All The Can’t-Miss Music Festivals Happening In Seattle This Summer
It's not summer until you've gone to at least one music festival!
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 11 music festivals in the Seattle area that you won’t want to miss this summer:
1. 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. Beyond Wonderland 2022 festival’s headliners include Porter Robinson, Alesso, and Kaskade. Get more info here.
When: June 18-19, 2022
Where: Gorge Ampitheatre (754 Silica Rd NW, George, WA)
Cost: $139+
2. 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. Northwest Tune-Up Festival’s 2022 headliners include Reggie Watts, Wolf Parade, and Devotchka. Get more info here.
When: July 8-10, 2022
Where: Bellingham, WA
Cost: $74+
3. 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. Capitol Hill Block Party 2022 headliners include Charli XCX, Jai Wolf, and Diplo. Get more info here.
When: July 22-24, 2022
Where: Capitol Hill, Seattle
Cost: $85+
4. Group Therapy Weekender
Another music festival taking place at the Gorge this summer, Group Therapy Weekender offers yoga, workshops, and camping along with live electronic dance music. 2022 headliners include stars of Anjunabeats and Anjunadeep. Get more info here.
When: July 22-24, 2022
Where: Gorge Ampitheatre (754 Silica Rd NW, George, WA)
Cost: $170+
5. 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. Summer Meltdown 2022 headliners include Griz, STS9, Lettuce, and Greensky Bluegrass. Get more info here.
When: July 28-31, 2022
Where: Sky Meadows Park
Cost: $330+
6. 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. 2022 headliners include Jake Owen and Miranda Lambert. Get more info here.
When: July 29-31, 2022
Where: Gorge Ampitheatre (754 Silica Rd NW, George, WA)
Cost: $225+
7. 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. 2022 headliners include Kaytranada and Duke Dumont. Get more info here.
When: August 7, 2022
Where: Fisher Pavilion at Seattle Center
Cost: $60+
8. Day In Day Out Festival
This two-day indie music festival is another conveniently-located option in Seattle Center. 2022 headliners include Mitski, Animal Collective, Japanese Breakfast, and The National. Get more info here.
When: August 12-14, 2022
Where: Fisher Green Pavilion at Seattle Center
Cost: $85+
9. Bass Canyon
Enjoy three days and nights of bass music at this festival in the Gorge. Bass Canyon 2022 headliners include Excision and Zomboy. Get more info here.
When: August 19-21, 2022
Where: Gorge Ampitheatre (754 Silica Rd NW, George, WA)
Cost: $269+
10. 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 include Father John Misty, Modest Mouse, and Jungle. Get more info here.
When: August 26-28, 2022
Where: Historic Fort Worden in Port Townsend
Cost: $129+
11. 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 has recently announced a new production partner and is in the process of reimagining itself as a year-round presence in Seattle. 2022 headliners have yet to be announced. Get more info here.
When: September 2-4, 2022 (not yet confirmed)
Where: Seattle Center
Cost: TBD