Ballard SeafoodFest to Rock the Neighborhood this Summer
**MUSIC LINEUP ANNOUNCEMENT!** 🚨The 51st Annual Ballard SeafoodFest Blundstone US MainStage Music Lineup has arrived! This summer on July 11-13, 2025, Ballard is going to rock 🤘with performances from: illuminati hotties | Sir Woman | Nite Wave | Skating Polly | Spirit Award | mega cat | Balcony Bridge | Jaws of Brooklyn | Lovely Colours | Cumulus | Phinney Ridge Steel Pan Band | #ALL4DORAS | School of Rock Seattle
Ballard SeafoodFest - Fish, Fun & More since 1974! Come ROCK the neighborhood with us this summer!!
Ballard is a neighborhood in Seattle that's known for its vibrant food scene. With a wide variety of restaurants and cafes serving up delicious cuisine from around the world, Ballard is a foodie's paradise. Known for its seafood, with fresh catches of salmon, halibut, and other fish regularly featured on menus.
Ballard offers visitors and residents a diverse and abundant shopping experience. Whether you are taking a stroll through the Ballard Avenue Historic district or window shopping along Market Street, unique boutique stores with charm and character await you in Ballard.
Ballard is known for its thriving beer and cocktail scene, with a variety of breweries, distilleries, and bars offering unique and delicious drinks. Whether you're a beer lover or a cocktail connoisseur, Ballard's beer and cocktail scene has something for everyone.
Learn about Ballard's roots at the National Nordic Museum, an internationally recognized museum and cultural center where people of all backgrounds are welcomed to be inspired by the values, traditions, art, and spirit of the Nordic peoples.
Relax and take in the festival and live music from lounge seating overlooking the Blundstone MainStage, skip waiting in line and get your 4 adult beverages and complimentary n/a drinks from your dedicated bartender, savor a Trident Seafood’s Alder-smoked Salmon BBQ meal in style, and make some memories with your very important people in the Ballard SeafoodFest VIP Lounge.
This elevated festival experience is offered to a limited number of VIP Experience pass holders, please purchase a VIP ticket before they sell out. You must be 21+ to enter the VIP Lounge area.
Here are the VIP Lounge Experience options:
Friday Night, July 11 ($75): The evening’s headliner band NITE WAVE from the comfort of the exclusive VIP lounge area seating
4 lounge beverages (craft beer, wine, cocktails) and complimentary non-alcoholic drinks
Commemorative Ballard SeafoodFest MiiR stainless pint cup
VIP Lounge in-and-out access from 5 - 10 PM
Saturday, July 12 ($100): The evening’s headliner band ILLUMINATI HOTTIES
Sunday, July 13 ($75): The evening’s headliner band SIR WOMAN.
Gather your friends and get your VIP Lounge Experience tickets today!
If you're looking for a fun and exciting day out in Ballard, look no further than Ballard Blocks! Ballard Blocks is the perfect destination for those looking for a one-stop-shop for shopping, dining, and fitness. Whether you're with friends or flying solo, Ballard Blocks is the perfect destination for a day of fun and adventure.
With stunning views of the Olympic Mountains, the Ballard Locks is a must-visit attraction for anyone interested in the history and beauty of the PNW. Watching the boats pass through the locks from the viewing area is a thrilling sight to see, especially in summer. Don't forget to check out the fish ladder, where you can watch salmon and other fish swim upstream during the spawning season.
Set your course for the Ballard Brewery District and explore over a dozen craft breweries within a one-mile radius. You are on your way to discovering this enclave of award-winning craft breweries in Seattle’s hoppiest neighborhood. And don't forget to pick up a Ballard Brewed Passport from a participating brewery.
Looking for a new career opportunity? Ballard is a thriving neighborhood that offers a variety of industries and job opportunities. With a bustling restaurant and hospitality scene, and opportunities in retail, healthcare, and many other fields, starting your next career in Ballard is an exciting and rewarding prospect!
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