Concerts in Seattle

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Music and concerts are a staple for the summer season. Listening to your favorite bands at your local amphitheater happens all over the United States. Seattle is lucky enough to be a hotspot for many of your favorite bands this summer. There is something in every genre for you to check out and enjoy with your friends. What concert are you excited for this summer?

Ingrid Michaelson will be performing at the Paramount Theater on June 17 with guests Jukebox the Ghost and Greg Holden. Michaelson’s indie-pop tunes have given us songs like The Way I Am and Girls Chase Boys.

If you’d prefer a laugh to the sweet notes of a singer-songwriter, check out Dana Carvey at the Tacoma Dome on June 17. Along with Carvey will be Dennis Miller and Kevin Nealon.

Hot House Party 2 is taking it back to the 90’s with Bell Biv DeVoe, Coolio, Lisa, Lisa, Next, Young MC and Rob Base. The hip-hop and rap acts are not to be missed! You’ll want to throw on your denim jacket and crimp your hair.

Chicago will be rolling into Seattle on June 20th. Performing at the Chateau St. Michelle, you won’t want to miss this show!

The same night you can see Amy Schumer and some of her comedian colleagues like Judd Apatow, Dave Attell, Vanessa Bayer, Mike Birbiglia and Colin Quinn do live stand-up comedy at the Moore Theater to promote the new movie Trainwreck coming soon.

On July 11, see Zac Brown Band perform including songs from their new album Jeckyll and Hyde. Gorge Amphitheater.

July 12 brings with it J. Cole, Big Sean, YG and Jeremih to the White River Amphitheater for the Forest Hills Drive Tour.

You won’t want to miss One Direction when the boy band comes to CenturyLink Field on July 15th.

August 2nd will bring together rock and rap for one show that’s going to tear the house down. Fall Out Boy and Wiz Khalifa are touring together this summer along with Hoodie Allen and DJ Drama.

On August 5th you can “Let It Go” with Idina Menzel at the Paramount Theater. Fans of Broadway and Frozen will love this show.

Summer is going to be musical and filled with laughs. There are no excuses for you to stay home this summer. These are all can’t miss acts and there’s something here for every music style and age and sense of humor. Don’t miss out! Most of these shows are within an hour’s drive away from Aspira, some are even within walking distance!


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Seattle Times

Seattle's Summer Events

Seattle is always a booming place but especially so in the summer. There are always festivals, restaurants and other attractions to check out. If you’re sitting at home you have every excuse to get up and get out there! There’s always something to do in our city! If you’re looking for ideas, look no further. We have 5 of the most fun things to do in Seattle during the summer.

Seattle’s Great Wheel is perfect for every occasion from a day out with the kids to a first date night with your new beau. Admission is $13 for adults and $8.50 for kids 11 and under. The largest observation wheel on the west coast is open on Fridays and Saturdays from 10 AM until midnight so there’s plenty of time to ride! If you’re lucky enough to be riding on a special holiday you might get to see a laser light show! Only a 10 minute drive away from the Equinox Apartments.

This summer there are 15 chances for you to Dance til Dark in one of Seattle’s beautiful parks. Have two left feet? That’s okay! Beginner’s dance lessons are offered in the first hour of the night for anyone just getting started or feeling a little rusty. The best part of it all is that all lessons and dances are free!

Sticking with the outdoors at dark theme, you can try a outdoor movie! Perfect for the kids or a date night (depending on the movie). There are so many parks and outdoor theaters offering outdoor movies. Fremont Outdoor Cinema (a 15 minute drive from Equinox), Marymore Park (Only 20 minutes away) and West Seattle Outdoor Movies are just a few examples of the places you can find to see an outdoor movie this summer. For a list of more places to see them check here.

There is no shortage of farmer’s markets around Seattle for you to visit. The fresh, local produce will help enhance any meal you make. Check out the U-District on University Way or West Seattle Farmer’s Market in West Seattle Junction. For a list of other farmer’s markets in the area go here. See what delicious fruits and veggies you can find at any one of the local farmer’s markets.

Summer is the best time to take a relaxing water taxi ride for a scenic tour of the bay before taking a stroll down Alki Beach. If the beach isn’t your thing, you can take a walk through West Seattle for a delicious meal at one of the many restaurants before window shopping through the shops and stores. The water taxi port is a short 10 minute drive away from Equinox Apartments.

Don’t miss out on these opportunities to get out and have some fun! Seattle is never dull and you can always find an outing or fun activity to do with the whole family, with a date or with a group of friends! What’s your favorite summer activity in Seattle? Tell us on our Facebook page!


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King County
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Day Activities in Seattle

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We all can get cabin fever staying in our home for too long. Equinox Apartments is a great place to live, and they are also in a great location to many great Seattle trips and activities. There are activities for all types of people in Seattle.  Adventure, relaxation, and history are just a few options you have to explore close to home. Here are a few we think you may like to try.

iFly Seattle

Did you ever want to skydive, but the idea of jumping out of a plane was just a little to much for you to handle.  iFly Seattle is your perfect compromise then. How does indoor skydiving sound? You wear a jumpsuit and are suspended in midair by massive fans that sound like a jet engine. You are assisted by pros, but you get the amazing feeling of being weightless. As you get more advanced, you can learn to some tricks and different maneuvers.  This short little trip is just 20 minutes southeast.

Bird Watching

Bird watching may sound boring, but this is not your normal bird watching experience. In the Skagit Wildlife Area, you can see thousands of snow geese migrating off the mudflats at the Bay. It is like watching a nature movie come to life.  Snow geese are not the only birds you are able to see at Skagit. Bald Eagles, Sandpipers, and sometimes even swans can be seen at the many viewing areas. This great location is only about an hour north of Seattle.

Get Out In Nature

Woodlands, animals, and a flaming geyser are all waiting for you at Auburn Park.  You can see a flaming geyser in your exploration of this national park. However, that is not the only thing you can do on this hour drive southeast. You can also tube on the Green River before watching the mini airport of model airplane enthusiasts perform aerial feats.

What would you do on your perfect Seattle day trip? Comment on our Facebook and share with us your favorite ways to escape the city.

Best Beaches For Your Favorite Activity

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Seattle can be cold and windy, but it can also be beautiful in the summer. We also have a gorgeous coastline that is fun to explore on nights off or weekends with friends. What are the best beaches for different activities though in Seattle?  There are many options close to Equinox, but here are a few that we want to check out on our next day off.

Fishing

Right in Seattle, you can catch a salmon right in the Puget sound.  How would you like to relax on a sandy beach and hook a gorgeous pink salmon on a relaxing weekend?  This is possible at Point no Point. The gorgeous white beach at the top of the Kitsap Peninsula is perfect for fishing. This tip of the peninsula acts as a traffic cop for many fish including the pink salmon making it the perfect place to fish for a day. 

Swimming

20 minutes from downtown in Renton is a perfect beach to relax with a book and your sunscreen. Friends and family can enjoy a nice day at the beach without traveling down the coast.  Make sure to check out Lake Washington’s southern tip and Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park. There is a sizable beach, playground, and grassy area for kids and adults of all ages to enjoy.  It will be a nice break from your neighborhood pool, and a perfect way to relax and grab some sun. 

Beach Activities

If Beach activities are more your thing, go to Golden Gardens Park in Seattle. Fire pits, basketball courts, and plenty of beach gives you the perfect excuse to play some ball or make some marshmallows. This beach has an extraordinary view of the Puget Sound and the Olympic Mountains to watch as you take a run or throw a frisbee on the beach. The park also has an off leash dog area towards the northern section of the park.  This is your perfect beach for that warm day when you just want to get out and have fun.

These are just three of the many beaches up and down the Washington coast. What is your favorite beach to relax at this summer?