Multi-GenreIndieIndie

Bumbershoot

Seattle, WashingtonAug · 2 days

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Official website

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Beginner score

5/5 · Book it this weekend

Lodging

No camping

Price range

Crowd size

Large

Season

Summer

Region

West

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The vibe

A long-running international music and arts festival at the Seattle Center.

Expect a multi-genre lineup with a laid back, city, and artsy weird feel. No camping.

Good fit for

Art enthusiasts. Great first festival.

Maybe not for

Heads up before you go: frequent grey weather.

Music and genre notes

Primary genre is Multi-Genre, with Indie and Alternative in the mix. Lineups change every year, so treat Multi-Genre, Indie, Alternativeas the festival's enduring sound rather than a promise about any single artist.

Travel and lodging notes

Held in Seattle, Washington (West region). No camping and hotel-based stays work well. Book lodging early for popular weekends and confirm details on the official site.