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Seattle · Jul 31–Aug 2

59 new and novel 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
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Discovery Park
Local pick

Discovery Park

Bluffs, beaches, and big Salish Sea views make this Seattle’s most rewarding close-to-home reset.

Local pickParks and outdoors Ballard
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
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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
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Bathtub Gin & Co.
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Bathtub Gin & Co.

A hidden Prohibition-era speakeasy behind a fake door in Belltown with heavy pours and vintage cocktails.

Local pickBars and nightlife Pike Place Market
Seward Park
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Seward Park

Old-growth forest, lake views, and an easy loop make this feel like a mini getaway inside the city.

Local pickParks and outdoors Wallingford
Hannah Frances
Verified event 8:00 PM Friday, July 31

Hannah Frances

Verified eventHas a verified timeLive music The Fremont Abbey From $29.74
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Herkimer Coffee
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Herkimer Coffee

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

Local pickFood and drink Pike Place Market
Tractor Tavern
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Tractor Tavern

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

Local pickTheaters and music Ballard
MONIC
Verified event 10:00 PM Friday, July 31

MONIC

Verified eventHas a verified timeLive music Baba Yaga From $23.1
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Bad Nerves
Verified event 8:00 PM Saturday, August 1

Bad Nerves

Verified eventHas a verified timeLive music The Showbox
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Washington Park Arboretum
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Washington Park Arboretum

A lush botanical maze of maples, wetlands, and spring bloom trails in the city’s heart.

Local pickParks and outdoors Capitol Hill
The Royal Room
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The Royal Room

Columbia City’s cozy, relaxed venue hosting performances almost nightly (except Tues) in a warm, neighborhood-friendly setting.

Local pickBars and nightlife Bars and nightlife
DANCE THE DECADES
Verified event 9:00 PM Saturday, August 1

DANCE THE DECADES

Verified eventHas a verified timeLive music Chop Suey Free
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Ghost Note Coffee
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Ghost Note Coffee

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

Local pickFood and drink Pioneer Square
Glasswing
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Glasswing

Plant-filled shop for design-forward clothes, candles, and home goods you won't find at malls.

Local pickShopping Capitol Hill
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
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Kubota Garden
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Kubota Garden

Wander a quiet Japanese landscape garden that feels far more secret than its fame suggests.

Local pickParks and outdoors Chinatown-International District
La Cabaña
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La Cabaña

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

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

Ed Sheeran: LOOP Tour

Verified eventHas a verified timeLive music Lumen Field
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Frye Art Museum
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Frye Art Museum

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

Local pickMuseums Downtown Seattle
Green Lake Park
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Green Lake Park

The city’s default reset button: a lively loop for walking, running, skating, and people-watching.

Local pickParks and outdoors University District
Megan Moroney
Verified event 7:00 PM Sunday, August 2

Megan Moroney

Verified eventHas a verified timeLive music Climate Pledge Arena
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The Doctor's Office
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The Doctor's Office

Small, polished, and moody — a cocktail bar with real neighborhood charm.

Local pickBars and nightlife Capitol Hill
Westland Distillery
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Westland Distillery

Terroir-driven American single malt tastings from one of Seattle’s most respected whiskey names.

Local pickBrewery Distillery Belltown
Westward
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Westward

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

Local pickFood and drink Fremont
Tavern Law / Needle & Thread
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Tavern Law / Needle & Thread

A classic hidden cocktail den: ring in, get the password, and slip into the speakeasy upstairs.

Local pickBars and nightlife Capitol Hill
Kremwerk
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Kremwerk

Underground, queer-forward dance nights with experimental bookings and serious late-night momentum.

Local pickBars and nightlife Capitol Hill
Little Red Day Spa
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Little Red Day Spa

A polished downtown spa known for massages, facials, and reliably relaxing service.

Local pickSpa Wellness Georgetown
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Anchorhead Coffee
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Anchorhead Coffee

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

Local pickFood and drink Downtown Seattle
Beneath the Streets
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Beneath the Streets

Descend into Seattle’s buried storefronts and sidewalks on a true underground history tour.

Local pickTour Downtown Seattle
The Comet Tavern
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The Comet Tavern

Old-school Capitol Hill dive energy with a legendary, after-midnight Seattle feel.

Local pickBars and nightlife Capitol Hill
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
North Cascades National Park
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North Cascades National Park

Glacier-capped peaks and electric-blue water make this the most dramatic scenery near Seattle.

Local pickDaytrip Daytrip
Woodinville wine country
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Woodinville wine country

Tasting rooms, patio sipping, and easy logistics make this the simplest wine day near Seattle.

Local pickDaytrip Daytrip
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

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