Seattle Center Classical
A free outdoor live music festival featuring Seattle’s leading classical music organizations.
Sunday, July 5 2026 // 12–6 PM
International Fountain Lawn
Festival Schedule
Opening of Seattle Center Classical and Pacific Northwest Ballet Orchestra
Seattle Chamber Music Society
Early Music Seattle
Seattle Chamber Music Society
Seattle Opera
Seattle Symphony
Community Group Sing-Along led by the Greater Seattle Choral Consortium and Farewell from Classical KING
What to Bring to Seattle Center Classical
Seattle Center Classical is a relaxed outdoor festival, so we recommend dressing comfortably and planning for a full afternoon of music and exploration. Consider bringing a blanket or portable lawn chair, sunscreen, a hat, sunglasses, water, and a light jacket or rain layer in case the weather changes.
You’re welcome to bring snacks or a picnic meal to enjoy while listening to performances. If you choose to bring an umbrella or other shade covering, please be mindful of those seated around you so everyone can enjoy the performances.
About Seattle Center Classical
Seattle Center Classical is a new outdoor Classical KING music experience bringing together live performances, musical discovery, and community gathering at the International Fountain on Sunday, July 5.
Developed through the ongoing partnership between Seattle Center and Classical KING, Seattle Center Classical marks the first event of its kind at Seattle Center where several of the region’s leading classical music organizations will perform in a shared public setting.
Featured Organizations
Community Sing-Along Finale
Help us fill the International Fountain Lawn with song.
Join singers from across the Puget Sound region for the Seattle Center Classical Community Sing-Along Finale at 5:30pm on the International Fountain Lawn, led by GSCC conductors, Chris Vincent (Market Street Singers) and Will Rand (Seattle Peace Chorus).
Together we’ll sing Dona Nobis Pacem (Traditional) and How Can I Keep From Singing by Robert Lowry, arranged by Chris Vincent, in a joyful celebration of community through music.
Participation is free and open to singers of all ages and experience levels. Register to receive music and lyric PDFs, rehearsal and arrival information, event reminders, and day-of logistics. A free community rehearsal will be offered before the festival, but attendance is optional.
Join a community of singers and help create a memorable finale to Seattle Center Classical.
Onsite Partner Organizations
Music Is Just the Beginning
Spend the afternoon exploring arts organizations, family-friendly activities, community storytelling, hands-on musical experiences, and opportunities to connect with Seattle’s vibrant cultural community.
