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Happy February, Seattle. 🌸 If you’re anything like us, you’re ecstatic about the later sunsets, romantic dinners, and another month of skiing on the horizon — and with all that excitement, you’re also looking for fun local events to attend. Read on for all the top events happening this month in the Emerald City.
Feb. 1-6
Tuesday, Feb. 1
- Armchair Expert | Tues., Feb. 1 | 8 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $49.50+ | Armchair Expert, a podcast which takes a honest, forgiving look at our messy human lives through interviews with public figures like Stacey Abrams and Kristen Stewart, heads to Seattle for a live show.
- Open Arts Mic | Tues., Feb. 1 | 8 p.m. | Fremont Abbey Arts Center | Free | An open mic and stage for Seattle poets, dancers, musicians, and other performance artists. 🎤
- The Secret Life of Bears (National Geographic Live) | Tues., Feb. 1 | 7:30 p.m. | Benaroya Hall | $30+ | Behind-the-scenes stories from National Geographic photographers and scientists about bear encounters during filming for the documentary “The Secret Life of Bears.” 🐻
- Intro to Qigong + Tai Chi | Tues., Feb. 1 | 6-7 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Learn the basics for these centering body-mind practices that emphasize balance.
- Field to Table | Tues., Feb. 1 | 7 p.m. | Lumen Field | $109 per person | Enjoy outdoor dining at the stadium with a meal prepared by chef Jason Wilson of the Lakehouse. 🍽️
Wednesday, Feb. 2
- Tig Notaro | Wed., Feb. 2 | 7 p.m. | The Moore Theatre | $32+ | The Grammy award-winning comedian known for her deadpan humor hits Seattle.
- Goth Babe | Wed., Feb. 2 | 8 p.m. | The Neptune Theatre | $22+ | The indie/surf rock band that records all of its music in the back of a solar-powered camper heads up The Neptune for a show.
- Chelsea Handler | Wed., Feb. 2| The Paramount Theater | $45+ | The popular comedian and former TV host hits Seattle on her “Vaccinated and Horny” stand-up tour.
- Field to Table | Wed., Feb. 2 | 8:30 p.m. | Lumen Field | $119 per person | Enjoy outdoor dining at the stadium with a meal prepared by chef Josh Delgado of Le Coin. 🍽️
- “Groundhog Day” | Wed. Feb. 2 | 4 p.m. + 7 p.m. | Central Cinema | $14 | Well, it’s Groundhog Day … again. So why not check out this 90s comedy classic?
- All Them Witches | Wed., Feb. 2 | 8 p.m. | The Showbox (Downtown) | $20 | The Nashville psychedelic rock band have churned out five LPs now, and are just starting to hit their groove.
- Fannie: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer | Wed., Feb. 2 | 7:30 p.m. | Seattle REP | $17+ | This one-woman show tells the life of the civil rights activist.
Thursday, Feb. 3
- Goth Babe | Thurs., Feb. 3 | 8 p.m. | The Neptune Theatre | $22+ | The indie/surf rock band that records all of its music in the back of a solar-powered camper heads up The Neptune for a show.
- Chelsea Handler | Thurs., Feb. 3 | The Paramount Theater | $45+ | The popular comedian and former TV host hits Seattle on her “Vaccinated and Horny” stand-up tour.
- “Hotter Than Egypt” | Thurs., Feb. 3 | 7:30 p.m. | ACT Theatre | $27+ | Be there for the world premier of this Cairo-set dramedy by Seattle playwright Yussef El Guindi.
- Field to Table | Thurs., Feb. 3 | 8:30 p.m. | Lumen Field | $119 per person | Enjoy outdoor dining at the stadium with a meal prepared by chef Maximillian Petty of Eden Hill. 🍽️
- Honky Tonk Happy Hour | Thurs., Feb. 3 | 6-9 p.m. | Slim’s Last Chance Saloon | Free | The lively dive features a no-cover live show with singer-songwriter Billy Joe Huels.
- Beauty and the Beast Broadway Musical | Thurs., Feb. 3 | 1:30 + 7:30 p.m. | The 5th Avenue Theater | $49+ | Disney’s Beauty and the Beast is headed to Seattle for a live performance with a perennial piece of musical theater at the 5th. 🎭
- Brendan Gay | Thurs., Feb. 3 | 8 p.m. | Club Comedy Seattle | $20 | This comedian has been a finalist in several competitions, like TruTV’s “Comedy Breakout Initiative”.
- Fannie: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer | Thurs., Feb. 3 | 7:30 p.m. | Seattle REP | $17+ | This one-woman show tells the life of the civil rights activist.
Friday, Feb. 4
- Roméo et Juliette | Fri., Feb. 4 | 7:30 p.m. | McCaw Hall | $30+ | The Pacific Northwest Ballet performs the heart-breaking Shakespeare classic with choreography from Jean-Christophe Maillot. 🩰
- Key’Mon W. Murrah in Recital | Fri., Feb. 4 | 7:30 p.m. | Tagney Jones Hall | $35 | The operatic performer kicks off Seattle Opera’s Black History Month programming with a rendition of works by Duke Ellington, Moses Hogan + Jacqueline Hairston. 🎶
- Field to Table | Fri., Feb. 4 | 5:15 + 8:30 p.m. | Lumen Field | $119 per person | Enjoy outdoor dining at the stadium with a meal prepared by chef Matt Lewis of the food truck Where Ya At Matt. 🍽️
- Cat Tower | Fri., Feb. 4 | 12-10 p.m. | Museum of Museums | $20 | This fur-raising art exhibit features 12-16 free-standing sculptures meant to double as cat play areas — and real-life felines are invited to enjoy them. 🐈
- Art Battle Seattle | Fri., Feb. 4 | 6-10 p.m. | Hale’s Ales Palladium | $17+ | Enjoy a night watching artists create + compete by creating a work in just 20 minutes. 🎨
- Sibelius One Untuxed | Fri., Feb. 4 | Taper Auditorium | $18+ | Kick off your weekend with a night of classical music in the Benaroya Hall as Sibelius One Untuxed features the composer’s First Symphony.
- Brendan Gay | Fri., Feb. 4 | 8 + 10:30 p.m. | Club Comedy Seattle | $20 | This comedian has been a finalist in several competitions, like TruTV’s “Comedy Breakout Initiative”.
- Seattle Boat Show | Fri., Feb. 4 | Hours vary by location | Lumen Field + Bell Harbor Marina | $18+ | Check out new boat models, drool over fancy yachts, or attend one of the several seminars. 🛥️
- Fannie: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer | Fri., Feb. 4 | 7:30 p.m. | Seattle REP | $17+ | This one-woman show tells the life of the civil rights activist.
Saturday, Feb. 5
- Roméo et Juliette | Sat., Feb. 5 | 2 + 7:30 p.m. | McCaw Hall | $30+ | The Pacific Northwest Ballet performs the heart-breaking Shakespeare classic with choreography from Jean-Christophe Maillot. 🩰
- Mike Birbiglia | Sat., Feb. 5 | 8 p.m. | The Moore Theatre | $35+ | This actor-comedian has appeared in hit shows + movies like “Orange is the New Black,” “Trainwreck,” and “Sleepwalk with Me.”
- Goose | Sat., Feb. 5 | 8 p.m. | The Neptune Theatre | $30.50 | The innovative American indie-groove band stops by Seattle for a show.
- Earl Sweatshirt + Action Bronson | Sat., Feb. 5 | 8 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $50+ | These two prominent rappers are sure to put on an unforgettable show.
- 12th Annual Belgian Fest | Sat., Feb. 5 | 12-6 p.m. | Seattle Center | $40 | Tickets include 10 4oz. pours of the Belgian-style beers from breweries like Elysian Brewing and Optimism Brewing. 🍻
- Field to Table | Sat., Feb. 5 | 5:15 + 8:30 p.m. | Lumen Field | $119 per person | Enjoy outdoor dining at the stadium with a meal prepared by chef Kaleena Bliss of the Thompson Hotel.
- Cat Tower | Sat., Feb. 5 | 12-10 p.m. | Museum of Museums | $20 | This fur-raising art exhibit features 12-16 free-standing sculptures meant to double as cat play areas — and real-life felines are invited to enjoy them. 🐈
- Brendan Gay | Sat., Feb. 5 | 8 + 10:30 p.m. | Club Comedy Seattle | $20 | This comedian has been a finalist in several competitions, like TruTV’s “Comedy Breakout Initiative”.
- Seattle Boat Show | Sat., Feb. 5 | Hours vary by location | Lumen Field + Bell Harbor Marina | $18+ | Check out new boat models, drool over fancy yachts, or attend one of the several seminars. 🛥️
- Socially Inept: Tech Roast Show | Sat., Feb. 5 | 8 p.m. | Hale’s Ales Palladium | $25+ | There’s a lot Seattle can say to make fun of itself — this comedy show focuses on getting a laugh out of our goofy tech community.
- Run or Wine 5k + 8k | Sat., Feb. 5 | 12 p.m. | Sammamish River Trailhead | $30+ | A portion of ticket prices benefit the American Heart Association, plus it comes with race photos + results, a sticker, and drink tickets for wine, beer, or cider.
- Fannie: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer | Sat., Feb. 5 | 2 + 7:30 p.m. | Seattle REP | $17+ | This one-woman show tells the life of the civil rights activist.
Sunday, Feb. 6
- Roméo et Juliette | Sun., Feb. 6 | 1 p.m. | McCaw Hall | $30+ | The Pacific Northwest Ballet performs the heart-breaking Shakespeare classic with choreography from Jean-Christophe Maillot. 🩰
- Mike Birbiglia | Sun., Feb. 6 | 8 p.m. | The Moore Theatre | $35+ | This actor-comedian has appeared in hit shows + movies like “Orange is the New Black,” “Trainwreck,” and “Sleepwalk with Me.”
- Split Flipper Sunday | Sun., Feb. 6 | 6 p.m. | The Ice Box, 615 NW Bright St. | $5 | Calling all pinball wizards — this knockout tournament will test your twitch reflexes.
- Seattle Boat Show | Sun., Feb. 6 | Hours vary by location | Lumen Field + Bell Harbor Marina | $18+ | Check out new boat models, drool over fancy yachts, or attend one of the several seminars. 🛥️
- Seattle Seawolves vs. Toronto Arrows | Sun., Feb. 6 | 7 p.m. | Starfire Sports Complex | $25+ | Seattle’s pro rugby team faces off against the Toronto Arrows at home. 🏉
- Fannie: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer | Sun., Feb. 6 | 2 p.m. | Seattle REP | $17+ | This one-woman show tells the life of the civil rights activist.
Feb. 7-13
Monday, Feb. 7
- Marina | Mon., Feb. 7 | 8 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $47.50+ | The colorful pop artist tours with her fifth studio album “Ancient Dreams in a Modern Land.” 🍇
- Shinedown | Mon., Feb. 7 | 8 p.m. | The Moore Theatre | $56.50+ | This early naughts favorite rock band arrives in Seattle for a show that might bring just a little nostalgia with it.
- Field to Table | Mon., Feb. 7 | 5:15 + 8:30 p.m. | Lumen Field | $109 per person | Enjoy outdoor dining at the stadium with a meal prepared by chef Jason Stoneburner. 🍽️
- Seattle Boat Show | Mon., Feb. 7 | Hours vary by location | Lumen Field + Bell Harbor Marina | $18+ | Check out new boat models, drool over fancy yachts, or attend one of the several seminars. 🛥️
- Head in the Clouds Trivia | Mon., Feb. 7 | 7:30 p.m. | Optimism Brewing Company | $5 | Trivia rounds to stretch every part of your brain with traditionally formatted trivia questions and audio + visual rounds.
Tuesday, Feb. 8
- Caravan Palace | Tues., Feb. 8 | 8 p.m. | The Showbox SoDo | $30+ | This French bop band’s music seduces the imagination with its distinctive vintage pop sound.
- Seattle Boat Show | Tues., Feb. 8 | Hours vary by location | Lumen Field + Bell Harbor Marina | $18+ | Check out new boat models, drool over fancy yachts, or attend one of the several seminars. 🛥️
- Fannie: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer | Tues., Feb. 8 | 7:30 p.m. | Seattle REP | $17+ | This one-woman show tells the life of the civil rights activist.
Wednesday, Feb. 9
- Slash ft. Myles Kennedy and the Conspirators | Wed., Feb. 9 | 7:30 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $45+ | Slash featuring Myles Kennedy and The Conspirators have traveled all over the world since releasing their first album a decade ago, but now they’re here to rock your socks off.
- Ladysmith Black Mambazo | Wed., Feb. 9 | 8 p.m. | The Neptune Theatre | $35+ | The Grammy award-winning South African band has traveled around the world for more than 60 years.
- Northwest Flower & Garden Festival | Wed., Feb. 9 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. | Washington State Convention Center | $20+ | Seattle’s annual gardening festival is back at the convention center with lots of plants to see, workshops to join, and live music to enjoy. 🌸
- Seattle Boat Show | Wed., Feb. 9 | Hours vary by location | Lumen Field + Bell Harbor Marina | $18+ | Check out new boat models, drool over fancy yachts, or attend one of the several seminars. 🛥️
- Fannie: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer | Wed., Feb. 9 | 7:30 p.m. | Seattle REP | $17+ | This one-woman show tells the life of the civil rights activist.
Thursday, Feb. 10
- Roméo et Juliette | Thurs., Feb. 10 | 7:30 p.m. | McCaw Hall | $30+ | The Pacific Northwest Ballet performs the heart-breaking Shakespeare classic with choreography from Jean-Christophe Maillot. 🩰
- A.I.M. by Kyle Abraham: An Untitled Love | Thurs., Feb. 10 | 7:30 p.m. | The Moore Theatre | $42.50 | The major dance theatre brings Seattle a story of Black love through the music of D’Angelo.
- Jazz at Lincoln Center Orchestra with Wynton Marsalis | Thurs., Feb. 10 | 7:30 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $41.25+ | The 15 jazz soloists and ensemble members perform a range of works with everything between their own written pieces and Duke Ellington classics. 🎷
- Northwest Flower & Garden Festival | Thurs., Feb. 10 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. | Washington State Convention Center | $20+ | Seattle’s annual gardening festival is back with lots of gardens and plants to see, workshops to join, and live music to enjoy. 🌸
- Bo Johnson | Thurs., Feb. 10 | 8 p.m. | Club Comedy Seattle | $20 | This Seattle-based comedian was featured on the likes of “Kevin Hart Presents: Hart of City” and “LOL Live!.”
- Seattle Boat Show | Thurs., Feb. 10 | Hours vary by location | Lumen Field + Bell Harbor Marina | $18+ | Check out new boat models, drool over fancy yachts, or attend one of the several seminars. 🛥️
- Just a Phase: a QT/POC Comedy Show | Thurs., Feb. 10 | 9 p.m. | Olmstead | $15+ | This comedy show highlights local LGBTQ+ and BIPOC performers.
- Twisted Cabaret | Thurs., Feb. 10 | 7:30 p.m. | Hale’s Ales Palladium | $24+ | What’s more romantic than sword-swallowing, juggling, knife-throwing, and a little bit of laughter? 🤹
- Seattle Seawolves vs. Utah Warriors | Thurs., Feb. 10 | 7:30 p.m. | Starfire Sports Complex | $25+ | Seattle’s pro rugby team faces off against the Utah Warriors at home. 🏉
- Fannie: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer | Thurs., Feb. 10 | 7:30 p.m. | Seattle REP | $17+ | This one-woman show tells the life of the civil rights activist.
Friday, Feb. 11
- Roméo et Juliette | Fri., Feb. 11 | 7:30 p.m. | McCaw Hall | $30+ | The Pacific Northwest Ballet performs the heart-breaking Shakespeare classic with choreography from Jean-Christophe Maillot. 🩰
- Paul Reiser | Fri., Feb. 11 | 7:30 p.m. | The Neptune Theatre | $37.50 | The multi-faceted actor-comedian has appeared on shows such as “Stranger Things” and “The Kominsky Method.”
- Northwest Flower & Garden Festival | Fri., Feb. 11 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. | Washington State Convention Center | $20+ | Seattle’s annual gardening festival is back with lots of gardens and plants to see, workshops to join, and live music to enjoy. 🌸
- Belltown Art Walk | Fri., Feb. 11 | 6-9 p.m. | Belltown, 2021 First Ave. | Free | Get a look at Belltown’s newest gallery exhibits and meet the artists behind the works.
- Bo Johnson | Fri., Feb. 11 | 8 + 10:30 p.m. | Club Comedy Seattle | $20 | This Seattle-based comedian was featured on the likes of “Kevin Hart Presents: Hart of City” and “LOL Live!.”
- Seattle Boat Show | Fri., Feb. 11 | Hours vary by location | Lumen Field + Bell Harbor Marina | $18+ | Check out new boat models, drool over fancy yachts, or attend one of the several seminars. 🛥️
- Twisted Cabaret | Fri., Feb. 11 | 7:30 p.m. | Hale’s Ales Palladium | $24+ | What’s more romantic than sword-swallowing, juggling, knife-throwing, and a little bit of laughter? 🤹
- Fannie: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer | Fri., Feb. 11 | 7:30 p.m. | Seattle REP | $17+ | This one-woman show tells the life of the civil rights activist.
Saturday, Feb. 12
- Roméo et Juliette | Sat., Feb. 12 | 2 + 7:30 p.m. | McCaw Hall | $30+ | The Pacific Northwest Ballet performs the heart-breaking Shakespeare classic with choreography from Jean-Christophe Maillot. 🩰
- Brian Regan | Sat., Feb. 12 | 7 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $45.25+ | The 30-year veteran comedian has been called “Your favorite comedian’s favorite comedian” by Entertainment Weekly.
- Leftover Salmon | Sat., Feb. 12 | 7:30 p.m. | The Neptune Theatre | $28+ | This band is entering its fourth decade of bluegrass and modern jam music performances.
- Fab Four: The Ultimate Beatles Tribute | Sat., Feb. 12 | 8 p.m. | The Moore Theater | $32+ | STG Presents and Emporium bring you the Fab Four, a Beatles tribute band playing all of your favorite hits.
- Fannie: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer | Sat., Feb. 12 | 2 + 7:30 p.m. | Seattle REP | $17+ | This one-woman show tells the life of the civil rights activist.
- Lunar New Year Night Market | Sat., Feb. 12 | 2-10 p.m. | Magnuson Park Hangar 30 | $10+ | This 21+ night market returns for a night filled with eating, drinking and live performances. 🧧
- Tết in Seattle | Sat., Feb. 12 | 12-6 p.m. | Seattle Center | Free | The Vietnamese festival includes live performances, food vendors, a fashion show, family-oriented activities, a beer garden, and a health fair with free blood and diabetes screenings.
- SODO Flea Market | Sat., Feb. 12 | 10 a.m.-4 p.m. | Epic Antique | Free | Seattle’s vintage and antique shops gather for a giant flea market with food + coffee trucks on site.
- Bo Johnson | Sat., Feb. 12 | 8 + 10:30 p.m. | Club Comedy Seattle | $20 | This Seattle-based comedian was featured on the likes of “Kevin Hart Presents: Hart of City” and “LOL Live!.”
- Seattle Boat Show | Sat., Feb. 12 | Hours vary by location | Lumen Field + Bell Harbor Marina | $18+ | Check out new boat models, drool over fancy yachts, or attend one of the several seminars. 🛥️
- Twisted Cabaret | Sat., Feb. 12 | 7:30 + 10 p.m. | Hale’s Ales Palladium | $24+ | What’s more romantic than sword-swallowing, juggling, knife-throwing, and a little bit of laughter? 🤹
- Valentine’s Day Weekend Boat Party | Sat., Feb. 12 | 7-11 p.m. | Lake Union Charters, 1611 Fairview Ave. | $25+ | Whether you’re attending with a partner or your friends, this boat party with its dance floors, full bar, and two viewing decks is sure to be a blast.
Sunday, Feb. 13
- Fannie: The Music and Life of Fannie Lou Hamer | Sun., Feb. 13 | 2 p.m. | Seattle REP | $17+ | This one-woman show tells the life of the civil rights activist.
- Roméo et Juliette | Sun., Feb. 13 | 1 p.m. | McCaw Hall | $30+ | The Pacific Northwest Ballet performs the heart-breaking Shakespeare classic with choreography from Jean-Christophe Maillot. 🩰
- Kronos Quartet | Sun., Feb. 13 | 7:30 p.m. | The Moore Theatre | $40+ | The touring quartet has received more than 40 awards, including three Grammys.
- Northwest Flower & Garden Festival | Sun., Feb. 13 | 9 a.m.-6 p.m. | Washington State Convention Center | $20+ | Seattle’s annual gardening festival is back with lots of gardens and plants to see, workshops to join, and live music to enjoy.
- Twisted Cabaret | Sun., Feb. 13 | 3:30 + 7:30 p.m. | Hale’s Ales Palladium | $24+ | What’s more romantic than sword-swallowing, juggling, knife-throwing, and a little bit of laughter? 🤹
- Be My Palentine Drag Tea | Sun., Feb. 13 | 1 + 4 p.m. | Hotel Sorrento | $76 | Have a leisurely afternoon tea with Valentine’s card-making supplies, light fare, cocktails, and a few drag queens.
- Tết in Seattle | Sun., Feb. 13 | 12-6 p.m. | Seattle Center | Free | The Vietnamese festival includes live performances, food vendors, a fashion show, family-oriented activities, a beer garden, and a health fair with free blood and diabetes screenings.
- Interactive Story Time: The ABCs of Black History | Sun., Feb. 13 | 1 p.m. | Virtual | Free | This Northwest African American Museum virtual event includes a reading of the children’s history book “The ABCs of Black History” by Rio Cortez before a virtual tour of a local, Black-owned business.
Feb. 14-20
Monday, Feb. 14
- Twisted Cabaret | Mon., Feb. 14 | 7:30 p.m. | Hale’s Ales Palladium | $24+ | What’s more romantic than sword-swallowing, juggling, knife-throwing, and a little bit of laughter?
- Love Is In the Art Pop-Up Paint Shop | Mon., Feb. 14 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Otterbar | $35+ | Grab your loved one — romantic or platonic — for a night of sipping, snacking, and guided painting.
- Unicorn Karaoke | Mon., Feb. 14 | 9 p.m.-1 a.m. | Unicorn | Free | One of Capitol Hill’s liveliest spots rocks a weekly karaoke night with host Glory Joel, and Valentine’s Day should be extra rowdy.
- Valentine’s Day Boat Cruise | Mon., Feb. 14 | 6:30 p.m. | Lake Union Charters | $25+ | Whether you’re attending with a partner or your friends, this boat party with its dance floors, full bar, and two viewing decks is sure to be a blast.
Tuesday, Feb. 15
- Open Arts Mic | 8 p.m. | Fremont Abbey Arts Center | Free | An open mic and stage for Seattle poets, dancers, musicians, and other performance artists.
- Dan Croll + Luke Sital-Singh | Tues., Feb. 15 | 7:30 p.m. | Fremont Abbey Arts Center | $16+ | These two indie performers each tug at listeners’ heartstrings with their honest lyricism and deeply personal takes on current events.
- Bryce Vine | Tues., Feb. 15 | 8 p.m. | The Showbox | $30+ | This artist’s music features elements of genres ranging everywhere from rap to pop to reggae to classic soul.
Wednesday, Feb. 16
- Brad Mehldau | Wed., Feb. 16 | 8 p.m. | The Neptune Theatre | $23+ | This Grammy-award winning jazz pianist is well-known for his concept albums “Elegiac Cycle” and “Places.”
- Freestyle Love Supreme | Wed., Feb. 16 | 7:30 p.m. | Seattle Rep | $23+ | The performers in this Grammy-nominated hip-hop show take suggestions from the audience and turn them into full-length musical numbers.
Thursday, Feb. 17
- Chris Lane with Ernest + Lily Rose | Thurs., Feb. 17 | 8 p.m. | The Neptune Theatre | $30.50 | This country artist has topped the charts with hits like “Fix” and “I Don’t Know About You.”
- Jazmine Sullivan | Thurs., Feb. 17 | 8 p.m. | The Paramount Theatre | $35.75+ | The singer-songwriter’s albums tell stories of sisterhood, the female experience, and strength.
- The Wombats | Thurs., Feb. 17 | 9 p.m. | The Showbox | $24.50+ | The 18-year-old English indie rock band recently made chart lists again after their song “Greek Tragedy” trended on TikTok. 🎸
- Seattle RV Show | Thurs., Feb. 17 | 11 a.m.-8 p.m. | Lumen Field | $13+ | Check out those RV models you’ve been keeping your eye on or attend some of the seminars that go over camping tips and tricks.
- Freestyle Love Supreme | Thurs., Feb. 17 | 7:30 p.m. | Seattle Rep | $23+ | The performers in this Grammy-nominated hip-hop show take suggestions from the audience and turn them into full-length musical numbers.
- The Past, Present, and Future of Black History | Thurs., Feb. 17 | 5 p.m. | Virtual | Free | The Northwest African American Museum invites Lonnie Brunch, the first African American Secretary of the Smithsonian Institution, to speak for the museum’s Black History Month keynote program.
Friday, Feb. 18
- Martin Sexton | Fri., Feb. 18 | 8 p.m. | The Neptune Theatre | $33.50 | This singer-songwriter uses his lyrics as a way to jump between the important phases of his life, passing through his youth to spending time with his own son.
- The Moth StorySLAM | Fri., Feb. 18 | 8 p.m. | Fremont Abbey Arts Center | $15 | This live-storytelling event asks attendees to submit and share their stories of standing out amongst the crowd.
- Best Coast | Fri., Feb. 18 | 9 p.m. | The Showbox | $23+ | You may know the beachy indie band from the hipster days of the early 2010s. 🌴
- Seattle RV Show | Fri., Feb. 18 | 11 a.m.-8 p.m. | Lumen Field | $13+ | Check out those RV models you’ve been keeping your eye on or attend some of the seminars that go over camping tips and tricks.
- Twisted Cabaret | Fri., Feb. 18 | 7:30 p.m. | Hale’s Ales Palladium | $24+ | What’s more romantic than sword-swallowing, juggling, knife-throwing, and a little bit of laughter? 🤹
- Freestyle Love Supreme | Fri., Feb. 18 | 7:30 p.m. | Seattle Rep | $23+ | The performers in this Grammy-nominated hip-hop show take suggestions from the audience and turn them into full-length musical numbers.
Saturday, Feb. 19
- Seattle RV Show | Sat., Feb. 19 | 10 a.m.-8 p.m. | Lumen Field | $13+ | Check out those RV models you’ve been keeping your eye on or attend some of the seminars that go over camping tips and tricks.
- Twisted Cabaret | Sat., Feb. 19 | 7:30 p.m. | Hale’s Ales Palladium | $24+ | What’s more romantic than sword-swallowing, juggling, knife-throwing, and a little bit of laughter? 🤹
- Freestyle Love Supreme | Sat, Feb. 19 | 2 p.m. + 7:30 p.m. | Seattle Rep | $27+ | The performers in this Grammy-nominated hip-hop show take suggestions from the audience and turn them into full-length musical numbers.
Sunday, Feb. 20
- Cupid’s Undie Run | Sat., Feb. 19 | 12-4 p.m. | Fremont | $45+ | This underwear run kicks off with a party at Talarico’s before a run around the neighborhood, with proceeds going to support those affected by neurofibromatosis genetic disorder. 🩲
- Seattle RV Show | Thurs., Feb. 17 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Lumen Field | $13+ | Check out those RV models you’ve been keeping your eye on or attend some of the seminars that go over camping tips and tricks.
- Twisted Cabaret | Sun., Feb. 20 | 3:30 p.m. | Hale’s Ales Palladium | $24+ | What’s more romantic than sword-swallowing, juggling, knife-throwing, and a little bit of laughter? 🤹
- Freestyle Love Supreme | Sun, Feb. 20 | 7:30 p.m. | Seattle Rep | $23+ | The performers in this Grammy-nominated hip-hop show take suggestions from the audience and turn them into full-length musical numbers.
Feb. 21-28
Monday, Feb. 21
- Head in the Clouds Trivia | Mon., Feb. 21 | 7:30 p.m. | Optimism Brewing Company | $5 | Trivia rounds to stretch every part of your brain with traditionally formatted trivia questions and audio + visual rounds.
- Eddie Vedder and the Earthlings | Mon., Feb. 21 | 7:30 p.m. | Benaroya Hall | $149+ | The Pearl Jam legend is joined on stage by famous friends, including “Once” singer-songwriter Glen Hansard.
Tuesday, Feb. 22
- Kraken vs. New York Islanders | Tues., Feb. 22 | 7 p.m. | Climate pledge Arena | $55+ | Can Seattle cool off a traditional East Coast powerhouse? 🏒
- Freestyle Love Supreme | Tues, Feb. 22 | 7:30 p.m. | Seattle Rep | $23+ | The performers in this Grammy-nominated hip-hop show take suggestions from the audience and turn them into full-length musical numbers.
Wednesday, Feb. 23
- Kaleo | Wed., Feb. 23 | 7 p.m. | The Showbox SoDo | $49.50 | Not only was the band’s song “Way Down We Go” 2x Platinum certified, but it’s been used in over two dozen episodes of “Grey’s Anatomy.”
- Freestyle Love Supreme | Wed., Feb. 23 | 7:30 p.m. | Seattle Rep | $23+ | The performers in this Grammy-nominated hip-hop show take suggestions from the audience and turn them into full-length musical numbers.
- Blood Brothers Virtual Screening + Discussion | Wed., Feb. 23 | 2:30-5 p.m. | Virtual | Free | The Northwest African American Museum is hosting a virtual screening of “Blood Brothers,” a Netflix documentary about the friendship between Muhammad Ali and Malcom X, followed by a virtual discussion with the film’s director Marcus Clarke.
Thursday, Feb. 24
- Watchouse | Thurs., Feb. 24 | 7 p.m. | The Neptune Theatre | $30 | The Americana-folk band, previously known as Mandolin Orange, will set a calm, introspective tone to your Thursday night. 🪕
- Wintergrass Music Festival | Thurs., Feb. 24 | 4 p.m. | Hyatt Regency Bellevue, 900 Bellevue Way NE | $10+ | See one of the 30 attending bluegrass bands over the four-day event, or just hang out and jam for one.
- The Real Queens of Eastlake | Thurs., Feb. 24 | 6 p.m. | Otterbar | $10+ | The fun, energetic drag show features some of Seattle’s finest.
Friday, Feb. 25
- Wintergrass Music Festival | Fri., Feb. 25 | 1:45 p.m. | Hyatt Regency Bellevue, 900 Bellevue Way NE | $10+ | See one of the 30 attending bluegrass bands over the four-day event, or just hang out and jam for one. 🪕
- Cherry Bloom Linen Pillowcase Painting | Fri., Feb. 25 | 6-8:30 p.m. | Cougar Crest Winery, Woodinville | $55 | Grab a glass — or a bottle — of wine and paint your own pillowcase with step-by-step instructions from a guide.
- Twisted Cabaret | Fri., Feb. 25 | 7:30 p.m. | Hale’s Ales Palladium | $24+ | What’s more romantic than sword-swallowing, juggling, knife-throwing, and a little bit of laughter? 🤹
Saturday, Feb. 26
- Blue | Sat., Feb. 26 | 7:30 p.m. | McCaw Hall | $35+ | The 2020 winner of Best New Opera by the Music Critics Association arrives at McCaw Hall to tell the story of a family whose son dies after an encounter with a police officer.
- Mayday Parade | Sat., Feb. 26 | 7 p.m. | The Neptune Theatre | $30+ | Mayday Parade is touring in celebration of the rock band’s self-titled album’s 11th anniversary.
- Wintergrass Music Festival | Sat., Feb. 26 | 1 p.m. | Hyatt Regency Bellevue, 900 Bellevue Way NE | $10+ | See one of the 30 attending bluegrass bands over the four-day event, or just hang out and jam for one. 🪕
- JazzVox House Concert: Tierney Sutton | Sat., Feb. 26 | 8 p.m. | Location TBD | $43 | Imagine seeing your favorite artists from the comfort of your couch — JazzVox hosts unique, intimate pop-up concert experiences featuring critically-acclaimed talent, like Tierney Sutton, at volunteers’ homes.
- JoJo | Sat., Feb. 26 | 8 p.m. | The Showbox SoDo | $25 | JoJo is still the youngest-ever solo artist whose debut single became the No. 1 chart topper in the US for “Leave (Get Out)” in 2004.
- Twisted Cabaret | Sat., Feb. 26 | 7:30 p.m. | Hale’s Ales Palladium | $24+ | What’s more romantic than sword-swallowing, juggling, knife-throwing, and a little bit of laughter? 🤹
- Seattle Seawolves vs. Austin Gilgronis | Sun., Feb. 26 | 5 p.m. | Starfire Sports Complex | $25+ | Seattle’s pro rugby team faces off against the Austin Gilgronis at home. 🏉
- Seattle’s African-American Writers’ Alliance Annual Group Reading | Sun., Feb. 26 | 6 p.m. | Virtual | Free | Members of the African-American Writers’ Alliance will share their stories, poems, and other works during this virtual reading.
Sunday, Feb. 27
- Blue | Sat., Feb. 26 | 7:30 p.m. | McCaw Hall | $35+ | The 2020 winner of Best New Opera by the Music Critics Association arrives at McCaw Hall to tell the story of a family whose son dies after an encounter with a police officer.
- Wintergrass Music Festival | Sun., Feb. 27 | 11 a.m. | Hyatt Regency Bellevue, 900 Bellevue Way NE | $10+ | See one of the 30 attending bluegrass bands over the four-day event, or just hang out and jam for one. 🪕
- Twisted Cabaret | Sun., Feb. 27 | 3:30 p.m. | Hale’s Ales Palladium | $24+ | What’s more romantic than sword-swallowing, juggling, knife-throwing, and a little bit of laughter? 🤹
- Robert Glasper: A Black Radio Production | Sun., Feb. 27 | 8 p.m. | The Moore Theatre | $49.75+ | This genre-bridging artist won the 2013 Grammy Award for Best R&B Album and is the man behind the piano keys throughout Kendrick Lamar’s “To Pimp a Butterfly.”
Monday, Feb. 28
- Filth Is Eternal | Mon., Feb. 28 | 7:30 p.m. | Madame Lou’s at The Crocodile | $15 | The Seattle-based hardcore band plays loud + fast, with no apologies.
- Unicorn Karaoke | Mon., Feb. 14 | 9 p.m.-1 a.m. | Unicorn | Free | One of Capitol Hill’s liveliest spots rocks a weekly karaoke night with host Glory Joel, with Jello shots at the ready. 🦄