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Some of the biggest events of Fall 2025 in Seattle are Bumbershoot, Seahawks home games, Lorde and Playboi Carti concerts, the Tasveer Film Festival, and Live Aloha. Here’s how to park near them and why monthly parking with WhereiPark is the smarter choice.
From September through November, Seattle is packed with things to do. The Washington Park Arboretum and Kubota Garden show off fall color, but the bigger draw is the city’s calendar. The real crowds come for live music, citywide festivals, and Sundays spent at Lumen Field.
And while you thought getting tickets was tough, wait till it’s event day and you decide to bring your car. Any seasoned event-goer in Seattle knows parking is a whole new battle. Big events pack the city, and parking becomes a challenge for both locals and visitors.
This guide highlights the biggest things to do in Seattle this fall. We’ll also give you helpful tips on how to park near the action.
Where to Park for Concerts, Festivals, and Seahawks GamesWhether you live in Seattle or you’re here for the season, parking near fall events fills up fast. Lock in a monthly parking spot with WhereiPark so you’re set for football Sundays, festival weekends, and everything in between. |
We’ve rounded up Seattle’s biggest fall 2025 events based on scale, cultural impact, and parking demand. From festivals to football, here’s where to go and how to park nearby.
Bumbershoot is Seattle’s long-running music and arts festival, held every Labor Day weekend at Seattle Center. The name itself, ‘Bumbershoot’, is a playful nickname for an umbrella, which is a nod to the city’s rainy reputation. The festival features live music, comedy, film screenings, visual art, and food from local vendors. At its height, the festival drew more than 100,000 people in a single weekend.
Bumbershoot 2025 brings music, art, and large crowds back to Seattle Center. Parking fills quickly, so plan ahead. Photo via Bumbershoot Official.
Price: Single-day passes typically start around $65–$75; weekend passes run $130–$150+ depending on lineup and presale availability.
Location: Seattle Center, 305 Harrison St, Seattle, WA.
Dates: Labor Day weekend (late August to early September).
Parking tip: During Bumbershoot, parking at Seattle Center garages (like Mercer Street and 5th Ave N) is often full before midday, and nearby street parking has strict 2–hour limits. A practical option is to pre-book with WhereiPark in the surrounding neighborhoods:
Seahawks games are some of the busiest days in Seattle, drawing more than 68,000 fans to Lumen Field. The NFL (National Football League) is the United States’ professional football league, with 32 teams playing from September through the Super Bowl in February.
Pre-game energy at Lumen Field as Seahawks flags lead the team entrance. Photo via Seattle Seahawks/Facebook.
Price: Average ticket prices starting around $100 for upper-level “Value Tickets” and scaling up to $400+ for premium seats. Tickets are available at https://www.seahawks.com/tickets/.
Location: Lumen Field, 800 Occidental Ave S, Seattle, WA.
Dates: According to the official Seahawks 2025 schedule, the team hosts seven regular-season games at Lumen Field during the fall months:
Parking Tip: Official venue garages (Lumen Field Garage and North Lot) open early but fill quickly and often charge premium rates on game day.
For regular attendees of NFL Sundays, booking a monthly parking spot with WhereiPark in Pioneer Square or SoDo means you’ll avoid paying $80+ every Sunday and always have a guaranteed space within walking distance. Public transit (Sounder Train, Link Light Rail to Stadium or International District stations) is also recommended if you’re coming from outside the downtown area.
Tasveer South Asian Film Festival & Market returns to Seattle October 8–12, 2025, spotlighting global cinema and industry voices. Video via Tasveer/Facebook.
Seattle’s Oscar-qualifying South Asian film festival showcases independent cinema alongside industry panels and a film market that connects creators with distributors. Screenings and events are hosted across multiple Seattle venues, offering visibility for South Asian narratives and filmmakers.
Price: Festival passes typically range from $100 to $125, with single-screening tickets available for $12 to $15. Check out the scheduled screenings and ticket prices at https://tasveerfestival.org/
Location: Multiple venues across Seattle (past years have included SIFF Cinema Uptown, The Ark Lodge, and The Seattle Asian Art Museum).
Dates: October 8–12, 2025.
WhereiPark Pro-Tip: Festival screenings are spread across neighborhoods, so parking needs will vary:
Seattle’s fall 2025 concert calendar includes two major tours: Lorde’s “Ultrasound World Tour” (September 2025) and Playboi Carti’s “Antagonist Tour” (October 2025). Both are expected to draw big crowds, with Lorde bringing a global pop audience and Playboi Carti’s high-energy show attracting younger hip-hop fans.
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Lorde brings her Ultrasound World Tour to Seattle in September 2025, with Climate Pledge Arena set to host the show. Post via Lorde/Instagram.
Price: Lorde’s Ultrasound Tour tickets in Seattle range from about $92 for upper-level seats to $600+ for floor and VIP options. Playboi Carti’s Antagonist Tour tickets start near $62, with most resale platforms listing standard seats in the $70–$80 range. Ticket sales are available through climatepledgearena.com and authorized ticketing partners.
Location and Dates:
Lorde: Ultrasound World Tour – October 22, 2025, 7:00 PM (Climate Pledge Arena)
Playboi Carti: Antagonist Tour – October 8, 2025, 7:00 PM (Climate Pledge Arena)
For a full list of upcoming concerts and events, visit the Climate Pledge Arena events calendar.
WhereiPark pro-tip:
Live Aloha is part of Seattle Center’s Festál series, celebrating Hawaiian culture through live music, hula performances, food vendors, and artisan markets. The festival brings together the Pacific Islander community and visitors for a full day of performances, workshops, and cultural exhibits that highlight the traditions and contemporary expressions of Hawai‘i.
Price: Admission to Live Aloha is free, with food, crafts, and vendor items available for purchase on-site. For more info, visit seattlelivealohafestival.com.
Dates: September 7, 2025 (11 a.m.–6 p.m.)
Location: Seattle Center, Seattle, WA
WhereiPark pro-tip
Seattle Center garages, including the Mercer Street Garage (650 3rd Ave N) and 5th Ave N Garage (516 Harrison St), are the closest options but tend to fill early on festival days. Rates usually run $20–$45 per day.
For lower-cost options, look at private lots a few blocks away, such as 225 Roy St Garage (~$6) or Seattle Center I Lot (~$8). Street parking near the Center is metered with strict time limits, making it a poor fit for all-day events.
Pre-book a space through WhereiPark to secure a guaranteed spot within walking distance and avoid circling during peak festival hours.
Borealis is Seattle’s signature light-art festival. The main event is a projection-mapping competition where international artists transform building facades into moving works of art. Attendees can explore immersive light installations, interactive exhibits, and live music performances, creating a community-wide celebration of creativity and technology.
Since its inaugural year in 2018, when it drew more than 120,000 attendees, the festival has become a major community event welcoming visitors of all ages.
Price: Free to attend.
Dates: October 11–14, 2025 (South Lake Union).
Location: South Lake Union Park, Seattle, WA.
WhereiPark Pro-Tip: Street and lot parking in South Lake Union is limited and can fill up fast, especially on evenings when buildings glow with light art. Consider using King County Metro, First Hill Streetcar, or ride-hail services for a smoother arrival.
The Mukilteo Lighthouse Festival or Mukfest is a three-day waterfront celebration at Lighthouse Park, blending small-town charm with big-draw attractions. Families and visitors can enjoy a parade through downtown, a salmon bake and pancake breakfast, live music, and kids’ activities ranging from inflatables to reptile shows. Evening highlights include a drone light show on Friday and Snohomish County’s largest fireworks display on Saturday.
Since its beginnings in the 1960s, MukFest has grown into a signature community event that draws crowds from across Puget Sound while keeping the historic 1906 lighthouse at its heart.
Price: Free entry; $8 admission for the beer garden.
Dates: September 5–7, 2025.
Location: Lighthouse Park, Mukilteo, WA.
WhereiPark Pro-Tip: There’s no parking at Lighthouse Park during the festival. Use the free shuttles from Olympic View Middle School or Kamiak High School, or secure a monthly spot in Everett or Lynnwood and connect by bus or rideshare for easier access.
If you want a full breakdown of Seattle parking costs, from street meters and garage rates to the cheapest neighborhoods for monthly parking, check out our guides:
Big Seattle events draw huge crowds, which means parking fills up fast. If you’d rather plan ahead, explore nearby garages and monthly options through WhereiPark.
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Zarah Mae Torrazo is the Head of Content at Spacer Technologies, where she leads content creation for Parkhound, Spacer.com, Spacer.com.au, and WhereiPark.
With nearly a decade of experience in digital content, Zarah specializes in crafting engaging, SEO-optimized writing that bridges both B2B and B2C audiences. Her work spans a wide range of industries from real estate and finance to mobility, health, and tech, with a focus on turning complex ideas into clear, actionable insights.
At WhereiPark, Zarah writes extensively about multifamily property management, urban mobility trends, and the monetization of underused assets like parking. She’s particularly passionate about the sharing economy and its power to reshape how people and businesses access space, transport, and opportunity.
Zarah Mae Torrazo is the Head of Content at Spacer Technologies, where she leads content creation for Parkhound, Spacer.com, Spacer.com.au, and WhereiPark.
With nearly a decade of experience in digital content, Zarah specializes in crafting engaging, SEO-optimized writing that bridges both B2B and B2C audiences. Her work spans a wide range of industries from real estate and finance to mobility, health, and tech, with a focus on turning complex ideas into clear, actionable insights.
At WhereiPark, Zarah writes extensively about multifamily property management, urban mobility trends, and the monetization of underused assets like parking. She’s particularly passionate about the sharing economy and its power to reshape how people and businesses access space, transport, and opportunity.
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