Snoqualmie’s downtown infrastructure and improvement project in historic downtown has reached a milestone; a majority of the infrastructure work has been completed and many ornamental features have been installed, such as the new pedestrian boardwalk.

To commemorate this achievement, there will be a ceremony at 1:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 29, at Railroad Park, across from the historic Snoqualmie Depot. Come to hear key speakers and then join the festivities of the community Main Street celebration.

From 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., King Street will be closed between Falls and Maple Avenues, and Falls Avenue will be closed from King to River, for a street festival starting at 1 p.m., with a 32-foot climbing wall, bounce house, dual zip line, dunk tank, live music and raffle prizes.

Residents and businesses are invited to celebrate the unveiling of a more beautiful and pedestrian-friendly downtown and, more importantly, the replacement of aging underground infrastructure and utilities, needed road improvements, installation of safety features, property restoration, and preservation of legacy trees.

This project supports Snoqualmie’s downtown revitalization efforts and the city’s comprehensive plan to create and maintain a high-quality of life for residents, an enjoyable experience for visitors, and a stronger economic climate for businesses.

In addition to funding by the city of Snoqualmie, financial support was made possible through the Washington State Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Program, Puget Sound Regional Council, Washington State Transportation Improvement Board, U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, Federal Highway Administration, and Washington State Department of Transportation.