Annual Kitsap Events Guide 2025
Discover the best events Kitsap County has to offer all year long.
Welcome to Kitsap’s most complete event calendar for 2025! Whether you’re local or visiting, this guide will help you plan your year full of festivals, markets, parades, art walks, and seasonal celebrations across Bainbridge Island, Poulsbo, Kingston, Port Gamble, Silverdale, Bremerton & Port Orchard.
Valisblot Bonfire – Poulsbo Waterfront | Feb 8
Grab your sweetheart and gather on the Poulsbo waterfront for a Nordic Valentine’s celebration bonfire. Enjoy a friendly gathering, feasting, imbibing, and sweets, all around the raucous (but family-friendly) bonfire celebration. Make it a date night by dining at one of Poulsbo’s many amazing restaurants.
Location: Poulsbo Waterfront
- Kitsap Wedding Expo – Kitsap County Fairgrounds | Feb 15
- Chilly Hilly Bike Ride – Bainbridge Island | Feb 23
- The Found Market – Kitsap County Fairgrounds | Feb 28 – Mar 1
Poulsbo Beer Run March 15th
This fun Poulsbo tradition is a great way to celebrate your love of beer and community and also get moving with friends. Visit all 6 locations on a 4 mile route then head back to your starting point to receive your finishers prize!
Participating breweries include Valhöll, Rainy Daze, Western Red, Echoes, Ty’s Wine & Brew, and Bushel and Barrel Ciderhouse (at the Viking Statue)
Location: various downtown Poulsbo breweries
- Poulsbo Beer Run – Downtown Poulsbo | Mar 15
- Bushel & Barrel Holi Festival – Bushel & Barrel Ciderhouse | Mar 15
- Saint Patrick’s Day Parade – Downtown Bremerton | Mar 15
- Poulsbo Farmers Market Opening Day – Gateway Fellowship Church | Mar 29
April Opening day bainbridge island farmers market
The Bainbridge Island Farmers Market hosts over 40 local vendors, including farmers, food vendors, and crafters with artisan-made goods.
Location: Town Square at City Hall ~ 280 Madison Ave N.
- Bainbridge Island Farmers Market Opening Day – City Hall | Apr 5
- Port Orchard Farmers Market Opening Day – Downtown Waterfront | Apr 12
- Port Orchard Ladies Night – Bay St. Port Orchard | Apr 25
May Poulsbo Girls Night Out May 7th
Grab your gal pals for an evening of shopping, dining, deals, and fun! This annual event is always a blast and we hope to see you there! Start your route at the Poulsbo Chamber of Commerce office to get your swag bag (for the first 500 people).
Location: Poulsbo Waterfront
- Kingston Public Market Opening Day – Mike Wallace Park | May 11
- Bremerton Armed Forces Day Parade – Downtown Bremerton | May 17
Mosquito Fleet Fest May 24 + 25
A waterfront celebration of Kitsap’s maritime culture and the iconic Mosquito Fleet of ferries that once was the sole mode of transportation on the Kitsap Peninsula. The Mosquito Fleet Fest is your opportunity to set foot on and sail aboard the last remaining historic vessels the Virginia V & Carlisle II.
Location: Port Orchard Waterfront
Viking Fest – Poulsbo Waterfront | May 16-18
Viking Fest takes place the 3rd weekend of May, coinciding with the Norwegian Independence Celebration “Syttende Mai”. Poulsbo is located in Washington State, just West of Seattle. It can be reached by car, by driving across the Tacoma Narrows, or the Ferry from Seattle or Edmonds. Poulsbo can also be reached by boat or seaplane.
Location: Poulsbo Waterfront
June Wayzgoose Kitsap – Bremerton | June 7
At Wayzgoose Kitsap over a dozen local artists will print hand-carved linoleum blocks, then roll them with full-size stream rollers amidst a crowd of onlookers in Bremerton. This unique celebration of local artists and creativity is great for families and those who value amazing original art.
Location: Marvin Williams Recreation Center
- Kingston Pirate Festival – Mike Wallace Park | Jun 7
- Highland Games – Bushel & Barrel Ciderhouse | Jun 7
- Midtsommer Fest – Poulsbo Waterfront | Jun 14
- BIMA Treasure Trek – Kitsap Parks | Jun 14-Jul 12
- Bremerton Bridge Blast – Bremerton Waterfront | Jun 28-29
Poulsbo Makers Faire – Poulsbo Waterfront | Jun 27-29
Pushing the boundaries between art, crafts and manufacturing, the Makers Faire brings local makers and artisans together. Sponsored by the Cultural Arts Foundation of the Northwest, this event takes place at the Poulsbo waterfront Park.
July Bremerton Airshow – Bremerton Airport | Jul 12-13
- Celebrate Bainbridge Island – Winslow Way | Jul 3-6
- Bremerton Sound Wave Music Fest – Bremerton Waterfront | Jul 11-13
- Kingston Wine and Brew Fest – Mike Wallace Park | Jul 19
- Kitsap Pride Festival – Kitsap County Fairgrounds | Jul 19
- Silverdale’s Whaling Days – Silverdale Waterfront | Jul 25-27
Taste of Kitsap – Bremerton Waterfront | Aug 1-2
Taste the flavors of Kitsap with food trucks, food booths, crafts, a beer garden, makers market, and more! Come hungry and explore the savory & sweet treats that make Kitsap an amazing place to eat.
Bonus: A killer line up of all female-fronted bands, “Ladies That Rock’“ will be playing on the main stage.
Location: Bremerton waterfront boardwalk
- West Sound Film Festival – August 1-3rd
- Kitsapplefest – Bushel & Barrel Ciderhouse | Aug 2
- Kitsap Wine Festival – Harborside Fountain Park | Aug 9
- Maritime Music Festival – Port Gamble | Aug 9
- Chief Seattle Days – Suquamish | Mid-Aug (TBD)
- Kitsap Fair & Stampede – Kitsap County Fairgrounds | Aug 20-24
- Kitsap Blues Music Festival – Kitsap County Fairgrounds | Aug 29-31
- Blackberry Festival – Bremerton Waterfront | Aug 30-Sept 1
Poulsbrew Fest – Poulsbo Waterfront | Sept 20
With the highest concentration of Breweries on the Kitsap Peninsula, it tracks that Poulsbrewfest is also one of the best beer related events around! Gather on the Poulsbo waterfront and sip suds from a curated collection of local brews!
Location: Poulsbo Waterfront Park
- Manette Fest – Manette, Bremerton | Sept 6
Poulsbo Oktoberfest Beer Run – Downtown Poulsbo | Oct 4
This fun Poulsbo tradition is a great way to celebrate your love of beer and community and also get moving with friends. Visit all 6 locations on a 4 mile route then head back to your starting point to receive your finishers prize!
Participating breweries include Valhöll, Rainy Daze, Western Red, Echoes, Ty’s Wine & Brew, and Bushel and Barrel Ciderhouse (at the Viking Statue)
Location: various downtown Poulsbo breweries
- Poulsbo Film Festival – Downtown Poulsbo | Oct 10-12
- Soggy Sasquatch – Bushel & Barrel Ciderhouse | Oct 12
Bainbridge Island Film Festival – BI Venues | Nov 6-9
The Bainbridge Island Film Festival is an annual 4-day celebration of contemporary films and filmmakers. A community-focused, filmmaker-friendly festival, BIFF is about bringing together the robust audiences of the region in support of diverse stories and artists with screenings and events at the historic Lynwood Theatre, Bainbridge Cinemas, and the Bainbridge Island Museum of Art.
Location: Bainbridge Island venues
- Port Gamble Ghost Conference – Port Gamble | Nov 7-9
- Bremerton Winter Fest – Puget Sound Navy Museum | Nov 29
- Bainbridge Celebrate the Lights – Town Square | Nov 29
- Poulsbo Tree Lighting – Waterfront Park | Nov 29
- Poulsbo Bloody Mary Krawl – Various Poulsbo locations | Nov 30
Poulsbo Julefest – Poulsbo Waterfront | Dec 6
Annual Viking celebration to welcome the changing of the season.
Come to historic downtown Poulsbo on Saturday, December 6th, 2025, and celebrate the changing of the seasons with the Poulsbo Sons of Norway Vikings as we mark our annual Julefest Celebration!
Highlights include:
A majestic torchlight march honoring the Miracle of Santa Lucia!
The arrival of the Lucia Bride, who will lead us to the Solstice bonfire at Muriel Iverson Williams Waterfront Park!
A Skald bellowing out his seasonal proclamation!
The lighting of the blazing Julefest bonfire by the Lucia Bride!
Includes Taste of Norway and a Nordic Market at Sons of Norway
This is a fun, family-friendly event that you won’t want to miss! Bring the whole family down to enjoy the magic of the season, and let’s celebrate together. We hope to see you all there!
Happy Yule!
- Magic in Manette – Bremerton | Dec 5
- Port Orchard Holiday on the Bay – Port Orchard Waterfront | Dec 6
- Kingston Christmas at the Cove – Kingston Waterfront | Dec 6
- Port Gamble Country Christmas – Port Gamble | Dec (TBD)
Year-Round Art Walks
Bremerton First Friday Art Walk – Downtown Bremerton | 1st Friday monthly
When: Year Round, 1st Friday of each month, 5-8p
Where: Callow Ave, 4th Street, Manette
Presented by the Downtown Bremerton Association, First Friday is a free community event that showcases the thriving art scene in Bremerton. Dozens of local businesses and galleries come together to showcase a wide variety of local talent in true community fashion.
Bainbridge Island First Friday Art Walk – Winslow Way | 1st Friday monthly
When: Year Round, 1st Friday of the month from 6– 8pm
Where: Downtown Bainbridge along Winslow Way
Discover the vibrant heart of creativity at the First Fridays Art Walk on beautiful Bainbridge Island. Immerse yourself in a captivating blend of art, food, and drinks as you meander through charming streets and indulge in a feast for the senses. Browse a diverse array of galleries, showcasing the works of talented local artists, and be inspired by their masterpieces. Savor delectable culinary delights from our eclectic eateries, accompanied by refreshing drinks that perfectly complement the lively atmosphere. Explore unique shops offering handcrafted treasures and embrace the spirit of community that thrives in this artistic haven.
Poulsbo Second Saturday Art Walk – Downtown Poulsbo | 2nd Saturday monthly
When: Year Round, 2nd Saturday of the month from 5– 8pm
Where: Front Street, downtown Poulsbo
Join many local businesses in historic downtown Poulsbo for an evening of gallery hopping, shopping, and dining on the Second Saturday of each month from 5-8 pm. Front Street Gallery opens a new show every month with the featured artist’s opening reception as part of the Art Walk. Come in and meet local artists, mingle and enjoy refreshments.
