Bell Street Park

Letters to Santa at Bell Street Park

Join us for a festive Saturday at Bell Street! From 11 a.m.-2 p.m., write your letter to Santa with SilverKite Community Arts and send it straight from our special North Pole mailbox, plus enjoy hot cocoa and donuts and live music. All activities are free and open to the public. If you're on the south …

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Light Up Your Trip at Bell Street Park

Don’t let the dark and winter weather affect your commute! Join Commute Seattle for Light Up Your Trip on Thursday, Dec. 4 from 4-6 p.m. at Bell Street Park to learn about visibility and safety in winter commuting. Grab some free safety gear and enjoy hot beverages, courtesy of Blo

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Free Art Workshops at Bell Street Park

Come to Bell Street Park and express your creativity at a free series of hands-on art workshops, presented by DSA/MID and taught by SilverKite Community Arts. All ages are welcome and supplies are provided. Workshops will be Saturdays in August from noon-3 p.m. Aug. 2: Building Mini Airplanes Aug. 9: Poetry All Around: Words of the …

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Smokey Brights – Downtown Summer Sounds

Due to a scheduling conflict, previously scheduled artist Lady Wray is unfortunately no longer able to perform. We’re excited to welcome locally-based group Smokey Brights in her place. Genre: Alternative, Rock Location: Bell Street Park / First to Fifth avenues on Bell St. Smokey Brights is a story of love and pizza. Husband and wife …

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The Softies – Downtown Summer Sounds

Genre: Indie Pop, Americana Location: Bell Street Park / First to Fifth avenues on Bell St. The Softies are the musical duo of Rose Melberg and Jen Sbragia, known for their minimal approach to pop music. Beginning in 1994, the combo's intent was to be a side project for both artists that has blossomed into …

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Downtown Summer Sounds 2025

Free live music is back in downtown Seattle all summer long! Local, national and international bands will perform for the 46th year of Downtown Summer Sounds, our free summer concert series, running July 11–Aug. 28. From indie rock to soul jazz and Cuban funk to Americana, there’s something for everyone. Join us at Westlake Park, …

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Summer Solstice Concert featuring La Fonda

Celebrate the start of summer at a free concert at Bell Street Park featuring indie rock band La Fonda! We’ll also have free games, and ice cream available for purchase. Plus, snap a selfie with the pop-up Pride photo op at the park. Come welcome the season with us in the heart of

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Queer Joy Creates – Craft Fair and Festival

Celebrate Pride Month at Queer Joy Creates! This free pop-up festival and craft fair celebrates queer art and ideas, in partnership with Washington Ensemble Theatre. Enjoy hands-on crafting experiences, drag performances, a gallery of queer artists and more at this all-ages event from n

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Jingle Bell Jam Concerts – Polyrhythmics

Get into the spirit with free live music from local artists performing favorite holiday tunes! Polyrhythmics brings their psychedelic rock and afro-beat to every performance! This holiday concert at Bell Street Park will feature original works and holiday classics with a funky twist. Stop by from 3-5 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 14. For even more …