SPECIAL EVENTS

June 17–19
Fremont Solstice 2016
While the Solstice doesn't actually occur until Monday, Seattle's summer kicks off this weekend with the always spirited Fremont Solstice festivities. The annual parade on Saturday brings out some of the city's most colorful residents, but that's just the tip of the (melting in the heat) iceberg. With crafts, outdoor shopping, food, and free concerts from the Helio Sequence, Hey Marseilles, Cataldo, Seattle Rock Orchestra playing the Beach Boys, and more, there's really no good reason to not spend the weekend in the Fremont sun. Fremont, Free

FOOD & DRINK

June 17–19
Washington Brewers Festival
Does dad really want breakfast in bed and another tie for Father’s Day (June 19)? Or might he prefer a trip to Marymoor Park for the annual Washington Brewer’s Festival? With more than 400 beers crafted by 105 breweries from across the state, there’s no more plentiful bevy of brews around. And thanks to the all-ages activities, root beer garden, and live music, the old man can still spend the day with the whole family. Marymoor Park, $30

COMEDY

June 16–18
Broken Lizard’s Steve Lemme and Kevin Heffernan
Don’t expect a typical comedy club experience when Steve Lemme and Kevin Heffernan of Broken Lizard, the comedy troupe behind Super Troopers and Beerfest, head to Bellevue. The duo’s live show mixes traditional standup, behind-the-scenes storytelling, and Broken Lizard trivia for a festive evening of humor. Maybe they’ll even share details about Super Troopers 2, which should get a theatrical release date anytime meow. Parlor Live Comedy Club, $25–$35

Fri, June 17
The Seattle Process with Brett Hamil
Brett Hamil had issues with Seattle politics for years. For a while, he let his thoughts fester while pursuing his standup career, but it turns out his thoughts on comedy and politics are actually simpatico. Hamil channels his frustration into Seattle Process with Brett Hamil, a live political talk show at Northwest Film Forum. The June edition of the show features state senator Pramila Jayapal as Hamil’s guest. Northwest Film Forum, $15

THE SPORTING LIFE

Thur, June 16
Copa América Quarterfinal: United States vs. Ecuador
After improbably winning Group A on the boot of Clint Dempsey, the USMNT prepares for the knockout round of Copa América. They’ll need all the firepower that Dempsey can muster when squaring off against an Ecuadorian side that has only allowed two goals all tournament. A win could set up a potential semifinal matchup against Lionel Messi and Argentina. CenturyLink Field, $65–$525; Televised on FS1

Sun, June 19
Seattle Storm vs. Minnesota Lynx
The Seattle Storm get a chance to test themselves against the WNBA’s best as the undefeated defending champion Minnesota Lynx head to KeyArena on Father’s Day. Even if they can’t muster a win on Sunday, it’s the type of test that offers Jewell Loyd and Breanna Stewart another opportunity to grow together as the Storm’s new dynamic duo for the long haul. KeyArena, $14–$130

VISUAL ART

Thru June 19
Young Blood
Death needn’t be the end of an artistic conversation. Such is the case with brothers and Seattle natives turned LA artists Noah Davis and Kahlil Joseph. When Davis died in 2015 at the age of 32, the paintings and installation pieces he left behind still had a lot to say about access in the art world for African Americans. The story continues in Young Blood where Davis’s creations pair with films from Joseph, who has made stunning music videos for Flying Lotus, Kendrick Lamar, and Shabazz Palaces. Catch the emotionally heavy exhibit in its final weekend. Frye Art Museum, Free

CONCERTS

Thur, June 16
Prince Memorial Night
Prince—like David Bowie—helped many people get through hard times in their lives by showing people that it’s ok to be different. No matter what words haters use criticizing Prince, mark he left on pop culture, his success, and the loves of his fans is undeniable. So come celebrate his life and music where Fly Moon Royalty, Breaks & Swells, Joe Gregory, The West, SGF, Gibraltar, and Sunder Heed will be playing some of their favorite hits that best signify what the Artist Formerly Known as Prince meant to them. Nuemos, $8

Thur & Fri, June 16 & 17
Metz
While Canadians may be known for their niceness, Metz offers living proof that our neighbors to the north can get heavy and rock too. The Sub Pop trio’s talent beautifully mashes together to make unrelenting synchronous noise. After multiple appearances ripping up the Neumos stage, Metz heads downstairs to Barboza, which should make for an even louder affair. Your ears will thank you if they ever stop ringing. Barboza, $15

THEATER

June 16–25
We Remain Prepared
The pace of technological innovation means that society is constantly labeling functional systems obsolete and pushing them out of mind. Seattle's Satori Group teams up with roaming immersive theater collective Artbarn to explore these themes by taking over the Georgetown Steam Plant for We Remain Prepared. A 109-year-old relic of 19th Century industry, the steam plant was kept in potential working order for years by a small staff after it became obsolete in the 1920s (not fully decommissioned until the 1970s). As the audience mills around the plant, We Remain Prepared looks at the relationships between these employees and themes that emerge when working such a job. Georgetown Steam Plant, $30

BOOKS & TALKS

Fri, June 17
Making a Murderer Attorneys Dean Strang and Jerry Buting
If you’re one of the many that became captivate by Netflix’s true crime documentary series Making a Murderer, you’ll undoubtedly recognize Steven Avery’s defense attorneys Dean Strang and Jerry Buting. The legal team heads to the Neptune to discuss the American criminal justice system and the broad impact of Avery’s case. And if you’ve had any pressing questions about the trail that you’ve been holding in for months, don’t worry—there will also be a Q&A portion of the event. Neptune Theatre, $38–$94

FILM

Thur, June 16
Film Court: Space Jam
Court is in session at Central Cinema. On trial: Space Jam. Yeah, that’s right, the movie where Michael Jordan plays basketball with the Looney Tunes against cartoon aliens then realizes playing baseball maybe wasn’t the best career choice. Kids that grew up watching Space Jam love it, but is it actually a good movie or simply just another bit of ’90s nostalgia like Alice in Chains (sorry Jerry, but without Layne it’s just not the same)? Jet City Improv’s Doug Willott argues on the film’s behalf, while The Stranger sports writer Spike Friedman attempts to show why it’s a cinematic crime. Be a part of the audience and help decide this movie’s fate in film history. Central Cinema, $10