Seattle’s CID is throwing a FREE one-day Block Party this month

There are many things to celebrate about summer, but one of our favorite things has to be the excitement of late summer. While the days of the season may be winding down, the energy is just as high with great weather to match. August is chock full of amazing concerts and soon the CID Block Party! Get ready to add one full day of fun to your end-of-summer plans.

The CID Block Party (CIDBP) describes itself as an AAPI music festival. This year is the fourth annual event and it is happening for one day only. It’s all about supporting, showcasing, and highlighting APPI music, arts, and culture.

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The CID Block Party will take place on Saturday, August 26th from 3 PM-9 PM with a lineup that features artists Jen Z, Sundial, Chinese American Bear, Lemon Boy, Plash, and CZNS.

There’s a beer garden by Hood Famous Bakeshop, an auto show, an art walk, an installation by the Wing Luke Museum, and even a Pokémon competition.

Best of all, this event is free and open to all ages with the goal of bringing together to community to celebrate the CID and transform the paved landscape under the I-5 into a cultural hub. What’s not to love about that?

CIDBP

When: Saturday, August 26th
Where: King Street under the I-5 Overpass
Cost: Free