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With the kids out of school, one of my favorite summertime things to do to get them out of the house is catch a Seattle summer concert — and luckily, there are many on the horizon. And we are talking not only about music, but entertaining shows with science, animals, comedy, magic — and much more!
Best of all? The concerts and performances are in local parks, and they’re all free. My list is arranged by area so families can easily make a plan. Whether a lunch hour or early evening time slot works best for your crew, show up, sing along, play, dance. Roll out a blanket and have a picnic. It’s the perfect casual summer outing.
Seattle-area summer concerts
Downtown Summer Sounds, Seattle
Dates: Select dates, beginning July 9
The Downtown Summer Sounds series entertains downtown workers, summer tourists and, of course, families! Enjoy free in-person concerts at various parks and venues in the Seattle downtown core. The series kicks off at 6 p.m. at Westlake Park. Full schedule for 2026 coming soon.
Kent Summer Concert Series – Wednesday Picnic Performances
Dates and time: Wednesdays, July 8–Aug. 5, noon–1 p.m.
Free kid-focused shows combined with water games, carnival activities, sno-cones and sports from Kent Parks make for a fun afternoon at West Fenwick Park.
Kent Summer Concert Series – Kent Station Summer Series
Dates and time: Wednesdays, July 8–Aug. 5, 6–8 p.m.
Additional family-friendly concerts take place in the evening. Summer Sounds concerts happen on Wednesdays, 6–8 p.m. at Kent Station.
Kent Summer Concert Series – Thursdays in the Meadow
Dates and time: Thursdays, July 9–Aug. 13, 6:30–8 p.m.
The summer concert bounty in Kent doesn’t end there! The whole family can also enjoy concerts in the meadow on Thursdays at Morrill Meadows Park.
Terrace Summer Nights: Music, Mountlake Terrace
Dates and time: Thursdays, July 9–30, 4:30–7 p.m.
Mountlake Terrace offers family-friendly music performances during July at Civic Campus and Terrace Creek Park. Grab some dinner and prepare to relax and enjoy!
U Village Summer Concert Series, Seattle
Dates and time: Wednesdays, July 15–Aug. 19, 7–8:30 p.m.
Turn up at University Village’s Village Green for free summer concerts on six Wednesdays this summer. (’80s music fans, do not miss Nite Wave on Aug. 5!)
Spotlight on the Waterfront, Seattle
Dates and time: Thursdays, July 23–Sept. 24, 6–8 p.m.
Marvel at waterfront views from Pier 58 at the built-in amphitheater of the Salish Steps while reveling in a different type of performance each week. The series kicks off with an evening of music from emerging musicians and continues with family-friendly theater performances, classical and jazz music, storytelling and much more.
ShoreLake Arts Concerts in the Park, Shoreline
Dates: Wednesdays, July 15, 29 and Aug. 12
ShoreLake Arts welcomes families for free summer concerts (and a Shakespeare play) on Wednesday evenings. Bring some low-back chairs and enjoy outdoor tunes at locations including Richmond Beach Community Park, Cromwell Park and Kruckeberg Botanic Garden.
Summer concerts on the Eastside
Live at Lunch Concert Series, Bellevue
Dates and time: Monday–Friday, July 7–Sept. 11, noon–1 p.m.
Make lunchtime extra special by catching one of Bellevue’s midday outdoor concerts, offered at numerous downtown Bellevue locations. Check the schedule on the Bellevue Beats website for specific venue info. No concert on Labor Day, Sept. 7.
Concerts on the Green, Issaquah
Dates and time: Tuesdays, July 7–Aug. 25, 7–8:30 p.m.
Stake out a spot on the Issaquah Community Center lawn on Tuesdays at 7 p.m. for outdoor concerts that will make the whole family want to get up and dance. This summer’s series features terrific tribute bands.
Celebrate Woodinville Summer Concerts
Dates and time: Wednesdays, July 8–29, 5:30–8 p.m.
Live it up on warm summer nights at Woodinville’s outdoor concert series, taking place at Wilmot Gateway Park over four Wednesdays this summer. Showtime is 6:30 p.m. In true wine-country fashion, starting at 5:30 p.m., there will be local wine and craft beer available for purchase (for adults), plus food truck fare for sale for a tasty picnic dinner.
Rock the Village, Kirkland
Dates and time: Wednesdays, July 8–Aug. 19, 7–8:30 p.m.
The Village at Totem Lake kicks off its evening summer music series with popular ’80s tribute band Nite Wave and continues with six more concerts on the green near Cinemark.
Village Fun Days, Kirkland
Dates and time: Thursdays, July 9–Aug. 20, 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
The Village at Totem Lake also has a midday series dedicated to kids entertainment. Catch science, soccer, treasure hunting and more on Thursdays this summer.
Sammamish Concerts in the Park
Dates and time: Thursdays, July 9–Aug. 13, 6:30–8 p.m.
Sammamish also hosts evening concerts for the whole family on Thursdays, so grab a blanket and head to Pine Lake Park.
Kirkland Summer Evening Concerts
Dates and time: Thursdays, July 9–Sept. 3, 7–8:30 p.m.
Enjoy music at the popular Marina Park located on Kirkland’s waterfront on Thursday evenings throughout the summer. The series kicks off with high-energy rock, blues and pop from Eden.
Kirkland Kids Summer Concert Series
Dates and time: Tuesdays, July 14–Aug. 11, 10–11 a.m.
Pack up the kids and head to wonderful Juanita Beach Park on Tuesday mornings this summer. This park features wetland trails, bike paths and a beach in addition to the playground. Don’t miss kiddie faves, Brian Waite Band (July 14), Cowboy Buck (July 21), Harmonica Pocket (Aug. 4) and Ian Dobson (Aug. 11).
Kenmore Summer Concert Series
Dates and time: Thursdays, July 16 and 30, and Aug. 13 and 27, 6–8 p.m.
Come enjoy concerts on the South lawn at Saint Edward State Park. Bring along a picnic or purchase food from a vendor. A Discover Pass is required to park. Free shuttles are also available.
South King County and Tacoma-area summer concerts
Puyallup’s Concerts in the Park: Family Series
Dates and time: Thursdays, July 9–Aug. 27, 6:30–8 p.m.
Outdoor concerts at Pioneer Park are back this year with two series to choose from. The first is the Family Series on Thursday evenings with a wide selection of tribute bands. A bonus show on Wednesday, Aug. 5 is for ’60s and ’70s music fans.
Puyallup’s Kiwanis Kids Day in the Park
Dates and time: Tuesdays, July 7 and 21, Aug. 4 and 18, 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
Puyallup’s second concert series is for the kiddos and it’s an added dose of fun with activities and games before each show every other Tuesday in Pioneer Park.
Summer Sounds at Skansie, Gig Harbor
Dates and time: Tuesdays, July 7–Aug. 25, 6–8 p.m.
Head to Skansie Brothers Park in Gig Harbor by land or by sea for waterfront outdoor concerts featuring an impressive lineup of local and regional talent performing a wide range of musical styles.
Summer Sounds in Federal Way
Dates and time: Wednesdays, July 8–29, 6:30–8 p.m.
Pack a picnic and head to Steel Lake Park for Federal Way’s Summer Sounds Concert Series.Turn up Aug. 5 at 11 a.m. for a special kids’ day with crafts, food, entertainment and fun.
Kids Club Entertainment at Allan Yorke Park, Bonney Lake
Dates and time: Mondays, July 13–Aug. 17, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Cruise by Allan Yorke Park for Kids Club, great kid-approved entertainment. There will be music, reptiles and more!
Tunes at Tapps Outdoor Concerts, Bonney Lake
Dates and time: Wednesdays, July 8–Aug. 19, 6:30–8 p.m.
The Tunes at Tapps summer concert series, also held at Allan Yorke Park, brings live music of varying genres to the park for a great family picnic experience. An outdoor market precedes the Wednesday shows, beginning at 5 p.m.
Auburn Kids SummerStage
Dates and time: Wednesdays, July 15–Aug. 12, noon–1 p.m.
Pack a lunch and stop by Les Gove Park for the Kids SummerStage. There is a fantastic spray park and playground to explore after the show. On rainy days, concerts will be moved indoors.
Auburn’s Summer Sounds Concert Series
Dates and time: Wednesdays, July 15–Aug. 12, 6:30–8 p.m.
If you haven’t gotten your musical fill, the City of Auburn is also offering the Summer Sounds concert series on Wednesday evenings, also at Les Gove Park.
Summer Concert at Covington Community Park
Dates and time: Fridays,July 24–31, 6:30–8 p.m.
Enjoy a family-friendly summer concert at Covington Community Park. Plan on some extra time before or after to explore the cool trails or the super fun playground.
Maple Valley Music in the Park
Dates and time: Thursdays, July 30–Aug. 20, 6 p.m.
Groove to family-friendly music lakeside at Lake Wilderness Park in Maple Valley on Thursdays. Stick around on select nights for a movie at dusk, or explore the expansive park complete with a playground and swimming beach.
Lacey in Tune Outdoor Concerts and Movies
Dates and time: Fridays, July 17–Aug. 7, at 7 p.m. The concerts start at 7 p.m. and movies are shown at dusk.
Enjoy live tunes while you wait for dusk and a showing of an outdoor flick for the whole fam at Huntamer Park on Friday evenings.
Lacey in Tune Children’s Entertainment Series
Dates and time: Tuesdays, June 23 and July 7–Aug. 11, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
The City of Lacey also offers more than one outdoor entertainment option. The Children’s Entertainment Series serves up kid-pleasing entertainment including science, reptiles and music at Huntamer Park on Tuesday evenings.
Lacey’s Noon Tunes Concert Series in the Park
Dates and time: Wednesdays, July 8–Aug. 12, noon–1 p.m.
The family-friendly Noon Tunes concerts, also located in Huntamer Park, are a great option for lunchtime picnics accompanied by a variety of musical stylings.
North Sound outdoor concerts
Marysville Sounds of Summer Concert Series
Dates and time: Wednesdays, July 15–Aug. 5, noon–1 p.m.
Bring the kids to enjoy popular children’s entertainers on Wednesdays this summer at Comeford Park for some midday fun. Stick around to cool off in the splash pad.
American Roots Music Series at Deception Pass, Oak Harbor
Dates and time: Saturdays, July 11–Aug. 29, 7–8 p.m.
Depending on where you live, you may need to plan ahead a bit more for this series. Washington State Parks is putting on free outdoor concerts at the North Beach Amphitheater at Deception Pass State Park in Oak Harbor. Plan a day trip or an overnight to catch a Saturday night concert near the beach. A Discover Pass is required to park.
Editor’s note: This article was originally published in 2017 and was most recently updated June 11, 2026, by ParentMap’s calendar editor, Julie Dodobara, to include a fact-check and verified details on this year’s summer concerts in Seattle and Greater Puget Sound. Kris Collingridge, Lauren Valencia and ParentMap staff contributed to this article.
