Mid-March brings another small mix of community events across Bainbridge Island. This week includes an astronomy discussion exploring the life cycles of stars, a family-friendly preschool fundraiser featuring a science-themed musical performance and dance-a-thon, and an evening set of classic rock covers from a local musician. Whether you're interested in learning something new, supporting a local school, or ending the night with live music, there are a few ways to spend time on the island this week.

This Week’s Events:

🔭 Cosmic Conversations: The Life Cycles of Stars

🧪 Island Cooperative Preschool Fundraiser

🎹 Live Music: Steve Hall

Mid-March brings a nice mix of ways to spend an evening on Bainbridge Island. This week features a live performance from a seasoned bassist and vocalist with an international background, a casual Wednesday patio gathering with local music, wine, and tacos, and a hands-on art night where crushed glass becomes a one-of-a-kind piece to take home. Whether you’re in the mood to listen, linger, or make something yourself, there are a few good reasons to get out and enjoy the island this week.

This Week’s Events:

🎶 Tracie Marsh Band

🍷 Wine Down Wednesdays

✨ Crushed Glass Art

As we move into March, Bainbridge Island’s calendar is full of reasons to get out the door and into the room. This week brings a thoughtful stage production rooted in Puget Sound, a hands-on repair event that turns sustainability into action, and a jazz festival weekend spotlighting both rising student musicians and an award-winning artist. Different formats, different energy—but all grounded in creativity, skill-sharing, and community.

This Week’s Events:

🌊 The Highest Tide at Bainbridge Performing Arts

🔧 Fix-it Fair: Community Repair Event

🎶 Puget Sounds Jazz Festival

Glass art, garden adventures, and farm-fresh community spirit — Bainbridge Island is bursting with color, creativity, and fall fun this week.

Featured Events:

✨ Refract
🎃 Annual Squash Hunt
🧺 Bainbridge Island Farmers Market

Bainbridge is buzzing with energy this week — and you won’t want to miss a minute of it! From fast-paced flipper action to hands-on creativity and comedy that’ll leave you in stitches, it’s the perfect time to dive into something new.

Featured events:

🎮 Wednesday Stern Army Pinball Tournament
🪵 Charcuterie Board Woodworking Workshop
🎤 Taylor Williamson Stand-Up

Clear your schedule — Bainbridge is bringing the vibes this week! 🎨✨ From sketching sessions with a pint in hand to powerful cultural storytelling and wine-soaked garden party magic, there’s no shortage of ways to connect, create, and celebrate.

Featured events:

✏️ Drink & Draw at Bainbridge Brewing Alehouse

🌺 Melanesian Heritage Night at BIMA

🍷 Sip, Savor, and Bloom Garden Party at Eleven Winery

Mark your calendars for the first weekend of May! 🎉 Whether you're into musical adventures, celebrating Pacific Islander culture, or raising a glass for a good cause, Bainbridge Island has something special in store. Here’s what’s happening around the island:

Featured events:

🎭 The SpongeBob Musical

🌺 Pacific Horizons: A Community Lū’au

🍷 Sunday FUNDday benefiting Kitsap Pride

Looking to add a little laughter, music, and meaning to your week? Whether you’re shouting “Bingo!” with a glass of wine, rocking out for a good cause, or catching quick-hit comedy in true Carson-era style, Bainbridge Island has a seat saved just for you. Here’s what’s happening around town:

Featured events:

🍷 Drag Bingo Night
🎸 Grand Jam to save the Grand Forest
🎤 The Johnny Five Show

Ready to shake up your week with something a little different? From crafting your own candles to catching live tunes with a glass of wine in hand—or even enjoying a playful twist on classical music—Bainbridge Island’s got you covered. Here’s what’s happening around town:

Featured events:

🕯️ Light & Bloom: Candle Making Class at Eleven Winery

🎼 Notes of Spring with Bainbridge Symphony Orchestra

🎤 Live Music: The Lisa M & M Kelly Duo at Eleven Winery

Start your engines and get ready for a fun-filled Independence Day! Dance the night away at the Street Dance on July 3rd, and celebrate the 4th of July with our Grand Old Fourth Hometown Parade. Don't miss the 2024 Grand Old 4th Car Show, where classic cars will light up the sky.

Featured Events:

💃 July 3: Street Dance

🚗 July 4: Grand Old Fourth Hometown Parade

🎆 July 4: 2024 Grand Old 4th Car Show

This week on Bainbridge Island: classic car show with burgers and school donations, sewing class at the library, and a comedy night with Sam Miller and Lynette Manning. Explore, learn, and laugh with your community!

Featured Events:

🚗 June 25: Bainbridge Island Classic Car Cruise-In

🪡 June 29: Just Sew Series

🎤 June 29: Stand-Up Comedy with Sam Miller

Get ready for a week of Rich history on Bainbridge Island's past and gaming tournaments! With the opportunity to learn from tribal elders about the Mixed- heritage of indopino groups past, participate in a pinball tournament with a prize for first place, and join the community for the strawberry festival!

Featured Events:

🎉 May 21: Indopino Heritage night

👾 May 22: Bainbridge Wednesday Weekly Pinball Tournament

🍓 May 25: Fil-Am Strawberry Festival

Join us for an evening of local talent and community spirit at Open Mic Night! From soulful singers to side-splitting comedians, Pleasant Beach Village comes alive every Thursday with creativity and connection. Next, immerse yourself in the enchanting melodies of the Bainbridge Symphony Orchestra's Spring Concert. Held at the majestic Bainbridge Performing Arts venue, this symphonic journey promises an unforgettable experience for music lovers of all ages. And don't forget to mark your calendars for the Pirate Red Release Party! Set sail for adventure at Coppertop as we celebrate the unveiling of our 2021 Pirate Red Blend with live music, real pirates, and more.

🎤 May 16: Open Mic Night at The Marketplace

🎻 May 18: BSO Presents "Out of This World"

🏴‍☠️ May 19: Pirate Red Release Party!

This week on Bainbridge Island, explore gardening insights at the Northwest Newcomers class, indulge in the theatrical magic of "The Book of Will" at Bainbridge Performing Arts, and join the star-studded excitement of the Oscar Viewing Party at Bainbridge Island Museum of Art. Don't miss out on these unforgettable experiences!

Featured Events:

🌱 Northwest Newcomers, Mar 6

📚 The Book of Will, Mar 8-24

🏆 Oscar Viewing Party, Mar 10

Get ready for an electrifying celebration on Bainbridge Island! Join us for the BIMA Block Party's 10th birthday bash on Aug 5, with 12 bands on 4 stages, live music from Americana to Latin beats, and pop-up vendors with artsy treasures! Laugh out loud with The EDGE Improv's spontaneous comedy and be mesmerized by Sona Jobarteh's soulful tunes and empowering message! Don't miss this sensational event of art, music, and culture! See you there!

Featured Events:

• National Night Out, August 2

• BIMA Block Party, August 5

• Sona Jobarteh at the WEAVE, August 6

This is the week that Summer officially begins with the Solstice on Wednesday! Accordingly, we are showcasing events that celebrate the beginning of Summer. Take a picnic and enjoy a production of Shakespeare’s “The Tempest”, indulge in a tasty bowl of Paella at Port Madison Yacht Club’s Annual Summer Solstice Party, and join Ham Radio enthusiasts at Battle Point for their annual field day.

Featured Events:

• Shakespeare’s “The Tempest” at Bloedel Reserve, June 23-July 9

• Summer Solstice Party, Port Madison Yacht Club, Saturday June 24

• Ham Radio Field Day at the Battle Point Park Observatory, Sunday, June 25

Spring is coming, the clocks have sprung forward giving us lighter evenings and it’s time to embrace this new season on Bainbridge Island. Start by discovering the natural beauty that is Bainbridge Island by signing up for one of Bainbridge Gardens’ Spring Events or Classes. Bainbridge Gardens is a family-owned garden center located on a historic site and their events encourage you to learn how to become more self-sufficient in growing your own vegetables and maintaining a healthy garden. IslandWood is excited to launch their 2023 quarterly Dinner Series, starting with their March Dinner. To fill one of those Spring rainy days, book to see Bainbridge Performing Arts’ latest production The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Night-Time

Featured Events:

Plant What You Eat at Bainbridge Gardens - Sunday, March 19

Dine & Discover Dinner at IslandWood - Saturday, March 18

Curious Incident of Dog in the Night Time - Various Days, March 16-26