Live Acoustic Music Near Seattle, Washington

If you've never experienced hearing talented musicians perform in a small, intimate environment, you are in for a treat.

House concerts are a growing trend across the country, where people invite friends and neighbors into their homes for an up-close concert experience. And there are several house concerts being held in and around the Seattle area that you can check out - you just need to contact the host and ask to be invited.

Churches and non-profit community groups around Seattle host occasional coffeehouses that feature traditional folk musicians and other acoustic artists as a way of bringing the community together.

In addition, live acoustic music can be heard in several listening rooms and small theaters in Seattle. Local vineyards and restaurants and cafes in the area sometimes host nationally touring musicians as well.

Below you can find a listing of upcoming shows in these smaller venues by nationally and internationally touring artists.

Upcoming Acoustic Shows

July 27
Barboza (Bar/Nightclub)
Seattle, WA
July 27
The Crocodile (Bar/Nightclub)
Seattle, WA
July 30
Fremont Abbey Arts Center (Listening Room)
Seattle, WA
July 31
Tractor Tavern (Bar/Nightclub)
Seattle, WA
August 1
Dancing Fish Vineyards (Vineyard)
Freeland, WA
August 2
Northwest Cellars (Vineyard)
Kirkland, WA
August 2
Three Wheels Turning is a trio that synthesises the skills, tunes & hearts of multi-instrumentalist
Ballard Homestead (Small Theater)
Seattle, WA
August 3
Whimsical songwriter Deb Seymour is a master musical storyteller whose songs range from hitch-hiking chickens & tango-dancing Martians to blues-influenced torch songs. Laughter is the best medicine!
Couth Buzzard Books Espresso Buono Cafe (Cafe, Restaurant or Coffee Shop)
Seattle, WA
August 6
Tractor Tavern (Bar/Nightclub)
Seattle, WA
August 6
Hollywood Tavern (Cafe, Restaurant or Coffee Shop)
Woodinville, WA
August 8
Tractor Tavern (Bar/Nightclub)
Seattle, WA
August 8
Ken Waldman combines original poetry, old-time fiddling, and smart storytelling for a performance uniquely his. 20 books, 12 CDs. House concerts, major festivals. Solo or band. “Like a Ken Burns movie . . . Always recommended.” --Austin Chronicle
McMenamin's Spanish Ballroom (Small Theater)
Tacoma, WA
August 8
Minor Gold are an award winning Australian duo weaving masterful harmonies around stripped back, organic arrangements that draw on the classic songwriting of 70’s West Coast pop, the daydream haze of 60's folk to the ballad romance of the 80's.
Sunset Tavern (Bar/Nightclub)
Seattle, WA
August 8
Triple Door (Small Theater)
Seattle, WA
August 10
The Crocodile (Bar/Nightclub)
Seattle, WA
August 10
Fremont Abbey Arts Center (Listening Room)
Seattle, WA
August 11
Minor Gold are an award winning Australian duo weaving masterful harmonies around stripped back, organic arrangements that draw on the classic songwriting of 70’s West Coast pop, the daydream haze of 60's folk to the ballad romance of the 80's.
Kenyon Hall (Small Theater)
Seattle, WA
August 14
Jenner is a storyteller. His music is full of love, compassion and curiosity. The characters are relatable because they’re real folks
McMenamin's Spanish Ballroom (Small Theater)
Tacoma, WA
August 15
The White Buffalo is the professional moniker and stage name of American musician and singer/songwriter Jake Smith.
The Crocodile (Bar/Nightclub)
Seattle, WA
August 15
Tractor Tavern (Bar/Nightclub)
Seattle, WA
August 15
Jenner is a storyteller. His music is full of love, compassion and curiosity. The characters are relatable because they’re real folks
Triple Door (Small Theater)
Seattle, WA
August 16
American Songwriter describes Eilen Jewell as “one of America’s most intriguing, creative and idiosyncratic voices.”
Triple Door (Small Theater)
Seattle, WA
August 18
Tractor Tavern (Bar/Nightclub)
Seattle, WA
August 19
McMenamin's Spanish Ballroom (Small Theater)
Tacoma, WA
August 24
Tractor Tavern (Bar/Nightclub)
Seattle, WA
August 25
The Rabbit Box (Cafe, Restaurant or Coffee Shop)
Seattle, WA
August 29
The songs on my new album, "Seek the Love You’re Yearning" reflect my belief that everyone can reject their past neglect and abuse, which may hold them back from finding their heart’s desire.
The Royal Room Seattle (Listening Room)
Seattle, WA
August 29
Sunset Tavern (Bar/Nightclub)
Seattle, WA
September 4
McMenamin's Spanish Ballroom (Small Theater)
Tacoma, WA
September 5
The Neptune Theatre (Small Theater)
Seattle, WA
September 10
Admiral Theatre (Small Theater)
Bremerton, WA
September 13
Whimsical songwriter Deb Seymour is a master musical storyteller whose songs range from hitch-hiking chickens & tango-dancing Martians to blues-influenced torch songs. Laughter is the best medicine!
Phinney Neighborhood Market (Outdoor Music Series)
Seattle, WA
September 17
The Crocodile (Bar/Nightclub)
Seattle, WA
September 19
Sunset Tavern (Bar/Nightclub)
Seattle, WA
September 19
Triple Door (Small Theater)
Seattle, WA
September 19
The Rabbit Box (Cafe, Restaurant or Coffee Shop)
Seattle, WA
September 20
Triple Door (Small Theater)
Seattle, WA
September 21
Triple Door (Small Theater)
Seattle, WA
September 24
Tractor Tavern (Bar/Nightclub)
Seattle, WA
September 24
Tractor Tavern (Bar/Nightclub)
Seattle, WA
September 26
The Crocodile (Bar/Nightclub)
Seattle, WA
September 26
Triple Door (Small Theater)
Seattle, WA
September 28
Whimsical songwriter Deb Seymour is a master musical storyteller whose songs range from hitch-hiking chickens & tango-dancing Martians to blues-influenced torch songs. Laughter is the best medicine!
C and P Coffee Company (Cafe, Restaurant or Coffee Shop)
Seattle, WA
September 29
Tim Noah Thumbnail Theater (Listening Room)
Snohomish, WA
October 1
Rock, jazz, funk and alternative folk, all wrapped in the spirit of the Latin music she grew up with. NPR calls Alisa, “a pitch-perfect rendition of my wildest dreams.”
Sunset Tavern (Bar/Nightclub)
Seattle, WA
October 2
Tractor Tavern (Bar/Nightclub)
Seattle, WA
October 4
Ballard Homestead (Small Theater)
Seattle, WA
October 5
Whether they’re ripping through a set of original jigs and reels, adding lush harmonies into traditional folk ballads, or cracking up an audience with stories from the road, House of Hamill puts on a show that captivates audiences.
Seattle Folklore Society (Folk Music Society)
Seattle, WA
October 5
Tractor Tavern (Bar/Nightclub)
Seattle, WA
October 5
The Crocodile (Bar/Nightclub)
Seattle, WA
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Places to see live acoustic music in and around Seattle, Washington

House Concerts

Birdsong House Concerts (Seattle)
Chicken Barn Concert Hall (Clinton)
Concerts At Our House (Seattle)
Deb's Den Garden Concert Series (Seattle)

Listening Rooms

Auntmama's Stage 3 (Kingston)
Coyle Concerts in the Woods (Coyle)
Egan's Ballard Jam House (Seattle)
Fremont Abbey Arts Center (Seattle)
Laurel B Johnson Community Center (Quilcene)
The Royal Room Seattle (Seattle)
Tim Noah Thumbnail Theater (Snohomish)

Folk Music Societies

Seattle Folklore Society (Seattle)
Northwest Folklife (Seattle)

Folk Music Coffeehouses

Soul Food Coffee House & Fair Trade Emporium (Redmond)

Vineyards & Breweries

Dancing Fish Vineyards (Freeland)
Eleven Winery (Bainbridge Island)
Lauren Ashton Cellars (Woodinville)
Northwest Cellars (Kirkland)
Olalla Vineyard & Winery (Olalla)
Prohibition Cellars -Woodinville (Woodinville)
Sigillo Cellars (Snoqualmie)

Cafes, Restaurants & Coffee Shops

C & P Coffee (Seattle)
C and P Coffee Company (Seattle)
Couth Buzzard Books Espresso Buono Cafe (Seattle)
Hollywood Tavern (Woodinville)
Snapdragon (Vashon)
The Rabbit Box (Seattle)
The Robin Hood Pub (Union)
Treehouse Cafe (Bainbridge Island)

Small Theaters

Admiral Theatre (Bremerton)
Alma Mater - Fawcett Hall (Tacoma)
Ballard Homestead (Seattle)
Kenyon Hall (Seattle)
McMenamin's Spanish Ballroom (Tacoma)
The Neptune Theatre (Seattle)
Triple Door (Seattle)

Outdoor Music Series

Phinney Neighborhood Market (Seattle)

Bars & Nightclubs

Barboza (Seattle)
Nectar Lounge (Seattle)
Sunset Tavern (Seattle)
The Crocodile (Seattle)
Tractor Tavern (Seattle)