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Tractor Tavern
Type: Live Music
10Best Says
This beloved Ballard nightspot features a smorgasbord of impressive music on a weekly basis, and performances range from zydeco, bluegrass and country to rock, folk, jazz and beyond. In addition to... Read More
This beloved Ballard nightspot features a smorgasbord of impressive music on a weekly basis, and performances range from zydeco, bluegrass and country to rock, folk, jazz and beyond. In addition to great live music, the Tractor also offers a friendly, neighborhood vibe as well as local beers on tap (including cans of Seattle Cider). Completing the distinctly American scene are walls decorated with old tractor parts and farming implements, and cowboy boots dangle from the ceiling rafters. Square dancing often happens on Monday evenings, accompanied by the music of the Tallboys, who often busk down by the Pike Place Starbucks.
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Hours:
- Tractor Tavern: Daily 8pm-2am
- Box Office: Mon-Fri Noon-4pm
Admissions:
- $5-25
EXPERT TIPS BY:
Corinne Whiting
Seattle Local Expert
- Best Nightlife: "Why not make a night of it? Grab dinner or drinks in bustling Ballard before heading to the show."
- Early Entertainment, Live Music: "Is Square dancing your scene? It takes place here often on Monday evenings, accompanied by the music of the Tallboys, who often busk down by the Pike Place Starbucks."
- Recommended as Best Nightlife Because: This Ballard music venue brings talents from near and far to a welcoming space, offering a down-home vibe and cowboy boots dangling from the rafters.
- Best for Early Entertainment Because: Tractor Tavern, a beloved Ballard music venue, sometimes books shows and special events on the early side, especially on weeknights.
- Best for Live Music Because: Tractor Tavern is one of Ballard's most beloved music venues; come here for American music and a decor that features dangling cowboy boots.