Seattle’s all-ages music community has an anniversary worth putting on the calendar. The Vera Project has announced Always All Ages Fest for November 18–21, 2026, celebrating 25 years with free events at VERA and Black Lodge.
The announced lineup includes Iron Lung, JRCG, AJJ, Kimya Dawson, Deerhoof, Sol, Chris Gethard, and Demi Adejuyigbe. The program also includes screen printing, free workshops, and mutual aid. Check the organizer’s listings for individual bills and schedules; this is not a claim that every act appears on every date.
Reserve through the organizer
VERA links to limited free reservations on DICE. Its announcement says unclaimed reservations may open up after the first band starts. That is not guaranteed walk-up admission. VERA also says third-party resale tickets will not be accepted.
Why we’re watching
Our take: An all-ages scene needs more than a stage. Making room for younger listeners, people making art, and neighbors organizing together is part of what gives independent music a life beyond a single bill.
Source: VERA’s official festival announcement, checked November 7, 2026. Preview, not an attended-event review. Follow the organizer for changes.
