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 […] 
Share some goodness in the neighborhood this holiday season by donating non-perishable food or hygiene items for the Ballard Food Bank. Dozens of Ballard businesses have set up drop-off bins at their location for the Harvest Food Drive and will be collecting items from November 1 - 30, 2025. Next time you visit, bring items […]
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Get your tickets to the 13th Annual Freakout! Music Festival and rock out at Ballard's music venues (and a couple of Fremont ones too) on November 6 - 9. This year's lineup is stacked with talent from around the world, including headliners such as Melt-Banana from Tokyo, Reyna Tropical from Mexico/Texas, Liz Cooper from Brooklyn, […] 
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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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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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.
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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 Ballard’s Amy Kastelin for a mug making workshop on Sunday, November 9 from 4-6:30pm! Amy will walk you through the process to create a one-of-a-kind textured slab mug using stamps, rollers, texture mats & more. Your project will be glazed and fired by Amy and available for pick up in mid December. All tools/supplies […]
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Come feast with us and be treated like a Jarl at our annual Celebration of the season! Your choice of a steak or salmon feast will be served fireside at communal tables with special mead, beer, & aquavit pairings.
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Connect with neighbors, friends and Ballard Alliance staff & board members as we clean up the neighborhood on Saturday, November 15 from 8 - 11 a.m. during the Fall Leaf Cleanup! Volunteer with us to help remove leaves from the sidewalks, curb gutters and drains within problem areas in the BIA. Sign up through this […]
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On Saturday, November 15 from 6 - 9 p.m. the community is invited to the Spír Foundation Inaugural fundraiser cocktail party. They have fun and meaningful evening planned with drinks, bites, a reentry simulation experience, and a chance to meet the inspiring men behind this project. Tickets are $25 and all funds raised from this event go toward helping 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.
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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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Celebrate Bristol Bay Salmon Week on the Ballard waterfront at Ray's Boathouse! Wild sockeye salmon from Bristol Bay have a distinctive wild flavor and ruby red flesh. At Ray's we honor the hardworking fisher people of Alaska, by simply grilling the fish over applewood with salt and pepper, to let the fish shine. Enjoy our […] |
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Join us for live music in the back bar with Ballard's own Mountain Holler. Listen fireside to his ethereal alt-folk with a beer, mead, or cocktail in hand! All ages welcome | no cover
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Bring Them Home tells the story of a small group of Blackfoot people and their mission to establish the first wild buffalo herd on their ancestral territory since the species’ near-extinction a century ago, an act that would restore the land, re-enliven traditional culture and bring much needed healing to their community. Sustainable Ballard and […]
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Come out to support our local senior citizens at the Ballard NW Senior Center Holiday Bazaar & Bake Sale.
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Julefest is one of Seattle's favorite traditions. It's where the city comes together to celebrate the season, and it’s the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit. Friday Night Market: 21+ Julefest Night Market includes full weekend access! Hours 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm | Tickets: Adult: $20 ($25 onsite) Members: $15 ($20 onsite)
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To express our gratitude to the wonderful Ballard community, we proudly present the Ballard Harvest Pie—a limited-edition Thanksgiving special crafted with care, warmth, and all the cozy flavors of the season. This pizza is our way of saying thank you for your constant support, your neighborhood spirit, and for making Ballard Beer Box a part […]
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Throughout the weekend, bring the whole family and step into a winter wonderland for an authentic Nordic holiday experience with live music, unique treats, and community spirit! Wander through rows of stalls filled with handcrafted gifts, traditional foods, and cozy Scandinavian apparel. This isn't just another holiday market—Julefest is one of Seattle's favorite traditions. It's where the city […]
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Come out to support our local senior citizens at the Ballard NW Senior Center Holiday Bazaar & Bake Sale.
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Join us at Niche for a warm & cozy workshop on 11/22, 4-6:30pm! In this workshop we will be using colorful yarns to weave cute little mug rugs to spice up your morning beverage routine or gift for the holidays. Attendees will learn weaving basics including warping a loom, choosing a palette, weaving & finishing […]
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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.
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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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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 […]
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Spend with intention at more than a dozen Ballard businesses that have committed to donating a portion of their proceeds from the day to community nonprofits, with many businesses extending their donations throughout the holiday weekend. Each participating business will donate a portion of what you spend in their store to their favorite charity. HATTIE’S […]
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Champion small businesses nationwide and #ShopSmall on Saturday, November 29, 2025. Now more than ever, small businesses need our support. Please join SBA and organizations across the country as they celebrate small business contributions to their communities by shopping at a small business on November 29, Small Business Saturday. Small Business Saturday was founded by […] |
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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.
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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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