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The Week Ahead
A festive week is ahead on Bainbridge Island, with seasonal traditions, live music, and one of the island’s most distinctive Halloween gatherings.
🎃 Haunted Hayride
🎷 Within/Earshot Jazz Festival
🧙 6th Annual Witches Paddle
Looking for more to do around the island? Visit the Bainbridge Island Events Calendar to see what else is happening this week.
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Mid-October brings a festive mix of seasonal traditions, local gatherings, and live music to Bainbridge Island.
🎃 Pumpkin Walk at Bainbridge Gardens
🥕 Bainbridge Island Farmers Market
🎶 Grassquatch Collective Live Music
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Early October on Bainbridge Island brings a mix of fall color, live theater, and standout music. Here are three local events worth adding to your calendar this week:
🍂 Fall Harvest Celebration at Bloedel Reserve
🎭 Fun Home at Bainbridge Performing Arts
🎷 METTA QUINTET: Coltrane and Miles at 100
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Looking for things to do on Bainbridge Island the week of September 28? Saturday, October 3 brings a full lineup of local events, from the farmers market to Oktoberfest and an evening fundraiser at BARN.
🥕 Bainbridge Island Farmers Market
🍺 Bainbridge Island Oktoberfest
🎨 Night at BARN
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From the screen to the shoreline, Bainbridge Island has a full week of thoughtful, community-focused events ahead.
🎬 MANHATTAN SHORT Film Festival
🌾 History Huddle: Suyematsu Farms Legacy Alliance
🌊 Bainbridge Island Beach Cleanup
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Looking for something to do on Bainbridge Island this weekend? From hands-on repairs and thought-provoking theater to laid-back live music, September 19–20 has a little something for everyone.
🔧 Fix-it Fair
🎭 Matt Butler’s Reckless Son
🍷 The South Seas at Eleven Winery
Three very different ways to spend the weekend — all right here on Bainbridge Island.
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Looking for something to do on Bainbridge Island this weekend? From handmade quilts in the heart of Winslow to indie folk and Hot Club jazz, September 12–13 brings a mix of art, music, and community gatherings worth checking out.
🧵 2026 Annual Bainbridge Quilt Festival
🎸 Luke Francis Live
🎻 Pearl Django
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Looking for something to do on Bainbridge Island? 📚🎶🍷 From a laid-back book club among the vines to an afternoon of Americana and an evening of live rooftop music, these local events offer an easy way to get out, explore the island, and connect with the community.
📚 Monthly Book Club
🎸 Sarah Brunner Live
🎶 Champagne Sunday
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As November begins, Bainbridge Island offers a blend of unique cultural and seasonal experiences for everyone! Whether you're in the mood for spooky thrills, fall festivities, or live music, there’s plenty to explore.
Featured Events:
🧛 Teen Fright Night Lock-In at the Library
🍂 Cider and Squash at Bloedel Reserve
🎶 COS.MO.SIS Latin & Funk Night at Rolling Bay Hall
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As Halloween weekend approaches, Bainbridge Island is packed with festive fun for all ages! From spooky lock-ins to outdoor adventures, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Featured Events:
👻 Teen Fright Night Lock-In at the Library
🎃 Cider and Squash at Bloedel Reserve
🦉 Howl-O-Ween at IslandWood
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Get ready for a week of non-stop celebrating here on Bainbridge Island! Indulge in a festive Fat Tuesday Celebration at Winslow Tasting Room on Feb 13, immerse yourself in the romance of A Valentine's Night in New Orleans at The Manor House on Feb 14, and experience the enchanting melodies of love at Bainbridge Symphony Orchestra's "Love Notes" Winter Concert on Feb 17 at Bainbridge Performing Arts.
Featured Events:
🎉 Fat Tuesday Celebration: Feb 13 at Winslow Tasting Room
💖 A Valentine's Night in New Orleans: Feb 14 at The Manor House
🎼 BSO Presents "Love Notes": Feb 17 at Bainbridge Performing Arts
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This week is buzzing with exciting events just waiting for you to dive in. Join the Lunar New Year Dinner at BIMA, a festive celebration of Asian culture, followed by Roses & Noses for a day of furry fun with pets and owners alike! And don't miss the Black History Month Soiree at BIMA, where we honor African American heritage and promote dialogue on social justice. Mark your calendars!
Featured Events:
🐉 🧧 BIMA Lunar New Year Dinner, Feb 9
🌹🐾 Roses and Noses, Feb 10
🖤✨ Black History Month Soirée, Feb 11
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Experience a week filled with cultural exploration and vibrant celebrations on beautiful Bainbridge Island! Join us for Pride Night at Winslow, Scratch Foam Print Making with Provisional Press, and Django's Birthday with Ranger and the ‘Re-Arrangers.’ From embracing diversity to unleashing your creativity and enjoying live jazz performances, there's something for everyone to enjoy.
Featured Events:
Pride Night at Winslow, Feb 1
Scratch Foam Print Making with Provisional Press, Feb 3
Django's Birthday with Ranger and the ‘Re-Arrangers’, Feb 4
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Dive into winter magic on Bainbridge Island! Explore nature's wonders at IslandWood’s Winter Skills of A Naturalist: Winter Botany Review, have a blast at Eleven Winery’s Game Night, and swap books with both new and old friends at Sip & Swap.
Featured Events:
Winter Skills of a Naturalist, Winter Botany Review, Jan 25
Game Night, Jan 26
Sip & Swap, Jan 27
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Join the laughter at "An Evening of Comedy with Dan Rosenberg & Friends," perfect your salsa moves with "Salsa Dance Lessons" at Eleven Winery, and gain insights into Medicare at the "Welcome to Medicare" session. From comedy to dance and health, this week’s events on Bainbridge Island has something for everyone!
Featured Events:
Welcome to Medicare, Jan 18
Salsa Dance Lessons, Jan 18
An Evening of Comedy with Dan Rosenberg & Friends, Jan 20
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As we dive into the diverse cultural scene of Bainbridge Island, an exciting week unfolds, featuring three events that highlight the island's strong dedication to diversity, art, and community service. Pride Night at Eleven Winery on January 11, an exuberant celebration embracing love and inclusivity in collaboration with the vibrant LGBTQ+ community. Immerse yourself in the narratives woven by contemporary Black artists at the Black & Boujee Exhibition Opening Party on January 13. Give back to the community at Martin Luther King Jr. Day of Service on January 15 at Blakely Harbor Park.
Featured Events:
Pride Night at Winslow, Jan 11
Black & Boujee Exhibition Opening Party, Jan 13
Martin Luther King Jr Day of Service, Jan 15
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Welcome to 2024! Embrace the New Year's spirit on Bainbridge Island with a blend of serene nature, lively tunes, and creative expressions. In the middle of a busy week, find solace and connection in the island's natural beauty at Bloedel Reserve’s Welcome Wednesday, kick off the weekend with delightful melodies by The Pontunes at Pleasant Beach Village, then unleash your creativity at The Crafting New Worlds with Found Images workshop at the Bainbridge Public Library.
Featured Events:
Welcome Wednesday, January 3
Free Friday Concert, January 5
Crafting New Worlds With Found Images, January 6
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The holiday season continues with New Years celebrations for the entire family to enjoy. Noon Year's Eve crafts and countdown, the glamorous Noon Year's Eve Gala with a balloon drop, and the invigorating New Year's Day Polar Bear Plunge. It's a celebration of joy, community, and a splash of island magic. Ring in the new year with your fellow islanders!
Featured events:
Noon Year's Eve Gala, Dec 30
Noon Year's Eve, Dec 31
New Year's Day Polar Bear Plunge, Jan 1
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The week before Christmas offers a variety of festive, cozy, and health-focused events. Bring your little ones to Pajama Storytime, exploring the world of literature through special nighttime storytime with books, songs, and rhymes for the winter season. Try your hand at architecting the best gingerbread house at Pleasant Beach Village’s Gingerbread House parties. Lastly, get outdoors with the Fort Ward Parkrun, taking in the beauty of Bainbridge Island.
Featured Events:
Pajama Storytime, Dec 19
Gingerbread House Parties, Dec 22
Fort Ward Park Run, Dec 23
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Do you hear what I hear? It’s the Bainbridge Holiday Music Fire Truck! Starting on December 13, the Holiday Music Fire Truck will be driving through the island to spread holiday cheer. And on December 15, attend BPA’s captivating production of Disney’s “Beauty and The Beast”. Lastly, snap a photo with Mr. and Mrs. Claus at the Manor House. Don’t miss these fun-filled events and add joy to your holiday season.
Featured events:
Bainbridge Holiday Music Fire Truck, Dec 13
Disney's "Beauty & The Beast", Dec 15
Santa at the Manor House, Dec 16