Kitsap’s annual Events
winter
Winter on the Kitsap Peninsula is one magical community event after another! From holiday markets to community events, Christmas Tree lightings, and more, find all our annual winter events below!
spring
We live for spring - the longer days, the smell of rain and grass, unpredictable weather, floral blooms, and the pre-funk events leading to summer community gatherings…we love these few glorious months when all the colors are popping, and the weather keeps us on our toes!
summer
Every summer is the BEST SUMMER EVER, in Kitsap - the long days, tidepool explorations, the BBQs, and community gatherings…we love these few glorious months when Everything is green, and the weather is perfect!
Autumn
Upcoming events!
{In date order}
Saint Patrick's Day Parade 2026
St Patrick’s Day Fun Run + Parade
A long-standing annual tradition of cultural and seasonal celebration!
Attending the Parade
Time TBD | Free to watch! Parade steps off at 6th and Pacific Ave, heads south on Pacific to 4th Street, turning right to head down to Park Ave. to 5th Street and then back up Pacific Ave.
Celtic Celebration | Quincy Square
Time TBD | We'll be bringing live music to the band stand, a Celtic-inspired open-air market, beer garden, and more! Stay tuned as details are confirmed.
Bremerton Boardwalk Night Market | May 2026
Event Dates
May 1st
June 5th
July 3rd
Oct 2nd
5-9pm, 2nd Street, Bremerton Boardwalk, along the Port of Bremerton Marina.
Live music, food, makers - explore the boardwalk night market and all the other First Friday Art Walk activities in downtown Bremerton!
**(Additional ‘First Friday’ summer events include Taste of Kitsap in August and the Blackberry Festival in September)
Armed Forces Day Parade 2026
Schedule of events | 4th + Pacific Ave
Bremerton Central Lions Pancake Breakfast
7-10AM
🇺🇸 Armed forces day parade 🇺🇸
10a-Noon
Heros BBQ
11-12:30PM in the Kitsap Bank parking lot {6th + Pacific}
Free showing of an Armed Forces Day film
12:30p | Roxy Theater
Navy league gala
6pm | Kitsap Golf and Country Club
Bremerton Boardwalk Night Market | June 2026
Event Dates
May 1st
June 5th
July 3rd
Oct 2nd
5-9pm, 2nd Street, Bremerton Boardwalk, along the Port of Bremerton Marina.
Live music, food, makers - explore the boardwalk night market and all the other First Friday Art Walk activities in downtown Bremerton!
**(Additional ‘First Friday’ summer events include Taste of Kitsap in August and the Blackberry Festival in September)
Wayzgoose Kitsap 2026
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.
Bremerton Fan Zone 2026 | Match #1
Belgium vs Egypt
Match starts at Noon PST (Seattle Time zone)
Bremerton Fan Zone Watch Party — Located in the heart of Downtown Bremerton
Anchored by a 20-foot LED screen, the Downtown Bremerton Association is creating a state-of-the-art, family-friendly FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Zone in the heart of Quincy Square—a premier regional destination for live match viewing, cultural celebrations, and community engagement. In partnership with the Seattle FIFA Local Organizing Committee, this multi-week activation brings the largest global sporting event directly into Downtown Bremerton through immersive programming, interactive games, and a high-energy atmosphere designed for fans of all ages.
The Fan Zone experience blends live broadcasts, youth and family activities, local performers, and special themed events with a vibrant Michelob Ultra Beer Garden for adult spectators. Quincy Square’s pedestrian-only layout creates an ideal setting for a dynamic watch party village where visitors can gather, celebrate, and connect. Community partners, local creatives, and neighborhood organizations will also activate the Square with their own events, ensuring the entire “Summer of Soccer” reflects Bremerton’s unique culture.
A signature element of the Fan Zone is its support for community-led watch parties, including the June 19 USA vs. Australia match, presented in collaboration with Doc Luvs the Kids as part of the Juneteenth Block Party. These partnerships strengthen local pride, elevate diverse community voices, and expand the reach of the Fan Zone beyond traditional programming.
Bremerton Fan Zone watch parties
● June 15 — Belgium vs Egypt — Opening Match & Kickoff Celebration – Match start: Noon PST
● June 19 — USA vs Australia — Juneteenth Celebration – Match start: Noon PST
● June 24 — Qatar vs UEFA Playoff Winner — Match start: Noon PST
● June 26 — Egypt vs Iran — Level Up Gamers Experience – Match start: 8:00pm PST
● July 1 — Round 32 — Americana Celebration – Match start: 1:00pm PST
● July 6 — Round of 16 — Match start: 5:00pm PST
Other Programming Highlights
● USA Group Stage Matches (3 Total)
- June 12 (LA)
- June 19 (Seattle – co-hosted with Doc Luvs the Kids Juneteenth Block Party)
- June 25 (LA)
● Bremerton Beer Festival – June 21
Bremerton Fan Zone 2026 | Match #2
USA vs Australia
Match starts at Noon PST (Seattle Time zone)
Bremerton Fan Zone Watch Party — Located in the heart of Downtown Bremerton
Anchored by a 20-foot LED screen, the Downtown Bremerton Association is creating a state-of-the-art, family-friendly FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Zone in the heart of Quincy Square—a premier regional destination for live match viewing, cultural celebrations, and community engagement. In partnership with the Seattle FIFA Local Organizing Committee, this multi-week activation brings the largest global sporting event directly into Downtown Bremerton through immersive programming, interactive games, and a high-energy atmosphere designed for fans of all ages.
The Fan Zone experience blends live broadcasts, youth and family activities, local performers, and special themed events with a vibrant Michelob Ultra Beer Garden for adult spectators. Quincy Square’s pedestrian-only layout creates an ideal setting for a dynamic watch party village where visitors can gather, celebrate, and connect. Community partners, local creatives, and neighborhood organizations will also activate the Square with their own events, ensuring the entire “Summer of Soccer” reflects Bremerton’s unique culture.
A signature element of the Fan Zone is its support for community-led watch parties, including the June 19 USA vs. Australia match, presented in collaboration with Doc Luvs the Kids as part of the Juneteenth Block Party. These partnerships strengthen local pride, elevate diverse community voices, and expand the reach of the Fan Zone beyond traditional programming.
Bremerton Fan Zone watch parties
● June 15 — Belgium vs Egypt — Opening Match & Kickoff Celebration – Match start: Noon PST
● June 19 — USA vs Australia — Juneteenth Celebration – Match start: Noon PST
● June 24 — Qatar vs UEFA Playoff Winner — Match start: Noon PST
● June 26 — Egypt vs Iran — Level Up Gamers Experience – Match start: 8:00pm PST
● July 1 — Round 32 — Americana Celebration – Match start: 1:00pm PST
● July 6 — Round of 16 — Match start: 5:00pm PST
Other Programming Highlights
● USA Group Stage Matches (3 Total)
- June 12 (LA)
- June 19 (Seattle – co-hosted with Doc Luvs the Kids Juneteenth Block Party)
- June 25 (LA)
● Bremerton Beer Festival – June 21
Bremerton Fan Zone 2026 | Match #3
Qatar vs UEFA Playoff Winner
Match starts at Noon PST (Seattle Time zone)
Bremerton Fan Zone Watch Party — Located in the heart of Downtown Bremerton
Anchored by a 20-foot LED screen, the Downtown Bremerton Association is creating a state-of-the-art, family-friendly FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Zone in the heart of Quincy Square—a premier regional destination for live match viewing, cultural celebrations, and community engagement. In partnership with the Seattle FIFA Local Organizing Committee, this multi-week activation brings the largest global sporting event directly into Downtown Bremerton through immersive programming, interactive games, and a high-energy atmosphere designed for fans of all ages.
The Fan Zone experience blends live broadcasts, youth and family activities, local performers, and special themed events with a vibrant Michelob Ultra Beer Garden for adult spectators. Quincy Square’s pedestrian-only layout creates an ideal setting for a dynamic watch party village where visitors can gather, celebrate, and connect. Community partners, local creatives, and neighborhood organizations will also activate the Square with their own events, ensuring the entire “Summer of Soccer” reflects Bremerton’s unique culture.
A signature element of the Fan Zone is its support for community-led watch parties, including the June 19 USA vs. Australia match, presented in collaboration with Doc Luvs the Kids as part of the Juneteenth Block Party. These partnerships strengthen local pride, elevate diverse community voices, and expand the reach of the Fan Zone beyond traditional programming.
Bremerton Fan Zone watch parties
● June 15 — Belgium vs Egypt — Opening Match & Kickoff Celebration – Match start: Noon PST
● June 19 — USA vs Australia — Juneteenth Celebration – Match start: Noon PST
● June 24 — Qatar vs UEFA Playoff Winner — Match start: Noon PST
● June 26 — Egypt vs Iran — Level Up Gamers Experience – Match start: 8:00pm PST
● July 1 — Round 32 — Americana Celebration – Match start: 1:00pm PST
● July 6 — Round of 16 — Match start: 5:00pm PST
Other Programming Highlights
● USA Group Stage Matches (3 Total)
- June 12 (LA)
- June 19 (Seattle – co-hosted with Doc Luvs the Kids Juneteenth Block Party)
- June 25 (LA)
● Bremerton Beer Festival – June 21
Bremerton Fan Zone 2026 | Match #4
Egypt vs Iran
Match starts at 8:00 PM PST (Seattle-Timezone)
Bremerton Fan Zone Watch Party — Located in the heart of Downtown Bremerton
Anchored by a 20-foot LED screen, the Downtown Bremerton Association is creating a state-of-the-art, family-friendly FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Zone in the heart of Quincy Square—a premier regional destination for live match viewing, cultural celebrations, and community engagement. In partnership with the Seattle FIFA Local Organizing Committee, this multi-week activation brings the largest global sporting event directly into Downtown Bremerton through immersive programming, interactive games, and a high-energy atmosphere designed for fans of all ages.
The Fan Zone experience blends live broadcasts, youth and family activities, local performers, and special themed events with a vibrant Michelob Ultra Beer Garden for adult spectators. Quincy Square’s pedestrian-only layout creates an ideal setting for a dynamic watch party village where visitors can gather, celebrate, and connect. Community partners, local creatives, and neighborhood organizations will also activate the Square with their own events, ensuring the entire “Summer of Soccer” reflects Bremerton’s unique culture.
A signature element of the Fan Zone is its support for community-led watch parties, including the June 19 USA vs. Australia match, presented in collaboration with Doc Luvs the Kids as part of the Juneteenth Block Party. These partnerships strengthen local pride, elevate diverse community voices, and expand the reach of the Fan Zone beyond traditional programming.
Bremerton Fan Zone watch parties
● June 15 — Belgium vs Egypt — Opening Match & Kickoff Celebration – Match start: Noon PST
● June 19 — USA vs Australia — Juneteenth Celebration – Match start: Noon PST
● June 24 — Qatar vs UEFA Playoff Winner — Match start: Noon PST
● June 26 — Egypt vs Iran — Level Up Gamers Experience – Match start: 8:00pm PST
● July 1 — Round 32 — Americana Celebration – Match start: 1:00pm PST
● July 6 — Round of 16 — Match start: 5:00pm PST
Other Programming Highlights
● USA Group Stage Matches (3 Total)
- June 12 (LA)
- June 19 (Seattle – co-hosted with Doc Luvs the Kids Juneteenth Block Party)
- June 25 (LA)
● Bremerton Beer Festival – June 21
Bremerton's Bridge Blast 2026
Festival at the Bremerton Boardwalk
June 27, 2026 - 11 AM to 10 PM
*Fireworks Blast off at 10:15 PM
June 28, 2026 - 11 AM to 5 PM
Enjoy the largest Bridge Fireworks Show on the West Coast from several locations!
Sat+Sun: Bremerton Waterfront (live music, 80+ vendors and food trucks)
Sat Only: Evergreen Park (family-friendly, playground, beach access, ample grassy areas, food trucks, bring your own chairs/blankets)
**Fireworks on Saturday only, at 10pm
Bremerton Fan Zone 2026 | Match #5
Round 32
Match starts at 1:00 PM PST (Seattle Time Zone)
Bremerton Fan Zone Watch Party — Located in the heart of Downtown Bremerton
Anchored by a 20-foot LED screen, the Downtown Bremerton Association is creating a state-of-the-art, family-friendly FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Zone in the heart of Quincy Square—a premier regional destination for live match viewing, cultural celebrations, and community engagement. In partnership with the Seattle FIFA Local Organizing Committee, this multi-week activation brings the largest global sporting event directly into Downtown Bremerton through immersive programming, interactive games, and a high-energy atmosphere designed for fans of all ages.
The Fan Zone experience blends live broadcasts, youth and family activities, local performers, and special themed events with a vibrant Michelob Ultra Beer Garden for adult spectators. Quincy Square’s pedestrian-only layout creates an ideal setting for a dynamic watch party village where visitors can gather, celebrate, and connect. Community partners, local creatives, and neighborhood organizations will also activate the Square with their own events, ensuring the entire “Summer of Soccer” reflects Bremerton’s unique culture.
A signature element of the Fan Zone is its support for community-led watch parties, including the June 19 USA vs. Australia match, presented in collaboration with Doc Luvs the Kids as part of the Juneteenth Block Party. These partnerships strengthen local pride, elevate diverse community voices, and expand the reach of the Fan Zone beyond traditional programming.
Bremerton Fan Zone watch parties
● June 15 — Belgium vs Egypt — Opening Match & Kickoff Celebration – Match start: Noon PST
● June 19 — USA vs Australia — Juneteenth Celebration – Match start: Noon PST
● June 24 — Qatar vs UEFA Playoff Winner — Match start: Noon PST
● June 26 — Egypt vs Iran — Level Up Gamers Experience – Match start: 8:00pm PST
● July 1 — Round 32 — Americana Celebration – Match start: 1:00pm PST
● July 6 — Round of 16 — Match start: 5:00pm PST
Other Programming Highlights
● USA Group Stage Matches (3 Total)
- June 12 (LA)
- June 19 (Seattle – co-hosted with Doc Luvs the Kids Juneteenth Block Party)
- June 25 (LA)
● Bremerton Beer Festival – June 21
Bremerton Boardwalk Night Market | July 2026
Event Dates
May 1st
June 5th
July 3rd
Oct 2nd
5-9pm, 2nd Street, Bremerton Boardwalk, along the Port of Bremerton Marina.
Live music, food, makers - explore the boardwalk night market and all the other First Friday Art Walk activities in downtown Bremerton!
**(Additional ‘First Friday’ summer events include Taste of Kitsap in August and the Blackberry Festival in September)
Bremerton Fan Zone 2026 | Match #6
Round 16
Match starts at 5:00 PM PST (Seattle Time zone)
Bremerton Fan Zone Watch Party — Located in the heart of Downtown Bremerton
Anchored by a 20-foot LED screen, the Downtown Bremerton Association is creating a state-of-the-art, family-friendly FIFA World Cup 2026 Fan Zone in the heart of Quincy Square—a premier regional destination for live match viewing, cultural celebrations, and community engagement. In partnership with the Seattle FIFA Local Organizing Committee, this multi-week activation brings the largest global sporting event directly into Downtown Bremerton through immersive programming, interactive games, and a high-energy atmosphere designed for fans of all ages.
The Fan Zone experience blends live broadcasts, youth and family activities, local performers, and special themed events with a vibrant Michelob Ultra Beer Garden for adult spectators. Quincy Square’s pedestrian-only layout creates an ideal setting for a dynamic watch party village where visitors can gather, celebrate, and connect. Community partners, local creatives, and neighborhood organizations will also activate the Square with their own events, ensuring the entire “Summer of Soccer” reflects Bremerton’s unique culture.
A signature element of the Fan Zone is its support for community-led watch parties, including the June 19 USA vs. Australia match, presented in collaboration with Doc Luvs the Kids as part of the Juneteenth Block Party. These partnerships strengthen local pride, elevate diverse community voices, and expand the reach of the Fan Zone beyond traditional programming.
Bremerton Fan Zone watch parties
● June 15 — Belgium vs Egypt — Opening Match & Kickoff Celebration – Match start: Noon PST
● June 19 — USA vs Australia — Juneteenth Celebration – Match start: Noon PST
● June 24 — Qatar vs UEFA Playoff Winner — Match start: Noon PST
● June 26 — Egypt vs Iran — Level Up Gamers Experience – Match start: 8:00pm PST
● July 1 — Round 32 — Americana Celebration – Match start: 1:00pm PST
● July 6 — Round of 16 — Match start: 5:00pm PST
Other Programming Highlights
● USA Group Stage Matches (3 Total)
- June 12 (LA)
- June 19 (Seattle – co-hosted with Doc Luvs the Kids Juneteenth Block Party)
- June 25 (LA)
● Bremerton Beer Festival – June 21
Bremerton Air Show 2026
A celebration of classic military aircraft and world-class aerobatic performers.
Gates to the Bremerton Air Show open at 10 AM and close at 5 PM. Flying will begin in the early afternoon.
West Sound Film Festival 2026
29th: Festival Kick-Off Event
1st-2nd: Festival Days
The West Sound Film Festival shows a large array of films including experimental, documentaries, comedies, horror, music videos, dramas, animated, feature length films and more.
Taste of Kitsap 2026
Taste the Flavors of Kitsap and Beyond. Food trucks, food booths, crafts, a beer garden, makers market, and more!
Every vendor offers a ‘tasting item’ for $6 or less. Try one of everything!
“Ladies That Rock'“ will be playing on the stage, all female-fronted bands.
Taste of Kitsap 2026
Taste the Flavors of Kitsap and Beyond. Food trucks, food booths, crafts, a beer garden, makers market, and more!
Every vendor offers a ‘tasting item’ for $6 or less. Try one of everything!
“Ladies That Rock'“ will be playing on the stage, all female-fronted bands.
Blackberry Festival 2026
We celebrate all things ‘blackberry’!
Friday, 11-8pm
Saturday, 11-7pm
Sunday, 11-8pm
The Blackberry Festival in Bremerton is an annual event that celebrates the delicious blackberry fruit. Visitors can enjoy a variety of blackberry-themed foods, live music, and a marketplace of local vendors. Don't miss out on this fun-filled festival!
Located on the Bremerton Boardwalk and 2nd Street in downtown Bremerton.
Over 150 vendors, bands, beer, blackberry wine, and more
BLACKBERRY FESTIVAL "NEED TO KNOW"
What to expect?
Over 15 blackberry-themed foods
On Your Berry Way - kids stage and crafts on 2nd Street
Craft and commercial booths on the Bremerton Boardwalk
Beer and wine garden by the Cloverleaf Sports Bar & Grill
Blackberry Wine by Pasek Cellars. Desert and table wine are sold by the Bremerton Rotary. Wine is $14 per bottle. All funds go to support local Bremerton Schools.
No pets please:
We love your furry friends, but we do not allow pets on the boardwalk. Blackberry Festival is not pet-friendly due to the crowd size, children, and lack of area for your friend to go potty. For the safety of our guests, please leave your furry friends at home.
Parking:
There are a large variety of parking garages located throughout downtown Bremerton. For more information on parking downtown, please check out:
Stay and play:
There are many overnight options in Bremerton. Here are just a few that are steps from the festival:
Hampton Inn & Suites
Downtown Bremerton Area:
Downtown Bremerton has tons of fun things to do, all within walking distance from the festival and the Bremerton/Seattle Ferry terminal:
Support local restaurants
Family-friendly movie theaters, arcades, and virtual reality activities
Contact the Love Kitsap to plan your trip!
Bremerton Boardwalk Night Market | Oct 2026
Event Dates
May 1st
June 5th
July 3rd
Oct 2nd
5-9pm, 2nd Street, Bremerton Boardwalk, along the Port of Bremerton Marina.
Live music, food, makers - explore the boardwalk night market and all the other First Friday Art Walk activities in downtown Bremerton!
**(Additional ‘First Friday’ summer events include Taste of Kitsap in August and the Blackberry Festival in September)
Krampusnacht 2026
Mark Your Calendar: Krampusnacht Bremerton Returns December 6, 2025!
Get ready for a night of horns, hooves, and holiday mischief—Krampusnacht Bremerton is back on Saturday, December 6, 2025!
Join us in downtown Bremerton for the most wildly festive winter event in the Pacific Northwest, featuring the iconic Krampus Parade, eerie and enchanting Krampus Market, costumed creatures, fire, folklore, and fun for all ages.
Whether you've been naughty, nice, or somewhere in between, this is one night you won’t want to miss.
Mark your calendar—and stay tuned for event details, volunteer sign-ups, and how to get on the Naughty List.
NYE Live at the Roxy 2025
NYE 2026 Live at the Roxy with Roemen and The Whereabouts
December 31, 2025 7:00PM - Midnight
Ring in 2026 live at the Roxy with Roemen and The Whereabouts—good vibes and great tunes all night!
Get Ready for NYE 2026 Live at the Roxy!
Join Roxy in person for an epic night ringing in the new year with Roemen and The Whereabouts. It’s going to be a night full of great vibes, live tunes, and good company. Don’t miss out on the fun – let's make NYE 2026 unforgettable together at the Roxy and Quincy Square!
Get tickets now at worldtheaterfoundation.org. Tickets start at just $40!
The New Year’s Eve festivities start on Quincy Square with Kitsap’s Favorite DJ Joe Frank (7-9pm) and tasty dining options from local food trucks. At 9pm—move into the Historic Roxy Theatre for some old-fashioned Rock, Soul & Roll with America's favorite cover band Roemen and The Whereabouts! Ring in the New Year with a powerhouse tribute to Marvin Gaye, Otis Redding, Al Green, and Stevie Wonder—soul classics that will have you dancing, singing, and celebrating all night long.
Agenda
7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Kickoff the New Year with DJ Joe Frank on Quincy Square
This portion of the event is FREE and open to all. Start the evening and kickoff the new year on Quincy Square with Kitsap's favorite DJ Joe Frank. Enjoy a variety of food options from local food truck parked along the square. At 9PM, watch the ball drop live from New York City on screen together for a preview of what's to come for us!
9:00 PM - 12:00 AM
Roemen and The Whereabouts Live at the Roxy
This portion of the event requires a ticket purchase. Tickets can be bought at worldtheaterfoundation.org. Move into the Historic Roxy Theatre for some old-fashioned Rock, Soul & Roll! Ring in the New Year with a powerhouse tribute to Marvin Gaye, Otis Redding, Al Green, and Stevie Wonder—soul classics that will have you dancing, singing, and celebrating all night long. From the first note to the last encore, you’ll feel the energy, groove, and spirit of these timeless legends come alive on stage. Say goodbye to the old, hello to the new, and welcome 2026 with unforgettable live music, shared joy, and memories that last well beyond midnight.
Ticket Sales Link
Krampusnacht 2025
Mark Your Calendar: Krampusnacht Bremerton Returns December 6, 2025!
Get ready for a night of horns, hooves, and holiday mischief—Krampusnacht Bremerton is back on Saturday, December 6, 2025!
Join us in downtown Bremerton for the most wildly festive winter event in the Pacific Northwest, featuring the iconic Krampus Parade, eerie and enchanting Krampus Market, costumed creatures, fire, folklore, and fun for all ages.
Whether you've been naughty, nice, or somewhere in between, this is one night you won’t want to miss.
Mark your calendar—and stay tuned for event details, volunteer sign-ups, and how to get on the Naughty List.
Bremerton's Trick-Or-Treat Street 2025
Time & Location
Oct 31, 2025, 4:30 PM – 8:30 PM
Quincy Square & Pacific Street, 409 Pacific Ave, Bremerton, WA 98337, USA
About the event
Friday, October 31, 2025 | 4:30 AM – 8:30 PM
Free and open to all!
Downtown Bremerton's favorite Halloween tradition is back - and this year, it's spookier and more exciting than ever in our brand-new Quincy Square!
Bring the whole family for a safe, fun-filled evening in the heart of Downtown Bremerton.
craft market at quincy square
Calloween in Charleston 2025
Come out for trick or treating at store fronts, haunted streets, a live DJ, ghost stories, a FREE costume closet, and much more!!
When you're ready for festivities on Halloween (10/31), head to Downtown for Trick-or-Treat Street!
Bremerton Boardwalk Night Market
Event Dates
May 2nd
June 6th
July 11th
October 3rd
5-9pm, 2nd Street, Bremerton
Live music, food, makers - explore the boardwalk night market and all the other First Friday Art Walk activities in downtown Bremerton!
Bridging Bremerton 2025
Bremerton's annual festival on foot, celebrating the city's bridge-to-bridge trail.
Narrator: Josh Farley
2.8-mile ‘family accessible’ bridge walk begins at 10 a.m.
Meet at Evergreen Pizza. Please arrive 30 minutes early (9:30am).
Address: 1223 McKenzie Avenue, Bremerton5-mile (10k steps) ‘super loop’ begins at 1pm.
All kids who complete the 2.8-mile walk get a wooden medallion good for a free admission aboard the USS Turner Joy Museum Ship.
2025 Bremerton Blackberry Blast Pickleball Tournament
Bremerton, WA — Get ready to serve up some fun! The Bremerton Blackberry Blast Pickleball Tournament is back and better than ever — and registration is now officially open! Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just in it for the sweet summer vibes, this is the must-play event of the season.
Taking place Labor Day Weekend, August 29–31, 2025, the tournament will be held at the scenic Bremerton Lion’s Park on Lebo Boulevard, just in time for the city’s beloved blackberry season.
Proudly sponsored by Westsound Pickleball Community, the Blackberry Blast promises three days of competitive play, community spirit, and plenty of blackberry-themed surprises. Players of all skill levels are welcome, with brackets for men’s, women’s, and mixed doubles.
“We’re thrilled to bring the Blackberry Blast back to Bremerton for the third year,” said Theresa Aubin Ahrens, Tournament Director for Westbound Pickleball Community. “This event is all about fun, fitness, and celebrating the amazing pickleball community here in Kitsap County and beyond.” Last year, over 210 players from around the country and from age 13 to 93 competed.
Spots are limited, so grab your paddle and sign up early to secure your place on the court! Registration details and tournament information can be found at https://pickleballtournaments.com/tournaments/2025-bremerton-blackberry-blast.
Don't miss your shot to be part of Bremerton’s juiciest pickleball event of the year!
Contact:
Theresa Aubin Ahrens, Tournament Director, Secretary
360-710-1435
Westsoundpickleball@gmail.com
Westsoundpickleball.com
Consider to PLAY and STAY! PLAY in the tournament and STAY to attend the FREE Bremerton Blackberry Festival! The festival celebrates all things "blackberry" on the Bremerton Boardwalk. Over 150 vendors, bands, beer, blackberry wine and more!
This FREE family-friendly festival takes over Bremerton's picturesque waterfront. It is THE summer-ending extravaganza for the Puget Sound.
Bremerton Rock the Dock 2025
Boaters, music lovers, and summer seekers are invited to experience Rock the Dock on Saturday, August 16, 2025—and this year’s celebration promises to be bigger, bolder, and smoother than ever. This free summer music concert is set against the backdrop of Bremerton’s inlet and mountain views, with live music, local food trucks, and a beer garden poured by local brewery Dog Days Brewing, making it a can’t-miss highlight of the summer.
The music event will showcase a blend of rock, blues, and folk, echoing the soulful sounds the Bremerton music scene is known for. Featured performers include the beloved Manette local, Alessandra Rose, and Seattle’s Wild Rumours: A Fleetwood Mac Experience.
Guests are invited to arrive by land or water:
By personal boat: Fill the guest moorage boat slips at the Bremerton Marina, attendees can reserve their spot at https://www.portofbremerton.org/request-moorage
By public ferry: Bremerton is easily accessible from Seattle by two ferry options - the 1-hour car and passenger ferry from Colman Dock or the 30-minute walk-on fast ferry at Pier 50. Both options allow attendees to enjoy the beauty of the Puget Sound and Sinclair Inlet.
No matter how you show up, you’re encouraged to bring a lawn chair and settle in at the base of the Harborside Steps for an afternoon on the waterfront.
Event Run of Show:
3:00pm | Food trucks and beer garden begin serving
4:00pm | Chuck Z Opening with Acoustic Performance and Emcee
5:00pm - 6:30pm | Alessandra Rose
7:30pm - 9:00pm | Wild Rumours: A Fleetwood Mac Experience
Local Food and Drink Vendors Include:
Dog Days Brewing – Local craft beer and wine options in the beer garden
Da “Q” Shack – Savory Texas-style BBQ and pasta food truck
And more!
Puget Sound Book Festival 2025
An annual celebration of the Puget Sound's thriving indie bookstore + author communities.
Kitsap Wine Festival 2025
Since it began 17 years ago, the Kitsap Wine Festival has featured music, delicious food, and of course, great wines. You'll have the opportunity to explore and discover a wide variety of wines by sampling bottles featured by our ever-expanding slate of participating wineries. Find a new favorite and take it home. Our retail wine shop provides an expanded selection of wines and an assortment of fun wine-related treasures. You'll want to complement all of your delightful sipping by noshing delectables offered by our amazing food vendors. Round out your day of summer fun out with games like cornhole and ladder golf on the gorgeous waterfront at the Kitsap Wine Festival! We're excited to host Jim Basnight and WEPA for live music performances during this year's festival.
West Sound Crime Con
A Chilling Weekend of True Crime
West Sound Crime, in partnership with Notorious USA*, Bainbridge Performing Arts, the Admiral Theatre, and more, will kick off an inaugural series of events and experiences across the peninsula exploring true crime mysteries with noted detectives, authors, legal experts and more.
“True crime has never been hotter. Podcasts, streaming services have joined books and TV in telling the stories of mysteries and crimes,” said Gregg Olsen, Kitsap author and creator of the first-ever West Sound Crime weekend. “This August we’re putting the spotlight on Northwest crimes with an array of speakers, events and experiences that genre fans won’t want to miss.”
FRIDAY, AUGUST 1, 2025
7 PM – GREGG OLSEN + ANDREA DUNLOP
Location: Bainbridge Performing Arts
Address: 200 Madison Ave N, Bainbridge Island
Gregg Olsen will launch his latest, Out of the Woods, in conversation with author Andrea Dunlop at Bainbridge Performing Arts Theater. Out of the Woods examines the Idaho kidnapping of Shasta Groene and her brother Dylan. (Publisher’s Weekly review: As in Olsen’s previous works of nonfiction, there’s plenty of rigorous research on display, but it’s his empathetic consideration of what happens to high-profile victims after news cameras stop rolling that sets this apart.)
Dunlop, a Seattle author known for her work in Town & Country, Bustle, and People; she hosts the acclaimed podcast Nobody Should Believe Me and authored The Mother Next Door.
Saturday, August 2, 2025
2 PM — rebecca morris
Location: Kitsap Regional Library
Address: 1301 Sylvan Way, Bremerton
New York Times bestselling author (Boy Missing) Rebecca Morris discusses Tacoma’s Ann Marie Burr and Portland’s Kyron Horman and others from her perspective as an investigative journalist and author. RSVP for this free event
2PM — Ann Jaegar
Location: Gig Harbor History Museum
Address: 4121 Harborview Dr, Gig Harbor
Author and TV personality Ann Jaeger presents her just-released biography of America’s legendary true crime author Seattle’s Ann Rule, The Rule of Crime, with an introduction by Gregg Olsen. This is a free event
5PM — D.D. Black
Location: Olalla Bay Market & Landing,
Address: 13965 Crescent Valley Rd SE, Olalla
Popular Kitsap crime novelist D.D. Black discusses his bestselling set-in-Kitsap Thomas Austin and FBI Task Force S.W.O.R.D. series. RSVP for this free event
6PM — Panel conversation
Location: ADMIRAL THEATRE
Address: 515 Pacific Ave, Bremerton
PNW UNSOLVED. A captivating evening delving into the Pacific Northwest’s most notorious unsolved cases of Oakley Carlson, Lindsay Baum, Susan Cox Powell, and more, from the unique mix of investigative expertise, legal insight, and compelling storytelling.
ON THE PANEL:
Lindsay Wade: Tacoma detective who solved the Jennifer Bastian cold case, Wade offers firsthand experience in investigative techniques and the pursuit of justice. She is also the author of In My DNA: My Life in Solving Your Worst Nightmares.
Anne Bremner: Renowned victims’ advocate, author (Justice in the Age of Judgment), TV pundit, and attorney, Seattle’s Bremner brings unparalleled insight into the legal and emotional aspects of heartbreaking PNW cases that continue to baffle.
Gregg Olsen: #1 New York Times bestselling author, Olsen (If You Tell, Starvation Heights) shares his experience in unraveling complex cases to uncover hidden truths. His books have been published in more than 25 languages.
James Renner: Author (Finding Amy, True Crime Addict, Scout Camp) and host of the popular Philosophy of Crime podcast, Renner will facilitate the discussion, bringing his sharp wit and insightful analysis to the proceedings.
SUNDAY, AUGUST 3
12pm — Anne Jaeger Book signing
Location: Olalla Bay Market & Landing, Olalla
Address: 13965 Crescent Valley Rd SE, Olalla
Author Anne Jaeger signs copies of her book about the Queen of True Crime, Ann Rule. (free).
2PM — “Paranormal” Pete Orbea
Location: Olalla Grange
Address: 7554 SE Fragaria Rd, Olalla
Port Gamble ghost expert and podcaster, as he presents fascinating evidence of the ghostly apparitions that haunt crime scenes throughout the Pacific Northwest. RSVP for this free event
6PM — MURDER MYSTERY EXPERIENCE AT THE WINERY.
“Death at the Olalla Winery” – an immersive experience combining fine local wine, delicious nibbles – as attendees gather their wits and unmask the murderer. Just whodunit?
*Notorious USA LLC is owned and operated by Gregg Olsen.
Taste of Kitsap 2025
Taste the Flavors of Kitsap and Beyond. Food trucks, food booths, crafts, a beer garden, makers market, and more! Tasting items for $6 or less, come and get one of everything!
“Ladies That Rock'“ will be playing on the stage, all female-fronted bands.
Bremerton Air Show 2025
A celebration of classic military aircraft and world-class aerobatic performers.
Gates to the Bremerton Air Show open at 10 AM and close at 5 PM. Flying will begin in the early afternoon.
Bremerton Air Show 2025
A celebration of classic military aircraft and world-class aerobatic performers.
Gates to the Bremerton Air Show open at 10 AM and close at 5 PM. Flying will begin in the early afternoon.
Bremerton Boardwalk Night Market
Event Dates
May 2nd
June 6th
July 11th* (not a First Friday)
October 3rd
5-9pm, 2nd Street, Bremerton
Live music, food, makers - explore the boardwalk night market and all the other First Friday Art Walk activities in downtown Bremerton!
Bremerton's Bridge Blast 2025
Festival at the Bremerton Boardwalk
June 28, 2025 - 11 AM to 10 PM
*Fireworks Blast off at 10:15 PM
June 29, 2025 - 11 AM to 5 PM
Enjoy the largest Bridge Fireworks Show on the West Coast from several locations!
Sat+Sun: Bremerton Waterfront (live music, 80+ vendors and food trucks)
Sat Only: Evergreen Park (family-friendly, playground, beach access, ample grassy areas, food trucks, bring your own chairs/blankets)
**Fireworks on Saturday only
Bremerton Boardwalk Night Market
Event Dates
May 2nd
June 6th
July 11th
October 3rd
5-9pm, 2nd Street, Bremerton
Live music, food, makers - explore the boardwalk night market and all the other First Friday Art Walk activities in downtown Bremerton!
Bremerton Boardwalk Night Market
Event Dates
May 2nd
June 6th
July 11th
October 3rd
5-9pm, 2nd Street, Bremerton
Live music, food, makers - explore the boardwalk night market and all the other First Friday Art Walk activities in downtown Bremerton!
Peninsula Home & Remodel Expo 2025
Biggest and Best Home Show West of Seattle®
Welcome to the Biggest and Best Home Expo West of Seattle ™! The Kitsap Building Association is proud to present the 2025 Peninsula Home & Remodel Expo on May 2nd - 4th, 2025. The Expo is celebrating over 40 years in Kitsap County.
With over 160 Exhibitors, the Peninsula’s largest and most trusted destination for all design and home improvement information, inspiration directly connects you with Kitsap and the Pacific Northwest Region industry leaders and trendsetters. Construction In Motion, The Lego Brand Building Challenge, Car & Motorcycle Show, Reptile Show and Food Court Event make this a fun event for all ages!
May 2nd-4th, 2025
Friday, May 2nd, noon - 5 pm
Saturday, May 3rd, 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday, May 4th, 10 am - 4 pm
The Baymont offers comfy, no-fuss stays with easy access to all Bremerton + Silverdale amenities, like ferries, local shopping, markets, and laid-back Kitsap vibes.