Ah, karaoke. There’s nothing like belting out your favorite tune while your friends cheer you on and sing along. Even if you can’t nail every note, the most important rule of karaoke is to sing your heart out anyway.
Best of Seattle karaoke in 2023
With dozens of private rooms and karaoke dive bars in the Emerald City alone, Seattle singers have many stages to choose from. Whether you’re just starting out or a dive bar veteran, check out this listing of local karaoke bars to sing any day of the week.
This list is not exhaustive, and schedules change — be sure to double-check hours before you go.
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North Seattle
Bad Albert’s
5100 Ballard Ave. N.W., Seattle; 206-789-2000; badalberts.com
Karaoke 9:30 p.m.-1 a.m., Friday-Saturday
Karaoke nights at Bad Albert’s are open to all who want to come and sing like there’s no tomorrow, and the Ballard bar also offers private events.
Ballard Mandarin
5500 Eighth Ave. N.W., Seattle; 206-782-5531; ballard-mandarin.com
Karaoke 8:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Wednesday and Saturday
This Ballard Chinese restaurant also has karaoke at their bar, where there is an adjacent open space with plenty of microphones for your party.
Baranof
8549 Greenwood Ave. N. Seattle; 206-782-9260
Karaoke 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m., Wednesday-Sunday
This nautically themed staple of Old Seattle is a Greenwood favorite. The small but well-decorated stage overlooks an open dance floor in this quirky dive.
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Changes Bar & Grill
2103 N. 45th St., Seattle; 206-545-8363; facebook.com/ChangesInWallingford
Karaoke 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Wednesday and Sunday
This welcoming Wallingford gay bar has good acoustics for its twice-a-week karaoke nights. If it gets crowded, you can step onto the patio for some fresh air.
Cycle Dogs
5410 17th Ave. N.W., Seattle; 206-372-8510; cycledogs.biz
Karaoke 8 p.m.-midnight, Saturday
If you’re craving a meatless meal with your margarita and karaoke, this vegan and plant-based restaurant in Ballard is the place for you.
The Dock
1102 N. 34th St., Seattle; 206-829-8372; fremontdock.com
Karaoke 8 p.m.-2 a.m., Friday-Saturday
With plenty of space in Fremont, The Dock hosts karaoke indoors and outdoors. The outside area has a stage and a tent with heaters, but there’s indoor karaoke available when Seattle weather decides to be Seattle weather.
Dreamland
3401 Evanston Ave. N., Seattle; 206-402-4902; dreamlandfremont.com
Karaoke 8 p.m.-midnight, Monday
Hosted by longtime local karaoke host TV Coahran, aka ggnzla, the space at Dreamland has an eclectic aesthetic with a smoke machine and a disco ball. The Fremont bar goes all-out with Halloween decorations for the spooky season.
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Enkore Karaoke University District
4337 University Way N.E., Seattle; 206-368-9838
Karaoke 6 p.m.-1 a.m., Sunday-Thursday; 6 p.m.-2 a.m., Friday-Saturday
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This location has 11 rooms with two sizes: a small room that holds seven people and a large one that holds 15-18. On weekends, the small room costs $39 per hour and the large room costs $56; from Sunday to Thursday, the small room costs $32 per hour and the large room costs $49.
Finn MacCool’s
4217 University Way N.E., Seattle; 206-675-0885; finnmaccools.com
Karaoke 10 p.m.-2 a.m., Wednesday
This Irish pub on the Ave has karaoke nights that coincide with their Well Wednesdays, when they offer a variety of drink discounts for University of Washington students looking to sing without breaking the bank.
The George and Dragon
206 N. 36th St., Seattle; 206-695-2768; theegeorge.com
Karaoke 8:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Sunday
This neighborhood British pub in Fremont recently added karaoke. Here, you can sing away the sorrows after a Sounders loss or belt out a jubilatory ballad when they win.
Hattie’s Hat
5231 Ballard Ave. N.W., Seattle; 206-784-0175; hatties-hat.com
Karaoke 9:30 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Thursday
The humble karaoke space in the back of Hattie’s has been up and running for the past several years. Hone your karaoke skills here before taking on some of Ballard’s bigger venues.
Kate’s Pub
309 N.E. 45th St., Seattle; 206-547-6832; katespub.com
Karaoke 8 p.m.-1 a.m., Wednesday
At Kate’s, regular singers take to the stage under the hosting guidance of Seattle karaoke veteran Pat Clark, aka KJ Kuddles.
Little Red Hen
7115 Woodlawn Ave. N.E., Seattle; 206-522-1168; littleredhen.com
Karaoke 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Wednesday
Though the Hen is known as a country bar, you’ll be able to sing songs from any genre with host DJ Forrest Gump. Stone Temple Pilots recorded the music video for “Plush” here; sing it yourself for a meta karaoke moment.
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Molly Maguires
610 N.W. 65th St., Seattle; 206-789-9643; facebook.com/MollyMaguiresSeattle
Karaoke 8 p.m.-2 a.m., Thursday-Friday
With a deep song book, Molly Maguires in West Woodland between Phinney Ridge and Ballard is another Irish Pub that takes its karaoke seriously.
Monkey Pub
5305 Roosevelt Way N.E., Seattle; 206-708-6134, facebook.com/karaokeatthemonkeypub
Karaoke 10 p.m.-1:15 a.m., Tuesday, Friday, Sunday
There isn’t a stage at this spot, but don’t let that stop you from commanding the room at this University District dive.
Novabox
4744 University Way N.E. Suite B, Seattle; 206-567-9888; instagram.com/novaboxseattle
Karaoke 6 p.m.-2 a.m. nightly
This private karaoke business has three rooms, serving parties of one to seven, eight to 14, and 15-25 singers, respectively. Rates vary based on room and day of week.
Rickshaw
322 N. 105th St., Seattle; 206-789-0120; facebook.com/RickshawKaraoke
Karaoke 9 p.m.-2 a.m. nightly
This every-day spot hosts a classic Seattle karaoke night that has been running for decades. The North Seattle staple has been open since 1976.
Shanghai Room
8580 Greenwood Ave. N., Seattle; 206-457-5794; theshanghairoom.com
Karaoke 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Monday, Wednesday, Friday-Sunday
Few Seattle karaoke bars have hosted the late Anthony Bourdain, as the Shanghai Room can boast. This fan-favorite dive is connected to the North Star Diner in Greenwood.
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Shingletown
2016 N.W. Market St., Seattle; 206-782-5182; shingletownballard.com
Karaoke 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Wednesday and Sunday
This twice-weekly karaoke hub in the heart of Ballard, another country bar, also has a happy hour on Sunday in the lead-up to karaoke.
Station 18
5425 Russell Ave. N.W., Seattle; 206-656-7070; station18ballard.com
Karaoke 8 p.m., Tuesday
This sprawling bar, formerly home to a fire station, now hosts weekly karaoke as well as jazz nights and neighborhood sports watch parties.
Tarasco
1452 N.W. 70th St., Seattle; 206-782-1485; tarascoseattle.com
Karaoke 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Friday-Saturday
This Ballard Mexican restaurant has a stage, microphones for multiple singers, a wide-ranging karaoke book and nightly drink specials.
The Waterwheel Lounge
7034 15th Ave. N.W., Seattle; 206-784-5701; thewaterwheellounge.com
Karaoke 9:30 p.m.-2 a.m., Thursday-Saturday; 7:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Sunday
With a big patio that doubles its capacity, Waterwheel has been doing karaoke for two decades. Go while you can: The beloved Ballard dive was sold last year and is set to be replaced by an apartment building in the next few years.
Woodsky’s
303 N. 36th St., Seattle; 206-547-9662; facebook.com/Woodskys
Karaoke 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Tuesday and Thursday
This Fremont ski bar has snowboards and toboggans adorning the walls, setting the mood while you sing sweet melodies. No, you don’t need to dress up in goggles and a snowsuit.
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4Bs
4300 Leary Way N.W., Seattle; 206-695-2644; 4bsseattle.com
Karaoke 8 p.m.-2 a.m., Saturday-Monday
Recently under new ownership, this long-running Frelard tavern has karaoke three nights a week. While you wait to take the stage, you can try your hand at pool or pinball.
Central Seattle
Alley MIC
1922 Post Alley, Seattle; 206-472-9071; alleymic.com
Karaoke by reservation only
At this private karaoke hall and event space in Post Alley, rates are $150 per hour, four hours minimum, for up to 40 guests. You’ll need to book at least a week in advance.
Blarney Stone
1416 First Ave., Seattle; 206-448-8439; blarneystoneseattle.com
Karaoke 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Wednesday and Saturday
Want to hit the stage yourself after a concert at the Showbox? This downtown karaoke night features a stage to strut your stuff by Pike Place Market.
Boxcar Ale House
3407 Gilman Ave W., Seattle; 206-286-6418; instagram.com/boxcaralehouse
Karaoke 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Saturday
This laid-back weekly spot has pool and darts on deck for breaks between songs. Underneath a neon sign with the bar’s name, the stage also hosts live music of the non-karaoke variety.
Burb’s Burgers Pioneer Square
121 S. King St., Seattle; 206-395-5616; burbsburger.com
Karaoke 6:30-9 p.m., Thursday
The Pioneer Square location of this local burger chain kicked off karaoke in January. There’s a relaxed vibe; you can swing through without pressure to sing. There’s also a patio fire pit where you can enjoy dinner with a show.
Cha Cha Lounge
1013 E. Pike St., Seattle; 206-322-0703; chachalounge.com/seattle/index.php
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Karaoke 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Tuesday
The “Careless Whisper” karaoke nights at Capitol Hill’s Cha Cha Lounge are hosted by KJ Unkle Jessica on Tuesday nights.
Crescent Lounge
1413 E. Olive Way, Seattle; 206-659-4476; instagram.com/crescent.lounge
Karaoke 8 p.m.-2 a.m., Monday-Thursday; 5 p.m.-2 a.m., Friday-Sunday
Billing itself as Seattle’s oldest gay karaoke dive, this nightly karaoke destination on Capitol Hill is busy this October with musical Halloween events, including an American Sign Language karaoke night on Oct. 26.
Hula Hula
1501 E. Olive Way; 206-284-5003; hulahula.org
Karaoke 7 p.m.-2 a.m. nightly
Nearing 1,000 days of karaoke in a row, this popular tiki-themed karaoke bar has a bubble machine, a smoke machine and a stage lit by multicolored lights. Enjoy your time in the limelight: The line gets long at Hula Hula.
Moonwalk Karaoke
601 S. King St., Suite 102, Seattle; 206-785-6789; instagram.com/moonwalkktv
Karaoke by reservation
This is another private space for karaoke with three rooms: a small room for parties of eight at $50 per hour; a room for parties of 16 at $78 per hour; and a large room for parties of 25 at $106 per hour.
Ozzie’s
105 W. Mercer St., Seattle; 206-284-4618; ozziesinseattle.com
Karaoke 9 p.m.-2 a.m. nightly
Ozzie’s is another karaoke joint that’s been running for decades. You can sing downstairs all week long, with the Lower Queen Anne bar filling up on weekends.
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Pony
1221 E. Madison St., Seattle; 206-324-2854; ponyseattle.com
Karaoke 9 p.m.-2 a.m., Tuesday
Karaoke at popular queer bar Pony is also hosted by KJ ggnzla, promising to “guide you through the murky waters of classic and alternative karaoke hits.” The patio is open all year round. Giddy up, as they say.
Rock Box
1603 Nagle Place, Seattle; 206-302-7625; rockboxseattle.com
Karaoke by reservation
Offering 14 languages in their private rooms, this is a popular spot for karaoke parties, with various room sizes at different price points. Book in advance.
Saint John’s
719 E. Pike St., Seattle; 206-245-1390; saintjohnsseattle.com
Karaoke 8 p.m.-1 a.m., Thursday
With dinosaurs strewn about from the bar to the walls, this low-key Capitol Hill karaoke night launched recently. Saint John’s also does trivia on Wednesdays.
Twilight Exit
2514 E. Cherry St., Seattle; 206-385-2392; facebook.com/TwilightExitCentralDistrict
Karaoke 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m. Sunday, every other Saturday
This psychedelic-looking dive doesn’t have a stage, but there’s more than enough space for you to bring the house down.
Unicorn
1118 E. Pike St., Seattle; 206-325-6492; unicornseattle.com
Karaoke 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Monday
This time-honored, colorful, carnival-themed bar on Capitol Hill is the perfect place to grab the karaoke unicorn by the horn.
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Wildrose
1021 E. Pike St., Seattle; 206-324-9210; thewildrosebar.com
Karaoke 7:30-11 p.m., Thursday
Seattle’s only lesbian bar, which has been open since 1984, restarted a weekly karaoke night this fall. It’s hosted by KJ Nomi.
South Seattle and West Seattle
Boombox Bar
9608 16th Ave. S.W., Seattle; 206-557-4671; boomboxbar.com
Karaoke 9 p.m.-1:30 p.m., Saturday-Thursday
With rotating hosts, this White Center bar is set up for karaoke six days a week, with Fridays off for DJ night. If you’re celebrating a birthday, Boombox has a wheel to spin for a chance to win prizes.
Hummingbird Saloon
5041 Rainier Ave. S., Suite 103, Seattle; 206-349-1731; facebook.com/drinkatthebird
Karaoke 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Thursday
A relatively recent addition to the karaoke scene, the Hummingbird in Columbia City offers a $5 drink special as part of its weekly singalong night.
Lottie’s Lounge
4900 Rainier Ave. S., Seattle; 206-725-0519; lottieslounge.com
Karaoke 8 p.m.-2 a.m., Tuesday
Curveball Karaoke at Lottie’s Lounge is a weekly karaoke hit with Columbia City locals. The small space fills quickly around the stage and disco ball.
Marco Polo Bar & Grill
5613 Fourth Ave. S., Seattle; 206-762-3964; marcopolopub.com
Karaoke 9 p.m.-1 a.m., Friday-Saturday
Having hosted karaoke nights for over a decade in the northwest corner of Georgetown, Marco Polo is a tried-and-true bar that knows the karaoke ropes.
Max’s Triangle Pub
9454 Delridge Way S.W., Seattle; 206-763-0714; “Max’s Triangle” on Facebook
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Karaoke 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Friday-Saturday
Here’s another new addition to the lineup: Max’s Triangle Pub in White Center began offering twice-weekly karaoke when they opened in August. They’re hosting a special Halloween party Oct. 28.
Southgate Roller Rink
9646 17th Ave. S.W., Seattle; 206-707-6949; southgaterollerrink.com
Karaoke 9 p.m.-1:30 a.m., Tuesday-Thursday
This is the only karaoke bar in the roundup where you can go roller skating right next door as an added bonus. Southgate karaoke in White Center is great for birthdays.
Talarico’s Pizzeria
4718 California Ave S.W., Seattle; 206-937-3463; talaricospizza.com
Karaoke 10 p.m.-12:30 a.m., Friday-Saturday
Minors are welcome at this West Seattle pizza shop until karaoke kicks off at 10 p.m. Sorry, kids: You can have pizza but no singing for you.
2 Fingers Social
9211 Delridge Way S.W., Seattle; 2fingerssocial.com
Karaoke 9 p.m.-close, Thursday
In addition to weekly karaoke on Thursdays, this movie-themed bar in White Center hosts film nights with vampire flicks, martial arts classics and modern blockbusters.
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