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Summer is finally in full swing here in Seattle and we are ready to soak up every bit of it. From exuberant Fourth of July festivities to laid-back weekend farmers markets, there’s always endless options for things to do in Seattle in July Show
The best part is that many of these events are cheap or even free. Make sure to take advantage of all the free events, dance parties, music festivals, outdoor recreation, and delicious food that Seattle has to offer this July Here are exciting things you can do in Seattle in July 2013. 1. Be immersed in the Stranger Things ExperienceWhen. select dates in July If you haven’t been to Stranger Things. The Experience in Seattle yet, you’re missing out. You get to experience Hawkins Lab in real life and unlock your powers, followed by time to have a cocktail, enjoy some food from the show, and shop for Stranger Things merch. Tickets are still available for July 2. Step into the art of Van GoghWhen. select dates in July Due to ongoing demand, the Van Gogh Exhibition has returned to Seattle. If you missed this immersive exhibition the first time around, here’s your chance to explore Van Gogh’s life, his work, and his secrets as never before. Get your tickets now while the exhibition is back Want to take your Van Gogh experience to the next level? You can now add on a one-of-a-kind VR experience or even take a yoga class inside the immersive exhibition 3. See The Empire Strips Back. A Burlesque ParodyWhen. select dates in July Stars Wars and burlesque theater combine in this raunchy parody being performed in Seattle this summer. Get your tickets online 4. Celebrate the Fourth of July with fireworks and moreWhen. Tuesday, July 4 There’s no shortage of fun to be had in Seattle during the weekend of the Fourth of July. You can use our guide to Seattle Fourth of July fireworks and also be sure to check out our round-up of all the Fourth of July celebrations in Seattle (many of which are cheap or even free. ) 5. Test your tastebuds at Dining in the DarkWhen. July 14 and 25 If you love the movie About Time, you’ll love this dining experience in Seattle. Tickets are now available for Dining in the Dark, a blindfolded tasting experience at Seattle’s Lotte Hotel. You can choose a meat, seafood, or vegan course ahead of time so the menu won’t be a complete surprise. And who knows? You might just meet the love of your life (no promises that she’ll look like Rachel McAdams though) 6. Go to Concerts Under the StarsThis summer, you can enjoy a free cocktail while listening to talented musicians perform live atop one of Seattle’s most stunning rooftops. How dreamy does that sound? Tickets are still available for two concerts this July
7. Laugh it up at the Seattle Improv FestivalWhen. July 1-2 The Seattle International Improv Festival wraps up at the beginning of July, and they’ll need a live audience for their final performances. Get tickets online 8. Attend a gorgeous Candlelight ConcertWhen. select dates in July Candlelight Concerts take place in Seattle venues that were chosen for their stunning atmosphere, such as the gorgeous Lotte Hotel and The Museum of Flight. Here the upcoming Candlelight Concerts this July
Choose your Candlelight Concert experience here or gift the experience to someone with a Candlelight Concert gift card 9. Explore the Georgetown Flea Market
When. Saturday, July 1, 10 a. m. – 4 p. m If you haven’t explored the industrial-chic neighborhood of Georgetown yet then you’re missing out. You can find great food and cool vintage and handcrafted goods there at any time, but this flea market makes it extra-easy for you 10. Embark on a Little Mermaid scavenger huntThis is a fun activity in Seattle for all ages. You and your group can get dressed up and use your phone to win a scavenger hunt around the city with a Little Mermaid theme. Tickets are available online 11. Eat and shop at the South Lake Union Saturday MarketWhen. Every Saturday from 11 a. m to 4 p. m This Saturday market is always a good time, but if you go on the second Saturday of the month you’ll find Seattle’s favorite monthly food truck pop-up (next door to Denny Park). Bring your appetite 10. See a discounted movie at AMC TheatresWhen. any day Planning to go see Barbie or Oppenheimer (or both) this summer? Save money on any AMC Theatre ticket with this deal. Get your AMC Black Ticket here 11. Catch a free summer concert at the Ballard LocksWhen. Saturdays and Sundays at 2 p. m A visit to the Ballard Locks is always a fun and interesting summer activity, but their free summer concerts make for an excellent date that won’t cost you a thing. See their July concert schedule here 11. Browse the Fremont Sunday Market
When. Every Sunday from 10 a. m. to 4 p. m You’ll find food trucks, music, handmade goods, and vintage treasures at this Sunday market. And while you’re there, take some time to explore the quirky neighborhood of Fremont 12. Enjoy free outdoor movies in Seattle parksWhen. 6. 00 p. m. on select dates in July (see below) Center City Cinema is screening outdoor movies for free this summer in Seattle parks. Pre-movie activities begin around 6. 00 or 7. 00 p. m. and all of the movies will start around dusk See the July 2023 movie schedule below
13. Make art for free in the parkWhen. Wednesdays in July from noon to 1. 30 p. m The downtown City Hall Park just reopened this June, and now you can go there to enjoy free art activities every Wednesday throughout July. No need to register; just drop in 14. See a live concert series at the zoo
When. July 5, 6, 17, & 23 ZooTunes is back for summer 2023 with performers such as The Flaming Lips, Tegan and Sara, and more. Most concerts are already sold out but you can try the official fan ticket exchange on the zoo website 15. Relax at a silent reading partyWhen. July 5 and 19 Hosted in the cozy Fireside Room at Hotel Sorrento, this classic Seattle event invites you to bring something to read in companionable silence with strangers while relaxing piano music is played. Note that there is a $20 food/drink minimum in addition to your reservation fee. See more details here 16. See a free concert downtownWhen. Friday, July 7 The Downtown Summer Sounds concert series kicks off on July 7 with a free concert in Westlake Park from 4. 00 to 6. 00 p. m 17. Treat your sweet tooth at a baked goods pop-up in SLUWhen. Saturday, July 8 from 11. 00 a. m. to 4. 00 p. m Enjoy delicious baked goods at this pop-up in SLU that aims to “highlight the culinary talents of our city through baked goods. ” 18. Level up your lunch break with downtown food trucksWhen. July 8 and 26 from 11. 00 a. m. to 2. 00 p. m On two Saturdays this July you can swing by Westlake Park downtown for food trucks plus free games and live music. It’s a great way to break up the day (much better than eating lunch at your desk. ) 19. See the Seattle Seafair Pirates storm Alki Beach
When. Saturday, July 8 Head to Alki Beach Park around 1. 00 to see the Seattle Seafair Pirates make their annual landing on the beach. This iconic summer event is free and family-friendly 20. Eat and shop at a free Polish festivalWhen. July 8 Head to Seattle Center for the annual Polish Festival this July. This family-friendly festival has free admission and lots of fun activities, games, performances, food, and shopping 21. Attend the Seattle Outdoor Theater FestivalWhen. July 8-9 This free theater festival will have multiple performances spread out over two days in Volunteer Park in Capitol Hill. Donations are very welcome to help keep theater alive. See more details on the GreenStage website 22. See Shakespeare in the Park for freeWhen. select dates in July GreenStage and Seattle Shakespeare Company are two organizations providing free Shakespeare plays in Seattle’s parks this summer. The latter will be performing The Tempest on these dates at these locations
GreenStage will be performing Romeo & Juliet, Henry VI, The Comedy of Errors, and Cymbeline at various Seattle parks this summer. You can see their full performance schedule on the Greenstage website 23. Go to an ice cream festival
When. July 8-9 What’s more summery than an ice cream festival? Scooped is a two-day festival at Seattle Center that features over 75 flavors of all-you-can-eat ice cream. Get tickets and more info 24. Take a free fitness class in the parkWhen. Mondays and Tuesdays No room for the gym in your budget? Head to downtown Freeway Park for free Zumba and yoga classes this July. Mondays starting on July 10 are free Zumba classes at 5. 30 p. m. and Tuesdays starting on July 11 are free yoga classes at noon 25. Catch a Mariners gameWhen. select July dates There’s nothing like catching a baseball game in the summer. Be sure to treat yourself to a Seattle dog (yes, cream cheese and all. ). See the Mariners’ full July schedule here 26. Get swept up at a Sounders matchWhen. July 1, 15, & 30 If you’ve never been to a Sounders match at Lumen Field, be prepared to be swept up in the fans’ excitement. It’s always a blast. Get more information on the Sounders’ upcoming schedule 27. Cheer on the OL Reign
When. July 1 and 28 The OL Reign is Seattle’s professional women’s soccer team. Cheer them on at Lumen Field during two exciting home matches this July 28. Take a free dance classWhen. 6. 00 to 9. 00 p. m. on select dates in July (see below) Dancing Til Dusk is a fun dance series that starts with a free hour-long lesson at 6. 00 p. m. No need to bring a partner. The dates and locations are July 11, 18, and 25 in Hing Hay Park and July 13, 20, and 27 in Freeway Park. See the full summer schedule on the Dance for Joy website 29. Go to a Jungle Party at the zooWhen. July 14 Support Seattle’s Woodland Park Zoo at their annual Jungle Party. The lowest-tier ticket will get you entry to the reception which includes beverages, light bites, and guided zoo tours. Get tickets on the Woodland Park Zoo website 30. Have a blast at the West Seattle Summer FestWhen. July 14-16 The neighborhood of West Seattle will come alive for their annual summer festival this month. There will be live music, a beer garden, a kids area, shopping, food, and more. See more on the festival website 31. Bring your appetite to Ballard SeafoodFest
When. July 14-16 If you love seafood then you can’t miss this summer festival in Ballard. Read more about it here 32. Attend Seattle’s Black Arts FestivalWhen. July 14-16 Festival Sundiata’s Black Arts Fest is a free festival at Seattle Center that celebrates African American culture with food, performances, activities, and more 33. Join free outdoor yoga classes at Gas Works ParkWhen. Every Thursday Another great option for a free outdoor workout this summer is Yoga in the Park. You don’t have to register. just show up at Gas Works Park every Thursday at 6. 30 p. m. with your water bottle and yoga mat. All levels of experience are welcome 34. Go to an outdoor movie night
You can catch movies every week at Marymoor Park this summer; read our guide to Movies at Marymoor for more information 35. Enjoy free fun at Summer at SAMWhen. Thursdays and Saturdays, starting July 13 through August Seattle Art Museum’s summer events at Olympic Sculpture Park are free and open to all ages. Expect food trucks, arts and craft workshops, live performances, and more. See the full schedule of events 36. Celebrate Halloween in July at a paradeWhen. July 15 The Wallingford Family Parade is a fun neighborhood event for all. This year’s costume theme is Halloween in July. The parade starts at 11. 00 a. m. See more on the Wallingford website 37. Go to a summer beer tastingWhen. July 15 from 4. 00 to 7. 00 p. m Ages 21 and up can enjoy this annul beer tasting event featuring over 30 local breweries and cideries. Get tickets on the Phinney Center website 38. Eat, drink, and dance at this annual Japanese festivalWhen. July 15 and 16 from 2. 00 to 8. 00 p. m The 91st annual Bon Odori Festival will have Japanese folk dancing, food, shopping, a beer garden, and more 39. Take the ferry to the Vashon Strawberry FestivalWhen. July 15 and 16 This annual festival—featuring music, a parade, and all things strawberry-flavored—is worth the 20-minute ferry ride from Seattle. See the festival schedule 40. Run for ice cream (and a good cause)When. July 16 Celebrate National Ice Cream Day with this 5K run that benefits Seattle Children’s. At the end of your 5K run (or two-mile walk) there is an ice cream sundae bar. Register online 41. Experience a Japanese Garden PartyWhen. July 20 at 6. 00 p. m Get tickets on the Seattle Japanese Garden website 42. Enjoy a Bite of SeattleWhen. July 21-23 Get more info and VIP tickets on the Bite of Seattle website 43. Celebrate Indigenous culture at a free festivalWhen. July 21-23 The annual Seafair Indian Days Powwow returns this July with three days of food, performances, music, and more. See more info on the United Indians website 44. Take a day trip to the Lavender Festival
When. July 21-23 This festival is worth the trip to nearby Sequim. There will be a street fair, lavender farm tours, live music, and plenty of opportunities to pick your own lavender to bring home. See more info on the Lavender Festival website 45. Go to a family-friendly art fair on the beachWhen. July 21 to 23 For a slightly more relaxed affair, check out the Alki Art Fair. This free, family-friendly event in West Seattle will have live music, a kids’ zone, and (of course) tons of artist booths. See their website for details 46. Dance at the Capitol Hill Block PartyWhen. July 21-23 One of Seattle’s biggest summer events, the Capitol Hill Block Party is back this July for another three days of incredible live music and partying. This year’s lineup features Sofi Tucker, Denzel Curry, and Louis the Child. Get more info here 47. Cool down at the annual Fountain FestivalWhen. July 22 from 11. 00 a. m. to 2. 00 p. m “Celebrate the return of Freeway Park’s greatest architectural feature, the gorgeous Canyon and Cascade fountains. Cool off with a variety of water games, sprinklers and sweet summer treats. ” 48. Watch a live art battleWhen. July 22 at 6. 00 p. m Watch talented artists compete in this exciting live art battle 49. Go to the West Seattle Grand ParadeWhen. July 22 The annual West Seattle Grand Parade starts at 11. 00 a. m 50. Bring your pup to Bark by the BayWhen. July 22 from 10. 00 a. m. to 4. 00 p. m You and your furry best friend can enjoy “dog activities and games, an art project, treat hunting, vendors, and food trucks plus adoptions, live demos, off-leash zones, a parade, and a costume contest. ” 51. Sell your soul for Taylor Swift tickets
When. July 22-23 If you didn’t manage to get tickets for Taylor Swift’s upcoming visit to Seattle, you may not want to pay the staggering price that resale tickets are going for on StubHub (understandably). Instead, head to Neumos on July 7th for a dance party celebrating the re-release of Speak Now. It’ll only cost you $10. (Ages 21 and up only. ) 52. Watch the Chinatown Seafair ParadeWhen. July 23 from 7. 00 to 9. 00 p. m 53. Discover a one-of-a-kind artwork at the Seattle Art FairWhen. July 27-30 Whether you’re an experienced art collector or just interested in casually browsing, this multi-day event is a must for anyone who loves art and supporting artists. You can get more info at their website 54. See free movies under the Space NeedleWhen. July 28 onwards 55. Enjoy food, beer, and free music on the pierWhen. July 28-29 56. Watch the Seafair Torchlight Parade
When. July 29 A Seattle summer tradition since the 1950s, Seafair is a multi-week festival with events running from June to September. The most well-known events are Seafair Summer Fourth—featuring fireworks for the Fourth of July—as well as the Seafair Torchlight Parade, but you can check out the full list of summer events here. Most of the events are free 57. Go to Seattle’s first Afrobeats festivalWhen. July 29 58. Attend a Filipino festivalWhen. July 30 59. Camp out at a summer music festivalIn addition to the Capitol Hill Block Party, there’s no shortage of summer music festivals in the Seattle area this year—and there’s something for everyone. See our guide to this summer’s music festivals, several of which are taking place in July 60. See a summer concert at a wineryWhen. select dates in July Although each night of this summer concert series sells out quickly, you can still get tickets to see bands perform at this nearby winery. See the details on their website 61. Check out a new museum exhibitSeattle has many incredible museums that you can visit to cool off on a hot day. See our guide to the most exciting exhibitions in Seattle this summer, as well as free museum admission days 62. Go on a hike—no car neededWhen. weekends and Tuesday, July 4 If you want to get out and hike this summer but can’t (or don’t want to) drive, you can take advantage of the Trailhead Direct service which will pick you up in Seattle and drop you off at the trailhead. Get more details about the service here 63. Participate in the library’s adult summer book bingoChallenge yourself to complete this summer’s book bingo, presented by the Seattle Public Library. In addition to the satisfaction of completing every square, you’ll also be entered to win prizes. Read more about it on the library’s website 64. Treat yourself to ice creamLooking for a sweet way to cool down this summer? Check out our list of places to get an ice cream sandwich in Seattle and our guide to the best soft serve in Seattle 65. Enjoy weekend brunch al frescoThe only thing better than Sunday brunch is Sunday brunch outside on a patio when it’s 75 and sunny. We put together a guide to some of the best outdoor brunch spots in Seattle 66. Spend happy hour on a rooftop barRooftop bar season is in full swing once July arrives. Happy hour on a roof is one of our favorite things to do in Seattle in July. One of our favorites is mBar, pictured above, but you can check out our full list of rooftop bars in Seattle 67. Cool off in a pool or at the beachIt doesn’t typically get too hot in Seattle even in the summer, but when it does you’ll be glad to have plenty of options for taking a cool dip. Seattle has several public pools, a few popular beaches including Golden Gardens and Alki Beach, and plenty of lake-side beaches as well 68. Go campingJuly is the perfect time to go camping in Seattle and the surrounding areas (yes, you can camp in the city. ). For inspiration, you can read our guide to some of the best camping spots in and around Seattle 69. Take a trip to a nearby destinationThere are many stunning destinations nearby that can be experienced in a weekend getaway or even a single day trip from Seattle. Here are some ideas
70. Explore the many Seattle farmers marketsSeattle is blessed with an abundance of farmers markets (and we’re not talking about Pike Place Market, although that’s always fun to visit too). Chances are there’s a weekly farmers market in your neighborhood or close by. See our guide to Seattle’s farmers markets and stock up this summer on fresh fruit, flowers, artisan goods, and more 71. Ride an alpine rollercoaster in LeavenworthThe just-opened Leavenworth Adventure Park is fun for all ages. The biggest thrill is definitely the alpine coaster but there’s other activities as well, such as a climbing wall and a bungee trampoline. You can spend a whole weekend exploring the charming Bavarian-style town of Leavenworth, WA while you’re at it You may also like. The 45 Most Underrated Spots In Seattle According To Locals GET US IN YOUR INBOX Sign up to our newsletter for the latest and greatest from your city I accept terms & conditions Leave this field empty if you're human.Latest posts45 Bucket List Ideas For The Perfect Seattle FallSeptember 26, 2023 The U District Food Walk Returns This Weekend With $4 BitesSeptember 25, 2023 These Gorgeous Candlelight Concerts Are Coming To SeattleSeptember 22, 2023 About Secret Seattle Advertise with us List your event Secret Guides Things To Do This content has been partly created thanks to our trusted brand partners, in line with our editorial standards and our Branded Content Policy. Are you interested in becoming a partner? Please click here and let's start doing great content together How do I find friends in Seattle?The key to make new friends in Seattle is to segment your desired social life into the various activities you enjoy doing and see each new person as fulfilling one part of it . Not only is it much easier to find people that share one of your interests, but it will be easier to get to know them in that context.
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