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Pacific Audio Fest Returns to Seattle with a Music-Focused Premium Audio Experience

paf news 06.2026

SEATTLE, Wash., [June 22, 2026] – Pacific Audio Fest, A Music Lover’s Experience, will return January 15–17, 2027, at the Hyatt Regency Lake Washington at Seattle’s Southport, introducing an all-new venue just south of downtown Seattle and a renewed focus on music, premium sound, and the kind of listening experiences that remind people why great music still matters.

Pacific Audio Fest is being shaped as a music-focused audio experience, designed for people who love songs, records, artists, and the emotional impact of hearing music reproduced with care. Attendees will be able to explore everything from beginner budget setups to full premium audio systems from leading brands, designers, and dealers, with demonstrations ranging from vinyl playback and loudspeakers to headphones, streaming, amplifiers, and complete listening rooms.

The move to Hyatt Regency Lake Washington gives Pacific Audio Fest a striking new home directly on the water of Lake Washington, with views across the lake toward the Seattle skyline. As a newer, tech-savvy hotel with modern event spaces, comfortable guest rooms, dining, and gathering areas all under one roof, the Hyatt gives the weekend a true destination feel. Attendees can move easily from premium audio demonstrations and listening rooms to food, drinks, conversation, and evening entertainment without leaving the property.

“Pacific Audio Fest is all about music first,” said Jonny Wilson, co-owner of Pacific Audio Fest. “The gear definitely matters because it helps people connect more deeply with the songs, artists, and recordings they already love. We want this show to feel welcoming to anyone who loves music, whether they are just beginning to explore better sound or have been chasing great listening experiences for years.”

The weekend will feature premium audio demonstrations, dedicated listening rooms, marketplace exhibits, vinyl, headphones, personal audio, live music, and opportunities for attendees to meet the designers, makers, dealers, and music people behind today’s listening culture.

Exhibitor information, attendee updates, ticket details, hotel information, and event announcements will be released at PacificAudioFest.com as the show continues to take shape.

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