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Must List: This Week’s Top 5 Picks
Beats, bites, and books
By Sarah Stackhouse August 8, 2024
The Olympics are wrapping up this Sunday, and the excitement is palpable. Have you been following any of the Seattle-area athletes in Paris? It’s been so fun to watch.
In other news, Seafair has a new CEO, and over at Seattle Opera, James Robinson is stepping in as the new general and artistic director.
If you’re sticking around for the sunshine this weekend, you should check out our architecture tour. And don’t forget, the Auction of Washington Wines kicks off tonight. It’s a fun event supporting important work.
As always, we’ve got some great stuff to do if you’re kicking around this week.
Lola Milholland with Angela Garbes
Thursday, Aug. 8
7 p.m., Elliott Bay Books, Free
Lola Milholland chats about her new memoir with journalist and beloved Seattle author Angela Garbes. Group Living and Other Recipes is a timely exploration of communal living, pushing readers to rethink family and home.
Taste Edmonds
Aug. 9–11
Fri. 2-10 p.m. | Sat. 12-10 p.m. | Sun. 12-8 p.m., Civic Center Playfield, $20+
This three-day bash pulls together the best of Edmonds and nearby communities with music, makers, food, and fun. Think of Taste as the north end’s summer block party.
THING Festival 2024
Aug. 9–11
Remlinger Farms, $79+
This funky three-day festival at Remlinger Farms is great for families. There will be new, diverse music from big names like St. Vincent and Black Pumas, and arts in a super fun, welcoming atmosphere. Single-day and three-day passes are available, including VIP options.
Outlaw Fest
Saturday, Aug. 10
5 p.m., Gorge Amphitheatre, $81
This year’s Outlaw Music Festival is stacked. Willie Nelson & Family, Bob Dylan, Robert Plant & Alison Krauss, and John Mellencamp are all on the bill. Plus, Brittney Spencer, Celisse, and Southern Avenue join the mix.
International Sea Glass Festival
Saturday, Aug. 10
10 a.m.–5 p.m., Fisher Pavilion, $30
Visit our events calendar for more ideas.
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