Seattle is known for its live music scene so it makes sense that there is an abundance of music festivals to choose from every summer. Whether you like EDM, indie music, country, or pop music, you’ll be able to find a music festival on this list that passes your own personal vibe check. Many of these music festivals are located right in Seattle, while others are a short drive away with plenty of on-site camping options.
Just make sure to make your plans ASAP, since these Seattle music festivals are extremely popular and will sell out quickly. Ready to dance? We have listed the music festivals in chronological order for your planning convenience.
Here are the top music festivals in the Seattle area that you won’t want to miss in 2023:
1. Belltown Bloom
You can kick off the 2023 music festival season before summer even gets to Seattle. This 21+ music festival takes place over two days in Seattle’s downtown neighborhood of Belltown. Performances will be spread out over three stages and headliners include L7, Pussy Riot, and Mannequin Pussy. GA tickets are on sale now.
When: May 5-6, 2023
Where: The Crocodile in Belltown
Cost: $99+
2. Beyond Wonderland
This magical electronic dance music festival takes place at the Gorge, a massive outdoor venue located above the Columbia River gorge. The naturally sloping design of the venue makes for incredible views of both nature and the performing artists. Another cool thing about this venue is that it allows for overnight camping, so you can plan for a fun-filled weekend of dancing to live music and camping out with your friends. Get more info here.
When: June 17 & 18, 2023
Where: Gorge Ampitheatre (754 Silica Rd NW, George, WA)
Cost: $139+
3. Northwest Tune-Up Festival
This festival describes itself as a “bike, beer and music festival held in celebration of PNW culture.” You can enjoy three days of live music, bike races, and local craft beers on Bellingham’s waterfront. Get more info here.
When: July 14-16, 2023
Where: Bellingham, WA
Cost: $74+
4. Capitol Hill Block Party
A Seattle summer tradition, the Capitol Hill Block Party is a three-day music and arts festival that should not be missed. The lineup for Capitol Hill Block Party 2023 has not yet been released but stay tuned.
When: July 21-23, 2023
Where: Capitol Hill, Seattle
Cost: $85+
5. Group Therapy Weekender
Another music festival taking place at the Gorge in the summer, Group Therapy Weekender offers yoga, workshops, and camping along with live electronic dance music. The dates and headliners for 2023 have not been announced yet but you can get more info here.
When: 2023 TBD
Where: Gorge Ampitheatre (754 Silica Rd NW, George, WA)
Cost: $170+
6. Summer Meltdown
This grassroots music festival will have live music, onsite camping, river tubing, and horseback riding. There is a Saturday night costume theme of forest creatures, which should give you a good idea of the overall vibe. To get updated when the 2023 dates and lineup are announced, visit their website.
When: 2023 TBD
Where: Sky Meadows Park
Cost: $330+
7. Watershed Country Music Festival
This is a huge country music festival held at the Gorge, which means you can expect camping, country music, and cowboy hats. Get more info here.
When: August 4-6, 2023
Where: Gorge Ampitheatre (754 Silica Rd NW, George, WA)
Cost: $225+
8. Day Trip Festival
A one-day house music festival located at Seattle Center, Day Trip Festival is ideal for those who can’t make a multi-day commitment involving travel and camping. Get more info here.
When: summer 2023 TBD
Where: Fisher Pavilion at Seattle Center
Cost: $60+
9. Day In Day Out Festival
This two-day indie music festival is another conveniently-located option in Seattle Center. 2022 headliners included Mitski, Animal Collective, Japanese Breakfast, and The National. Get more info here.
When: 2023 TBD
Where: Fisher Green Pavilion at Seattle Center
Cost: $85+
10. Bass Canyon
Enjoy three days and nights of bass music at this festival in the Gorge. Bass Canyon 2022 headliners included Excision and Zomboy. Get 2023 updates by signing up for their newsletter here.
When: 2023 TBD
Where: Gorge Ampitheatre (754 Silica Rd NW, George, WA)
Cost: $269+
11. THING Festival
This three-day arts and indie music festival has four stages (two of which are outdoors) and beautiful natural surroundings that lend to its relaxed vibe. THING 2022 headliners included Father John Misty, Modest Mouse, and Jungle. Get more info here.
When: 2023 TBD
Where: Historic Fort Worden in Port Townsend
Cost: $129+
12. Bumbershoot
This affordable and family-friendly festival at Seattle Center has been serving up live music, art shows, and exhibits since the early 1970s. The festival announced a new production partner in 2022 and is in the process of reimagining itself as a year-round presence in Seattle. 2023 dates and headliners have yet to be announced. Get more info here.
When: 2023 TBD
Where: Seattle Center
Cost: TBD