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Pioneer Square

Pioneer Square, Seattle, WA, USA · Downtown, Seattle

Pioneer Square is Seattle's original historic neighborhood, established in 1852, featuring a vibrant mix of galleries, performance venues, restaurants, and shops. The area is known for its rich cultural heritage, including iconic music venues like The Central Saloon (est. 1892) and its role in Seattle's grunge history, with multiple stages and event spaces hosting live music, festivals, and community gatherings.

Upcoming events

Beneath the Streets Underground Tours of Pioneer Square
Thursday, December 11, 2025 · Other
The Four Corners: We Still Dream of Hip-Hop
Saturday, August 15, 2026 · 12:00 PM PDT · Visual Arts
Mobile Book Fair and Zine Library
Thursday, September 3, 2026 · 5:30 PM PDT · Markets & Shopping
Only Free Ice Skating Rink Is Returning To Pioneer Square This December
probably around Sunday, December 13, 2026 · Sports & Outdoors

Recently at Pioneer Square

Seattle Art Walk
Thursday, August 6, 2026 · 5:00 PM PDT · Visual Arts
Pioneer Square Art Walk
Thursday, August 6, 2026 · 5:00 PM PDT · Visual Arts
Hot Rat Summer
probably around Saturday, June 13, 2026 · 5:00 PM PDT · Visual Arts
OysterFest
probably around Thursday, May 21, 2026 · 6:00 PM PDT · Food & Drink
Seattle's Only Free Ice Skating Rink At Pioneer Square
Saturday, December 13, 2025 · 12:00 PM PST · Family & Kids
Occidental Square Trading Post
probably around Saturday, April 26, 2025 · 12:00 PM PDT · Markets & Shopping

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