Looking ahead to Christmas Eve and the days right after, Bainbridge Island has a small lineup of local events built around music and gathering. Whether you’re planning something early with family, adding live jazz to Christmas Eve, or heading out for a concert later in the week, these events offer simple ways to mark the season close to home.

This Week’s Events:

🎄 Christmas Eve with newlife

🎷 Holiday Jazz on Christmas Eve

🎶 Jazzy Holiday Concert

December on Bainbridge keeps things beautifully balanced this week—playful, neighborly, and quietly creative. Whether you’re up for a downtown adventure, a familiar holiday tradition, or a calm afternoon with yarn and conversation, these events offer easy ways to connect without overfilling your calendar.

Featured Events:

🧝‍♂️ Downtown Elf Hunt

🚒 BIFD Holiday Music Truck Tour

🧶 Knitting Circle

December on Bainbridge is off to a creative start, and this week’s events bring a little something for every mood—thoughtful, hands-on, and full of heart. If you’re looking for an easy way to get inspired (or just get out of the house), here are three great reasons to dive in.

Featured Events:

✍️ Latria Graham: Iron in Blood, Iron in Clay

✨ Crushed Glass Art Night

🎭 The Hunchback of Notre Dame

December has officially arrived, and Bainbridge is leaning into the season with gatherings that feel festive without the frenzy. If you’re ready for a little holiday spirit—local, cozy, and genuinely fun—this week offers three perfect excuses to get out and join in.

Featured Events:

📚 Holiday Gift & Book Fair

🧣 Mingle & Market

🎅 Holiday Open House

If you’re looking for reasons to get out of the house this week, Bainbridge has three. And they all bring their own kind of seasonal hype.

Featured events:

🏃‍♂️ Helpline House Turkey Trot
🎄 Celebrate the Lights of the Season
🛍️ Museum Store Sunday at BIMA

Wine under the stars, the magic of silent cinema, and songs that shaped American music—Bainbridge is serving up three unforgettable experiences this week.

Featured Events:

🍷 Wine Down Wednesday

🎬 Frank Buxton Silent Film Festival

🎸 Joel Underwood Presents Move It On Over

Brains over beers, fresh miles on the trail, and sourdough slices paired with local pours—Bainbridge is kicking off September with three can’t-miss events that showcase the island’s community spirit.

Featured Events:
🍻 Trivia Time Live
🏃 Fort Ward parkrun
🍕 Food Pop-Up: One Two Kai

Picnics on the lawn, galaxies under the stars, and jazz that sways with the summer breeze—Bainbridge is closing out August with three can’t-miss events that capture the island’s creative spirit.

Featured Events:

🌞 The Summer Social
🎬 Galaxy Quest at Movies in the Park
🎷 Kareem Kandi at the Winery

Summer nights are made for moments like these 🌅 From inflatable obstacle courses to 80s prom vibes and golden-hour forest hikes, Bainbridge Island is buzzing with ways to connect, unwind, and make memories this week.

Featured Events:

🚓 National Night Out
🕺 Footloose at Movies in the Park
🔥 Open Hike Night & Community Campfire

Get ready for an unforgettable weekend on Bainbridge Island—where stories come alive, art fills the streets, and music moves the soul. Whether you're diving into true crime, shopping handmade treasures, or dancing to harp-infused hip-hop, there's something incredible waiting for you.

Featured Events:

🔍 West Sound Crime Con
🎨 BIMA Summer Art Market
🎶 Küf Knotz & Christine Elise

🎉 Happy New Year, Bainbridge Island! Kick off 2025 with some amazing local events that’ll make your week memorable. From films to nature walks and creative workshops, there’s something for everyone. Check out what's happening this week:

Featured events:

🎬 Island Film Group: To Catch a Thief Screening
🌲 IslandWood: Winter Skills of a Naturalist
🎨 Corks & Canvas: Vintage Skis Painting Workshop

Bainbridge Island has been named one of the best small towns in the West in USA Today’s 10Best Readers' Choice Awards.

USA Today 10Best, the go-to site for reader-voted and editor-recommended travel guides, solicits nominations from an expert panel to highlight the best small towns across the U.S., then readers vote for their favorites.

Bainbridge Island, at No. 7, was joined by nearby neighbor to the south, Gig Harbor, at No. 6, on the top ten list announced in April.

Get ready to groove to the soulful rhythms of Jazz Jam Thursdays at the Marketplace, experience the electrifying performances of Cabaret at the Bainbridge Performing Arts Center, and discover the art of Highland dance with Discover Highland Dance. There's something for everyone on Bainbridge Island's vibrant cultural scene!

Featured Events:

🎷 Apr 24: Jazz Jam Thursdays at The Marketplace

🎭 Apr 25: Cabaret

💃 Apr 28: Discover Highland Dance

Get ready for a week of creativity and connection! Explore the art of woodworking while crafting your own charcuterie board, delve into the unexpected and humorous side of nature with Haiku EW!, and unwind to the smooth sounds of Chill & Groove.

Featured Events:

🧀 Apr 19: Charcuterie Board Woodworking Workshop

🦠 Apr 20: HAIKU EW!

🎸 Apr 20: Chill & Groove

Designing a home that seamlessly integrates with the needs of our furry companions has become a priority for many pet owners. Discover how homeowners are reimagining their spaces with 'man's best friend' in mind in this insightful exploration of pet-centric home design.

Embrace creativity, family bonding, and live music on Bainbridge Island this March! Join us for Drink & Draw, where you can unleash your artistic flair, experience the joy of family at Fam Jam, and groove to live tunes at Eleven Winery.

Featured Events:

👩‍🎨 Drink & Draw, Mar 21

🎶 Fam Jam 2024, Mar 23

🎸 Live music at the Winery: Ian Skavdahl, Mar 24

This week, Bainbridge Island is delivering culinary delights, cultural experiences, and live music performances! Learn the art of sushi-making on Mar 12, then indulge in culinary delights at Dine & Discover—An Islandwood Dinner Series on Mar 16, and wrap up the festivities with a musical journey with JUN IIDA: Evergreen Tour also on Mar 16.

Featured Events:

🍣 Sushi-Making Class, Mar 12

🌿 Dine & Discover—An Islandwood Dinner Series, Mar 16

🎺 JUN IIDA: Evergreen Tour, Mar 16

This week’s events are a mix of cultures and interests. First, join us for "Stop the Bleed," a hands-on workshop that equips you with life-saving skills to respond to severe bleeding emergencies. Then, experience the Haunted Hayride—a family-friendly, cozy twist on the traditional spooky hayride. Then join the "Fearless Wordcraft in the Winery," a unique blend of storytelling and wine tasting hosted by Eleven Winery. Mark your calendars or you’ll miss it!

Featured Events:

Stop the Bleed, October 16

Haunted Hayride, October 17

Fearless Wordcraft in the Winery: Poetry & Prose Uncorked with Lisa Martin, October 20

Explore Bainbridge Island's diverse spirit through three upcoming events. On October 10, enjoy a playful Squash Hunt at the Bloedel Reserve, suitable for all ages. Then, on October 12, savor Brazilian flavors and live music at "Brazil at The Marketplace" by The Marketplace. Finally, on October 14, step back in time with the "Turn Back Time: The Sixties" event at the Bainbridge Island Historical Museum, immersing yourself in the era's culture, society, and politics through engaging exhibits. These events showcase Bainbridge Island's commitment to diverse and enriching experiences, catering to nature enthusiasts, food lovers, and history buffs alike.

Featured Events:

Squash Hunt and Spooky Plants Walk, Tuesday October 10

Brazil at the Marketplace, October 12

Turn Back Time – The Sixties, October 14

Exercise is essential for helping to prevent cardiovascular issues, both now and later in life. The American Heart Association lists exercise as one of Life’s Essential 8: the eight most important, healthy lifestyle strategies for keeping your ticker in optimal condition. Along with getting active, this list includes eating a balanced diet, logging adequate sleep, managing blood sugar, and kicking tobacco to the curb.