Browse local independent boutiques, vintage stores, and specialty shops galore.
Savor an unparalleled food scene — from casual cafés to fine dining.
Wet your whistle at a boatload of bars and breweries.
Discover fun at local festivities.
Immerse yourself in Ballard's Indigenous roots and Scandinavian history.
Engage with maritime culture and marvel at marine life.
Find everything you need nestled between charming shops and restaurants.
Relax, pamper and rejuvenate at local spas, gyms, and salons.
A city-within-a-city, Ballard is a vibrant urban village packed with everything under the sun. We invite you to spend a day, a week—or lifetime—exploring hundreds of small businesses and destinations.
Join us for our annual NYE Bash as we send off 2025 with great beer, great company, and a festive balloon drop at midnight. We’ll be pouring craft beers alongside cider, wines, bubbles, vermouth cocktails, and plenty of NA options. No cover, no reservations, 21+. Just good vibes, midnight cheers, and a joyful countdown to the New Year!
