The Must List: Blues Festival, ‘John Baxter is a Switch Hitter’ at Cornish Playhouse
What to do this weekend in Seattle
By Seattle magazine staff August 13, 2015
Must Laugh
Cornish Playhouse Presents John Baxter is a Switch Hitter
(8/18 to 9/27, times vary) Part of the Intiman Theater Festival and inspired by a true, and truly bizarre, Seattle story, this new play tackles the hairy question of how much gay is enough gay to qualify for the Gay Softball World Series.
Must Eat & Drink
A Weekend of Washington Wines
(8/13 to 8/15, times vary) The vino-fueled fun kicks off on Thursday with a grand picnic on the lush grounds of Chateau Ste. Michelle, then gets even grander with Friday’s winemaker dinners and Saturday’s gala. Round out your wine weekend with the 5K or 10K at Columbia Winery.
Must See
Duwamish Water Festival
(8/15 to 8/18, times vary) Duwamish Revealed is a months-long creative exploration of Seattle’s only river via dozens of art installations and performances along the banks. Check out some of the work during this weekend’s Water Festival at Duwamish Waterway Park, featuring dragon boat races, folkloric dancing, art activities for all ages and wrestling by Lucha Libre Volcanica.
Must Hear
Feed Your Soul at the Columbia City Blues Festival
(8/14 to 8/16, times vary) The third annual Columbia City Blues Festival at The Royal Room includes musical tributes to dearly departed B.B. King and Johnny Winter.
Must Have Fun on the Cheap
The Big List of Free Things to Do in Seattle
(Dates and times vary) Seattle has a slew of fun and free things to do during the rest of this month—and for many months to come. Explore a new museum, watch a drive-in movie or enjoy a taste of soothing Japanese tea—all while leaving your wallet on your nightstand.
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