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.
Experience the Art of Shochu: An Exclusive Tasting Event & Dinner at Moshi Moshi
Experience the art of shochu at Moshi Moshi on Feb 25th, 6:30-8:00 PM! Join us in partnership with the Japan Sake and Shochu Makers Association's certified Shochu Ambassador, a guided tasting of four shochu varieties, and a multi-course dinner paired to enhance each sip. Limited to 20 guests, tickets are $50/person and include an educational session, dining experience, and curated pairings. Reserve your spot now! 21+ only. Learn more at hello@moshimoshiseattle.com or follow us @MoshiMoshiSushi.
Spring is the perfect time to sip, shop and stroll through the charming Ballard neighborhood. 15 Ballard shops will host 15 PNW wineries and transform into tasting rooms for one enchanted evening. Tickets are $40 for 10 tastings, and you may purchase 3 additional tasting tickets for $10. This event always sells out in advance, so get your tickets today!
