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12 things to do in and around Seattle this weekend (August 16-18)

Busy weekend ahead! As we head into the second half of August, there is more to do in the city, and more live concerts to see. Foo Fighters are in town, and the CID Block Party is back. Ready to get outside? Check out these things to do in and around Seattle this weekend!

Movies at the Mural

If you haven’t checked it out yet, the Mural Amphitheatre lawn transforms into an outdoor theatre with a 40-foot screen and the iconic Space Needle in view this summer. The series takes place on Fridays and this is one of the last weeks to catch it! It wraps next week, on August 23rd.

When: Friday, August 16th, 2024
Where: 305 Harrison St
Cost: Free

Seattle Summer Series

Check out an evening of FREE music, circus arts, acro yoga, dance, flow, visual art, and anything else people want to share! All are welcome and participation is encouraged.

When: Friday, August 16th, 2024
Where: Gasworks Park
Cost: Free to attend

Sponsored pick: Experience summer at The Lodge

Experience summer at The Lodge, with fun events and activities happening on-site all season long including the Nordic Nouveau Dinner on August 30, Sagemoor Vineyards Winemaker’s Dinner on August 29, Catalyst Artwalk every Tuesday of the month, and Game Night with Over the Brick every Thursday! Plus, you can still sign up for Youth Pickleball Camp!

Sunset Supper at Pike Place Market 2024

On Friday, August 16th, the Pike Place Market Foundation is bringing together over 100 of the region’s best restaurants, wineries, breweries and distilleries for Sunset Supper at Pike Place Market. All food and drink are included with ticket purchase and proceeds benefit the Pike Place Market Foundation.

When: Friday, August 16th, 2024
Where: Pike Place Market, Pike & Pine Streets
Cost: $225

Peso Pluma

Peso Pluma’s ‘Exodo Tour’ is making its way to Seattle this week. 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 Tattoo Expo

Love tattoos? This expo is for you! You can expect live tattooing, contests, DJs, burlesque, and more, taking place all weekend.

When: Friday, August 16th to Sunday, August 18th 2024
Where: Seattle Center Exhibition Hall, 301 Mercer St.
Cost:  $30+

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

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

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 this weekend.

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

Have a great weekend!

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