10 Things to Do in Seattle This Week · August 20–23, 2026

Music & Nightlife

The Sword, Red Fang & Spoon Benders at Showbox SoDo

Heavy rock triple bill with The Sword and Red Fang headlining Showbox SoDo for a stacked Friday night.

Friday, August 21, 2026 · Showbox SoDo, Seattle

Scott Andrew plays Happy Hour at The Royal Room

Singer-songwriter Scott Andrew performs a laid-back happy hour set at South Seattle's premier live music venue.

Friday, August 21, 2026 · The Royal Room, 5000 Rainier Avenue S, Seattle

Moses Storm at Emerald City Comedy Club

Flash Sale $10 GA tickets for standup comedian Moses Storm at Seattle's intimate cabaret-style comedy club.

Sunday, August 23, 2026 · Emerald City Comedy Club, 210 Broadway E, Seattle

Karol G at Lumen Field

Global reggaeton superstar Karol G plays Lumen Field in a massive outdoor arena show.

Wednesday, August 26, 2026 · Lumen Field, Seattle

Arts & Culture

Hollywood Crime Scene at Emerald City Comedy Club

True crime-meets-comedy show Hollywood Crime Scene takes the stage at Emerald City Comedy Club.

Thursday, August 20, 2026 · Emerald City Comedy Club, 210 Broadway E, Seattle

Chris Martin at Laughs Comedy Seattle

Comedian Chris Martin headlines two nights of standup comedy at Laughs Comedy Club in Roosevelt.

Friday, August 21, 2026 · Laughs Comedy Club, 5220 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle

Henry Art Gallery: Public Opening – Summer Exhibitions

The Henry reopens its Skyspace and Sculpture Court with a summer celebration and new exhibitions including Joiri Minaya and Day-to-Day: Rhythm, Routine, Resistance.

Thursday, August 27, 2026 · Henry Art Gallery, University of Washington, Seattle

Free Events

Workout Wednesdays at Seattle Center

Free outdoor fitness classes every Wednesday through August 26 including Gentle Yoga at 5:30pm, Zumba at 6:45pm, and Mat Pilates at 6:45pm at Seattle Center Armory.

Wednesday, August 26, 2026 5:30 PM · Seattle Center Armory / South Exhibition Hall Lawn, Seattle

Date Night

Learn to Swing Dance

Seattle Singles and Social Network Group hosts a beginner swing dance lesson — a perfect activity to do with someone new.

Tuesday, August 25, 2026 7:15 PM · Seattle

Outdoors & Active

Kayaking with Men's Activity Group

Community kayaking outing organized by the Men's Activity Group — a great Sunday on the water.

Sunday, August 23, 2026 11:00 AM · Seattle area