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Lively Bar

The Central Saloon

Open

Pioneer Square, Seattle

🍺Visitors recommend ordering the half order of wings or tomato soup with grilled cheese.
🎸Take time to look at the posters and culture celebrating the local music history.

Remnants of Gold Rush history and early grunge sets mark the Central Saloon, where visitors can stop for drinks or live music inside one of Seattle's oldest operating bars.

Seattle's oldest saloon
Gold Rush landmark
Early grunge venue
Live music stage
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Dead Bars

Alternative rock

Headliner


Dead Bars is an American alternative rock band formed in 2013 by two drummers from New Jersey who met while living in Seattle. The group has released several singles and EPs, including the 2026 single "You Look Like A Smoker".

The Contaminants

Industrial metal


The Contaminants are a Mexican industrial metal band known for their aggressive sound and theatrical performances. They have released multiple albums and are active in the underground metal scene.

Variations Rock

Hard rock


Variations Rock is a Seattle-based hard rock band that has performed at local venues such as The Central Saloon. They are known for high-energy shows and a blend of classic rock influences.

The Ruffians

Garage punk


The Ruffians are a punk rock group from the Pacific Northwest, recognized for their raw sound and energetic live performances.

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  • Seattle's oldest saloon
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  • Early grunge venue
  • Live music stage
  • Pioneer Square
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