GeekFest West 2025 proudly introduces an exciting new featured event: The Amazing Awesome Race, brought to you by the Snohomish County Sports Commission. This immersive, geek-themed scavenger hunt invites teams to solve puzzles, complete challenges, and explore 10 exciting downtown Everett locations – all withing walking distance of Angel Of The Winds Arena. Teams can compete at specific times Friday – Sunday, July 18-20, 2025.
“The Amazing Awesome Race” is designed to thrill fans of pop culture, adventure, and community fun and transforms downtown Everett into an urban gameboard. Teams of 2 to 6 players will face interactive challenges at each check point, drawing on creativity, fandom knowledge, and local trivia.
“We’re excited to be teaming up with the Snohomish County Sports Commission to bring this one-of-a-kind event to life,” said Nathan Mumm. “Just imagine teams of geeks dashing through the city, racing to be the fastest to complete each challenge. It’s a fantastic opportunity to step away from the screen, connect with the community, and explore local businesses through a fun, interactive experience.
“We are delighted to partner with GeekFest West to host “The Amazing Awesome Race”,” states Tammy Dunn, executive director of Snohomish County Sports Commission. “This is an opportunity for the GeekFest West attendees to explore and experience the arts and culture of downtown Everett. A great way to learn more about the city!”
To participate, each team member must have a badge/ticket for GeekFest West and must sign up that day at the Quest Formation Table at Angel Of The Winds Arena.
Event Heat Schedule:
- Friday, July 18th – 2 Race Events
- 3:00 pm, 5:00 pm
- Saturday, July 19th – 5 Race Events
- VIP Slot at 9:15 am, early entry
- Public Slots at 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm, 5:00 pm
- Sunday, July 20th – 4 Race Events
- VIP Slote at 9:15 am, early entry
- Public Slots at 11:00 am, 1:00 pm, 3:00 pm
Checkpoints include the local area and will require walking around GeekFest West event and other locations throughout the city.
The race is free for attendees, but you must have your team register at the Quest Formation Table on the day of the event. Each race is limited to 18 teams per heat. VIP passholders can sign up to participate at exclusive early start times.
Prizes will be awarded for the fastest finishers, most creative costumes, and standout team spirit.
Ready to race? Register at www.GeekFest.com. Learn more by following the social media platforms, @GeekFestEvents and @SnoCoSports.
Join us for fun, fandom and friendly competition – downtown Everett has never been geekier!
About GeekFest West
GeekFest West – Game Expo 2025 is the ultimate Geek Festival celebrating “Everything Geek”, from gaming comics, and anime, to wrestling, movies and more. GeekFest West is managed by Courtyard Media Foundation.
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