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Looking for some exciting things to do in Seattle this weekend?
The weekend is finally here and it’s packed with fun things to do in Seattle! There are plenty of new events and activities happening this weekend in Seattle and the surrounding area. Whether you’re in the mood to eat, shop, explore, or go on an adventure, we got you.
If you’re looking for more weekend ideas, check out free things to do in Seattle, fun things to do with kids in Seattle, and the best bars in Seattle.
Here are the events in Seattle this weekend that you won’t want to miss:
1. Attend a free cultural festival
Seattle Center hosts free cultural festivals every month. You can enjoy food, entertainment, and more while learning about other cultures. The festival lineup for July 2024 is:
- Seattle Arab Festival from July 27-28
2. Sail away to the Titanic exhibition this weekend
Get ready to learn the true history and discover the personal stories and more of Titanic passengers at the riveting Titanic: The Exhibition coming to Seattle in July. Tickets are on sale now! Step back in time and hear all about the true tale of the Titanic. Check out all the details here.
đź“…When: July 26-31
đź“ŤWhere: Maritime Building
🎟️ Get tickets here!
3. Go back in time at the WA Midsummer Renaissance Faire
This year’s Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire is bigger and better than ever with 5 full weekends of fun events. Start preparing your very best outfit for every special themed weekend.
📅When: July 27-28, August 3-4, 10-11, 17-18, 2024 from 10:00am – 7:00pm
đź“ŤWhere:Â 18601 Sky Meadows Lane, Snohomish, WA
đź’˛Cost:Â $30 for GA, $125 for camping, free for ages 12 and younger
4. Have fun for a good cause at the 2024 Pier Party
Head to Pier 62 at Waterfront Park for the 2024 Pier Party. It’s the 2nd annual fundraiser put on by the Friends of Waterfront Park. Each ticket includes dinner, dessert, and drinks with both alcoholic and N/A options from local food trucks and pop-up restaurants. Plus, they’ll have interactive art elements, live entertainment, and an art exhibit that guests can bid on. Get more information on their website here.
📅When: Friday July 26, 5:30–9 PM
đź“ŤWhere: Pier 62
đź’˛Cost: Starts at $100
5. See Shakespeare in the Park for free
GreenStage and Seattle Shakespeare Company are two organizations providing free Shakespeare plays in Seattle’s parks this summer. The latter will be performing The Two Gentlemen of Verona on many dates in July at Luther Burbank Park Amphitheatre. You can check the full schedule here.Â
GreenStage will be performing Twelfth Night, Henry VI Parts Two & Three, All’s Well that Ends Well, and Julius Caesar at various Seattle parks this summer. You can see their full performance schedule on the Greenstage website.
đź“…When: July 24-31
đź“ŤWhere: various Seattle parks
đź’˛Cost: Free (donations encouraged)
6. Take a free dance class at Dancing Til Dusk
Dancing Til Dusk is a fun dance series that starts with a free hour-long lesson at 6:00 p.m. No need to bring a partner. The dates and locations are:
- Hing Hay Park on Tuesdays from 6-9 pm
- July 30 — Lulu Swing French Cabaret | Swing
See the full summer schedule on the Dance for Joy website.
đź“…When: 6:00 to 9:00 p.m. on select dates in July
đź“ŤWhere: Hing Hay Park, Westlake Park, and Freeway Park
đź’˛Cost: Free!
7. Enjoy free outdoor movies in Seattle parks
Center City Cinema is screening outdoor movies for free this summer in Seattle parks. Pre-movie activities begin around 6:00 or 7:00 p.m. and all of the movies will start around dusk.
See the July 2024 movie schedule below:
- Friday, July 26: Rocky Horror Show at Cal Anderson Park (8:30pm)
- Saturday, July 27: The Hunger Games: The Ballad of Songbird & Snake at Occidental Square (5:00pm)
- Wednesday, July 31: The Pelican Brief at City Hall Park (12:00pm)
đź“…When: 6:00 p.m. on select dates in July
đź“ŤWhere: various Seattle city parks
đź’˛Cost: Free!
8. Relax at a silent reading party
Hosted in the cozy Fireside Room at Hotel Sorrento, this classic Seattle event invites you to bring something to read in companionable silence with strangers while relaxing piano music is played. Note that there is a $20 food/drink minimum in addition to your reservation fee. See more details here.
đź“…When:Â July 31
đź“ŤWhere:Â Sorrento Hotel (900 Madison St)
đź’˛Cost: $10-$60
9. Get swept up at a Sounders match
If you’ve never been to a Sounders match at Lumen Field, be prepared to be swept up in the fans’ excitement. It’s always a blast! Get more information on the Sounders’ upcoming schedule here.
đź“…When:Â July 26
đź“ŤWhere:Â Lumen Field
đź’˛Cost:Â $32+
10. Enjoy outdoor concerts at a winery
The Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery near Seattle is kicking off their annual summer concerts series on May 25. You can see the 2024 Chateau Ste. Michelle Summer Concerts lineup here. Check out the next concerts:
- Stray Cats on July 27
📅When: May 25 – Sept. 28
đź“ŤWhere:Â Chateau Ste. Michelle
đź’˛Cost:Â varies
11. Experience a traditional tea ceremony in a Japanese garden
Enjoy a traditional Japanese tea ceremony in a beautiful Japanese garden. Get tickets on the Seattle Japanese Garden website.
đź“…When: July 28
đź“ŤWhere: Seattle Japanese Garden
đź’˛Cost: $15
12. Cheer on the OL Reign
The OL Reign is Seattle’s professional women’s soccer team. Cheer them on at Lumen Field during three exciting home matches this July.
đź“…When: July 28
đź“ŤWhere: Lumen Field
đź’˛Cost: $15+
13. Discover a one-of-a-kind artwork at the Seattle Art Fair
Whether you’re an experienced art collector or just interested in casually browsing, this multi-day art event is a must for anyone who loves art and supporting artists. You can get more info at their website.
đź“…When:Â July 25-28
đź“ŤWhere: Lumen Field Event Center
đź’˛Cost:Â $35+
14. See free movies under the Space Needle
Experience free movies outdoors at Seattle Center each summer. Pack a picnic and bring the whole family! Get more details here.
đź“…When: July 26 onwards
đź“ŤWhere: Seattle Center Mural Amphitheatre
đź’˛Cost: Free!
15. Watch the Seafair Torchlight Parade
A Seattle summer tradition since the 1950s, Seafair is a multi-week festival with events running from June to September. The most well-known events are Seafair Summer Fourth—featuring fireworks for the Fourth of July—as well as the Seafair Torchlight Parade, but you can check out the full list of summer events here. Most of the events are free!
đź“…When: July 27 from 3-6 pm
đź“ŤWhere: Downtown Seattle – 4th Ave
đź’˛Cost: Free!
16. Go to BLASTFEST- an Afrobeats Music Festival
This unique music festival promises to “go to the moon!” Get all the details here.Â
đź“…When: July 27 starts at 2 pm
đź“ŤWhere: Seattle Center
đź’˛Cost: $95+
17. Enjoy free fun at Summer at SAM
Seattle Art Museum’s summer events at Olympic Sculpture Park are free and open to all ages. Expect food trucks, arts and craft workshops, live performances, and more. See the full schedule of events here.
đź“…When: Thursdays and Sundays, July 11 through August 11
đź“ŤWhere:Â Olympic Sculpture Park
đź’˛Cost:Â Free!
18. Enjoy an incredible concert covered in candlelight
Let the soft warm glow of candlelight accompany your concert experience. It’s like nothing you’ve ever experienced before. Here are some of our favorites in Seattle right now:
- Candlelight: A Tribute to Taylor Swift on July 25
19. Grab a Seattle Dog during National Hot Dog Month
It’s time to enjoy a Seattle Dog while basking in the beautiful summer sunshine. July is the month to eat hot dogs, and we all know it. Check out our top 6 favorite Seattle Dog restaurants around Seattle.
20. Go to an outdoor movie night
You can catch movies every week at Marymoor Park this summer. Read our guide to Movies at Marymoor for more information.
đź“…When:Â Tuesdays and Wednesdays in July and August
đź“ŤWhere: Marymoor Park
đź’˛Cost:$10+
21. Take a free fitness class in the park
No room for the gym in your budget? Head to downtown Freeway Park for free Zumba classes this summer. These free fitness classes are taught by the Washington Athletic Club. They start July 8th in Seneca Plaza on Mondays in July and August from 5:30-6:30pm.
đź“…When: Mondays, starting July 8
đź“ŤWhere: Freeway Park
đź’˛Cost: Free!
22. Browse the Fremont Sunday Market
You’ll find food trucks, music, handmade goods, and vintage treasures at this Sunday market. And while you’re there, take some time to explore the quirky neighborhood of Fremont.
đź“…When:Â Every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
đź“ŤWhere:Â Fremont (3401 Evanstone Ave N)
đź’˛Cost:Â Free!
23. See a free concert downtown
The Downtown Summer Sounds concert series kicks off on July 7 with a free concert in Westlake Park at 5:30 pm. Check out the full schedule and lineup here!
đź“…When: Starts on Friday, July 5
đź“ŤWhere: Westlake Park
đź’˛Cost: Free!
24. Plan all of your fun summery things to do this July
There are so many fun summer activities happening this July! We got a full list of so many cool events, activities, markets, and festivals happening this month! You don’t want to miss a thing. Read our entire list of 58 epic things to do this July in Seattle.
25. Take the whole family to a movie for only $1 each
Regal’s Summer Movie Express program offers family friendly movies all summer for only $1 per ticket.  You can enjoy so many great family movies returning to the big screen this summer. Each week on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 11 am, get Summer Movie Express tickets for just $1. Plus, all customers can purchase a special $5 Snack Pack, which includes a junior-sized drink, snack-sized popcorn, and fruit snacks with an optional $3 Dippin’ Dots add-on. Summer Movie Express runs June 11 through August 7 at all participating theatres. With over 15 local Seattle movie theaters participating, you’re sure to find a great spot to chill out with your whole family. Check for your closest cinema on Regal’s website here.Â
26. Get cheerful with one of these 30 soul-restoring things to do on a sunny Seattle day
If you really want to take advantage of clear skies and warm temperatures on those beautiful sunny days, then you need this guide. We rounded up all the best outdoor activities, waterfront restaurants, rooftop bars, and free things to do on a sunny day in Seattle. Read more here about the top 30 things to do on a sunny day in Seattle.
27. Catch a free summer concert at the Ballard Locks
A visit to the Ballard Locks is always a fun and interesting summer activity, but their free summer concerts make for an excellent date that won’t cost you a thing. See their July concert schedule here.
đź“…When:Â Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p.m.
đź“ŤWhere:Â Hiram M. Chittenden Locks – Ballard Locks
đź’˛Cost:Â Free!
28. Make the most of sunny summer days with this epic Seattle summer bucket list
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If you’re looking for ways to take advantage of the perfect Seattle summer weather with its long, sunny days and mild temperatures, we have an incredible list of ideas for you. Whether you want to get outside and enjoy the warmth or you prefer to escape from the sun’s rays inside museums and restaurants, Seattle has endless options for summer fun. The best part is that many of these Seattle summer activities are cheap or even free! Check out our whole list here.
29. Take a hike with Trailhead Direct
If you want to get out on the weekends and hike but don’t have a car (or don’t want to deal with parking at the trailheads) you can now hop on the Trailhead Direct service for a cheap and easy ride to some cool hiking spots! See more information on the Trailhead Direct website.
When: Weekends (now through September 15th)
Where: From Seattle to trailheads at Mount Si, Mount Teneriffe, and Little Si
Cost: $1.00-$2.75
30. Make the most of whale watching season
It’s finally whale watching season here in Seattle! Here’s everything you need to know to score a close-up look at orcas and whales as they pass by Seattle. We’ve got the full guide here.Â
31. Head to this peaceful paradise that’s only a 20 minute drive from Seattle
Seattle is lucky to have so many beautiful islands close by, and Vashon Island is one of our favorites. Whether you want to sip, shop, eat, or go on an outdoor adventure, Vashon has something for you. Check out our full guide here.Â
32. Head to a stunning waterfall hike near Seattle
Summer’s here, and it’s time to head outside. Hiking is already a great summer activity, but it’s even better when there’s a waterfall at the end to reward all of your efforts. We rounded up the top five waterfall hikes near Seattle that you should do at least once. Most of these hikes are within an hour’s drive from Seattle, and they are all beginner- and kid-friendly. Get all of the information you need right here.Â
33. Take your kids to one of these 43 fun summer activities in Seattle
Grab your kid (or favorite nephew or niece) and head out to one of these kid-friendly events happening all around Seattle. There are tons of indoor and outdoor activities, so there’s no need to worry about the weather. Plus, many of these events are budget-friendly or even free. Get all the info here.Â
34. Celebrate summer with outdoor brunch
Seattle has no shortage of excellent brunch spots with outdoor seating. Make the most of your June weekends by checking out our round-up of the best outdoor brunch in Seattle.
35. Cool down at one of Seattle’s public pools
Celebrate the start of summer by visiting one of Seattle’s outdoor pools. Colman and Mounger pools both open on June 22 and close at the beginning of September. Colman Pool is a heated saltwater pool in West Seattle with a stunning beach setting and a fun water slide. Mounger, in Magnolia, has a big pool with a 50-foot corkscrew slide and a smaller, warmer training pool. Get more information on seattle.gov.
đź“…When: starting June 22
đź“ŤWhere: Colman Pool (8603 Fauntleroy Way SW) and Mounger Pool (2535 32nd Ave W)
đź’˛Cost: $6.25 for one adult day pass
36. Shop at your local farmers market
Almost every Seattle neighborhood has its own farmers market where you can support your local farmers by buying fresh produce, flowers, and more. See our guide to Seattle’s farmers markets.
37. Go to Concerts Under the Stars
This summer, you can enjoy a free cocktail while listening to talented musicians perform live atop one of Seattle’s most stunning rooftops. How dreamy does that sound? Tickets are still available for two concerts this July:
38. Seattle Dance Parties
Grab your friends and head to one of these fun dance parties happening in Seattle this weekend (ages 21+):
- Gold Bar in Capitol Hill usually has their weekly “Don’t Think!” dance party every Thursday.
- Chop Suey in Capitol Hill has an indie dance party every Saturday night.
- Barboza in Capitol Hill has FREE dance nights every Friday and Saturday at 10:30 p.m. with $5 well drinks until midnight.
- Supernova has a dance party every Saturday night
39. Seattle’s Weekend Markets
Whether you want to browse vintage clothing, handmade crafts, or delicious food, you’ll want to check out these Seattle weekend markets!
- Fremont Sunday Market: every Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. in Fremont
- Ballard Farmers Market: every Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in Ballard
- Capitol Hill Farmers Market: every Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. in Capitol Hill
- University District Farmers Market: every Saturday from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on University Way NE
- West Seattle Farmers Market: every Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. in West Seattle
- Georgetown Trailer Park Mall: every Saturday and Sunday from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at 5805 Airport Way South
Edited by Sarah Nash.