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Music, Theatre, Museums, Festivals and More

A room illuminated with intricate, symmetrical patterns in red and blue, projected from a central light source. The geometric designs cover the walls, ceiling, floor, and a raised platform in the center. — courtesy Seattle Asian Art Museum

Anila Quayyum Agha: Geometry of Light

Aug 27-Apr 19, 2026
Anila Quayyum Agha’s "Geometry of Light" features large-scale sculptural installations of laser-cut steel cubes that project intricate geometric shadows, reflecting her experiences

A lively stage scene shows actors in colorful costumes reacting dramatically as a man in pajamas appears to trip and fall over a fainted person on a couch, while others watch in shock or try to help. The setting is an ornate room. — courtesy Seattle Rep

The Play That Goes Wrong

Aug 28-Sep 28
On opening night of The Murder at Haversham Manor, the drama society face mishaps like faulty props and unexpected understudies as they try to maintain their performance.

A large crowd walks through a busy fairground lined with colorful food stalls and games. In the background, a ferris wheel and rides are visible among trees under a clear sky. — courtesy Washington State Fair

Washington State Fair

Aug 29-Sep 21
The Washington State Fair is celebrating 125 years of unforgettable memories and traditions.

Aerial view of Seattle’s waterfront featuring the Seattle Great Wheel, piers, cruise ships, and downtown skyscrapers with Elliot Bay and distant hills in the background. — courtesy Friends of the Waterfront

Meet Me at Waterfront Park: A Grand Celebration

Sep 6
After over 20 years of planning, Waterfront Park opens on September 6 with a Grand Opening Celebration featuring music, food, art, and joy along the waterfront.

A smiling man with short gray hair raises his right arm. He wears a patterned shirt, and the background features a red map outline of Africa. — courtesy MOHAI

Mandela: The Official Exhibition

Through Sep 7
Explore the life of the world’s most famous freedom fighter and political leader. His epic journey is told in this experiential galleries.

A man with a long gray beard and wearing a black shirt poses with his hands framing his eyes, resembling glasses. The background is dark, highlighting his facial expression. — Courtesy of Ai Weiwei Studio. Photo: Gao Yuan

Ai, Rebel: The Art and Activism of Ai Weiwei

Through Sep 8
Ai, Rebel explores over 130 works created over four decades, offering visitors a rare opportunity to engage with the conceptual artist’s wide-ranging body of work.

A close-up of a woven cream-colored garment with fringe, adorned with patterned bands in red, tan, and brown, featuring circular and chevron designs, and fastened with a small white bone toggle. — courtesy Burke Museum

Woven In Wool: Resilience in Coast Salish Weaving

Sep 12-Aug 13, 2026
This exhibit showcases historical and contemporary woven items, exploring the weaving cycle from gathering materials to intricate designs, with insights from skilled weavers.

A woman and man in traditional Mexican attire smile while performing. The woman wears a white blouse, elaborate jewelry, a red bow, and yellow flowers in her hair. The man wears a white cowboy hat, white shirt, and red scarf. — courtesy Sea Mar Fiestas Patrias

Sea Mar Fiestas Patrias

Sep 13-24
Sea Mar Fiestas Patrias celbrates the independence of Latin American countries and history, while taking pride in the new generations of Latinos who now call the USA home.

SUFFS

Sep 13-27
The acclaimed Tony Award®-winning musical SUFFS about the brilliant, passionate, and funny American women who fought tirelessly for the right to vote.

Two actors in vintage suits stand back-to-back on stage, smiling with arms outstretched. The colorful, art deco-style set behind them is illuminated with vibrant lights. — courtesy Paramount Theatre

Some Like It Hot

Sep 16-21
Set in Prohibition-era Chicago, SOME LIKE IT HOT follows two musicians fleeing gangsters after witnessing a mob hit, embarking on a wild, life-changing adventure.

A collage of six photos shows people at a market event, including vendors smiling, a man in a cityscape wearing a hat, tote bags on a wall, a bartender pouring drinks, and a crowd at tables.

Seattle Made Week 2025

Sep 18-28
Join the 11th annual Seattle Made Week, a celebration of awesome products made right here in Seattle and the talented people behind them!

Four people in colorful jumpsuits hold up illustrated letters above their heads, each with eyes and faces. They stand or pose against a plain white background with one person sitting on stacked suitcases. — courtesy Seattle Children's Theatre

Chicka Chicka Boom Boom: The Musical

Sep 18-Oct 12
This musical is a celebration of letters, words, imagination, and creativity that will captivate both kids and adults alike with vibrant music and interactive storytelling.

A dancer leaps gracefully in the center against a teal background. Text reads: — courtesy Seattle Rep and Seattle Children's Theatre

Fancy Dancer

Sep 18-Nov 2
In South Dakota, half-Lakota Lara feels like an outsider. A ballet class inspires her to pursue dance, but can she overcome her challenges to achieve her dream?

courtesy Fremont Oktoberfest

Fremont Oktoberfest

Sep 19-21
Seattle's largest beer festival. Join us at the Fremont Oktoberfest for a weekend filled with craft beers, delicious food, and lively entertainment.

On a dark blue background, white text reads — courtesy Union Arts Center

An Enemy of the People

Sep 20-Oct 5
The Tony Award-winning adaptation of Ibsen’s classic comes to Seattle! Dr. Stockmann uncovers a looming disaster, forcing him to choose between truth and conformity.

A male and female ballet dancer perform on stage. The female dancer wears a green tutu and jeweled headpiece, gracefully extending one arm, while the male dancer supports her, wearing a matching green and white costume. — courtesy Pacific Northwest Ballet

Jewels

Sep 26-Oct 5
Experience the dazzling return of George Balanchine’s Jewels. This trio of ballets, Emeralds, Rubies, and Diamonds is a perfect assortment of choreography.

An impressionist-style painting of a forest scene, showing a tall tree trunk surrounded by dense green foliage and bushes, with various shades of green and brown brushstrokes.

Bloedel Reserve: 10 Years of Creative Residences

Through Sep 28
BIMA joins Bloedel Reserve in celebrating the 10th anniversary of their Creative Residency program. The exhibition is housed at both BIMA and Bloedel.

A man in a long dark coat and cap stands on a wooden porch in partial shadow. Behind him, animal skulls and antlers hang on the wall, and rifles are mounted nearby. Sunlit grass can be seen beyond the porch.

Jamie Wyeth: Unsettled

Through Oct 5
Jamie Wyeth's exhibition "Unsettled" reveals darker themes in his works, from haunting portraits to eerie landscapes.

A monochrome illustration of a woman wearing a patterned kimono. She appears to be amid glowing orbs, with her head bowed and eyes closed. The background is dark, creating a contrast with the lights and her flowing attire. — Kuchibeni Suisen © Miyako Maki; MoPOP

Asian Comics: Evolution of an Art Form

Through Jan 4, 2026
Showcasing the evolution of visual storytelling, this exhibit features the largest-ever selection of original Asian comic artworks.

Minimalist art gallery with white walls displaying black and white abstract artworks. An open doorway in the center leads to a dark room with the phrase — courtesy Henry Art Gallery

Kameelah Janan Rasheed: we leak, we exceed

Through Apr 26, 2026
we leak, we exceed will draw together threads from physics, Black critical thought, and information theory to create an immersive environment.

A large wooden troll sculpture stands in a forest, its hand resting on a tree. A child plays at its feet, surrounded by tall trees and green foliage. — The Six Forgotten Giants, Little Tilde. Copenhagen, Denmark. Courtesy Thomas Dambo.

Northwest Trolls: Way of the Bird King

Ongoing
Danish environmental artist Thomas Dambo has a worldwide following for his large, inventive trolls made from recycled materials. Now you can discover six new friends in the PNW!

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