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.