Bite of Seattle returns this summer, bringing back one of the city’s most beloved food festivals. Now in its 40th year, the festival will offer three days of local flavors and live entertainment from July 25 to 27.
Highlights
- Bite of Seattle runs from July 25 to 27 at Seattle Center.
- The festival is celebrating its 40th anniversary.
- It offers a variety of food and beverages from over 300 local vendors and live music.
Bite of Seattle Makes a Comeback in Seattle
Taking place in Seattle Center, Bite of Seattle draws more than 355,000 visitors annually, making it one of the largest events in the city. While the festival is known for food and music, it offers much more. Guests can sip craft beverages in the beer and wine gardens, browse local artisan stalls, and enjoy cider tastings.
When: July 25 to July 27
Where: Seattle Center, Seattle
Food bites and stalls
Bite of Seattle features over 300 local vendors, offering visitors a culinary glimpse into the diverse flavors of the region. The lineup includes a wide variety of cuisines — from Asian, Mexican, and African dishes to Pacific Northwest specialties, fusion street food, and classic American comfort fare.
The festival also features Bite Cooks, a live culinary stage hosted by Emmy-nominated TV personality Carly Henderson. This live cooking stage will have an impressive lineup of culinary talent across all three days of the event.
Chef Shaun O’Neale of MasterChef fame will open the festival’s first day at 3 PM at Fisher Pavilion, followed by celebrated chef and cookbook author Martin Yan.
Throughout the weekend, Bite Cooks will spotlight chefs like Emma Le Dû, Johnny Sullivan, Jaimee Skinner, and Jason Stratton in live cooking demos and competitions.
Music Lineup
Beyond the food, Bite of Seattle showcases local talent with a full lineup of live music performances. This year’s festival includes a diverse lineup of local artists performing rock, indie, and global music for attendees to enjoy.
Friday’s lineup includes high-energy sets from Massy Ferguson, punk band Mega Cat, funk-rock group Montlake Traffic, and The Moondoggies.
Saturday, July 26 will continue the momentum with performances of folk musician Amelia Day, indie artist City of Pine, rock artist Funhouse and alt hip-hop artist Oble Reed among others.
Sunday wraps up with performances by folk group Clay Street Unit, pop singer Brittany Collins, and blues-rock band Walking Papers.
With over 300 vendors, live music, and hands-on experiences, Bite of Seattle offers a weekend full of flavor and fun at the heart of the city.
