Ballard Seafood Fest takes over the Ballard neighborhood on July 11–13, 2025. Enjoy live music, delicious seafood, treats, drinks and entertainment all weekend long. Friday night kicks off the festival with a block party from 5–10 p.m. featuring a Nite Wave concert, beer and cocktail garden, and food trucks only. Then on Saturday and Sunday the festival is in full swing with all the food and beverage vendors, Arts and crafts market, Kids Deck with activities* and entertainment in front of the Ballard Library and in Ballard Commons Park. Kids Deck area is open from 10 a.m.–3 p.m. Come enjoy this free community festival in the heart of Seattle's Ballard neighborhood this summer! Fish, fun & more since 1974!
*Some activities require tickets.
