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.
This engaging community event is brought to you by the Ballard Alliance and Ballard businesses, and it takes place every second Saturday of the month from 6-9 pm.
Come out and show your support for local artists and the venues that open their doors to showcase their creativity and be a part of the thriving arts community in Ballard. Your presence makes a difference.
The Ballard ArtWalk is a FREE event. Follow the Ballard ArtWalk social media pages to stay up to date on all the ArtWalk-related happenings.
By participating in the Ballard ArtWalk, you will be helping the artist community by offering free gallery spaces for their work. The Visit Ballard team will promote your business and artists each month. Sign up here to receive Ballard ArtWalk emails and sign up forms. For more information about how to get involved, please contact Wren Wilson at wren@ballardalliance.com.
If you’d like to participate in the Ballard ArtWalk, please fill out this Artist Interest Form. This information will be shared with local businesses. Please email Wren Wilson at wren@ballardalliance.com with any questions.
