Interactive music for young neighbors
Little Beats Concert Series
An intimate kids’ concert series that keeps families moving through Seattle’s cooler months.
Music for little neighbors
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$5 per person at the door; $18 per person for a season pass.
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2026–27 · Season three
Music, dancing, and family fun.
Presented by Friends of Madison Park and McGilvra PTA.
Back by popular demand for season three, Little Beats brings children, grown-ups, friends, and neighbors together for interactive music and dance performances through fall and winter.
- When
- First Saturdays in October, November, and February. Doors open at 10:30 a.m.; shows run 11 a.m.–noon.
- Our new venue
- McGilvra Elementary School Cafeteria
1617 38th Ave. E, Seattle, WA 98112
Enter through the north gates on East Blaine Street. The cafeteria/multipurpose space is behind the main school building. - Tickets
- $5 per person at the door; $18 per person for a season pass. Buy online or scan the QR code.
- Before you come
- This is not a drop-off event. Every child must have their own adult supervision.
Make a morning of it: enjoy breakfast, coffee, or lunch at a Madison Park bakery or eatery before or after the show. Explore neighborhood businesses.
The 2026–27 lineup
- Brian and the Good BuddiesPerformance details
- Highlight QuartetPerformance details
- Harmonica PocketPerformance details
FoMP reserves the right to replace a musical act or performer before the show date.
With thanks to McGilvra PTA and Sunshine Music Together, recognized on the season poster.
Interactive performances
Ages and grown-ups together
A cozy neighborhood venue
Dates and details
Each year’s event lives here.
Coming up
2 eventsHighlight Quartet joins Little Beats at McGilvra Elementary. First Saturdays in October, November, and February. Doors open at 10:30 a.m.; shows run 11 a.m.–noon.
Harmonica Pocket joins Little Beats at McGilvra Elementary. First Saturdays in October, November, and February. Doors open at 10:30 a.m.; shows run 11 a.m.–noon.
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Brian and the Good Buddies joins Little Beats at McGilvra Elementary. First Saturdays in October, November, and February. Doors open at 10:30 a.m.; shows run 11 a.m.–noon.
Help make it happen
Traditions need neighbors.
Volunteer for a planning team, lend a hand on the day, or help sponsor the next edition.
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