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 our annual FALL LEAF CLEANUP volunteer crew on Saturday, November 7 from 8 - 11:30 AM. We are in need of about 30 volunteers. If you are able to lend a hand, please sign up using the link in the first comment. We will have fresh hot coffee and donuts waiting for you! Not […]
