The Showbox is a legendary Seattle venue with two distinct locations: The Showbox at the Market (1426 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98101) and The Showbox SoDo (1700 1st Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134). Known for its intimate to mid-size rooms and a storied history that includes performances by Duke Ellington, Muddy Waters, Pearl Jam, Death Cab for Cutie, and more, The Showbox continues to be a centerpiece for live music in the Pacific Northwest. Whether you’re catching a headline concert or discovering a rising act, we’ve got you covered with practical details to secure your seats and plan your visit.

Note: Each Showbox venue operates as its own, standalone space with its own schedule, capacity, and amenities. Check the specific venue page for the exact show details and ticketing options.

Seating, parking, and transit options vary by venue. The Market site is primarily standing with configurable seating (roughly 300–750 seats depending on setup) and no on-site parking, while nearby garages and street parking are available. The SoDo location offers on-site parking limited in capacity and relies on nearby pay lots. Both venues are accessible by public transit and are well connected to downtown Seattle. For a comfortable stay, consider nearby hotels such as Mayflower Park Hotel, Kimpton Monaco Seattle, and Kimpton Hotel Vintage Seattle. We’ll help you find dependable hotel or restaurant partners to enhance your trip and secure your seats for the show.

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Getting there

The Showbox is located at 1426 1st Avenue, Seattle, WA 98101. The Showbox is located near Pike Place Market in downtown Seattle. [1] [2] [3]

Inside the venue

The Showbox has three bars on the premises. The Showbox is known for having good acoustics. There are no bad seats in The Showbox. [4]

Venue history

The Showbox opened its doors on July 24, 1939. The Showbox is an art-deco styled venue. The Showbox celebrated its 75th anniversary in 2014. [3]

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Seating, Parking & Venue Information

Locations: The Showbox at the Market (1426 1st Ave, Seattle, WA 98101) and The Showbox SoDo (1700 1st Ave S, Seattle, WA 98134).
Market venue capacity: approximately 1,100–1,150 (standing); seating configurations commonly range 300–750 depending on setup; SoDo venue capacity: up to about 1,800 total.
Notable history: venues have hosted Duke Ellington, Muddy Waters, Pearl Jam, Death Cab for Cutie, and others; Death Cab for Cutie recorded Live at the Showbox; in 2018 the Market site faced demolition threats but was temporarily protected by city action.
Parking & transit: No dedicated on-site parking at the Market; nearby garages (e.g., Pike Place Market Garage) and street parking available; strong transit access via Westlake Center and the Link Light Rail; Showbox SoDo has limited on-site parking and relies on nearby pay lots.
Nearby hotels: Mayflower Park Hotel (405 Olive Way), Kimpton Monaco Seattle (1101 Fourth Ave), Kimpton Hotel Vintage Seattle (1100 Fifth Ave).
Notable events hosted: a wide range of artists across genres; venue has also been a focal point in preservation efforts for Seattle’s historic Showbox theater.