Play, picnic, create, and frolic this summer at the Olympic Sculpture Park! SAM presents an entire magical summer season packed full of programs that combine visual art, movement, music, community, and a sprinkle of fairy dust. This year, we’re embodying the fairy magic of nature, reminding us of the deep, playful connection between imagination and the environment.
All Summer at SAM programs are free, public, and suitable for all ages. There is no outside alcohol permitted in the Olympic Sculpture Park.
Thursday evenings bring the party with performances by Seattle-based musicians, hands-on art activities to inspire your creativity, and rotating local food trucks. We kick off this season of Summer at SAM with live music and performances presented in partnership with Sonic Guild and art-making curated by The Cutie Foundation.
5:30–7 pm | DJ Clover
Kick off the evening with DJ Clover as he opens the program with a set full of sparkly beats, playful remixes, and dance floor magic.
5:30–9 pm | Art Activities
Craft your own whimsical fairy trinket with a rotating cast of local artists curated by The Cutie Foundation —then flutter back to the park on August 10 for the grand finale of Summer at SAM: Fairy Fest, where you can trade your treasures with fellow fairies!
6–6:30 pm | Neukom Vivarium
Explore the Mark Dion's Neukom Vivarium on a guided tour of this hybrid artwork and learning lab, where a fallen Western hemlock becomes home to an interconnected world of fungi, insects, and microbes.
Sonic Guild Concerts
7 pm | Passenger String Quartet (PSQ)
This cutting-edge ensemble transforms the world of strings. They merge the timeless beauty of classical music with the vibrant pulse of contemporary and pop genres, partnering with renowned artists for electrifying collaborations. With a history of international tours and major label recordings, they deliver a fresh and dynamic sound that captivates audiences worldwide. PSQ is founded by the award-winning violinist and composer Andrew Joslyn, who has worked with such artists and ensembles as the Seattle Symphony, Jackson Symphony, Michael Bolton, Kesha, Duff McKagan, and many others.
Dinner & Drinks
Grab a bite during the concert from local food trucks Off the Rez and Kottu. Additional snacks and beverages will be available for purchase from Shooby Doo Catering in the PACCAR Pavilion.