12 things to do in and around Seattle this weekend (September 13-15)

Get ready for your last full weekend of summer 2024. Sad to say, but it is true. The start of fall is around the corner! Before then, you can continue to live your best summery life at these concerts and festivals around the city! Here are 12 things to do in and around Seattle this weekend.

Future Islands

American synth-pop band Future Islands are probably most known for their hit “Seasons,” and have since had several releases including the band’s newest and seventh studio album ‘People Who Aren’t There Anymore.’ Catch them in Seattle this Friday.

When: Friday, September 13th, 2024
Where: The Paramount Theatre, 911 Pine Street
Cost: $35

WWE Friday Night SmackDown

WWE Friday Night SmackDown is making its way to Seattle. Catch the undisputed WWE Champion ‘The American Nightmare’ Cody Rhodes, Roman Reigns, United States Champion LA Knight, Bianca Belair, Jade Cargill, Bayley and Solo Sikoa at Climate Pledge Arena.

When: Friday, September 13th, 2024
Where:  Climate Pledge Arena
Cost: $40.50+

Sponsored Pick: Starbucks’ Ultimate Pumpkin Spice Experience

This one is for the pumpkin spice superfans! Introducing the Ultimate Pumpkin Spice Experience, available exclusively at the Starbucks Reserve Roastery and SoDo store in Seattle. Guided by an expert barista, you’ll discover the history of the iconic Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL) while savoring three unique Starbucks Reserve pumpkin spice coffee creations. Limited tickets are available for this experience, so be sure to in advance!

When: Throughout September
Where: Starbucks Reserve Seattle Roastery, 1124 Pike Street and 401 Utah Ave S
Cost: $55

SEA-Nordic Film Festival

The Majestic Bay Theatres in Ballard will host three days of the best in contemporary Nordic cinema, curated by special guest Silja Espolin Johnson.

When: Friday, September 13th, to Sunday, September 15th, 2024
Where:  Majestic Bay Theatres, 2044 NW Market St
Cost: $16

Edmonds Oktoberfest

The Edmonds Oktoberfest will take place over two days, and it includes a beer garden, corn hole and roll-the-barrel games. There will also be food vendors and a kids corner.

When: Friday, September 13th and Saturday, September 14th, 2024
Where: Edmonds Civic Playfield, 598 Edmonds St., Edmonds
Cost: $8.80

Water Lantern Festival

There’s a Water Latern Festival in Spanaway Park this weekend Your admission to the festival includes the following: wristbands for entry and access to food trucks, a floating lantern kit, LED candle, Commemorative drawstring bag, marker, playing cards, as well as lantern retrieval and water clean up.

When: Saturday, September 14th, 2024
Where:  Spanaway Park, 14905 Bresemann Boulevard South, Spanaway
Cost:$28.99+

ChuSeok Korean Festival

Derived from the Korean words for “autumn eve,” ChuSeok is a time-honored harvest festival observed globally, it is also considered to be Korean Thanksgiving. And now, you have the opportunity to experience its essence firsthand at the APCC’s annual festivities.

Taking place on September 14th, Tacoma is getting its 8th annual Korean ChuSeok Festival, and on September 21st, the 4th annual Korean ChuSeok Festival will be at Gig Harbor. Both are hosted by the Asia Pacific Cultural Center (APCC).

When: Saturday, September 14th and September 21st, 2024
Where: 4634 S, 74th St Tacoma, and 3211 Harborview Dr, Gig Harbor
Cost: Free

Two Door Cinema Club

Hailing from Northern Ireland, Two Door Cinema Club formed back in 2007. If their name doesn’t sound familiar, chances are you actually know their tunes. From “Something Good Can Work” to “What You Know,” you’ll probably hear it at this show.

When: Saturday, September 14th, 2024
Where: WAMU Theatre, 800 Occidental Ave S
Cost: $28+

Sea Mar Fiestas Patrias

This two-day festival at Seattle Center will include delicious traditional Latin American food and cooking demonstrations, live music, traditional folk dance performances, art exhibitions representing Latino culture, free health screenings, children’s activities and more.

When:  Saturday, September 14th and Sunday, September 15th, 2024
Where: Armory Food & Event Hall and Fisher Pavilion, Seattle Center
Cost: Free to attend

Diplo

Okay so this is not exactly a full concert, but Diplo is bringing his Run Club to Seattle! And there will be performances! So if you’re a fan of the producer/DJ and songwriter, be sure to check it out. He has one last weekend and it looked super fun!

When: Saturday, September 14th, 2024
Where:Gasworks Park, 2101 N Northlake Way
Cost: $99+

Bite of PhinneyWood

The Bite of PhinneyWood brings together “participating eateries bring their best bite of food for the hungry mouths of attendees.” You can meet with staff and chefs from local spots, and your ticket gets you a bite from EVERY eatery.

When: Sunday, September 15th, 2024
Where: 6532 Phinney Ave. N.
Cost: $25-$75

Seattle Sounders

Love soccer? The Seattle Sounders have three games at Lumen Field this month, you can catch them play against Sporting Kansas City, San Jose Earthquakes, and Houston Dynamo. And one of the games is this Sunday!

When: Sunday, September 15th, Wednesday, September 18th, and Saturday, September 28th, 2024
Where: Lumen Field
Cost: $34+

Have a great week!

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