Free Live Music in Seattle

51 upcoming concerts and live music events

Discover free performances across Seattle. Venues and dates updated daily.

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Poker Club Brass Ensemble & The Usual Suspects

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sat, Jun 20 · 2:00pm

via Ballard Locks Summer Concerts View listing

Elliott Bay Pipe Band

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sun, Jun 21 · 2:00pm

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Kirkland Civic Orchestra

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sat, Jun 27 · 2:00pm

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85th Street Big Band

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sun, Jun 28 · 2:00pm

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Volunteer Park Summer Music — TBA

Volunteer Park Amphitheater · Capitol Hill

Thu, Jul 2 · 7:00pm

via Volunteer Park Summer Music View listing

Seattle Civic Band

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sat, Jul 4 · 2:00pm

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Cascadia Big Band

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sun, Jul 5 · 2:00pm

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Downtown Summer Sounds — TBA

Westlake Park · Downtown

Thu, Jul 9 · 6:00pm

via Downtown Summer Sounds View listing

Volunteer Park Summer Music — TBA

Volunteer Park Amphitheater · Capitol Hill

Thu, Jul 9 · 7:00pm

via Volunteer Park Summer Music View listing

Tutti Flutti Flute Ensemble

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sat, Jul 11 · 2:00pm

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Coal Creek Jazz Band

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sun, Jul 12 · 2:00pm

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Spike and the Impalers

Des Moines Beach Park · Beach Park

Wed, Jul 15 · 7:00pm

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Downtown Summer Sounds — TBA

Westlake Park · Downtown

Thu, Jul 16 · 6:00pm

via Downtown Summer Sounds View listing

Volunteer Park Summer Music — TBA

Volunteer Park Amphitheater · Capitol Hill

Thu, Jul 16 · 7:00pm

via Volunteer Park Summer Music View listing

Greenwood Concert Band

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sat, Jul 18 · 2:00pm

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West Seattle Big Band

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sun, Jul 19 · 2:00pm

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Kitty Mae

Des Moines Beach Park · Beach Park

Wed, Jul 22 · 7:00pm

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Downtown Summer Sounds — TBA

Westlake Park · Downtown

Thu, Jul 23 · 6:00pm

via Downtown Summer Sounds View listing

Volunteer Park Summer Music — TBA

Volunteer Park Amphitheater · Capitol Hill

Thu, Jul 23 · 7:00pm

via Volunteer Park Summer Music View listing

Phinney Ridge Steel Band

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sat, Jul 25 · 2:00pm

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STRUM (Seattle's Totally Relaxed Ukulele Musicians)

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sun, Jul 26 · 2:00pm

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Nite Wave

Des Moines Beach Park · Beach Park

Wed, Jul 29 · 7:00pm

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Volunteer Park Summer Music — TBA

Volunteer Park Amphitheater · Capitol Hill

Thu, Jul 30 · 7:00pm

via Volunteer Park Summer Music View listing

Downtown Summer Sounds — TBA

Occidental Square · Pioneer Square

Thu, Jul 30 · 6:00pm

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Centerpiece Jazz Band

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sat, Aug 1 · 2:00pm

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KEXP Concerts at the Mural — SASAMI / Sol / Daiistar + KEXP DJs

Seattle Center Mural Amphitheatre · Seattle Center

Sat, Aug 1 · 2:00pm

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Pacific Cascade Big Band

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sun, Aug 2 · 2:00pm

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ABBAGRAPHS

Des Moines Beach Park · Beach Park

Wed, Aug 5 · 7:00pm

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Downtown Summer Sounds — TBA

Bell Street Park · Belltown

Thu, Aug 6 · 6:00pm

via Downtown Summer Sounds View listing

Volunteer Park Summer Music — TBA

Volunteer Park Amphitheater · Capitol Hill

Thu, Aug 6 · 7:00pm

via Volunteer Park Summer Music View listing

Capitol Hill Block Party — Day 1 (free street stages)

Capitol Hill · Capitol Hill

Fri, Aug 7 · 12:00pm

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Capitol Hill Block Party — Day 2 (free street stages)

Capitol Hill · Capitol Hill

Sat, Aug 8 · 12:00pm

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Batucada

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sat, Aug 8 · 2:00pm

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Capitol Hill Block Party — Day 3 (free street stages)

Capitol Hill · Capitol Hill

Sun, Aug 9 · 12:00pm

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Ballard Sedentary Sousa Band

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sun, Aug 9 · 2:00pm

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Stevie and the Blue Flames

Des Moines Beach Park · Beach Park

Wed, Aug 12 · 7:00pm

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Downtown Summer Sounds — TBA

Union Square · Downtown

Thu, Aug 13 · 6:00pm

via Downtown Summer Sounds View listing

Volunteer Park Summer Music — TBA

Volunteer Park Amphitheater · Capitol Hill

Thu, Aug 13 · 7:00pm

via Volunteer Park Summer Music View listing

Mach One Jazz Orchestra

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sat, Aug 15 · 2:00pm

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Pacifica Big Band

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sun, Aug 16 · 2:00pm

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Power of Love

Des Moines Beach Park · Beach Park

Wed, Aug 19 · 7:00pm

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Volunteer Park Summer Music — TBA

Volunteer Park Amphitheater · Capitol Hill

Thu, Aug 20 · 7:00pm

via Volunteer Park Summer Music View listing

Downtown Summer Sounds — TBA

Westlake Park · Downtown

Thu, Aug 20 · 6:00pm

via Downtown Summer Sounds View listing

StageOne

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sat, Aug 22 · 2:00pm

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HyperResonance Sax Ensemble

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sun, Aug 23 · 2:00pm

via Ballard Locks Summer Concerts View listing

Downtown Summer Sounds — TBA

Westlake Park · Downtown

Thu, Aug 27 · 6:00pm

via Downtown Summer Sounds View listing

Musica Molida

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sat, Aug 29 · 2:00pm

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Lynnwood Community Band

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sun, Aug 30 · 2:00pm

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Washington State Letter Carriers Band

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sat, Sep 5 · 2:00pm

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Third Harbour

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Sun, Sep 6 · 2:00pm

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Moondance, Van Morrison Band

Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks · Ballard

Mon, Sep 7 · 2:00pm

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Recurring Concert Series in Seattle

Volunteer Park Summer Music — TBA8 shows Downtown Summer Sounds — TBA8 shows

Free Live Music in Seattle

Seattle has 51 free concerts coming up, including Volunteer Park Summer Music — TBA and Downtown Summer Sounds — TBA. All events are completely free — no tickets, no cover charges.

Shows take place at Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks, Volunteer Park Amphitheater, and Des Moines Beach Park and other venues across Ballard, Capitol Hill, and Downtown. Events run through September 2026.

Genres include Rock, Pop, and Country and more.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Are there free concerts in Seattle this weekend?: Yes — check our free concerts in Seattle this weekend page for the current weekend's shows. All events are free to attend with no tickets or cover charge.
Where can I see free live music in Seattle?: Popular free music venues in Seattle include Hiram M. Chittenden Ballard Locks, Volunteer Park Amphitheater, Des Moines Beach Park. Browse all Seattle venues for a full list.
Do I need tickets for free concerts in Seattle?: Most free concerts in Seattle are walk-up free — no tickets or reservation needed, just show up. Some events are free RSVP, which is noted on each listing.
What kinds of music are at free concerts in Seattle?: Free concerts in Seattle cover a wide range of genres including Rock, Pop, Country, and more. Check individual listings for genre details.
How often are new free concerts added for Seattle?: This page is updated daily as new events are announced. Current listings run through September 2026.