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.
Icelandic Energy Healer, Jósa Goodlife, returns to the Museum for a special weekend of Winter Sound Baths. Through deep listening and relaxation, Jósa will take you on a journey to meet your inner universe. 🧘♀️ Please plan to arrive 10 minutes before your session to get set up and bring your own yoga mat or […]
Icelandic Energy Healer, Jósa Goodlife, returns to the Museum for a special weekend of Winter Sound Baths. Through deep listening and relaxation, Jósa will take you on a journey to meet your inner universe. 🧘♀️ Please plan to arrive 10 minutes before your session to get set up and bring your own yoga mat or […]
Join us for a one-hour immersive experience designed for children and caregivers to explore movement, sound, and creativity together. - Guided by the four elements—water, fire, air, and earth—Jósa begins with gentle, accessible movement to awaken the body and senses. - This is followed by a 20-minute Elemental Soundbath, where guests are invited to lie […]
Icelandic Energy Healer, Jósa Goodlife, returns to the Museum for a special weekend of Winter Sound Baths. Through deep listening and relaxation, Jósa will take you on a journey to meet your inner universe. 🧘♀️ Please plan to arrive 10 minutes before your session to get set up and bring your own yoga mat or […]
Are you still reeling from the intimate and authentic storytelling of the nine-times Oscar nominated, "Sentimental Value"? You're not alone! Join us for a Late Thursday screening of the second film in director Joachim Trier's Oslo trilogy, "Oslo, August 31st" (2011), which features early performances from Anders Danielsen Lie and Renate Reinsve.
Join us as we kick off the 50th Annual Kalevala Festival! On Kalevala Day, also known as Finnish Culture Day, we celebrate Finnish folk arts, culture, and traditions by learning about Finland's national epic poem, the Kalevala. Marita Toivonen will introduce the epic's mythical stories, characters, and history. Live rune singing will be integrated into […]
Explore Nordic themes through hands-on art projects and creative activities. 🎨 Campers will discover elements of Nordic mythology, nature, patterns, and traditions while expressing themselves through a variety of artistic mediums. Financial Assistance is Available. Scholarships are available for families who demonstrate significant financial need and would otherwise be unable to participate in the National […]
Spark curiosity and creativity at our Innovation & Sustainability Summer Camp! This hands-on camp introduces young learners to the basics of Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math through fun, age-appropriate projects focused on caring for our planet. Campers will explore simple engineering challenges, creative building, eco-friendly art, and playful science experiments while learning about sustainability, […]
