Welcome to August, Seattle! It’s late summer and that means it’s time to get out there and see what’s happening around the city. Seattle has plenty to do this month between live music, festivals, food & drink experiences, and sports! Without further ado, here are 34 of the best things to do in and around Seattle this August.
Seattle Fleet Week & Boeing Maritime Celebration
The Seattle Fleet Week returns to Seafair once again! Besides the Parade of Ships through Elliot Bay, visitors are invited to meet the sailors and guardsmen, enjoy free music, and take ship tours.
When: Thursday, August 1st, to Sunday, August 4th, 2024
Where: Pier 46
Cost: Free to attend
Seattle Mariners
Head to a ball game this month as the Seattle Mariners play at home for 15 games! Teams in town include the Philadelphia Phillies, Detroit Tigers, and New York Mets. Some nights will include fireworks, and some are Value game nights with tickets starting at $10!
When: Games throughout August
Where: T-Mobile Park
Cost: $10+
Kite Festival
The Pierce County Kite Festival is back and bigger than ever with two fun-filled days at Chambers Creek Regional Park! Besides kite demonstrations, you can expect family kite flying, inflatables, food trucks, vendors, and other fun activities! If you need a kite, you can pre-purchase and register for a kite kit online with us and build it yourself at the park!
When: Saturday, August 3rd and Sunday, August 4th, 2024
Where: 6320 Grandview Dr. W., University Place, WA
Cost: $5/ kite kit & $10 parking
Alanis Morissette
Alanis Morissette is back! The Canadian singer/songwriter is on The Triple Moon Tour in 2024 with Joan Jett and the Blackhearts and Morgan Wade.
When: Saturday, August 3rd, 2024
Where: White River Amphitheatre, 40601 Auburn Enumclaw Road, Auburn
Cost: $54.35+
Umoja Fest
Umoja Fest celebrates the best of the African American Community and the African Diaspora culture. The Fest will feature music, food, small businesses and culture for a weekend.
When: Saturday, August 3rd and Sunday, August 4th, 2024
Where: Judkins Park, 2150 S Norman St.
Cost: Free
Shakespeare in the Park
Shakespeare in the Park is a performance not to miss this summer. Running until Sunday, August 4th, the Seattle Shakespeare Company hosts free, outdoor performances of classical plays in parks throughout the Puget Sound region.
When: On now until Sunday, August 4th
Where: Various locations
Cost: Free
Olivia Rodrigo
Multi-platinum, three-time Grammy award-winning artist Olivia Rodrigo is on her GUTS world tour in support of her second studio album, GUTS. This is her first arena tour, and she has two dates in Seattle. But note, the shows are currently sold out on Ticketmaster!
When: Tuesday, August 6th and Wednesday, August 7th, 2024
Where: Climate Pledge Arena, 334 1st Ave N
Cost: Sold out on Ticketmaster, resale is available on other ticketing websites
Summer at SAM
SAM is hosting a ton of different free events this summer. Expect activities and performances that combine visual art, music, and community. There will also be evening concerts with food trucks and community partner activities.
When: Throughout August
Where: Olympic Sculpture Park
Cost: Free to attend
Summer Concert Series
On Wednesday nights from 7-8:30pm , head to the the Village Green for free live music at U Village’s Summer Concert Series. Concerts take place on August 7th, August 14th, and August 21st.
When: Wednesdays, August 7th, 14th, and 21st, 2024
Where: University Village
Cost: Free
The Northwest Washington Fair
Looking for a fair with horse shows, a rodeo, livestock judging, food and craft displays, a demolition derby, and nightly entertainment? The Northwest Washington Fair will have all of that during its 10-day event in August!
When: August 8th to August 17th, 2024
Where: 1775 Front St, Lynden, WA
Cost: $15
Skagit County Fair
The annual Skagit County Fair in Mount Vernon is back in August for a fun event for the whole family. You can expect local entertainment, a carnival, farm animals, and activities for kids. Fair Admission is required to access the carnival.
When: August 8th to August 11th, 2024
Where:Main South Gate Car Entrance – 501 Taylor Street and Cleveland Park Gate – 1401 Cleveland Ave (Pedestrian Gate Only)
Cost: Advanced tickets start at $1
THING Festival
THING Festival has a new location this year, and will take place at Remlinger Farms in Carnation, WA. The lineup includes over 30 bands playing different stages, and features headliners St. Vincent, Black Pumas, and Toro Y Moi, with Spoon, Killer Mike, Stephen Sanchez, Ethel Cain, and Earl Sweatshirt.
When: August 9th to 11th, 2024
Where: 32610 NE 32nd St. Carnation, WA
Cost: $129.50+
South Lake Union Block Party
Now in its 18th year, the South Lake Union Block Party is described as “the largest and longest running festival focused on celebrating and showcasing our neighborhood.”
This year, the party will take place on Friday, August 9th, and it all kicks off at 11 am. Festivities continue throughout the day, ending at 10 pm.
When: Friday, August 9th, 2024
Where: 101 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, WA
Cost: Free to attend
Taste Edmonds
The annual three-day foodie is back! Head to Edmonds to check out the music, makers, food, and fun this week!
When: Friday, August 9th to Sunday, August 11th, 2024
Where: 310 – 6th Ave N, Edmonds
Cost: $25+
Hello Kitty Cafe Truck
Love all things Hello Kitty and Sanrio universe? Get excited because the Hello Kitty Cafe Truck is coming back to Washington not once, but twice this summer. The Hello Kitty Cafe vehicle will be returning in August, stopping in Tacoma as well as Spokane.
When: In Tacoma Saturday, August 10th, and in Spokane Saturday, August 24th
Where: Tacoma Mall, 4502 S Steele St, Tacoma, and River Park Square, 808 W. Main Avenue Spokane
Cost: Free to attend
Jhené Aiko
Jhené Aiko is bringing her “The Magic Hour” Tour to Seattle soon, where she will be joined by Coi Leray, Tink, and Kiana Ledé.
When: Tuesday, August 13th, 2024
Where: Climate Pledge Areana
Cost: $74+
Movies at the Mural
The Mural Amphitheatre lawn transforms into an outdoor theatre with a 40-foot screen and the iconic Space Needle in view this sunmer. The series takes place on Fridays and feature popular movies that include classic and contemporary films that are appropriate for all-ages.
When: On now until Friday, August 16th, 2024
Where: 305 Harrison St
Cost: Free
Peso Pluma
Peso Pluma’s ‘Exodo Tour’ is making its way to Seattle in August. Catch the singer at Climate Pledge Arena, and tickets are still available!
When: Friday, August 16th, 2024
Where: Climate Pledge Arena, 334 1st Ave N
Cost: $64+
Kane Brown
Multi-platinum, 5x AMA award-winning entertainer and current CMA Award nominee Kane Brown is coming to T-Mobile Park on his “In the Air” Tour. Special guests will include Chris Young, Locash & Raelynn.
When: Friday, August 16th, 2024
Where: T-Mobile Park, 1250 1st Ave S.
Cost: $29.50+
Seattle Chinatown Food Walk summer series
Love to try new food in Seattle? This Food Walk may be the best way to do that. The Seattle Chinatown International District Food Walk summer series is back and this will be your last month to check it out!
When: Saturday, August 17th, 2024
Where: The Chinatown-ID
Cost: $4, $6, and $8 offerings at participating restaurants
CID Block Party
Another summer celebration returns! The Chinatown-ID Block Party is a daylong celebration of Asian American food, arts, music & culture, and it all takes place on August 17th.
When: Saturday, August 17th, 2024
Where: 900 S King St.
Cost: Free to attend
Lynwood Luau
Lynwood Luau is a free, festival and celebration of Hawaiian culture. The festival gives you the chance to listen to live music, enjoy dance performances from talented artists, and experience a taste of authentic Hawaiian food.
When: Saturday, August 17th, 2024
Where: 3711 196th St SW, Lynnwood, WA
Cost: Free
Foo Fighters
Foo Fighters are coming back to T-Mobile Park! The legendary Seattle band is bringing their “Everything or Nothing At All” Tour home in August.
When: Sunday, August 18th, 2024
Where: T-Mobile Park, 1250 1st Ave S.
Cost: $59.50+
Brasilfest
Seattle Center Festál presents BrasilFest in partnership with Brazil Center and Show Brazil Productions this August. BrasilFest will have capoeira, food, music, dance, and more for guests to enjoy.
When: Sunday, August 18th, 2024
Where: Armory Food & Event Hall, Mural Amphitheatre, and Fisher Rooftop
Cost: Free to attend
The Seattle Design Festival Block Party
The Seattle Design Festival Block Party is a two-day street fair celebrating the powerful ways design affects our lives, state organizers. This outdoor event is an opportunity for the design community and the public to come together and interact through large-scale design installations, performances, and design activities all centered around the Festival’s 2024 theme, WHAT IF?.
When: Saturday, August 17th, and Sunday, August 18th, 2024
Where: Lake Union Park, 860 Terry Ave N
Cost: Free to attend
Twenty One Pilots
Twenty One Pilots is celebrating the release of Clancy with “The Clancy World” Tour, their biggest headline tour and it includes a stop in Seattle, at Climate Pledge Arena.
When: Thursday, August 22nd, 2024
Where: Climate Pledge Arena
Cost: $79+
Evergreen State Fair
The Evergreen State Fair is a classic fair experience. It’s not quite as big as the Washington State Fair but definitely worth attending if you love the end-of-summer carnival experiences. Expect rides, fair food, entertainment, and more! The 2024 Evergreen State Fair Theme is “Bright Lights, Summer Nights,” which “embodies everything that makes summer one of the best times of the year.”
When: August 22nd to 27th & August 29th to September 2nd, 2024
Where: 14405 179th Avenue SE, Monroe, WA
Cost: $15+
WABA Korea Expo & Festival
Hosted by The Korean American Chamber of Commerce Washington, the Waba Korea Expo & Festival (WABA means “Come & See!”) is taking place on August 23rd, 2024, from 10 am to 8 pm.
You can expect 80+ booths showcasing food, culture, beauty products, technology, merchandise, performances and much more,
When: Friday, August 23rd, 2024
Where: Magnuson Park Hangar 30, 6310 Northeast 74th Street
Cost: Free
Dancing ‘til Dusk
Back for another year, Seattle Parks and Recreation is hosting Dancing ‘til Dusk for 17 evenings this summer. The lessons take place at parks across Seattle, and begins with a dance lesson for the first hour. No experience is needed but keep in mind the class rotates partners. If you’d prefer not to, you can bring a partner to the lesson.
When: On now until August 27th, 2024
Where: Various parks in the city
Cost: Free
Kings of Leon
Kings of Leon is bringing their “Can We Please Have Fun” tour to Seattle, with Phantogram. And if you’re looking for tickets, there are still lots and they start at $39.50.
When: Thursday, August 29th, 2024
Where: Climate Pledge Arena
Cost: $39.50+
Metallica
A legendary band coming to the city is Metallica, and probably one of the most anticipated concerts in Seattle this month! Get ready for 2 nights, 2 different sets, and 2 different opening acts!
Night 1 is on Friday August 30, 2024 with Pantera / Mammoth WVH, while night 2 is on Sunday, September 01, 2024 with Five Finger Death Punch / Ice Nine Kills.
When: Friday, August 30th and Sunday, September 1st, 2024
Where: Lumen Field
Cost: $140+
Seattle Waterfront Block Party- 2024
Looking to close out summer with a block party? Seattle’s Waterfront Block Party will be the place to be, and the best part is, it is a free celebration!
When: Friday, August 30th, 2024
Where: Along Waterfront Park
Cost: Free
Washington State Fair
The Washington State Fair or Puyallup Fair for real Washingtonians is probably the biggest fair of the year. It’s your classic American state fair experience with plenty of farm animals, rides, live performances, and, of course, fair food.
When: August 30th to September 22nd, 2024
Where: 110 9th Ave SW, Puyallup, WA
Cost: $15+
Bumbershoot Arts & Music Festival
Taking place over the Labour Day weekend, August 31st-September 1st, Bumbershoot will be back at the Seattle Center featuring the Pacific Northwest’s best artists and creators.
Headliners for 2024 include Pavement, Kim Gordon, Cyprus Hill, James Blake, Kurt Vile, and Courtney Barnett.
When: Saturday, August 31st and September 1st, 2024
Where: Seattle Center
Cost: $70- $125
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