Planning a weekend on Bainbridge Island? From a rare cultural arts lecture to the island’s biggest karaoke fundraiser and a family-friendly spring carnival, these events offer a vibrant mix of creativity, celebration, and community spirit.

Featured events:

🎨 Nature onto Silk: Korean Eco Print Master’s Lecture

🎤 Kick Off Asian Arts & Heritage Festival Month Karaoke Party

🎪 Spring Carnival

Winter may slow the pace on Bainbridge Island, but it doesn’t pause what’s happening locally. This week brings a mix of music, film, and cultural gathering—each offering a reason to step out, show up, and spend time in shared spaces. These events aren’t about big crowds or big production; they’re about connection, creativity, and stories worth sitting with.

This Week’s Events:

🖼️ Black History Month Soirée

🎶 Django’s Birthday with Ranger and the ‘Re-Arrangers’

🎬 A Most Beautiful Thing

Get ready for a weekend of cultural celebration and artistic inspiration on Bainbridge Island! From the vibrant Cinco de Mayo Festival at Pleasant Beach Village to The After Party with Mark Pickerel at the BI Art Museum, and the enchanting Bainbridge Island Art & Artisan Home Fair at the Moonlight Market, you can’t go wrong with any of these events!

Featured Events:

🎉 May 3: Cinco de Mayo Festival

🎸 May 3: The After Party: Mark Pickerel

✨ May 6: Moonlight Market

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

Join these events on Bainbridge Island and embrace the spirit of community. "Mini Mu" at the Kids Discovery Museum is all about playful learning for kids and families. It's where curiosity and creativity come alive. Dance your heart out at the "All Hits Dance Party" at Eleven Winery. Groove to your favorite tunes and connect with fellow music lovers. At the "Story Slam," hosted by Bainbridge Island Reads and Weave, share your tales or be captivated by others' narratives. It's all about the power of storytelling to unite us. These events celebrate learning, dancing, and the art of storytelling, bringing our community closer together.

Featured Events:

MiniMu (FREE Infant and Toddler Program), November 8

All Hits Dance Party, November 11

Bainbridge Island Reads and WEAVE Presents: Story SLAM, November 13

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

One of the greatest things about Bainbridge Island is that there are so many things to do and see every day. If you work during the weekday, no problem because we’ve got your weekends covered with the diverse events happening on the island. Start off your weekend by unleashing your inner artist at Corks & Canvas - Brother’s Mountain Sail. This event is hosted at Eleven Winery, so, you guessed it, grab a glass of wine and paint the night away! If you want to spend some time outdoors, consider attending the Moonlight Market. With over 30 booths of food, crafts, arts, jewelry and much more, this event welcomes the whole family. To end the weekend and get you ready for the work week, we’re filling your bellies at the Paella Party hosted by the Eagle Harbor Wine Company.

Featured Events:

• Corks & Canvas - Brother’s Mountain Sail, July 21

• Moonlight Market, July 21

• Paella Party, July 22 and 23

The weather’s heating up which can only mean one thing…backyard BBQ time! With all the fun and excitement, it’s easy to skip steps in the setup or cooking process. This can lead to improperly cooked up or shortening the lifespan of your grill. Avoid these 5 common BBQ mistakes to serve up the juiciest and safest grilled delights.