KEXP BBQ 2026
The KEXP BBQ Returns - Saturday August 22nd!
Join us for another summer day of live music, DJs, food, community, and celebration at the KEXP BBQ.
Taking over the KEXP Gathering Space, Upper and Lower NW Courtyards, and the Dupen Fountain, this all-ages event brings together artists, listeners, local food vendors, and music lovers from across Seattle and beyond for a full afternoon and evening of performances, discovery, and summertime hangs.
Tickets are on sale now! Capacity is limited and this event will likely sell out.
Live Music
Featuring Performances from:
- Ty Segall
- Arlo Parks
- Angine de Poitrine
- Los Mirlos
- Packaging
- Sea Lemon
Food & More
- Local food vendors, beverages, and summer treats available for purchase throughout the day.
- Family Fun activities and games
- Opportunities to meet KEXP DJs and personalities
- Limited edition KEXP BBQ and Artist merch
- Community Partners, Outdoor gathering, and more throughout the day
Come spend the day celebrating music, connection, and discovery with the KEXP community. Additional, more detailed information available below.
All ticket sales are final and directly support KEXP as a listener-powered nonprofit organization. Refunds are not available. Questions? Reach out to us at rsvp@kexp.org and we will get back to you as soon as we can!
Tickets and Registration
Additional Information
- Tickets & Check-In - Please have your ticket ready for check-in, (QR Code would be the fastest found on your ticket confirmation).
- If you plan to drink, bring a valid photo ID for alcohol service.
- Food is not included with the purchase of a ticket. Food will be available from various vendors for purchase.
- **All ticket sales are final* and considered a donation to KEXP so we cannot refund your tickets. If you have any questions about the event, please feel free to reach out to us at rsvp@kexp.org and we will get back to you as soon as we can!*
- Dress Code - Come as you are! Wear whatever makes you comfortable outside! Our event space will be primarily CONCRETE so please be aware of the extra heat and hardness that comes with that!
- Beverages - A variety of alcoholic (21+) and non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase in the beer garden.
- Getting Here: We are located right next to Climate Pledge Arena on the Seattle Center Campus. Seattle Center has a fabulous Getting Here Page with lots of helpful information.
- Parking - Street parking is available around the venue, along with several paid parking lots nearby. Parking will be limited and will become more expensive later in the day as there is a concert at the Climate Pledge Arena in the evening.
- ❌ No Coat or Bag Check - Plan accordingly, as there will be no coat check station available for jackets, bags, strollers or other extra items. You will be in charge of keeping an eye on and securing items that you bring.
- More information posted here soon!
Got questions? Let us know, reach out to rsvp@kexp.org! We can’t wait to see you there.