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Daily Email - Friday - 5/23/2025

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Andre Curiel
May 23, 2025

Blastfest takes over Seattle Center with a dynamic lineup featuring Omah Lay, Fireboy DML, Odumodublvck, and more, bringing Afrobeats and global sounds to the heart of Seattle on Saturday, 7/19. Enter to win tickets!*

JUST ANNOUNCED

  • Tractor Tavern hosts Tracy Bonham for a live performance that highlights her raw vocals, violin-driven arrangements, and indie rock roots on Tuesday, 8/26.

  • Don’t miss Murder City Devils at Wild Buffalo, where their signature blend of garage rock chaos and dark theatrics takes over the stage on Monday, 9/1.

  • TWRP will bring their signature blend of synth-pop, futuristic funk, and retro-inspired grooves to The Crocodile for a high-energy show on Wednesday, 9/17.

  • Emotional Oranges deliver a seamless mix of electronic-infused R&B and heartfelt lyrics during their energetic Showbox Sodo performance on Tuesday, 9/30.

  • NateWantsToBattle is heading to The Crocodile for a night of genre-defying indie soul, combining smooth melodies with upbeat funk grooves on Sunday, 10/12.

GUIDE TO SPRING IN SEATTLE

Photo: Matt McDonald

Spring in Seattle means longer days, brighter skies, and a packed calendar of concerts, events, and fresh ways to get outside. Our guide has everything you need to make the most of the season before summer kicks off! Here is our Guide to Spring.

UPCOMING FESTIVALS

🪩 Mechanismus Festival

May 27 - 31 @ Multiple Locations - Seattle

Mechanismus Festival returns to Seattle with a heavy-hitting lineup spanning industrial, EBM, and dark electronic music. Get tickets while you still can!

☀️ Fremont Fair

June 21 - 22 @ Fremont (9AM)

Fremont Fair takes over the neighborhood with a colorful weekend of live music, local vendors, and artsy summer vibes.

🏳️‍🌈 Queer/Pride Festival

June 27 - 29 @ Capitol Hill (2PM)

Queer/Pride Festival returns to Capitol Hill with a packed lineup of DJs, drag, and dance floors that spill into the streets.

🎨 Seattle Art Fair

July 17 - 20 @ Lumen Field (11AM)

Lumen Field becomes a hub for collectors, creators, and art lovers alike during the Seattle Art Fair’s expansive weekend run.

🔥 Bumbershoot

August 30 - 31 @ Seattle Center (12PM)

Bumbershoot returns to Seattle Center with a genre-spanning lineup of live music, art, comedy, and performance for Labor Day Weekend. Featuring performances from Weezer, Bright Eyes, Janelle Monáe, Aurora, and more!

BYE BYE BIRDIE

Bye Bye Birdie lands at The 5th Avenue Theatre with all the charm, humor, and swoon-worthy tunes of a golden age musical from 6/10 - 6/29. Don’t miss this colorful blast of rock ’n’ roll nostalgia, big dance numbers, and teen idol chaos.*

LOCALS ONLY

  • The Space Needle now has an all-new glass elevator. Take a look.

  • Downtown Seattle might be getting new touch-screen kiosks before the World Cup starts next year. Learn more.

Have a great Memorial Day Weekend!