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.
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Follow along the Ballard Tomte Trail from November 1 – December 6, 2025. Explore Ballard’s shops and find the sneaky little tomten hidden in 33 businesses throughout the neighborhood. To get your Tomte Trail passport, visit one of the 33 participating locations, or download it here. To help you find your way around, we’ve created […] 
It’s Christmas tree time again for Scouts & Crew 100. Scouts will be selling Christmas trees for their 69th annual fundraiser at the St. Alphonsus church parking lot in Ballard. Scouts & Crew 100 have been selling Christmas trees in the Ballard area since 1956. Buying a tree at the tree lot is a community […] 
Share your talent or enjoy new music by local artists at the Conor Byrne Coop on Sundays from 8 PM - 1 AM. Doors open at 7:30 PM.
Free
Join us in Ballard on Mondays at 7:00 p.m. for Music Bingo. Every player gets six bingo cards and an answer key for each themed round. Instead of rapidly spitting out numbers, the host will play 45 seconds – 1 minute of music so that players can identify the song title. Five in a row wins […]
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On the First Thursday of every month, general admission to the National Nordic Museum is free! When selecting First Thursday tickets, your complimentary discount will be applied at checkout. Reserve your tickets in advance online and make sure to stop by the Admissions Desk to check in for First Thursday. Walk-ins welcome! *Access to special […]
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Join us for our annual Barter Fair & Holiday Party! We'll be returning to Old Stove Garden's lovely event space again this year. This is a festive gathering of creative community members who make beautiful, tasty, useful things to barter(trade) for in an effort to showcase the power of creating and practicing sustainable gift giving. […]
$5
Enjoy FREE photos with Santa, cider, holiday treats, tree lighting, Tomte Trail prize giveaways, live music from Swing 3PO, market featuring Ballard business vendors, a firepit with S'mores making station, activities, merriment, and more!
Free
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3 events,
Share your talent or enjoy new music by local artists at the Conor Byrne Coop on Sundays from 8 PM - 1 AM. Doors open at 7:30 PM.
Free
Open since 2000, Ballard Farmers Market is Seattle's first year-round neighborhood farmers market selling produce exclusively from Washington state farmers. The Market has operated along the historic cobblestone stretch of Ballard Avenue NW between Vernon Place and 22nd Avenue. We hope you will visit us soon and plan to spend the day exploring one of […]
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BALLARD BEER BOX love you back GROUP ORDER SPECIAL 15% OFF! Get 15% OFF when you order 10+ pizzas or salads between Mon-Thu, 2-6 PM! Plus, we'll include complimentary setup essentials (plates, napkins, utensils) Order 1 day in advance | Pickup only Save Up To 15% ORDER NOW Contact: 2446 NW Market St. (206) 268-0939 […]
Free
Kick off your week with Bingo every Monday at Ballard Beer Box! Mondays just got a whole lot more fun. Join us for an evening of laughs, lucky numbers, and the perfect mix of food and drinks to set the tone for the week. Enjoy our signature pizzas made with organic, slow-fermented dough, paired with […]
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The University of Washington’s 2025 Scan Design Interdisciplinary Studio is reimagining a publicly owned site on Ballard’s waterfront as a public park. The public is invited to see the students’ final concepts and learn about community advocacy for a future park.
Free
Join Us for BINGO Games - Prize - Party MONDAY Get ready for an evening of fun, excitement, and community! STARTS 6:30- 8 pm
Free
Join us in Ballard on Mondays at 7:00 p.m. for Music Bingo. Every player gets six bingo cards and an answer key for each themed round. Instead of rapidly spitting out numbers, the host will play 45 seconds – 1 minute of music so that players can identify the song title. Five in a row wins […]
Free
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4 events,
$5 SLICE WEDNESDAY IS HERE! Every Wednesday from 2 PM till it's gone, grab your favorite slice for just $5! Pair it with a cold brew, chill tunes, and good vibes only Satisfy your hunger now! $5 Slice Wednesday First come, first served - don't miss your slice of the fun! www.ballardbeerbox.com ORDER NOW (206) […]
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You’re invited to a gathering of Seattle’s small business community—an afternoon to connect, collaborate, and explore partnerships that lift us all. Join fellow local owners as we share ideas, spark opportunities, and build business for our community, by our community—with heart-centered alignment at the core. Join local business owners for a community-focused networking lunch in […]
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Get in the holiday spirit by tasting unique hand-crafted cocktails at pop-up lounges inside select Ballard boutiques. We are excited to bring this and one-of-a-kind event to the neighborhood and hope you will join us! Tickets: $50
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Join Swoon City for a celebration of Jane Austen's 250th Birthday. Costume attire is encouraged. Free to attend but their will be cost associated with some of the vendors. Festivities include: Book signings by author of "Pride & Preston Lim" Christina Dudley Make a Regency Era bonnet 10% off all Jane Austen titles and modern […]
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a long-standing tradition celebrating and supporting the local artist community in Ballard since 1997. 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 […]
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MIX, MINGLE AND JINGLE AT THE JAM! Join us for a FREE, festive evening of music, merriment, and community connection! Family fun for all ages that will warm the soul and brightens the winter night. Your emcees, Seattle radio personality Guy Nelson, and Joanne Klein, local diva and actor, will merrily roll us through the […]
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Share your talent or enjoy new music by local artists at the Conor Byrne Coop on Sundays from 8 PM - 1 AM. Doors open at 7:30 PM.
Free
Open since 2000, Ballard Farmers Market is Seattle's first year-round neighborhood farmers market selling produce exclusively from Washington state farmers. The Market has operated along the historic cobblestone stretch of Ballard Avenue NW between Vernon Place and 22nd Avenue. We hope you will visit us soon and plan to spend the day exploring one of […]
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Join us for a sweet morning at ILS! Families are invited to our inaugural Cookie Exchange and Pre-K Open House — a cozy community event to celebrate the season and connect with one another. Bring a plate of your favorite homemade (or store-bought) cookies to share and take home a delicious assortment from other families. During the […]
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Join us for our annual Jul Market in our covered and heated outdoor space! You'll find a collection of Nordic vendors and local craftsmen. Shop for holiday gifts as you sip on gløgg, Scandinavian mulled wine. Plus, we'll have live holiday music and a visit from the Jul Father! All ages welcome. No tickets required. […]
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Kick off your week with Bingo every Monday at Ballard Beer Box! Mondays just got a whole lot more fun. Join us for an evening of laughs, lucky numbers, and the perfect mix of food and drinks to set the tone for the week. Enjoy our signature pizzas made with organic, slow-fermented dough, paired with […]
Join Us for BINGO Games - Prize - Party MONDAY Get ready for an evening of fun, excitement, and community! STARTS 6:30- 8 pm
Free
Join us in Ballard on Mondays at 7:00 p.m. for Music Bingo. Every player gets six bingo cards and an answer key for each themed round. Instead of rapidly spitting out numbers, the host will play 45 seconds – 1 minute of music so that players can identify the song title. Five in a row wins […]
Free
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3 events,
Get ready to put your knowledge to the test! Join us for Trivia Night. EVERY TUESDAY Doors open at 6 PM to 8 PM |
3 events,
$5 SLICE WEDNESDAY IS HERE! Every Wednesday from 2 PM till it's gone, grab your favorite slice for just $5! Pair it with a cold brew, chill tunes, and good vibes only Satisfy your hunger now! $5 Slice Wednesday First come, first served - don't miss your slice of the fun! www.ballardbeerbox.com ORDER NOW (206) […]
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The award-winning feature documentary Plastic People investigates our addiction to plastic and the growing threat of microplastics on human health. Almost every bit of plastic ever made breaks down into “microplastics.” These microscopic particles drift in the air, float in all bodies of water, and mix into the soil, becoming a permanent part of the […]
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Celebrate the warmth and wonder of the season with Nordic Jul—a festive concert of Nordic carols performed by Choral Arts NW. Spread throughout the Museum, Choral Arts NW will perform luminous choral music, sparkling fiddling, and cherished carols from Norway, Sweden, Denmark, and Iceland. This concert is free to attend with the purchase of Museum […]
Free with Museum admission
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Join us this year for an evening of winter holiday fun! Bring your imagination—we’ll provide the rest. Enjoy winter crafts, music, snowball fights, our magnificent gingerbread construction zone, and more! 🎄 Friday, December 19 | 6–8pm 📍 Ballard Community Center 💲 Only $5 per participant Pre-register: http://apm.activecommunities.com/.../Activity_Search/75547 This year, we’re partnering with Ballard Food Bank. […]
$5.00
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Totally 80s Christmas Party with NITE WAVE at the Tractor Tavern on Friday, December 19 at 9 PM (doors open at 8 PM)
$25
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We are delighted to announce an exclusive Wine Tasting Experience in collaboration with Radio Wine Co.
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Celebrate the warmth and wonder of the season with Nordic Jul—a festive concert of luminous choral music, sparkling fiddling, a story read about Tomtan (a beloved figure in Swedish folklore) and cherished carols. Immerse yourself in the rich musical traditions of the Nordic lands, where sacred and secular melodies intertwine in songs of winter and […]
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Ring a ling a ling! Holiday-music live band karaoke returns to Conor Byrne! Bring those festive pipes, don a tacky sweater, have a warm cup of cheer...and hop up with our all-star band of Santa's helpers to sing your favorite Christmas tunes (or just come to hang out! We would love to see you there)! […]
Free
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4 events,
Share your talent or enjoy new music by local artists at the Conor Byrne Coop on Sundays from 8 PM - 1 AM. Doors open at 7:30 PM.
Free
Open since 2000, Ballard Farmers Market is Seattle's first year-round neighborhood farmers market selling produce exclusively from Washington state farmers. The Market has operated along the historic cobblestone stretch of Ballard Avenue NW between Vernon Place and 22nd Avenue. We hope you will visit us soon and plan to spend the day exploring one of […]
Free
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6 events,
Kick off your week with Bingo every Monday at Ballard Beer Box! Mondays just got a whole lot more fun. Join us for an evening of laughs, lucky numbers, and the perfect mix of food and drinks to set the tone for the week. Enjoy our signature pizzas made with organic, slow-fermented dough, paired with […]
Join Us for BINGO Games - Prize - Party MONDAY Get ready for an evening of fun, excitement, and community! STARTS 6:30- 8 pm
Free
Join us in Ballard on Mondays at 7:00 p.m. for Music Bingo. Every player gets six bingo cards and an answer key for each themed round. Instead of rapidly spitting out numbers, the host will play 45 seconds – 1 minute of music so that players can identify the song title. Five in a row wins […]
Free
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4 events,
Get ready to put your knowledge to the test! Join us for Trivia Night. EVERY TUESDAY Doors open at 6 PM to 8 PM |
4 events,
$5 SLICE WEDNESDAY IS HERE! Every Wednesday from 2 PM till it's gone, grab your favorite slice for just $5! Pair it with a cold brew, chill tunes, and good vibes only Satisfy your hunger now! $5 Slice Wednesday First come, first served - don't miss your slice of the fun! www.ballardbeerbox.com ORDER NOW (206) […]
Free
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3 events,
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3 events,
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3 events,
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5 events,
Share your talent or enjoy new music by local artists at the Conor Byrne Coop on Sundays from 8 PM - 1 AM. Doors open at 7:30 PM.
Free
Open since 2000, Ballard Farmers Market is Seattle's first year-round neighborhood farmers market selling produce exclusively from Washington state farmers. The Market has operated along the historic cobblestone stretch of Ballard Avenue NW between Vernon Place and 22nd Avenue. We hope you will visit us soon and plan to spend the day exploring one of […]
Free
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7 events,
Kick off your week with Bingo every Monday at Ballard Beer Box! Mondays just got a whole lot more fun. Join us for an evening of laughs, lucky numbers, and the perfect mix of food and drinks to set the tone for the week. Enjoy our signature pizzas made with organic, slow-fermented dough, paired with […]
Join Us for BINGO Games - Prize - Party MONDAY Get ready for an evening of fun, excitement, and community! STARTS 6:30- 8 pm
Free
Join us in Ballard on Mondays at 7:00 p.m. for Music Bingo. Every player gets six bingo cards and an answer key for each themed round. Instead of rapidly spitting out numbers, the host will play 45 seconds – 1 minute of music so that players can identify the song title. Five in a row wins […]
Free
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5 events,
Get ready to put your knowledge to the test! Join us for Trivia Night. EVERY TUESDAY Doors open at 6 PM to 8 PM |
6 events,
Ring in 2026 with an unforgettable night of flavors, music, and celebration! 🎉 Join us from 7 PM to 1 AM for a magical evening featuring: 🎶 Live Spanish music 💃 Bellydance performance 🎧 DJ. 🍽️ Special food courses 🍹 Drinks included Limited space available — tickets are selling fast! Secure yours now and celebrate […]
$5 SLICE WEDNESDAY IS HERE! Every Wednesday from 2 PM till it's gone, grab your favorite slice for just $5! Pair it with a cold brew, chill tunes, and good vibes only Satisfy your hunger now! $5 Slice Wednesday First come, first served - don't miss your slice of the fun! www.ballardbeerbox.com ORDER NOW (206) […]
Free
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6 events,
On the First Thursday of every month, general admission to the National Nordic Museum is free! When selecting First Thursday tickets, your complimentary discount will be applied at checkout. Reserve your tickets in advance online and make sure to stop by the Admissions Desk to check in for First Thursday. Walk-ins welcome! *Access to special […]
Free
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4 events,
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4 events,
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6 events,
Share your talent or enjoy new music by local artists at the Conor Byrne Coop on Sundays from 8 PM - 1 AM. Doors open at 7:30 PM.
Free
Open since 2000, Ballard Farmers Market is Seattle's first year-round neighborhood farmers market selling produce exclusively from Washington state farmers. The Market has operated along the historic cobblestone stretch of Ballard Avenue NW between Vernon Place and 22nd Avenue. We hope you will visit us soon and plan to spend the day exploring one of […]
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