August 6, 2025

Your Guide to the 2025 South Lake Union

Celebrate music, food & community at SLU’s biggest summer bash.

Now in its 19th year, the South Lake Union Block Party returns as the neighborhood’s largest and longest-running festival. The always-free admission brings you the best of local music, food, and community. Mark your calendars for Friday, August 8, and head to the lawn of the SLU Discovery Center at Westlake Ave N & Denny Way for a day of celebration you won’t want to miss.

The 2025 South Lake Union Block Party promises a full day of music, food, and connection in the heart of the neighborhood. Attendees can look forward to two stages packed with live performances from some of the Pacific Northwest’s most exciting artists, plus a buzzing Beer + Cocktail Garden perfect for cooling off and kicking back between sets. Local food trucks will be serving up bold bites and sweet treats throughout the day, while the Community Fair invites you to explore South Lake Union’s vibrant mix of businesses and nonprofits. Whether you’re there for the tunes, the eats, or to discover something new about the neighborhood, there’s no shortage of ways to get involved.

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Live Music All Day

Are you ready for an unforgettable soundtrack to your summer? The Michelob Ultra Main Stage will keep the energy high with a lineup that spans decades and genres:

Click here for the full schedule.

The Kidder Mathews Community Fair Stage features all-day music from:

Click here for the full schedule.

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Eats + Drinks

Fuel your fun with bites from some favorite local taste makers:

Explore the Community Fair

Discover what makes South Lake Union shine at the Community Fair, where local businesses and nonprofits come together. Stop by booths from Gene Juarez Salons and Spas, Glazer’s Camera, UW Medicine, Barry’s, and more. You’ll also meet incredible organizations like YouthCare, Compass Housing Alliance, FareStart, and The Center for Wooden Boats making a difference in our city.

Bonus Activities You’ll Love

  • Street Scramble: Grab a map and set out on an urban adventure! Whether you walk, run, bike, or scoot, you’ll uncover hidden gems in SLU. Click here for free registration.
  • Free Community Yoga: Unwind with a CorePower Yoga class on the Main Stage from 4:30–5:15 PM. Perfect for all levels—just bring your mat and breathe in the summer vibes.

Make It a Day to Remember

Whether you’re here for the music, the food, or the chance to connect with neighbors, the South Lake Union Block Party is a true community experience. Mark your calendar, gather your friends, and get ready for a celebration of everything that makes South Lake Union special.

Follow DiscoverSLU on Instagram for the latest updates and tag @southlakeunion to share your favorite moments!

Story by Ethan Chung. Photos courtesy Bold Hat Productions.


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