Kingston Pirate Festival Guide

Get ready for Kingston’s fun and family-friendly festival, coming to Mike Wallace Park on June 6th 2025.

Pirates and their pals will arrive at North Kitsap’s waterfront city of Kingston on the first Saturday of June, kicking off the summer festival season with flair! The Puget Sound Pirates will be on hand setting the mood, galavanting around Kingston, and being generally jovial as well as 40+ vendors, live music, activities, and even a fire dancer! Kids will love the bouncy houses and a treasure hunt and a rum & beer garden for the adults will be a welcome spot to rest and relax!

getting there & parking

If you are traveling by car from another part of the Peninsula, you’ll likely be taking Highway 307 from Poulsbo, which merges with Highway 104, which comes from the Hood Canal Bridge (a warm welcome, Jefferson County friends). You can look for street parking or head to the Port of Kingston/Marina parking lot, where you’ll find many parking spots - some paid, some are free for 2 hours…make sure you know which type of spot you’re in!

Friends arriving via Ferry from King County have two options:

the autoferry from Edmonds

Fast Ferry passenger only service from downtown seattle

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explore pirate fest

Party with the pirates

Party with the Puget Sound Pirates - a lovable bunch of scallywags who love to don their finest pirate gear and plunder up and down the Puget Sound! Pose for photos and get in the pirate spirit! The Pirates of Puget Sound not only provide entertainment and combat with a piratical flair, but they also specialize in providing kids’ entertainment. They come equipped with several pirate games that are appropriate for kids of all ages.

shop local artists & pirate vendors

From metal smiths, to wood-working to homespun crafts, soaps, and more…the vendor lineup for the Kingston Pirate Festival is a top-notch selection of amazing Kitsap region artisans, crafters, and local businesses.

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live music + entertainment

From 10am-5pm there will be a fun lineup of music, activities, and performers sure to keep the visiting pirates and their comrades entertained for hours! Performances and music are held at the Mike Wallace Park Pavilion.

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pirate costume contest

Show up dressed in your best and boldest pirate gear and take part in the Costume Contest! Encourage your friends and family and come dressed up as a group for bonus points! After all, what’s a pirate party without pirates?!

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Visit Kingston and stay awhile

The greater Kingston area (Kingston, Port Gamble & Hansville has a great assortment of accommodations and options for most budgets and travel styles.

the point casino & hotel

Those looking for a full service experience with food, drink, gaming and entertainment moments from downtown Kingston, then THE POINT CASINO & HOTEL is your best bet!

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Great places to eat & drink in Kingston

There are too many amazing places to eat in and near downtown Port Orchard to list, but here are a few favorites we’re sure you’ll love!

J'aime Les Crêpes ​Crêperie

A little taste of Paris on the Kingston waterfront, this beloved creperie is always a delicious and popular option.

argensol

Authentic Argentinian empanadas and choripan, a perfect To Go snack for a hungry pirate!

Sourdough willy’s pizzeria

100+ year old sourdough and sublime pizza recipes make this award-winning pizzeria a destination in and of itself.

the saucy sailor

The Saucy Sailor serves up crave-worthy quick bites to go (or eat on the sidewalk picnic tables out front) like bangers and mash, thai chicken curry and cottage pie.

kingston alehouse

A local staple for killer burgers, yummy chowder and cold beer!

westside pizza

Grab a slice and relax at this go to spot for great ‘zaw.

ono poke too

Poke lovers REJOICE - Ono Poke has what you dream about, fresh poke and island style treats.

the grub hut

Comfort food and bomb diggity burgers serves in a casual and fun environment.

sweet life cakery

Sweets, treats & pastries galore!

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