16 Things to Do in Seattle This Week · July 2–5, 2026

Free Events

Free First Thursday – Museums

Twelve Seattle-area museums open free on the first Thursday of the month, including SAM, Burke Museum, Museum of Flight, Nordic Museum, Wing Luke Museum, and more.

Thursday, July 2, 2026 Various times (SAM 10 AM–8 PM; Museum of Flight 5–9 PM) · Multiple locations, Seattle & Tacoma

Arts & Culture

Cameron Anne Mason: Alchemy

Solo exhibition of new paintings by Cameron Anne Mason opens at Foster/White Gallery, running through July 25 with an artist talk on July 11.

Thursday, July 2, 2026 · Foster/White Gallery, Pioneer Square

Seattle's Funniest – Prelims

Comedy competition prelim rounds run nightly through July 14 at Emerald City Comedy Club.

Thursday, July 2, 2026 · Emerald City Comedy Club, 210 Broadway E, Seattle

Luther Vandross: Artistry and Elegance

Traveling exhibition honoring the life and legacy of R&B legend Luther Vandross at the Northwest African American Museum.

Sunday, July 5, 2026 10:00 AM–5:00 PM · Northwest African American Museum (NAAM), Seattle

Henry Art Gallery – Day-to-Day: Rhythm, Routine, Resistance (Opening)

New exhibition at the Henry Art Gallery exploring themes of daily life, routine, and resistance opens to the public.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 · Henry Art Gallery, University of Washington

Tacoma Aroma vs. Seattle Freeze Roast Battle

A city-pride comedy roast battle pitting Tacoma against Seattle comedians at Laughs Comedy Club.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 · Laughs Comedy Club, 5220 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle

Date Night

Seattle Aquarium After Hours: Have a Ball

A ticketed after-hours evening event at the Seattle Aquarium running from 5:30 to 8:30 PM.

Thursday, July 2, 2026 5:30 PM–8:30 PM · Seattle Aquarium, Waterfront

The Joe Casalini Trio at The Royal Room

Jazz trio evening at The Royal Room, South Seattle's premier intimate live music venue with full dining.

Friday, July 3, 2026 · The Royal Room, 5000 Rainier Ave S, Seattle

Music & Nightlife

DecaDance at The Royal Room

Live music night at South Seattle's intimate Royal Room venue.

Thursday, July 2, 2026 · The Royal Room, 5000 Rainier Ave S, Seattle

Turnpike Troubadours at Chateau Ste. Michelle

Red-dirt country legends Turnpike Troubadours perform at the iconic Woodinville winery amphitheater.

Thursday, July 2, 2026 6:00 PM · Chateau Ste. Michelle, 14111 NE 145th St, Woodinville

Skáld at El Corazon

Nordic Viking music ensemble Skáld performs their atmospheric blend of ancient chants and folk melodies at El Corazon.

Friday, July 3, 2026 · El Corazon, Seattle

Food & Drink

Dolly Parton Fourth of July Drag Brunch

A festive Fourth of July drag brunch celebrating Dolly Parton at Emerald City Comedy Club.

Sunday, July 5, 2026 · Emerald City Comedy Club, 210 Broadway E, Seattle

Outdoors & Active

Independence Day Walk in Sea-Tac

A $4 Volksport group walk in Sea-Tac on Independence Day morning.

Saturday, July 4, 2026 9:00 AM · Sea-Tac area

Flow Fitness x Sound Off: Flow in the Park

Outdoor barre and yoga classes at Lake Union Park with complimentary Sound Off wireless headphones for an immersive fitness experience.

Wednesday, July 8, 2026 5:00 PM–7:00 PM · Lake Union Park, 860 Terry Avenue North, Seattle

21st Century Scientific Wing Chun Seattle Workshop

A hands-on Wing Chun martial arts workshop at Union Cultural Center for all skill levels.

Saturday, July 11, 2026 10:00 AM · Union Cultural Center, Seattle

Festivals & Special Events

WA Bus' Candidate Survivor Seattle

WA Bus hosts a lively political event in Seattle where candidates compete in a Survivor-style format.

Thursday, July 16, 2026 6:30 PM–11:00 PM · Seattle