From our weekly Farmers Market to the iconic SeafoodFest, Ballard offers a variety of events year-round. Find your upcoming Things to Do here!
Ballard ArtWalk
The Ballard ArtWalk, hosted by the Ballard Alliance, celebrates both fine and performing arts, and promotes our vibrant community's businesses. Go to visitballard.com/artwalk to download this month's program and view our artist/venue lineup.
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 the gems of Seattle. Open every Sunday rain or shine!
Channel Marker Cider is excited to be hosting live acoustic music from local artists every Tuesday 6:30-8pm! Entry is free and open to all ages and our taproom allows dogs and outside food. Bring your friends and come enjoy some local talent with delicious craft cider!
On the First Thursday of every month, general admission to the 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 exhibitions is available for $5 per person on First Thursdays. Tickets may be purchased at the Admissions desk at any time during your visit.
Sound the horns... we’re hosting our next Community Feast! This is your chance to try our heralded Viking Feast, featuring suckling pig brined overnight and slow roasted. Expect plentiful sides, fixings, & dessert.
Our friends from Chuckanut Brewery will join the celebration as we feature three of their beers that pair best with the feast.
Come be treated like a Jarl. Listen to stories from the Chuckanut Owners. Meet some new people at our long communal tables. And eat, drink, and be merry!
FREE HIIT in the Park – This Saturday at Ballard Commons Park!
Come move with us outdoors this Saturday from 11AM–12PM at Ballard Commons Park 🏞️ — totally FREE and open to all! Steph is leading a fun, high-energy HIIT class designed to make you sweat, smile, and feel unstoppable. Bring a mat, some water, and your crew. Let’s kick off the weekend strong! 💥💪☀️
Experience our annual Norse Artisan Market in the outdoor space at Skål Beer Hall! 8+ local vendors will be on hand for an afternoon of mead, mirth, & plenty of curiosities. Our full kitchen & bar will be available for you to sip & shop. Viking gear encouraged. All Ages Welcome. Free to Attend.
Join us on Saturday, September 27th for Parents' Night Out in Ballard! Dinner, games, and fun provided for little ones aged 2.5-8 years. Located just near the Nordic Museum, and a convenient walk to Ballard shopping and restaurants.
