From our weekly Farmers Market to the iconic SeafoodFest, Ballard offers a variety of events year-round. Find your upcoming Things to Do here!
17th of May Festival
Welcome to Seattle’s popular 17th of May Celebration, a.k.a. Syttende Mai [Soot-n-duh My]. Last year was one of the largest yet with 1,000s of spectators lining the streets of Ballard to see more than 100 groups, including marching bands, Norwegian-American lodges, drill teams, classic cars and much more – all for Norway’s Constitution Day.
Open since 2000, Ballard Farmers Market is Seattle's first year-round neighborhood farmers market selling produce exclusively from Washington state farmers. For 15 years of Sundays, the Market has operated along the historic cobblestone stretch of Ballard Avenue NW between Vernon Place and 22nd Avenue. In the spring of 2016, the Market expanded onto 22nd Avenue, extending to NW Market Street. We hope you will visit us soon and plan to spend the day exploring one of the gems of Seattle.
Open since 2000, Ballard Farmers Market is Seattle's first year-round neighborhood farmers market selling produce exclusively from Washington state farmers. For 15 years of Sundays, the Market has operated along the historic cobblestone stretch of Ballard Avenue NW between Vernon Place and 22nd Avenue. In the spring of 2016, the Market expanded onto 22nd Avenue, extending to NW Market Street. We hope you will visit us soon and plan to spend the day exploring one of the gems of Seattle.
Stroll though the beautiful streets of Ballard and explore area businesses as they feature an artist each month. Back by popular demand on the Second Saturday of each month, the Ballard Art Walk helps locals and visitors connect with businesses and explore the Seattle art scene. Electronic Maps coming soon!
Beginning Monday, June 12, Bastille hosts a twice weekly Rooftop Dinner on our rooftop communal table with sweeping views of the Olympic Mountains and beyond. The dinners are multi-course and dishes will highlight much of the rooftop produce. Dinner is held under a cabana with curtains that can be left open or closed, as weather dictates, and limited to 10 guests. Price includes rooftop garden cocktail, garden tour, dinner, wine pairings, and gratuity.
This event is 21 and over. Whether seen on HBO’s Treme or at their legendary Tuesday night gig at The Maple Leaf, Grammy-winning Rebirth Brass Band is a true New Orleans institution. Formed in 1983 by the Frazier brothers, the band has evolved from playing the streets of the French Quarter to playing festivals and stages all over the world.
STG Presents EX EYE at Sunset Tavern on Tuesday, June 20, 2017.
21+
Comprised of Colin Stetson on saxophones, Shahzad Ismaily on bass and synths, Greg Fox on drums, and Toby Summerfield on guitar, EX EYE makes music that will leave a lasting impression on you and your eardrums. Their roaring, metal-informed sound is the result of the immense force each player unleashes on their instruments but also of the intricate interplay at work in this unholy union.
SeafoodFest began in 1974 as a community celebration of Ballard’s historic connection to the fishing industry and the neighborhood’s Nordic roots. Today, this free two-day festival attracts over 75,000 people who come to enjoy the traditional salmon barbecue and much more: local music, arts and crafts, family entertainment, a beer garden, a skateboarding event, and yes – lots of seafood! New this year- the festival will kick off with a Friday evening concert at 5 pm.
SeafoodFest began in 1974 as a community celebration of Ballard’s historic connection to the fishing industry and the neighborhood’s Nordic roots. Today, this free two-day festival attracts over 75,000 people who come to enjoy the traditional salmon barbecue and much more: local music, arts and crafts, family entertainment, a beer garden, a skateboarding event, and yes – lots of seafood!
A fun evening on the Bastille patio & in the Back Bar to raise money for local non-profit Warm Current!
Chef Jason Stoneburner will be roasting a pig on the patio! We'll be pouring kegs of Stoup brew & crafting tropical cocktails with Plantation Rum. Our resident Thursday evening DJ Paces Lift will be playing his collection of Island vinyl.
The event is free for all ages to attend. Just show up and have a great time!
25% of the sales of food and beverages will be donated to support Warm Current
