How to Enjoy an Outdoor Concert in Seattle

If your summer destination is Washington, be sure to enjoy an outdoor concert in Seattle. Stop by the original Starbucks, pay homage to the gods of grunge, visit the zoo and art museums and then relax and have a picnic while live musicians serenade your family and friends.

Instructions

Difficulty: Easy

Things You’ll Need:

• Transportation
• Tickets

1. The summer months are the best time to catch a concert outdoors. Travel between May and August and base your visit around a couple of featured events.
2. Find out what you can bring. Some places let the beer flow while others keep it family-friendly by banning alcohol. Most places let you bring a cooler, but have size restrictions. Ask about restrictions when you call for tickets or check the venue’s Web site.
3. There’s a humongous Amphitheatre down at the Gorge. Check the Web site for travel and accommodation deals as well as ticket and event information.
4. The Northwest Open Air venue hosts a series of outdoor concerts during the summer at Marymoor Park. The Web site has brief bios of performing artists and ticket information.
5. See what’s playing at the White River Amphitheatre. Located on a beautiful Indian Reservation, this Amphitheatre is only a short drive from Seattle. The Web site provides driving directions and tickets.
6. Get prime seating. When seating is on the lawn, you’ll want to show up early and get dibs on a stellar spot. Bring a picnic to pass the time while the band sets up.

Tips & Warnings

• Public transportation saves you the hassle of finding a parking spot.
• The Seattle city Web site provides a veritable smorgasbord of entertainment information. Visit the Web site and click Arts and Rec to find links to music and festival calendars.
• Keep track of kids and belongings. Have a meeting place for lost children and leave valuables at home or locked in the trunk.