This weekend sees multiple great acts coming to Seattle, as well as two festivals. Don’t miss out on these nine concerts taking place this weekend, December 13, 14, and 15.
Friday, December 13
Waterparks
Austin three-piece band, Waterparks, are known for their blend of pop, punk, and indie tunes. With an Alternative Press Music Award for Best Breakthrough Artist under their belt, the band is touring their latest album, Fandom, with Kitten and De’Wayne Jackson.
When: Friday, December 13
Time: 7 pm
Where: El Corazon — 109 Eastlake Avenue East, Seattle
Admission: All ages; $22.50+; tickets are available online
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Shiba San
After 15 years of producing French hip hop, Parisian producer Shiba San was inspired to create his own productions after becoming fascinated with the sounds of Chicago house. Catch him on his North American tour at Q Nightclub with support from LOWSH and KOISTER.
When: Friday, December 13
Time: 10 pm to 2 am
Where: Q Nightclub — 1426 Broadway, Seattle
Admission:Ā 21+ event; $15+; tickets are available online and in-person
Wreck The Hall Ball
Come out to Victory Lounge to celebrate the holidays with Fonzarelli, Bugs! and Trash Day. Enjoy Seattle garage rock favorites while enjoying a couple of brews.
When: Friday, December 13
Time: 8:30 pm
Where: Victory Lounge — 433 Eastlake Avenue East, Seattle
Admission: 21+ event; $8+; tickets available online or in-person
Saturday, December 14
Sir Mix a Lot
Catch the hip-hop legend himself, Sir Mix a Lot in Tacoma this Saturday. Originally from Auburn, Sir Mix a Lot’s career took off in the 1980s as he DJed parties at local community centers. He is still an active player in the Seattle community, currently hosting the morning show on Hot 103.7FM.
When: Saturday, December 14
Time: 9 pm
Where: Jazzbones — 2803 6th Avenue, Tacoma
Admission: All ages; $76+; tickets available online
Brandi Carlile
Brandi Carlile is headlining three dates this weekend at Benaroya Hall with the Seattle Symphony. The three time Grammy Award winner will be performing both fan favorites as well as new material. Support the Ravensdale-born singer this weekend, Friday through Sunday.
When: Friday to Sunday, December 13, 14, 15
Time: 8 pm
Where: Benaroya Hall — 200 Univerity Street, Seattle
Admission: All ages; tickets are available online
Live from our Living Room
The Vera Project is hosting a holiday benefit this weekend that showcases the space and programming while raising funds to keep their doors open. The show features Waxahatchee, Owen, and Blushh, all local, solo acts.
When: December 13 and December 14
Time: 7 to 10 pm
Where: The Vera Project — 305 Harrison Street, Seattle
Admission: All ages; $40+; tickets are available online
Sunday, December 15
Granger Smith
With a social media following of nearly 7 million and an Amazon best-selling No. 1 book out, Granger Smith certainly knows what he’s doing. Enjoy a night of country this Sunday at Showbox SoDo with the Texas native.
When: Sunday, December 15
Time: 8 pm
Where: Showbox SoDo — 1700 1st Avenue South, Seattle
Admission: All ages; $25+; tickets available online and in-person
X
Iconic punk band, X, are touring Seattle before the final shows of their tour in their hometown, Los Angeles. The band is joined on tour with fellow punk rockers Los Straightjackets and Skating Polly.
When: Sunday, December 15
Time: 7 pm
Where: The Crocodile
Admission: 21+ event; $37.50+; tickets are available online
How the Grouch Stole Christmas Feat. The Grouch with Special Guest Murs
Hawaii-based rapper, The Grouch, is making his way to Neumos this Sunday. The Oakland-born rapper is known as a founding member of the Living Legends crew, a collective of MCs and DJs worldwide, and will be touring his latest album, Thees Handz.
When: Sunday, December 15
Time: 8 pm
Where: Neumos — 925 East Pike Street, Seattle
Admission: 21+ event; $25+; tickets available online and in-person