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 to taste the balance of savory and sweet as we explore five mostly Nordic cheeses paired with a selection of local, domestic and imported chocolates. The expert cheesemongers from Street Cheese in Beacon Hill will lead us in the pairing.
Your ticket includes a sampling of cheese & chocolates. You’ll leave with the knowledge to create your own pairings at home!
