Sat, Sep 12

The Stranger’s 2026 Genius Awards

The Moore Theatre

1932 2nd Ave, Seattle

STG Presents The Stranger's 2026 Genius Awards Saturday, Sept. 12, 2026The Moore TheatreDoors at 6:30pmShow at 7:30pmGeneral admission seated, all ages Get Tickets Seattle’s Best Art Party Is Back! Join The Stranger as we award $10,000 to six visionaries representing the best Seattle has to offer in Film, Food, Literature, Music, Performance, and Visual Art. That's right — $10,000 to six outstanding members of Seattle's cultural community; no strings attached. Because we believe that art matters. Limited VIP tickets available. VIP ticket gets you early access for the Genius Awards Pre-Party, 2 drink tickets, priority seating and exclusive swag!Join us for a night of celebration, drag, trophies, giant checks, and live music! The Stranger’s 2026 Genius Awards will be hosted by the lovely Miss Texas 1988 & Lady GuGu. Shabazz Palaces are headlining, with DJs Erik Blood and La Mala Noche.

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