Events
2026 BASH TICKETS HERE!
Men in Black Birthday Bash Feat. Colleen Rafferty Alien-Abductee Lookalike Contest! June 20, 2026
5:30 p.m. at Quarterdeck
The party that started it all, based upon the encounter that started it all. More history, more mythology, more comedy, more music, more cameraderie, and just more - more. When is it? Why, the Men in Black Birthday Bash, of course.
Special Limited Edition features Colleen Rafferty Alien Abductee Lookalike Contest!
In addition to MIB and aliens, the Bash will feature with the world’s simplest – and funniest – cosplay on this or any other planet. Kate McKinnon’s legendary SNL character “Ms. Rafferty” has been repeatedly abducted by aliens, released, and interviewed by the MIB; the character has proven so popular that she was abducted on at least 9 episodes. The Bash will pay homage to comic genius! The rules? Come as a “Ms. Rafferty” (or a "Mr."). 21+ Must select a “Bash+CR Compete” ticket in advance - space is limited!
Tickets: Eventbrite
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What to wear: Really? We’ll spell it out. Come as MIB, Aliens, or Rafferty’s (Colleen’s, Carl’s, all good!).
Waterland Arcade Afterparty - June 20,9:30 p.m.
The great “debrief” returns to MIBBB for its third year! Featuring an out of this world MIB Alien dance music set. Test your skills at classic arcade games from Pac-Man to Street Fighter to pinball, and most importantly for men and women in black (and aliens), Space Invaders. Waterland Arcade has over 40 ice cold craft beers and ciders, and has been named “Best of Seattle Pinball” by Seattle Refined. Standard Arcade entry rates apply - with 20% off for MIBBB Bash attendees or MIB/Alien cosplayers!
Sparky’s Revenge Flying Disc Dog Tournament - June 21
Last year’s hit debut event returns, featuring 20+ teams from World Champion Summit Disc Dogs!
11:00 a.m. Des Moines Field House - Free
Why? In 1947, the Maury Island flying discs tragically killed Sparky the dog. This year, 79 years later, the dogs bite back! Flying discs meet leaping dogs from Summit Disc Dogs, tournament style - and there can be only one “Sparky” at the end of the day! Bonus half-time skills exhibition. Great for families! Free to the public.
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Alienvitation Experience and the UFO Mysteries Trail Get Ready for 2026!
Fodor’s 10 Most Unique Travel Experience Across the United States!
Alienvitation Experience
Westfield Southcenter Mall
Presented by Explore Seattle Southside. Invite those 1947 aliens back! Experience the new, museum-quality Maury Island Incident and Men in Black interactive exhibits at Westfield Southcenter mall!
Free; no tickets required.
Learn more at Explore Seattle Southside.
UFO MYSTERIES TRAIL - Relive the Maury Island UFO incident Near Seattle Washington
The UFO Mysteries Trail is a mobile adventure tracing the 1947 Maury Island Incident, one of America’s earliest UFO sightings. Starting in Seattle Southside, visit key locations from Des Moines to Maury Island where this eerie event unfolded.
Learn more from Explore Seattle Southside here.
MIBBB & Des Moines Pride join Des Moines Creek Parkrun
June 20, 9:00 a.m. Des Moines Beach Park - Free
Run, walk, or watch - for all cosplay runners, walkers, or MIB watchers!
Des Moines Creek Parkrun is a free, fun, and friendly weekly 5k community event. Walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate – it's up to you! Free to the public.
Des Moines Creek Parkrun Info Here.
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