In Seattle, the fish are thrown at Pike Place Fish Market, located within Pike Place Market. This iconic tradition involves fishmongers throwing the fish purchased by customers across the counter to be wrapped. The fish market is at the corner of Pike Street and Pike Place in downtown Seattle. The throwing happens throughout the day during business hours, typically from 7 a.m. to 5 p.m. daily. This tradition started in the early 1980s and has become a well- known tourist attraction drawing thousands of visitors who come to watch the lively fish tossing and hear the call-and-response chants from the fishmongers.
