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Daily Email - Monday - 8/4/2025

August 04, 2025

PAX West returns to the Seattle Convention Center from Friday, 8/29 to Monday, 9/1. It is four packed days of gaming, panels, cosplay, and community. From indie gems to major studio drops, plus tournaments, merch, meetups, and more. Whether you are a diehard or just game curious, this is where you will want to be for Labor Day Weekend. Enter to win passes!*

JUST ANNOUNCED

  • Crimewave brings a full night of darkwave to Nectar Lounge on Saturday, 8/9. Expect shadowy synths, driving beats, and a packed dance floor dressed in black. Enter to win!*

  • THING Festival returns to Remlinger Farms with two Saturdays left, 8/9 and 8/23. Featuring headliners Rainbow Kitten Surprise, The Roots, and more, each day delivers boundary-pushing music, art, and experiences in a uniquely Northwest setting. Get tickets today!*

  • WeRise Wine Bar hosts South African Wine Tasting on Friday, 8/15, featuring Ilze Gideons of Ubuntu Travel. Born and raised in South Africa’s wine country, Ilze brings deep knowledge, bold pours, and a powerful perspective on women in wine. This is more than a tasting. It is a story in every glass. Get tickets!*

  • Xzibit plays the Spanish Ballroom on Wednesday, 9/10. West Coast staples, heavy-hitting beats, and a live set that shows exactly why he became a legend.

  • Doechii headlines WaMu Theater on Monday, 11/10 with a show that’s built to blow the roof off. Electrifying visuals, razor-sharp bars, and high-impact choreography from one of the most fearless voices in hip hop right now. Tickets on sale next Monday!

DOWNTOWN SUMMER SOUNDS

Downtown Summer Sounds returns for its 46th year with a stacked schedule of live music in the heart of Seattle. From sun-drenched soul to rowdy rock and global rhythms, the series brings major vibes to Westlake Park, Occidental Square, Union Square, and more. Every show is free and open to the public. Just show up and tune in.

SEATTLE RESTORED PRESENTS:

SEATTLE RESTORED DIGITAL PASSPORT

Seattle Restored's FREE DIGITAL PASSPORT is your guide to explore the city and SUPPORT LOCAL this summer while you earn points and rewards. Stay in-the-know about new pop-up shops from local business owners in iconic Seattle neighborhoods like Pioneer Square, Belltown, Downtown, and an expansion into Lake City. Sign up for the passport to create your own art walk or an impromptu retail therapy session. New locations are being added all summer long!*

THIS WEEK

🎸 The Acacia Strain

Tomorrow @ El Corazon (6:30PM)

The Acacia Strain storms El Corazon tomorrow with crushing riffs, blast beats, and pit-starting energy from start to finish. Loud, fast, and gloriously unhinged.

🤘 Royel Otis

Tomorrow @ Paramount Theatre (7PM)

Royel Otis plays the Paramount Theatre tomorrow, bringing jangly guitars, sharp hooks, and the kind of indie pop sound that feels tailor-made for dancing in your favorite beat-up sneakers.

🎶 The High Seagrass

Wednesday, August 6 @ 999 3rd (12PM)

The High Seagrass plays 999 3rd, serving up fast-pickin’ bluegrass with jam band spirit and front porch charm. Free show with plenty of groove.

🪩 LCD Soundsystem

Thursday & Friday, August 7 - 8 @ Remlinger Farms (6PM)

LCD Soundsystem plays two nights at Remlinger Farms starting Thursday, 8/7. Expect pulsing synths, sharp wit, and one of the best live dance rock shows on the planet.

🎊 Dirty Cherry: Lady Gaga Mayhem Ball After Party

Thursday, August 7 @ The Crocodile (11PM)

Dirty Cherry takes over The Crocodile with the Lady Gaga Mayhem Ball After Party. Drag, dance floors, and pure pop chaos until late. Dress loud and bring the drama.

LOCALS ONLY

  • Stateside, the acclaimed Vietnamese/French restaurant, has closed its doors today. Learn more.

  • Seattle is rated as one of the most walkable cities in the United States. Read more.

That’s all for today, folks. See you tomorrow!