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.
Create up to 10 unique, hand-painted watercolor cards for your loved ones for Valentine's Day or any other occasion! Join Seattle artist and designer Lisa Anderson at Niche on Thursday, February 12 from 6-8pm for some creative fun as she demonstrates then leads you step by step through techniques for successful watercolor painting and hand […]
We are pleased to have Amy Kastelin back for a slab planter workshop on Friday, February 20, 2026 from 6:00-8:30pm! Amy will walk you through the process to create a one-of-a-kind textured planter with base using stamps, rollers, texture mats and more. Your project will be glazed and fired by Amy and available for pick […]
