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.
You're that friend who starts belting out the song two seconds in?! This night is for you! Come Name That Tune in our new event series hosted by one of the premier Seattle Drag Queens, Miss Texas! She hosts every first and third Thursday of the month. Face-off against the competition in this King or […]
You're that friend who starts belting out the song two seconds in?! This night is for you! Come Name That Tune in our new event series hosted by one of the premier Seattle Drag Queens, Miss Texas! She hosts every first and third Thursday of the month. Face-off against the competition in this King or […]
Connect with Jamie Anderson from Reader by The Wood for comprehensive, empathetic and candid tarot readings.
Ever wondered if animals can be gay? You've come to the right place! Gay sheep, gender swapping fish, lesbian lizards, kinky dolphins - we'll discuss it all. This class will cover an array of topics in queer ecology - homosexuality, transsexuality, and other non-heteronormative behaviors displayed by members of the animal kingdom. We will have […]
Get ready for a Viking invasion! Need a spot to watch Norway take the pitch? We're it! We'll have all of the team Norway games on all of our TVs with full sound. Expect $5 Aass & Carlsberg during the games and some kitchen specials. We'll even be open on Tues 6/16 (when we are […]
Drag at a Viking beer hall? Hell yeah! The Queens of the Hall return to Skål for their annual Pride Month show in Ballard. Queen Andrew reigns supreme over the beer hall runway with her cast of friends. 10% of proceeds benefit the Trevor Project. 21+. $5 cover. Table reservations available for parties of 4+.
Get ready for a Viking invasion! 🇳🇴🇳🇴🇳🇴 Need a spot to watch Norway take the pitch? We're it! We'll have all of the team Norway games on all of our TVs with full sound. Expect $5 Aass & Carlsberg during the games + kitchen specials. Reservations are encouraged but not required. Skål! Team 🇸🇪 & […]
Celebrate the Nectar of the Gods with WA Mead Makers! Seven local meaderies will be on hand to pour their Summer favorites in our covered outdoor street cafe. Come mead the makers, sample a variety of meads, and take home a bottle or two.
You're that friend who starts belting out the song two seconds in?! This night is for you! Come Name That Tune in our new event series hosted by one of the premier Seattle Drag Queens, Miss Texas! She hosts every first and third Thursday of the month.Face-off against the competition in this King or Queen […]
Join us to taste the bounty of peak fruit season in Washington! We’ll be pairing local, domestic, & Nordic cheeses with fresh, dried, preserved & pickled fruits. The expert cheesemongers from Street Cheese in Beacon Hill will lead us in the pairing.
Face off against your Ballard neighbors every Wednesday at 7pm with our new Beer Hall Trivia! The game is hosted by local legend, Ian, with five rounds, including a music round. The entry is $5 per person to play with cash prizes for 1st and 2nd place teams. Grab your crew and come eat, drink, […]
You're that friend who starts belting out the song two seconds in?! This night is for you! Come Name That Tune in our new event series hosted by one of the premier Seattle Drag Queens, Miss Texas! She hosts every first and third Thursday of the month. Face-off against the competition in this King or […]
