Music and Concerts

There is good reason Seattle is called a City of Music.

While Seattle is well known as the birthplace of grunge, we’re also home to more traditional musical delights, such as one of the world’s most recorded symphony orchestras and our renowned Seattle Opera, both of which enchant audiences year after year with their compelling performances. This “City of Music” offers more than eighty clubs and venues presenting live music on a regular basis, allowing you to choose anything from a sizzling jazz trio to your new favorite rock band. Whatever your taste, Seattle will set the stage for you.

Click here to find many of our top music venues.

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Seattle’s music venues offer something for everyone.

Our city’s music scene is second to none, and every night of the week you’re certain to find something interesting. No matter your interest—rock, hip hop, jazz, grunge, symphonic, and more—there’s something for you! Learn More About Seattle’s Music Venues>>

Shania Shepherd Cloudbreak Performance

Photo: Mike R. Mitchell

Upcoming Music Events

Dan Mangan and Israel Nebeker

1/29/2026

Enjoy an evening of live music with Dan Mangan & Israel Nebeker at Tractor Tavern.

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Don Broco

2/3/2026

Don Broco hits the stage with Dropout Kings and sace6 at El Corazón.

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An Evening with Steve Poltz

1/28/2026

Take in an evening of live music featuring Steve Poltz at Tractor Tavern.

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Daniel Donato’s Cosmic Country

2/5/2026

Daniel Donato hits the stage at The Showbox.

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Cate Le Bon

1/27/2026

Cate Le Bon shares the stage with Frances Chang at The Neptune Theatre.

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Fatai

1/21/2026

Fatai shares the stage with special guest Nyla XO at Tractor Tavern.

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Art From Ashes – VEDEM

1/26/2026

Art From Ashes is in honor of International Holocaust Remembrance Day at Benaroya Hall.

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Andy Frasco and The U.N.

2/7/2026

Neumos will host a double bill of live music featuring Andy Frasco & The U.N. with Lonesome Joy.

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Handel’s Water Music

1/31/2026

In a performance featuring Seattle’s leading organist Joseph Adam, Benaroya Hall’s Watjen Concert Organ will give voice to …

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