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KEXP and Seattle Center present Concerts at the Mural
July 31, August 7, 14 & 21, 2009 at 6 PM. KEXP BBQ August 8, 2009 from 2 - 9 PM

305 Harrison Street
Seattle, WA 98109
(206) 684-7200

Brought together by a shared commitment to innovative and culturally diverse programming, KEXP 90.3FM and Seattle Center have teamed up to present Concerts at the Mural, a series of eclectic concerts on some of the summer’s sultriest weekends.

Take advantage of the warm summer nights and take in the tunes from some of KEXP's favorite artists. The five FREE all-ages shows are tailored to the culturally curious who seek to discover the best of the area’s independent music scene.

Friday, July 31 at 6 pm*

Blitzen Trapper

Throw Me The Statue

Friday, August 7 at 6 pm*

Dyme Def

Fresh Espresso

Saturday, August 8 from 2 - 9 pm
KEXP BBQ

Dinosaur Jr.

Viva Voce

Cymbals Eat Guitars

Japandroids

Born Anchors

champagne champagne

Friday, August 14 at 6 pm *

The Dodos
Army Navy

Friday, August 21 at 6 pm*

Fruit Bats

The Moondoggies

Johnny and the Moon

*Friday Nights, 5 pm Preshow

Come early to get your seats, listen to KEXP DJs, and enjoy the beer/wine garden.

Listen to KEXP 90.3FM or visit KEXP.org for updates.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What is the cost to attend?
Admission to the concerts and BBQ is FREE.

What are the seating arrangements?
"Seating" is first-come, first-served, limited to the capacity of the Mural Amphitheatre lawn. You may bring folding chairs or blankets, but please be aware that some people will stand during the concerts.

What if it rains?
For cancellation information/updates, call Seattle Center Customer Service at 684-7200 or go to www.seattlecenter.com after 2 PM.

Can I bring my pet?
Due to the potential crowd size and the abundance of food in the area, we would prefer that concert-goers leave pets at home (except for legal guidance animals).

What is not allowed?
NO large bags, large coolers/ice chests, umbrellas, video or audio recorders.

Will food & beverages be available?
For Friday night concerts, Center House Bistro is conveniently located right next to the Mural and has patio seating overlooking the Mural. Or look for other tasty food and beverage options inside Center House.

On Saturday food and beverage offerings will be plentiful at the KEXP annual BBQ.

Will alcohol be available?
Starting one hour before the show a beer/wine garden will be open for people at least 21 years of age with a valid photo ID.

About Concerts at the Mural

The community gathers for Concerts at the Mural, a series of five FREE summer concerts presented by KEXP and Seattle Center. Funded in part by Seattle Center Fund and the City of Seattle, Concerts at the Mural showcases prominent bands that perform and celebrate the best of the nations music scene.

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