Are there any “naked pigs” available that I could pain myself?
No. All pigs were adorned by artists this year.
n the Press
Pigs on Parade is hogging the headlines. Keep track of the latest press releases and news by reading the articles below.
December 2007: Seattle magazine names Pigs on Parade the “Best of 2007”, calling the October 12th Auction “one of the most pork-tastic fund-raisers of the year.”
December 4, 2006, Arrival of the first 50 “naked” (undecorated) pigs (Press Release)
read more (PDF).
April 30, Pigs Preview (Press Release)
read more (PDF).
May 25, Pigs on Parade Announcement (Press Release)
On June 2 at 10 A.M., 100 pigs will parade from Westlake Park to Pike Place Market. We’re talking about PIGS on PARADE, of course. These fiberglass pigs, each in the likeness of Rachel, the Market’s beloved piggybank, are sponsored by local businesses and organizations...read more (PDF).
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