11 of the best things to do in Seattle this weekend (September 6-8)

The weekend has arrived, and it is packed with fun in the city! Lots of concerts are taking place over the next few days, as well as cultural festivals, and we even have some home games that include the Seattle Seahawks kicking off their season! Get ready to head out to one, or several, of these events this weekend! Check out the best things to do in and around Seattle this first weekend of September.
Future & Metro Boomin
Kick off the weekend with Future and Metro Boomin. The three-time GRAMMY Award-winning artist Future and GRAMMY-nominated record producer Metro Boomin are on their “We Trust You Tour” which is in Seattle this Friday.
When: Friday, September 6th, 2024
Where: Climate Pledge Arena
Cost: $54+
San Gennaro Festival of Seattle
This big Italian Street Fair is back! And like previous years, you can expect vendors with food and Italian wares for sale, beer and wine garden, childrens activities, and a stage with Italian music or music performed by people of Italian heritage!
When: Friday, September 6th to Sunday, September 8th, 2024
Where: South Angelo Street in Georgetown, Seattle
Cost: Free
Gracie Abrams
American singer-songwriter Gracie Abrams is on “The Secret of Us Tour” with special guest Role Model, and they stop at the WAMU on Friday.
When: Friday, September 6th, 2024
Where: WAMU Theatre, 800 Occidental Ave S
Cost: $86
Cider Summit Seattle
The Cider Summit Seattle is back at its original home at the South Lake Union Discovery Center Lawn. For one weekend, the festival will feature approximately 150 selections from more than 40 leading cider, mead and fruit spirit and cocktail producers.
When: Friday, September 6th and Saturday, September 7th, 2024
Where: South Lake Union Discovery Center, 101 Westlake Ave N
Cost: $35+
Chromeo & The Midnight
Another concert in town this Friday is Chromeo & The Midnight, who are on the ‘CHROME NIGHTS North American Tour.’ Keep the summer vibes going at Remlinger Farms at this show!
When: Friday, September 6th, 2024
Where: 32610 N.E. 32nd Street, Carnation, WA
Cost: $39.50+
Sum 41
Canadian band Sum 41 announced their final tour, “Tour of the Setting Sum” and they are brining it to Seattle. If you are in ‘too deep’ with these guys, be sure to check them out for the last time!
When: Saturday, September 7th, 2024
Where: WAMU Theatre, 800 Occidental Ave S
Cost: $55.50
AFROPUNK Seattle
AFROPUNK Seattle is an all-ages event that will take place from 2-8:30 PM on Saturday, September 7th at Pier 62 at Seattle’s new Waterfront Park. Headlining performances will include Cautious Clay with support from Black Ends, BLAST, Lace Cadence, Faridaguyzzz, and hosted by KEXP’s Eva Walker. There will be food trucks, and offer a 21+ Beer Garden.
When: Saturday, September 7th, 2024
Where: Pier 62
Cost: $35+
NorthWest Ukrainian International Festival
This September, check out the largest Ukrainian cultural event on the west coast. Founded in 2016, the annual Northwest Ukrainian International Festival is a celebration of the Northwest’s Ukrainian community and culture, and it returns on the 7th.
When: Saturday, September 7th, 2024
Where: Bellevue Downtown Park
Cost: Free to attend
Seattle Storm
The WNBA’s Seattle Storm have a few games in the city in September. Teams they face include the Phoenix Mercury this weekend, and Los Angeles Sparks, and Las Vegas Aces later this month.
When: Saturday, September 7th, Sunday, September 15th and Tuesday, September 17th, 2024
Where: Climate Pledge Arena
Cost: $38+
Seattle Seahawks
The Seattle Seahawks kick off their season this month against the Denver Broncos, and have another game against the Miami Dolphins at Lumen Field later in September.
Where: Lumen Field
Cost: $130+
Live Aloha Hawaiian Cultural Festival
Get ready for some hula performances! Live Aloha Hawaiian Cultural Festival is taking place in Seattle on Sunday, bringing with it free performances.
You can expect the festival to share cultural roots and contemporary influences of Hawaii through music, hula, ono food, marketplace, workshops, and more.
When: Sunday, September 8th, 2024
Where: Seattle Center
Cost: Free to attend
Enjoy your weekend!
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