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Celebrate Woodinville Concert. (Photo courtesy Sarah Kogler)

Family-friendly summer outdoor concerts around Seattle in 2025

Start planning your summer outdoor concert fun

All hail Seattle summer concerts in the park — one of the sweetest and simplest joys of the season.

From major shows like ZooTunes and Chateau Ste. Michelle’s concert series to the smaller, laid-back performances in local neighborhoods, there’s something for every family. The best part? Many local concerts are free, family-friendly, and easy to drop into after dinner or on a whim.

Spread out a blanket, say hi to familiar faces, and let the kids burn off energy dancing near the stage. Meanwhile, you can relax with a picnic or grab something tasty from a nearby food truck. It’s easy, low-stress summer fun — and it might become your new favorite summertime tradition.

May 2025

Seattle

Honk! Fest West | May 30 – June 1 | Georgetown, Columbia City and Pratt Park | The annual free, three-day, community-supported music festival is happening in three neighborhoods. Ā The music ranges from New Orleans second line brass bands, punk rock marching bands, European Klezmer, Balkan and Romani music, Samba, Maracatu, as well as the passion and spirit of Mardi Gras and Carnival.

Honk Fest west

Honk Fest West. (Photo courtesy Espresso Buzz Photography)

Summer Concerts at the Locks | May 31 – September 1 | Ballard Locks | Free | Every Saturday and Sunday from 2-4:30 p.m. with the exception of June 15 (10 a.m. Father’s Day) July 4 (Friday) and September 1 (Monday). Full lineup here, May shows below.

  • May 31: Boeing Employees Concert Band (Opening Day)

June 2025

Seattle

Summer Concerts at the Locks | May 31 – September 1 | Ballard Locks | Free concerts every Saturday and Sunday from 2-4:30 p.m. with the exception of June 15 (10 a.m. Father’s Day) July 4 (Friday) and September 1 (Monday). Full lineup here, June shows below.

  • June 1: Northwest Swing
  • June 7: Woodinville Community Band
  • June 8: Ballard Brass
  • June 14: Hyper Resonance Sax Ensemble
  • June 15: Mustangs Northwest Classic Car Show (10 a.m., Father’s Day)
  • June 15: Elliot Bay Pipe Band
  • June 21: Eastside Modern Jazz Orchestra
  • June 22: Around the Sound Community Band
  • June 28: Kirkland Civic Orchestra
  • June 29: 85th Street Big Band

The Concert Truck Seattle Chamber Music Society | June 20 – July 3 | Multiple locations | Free | Experience the magic and excitement of Seattle Chamber Music Society concerts put on wheels. SCMS musicians will join Concert Truck artists to play a series of concerts throughout the region, free and open to the public in neighborhoods, parks, and markets near you! Check their 2025 dates and locations here.

The Concert Truck! (Photo courtesy: Jenna Poppe).

The Concert Truck! (Photo courtesy Jenna Poppe)

July 2025

Seattle

Spotlight on the Waterfront | July 3-17 & July 31-Sept 25 | Pier 62/Salish Steps | Every Thursday from 6-8 p.m., (except July 24), free live performances set on the city’s scenic locations, Pier 62. Full line up here, July shows below.

  • July 3: Tlalokan (Salish Steps)
  • July 10: Black and Loud Fest (Pier 62)
  • July 17: The Residency (Salish Steps)
  • July 31: The Griot Party Experience (Pier 62)

Summer Concerts at the Locks | May 31 – September 1 | Ballard Locks | Free concerts every Saturday and Sunday from 2-4:30 p.m. with the exception of June 15 (10 a.m. Father’s Day) July 4 (Friday) and September 1 (Monday). Full line up here, July shows below.

  • July 4 (Friday): Seattle Civic Band
  • July 5: Cascadia Big Band
  • July 6: Centerpiece Jazz Band
  • July 12: Tutti Flutti Flute Ensemble
  • July 13: West Seattle Big Band
  • July 19: Greenwood Concert Band
  • July 20: STRUM
  • July 26: Coal Creek Jazz Band
  • July 27: Poker Club Brass Ensemble & Guests

Summer Series at the Volunteer Park | July 10 – August 14 | Tickets here | Every Thursday evenings from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for free concerts. Food trucks will be on site. Full line up here, July shows below.

  • July 10: The Paperboys, Stacy Jones Band
  • July 17: Sara Gazarek, Jovino Santos Neto,
  • July 24: Nite Wave, The ABBAgraphs,
  • July 31: LeRoy Bell and His Only Friends, Dance Church

Summer at SAM: Concert Night | July 10-August 7 | Free | Olympic Sculpture Park | Thursday evenings from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. for free concerts for all ages. Each event will have music, art activities, and food trucks. See website for more details. July line up below.

  • Thursday, July 10: Black Ends & Zookraught
  • Thursday, July 17: Midnight High & Babes in Canyon
  • Thursday, July 24: Instant Crush & Linda from Work
  • Thursday, July 31: All Star Opera & AJ Suede
  • Thursday, August 7: Passenger String Quartet

Downtown Summer Sounds from previous year.

Downtown Summer Sounds from previous year. (Photo courtesy: Downtown Seattle Association).

Downtown Summer Sounds | July 11 – August 28 | Join this free concert series in the Seattle area with multiple locations. Times and dates coming soon for 2025.

 

 

U Village Concert Series | July 16 – August 20 | Village Green at U Village | Free | Every Wednesday evening starting at 6-8:30 p.m., music begins at 7 p.m. Full line up here, July shows below.

  • July 16: Wild Rumors – new!
  • July 23: Paperback Writer
  • July 30: Nite Wave

East of Seattle

Music in the Mountains | July 5 – August 23 | Summit West, Snoqualmie Mountain | Every Saturday from 3:30-5:30 p.m., join Snoqualmie Summit and enjoy free live music. Full lineup here.

Music in the Mountain Summit Snoqualmie

Live concerts in the Mountain. (Photo courtesy The Summit at Snoqualmie)

Kirkland Summer Kids Concerts | July 15-22 & August 12-19 | Juanita Park | Free | Join on select Tuesdays from 10-11 a.m. and sing-a-long or dance-along to family friendly music. Full line up here, July shows below.

  • July 15: The Brian Waite Band
  • July 22: Cowboy Buck

Lunch Concert Series | July 9 – September 5 | Multiple locations in Bellevue | Free | Happen on select Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at 12 to 1 p.m. and multiple locations in Bellevue. Food trucks will be on site. Full line up here, July shows below coming soon.

  • July 9: Birch Periera & the Gin Joints @Skyline Tower
  • July 10: D’Vonne Lewis 3 @Bellevue Connection Compass Plaza
  • July 11: Adrian Xacier @Bellevue Square Fountain Court
  • July 16: Ian Ayers & Jesse T @Symetra Center
  • July 17: The New Triumph @Bellevue Connection Compass Plaza
  • July 18: Aaron Crawford @Bellevue Square Fountain Court
  • July 23: New Age Flamenco @The Eight
  • July 24: Fern Spores @Bellevue Connection Compass Plaza
  • July 30: Brittany Collins @Symetra Center
  • July 31: Alma Vilegas Latin Jazz @Bellevue Connection Compass Plaza

Celebrate Woodinville Summer Concerts | July 9-30 | Wilmot Gateway Park | Free | Every Wednesday night from 6:30-8 p.m. free concerts, local vendors, food trucks and a beer/wine garden onsite. July shows below.

  • July 9: The Abbagraphs
  • July 16: Cherry, Cherry
  • July 23: Emily Mcintosh
  • July 30: Brian James

(Photo courtesy: Celebrate Woodinville/Carol Hook/Sarah Kogler).

(Photo courtesy Celebrate Woodinville/Carol Hook/Sarah Kogler)

Rock the Village Series Kirkland | July 9 – August 27 | Village in Totem Lake | Free | Every Wednesday from 7-8:30 p.m., on the green near Cinemark. Stay tuned for the full lineup here.

  • July 9: Nite Wave (80’s)
  • July 16: Sway (Pop)
  • July 23: Good Day Sunshine (Beatles Cover)
  • July 30: The Jewel Tones (Motown)

Pine Lake Outdoor Concerts | July 10 – August 14 | Pine Lake Park, Sammamish | Free| Every Thursday evening from 6:30-8 p.m. Local food truck vendors onsite. Full lineup here, July shows below.

  • July 10: Three Trick Pony
  • July 17: Stephanie Anne Johnson
  • July 24: Creedance Tribute Band
  • July 31: Friends of the Ghost

Kirkland Evening Concerts | July 10-31 & August 7-28 | Marina Park, Kirkland | Free | Every Thursday from 7-8:30 p.m. Full lineup here, July shows below.

  • July 10: Laurel Canyon
  • July 17: Herding Cats
  • July 24: Eden
  • July 31: Christie Huff

City of Mercer Island | July 17 – August 21 | Mercerdale Park | Free | Every Thursday evening from 6:30-8:30 p.m., enjoy concerts for the whole family. Food trucks will be on site each week as well as hands on arts and crafts for kids. Full lineup here. July shows below.

  • July 17 – Paperback Writer – Beatles Tribute
  • July 24 – MIMX – Mercer Island Cover Band
  • July 31 – Gimme Shelter – Rolling Stones Tribute

Lake Boren Concert in the Park | July 23 – August 13 | Lake Boren Park | Free | Every Wednesday from 6-8:30 p.m. Full line up here, July shows below.

  • July 23: Between 2 Gregs
  • July 30: Diamond Star Halo

Rockin’ on the River | July 30, Aug 13 & 20 | Redmond City Hall | Free | On select Wednesday evenings starting at 5:30 p.m., Full line up here, July shows below.

  • July 30: Stonesy

South of Seattle

Concerts at the Arboretum | July 8 – September 2 | Lake Wilderness Arboretum, Maple Valley | Free | Every Tuesday from 6-7 p.m., featuring local musicians, singers, songwriters, and spoken words.

Kent Picnic Performances | July 9 – August 6 | West Fenwick Park, Kent | Free | Every Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. featuring kid friendly performances, as well as water games, carnival-style activities, sno cones, and sports. Full lineup here, July shows below.

  • July 9: Alex Zerbe’s Zaniac Comedy Show
  • July 16: Red Yarn
  • July 23: Aaron Nigel Smith
  • July 30: DJ Willy Wow

Kent Summer Sounds | July 9 – August 20 | Kent Station | Free | Every Wednesday evening from 6-8 p.m. Full lineup here, July shows below.

  • July 9: Darren Motamedy
  • July 16: Nite Wave – 80’s Nite
  • July 23: Jewel Tones
  • July 30: Santa Poco

Kent Music in the Meadow | July 10 – August 14 | Morill Meadows Park | Free | Every Thursday evening from 6:30-8 p.m., featuring refreshments each night by the Cafe Delaloba & KONA Ice of Maple Valley.

  • July 10: Heart By Heart featuring Steve Fossen & Michael Derosier of Heart
  • July 17: Eden
  • July 24: Prom Date Mixtape
  • July 31: Kalimba – The Spirit of Earth, Wind & Fire

SummerStage

Kids Summerstage. (Photo courtesy Auburn Parks and Recreation)

Auburn Kids Summerstage | July 9 – August 13 | Les Gove Park | Free | Every Wednesday afternoon from 12-1 p.m., in the shelter beside Discovery Playground. Hot day? Head to Rotary Spray Park before or after the show. If there is rain, concerts will be moved indoors. Full lineup here, July shows below.

  • July 9: Reptile Isle
  • July 16: Recess Monkey
  • July 23: Charlie Williams The Noiseguy
  • July 30: The Magic of Jeff Evans

Auburn Summer Sounds | July 9 – August 13 | Les Gove Park | Free | Every Wednesday evening from 6:30-8 p.m. family friendly concert series. Full lineup here, July shows below.

  • July 9: Army Reserve Rock Band. Playing great rock-n-roll music and more
  • July 16: Michael Powers – Contemporary Jazz guitar
  • July 23: The Flea Circus
  • July 30: Never Haz Been – Classic Rock

Bonney Lake Kids Club | July 14 – August 18 | Allan York Park | Free | Every Monday evening from 6:30-7:30 p.m. They will have music, entertainment and reptiles. Check the website for updates on events before attending! See 2025 lineup here.

Des Moines Arts Commission| July 16 – August 20 | Des Moines Beach Park | Free | Every Wednesday evening from 7 – 8:30 p.m., enjoy concerts at the waterfront beach park. Food trucks will be onsite. Coming soon; 2025 lineup here.

Tukwila Concert Series| July 20, Aug. 3, 17, 31, Sept. 7 | Tukwila Community Center | Free | Family friendly concerts on select Sundays from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., held on the same day as the Tukwila Farmers Market. See the 2025 lineup here.

North of Seattle

Hazel Miller Plaza Concerts | July 8 – August 21 | Edmonds Hazel Miller Plaza | Free | Every Tuesday & Thursday from 4:30-6 p.m., for free summer concerts featuring a variety of musical stylings from Puget Sound area groups and ensembles. Full lineup here, July shows below

  • July 8: Adrian Xavier (Reggae, Ska, Jazz)
  • July 10: Outside the Lines (Rock/Country/Pop Cover Mash-ups)
  • July 15: Michele D’Amour & the Love Dealers (R&B/Funk)
  • July 17: Chimacum Creek (NW Rock/Folk/Soul)
  • July 22: DK Duo (Country/Blues/Funk)
  • July 24: Dan Duval Good Vibes Trio (Jazz Vibraphone)
  • July 29: Sunbeam Tiger (Power Pop/Soul)
  • July 31: TBA

Mill Creek Town Center | July 9-September 24 | The Forum, Mill Creek | Free | Every Wednesday evening from 6-8 p.m., showcasing a line-up of jazz, R&B, rock and more. Full line up here, July shows below.

  • July 9: The Infinity Project Journey Tribute
  • July 16: Cloud Cover Alternative Rock Hits
  • July 23: Paperback Writer Beatles Tribute
  • July 30: Groove Nation Top 40s

Music in the Marina

Music in the Marina (Photo courtesy Port of Everett)

Music at the Marina | July 10 – August 28 | Port Gardner Landing, Everett | Free | Every Thursday evening from 5-9 p.m. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs, and enjoy the food trucks while you listen to the music. Music starts at 6:30 p.m. Full lineup here, July shows below.

  • July 10: Nite Wave – 80s New Wave Tribute
  • July 17: Santa Poco – Twang & Country
  • July 24: The Little Lies – A Tribute to Fleetwood Mac
  • July 31: Moxie – Feel Good Funk/R&B

Kenmore Summer Concerts | July 10, 24 & Aug 7, 21 | Saint Edwards State Park | Free | On select Thursdays from 6-8 p.m., enjoy a night of live music, delicious food, and fun activities. This event is free (offers a free shuttle service), or if you plan to park, you must have a Discover Pass. Full 2025 concert lineup here. July shows below.

  • July 10: TBA
  • July 24: TBA

The Edmonds Arts Commission | July 20 – August 24 | Edmonds City Park | Free | Every Sunday afternoon from 3-4 p.m. The concert on August 24 will be at Hickman Park. In case of rain, Sunday Concerts are canceled at 2:30 p.m. Full line up here, July shows below.

  • July 20: Golden Bough (Celtic)
  • July 27: Todo Es (Latin Jazz)

August 2025

Seattle

Summer Concerts at the Locks | May 31 – September 1 | Ballard Locks | Free concerts every Saturday and Sunday from 2-4:30 p.m. with the exception of June 15 (10 a.m. Father’s Day) July 4 (Friday) and September 1 (Monday). Full lineup here, August shows below.

  • August 2: Pacific Cascade Big Band
  • August 3: Jazz Orchestra
  • August 9: Batucada
  • August 10: Ballard Sedentary Sousa Band
  • August 16: Pacifica Big Band
  • August 17: American a Sax Quartet
  • August 23: StageOne
  • August 24: Lynnwood Community Band
  • August 30: Washington State Letter Carriers
  • August 31: Music a Molida

U Village Concert Series. (Photo courtesy: University Village).

U Village Concert Series. (Photo courtesy: University Village).

U Village Concert Series | July 16 – August 20 | Village Green at U Village | Free | Every Wednesday evening starting at 6-8:30 p.m., music begins at 7 p.m. Full lineup here, July shows below.

  • Aug 6: Kalimba
  • Aug 13: Hit Explosion
  • Aug 20: The Paperboys

Spotlight on the Waterfront | July 3-17 & July 31-Sept 25 | Pier 62/Salish Steps | Every Thursday from 6-8 p.m., (except July 24), free live performances set on the city’s scenic locations, Pier 62. Full line up here, August shows below.

  • August 7: Halau Hula Pulamahiaikalikolehua (Pier 62)
  • August 14: Northwest Folklife (Salish Steps)
  • August 21: ARTS at King Street Station (Pier 62)
  • August 28: Mak Fai Dragon and Lion Dance (Salish Steps)

Summer Series at the Volunteer Park | July 10 – August 14 | Tickets here | Every Thursday evenings from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. for free concerts. Food trucks will be on site. Full lineup here, August shows below.

  • August 7: Quincy Jones Tribute Show with Seattle Repertory Jazz Orchestra and Special Guest Danny Quintero
  • August 14: Kalimba, Day Soul Exquisite

Photo courtesy: Volunteer Park Trust

(Photo courtesy Volunteer Park Trust)

Music in the Park| August 7-28 | Madison Park, Seattle | Free | Every Thursday from 6:30-8 p.m. Bring your picnic blanket, your delicious food, and your dancing shoes to the Madison Park playground. Coming soonĀ 2025 line up here.

East of Seattle

Lunch Concert Series | July 9 – September 5 | Multiple locations in Bellevue | Free | Happen on select Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at 12 to 1 p.m. and multiple locations in Bellevue. Food trucks will be on site. Full line up here, August shows below.

  • August 1: Savanna Woods @Bellevue Square Fountain Court
  • August 7: Sonando @Bellevue Connection Compass Plaza
  • August 8: The Side Project @Bellevue Square Fountain Court
  • August 14: Sam Russell & The Harborrats @Bellevue Connection Compass Plaza
  • August 15: Kim Archer & Rene LeMesnager @Bellevue Square Fountain Court
  • August 21: Warren Dunes @Bellevue Connection Compass Plaza
  • August 22: Miller Campbell @Bellevue Square Fountain Court
  • August 28: Bryan John Appleby @Bellevue Connection Compass Plaza
  • August 29: Andre Feriante @Bellevue Library/KCLS

Bellevue Lunch Series (Formerly Bellevue Bites/beats)

Bellevue Lunch Concert Series (Photo courtesy: Bellevue Downtown Association).

Music in the Mountains | July 5 – August 23 | Summit West, Snoqualmie Mountain | Every Saturday from 3:30-5:30 p.m., join Snoqualmie Summit and enjoy free live music. Coming soon: full 2025 lineup here.

Kirkland Summer Kids Concerts | July 8-22 & August 12-19 | Juanita Park | Free | Join on select Tuesdays from 10-11 a.m. and sing-a-long or dance-along to family friendly music. Full lineup here, August shows below.

  • August 12: Harmonica Pocket
  • August 19: Ian Dobson

Concerts in the park Lake boren Park

Concert in the Park (Photo courtesy Newcastle.gov)

Lake Boren Concert in the Park | July 23 – August 13 | 6 to 8:30 p.m. | Wednesdays | Lake Boren Park | Free | Every Wednesday from 6-8:30 p.m. Full lineup here, August shows below.

  • August 6: The Pioneer Squares
  • August 13: Two Story Zori

Rock the Village Series Kirkland | July 9 – August 27 | Village in Totem Lake | Free | Every Wednesday from 7-8:30 p.m., on the green near Cinemark. Stay tuned for the full lineup here.

  • August 6: The Talbott Brothers (Pop/Country)
  • August 13: Chapter 5 (Funk/Pop/R&B)
  • August 20: Victims of Love (Eagles Cover)
  • August 27: Soul Sacrifice (Santana Cover)

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The Jewel Tones at Rock the Village. (Photo courtesy: Village at Totem Lake).

Pine Lake Outdoor Concerts | July 10 – August 14 | Pine Lake Park, Sammamish | Free| Every Thursday evening from 6:30-8 p.m. Local food truck vendors onsite. Full lineup here, August shows below.

  • August 7: Two Story Zori
  • August 14: Eden

Kirkland Evening Concerts | July 10-31 & August 7-28 | Marina Park, Kirkland | Free | Every Thursday evening from 7-8:30 p.m. Full lineup here, August shows below.

  • August 7: Good Day Sunshine
  • August 14: The Hipsters
  • August 21: Joel Gibson Jr
  • August 28: One Hit Wonders

City of Mercer Island | July 17-August 21 | Mercerdale Park | Free | Every Thursday evening from 6:30-8:30 p.m., enjoy concerts for the whole family. Food trucks will be on site each week as well as hands on arts and crafts for kids. Full lineup here. August shows below.

  • August 7: Brickhouse – 70s Disco Funk
  • August 14: The Pioneer Squares – Classic Rock Variety
  • August 21: Prom Date Mixtape – 80s New Wave

Rockin’ on the River | July 30, Aug 13 & 20 | Redmond City Hall | Free | On select Wednesday evenings starting at 5:30 p.m., Full lineup here, August shows below.

  • August 13: Madman Across the Water
  • August 20: The Jewel Tones

South of Seattle

Kent Picnic Performances | July 9-August 6 | West Fenwick Park, Kent | Free | Every Wednesday from 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. featuring kid friendly performances, as well as water games, carnival-style activities, sno cones, and sports. Full lineup here, August show below.

  • August 6: Uncle Jumbo

Kent Summer Sounds | July 9-August 20 | Kent Station | Free | Every Wednesday evening from 6-8 p.m. Full lineup here, August shows below.

  • August 6: Oncore featuring the Platinum Horns
  • August 13: The Cory Wilds Band
  • August 20: School of Rock Kent

Kent Music in the Meadow | July 10 – August 14 | Morill Meadows Park | Free | Every Thursday evening from 6:30-8 p.m., featuring refreshments each night by the Cafe Delaloba & KONA Ice of Maple Valley. August shows below.

  • August 7: Eldridge Gravy and the Court Supreme
  • August 14: Ryanhood

Summer Stage Kids Concert. (Photo courtesy: Auburn Parks & Recreation).

Summer Stage Kids Concert. (Photo courtesy Auburn Parks & Recreation)

Auburn Kids Summerstage | July 9 – August 13 | Les Gove Park | Free | Every Wednesday afternoon from 12-1 p.m., in the shelter beside Discovery Playground. Hot day? Head to Rotary Spray Park before or after the show. Full lineup here, August shows below.

  • August 6: Eric Ode
  • August 13: Louie Foxx’s One-Man Side Show

Auburn Summer Sounds | July 9 – August 13 | Les Gove Park | Free | Every Wednesday evening from 6:30-8 p.m. family friendly concert series. Full lineup here, August shows below.

  • August 6: Seastar – Contemporary Celtic folk music
  • August 13: Cosmic Vinyl – hits from the 60’s to the 80’s

Bonney Lake Kids Club | July 14 – August 18 | Allan York Park | Free | Every Monday evening from 6:30-7:30 p.m. They will have music, entertainment and reptiles. Check the website for updates on events before attending! See 2025 lineup here.

Des Moines Arts Commission| July 16 – August 20 | Des Moines Beach Park | Free | Every Wednesday evening from 7 – 8:30 p.m., enjoy concerts at the waterfront beach park. Food trucks will be onsite. Coming soon; 2025 lineup here.

Tukwila Concert Series | Aug. 3, 17, 31, Sept. 7 | Tukwila Community Center | Free | Family friendly concerts on select Sundays from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., held on the same day as the Tukwila Farmers Market. See the 2025 lineup here.

North of Seattle

Hazel Miller Plaza Concerts | July 8 – August 21 | Edmonds Hazel Miller Plaza | Free | Every Tuesday & Thursday from 4:30-6 p.m., for free summer concerts featuring a variety of musical stylings from Puget Sound area groups and ensembles. Full lineup here, August shows below.

  • August 5: Puget Sound Company (A Capella)
  • August 7: Jazz Therapy (Latin Jazz)
  • August 12: Emerald Blue (Jazz/Funk)
  • August 14: Scott Lindenmuth Jazz Trio
  • August 19: Cosmo’s Dream (Americana)
  • August 21: Bobby Medina Mariachi Mexico Trio

Mill Creek Town Center | July 9-September 24 | The Forum, Mill Creek | Free | Every Wednesday evening from 6-8 p.m., showcasing a line-up of jazz, R&B, rock and more. Full lineup here, August shows below.

  • August 6: Hair Nation 80s Hair Rock
  • August 13: Cherry Cherry Neil Diamond Tribute
  • August 20: Sly Mr. Y Classic Hits
  • August 27: Madman Across the Water Music of Elton John

Live concert by the Marina. (Photo courtesy: Katetakesphotos). Music in the Marina/at the marina

Live music at the Marina in Everett. (Photo courtesy: Katetakesphotos)

Music at the Marina | July 10-August 28 | Port Gardner Landing, Everett | Free | Every Thursday evening from 5-9 p.m. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs, and enjoy the food trucks while you listen to the music. Music starts at 6:30 p.m. Full lineup here, July shows below.

  • August 7: Steel Beans & Small Paul – PNW Rock and Roll
  • August 14: Victims of Love -A Tribute to The Eagles
  • August 21: Queen Mother – A Tribute to the Music of Queen
  • August 28: Leroy Bell & His Only Friends – An evening of Pop & Soul

Kenmore Summer Concerts | July 10, 24 & Aug 7, 21 | Saint Edwards State Park | Free | On select Thursdays from 6-8 p.m., enjoy a night of live music, delicious food, and fun activities. This event is free (offers a free shuttle service), or if you plan to park, you must have a Discover Pass. Full 2025 concert lineup here. August shows below.

  • August 7: TBA
  • August 21: TBA

The Edmonds Arts Commission | July 20 – August 24 | Edmonds City Park | Free | Every Sunday afternoon from 3-4 p.m. The concert on August 24 will be at Hickman Park. In case of rain, Sunday Concerts are canceled at 2:30 p.m. Full lineup here, July shows below.

  • Aug 3: General Mojo’s (Psych Rock)
  • Aug 10: Eli Rosenblatt Band (Salsa/Hip-Hop/Reggae/World Beat)
  • Aug 17: Edmonds-Woodway High School Wind Symphony
  • Aug 24 | Brass Band Northwest (Big Band) @ Hickman Park**

September 2025

Seattle

Summer Concerts at the Locks | May 31 – September 1 | Ballard Locks | Free | Every Saturday and Sunday from 2-4:30 p.m. with the exception of June 15 (10 a.m. Father’s Day) July 4 (Friday) and September 1 (Monday). Full lineup here, September show below.

  • September 1: Moondance, Van Morrison Band (Labor Day)

Portraits in Motion at Spotlight Event 14-Photo by Jo Cosme courtesy Friends of Waterfront Park

Spotlight on the Waterfront. (Photo courtesy Jo Cosme/Friends of Waterfront Park)

Spotlight on the Waterfront | July 3-17 & July 31-Sept 25 | Pier 62/Salish Steps | Every Thursday from 6-8 p.m., (except July 24), free live performances set on the city’s scenic waterfront location, with a mix of music, dance and art performances. Full lineup here, September shows below.

  • September 4: Artists of Color Expo and Symposium (Pier 62)
  • September 11: Seattle Escribe (Salish Steps)
  • September 18: Daybreak Star Radio (Pier 62)
  • September 25: Sounds of Survivance (Salish Steps)

East of Seattle

Lunch Concert Series | July 9 – September 5 | Multiple locations in Bellevue | Free | Happen on select Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays at 12 to 1 p.m. and multiple locations in Bellevue. Food trucks will be on site. Full line up here, September shows below.

  • September 4: Massy Ferguson @Bellevue Connection Compass Plaza
  • September 5: Chris Eger @Summit

South of Seattle

Tukwila Concert Series| July 20, Aug. 3, 17, 31, Sept. 7 | Tukwila Community Center | Free | Family friendly concerts on select Sundays from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m., held on the same day as the Tukwila Farmers Market. See the 2025 lineup here.

  • September 7: TBA

North of Seattle

Mill Creek Town Center | July 9-September 24 | The Forum, Mill Creek | Free | Every Wednesday evening from 6-8 p.m., showcasing a line-up of jazz, R&B, rock and more. Full lineup here, August shows below.

  • September 3: Good Times Roll The Cars Tribute
  • September 10: The Davanos Classic Rock
  • September 17: Point of Sail Yacht Rock
  • September 24: Spike and The Impalers Classic Rock

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