Alki Beach Pride, music fests, comedy, more happening in Seattle this weekend

While everyone is masking themselves and social distancing is popularizing again, it doesn’t seem to be slowing the number of events and activities on offer in Seattle this weekend.

Fortunately, almost everything takes place outdoors with plenty of space to spread out.

From theatrical performances to stand-up comedy to a Pride parade and the chance to relive your old prom, read on to see and do in the Emerald City this weekend.

“Marison” presented by the Williams Project.

The Williams Project

Theater: The William’s Project features surreal comedy “Marisol”

“Marisol Perez has always followed the rules. Get a good job, say your prayers, never look strangers in the eyes. Most of the time it got her to safety. [But] When Marisol’s Guardian Angel visits her in the middle of the night to warn her that God is dying and the angels have declared war, all bets are made, ”begins the press release for The William’s Project’s latest production,“ MarKisol ”.

This surreal dystopian comedy begins its two-week journey at Equinox Studios (6555 5th Ave. S.) in Georgetown August 13-29. They are also offering “Saints and Sinners Sunday” on August 22nd and 29th with a mix-and-mingle pre-show starting at 6 pm. DJ Play_Pranks sets the mood, while Taco El Güerro and Counterbalance Brewing Company offer food and drinks for sale.

Pay-what-you-can-afford tickets can be reserved in advance, with a portion reserved for the day of reservation. Proof of vaccination against COVID-19 is required from the age of 12.

Comedy: Kent’s Jeff Dye is back in town

Remember that high school class clown who believed in Bigfoot and was a huge sports fan in Seattle? No? He was a finalist on NBC’s “Last Comic Standing” and appeared on shows such as “Better Late Than Never” and “The Masked Singer”. Yes. This guy. Jeff Dye is taking a break from his Netflix show “Too Hot to Handle” and he’s going to screw it up with two shows every night at the Pop Up Comedy Club in the Hard Rock Café, Cavern Club in Seattle, August 13th and 14th.

Prom

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Events: Attend the prom you missed

You might want to stop by the Salvation Army or pull out that old bridesmaid dress you kept tucked away in your closet because it’s time for the 4th Annual Prom Night 2021: Forever Young. This event takes place in the Doubletree SeaTac Grand Ballroom and offers adults (21+) the opportunity to relive their prom night or make up for the missed time. No appointments – or corsages – are required, but formal attire will be. Show your moves and dance to the music of the 80s and 90s, the top 40, and some of the best music of today. You could just be crowned prom king or queen.

Music on the mural

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Music: Seattle is going to rock this Sunday

Seattle is full of music this weekend with several concerts. First, the Seattle Center is presenting Festál Music at the Mural, a new and completely free Sunday concert series that will take place on August 15, 22, and 29, and September 5 and 12, from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. Multilingual, multirhythmic world sounds, including the groups La Cantina, Eduardo Mendonça & Show Brazil !, Sistas Rock the Arts, Guzo Band, Ghost Horse, Kiki Valera y su Son Cubano and The Djeliyah Band with Kouyate.

Then over at the Fisher Pavilion Disco, Donnie works with Upper Left to put on a Sunday open air concert with performances by Diplo, Dom Dolla, Walker & Royce, VNSSA, LP Giobbi and Subset. The 21+ event takes place from 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Additionally, Refill Live: A Block Party Benefit will take place on Sunday at 9th Ave. N. and in Thomas St. This free, public event is presented by KEXP and features a variety of Seattle artists from 4:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m. This year, 100% of all proceeds go towards The Vera Project’s Equip The Kids program.

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Wine: 34th annual wine auction and more

The Auction of Washington Wines is considered one of the top 5 charity wine auctions in the United States and presents three “mini-galas” to celebrate its 34th anniversary. The personal events will take place at Chateau Ste Michelle, Maryhill Winery and The Winemakers Reserve on Saturday, August 14th at 5 p.m. Each mini-gala includes a seated dinner, participation in the virtual gala and some surprises.

Meanwhile, Downtown Kent has its Sip, Swirl & Savor event on the same day from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Bring your own wine glass and sample delicious wines from a variety of Washington wineries while also visiting the Inside Out Street Market, which has shops, artists, vendors, a restaurant, and live music. The tickets are limited to the first 150 people.

Scenes from the 2018 Seattle Pride Parade.

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Festivals: 3 big ones not to be missed

Coupeville is a small town, but its annual Arts & Crafts Festival is huge. This year’s event celebrates its 50th anniversary with over 100 artists as well as food sellers, a judged art gallery and activities for the children on site on Saturday and Sunday. The festival will honor the current COVID-19 protocols with greater spacing between providers and offer a mobile vaccine clinic.

Puyallup presents its Meeker Days Art & Musical Festival from August 13th to 15th. Head to Pioneer Park to enjoy three music stages, food stalls, a vintage car show, art, bouncy castles, beer gardens, family activities, “dog retreat fun,” antiques, and even a giant sandpit.

The Alki Beach Pride will also be held on Saturday and Sunday with three parades (car, kayak, and scooter), volleyball training, COVID-19 vaccine pop-up clinics, indigenous storytelling, and the Rainbow City Band making multiple stops along Alki Beach makes its promenade in full swing.