Majestic Bay to mark 25 years with screening and documentary about its history
The Majestic Bay will close out its 25th year with a screening of Singin’ in the Rain on Monday, Oct. 12. The film was among those playing when the Ballard …
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Ballard weekly events roundup: Sept. 28–Oct. 4
Here’s your weekly events roundup for Sept. 28–Oct. 4 in Ballard. This week brings book clubs, trivia, craft classes, and a busy Sunday, with a pet celebration at Ballard Commons …
Driver sentenced to 41 months in fatal Ballard hit-and-run
The driver in the 2025 hit-and-run that killed Richard John “Ole” Ward in Ballard has been sentenced to 41 months in prison. David Arellano-Tapia, now 20, pleaded guilty to felony …
Starbucks closes Leary Way cafe eight months after opening
The Starbucks at 999 NW Leary Way has closed as part of the company’s nationwide cafe closures. Starbucks announced it would close 250 underperforming stores as part of a large …
Seattle Sauna Festival returns to National Nordic Museum in November
The Seattle Sauna Festival will return to the National Nordic Museum in Ballard on Nov. 7 and 8. The festival debuted at the museum last November. This year, it will …
Ballard and Ingraham students named National Merit semifinalists
Three Ballard High School students and two Ingraham High School students have been named semifinalists in the 2027 National Merit Scholarship Program. The Ballard students are Ethan McKee, Audrey Papineau, …
Ballard Alliance joins call for citywide public safety plan
The Ballard Alliance is joining other Seattle business leaders in asking the city for a public safety plan with a timeline and measurable goals. Ballard Alliance Executive Director Mike Stewart …
Annual Pet Celebration returning to Ballard Commons Park
The annual Pet Celebration and St. Luke’s pet blessing will return to Ballard Commons Park on Sunday, Oct. 4, from noon to 3 p.m. The event invites people to bring …
Mayor’s budget to fund Loyal Heights Community Center and Discovery Park Visitor Center improvements
Mayor Katie Wilson’s proposed 2027–2028 budget includes funding for several park projects in northwest Seattle, including improvements at the Loyal Heights Community Center and repairs to the Discovery Park Visitor …
Mike’s Chili Parlor to host Dolly Fest this weekend
Mike’s Chili Parlor (1447 NW Ballard Way) will host a two-day festival to honor the late Dolly Parton on Sept. 24-25. Dolly Fest will start on Thursday night with Dolly …
Local artist completes new mural off Shilshole
Local artist Andrew Miller has completed his latest Ballard mural on the north end of the Salmon Bay Sand & Gravel building, just behind Hattie’s Hat. Miller started the mural …
Ballard weekly events roundup: Sept. 21-27
Here’s your weekly events roundup for Sept. 21-27 in Ballard. This week brings neighborhood planning, book clubs, craft classes, trivia nights, a Georgian feast, DollyFest, and the Sustainable Ballard Festival. …