Early September in the Seattle area promises a packed schedule: the theatrical magic of Harry Potter, concerts by Tame Impala, Andrea Bocelli and Tori Amos, Bumbershoot, PAX West and the Washington State Fair, rodeos, fairs, sports games and free museum days. Visitors looking for unusual experiences can stroll through sunflower farms, ride a miniature train or a sailing schooner, dance in the park and discover new video games. This complete event roundup is based on information from Events12 — https://www.events12.com/seattle/.
Seattle-area events from September 2 to 9, 2026
| Date | Location | Description | Resources |
|---|---|---|---|
| September 2–7 | Tacoma, Point Defiance Park | Venardos Circus combines circus, Cirque du Soleil-style and vaudeville acts with acrobats, aerialists, jugglers and dancers. | Website, Yelp Reviews, Map, Video |
| September 2–12 | Seattle, Paramount Theatre | Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is a play about grown-up Harry, Ron and Hermione, who must confront a past that refuses to stay in the past. The production features illusions and magic; recommended for ages 8 and up. There are no performances on Mondays. | Tickets and Information, Map, Tickets |
| September 2–27 | Woodinville, Chateau Ste. Michelle | Summer Concerts at the Winery: jazz, rock, blues and contemporary music in the amphitheater. During this period, performances include Tori Amos on September 2, Beck on September 18 and Hermanos Gutiérrez on September 27. | Schedule, Map, Tickets, Video |
| September 2–28 | Various locations | Sunflower farm walks with photo areas, wagon rides and children’s activities. The farms are located in Olympia, Snohomish, Nisqually and Duvall; operating dates vary by location. | — |
| September 2 | Seattle, Seattle Rep and Paramount Theatre | Theater productions: Harry Potter and the Cursed Child at Paramount Theatre and the musical Freak the Mighty at Seattle Rep. | Harry Potter and the Cursed Child |
| September 2 | Seattle, Climate Pledge Arena | Concert by Tame Impala. | — |
| September 2–October 31 | Seattle waterfront | Bay Lady schooner sailing excursion on Elliott Bay. Two-hour daytime and sunset cruises depart from Seattle’s Tall Ship; snacks and drinks are available on board. | Map, Video |
| September 2–December 27 | Various locations | Free concerts in Arlington, at the Ballard Locks, in Bellevue, Columbia City, Kirkland, Lake Forest Park, Maple Valley, Mill Creek and Seattle Center. The nearest dates are September 2–6. | — |
| September 2–December 31 | Seattle and surrounding areas | Tours: a harbor cruise, a Mount Rainier tour, a food walk through Pike Place Market, visits to the Space Needle and Chihuly Garden and Glass, and Seattle’s underground tours in Pioneer Square. | — |
| December 2, 2026–December 31, 2027 | Various locations | Free activities: tours at the Ballard Locks, the Bellevue Botanical Garden, classical music concerts, and Seattle museums and attractions including the Frye, Gold Rush and Henry Art Gallery museums, Kubota Garden, Olympic Sculpture Park and walking routes. | — |
| September 3 | Seattle and Tacoma | Free Museum Day on the first Thursday of the month: the Arboretum, Burke Museum, Museum of History & Industry, Museum of Flight, Nordic Museum, Seattle Art Museum, Seattle Asian Art Museum, Seattle Japanese Garden, Tacoma Art Museum, Volunteer Park Conservatory and Wing Luke Museum. | — |
| September 3–7 | Monroe, Evergreen State Fairgrounds | Evergreen State Fair: farm animals, pig races, fair food, monster trucks, carnival rides and shows. The fair is closed on September 3. | Website, Map, Photos, Video |
| September 3–7 | Ellensburg, Ellensburg Rodeo Grounds | Ellensburg Rodeo—the largest rodeo in Washington State, featuring live music, a carnival and the Kittitas County Fair. | Rodeo, Fair, Schedule, Map, Photos |
| September 3–8 | Seattle parks | Dancing ’til Dusk in the Park: a one-hour dance lesson followed by music and open dancing in city parks. | Website, Photos, Video |
| September 3–18 | Various locations | Free Seattle Art Walks in the Pioneer Square, Central District, Mercer Island, Capitol Hill, West Seattle, Belltown, Ballard, Georgetown, Edmonds and University District neighborhoods. | Website |
| September 3–27 | Seattle, T-Mobile Park | Seattle Mariners home games against the Athletics and Texas Rangers during the September 3–9 period. | Schedule, Map, Tickets |
| September 4–6 | Seattle, The Royal Room | Staycation Music Festival—three evenings of live music in Columbia City. | Map |
| September 4–6 | Olympia | Olympia Harbor Days—a craft fair, food trucks, live music, tours of historic tugboats and a Sunday tugboat parade followed by a race. | Website, Map, Video |
| September 4–6 | Oak Harbor, Whidbey Island | Oak Harbor Music Festival—35 bands on multiple stages, 15 food vendors, beer, wine, decorative arts and crafts. | Website, Map, Video |
| September 4–7 | Seattle, Seattle Convention Center | PAX West—a gaming convention featuring video game previews, interactive panels, competitions and cosplay. | Website, Map, Photos |
| September 4–26 | Seattle, Hotel Andra | Hot Stove Society cooking classes with professional chefs: paella, pasta, bao, French pastries, New Orleans dishes, enchiladas, salmon, samosas, pho and potstickers. | Schedule and Tickets, Map, Video |
| September 4–27 | Puyallup, Washington State Fair Events Center | Washington State Fair—animals, rides, rodeo, food and entertainment. The fair is closed on Tuesdays and September 9. | Website, Map, Photos |
| September 4–27 | Puyallup | Washington State Fair concert series on the fair’s main grandstand. | Concert Schedule, Map |
| October 4–10 | Seattle, Lake Union | Dance parties aboard The Hiyu ferry with live or DJ music, food trucks and bars. Most cruises depart from MOHAI; attendees must be 21 or older. | Schedule, Map, Photos |
| September 5 | Seattle, W Seattle | The Ambrosia Sessions bourbon tasting with mini cocktails, seasonal snacks and interactive projects by local makers. Guests must be 21 or older. | Tickets and Information, Map |
| September 5 | Seattle, Museum of Pop Culture | Star Trek 60th Anniversary—craft activities, performances, special guests and a conversation with Wil Wheaton. | Program, Dinner, Map |
| September 5 | Seattle, Cal Anderson Park | One Shot Seattle—a team-based fantasy citywide game with challenges and missions throughout the city. | Registration and Tickets, Map, Photos |
| September 5 | Tacoma, Waterfront Market at Ruston | Free Children’s Business Fair featuring 65 booths run by young entrepreneurs ages 5 to 17. | Website, Map, Photos |
| September 5–6 | Seattle, Seattle Center | Bumbershoot—a music, film, comedy and arts festival held over Labor Day weekend. Free tickets are available for children under 12. | Website, Schedule, Map |
| September 5–6 | Richland, Howard Amon Park | Tumbleweed Music Festival—six stages, around 100 performances, workshops, food and craft vendors, plus contra dancing on Sunday. | Website, Map, Festival Map |
| September 5–7 | Bremerton waterfront | Bremerton Blackberry Festival—live music, a children’s stage, a beer and wine garden, and an arts, jewelry and food fair. | Website, Photos, Map |
| September 5–26 | Seattle, Base Camp Studios 2 | All In—an interactive underground-casino-style show with games, mysteries, live music and puzzles. Ages 18 and up. | Tickets, Seattle Times Review, Map |
| September 5–26 | Seattle neighborhoods | Walking architecture tours by the Seattle Architecture Foundation covering Capitol Hill, downtown, the waterfront, Seattle Center, Ballard, Mount Baker and Queen Anne. | Tours, Frequently Asked Questions, Video |
| September 5–October 31 | Skykomish | Miniature train rides on Saturdays: a 10-minute route through a bridge and tunnel, plus a visit to the gift shop. | Great Northern & Cascade Railway, Kitsap Live Steamers, Map |
| September 5 | Seattle, Lumen Field | Seattle Sounders home match against the New York Red Bulls. | Schedule, Map, Tickets |
| September 6 | Seattle, Hilton Motif | Seattle Indies Expo—a free showcase of 40 new video games with opportunities to meet the developers. The party begins at 6 p.m. | Website, Map |
| September 6 | Edmonds | Edmonds Classic Car Show—around 300 classic cars and motorcycles, live music, food trucks and a beer garden. | Website, Venue Map, Map |
| September 6–27 | Seattle, Arctic Club Hotel and Nordic Museum | Candlelight concerts: a string quartet performs familiar compositions in a candlelit atmosphere. The program includes music by ABBA, Queen, Michael Jackson, the Beatles, Hans Zimmer and Coldplay. | Tickets and Schedule, Video |
| September 6–November 1 | Seattle, Lumen Field | Seattle Reign home matches during the September 6–9 period: against San Diego Wave and Bay FC. | Schedule, Map, Tickets |
| September 6–November 21 | Seattle, Husky Stadium | University of Washington Huskies home football games: against Washington State on September 6 and Utah State on September 12. | Schedule, Map, Tickets |
| September 7 | Port Orchard, Kitsap Live Steamers | 12-minute miniature steam train ride. Cancellations are possible due to weather. | Information and Registration, Cancellation Updates, Map |
| September 8 | Seattle, Climate Pledge Arena | Concert by Andrea Bocelli. | — |
| September 8–9 | Seattle, T-Mobile Park | Seattle Mariners home games against the Texas Rangers. | Schedule, Map, Tickets |
| September 9 | Seattle, Washington 1000 | Seattle Architecture Foundation annual reception with food, beer, wine, a charity auction and opportunities to meet architecture and design enthusiasts. | Tickets and Information, Map |
| September 9–December 25 | Seattle, Lumen Field | Seattle Seahawks home game against the New England Patriots on September 9. | Website, Map, Tickets |
| September 10 | Seattle, Seattle Aquarium | After Hours: Octopus’s Beer Garden—themed animal activities, a scavenger hunt, aquarium exhibits, a bar and food. Guests must be 21 or older. | Website and Tickets, Map |