Pike Place Market hosts a one-night "Welcoming the World" market Thursday with 60+ makers, 20 food vendors, live music and extended hours during World Cup opening week.

Lake Union Concerts returns next Wednesday with paddle‑up raves and a new Dock Rock floating‑home series.

Maritime Gig Festival returns to Gig Harbor June 6–7, drawing thousands and prompting street closures, shuttle service and timed detours downtown.

Seattle Pride has announced its June 6 Volunteer Park lineup, stacking local drag troupes, marching bands, DJs and a family Drag Storytime across two stages.

Brandi Carlile’s Echoes Through the Canyon expands into a three‑night Memorial Day run at The Gorge; Dave Matthews Band returns for a three‑night Labor Day residency. Camping, VIP and mobile‑ticket rules are in effect.

Amazon MGM Studios has begun auditions to find the actor who will follow Daniel Craig as James Bond. Denis Villeneuve is directing and Nina Gold is reportedly leading casting.

Live Nation and First Avenue Entertainment announced a 5,500-capacity music venue at The Boxyard in SoDo, promising new shows, jobs and a targeted 2029 opening.

The Poet, a new intimate venue in the back room of Manuscript in Tacoma's Stadium District, opens this weekend for live music, workshops and private events.

Pearl Jam will headline the final night of Eddie Vedder's Ohana Festival on Sept. 27 — their first scheduled show since drummer Matt Cameron left the band in July 2025.

The Washington State Fairs Columbia Bank Grandstand will host Weird Al, Little Big Town, Jon Batiste and Ice Cube in September 2026. Heres who plays when and what tickets cost.

Seattle's Best Karaoke will close its Denny Triangle private rooms on April 26, 2026, after 30 years. Owner Shinji Unno says he'll focus on expanding rental and delivery services.

Remlinger Farms' Concerts at the Farm bring The Black Keys, The Head And The Heart, CAKE and more to Carnation this summer, with a no‑fee ticket window through April 26.

Free hot‑air balloon "glow" returns to Fisher Pavilion on June 21 with tethered balloons lighting up beneath the Space Needle. Expect big crowds and arrive early.