Waterfront

Lake Union

Lake Union, Seattle, WA, USA · Downtown, Seattle

Lake Union is a freshwater lake located entirely within Seattle's city limits, surrounded by vibrant neighborhoods including South Lake Union, Eastlake, and Westlake. The lake serves as a major recreational and cultural hub, hosting water activities, parks, museums, and serving as a venue for summer concerts, Fourth of July fireworks, and various water-based events.

Upcoming events

Washington Midsummer Renaissance Faire
Saturday, August 1, 2026 · Festivals & Parades
Seattle Paddle Rave
Tuesday, August 18, 2026 · 5:30 PM PDT · Community & Social
Seattle Paddle Rave
Saturday, August 22, 2026 · Music
Dock Rock #2
Saturday, August 22, 2026 · 2:00 PM PDT · Music
Seafair Summer Music Series
Tuesday, August 25, 2026 · 6:00 PM PDT · Music
Seafair Summer Music Series
Tuesday, September 15, 2026 · 6:30 PM PDT · Music
Lake Union Concerts: Summer 2026 Concert Series
Sunday, September 20, 2026 · 3:00 PM PDT · Music
Seattle Paddle Rave
Sunday, September 20, 2026 · 3:00 PM PDT · Nightlife
Fourth of July — Seattle
probably around Sunday, July 4, 2027 · Festivals & Parades
Fireworks
Sunday, July 4, 2027 · 10:15 PM PDT · Festivals & Parades
Lake Union Paddle Board Rave
probably around Sunday, August 1, 2027 · Music

Recently at Lake Union

Seattle Paddle Rave
Saturday, August 1, 2026 · 5:30 PM PDT · Nightlife
Odakai
Saturday, August 1, 2026 · Music
Dock Rock
Friday, July 17, 2026 · 5:00 PM PDT
Seattle Paddle Rave: MMBASSY x SWDJs
Wednesday, July 15, 2026 · 5:00 PM PDT

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