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Seattle · Jul 31–Aug 2

105 rain-friendly ideas in Seattle next weekend: Jul 31–Aug 2

A forward look at Seattle for Jul 31–Aug 2: events and places that are useful to plan around early.

Updated Saturday, July 25 · event dates verified when shown

Taylor Fest
Verified event 9:00 PM Friday, July 31

Taylor Fest

Verified eventHas a verified timeLive music Chop Suey From $25.49
Neptune Theatre
Local pick Saturday, August 1 8:00 PM: Thee Sinseers & The Altons

Neptune Theatre

A historic 1,000-capacity performing arts venue in Seattle's University District, the Neptune Theatre has served as a c…

Saturday, August 1 8:00 PM: Thee Sinseers & The Altons
Local pickTheaters and musicSaturday, August 1 8:00 PM: Thee Sinseers & The Altons University District
Woodland Park Zoo
Local pick Sunday, August 2 4:30 PM: ZooTunes: Ani DiFranco with Valer…

Woodland Park Zoo

An award-winning 92-acre oasis in Seattle, Woodland Park Zoo is famed for its pioneering naturalistic exhibits and a di…

Sunday, August 2 4:30 PM: ZooTunes: Ani DiFranco with Valer…
Local pickMuseumsSunday, August 2 4:30 PM: ZooTunes: Ani DiFranco with Valer… Fremont
Old 97's, River Shook
Verified event 6:00 PM Friday, July 31

Old 97's, River Shook

Verified eventHas a verified timeLive music The Crocodile From $51.93
RAIL - MTV Basement Tape Winner
Verified event 8:30 PM Friday, July 31

RAIL - MTV Basement Tape Winner

Verified eventHas a verified timeLive music Suquamish Clearwater Beach Rock Music & Sports Lounge
J. Rinehart Gallery
Local pick Saturday, August 1: Ariana Heinzman | Exhibition Preview

J. Rinehart Gallery

A refined contemporary art gallery in the heart of the Seattle Arts District, specializing in high-quality, process-ori…

Saturday, August 1: Ariana Heinzman | Exhibition Preview
Local pickMuseumsSaturday, August 1: Ariana Heinzman | Exhibition Preview Downtown Seattle
Fremont Abbey Arts Center
Local pick Friday, July 31 8:00 PM: Hannah Frances

Fremont Abbey Arts Center

A stunning 1914 brick church transformed into a nonprofit community hub, the Fremont Abbey Arts Center hosts intimate c…

Friday, July 31 8:00 PM: Hannah Frances
Local pickTheaters and musicFriday, July 31 8:00 PM: Hannah Frances Fremont
Hannah Frances
Verified event 8:00 PM Friday, July 31

Hannah Frances

Verified eventHas a verified timeLive music The Fremont Abbey From $29.74
MONIC
Verified event 10:00 PM Friday, July 31

MONIC

Verified eventHas a verified timeLive music Baba Yaga From $23.1
Theatre Puget Sound
Local pick

Theatre Puget Sound

A dedicated leadership and service organization founded to advocate for Seattle's theatre community, providing essentia…

Local pickTheaters and music Fremont
Marion Oliver McCaw Hall
Local pick

Marion Oliver McCaw Hall

A premier performing arts venue at Seattle Center, home to the Seattle Opera and Pacific Northwest Ballet, featuring a…

Local pickTheaters and music Seattle Center
Bad Nerves
Verified event 8:00 PM Saturday, August 1

Bad Nerves

Verified eventHas a verified timeLive music The Showbox
5th Avenue Theatre
Local pick

5th Avenue Theatre

A landmark 1926 theatre in the Skinner Building, serving as Seattle's premier home for world-class musical theatre and…

Local pickTheaters and music Downtown Seattle
Duwamish Longhouse & Cultural Center
Local pick

Duwamish Longhouse & Cultural Center

A modern cedar longhouse and museum serving as the ancestral home and cultural hub of the Duwamish people, the host tri…

Local pickMuseums Georgetown
Grand Illusion Cinema
Local pick

Grand Illusion Cinema

Seattle's longest continually running independent cinema, founded in 1970 as The Movie House, is a volunteer-operated n…

Local pickTheaters and music University District
DANCE THE DECADES
Verified event 9:00 PM Saturday, August 1

DANCE THE DECADES

Verified eventHas a verified timeLive music Chop Suey Free
Cover Boy - Loverboy Tribute
Verified event 8:30 PM Saturday, August 1

Cover Boy - Loverboy Tribute

Verified eventHas a verified timeLive music Suquamish Clearwater Beach Rock Music & Sports Lounge
Pacific Science Center
Local pick

Pacific Science Center

A premier nonprofit science education organization in Seattle, featuring interactive exhibits, a tropical butterfly hou…

Local pickMuseums Seattle Center
Herkimer Coffee
Local pick

Herkimer Coffee

High-quality roasts and a polished, no-fuss café experience that coffee travelers seek out.

Local pickFood and drink Pike Place Market
Ed Sheeran: LOOP Tour
Verified event 5:30 PM Saturday, August 1

Ed Sheeran: LOOP Tour

Verified eventHas a verified timeLive music Lumen Field
Megan Moroney
Verified event 7:00 PM Sunday, August 2

Megan Moroney

Verified eventHas a verified timeLive music Climate Pledge Arena
Tractor Tavern
Local pick

Tractor Tavern

Ballard’s beloved Americana hub where country, bluegrass, and folk shine in a cozy, acoustically perfect room.

Local pickTheaters and music Ballard
Ghost Note Coffee
Local pick

Ghost Note Coffee

Creative espresso drinks and a cozy neighborhood-café vibe that travelers keep chasing back to.

Local pickFood and drink Pioneer Square
La Cabaña
Local pick

La Cabaña

Big-flavor Latin plates in Greenwood that regulars rave about and tourists rarely find.

Local pickFood and drink Ballard
Frye Art Museum
Local pick

Frye Art Museum

Free, low-key, and opinionated—Frye is where locals go for thoughtful shows without the museum zoo.

Local pickMuseums Downtown Seattle
Westward
Local pick

Westward

Waterfront seafood with a hidden-away vibe that feels far more local than touristy.

Local pickFood and drink Fremont
Anchorhead Coffee
Local pick

Anchorhead Coffee

Downtown espresso bar with polished drinks and far fewer tourists than Pike Place.

Local pickFood and drink Downtown Seattle
Wood Shop BBQ
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Wood Shop BBQ

Smoked brisket and burnt ends with tangy BBQ sauce—Chicago-style BBQ in a Seattle backyard setup.

Local pickFood and drink Chinatown-International District
Pike Place Market Heritage Center
Local pick

Pike Place Market Heritage Center

Seattle’s most famous market, packed with food stalls, classic views, and nonstop people-watching.

Local pickMuseums Pike Place Market
Caffé Appassionato
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Caffé Appassionato

A quiet, cozy west-side stop that feels like a true neighborhood regulars' café.

Local pickFood and drink Ballard
Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP)
Local pick

Museum of Pop Culture (MoPOP)

Seattle’s pop-culture cathedral: guitars, sci-fi, horror, and immersive music history in one bold building.

Local pickMuseums Seattle Center
Chihuly Garden and Glass
Local pick

Chihuly Garden and Glass

An immersive glass wonderland that many tourists still treat as optional, despite its knockout displays.

Local pickMuseums Seattle Center
Canon
Local pick

Canon

Capitol Hill’s bourbon heaven with the world’s largest collection and innovative, unusual cocktails.

Local pickBars and nightlife Capitol Hill
The Crocodile
Local pick

The Crocodile

Legendary Seattle room with real music-scene cred and a lineup that still punches above its size.

Local pickTheaters and music Downtown Seattle
Jacob Lawrence Gallery
Local pick

Jacob Lawrence Gallery

A free, contemporary art exhibition space at the University of Washington, serving as an intellectual hub for students,…

Local pickMuseums University District
SIFF Film Center
Local pick

SIFF Film Center

A boutique, 90-seat jewelbox cinema located on the Seattle Center campus, specializing in arthouse hits, repertory runs…

Local pickMuseums Seattle Center
Floyd and Delores Jones Playhouse
Local pick

Floyd and Delores Jones Playhouse

A historic University District theater, once the nation's first state-sponsored theater, now serving as an intimate 210…

Local pickTheaters and music University District
Seattle Public Theater
Local pick

Seattle Public Theater

A community-focused producing theater company on the north shore of Green Lake, dedicated to work that sparks conversat…

Local pickTheaters and music Wallingford
SOIL Gallery
Local pick

SOIL Gallery

An experimental, artist-run nonprofit gallery in Pioneer Square, dedicated to showcasing innovative art and emerging ar…

Local pickMuseums Downtown Seattle
Seattle Aquarium
Local pick

Seattle Aquarium

Touch tanks, otters, and giant-window viewing make the waterfront feel magical for kids.

Local pickMuseums Pike Place Market
Volunteer Park
Local pick

Volunteer Park

Capitol Hill’s green crown: conservatory, water tower views, and shady classic-park walks.

Local pickParks and outdoors Capitol Hill
Espresso Vivace
Local pick

Espresso Vivace

Capitol Hill institution known for meticulous espresso and a true local-café buzz.

Local pickFood and drink Capitol Hill
The Pink Door
Local pick

The Pink Door

Italian dinner, live entertainment, and a hidden Post Alley entrance make it feel like a full date night.

Local pickFood and drink Pike Place Market
Canlis
Local pick

Canlis

A storied fine-dining room with skyline drama and impeccable service for a once-in-a-while night.

Local pickFood and drink Downtown Seattle
Shiro's Sushi
Local pick

Shiro's Sushi

Top-tier sushi omakase that serious food travelers plan a Seattle stop around.

Local pickFood and drink Pike Place Market
The Showbox
Local pick

The Showbox

Historic ballroom energy a block from Pike Place, with big acts and a true Seattle-city feel.

Local pickTheaters and music Downtown Seattle
The Seattle Mural
Local pick

The Seattle Mural

Bundle Seattle’s biggest hits in one walkable campus with the Needle, arts, and museums.

Local pickPublic art Seattle Center
Georgetown Steam Plant
Local pick

Georgetown Steam Plant

A monumental reinforced concrete power plant from 1906, this National Historic Landmark serves as a testament to Seattl…

Local pickMuseums Georgetown
Nippon Kan Theatre
Local pick

Nippon Kan Theatre

A historic cornerstone of Seattle's Japanese community, this 1909 theater has evolved from a cultural hub into a restor…

Local pickTheaters and music Pioneer Square
Fremont Foundry
Local pick

Fremont Foundry

A former 1981 artist commune and metal foundry, this industrial-style event venue is the birthplace of Seattle's iconic…

Local pickFood and drink Fremont
Jacobsen Observatory
Local pick

Jacobsen Observatory

A historic 1895 observatory on the University of Washington campus, featuring a vintage 6-inch Brashear refracting tele…

Local pickMuseums University District
Beecher's Handmade Cheese
Local pick

Beecher's Handmade Cheese

Watch cheese get made, then grab the mac that made Pike Place famous.

Local pickFood and drink Downtown Seattle
Center for Wooden Boats (CWB)
Local pick

Center for Wooden Boats (CWB)

A living museum on South Lake Union dedicated to preserving Pacific Northwest maritime history through hands-on experie…

Local pickMuseums Capitol Hill
Seattle Children’s Theatre
Local pick

Seattle Children’s Theatre

A world-renowned professional theatre for young audiences, dedicated to sparking imagination through new works and thea…

Local pickTheaters and music Seattle Center
Seattle Pinball Museum
Local pick

Seattle Pinball Museum

An interactive museum in Seattle's Chinatown International District featuring over 50 playable classic pinball machines…

Local pickMuseums Pioneer Square
Seattle Repertory Theatre at Seattle Center
Local pick

Seattle Repertory Theatre at Seattle Center

The Pacific Northwest's largest nonprofit resident theatre, located at Seattle Center, offering a full season of classi…

Local pickTheaters and music Seattle Center
Majestic Bay Theatre
Local pick

Majestic Bay Theatre

A luxurious triplex cinema in Ballard that blends historic charm with modern amenities, continuing a motion-picture leg…

Local pickTheaters and music Ballard
Seattle Shakespeare Company
Local pick

Seattle Shakespeare Company

A professional classical theatre company in the Puget Sound region, specializing in year-round productions of Shakespea…

Local pickTheaters and music Seattle Center
Seattle Meowtropolitan
Local pick

Seattle Meowtropolitan

A cozy cat cafe in Seattle's Fremont district, providing a sanctuary for shelter cats awaiting adoption while offering…

Local pickMuseums Fremont
Stonington Gallery
Local pick

Stonington Gallery

A premier destination in Pioneer Square showcasing contemporary masterworks of Northwest Coast Native art from Alaska a…

Local pickMuseums Pioneer Square
Pacific Northwest Ballet
Local pick

Pacific Northwest Ballet

One of the largest ballet companies in the United States, the Pacific Northwest Ballet delivers world-class dance perfo…

Local pickTheaters and music Seattle Center
Seattle Opera
Local pick

Seattle Opera

A premier American opera company established in 1963, presenting world-class performances of European classics and new…

Local pickTheaters and music Seattle Center

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