The “Reconnecting Ballard” Block Party is back for its second year, inviting neighbors to gather this Sunday, Aug. 17 at Take5 Urban Market for a day of food, music, and celebration. Organizers say the event is a chance to thank the community for its role in both the reopening of Take5 and the successful push …
Ballyhoo Curiosity Shop (5445 Ballard Ave NW) is seeking community support after a break-in early last Sunday morning resulted in more than $20,000 in stolen inventory and significant damage to the store. According to the GoFundMe campaign, two people broke into the Ballard business, taking items and damaging multiple glass cases, fixtures, and the front …
Sweet Mickey’s Candy Shoppe will host its 13th Annual Movie in the Park event this Wednesday, Aug. 13, featuring a free outdoor showing of Disney’s Coco. Tijuana Tacos will open at 5:30 p.m. in the park, along with themed candy bags available for purchase from Sweet Mickey’s. The owner of the new Fremont pickleball court, …
A fundraiser is underway to support artists and small businesses affected by a fire that damaged The Ballard Collective building at 1766 NW Market Street last weekend. Seattle Fire crews responded at 8:42 p.m. on Friday, Aug. 8, after receiving multiple 911 calls reporting a dumpster fire in the alley of the 1700 block of …
Tumbles, a new gym for kids, is coming to the corner of 24th Ave NW and NW 57th St. Tumbles is taking over the former Fitness 19 gym (5680 24th Ave NW), which closed in 2024 after 13 years in Ballard. Tumbles, a children’s activity center franchise, offers instructor-led gym classes for kids ages 4 …
Update 8/12/25: Seattle Fire says the cause was a dumpster fire in the alley behind Ballard Collective. The fire response included 55 firefighters, seven engines, four ladder trucks, Rescue Company 1, along with medical and aid units. They estimate $70,000 in damages. Original: A fire broke out at the Ballard Collective (1766 NW Market St) …
The Second Saturday Ballard ArtWalk will take place on August 9 from 6 to 9 p.m. Here’s a list of participating businesses and the shows they’ll host: The Ballard ArtWalk is free to attend. Participating venues support the local artist community by providing free gallery space, and Visit Ballard promotes participating businesses and artists each …
The local brewery Bickersons Brewhouse (1514 NW Leary Way) in Ballard is closing its doors on Aug. 29. Co-owners Frank Castro and Shaunn Siekawitch shared the news on social media, saying that they’re closing Bickersons because Siekawitch has been diagnosed with advanced-stage cancer. “We cannot continue to run two locations and make sure Shaunn has …
Sabine Café in Ballard will host its annual Summer Market on Saturday, August 9, offering an evening of local shopping and live music. The event will run from 6 p.m. to 11 p.m. and will feature a range of local vendors, including spice blends from Chef Jacob, handmade jewelry, vintage goods, pottery, and more. Astraea …
Ballard Mill Marina has just changed hands: The owners sold their private marina to a real estate company for $9.55 million. The Black family has owned Ballard Mill Marina (4733 Shilshole Ave NW) since 1889. First developed as a lumber mill 136 years ago, the property includes 16 acres of waterfront property and a recreational …
The annual Magnolia Summerfest event is happening this weekend, Aug. 1-3. Magnolia Summerfest, held at the Magnolia Playfield at W Smith St & 33rd Ave W, is a family-friendly event with food, activities, a beer and wine garden, live music, an outdoor movie, and the popular Magnolia Seafair Parade. View this post on Instagram A post …
A local physical therapy clinic, Ballard Physical Therapy, is preparing to open its doors at its new location, 5603 24th Ave NW. Ballard Physical Therapy is closing its old location at 5420 Barnes Ave NW and will reopen on 24th Ave NW on August 18. The new PT location is the former FIT36, a high-intensity …