Northwest Folk Music Concert Calendar
(Seattle and Eastside)
by Richard Gillmann

July 18, 2026

Folk music concerts in Seattle, the Eastside and nearby areas.

I am the host of "The Real Folk" on 91.3fm KBCS (Bellevue, Seattle, Tacoma) or streaming at KBCS.FM. The show airs every Sunday 6-8pm. You can listen to archived shows for up to two weeks after air date. The Real Folk is also available as a podcast from MixCloud.

What is folk music? To me, it's acoustic music with an emphasis on traditional music, songwriting and storytelling, plus music from various cultures. Genres include contemporary singer/songwriter, bluegrass, old-time, Celtic, blues, roots, Americana, and more.

This calendar is scraped from the websites of local presenters and venues. Calendar entries cannot be submitted directly, only by the presenters and venues themselves when they post them on their calendars.

Some venues don't have online calendars, or have ones that are too difficult to scrape. I include as many as I can. Comments?

 

Presenters: SFS (2), STG (2), Showbox
Venues: Anderson School (15), Benaroya (3), Black Dog (2), C&P (14), Crossroads (2), Jazz Alley, KPCenter (2), Kells (7), Kenyon (3), Miller's (5), Nectar, North City (2), Perihelion (5), Rabbit (7), Royal, Third Place (4), Tractor (11), Triple Door
House Concerts: Our House (2)
Coming Up Empty: Conor Byrne, Couth Buzzard, Dusty, Egan's, Frontier, Havurah, Meany, Rendezvous, SiS, SoulFood, Sparrow, Stage3, Thumbnail, Town Hall, Treehouse, WineMe

Saturday, July 18, 2026
Marco de Carvalho and Friends

Marco de Carvalho and Friends

Marco de Carvalho and Friends Marco has been a performance guitarist, composer and arranger for thirty years. He plays an extensive repertoire of music from Rio de Janeiro as well as his own compositions. Marco has played with many musicians in Brazil and the USA. He has recorded on numerous CDs and sound tracks also…

Puget Sound Guitar Workshop instructor 2026

10:30am
Events for July 2026 – C and P Coffee
C&P Coffee, 5612 California Ave SW, Seattle

Saturday, Jul 18, 2026
Five Mile Drive

Five Mile Drive

Country @ Third Place Commons

Local artist

7:00pm
Third Place Commons Calendar Events For WEEKEND MUSIC
Third Place Commons, 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park

Saturday, Jul 18, 2026
Zach Tupper

Zach Tupper

Irish folk musician

9:00 PM
Kells Irish Restaurant & Pub
Kells Irish, 1916 Post Alley, Seattle

Sunday, Jul 19, 2026
R.X. Bertoldi

R.X. Bertoldi

Seattle Singer Songwriter R.X. Bertoldi performs reflective, award-winning Americana originals, as well as classic covers by artists such as the Rolling Stones, Bob Dylan, Tom Waits, and more, on acoustic guitar, harmonica, and vocals.

Local artist

2pm
Events | Crossroads Bellevue
Crossroads Public Market, 15600 NE 8th Street, Bellevue

Sunday, July 19, 2026
Phil Parsons and Blue Runner

Phil Parsons and Blue Runner

Phil Parsons, singer-songwriter Blue Runner is a Cajun Trio with accordion, fiddle, and pedal steel guitar.

3:00pm
Events for July 2026 – C and P Coffee
C&P Coffee, 5612 California Ave SW, Seattle

Sunday, July 19, 2026
Thee Honeybuds

Thee Honeybuds

Thee Honeybuds has the roots of an Americana setting, but with the earthy funkiness of an acoustic bass, swirling guitar leads, and honey-soaked 3-part harmony that ties the band together. It's rootsy, with a taste of blues, 80's rock, and a dash of 60's surf guitar. A sound that keeps you comfortable yet interested in what's coming next.

5pm
Anderson School Hotel - McMenamins
The Shed @ McMenamins Anderson School Hotel, 18607 Bothell Way NE, Bothell

Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Unplugged ~ A Musical Gathering!

Unplugged ~ A Musical Gathering!

Unplugged ~ A Musical Gathering! An informal venue in a cozy coffeehouse for acoustic instrumentalists and singers of all stripes: Classical, Early Music, Jazz, Folk, Composers, et. al.

6:00pm
Events for July 2026 – C and P Coffee
C&P Coffee, 5612 California Ave SW, Seattle

Tuesday, July 21, 2026
Johnny & Reg @ Perihelion Brewery

Johnny & Reg @ Perihelion Brewery

Johnny & Reg grew from late-night jam sessions and a shared love of funky, soulful music. Their sound drifts through blue notes and grooves, equal parts raw and refined. It carries the dust of back roads and the glow of late-night campfires — acoustic wanderers moving from town to town with a suitcase of blues, jazz-tinged melodies, and stories gathered along the way. The sound leans into raw wood and warm strings, equal parts grit and grace, always shaped by the places they pass through. Eclectic, earthy, and effortlessly heartfelt.With tight harmonies, weathered rhythms, and a laid-back charm, they will bring a rich, rootsy energy to Perihelion’s outdoor Patio!

7:00 PM
Music Tuesdays and Events — Perihelion Brewery
Perihelion Brewery, 2800 16th Ave South, Seattle

Tuesday, Jul 21, 2026
Trad Session

Trad Session

Trad session with local Musicans Musicans get 30% off

9:00 PM
Kells Irish Restaurant & Pub
Kells Irish, 1916 Post Alley, Seattle

Thursday, July 23, 2026 at 7:30p
Abbie Gardner w/ Sarah Larkin at The Rabbit Box

Abbie Gardner w/ Sarah Larkin at The Rabbit Box

Abbie Gardner w/ Sarah Larkin at The Rabbit Box

Top FolkDJ-L artist 2022

The Triple Door
The Rabbit Box, 94 Pike St, Seattle

Thursday, July 23, 2026
Mark MacMinn

Mark MacMinn

Mark MacMinn is a songwriter, recording artist, performer, and producer with an alt-folk/americana musical style. A substance survivor with stories etched deep into his voice, Mark's songs explore the resilience it takes to keep going. Having lived and worked in Austin, Los Angeles, Nashville, and Portland, MacMinn has been shaped by each city's influence while staying true to his own vision. A recipient of the Echo Fund grant and the Holler Fund grant, "Mark steadily capitalizes on what's him." "MacMinn is a pleasure," "Genuine, sincere and the real deal."

6pm
Anderson School Hotel - McMenamins
The Shed @ McMenamins Anderson School Hotel, 18607 Bothell Way NE, Bothell

Thursday, July 23, 2026
The Triple Door presents Abbie Gardner with special guest, Sarah Larkin

The Triple Door presents Abbie Gardner with special guest, Sarah Larkin

The Triple Door presents Abbie Gardner with special guest, Sarah Larkin at The Rabbit BoxThursday / July 23, 2026 at 7:30pm

Top FolkDJ-L artist 2022

7:30 PM
Events — The Rabbit Box ~ 94 Pike St. Seattle
The Rabbit Box, 94 Pike St, Seattle

Friday, July 24, 2026
Crow Commute

Crow Commute

Named in honor of the black feathered friends that flood Kenmore's skies daily at dusk, Crow Commute was formed by singer/songwriter Matt Biery and bassist extraordinaire Mark Dibeh, both frequently seen at 192 Open Mic and other local venues. The band is completed by PJ Covello on keys and Jeff Crookall on cajon and harp. Matt hails from Alaska originally, and the rest of the band are long time Puget Sound residents. They play an acoustic roots/americana/folk mix of original tunes and a cover collection of diverse genres...

6pm
Anderson School Hotel - McMenamins
The Shed @ McMenamins Anderson School Hotel, 18607 Bothell Way NE, Bothell

Friday, Jul 24, 2026
Rusty Cage Trio

Rusty Cage Trio

Alt/Country @ Third Place Commons

Local artist

7:00pm
Third Place Commons Calendar Events For WEEKEND MUSIC
Third Place Commons, 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park

Friday, Jul 24, 2026
Ryan St. Claire

Ryan St. Claire

Local artist

7:00 pm
Black Dog Events Calendar
The Black Dog Arts Cafe, 8062 Railroad Ave SE, Snoqualmie

Friday, July 24, 2026
Joselyn & Don with special guests: Alicia Healey & Wes Weddell

Joselyn & Don with special guests: Alicia Healey & Wes Weddell

"Always provide[s] a thoughtful reading…songs always heartfelt and well-constructed." –Seattle Weekly

07:30 PM
Events – The Royal Room
The Royal Room, 5000 Rainier Avenue S, Seattle

Friday, July 24, 2026
Tobi Kunkel & Rootbeer

Tobi Kunkel & Rootbeer

Local artists

7:30 PM
Events — Kenyon Hall
Kenyon Hall, 7904 35th Ave SW, West Seattle

Saturday, July 25, 2026
Marco de Carvalho and Friends

Marco de Carvalho and Friends

Marco de Carvalho and Friends Marco has been a performance guitarist, composer and arranger for thirty years. He plays an extensive repertoire of music from Rio de Janeiro as well as his own compositions. Marco has played with many musicians in Brazil and the USA. He has recorded on numerous CDs and sound tracks also…

Puget Sound Guitar Workshop instructor 2026

10:30am
Events for July 2026 – C and P Coffee
C&P Coffee, 5612 California Ave SW, Seattle

Saturday, July 25, 2026
Acoustic Crisis

Acoustic Crisis

Acoustic Crisis; West Seattle based act. Here is a link to a recent performance:

6:00pm
Events for July 2026 – C and P Coffee
C&P Coffee, 5612 California Ave SW, Seattle

Saturday, Jul 25, 2026
Steve Aliment & Annie O'Neill

Steve Aliment & Annie O'Neill

Rock and Roll, Country and Soul

Local artists

7pm
Events | Crossroads Bellevue
Crossroads Public Market, 15600 NE 8th Street, Bellevue

Saturday, July 25, 2026
Carly Harvey & Lady A

Carly Harvey & Lady A

Join award-winning vocalist, songwriter, and cultural innovator Carly Harvey as she takes center stage at The Rabbit Box for an intimate evening of music, storytelling, and connection. Blending Blues, Jazz, Soul, and Indigenous musical traditions, Harvey delivers a sound that is uniquely her own—powerful, heartfelt, and deeply rooted in heritage.Special guest Lady A joins the evening, creating a rare opportunity to experience two dynamic women in Blues sharing stories, songs, and soulful moments in one intimate setting. Set in the cozy, candlelit atmosphere of The Rabbit Box, audiences can expect stripped-down arrangements, timeless Blues classics, original songs, and the kind of musical spontaneity that makes live performance unforgettable.Known as Washington DC's "Queen of the Blues," Carly Harvey has earned acclaim for her commanding vocals, dynamic stage presence, and innovative creation of the Native Scat—a groundbreaking fusion of traditional jazz scat singing and Indigenous vocables. Her performances celebrate the rich history of the Blues while pushing the genre forward, creating an experience that is both deeply personal and universally resonant...

7:30 PM
Events — The Rabbit Box ~ 94 Pike St. Seattle
The Rabbit Box, 94 Pike St, Seattle

Saturday, Jul 25, 2026
SLÁINTE Irish Rock

SLÁINTE Irish Rock

9:00 PM
Kells Irish Restaurant & Pub
Kells Irish, 1916 Post Alley, Seattle

Tuesday, July 28, 2026
Bryan John Appleby @ Perihelion Brewery

Bryan John Appleby @ Perihelion Brewery

Bryan John Appleby is a singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist based in Seattle. His folk-centric body of work draws elements from mid-century pop, wall-of-sound, psychodelia, tropicália, and classic cinema. Appleby’s most recent effort, Underwater Easy Breathing (Plume Records) exemplifies a distinct production palette and fantastical tendencies. Lush, coastal, synth- laced; the album is a natural next step in his wandering, often densely layered folk repertoire.Join us on the patio to enjoy this wonderful performace!

7:00 PM
Music Tuesdays and Events — Perihelion Brewery
Perihelion Brewery, 2800 16th Ave South, Seattle

Tuesday, Jul. 28, 2026
Steve Earle

Steve Earle

Top FolkDJ-L artist 2024

8:00 PM
Neptune Theatre Events - Seattle Theatre Group
The Neptune Theatre, 1303 Northeast 45th Street, Seattle, WA 98105

Wed Jul 29 2026
Tyler McGinnis with Izzy Burns, Ray Baron, The Orphan 40

Tyler McGinnis with Izzy Burns, Ray Baron, The Orphan 40

Local artist

7:00 PM
Calendar - Nectar Lounge
Nectar Lounge, 412 N 36th St, Seattle

Jul 29, 2026 (Wed)
Abbey Arts Presents Scottish Songstress Iona Fyfe at Fremont Abbey July 29th, with co-sponsor SFS, and member discount!

Abbey Arts Presents Scottish Songstress Iona Fyfe at Fremont Abbey July 29th, with co-sponsor SFS, and member discount!

Iona is considered one of the outstanding vocalists in traditional Scottish folk music today, and is rooted in the singing traditions of the North East of Scotland. In 2021, she became the first singer to win the coveted title of Musician of the Year at the MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards, and the title of Scots Singer of the Year at the MG ALBA Scots Trad Music Awards in 2018. Honoured at the Scots Language Awards with the title of Speaker of the Year in 2021, Iona performs both folk and pop songs in the Scots language, remaining true to her rooting in tradition.

Folk Alliance Official Showcase artist 2023

7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Concerts – Seattle Folklore Society
Fremont Abbey July 29th, with co-sponsor SFS, and member discount!, 6532 Phinney Ave N, Seattle

Wednesday, Jul 29, 2026
KBCS Presents: James McMurtry and the Martial Law Review w/ BettySoo (Night One)

KBCS Presents: James McMurtry and the Martial Law Review w/ BettySoo (Night One)

Top FolkDJ-L artist 2025

08:00 PM
Tractor Tavern - Live Music Calendar | Seattle, WA
Tractor Tavern, 5213 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle

Thursday, July 30, 2026
Molly Tuttle

Molly Tuttle

Sponsored by Stuart and Sandra Jacobson

Top FolkDJ-L artist 2025

Get Tickets - Kirkland Performance Center
Kirkland Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Avenue, Kirkland

Thursday, July 30, 2026
Dominick Antonelli

Dominick Antonelli

Dominick has been playing guitar for 21 years and writing original music for 15+ of those years. He looks at himself not as a guitar player, but an artist who utilizes the guitar and other forms to create an inspiring, healing, and contemplative experience for himself and listeners. Alternate tunings and intuitive playing have contributed immensely by shaping the instrumental and lyrical music that comes through him. He has a background in Integrative Health and is currently studying Music and Recording Arts Technology which is taking his creative possibilities to new depths and heights...

6pm
Anderson School Hotel - McMenamins
The Shed @ McMenamins Anderson School Hotel, 18607 Bothell Way NE, Bothell

Thursday, Jul 30, 2026
James McMurtry and the Martial Law Review w/ BettySoo (Night Two)

James McMurtry and the Martial Law Review w/ BettySoo (Night Two)

Top FolkDJ-L artist 2025

08:00 PM
Tractor Tavern - Live Music Calendar | Seattle, WA
Tractor Tavern, 5213 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle

Friday, JULY 31, 2026
Avery Hill & Jaspar Lepak

Avery Hill & Jaspar Lepak

Wildflowers Tour

Top FolkDJ-L artist 2024

Shows – North City Bistro and Wine Shop
North City Bistro, 1520 NE 177th Street. Shoreline

Friday, Jul 31, 2026
Paul Simon

Paul Simon

Best Folk Album GRAMMY Nominee 2024

Upcoming Events Schedule | Benaroya Hall | Seattle, Washington
Benaroya Hall - S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium, 200 University St, Seattle

Friday, July 31, 2026
Michael Good

Michael Good

Since 1995 Michael J. Good has been providing entertaining featured music performances as well as ambiance music throughout venues all over the Pacific Northwest. An accomplished acoustic guitarist and vocalist, Mike has performed for clients and audiences diverse and vast--Chateau Ste Michelle, Salish Lodge, Microsoft campus, Demeties Woodstone Traverna, memorial services, weddings, wine tasting rooms and more.

6pm
Anderson School Hotel - McMenamins
The Shed @ McMenamins Anderson School Hotel, 18607 Bothell Way NE, Bothell

Friday, July 31, 2026
Brian James Was Here – Outdoor Summer Stage – FREE

Brian James Was Here – Outdoor Summer Stage – FREE

Brian James is a high-energy, soulful singer-songwriter who blends blues, country, and rock. Raised on a farm in Montesano, Washington, his music is raw, authentic, and filled with heart. Brian’s captivating stage presence and witty commentary take audiences on an unforgettable journey and experience. With a diverse range of original songs and covers, his performances...

7:00pm
Upcoming Music, Concerts and Events – Millers Carnation
Miller's - A Gathering Place, 4597 Tolt Ave, Carnation

Friday, Jul 31, 2026
Mark Hurwitz and Gin Creek

Mark Hurwitz and Gin Creek

Blues @ Third Place Commons

Local artists

7:00pm
Third Place Commons Calendar Events For WEEKEND MUSIC
Third Place Commons, 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park

Saturday, August 1, 2026
Marco de Carvalho and Friends

Marco de Carvalho and Friends

Marco de Carvalho and Friends Marco has been a performance guitarist, composer and arranger for thirty years. He plays an extensive repertoire of music from Rio de Janeiro as well as his own compositions. Marco has played with many musicians in Brazil and the USA. He has recorded on numerous CDs and sound tracks also…

Puget Sound Guitar Workshop instructor 2026

10:30am
Events for July 2026 – C and P Coffee
C&P Coffee, 5612 California Ave SW, Seattle

Sunday, Aug 2, 2026
Paul Simon

Paul Simon

Best Folk Album GRAMMY Nominee 2024

Upcoming Events Schedule | Benaroya Hall | Seattle, Washington
Benaroya Hall - S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium, 200 University St, Seattle

Sunday, August 2, 2026
Joel Martin From Toledo

Joel Martin From Toledo

Joel Martin is a songwriter from Toledo, Washington - hence the moniker "Joel Martin from Toledo." Joel's songs are a fascinating and often unexpected combination of deep lyrics and intricate melodies, which inspire and keep listeners on their toes. His music could be classified as a mixture of indie rock and folk. Joel has a talent for weaving seemingly disparate themes (such as mortality, baseball, nature, spirituality, and more) into songs which are pleasant and adventurous. He currently resides on the central coast of Washington State and enjoys sharing his curious musical creations. He has been releasing, one song at a time, his latest album: Greatest Hits: 25th Anniversary Deluxe Edition Reissue. It will be complete within a month's time, so keep an eye out!

5pm
Anderson School Hotel - McMenamins
The Shed @ McMenamins Anderson School Hotel, 18607 Bothell Way NE, Bothell

Monday, Aug 3, 2026
Paul Simon

Paul Simon

Best Folk Album GRAMMY Nominee 2024

Upcoming Events Schedule | Benaroya Hall | Seattle, Washington
Benaroya Hall - S. Mark Taper Foundation Auditorium, 200 University St, Seattle

Monday, Aug 3, 2026
Trad Session

Trad Session

Trad session with local Musicans Musicans get 30% off

9:00 PM
Kells Irish Restaurant & Pub
Kells Irish, 1916 Post Alley, Seattle

Tuesday, Aug 4, 2026
Hogslop String Band w/ Hannah Marie Kelley

Hogslop String Band w/ Hannah Marie Kelley

08:00 PM
Tractor Tavern - Live Music Calendar | Seattle, WA
Tractor Tavern, 5213 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle

Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Nance Castro

Nance Castro

nance! (they/them) is a Chamoru, queer, and non-binary indie pop singer/songwriter heavily influenced by country and jazz. With smooth, soulful vocals and mellow guitar in tow, they make music for crybabies, the delusional and the stone-hearted all at once.

6pm
Anderson School Hotel - McMenamins
The Shed @ McMenamins Anderson School Hotel, 18607 Bothell Way NE, Bothell

Wednesday, Aug 5, 2026
KBCS Presents! Dylan Earl x Hannah Juanita w/ Mose Wilson

KBCS Presents! Dylan Earl x Hannah Juanita w/ Mose Wilson

07:30 PM
Tractor Tavern - Live Music Calendar | Seattle, WA
Tractor Tavern, 5213 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle

Thursday, AUGUST 6, 2026
Marco de Carvalho & Tony Foster

Marco de Carvalho & Tony Foster

Marco de Carvalho is a performing artist on guitar, vocals, and music composition. Born in São Cristóvão, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil. He lives in Seattle, Washington.

Puget Sound Guitar Workshop instructor 2026

Shows – North City Bistro and Wine Shop
North City Bistro, 1520 NE 177th Street. Shoreline

Friday, August 7, 2026
Selfdoubt

Selfdoubt

Attempting to keep acoustic punk rock alive, I have lived in Seattle my entire life (and it shows!) Grey skies and pouring rain always cheer me up-it's the damn sunny days we need to worry about. You can usually find me in West Seattle, busking here or there, trying not to sound out of tune.

6pm
Anderson School Hotel - McMenamins
The Shed @ McMenamins Anderson School Hotel, 18607 Bothell Way NE, Bothell

Friday, Aug 7, 2026
Vicious Chipmunks

Vicious Chipmunks

Oldies @ Third Place Commons

Local artist

7:00pm
Third Place Commons Calendar Events For WEEKEND MUSIC
Third Place Commons, 17171 Bothell Way NE, Lake Forest Park

Friday, August 7, 2026
Jessey Adams

Jessey Adams

Local artist

7:30 PM
Events — Kenyon Hall
Kenyon Hall, 7904 35th Ave SW, West Seattle

Saturday, August 8, 2026
Jim Page

Jim Page

Jim Page Jim Page; singer-songwriter: “Jim Page is a lyrical genius with a guitar. This man personifies the word ‘free-flow.’ Page takes to the mic and the song invents itself on the spot; his talent is a natural wonder.”

Top FolkDJ-L artist 2017

6:00pm
Events for August 2026 – C and P Coffee
C&P Coffee, 5612 California Ave SW, Seattle

Wednesday, August 12, 2026
Mister Canoe

Mister Canoe

Join Mister Canoe for an evening of jazzy, folky soft rock filled with clever, heartfelt originals about love, optimism, and the weather. A Seattle native with a laid-back vibe and a touch of whimsy, he blends Beatles-inspired songwriting with the mellow beachy charm of Jack Johnson. Come unwind with some good tunes and easygoing energy-just what your week needs.

6pm
Anderson School Hotel - McMenamins
The Shed @ McMenamins Anderson School Hotel, 18607 Bothell Way NE, Bothell

Thursday, August 13, 2026
Kevin Jones

Kevin Jones

Kevin Jones is a multi-instrumentalist, producer, and singer/songwriter He performs solo, duo, and with The Kevin Jones Band and has 4 CD's and several single releases to date mostly produced at his private studio and has produced CD's for several Northwest artists. Kevin is a touring musician and has shared stages with artists such as John Hiatt, Little Feat, Roseanne Cash, Jonny Lang, English Beat, Bruce Cockburn, Joan Baez, Laura Love, Marc Cohn, Michael Tomlinson, & Catie Curtis and appeared in the Oscar nominated film "Georgia" as Mare Winningham's band. His music has been featured on an HBO special and TV documentaries over the last 2 decades. Kevin's cover tunes are unique and his originals are well crafted...

Local artist

6pm
Anderson School Hotel - McMenamins
The Shed @ McMenamins Anderson School Hotel, 18607 Bothell Way NE, Bothell

Friday, August 14, 2026
Songwriter’s Showcase

Songwriter’s Showcase

Songwriter’s Showcase Songwriter’s Showcase A monthly showcase from Songwriters In Seattle. A new lineup each month featuring four local singer- songwriters performing their original material. Anchored and hosted the second Friday of each month by Seattle’s own Todd Christoffel. Each performer gets a 25-minute set in the showcase. Come on out to hear the best local singer- songwriters…

6:00pm
Events for August 2026 – C and P Coffee
C&P Coffee, 5612 California Ave SW, Seattle

Saturday, August 15, 2026
Blessing Bled Chimanga – Carnation Concert Crawl – Outdoor Summer Stage – FREE

Blessing Bled Chimanga – Carnation Concert Crawl – Outdoor Summer Stage – FREE

Blessing Chimanga is an internationally celebrated Zimbabwean musician renowned for his extraordinary talent as a marimba player, singer, songwriter, and percussionist. As a cultural ambassador for Zimbabwe, he has captivated audiences across Asia, Europe, North and South America, and Africa. Blessing’s music is distinguished by its energetic African rhythms and his virtuosic marimba performances, complemented...

4:30pm
Upcoming Music, Concerts and Events – Millers Carnation
Miller's - A Gathering Place, 4597 Tolt Ave, Carnation

Saturday, August 15, 2026
Roo Forrest and Friends

Roo Forrest and Friends

Roo Forrest and Friends plays an eclectic mix of originals and covers. Some of the artists we cover are Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Johnny Cash, and Bobby Gentry.

6:00pm
Events for August 2026 – C and P Coffee
C&P Coffee, 5612 California Ave SW, Seattle

Sunday, August 16, 2026
Walter Hansen

Walter Hansen

Walter Hansen has been an active member of the Pacific Northwest music scene for over ten years. They have played extensively in the PNW and beyond both as a solo artist and in various groups, including Ethereal Sea, Sunflower, The Filament and others. Walter's material is heavily influenced by the sounds of the late 60s and early 70s, but also music all the way up to modern day. When seeing them live, expect to experience an eclectic mix of both covers and originals ranging from retro rock, folk, classic country, to a splash of contemporary. Walter strives for every performance to feel as though you're hanging out with them, learning of their life and the people in it.

5pm
Anderson School Hotel - McMenamins
The Shed @ McMenamins Anderson School Hotel, 18607 Bothell Way NE, Bothell

Sunday, August 16, 2026
Hiroya Tsukamoto

Hiroya Tsukamoto

Local artist

7:00 PM
Events — Kenyon Hall
Kenyon Hall, 7904 35th Ave SW, West Seattle

Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Unplugged ~ A Musical Gathering!

Unplugged ~ A Musical Gathering!

Unplugged ~ A Musical Gathering! An informal venue in a cozy coffeehouse for acoustic instrumentalists and singers of all stripes: Classical, Early Music, Jazz, Folk, Composers, et. al.

6:00pm
Events for August 2026 – C and P Coffee
C&P Coffee, 5612 California Ave SW, Seattle

Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Sarah Brunner @ Perihelion Brewery

Sarah Brunner @ Perihelion Brewery

Michigan native, now Seattle-based, Sarah Brunner is a full time musician, both solo and with her band The Hipocrats. With influences ranging from Brandi Carlile, to Sam Smith to The Lumineers, she uses rhythm guitar just as much as a vocal melody to define a song.We are excited to have Sarah at Perihelion from 7-9pm for some lovely live music.

Local artist

7:00 PM
Music Tuesdays and Events — Perihelion Brewery
Perihelion Brewery, 2800 16th Ave South, Seattle

Tuesday, August 18, 2026
Life isn't the Laura Show

Life isn't the Laura Show

Life Isn't the Laura Show is the comedic fever dream of Seattle comedian Laura Kirol. Life Isn't the Laura Show is part traditional game show and part unchecked ego. Contestants will navigate through very serious trivia and very serious bits as the scamper through Laura's life in 3 acts. Life Isn't the Laura Show will be supported by Seattle Sketch Comedy institution Drop the Rootbeer and Run.Tuesday, Aug. 18th // Doors 6:30pm // Show 7:30pmGA Seated

7:30 PM
Events — The Rabbit Box ~ 94 Pike St. Seattle
The Rabbit Box, 94 Pike St, Seattle

Tuesday, Aug 18, 2026
Trad Session

Trad Session

Trad session with local Musicans Musicans get 30% off

9:00 PM
Kells Irish Restaurant & Pub
Kells Irish, 1916 Post Alley, Seattle

Wednesday, Aug. 19, 2026
Gillian Welch & David RawlingsRepeating Event

Gillian Welch & David RawlingsRepeating Event

Best Folk Album GRAMMY Nominee 2025

8:00 PM
Moore Theatre Events - Seattle Theatre Group
The Moore Theatre, 1932 Second Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101

Friday, August 21, 2026
Mark Hurwitz and Gin Creek

Mark Hurwitz and Gin Creek

Mark Hurwitz and Gin Creek is a two-time nominee for the Best Band award from the Washington Blues Society, and leader Mark Hurwitz has been nominated three times for Best Piano/Keyboards as well as winning the prestigious Keeping the Blues Alive award. They play a variety of blues genres, specializing in jump blues, an upbeat style with elements of swing and jazz. They also play rhythm & blues, soul, and roots rock, all with a strong rhythmic drive that keeps dance floors packed. The band maintains a busy schedule of club dates across Western Washington, and has performed at many leading festivals and events, including The Sunbanks Festival, Península Blues Festival, Gorge Blues and Brews, Northwest Folklife and the Bite of Seattle...

Local artists

6pm
Anderson School Hotel - McMenamins
The Shed @ McMenamins Anderson School Hotel, 18607 Bothell Way NE, Bothell

Friday, August 21, 2026
Sway Wild – Outdoor Summer Stage – FREE

Sway Wild – Outdoor Summer Stage – FREE

San Juan Island, WA-based indie folk-rock duo Mandy Fer and Dave McGraw are back at it with a new sound, and a new name: Sway Wild! Their exceptional vocal harmonies, coupled with Fer’s pioneering electric guitar work, have become a vehicle to carry them around the world, sharing stages with the likes of Iron &...

7:00pm
Upcoming Music, Concerts and Events – Millers Carnation
Miller's - A Gathering Place, 4597 Tolt Ave, Carnation

Sunday, August 23, 2026
TwoMacs & Friends

TwoMacs & Friends

TwoMacs is Scott and Deb MacGougan. Scott is a lifelong musician with a Masters in muisc composition from UCLA. He writes all their songs, plays jazz chords on a nylon-stringed guitar and sings backup. His wife, Debbie just happens to have a gorgeous voice (and a great smile!). Their music is a refreshing blend of acoustic pop and Latin jazz that's easy on the ears and good for the heart. Don't miss the chance to hear them live!

5pm
Anderson School Hotel - McMenamins
The Shed @ McMenamins Anderson School Hotel, 18607 Bothell Way NE, Bothell

Tuesday, August 25, 2026
Tyler McGinnis @ Perihelion Brewery

Tyler McGinnis @ Perihelion Brewery

Born and raised in Los Angeles, CA It was not until after graduating high school and moving to Fremont, NE, to attend Midland University on scholarship for football that Tyler began to pursue his passion for music with vigor. After graduating, he relocated to Seattle, WA in the summer of 2017, where he currently resides and has been making impressive leaps and bounds in his songwriting, performing, and overall musical identity during his time in the PNW. His creative spin on past and present experiences breeds songs that lyrically offer a sensationalized window into his life. Tyler boasts powerful vocal performances that mix rich styles of Americana and Alternative Country music with Southern Rock and a fresh twist of soulful melodies. His music will have you singing along to a good time drinking song, reminiscing about long lost love and the regretful or questionable choices of your past, then leave you feeling uplifted, refreshed, and in an all around good mood.

Local artist

7:00 PM
Music Tuesdays and Events — Perihelion Brewery
Perihelion Brewery, 2800 16th Ave South, Seattle

Thursday, August 27, 2026
Great Comet

Great Comet

Great Comet, the Americana-tinged indie rock project of songwriter Aaron New, has always been a study in motion, but with the release of the sonically expansive second album, Stranger Land, that motion has found a new direction-a deliberate journey through the spaces between. The album is a powerful document of life on the road, of experiencing lasting love alongside devastating loss, and finding a home in the hushed moments of a world seen through a van window. Though the performance pushes into electrifying new territory, the project remains grounded in New's Appalachian roots, blending a reverence for classic storytelling with a modern indie edge. Stranger Land is more than an album; it's the title of an ongoing story, capturing a pivotal moment for a project defined by change and proving that for Great Comet, the destination is still unknown, but the path forward has never been more compelling.

Americana

6pm
Anderson School Hotel - McMenamins
The Shed @ McMenamins Anderson School Hotel, 18607 Bothell Way NE, Bothell

Thursday, Aug 27, 2026
Alexa Rose + Josh Oliver w/ slowboys (partially seated)

Alexa Rose + Josh Oliver w/ slowboys (partially seated)

07:30 PM
Tractor Tavern - Live Music Calendar | Seattle, WA
Tractor Tavern, 5213 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle

Friday, August 28, 2026
The Talbott Brothers

The Talbott Brothers

The Talbott Brothers

FAR-West Official Showcase artist 2017

7:30p
The Triple Door
The Triple Door, 216 Union Street, Seattle

Saturday, August 29, 2026
LeRoy Bell and His Only Friends – Outdoor Summer Stage – FREE

LeRoy Bell and His Only Friends – Outdoor Summer Stage – FREE

LeRoy Bell is an American singer and songwriter. He and friend Casey James formed the duo Bell and James, composing songs that were hits for other artists most notably two charting hit singles for Elton John. Later Bell with bassist Terry Morgan formed the group, LeRoy Bell & his Only Friends. In 2011, Bell auditioned...

7:00pm
Upcoming Music, Concerts and Events – Millers Carnation
Miller's - A Gathering Place, 4597 Tolt Ave, Carnation

Monday, Aug 31, 2026
Willie Watson + Erin Rae

Willie Watson + Erin Rae

Top FolkDJ-L artist 2024

08:00 PM
Tractor Tavern - Live Music Calendar | Seattle, WA
Tractor Tavern, 5213 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle

Friday, Sep 4, 2026
KBCS Presents! Southern Culture On the Skids w/ Poi Rogers

KBCS Presents! Southern Culture On the Skids w/ Poi Rogers

08:00 PM
Tractor Tavern - Live Music Calendar | Seattle, WA
Tractor Tavern, 5213 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle

Sunday, September 6, 2026
Larry Murante

Larry Murante

Singer-songwriter Larry Murante is well known for his soaring, mellifluous tenor, strong rhythmic guitar style, and engaging stage presence. He performs both originals and cover tunes. His award-winning original songs feature beautifully woven stories about everyday folks. They combine compassionate, socially conscious lyrics with an upbeat, joyful folk-rock style.

FAR-West Official Showcase artist 2017

5pm
Anderson School Hotel - McMenamins
The Shed @ McMenamins Anderson School Hotel, 18607 Bothell Way NE, Bothell

Thu, Sep 10, 2026
The Infamous Stringdusters

The Infamous Stringdusters

Showbox Presents The Infamous Stringdusters

Top FolkDJ-L artist 2018

7:30 PM
Events | Showbox Presents
The Showbox, 1426 1st Ave, Seattle

Friday, September 11, 2026
Songwriter’s Showcase

Songwriter’s Showcase

Songwriter’s Showcase Songwriter’s Showcase A monthly showcase from Songwriters In Seattle. A new lineup each month featuring four local singer- songwriters performing their original material. Anchored and hosted the second Friday of each month by Seattle’s own Todd Christoffel. Each performer gets a 25-minute set in the showcase. Come on out to hear the best local singer- songwriters…

6:00pm
Events for September 2026 – C and P Coffee
C&P Coffee, 5612 California Ave SW, Seattle

Friday, Sep 11, 2026
KBCS Presents: Eilen Jewell w/ guests

KBCS Presents: Eilen Jewell w/ guests

Top FolkDJ-L artist 2023

08:30 PM
Tractor Tavern - Live Music Calendar | Seattle, WA
Tractor Tavern, 5213 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle

Saturday, Sep 12, 2026
KBCS Presents: Eilen Jewell (Early Show - Partially Seated)

KBCS Presents: Eilen Jewell (Early Show - Partially Seated)

Top FolkDJ-L artist 2023

02:00 PM
Tractor Tavern - Live Music Calendar | Seattle, WA
Tractor Tavern, 5213 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle

Saturday, September 12, 2026
The Paperboys – Outdoor Summer Stage

The Paperboys – Outdoor Summer Stage

Mexican Son Jarocho mixed in with Irish Jigs and Reels and a good dose of Country and Bluegrass. It has healthy servings of Ska, Soca and African Highlife and we've been known to throw in a little White Boy Reggae. Of course it also has strains of Soul, Pop and Funk although we are by...

Local artists

7:00pm
Upcoming Music, Concerts and Events – Millers Carnation
Miller's - A Gathering Place, 4597 Tolt Ave, Carnation

Sat, Sep 12, 2026
The Rebel Eves

The Rebel Eves

7PM
Concerts At Our House
Concerts At Our House, Capitol Hill, Seattle

Tuesday, September 15, 2026
Unplugged ~ A Musical Gathering!

Unplugged ~ A Musical Gathering!

Unplugged ~ A Musical Gathering! An informal venue in a cozy coffeehouse for acoustic instrumentalists and singers of all stripes: Classical, Early Music, Jazz, Folk, Composers, et. al.

6:00pm
Events for September 2026 – C and P Coffee
C&P Coffee, 5612 California Ave SW, Seattle

Thursday, Sep 17, 2026
SOLD OUT! KBCS Presents! Carsie Blanton Returns to the Tractor w/ The Burning Hell

SOLD OUT! KBCS Presents! Carsie Blanton Returns to the Tractor w/ The Burning Hell

08:00 PM
Tractor Tavern - Live Music Calendar | Seattle, WA
Tractor Tavern, 5213 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle

Friday, September 18, 2026
J. R. Rhodes

J. R. Rhodes

J. R. Rhodes Singer Songwriter

6:00pm
Events for September 2026 – C and P Coffee
C&P Coffee, 5612 California Ave SW, Seattle

Friday, September 18, 2026
Lady A

Lady A

The Rabbit Box presents Lady AFriday, Sept. 18th // Doors 6pm // Show 8pm

Folk Alliance Official Showcase artist 2025

7:00 PM
Events — The Rabbit Box ~ 94 Pike St. Seattle
The Rabbit Box, 94 Pike St, Seattle

Saturday, September 19, 2026
Roo Forrest and Friends

Roo Forrest and Friends

Roo Forrest and Friends plays an eclectic mix of originals and covers. Some of the artists we cover are Bob Dylan, Bruce Springsteen, Johnny Cash, and Bobby Gentry.

6:00pm
Events for September 2026 – C and P Coffee
C&P Coffee, 5612 California Ave SW, Seattle

Sep 19, 2026 (Sat)
Scottish Fish

Scottish Fish

After growing up steeped in the Boston Celtic music scene, these five young women began touring at an early age, quickly enchanting domestic and international audiences with their youthful enthusiasm, creative arrangements, and sensitive performances. As described by a concertgoer, “this powerhouse quintet wows listeners with a luscious and exciting sound, at times five instruments sharing one voice, and others a dynamic orchestra of harmony. Their years of friendship cultivate a truly unique musical bond. Their love for each other and the music they create is a gift they offer to anyone willing to listen.”

7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Concerts – Seattle Folklore Society
Phinney Center Concert Hall, Brick Building, 6532 Phinney Ave N, Seattle

Tuesday, September 22, 2026
Mortgage Lifters @ Perihelion Brewery

Mortgage Lifters @ Perihelion Brewery

Seattle and Vashon Island based band playing original and classic swing pop songs. Kim Thal, Robert Hinrix, Johnny Calcagno, and Tony Mates. Also known in some circles as Radiator Charlie's Mortgage Lifters. Tunes of the Golden Era.

Local artist

7:00 PM
Music Tuesdays and Events — Perihelion Brewery
Perihelion Brewery, 2800 16th Ave South, Seattle

Sep 26, 2026 (Sat)
Hayden Stern Band – Album Release + opening set by Vienna Scheyer

Hayden Stern Band – Album Release + opening set by Vienna Scheyer

SFS is excited to feature local treasure Hayden Stern’s newest project – a celebratory album release for The Morning Dark! As a fiddler, composer, singer, songwriter, visual artist, and community builder Hayden Stern has burst onto Seattle’s roots music and dance communities in recent years and become an indispensable force for good. He heads up no less than 20 different ensembles, all anchored by his dynamic fiddling, ebullient energy, and devilishly complex harmonic arrangements built on the fly. Stern draws freely from multiple traditions, expanding his original base of Scottish fiddling to Irish, Scandinavian, French-Canadian, Appalachian, and beyond. But for his newest work, he’s focusing on composing tunes himself, bringing his roving ear and keen focus on arranging to a live performance built to rouse everyone to dance...

7:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Concerts – Seattle Folklore Society
Phinney Center Concert Hall, Brick Building, 6532 Phinney Ave N, Seattle, 6532 Phinney Ave N, Seattle

Thursday, October 1, 2026 - Sun, Oct 4, 2026
Al Di Meola Acoustic Ensemble - Guitarchitect 2026

Al Di Meola Acoustic Ensemble - Guitarchitect 2026

A bona fide guitar virtuoso and musical visionary, recognized internationally over the past five decades for his exceptional talent and boundless creativity

Dimitriou's Jazz Alley - Calendar
Dimitriou's Jazz Alley, 2033 6th Avenue, Seattle

Friday, Oct 2, 2026
Mountain Grass Unit - Appalachian Smoke Tour

Mountain Grass Unit - Appalachian Smoke Tour

Folk Alliance Official Showcase artist 2025

08:00 PM
Tractor Tavern - Live Music Calendar | Seattle, WA
Tractor Tavern, 5213 Ballard Ave NW, Seattle

Sat, Oct 3, 2026
The Black Feathers

The Black Feathers

Folk Alliance Official Showcase artist 2023

7PM
Concerts At Our House
Concerts At Our House, Capitol Hill, Seattle

Monday, October 5, 2026
Jake Shimabukuro

Jake Shimabukuro

Presented by Liz Hunt & Benn Schreiber

7:00 PM
Get Tickets - Kirkland Performance Center
Kirkland Performance Center, 350 Kirkland Avenue, Kirkland

Friday, Oct 9, 2026
Paula Boggs Band

Paula Boggs Band

Local artist

6:30 pm
Black Dog Events Calendar
The Black Dog Arts Cafe, 8062 Railroad Ave SE, Snoqualmie

Friday, October 9, 2026
Kim Richey presented by The Triple Door at The Rabbit Box

Kim Richey presented by The Triple Door at The Rabbit Box

Kim Richey presented by The Triple Door at The Rabbit Box:Friday, October 9, 2026 @ 7:30pm

Top FolkDJ-L artist 2024

7:30 PM
Events — The Rabbit Box ~ 94 Pike St. Seattle
The Rabbit Box, 94 Pike St, Seattle

Friday, Oct 9, 2026
Stout Pounders

Stout Pounders

9:00 PM
Kells Irish Restaurant & Pub
Kells Irish, 1916 Post Alley, Seattle

Saturday, Oct 10, 2026
Stout Pounders

Stout Pounders

9:00 PM
Kells Irish Restaurant & Pub
Kells Irish, 1916 Post Alley, Seattle

Fri, Oct 16, 2026
Liz Longley presented by The Triple Door

Liz Longley presented by The Triple Door

Liz Longley presented by The Triple Door at The Rabbit BoxFriday, Oct. 16th / Doors 6:30pm / Music begins at 7:30pm

Top FolkDJ-L artist 2016

7:30 PM
Events — The Rabbit Box ~ 94 Pike St. Seattle
The Rabbit Box, 94 Pike St, Seattle


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