Explore the charming Ballard neighborhood and sample delicious and unique craft cocktails at the Ballard Winter Cocktail Trail on Friday, December 11th, 2026. We are turning 10 boutique shops into cocktail tasting lounges for one incredible evening. Each location will feature a unique and deliciously crafted cocktail to sample. We are using the finest hand-crafted ingredients and a variety of spirits from the expert mixologists from The Ballard Cut.
Tickets are $50* for 10 tasting tickets. Each ticket is redeemable for one sample sized cocktail.
- Guest check-in, ID check, and registration starts at 4:00 p.m.
- Tasting begins at 5:00 p.m.
- Tasting ends at 8:00 p.m.
The 10 participating shops are open to the general public of all ages during the Cocktail Trail and those under 21 may attend the tasting areas. However, participants must be 21 years old to purchase tasting tickets and wristbands. IDs for all participants will be checked at the time of registration. Tasting areas, inside the Ballard shops, are unrestricted but alcohol is not permitted outside of designated areas. The tasting is available only to those with valid event bracelets and tickets. Tickets are only available online and we have a limited number of tickets. This event always sells out in advance. Please order your tickets today!
