14 Things to Do in Seattle This Week · May 7–10, 2026

Arts & Culture

Jesus Christ Superstar

The iconic rock opera runs at the 5th Avenue Theatre with performances nightly through its limited engagement.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 7:30 PM · The 5th Avenue Theatre, 1308 5th Avenue, Seattle

Beyond Mysticism: The Modern Northwest

SAM's landmark exhibition explores a raw, unfiltered artistic response to 20th-century Seattle's rapid industrialization and urban transformation.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Seattle Art Museum, 1300 First Avenue, Seattle

Seattle Opera's Carmen

Seattle Opera revives Bizet's radical, dangerous Carmen with its full theatrical energy through May 17.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 7:30 PM · Seattle Opera

Gus Constantellis at Laughs Comedy

Stand-up comedian Gus Constantellis performs a one-night-only show at Laughs Comedy Club in Seattle.

Wednesday, May 13, 2026 7:00 PM · Laughs Comedy Club, 5220 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle

Free Events

SAM Talks: Raising a Park

A public talk at the Olympic Sculpture Park exploring the history and future of one of Seattle's most beloved waterfront green spaces.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Olympic Sculpture Park, 2901 Western Avenue, Seattle

Family-Friendly

Baby Rave

A daytime dance party designed for babies, toddlers, and their grown-ups at the Seattle Art Museum.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 · Seattle Art Museum, 1300 First Avenue, Seattle

Festivals & Special Events

SIFF 2026 – Seattle International Film Festival

SIFF kicks off its landmark 52nd festival, one of the largest and most celebrated film festivals in North America, screening hundreds of films across the city.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 · Seattle

Seattle Wellness Block Party

An indoor/outdoor half-day wellness festival featuring yoga, guided breathwork, HIIT, sauna and cold plunge garden, live DJ sets, and local food and wellness vendors at 415 Westlake.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 9:00 AM · Kaká​o, 415 Westlake Ave N, Seattle, WA 98109

Music & Nightlife

Jaboukie Young-White at Laughs Comedy

Rising comedy star Jaboukie Young-White performs live at Laughs Comedy Club for two nights only.

Friday, May 8, 2026 · Laughs Comedy Club, 5220 Roosevelt Way NE, Seattle

The Red Pears + Together Pangea

Indie rock double bill featuring The Red Pears and Together Pangea at Substation in Seattle.

Saturday, May 9, 2026 7:00 PM · Substation, Seattle

Date Night

Piano Night at Otter on the Rocks

A cozy live piano night at Otter on the Rocks, one of West Seattle's beloved neighborhood bars.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 · Otter on the Rocks, West Seattle

Angelo De Augustine w/ Hannah Frances

Intimate indie folk songwriter Angelo De Augustine performs with opener Hannah Frances at the elegant Triple Door.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 7:30 PM · The Triple Door, 216 Union Street, Seattle

Outdoors & Active

The Beer Junction's Monthly Bike Ride

West Seattle's beloved Beer Junction hosts their monthly neighborhood bike ride — a casual roll through local streets followed by craft beers.

Thursday, May 7, 2026 · The Beer Junction, West Seattle

Learn How to Handstand (All Levels)

A workshop at Jae Studios teaching handstand technique to all skill levels, from beginners to more advanced practitioners.

Friday, May 8, 2026 6:30 PM · Jae Studios, Seattle