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Welcome to the Kitsap Peninsula...the perfect place to... be romantic, recharge, and just relax. Surrounded by miles of shorelines, nature trails, scenic mountains and drives, the Kitsap Peninsula's unique setting makes even Mother Nature jealous. It's the perfect place to celebrate and rekindle romance, thanks to some very nice Valentine's Day lodging packages and local dining specials.  In Silverdale, the Oxford Suites offers gorgeous rooms overlooking Dyes Inlet. In Bremerton, the Baymont Inn & Suites, let's you sleep in and enjoy a special late checkout.
 The Comfort Inn overlooks the Port Orchard waterfront. Get romantic at the Poulsbo Inn or treat yourself to a day at the spa and evening of entertainment and dining at the popular Clearwater Casino & Resort in Suquamish. The Bainbridge Island Best Western and Eagle Harbor Inn Petit Hotel offer excellent amenitites and are steps from great restaurants and shops.
For something cozy, consider booking a long weekend at cozy B&B or cottage...Foxbridge B&B in Poulsbo, Grandview B&B on the waterfront in Keyport, Illahee Manor B&B in  Bremerton, Little Clam Bay in Port Orchard, and Bainbridge Island Beach Cottage. Visit our B&B Lodging page for more choices.
 MorMor and Molly Ward Gardens in Poulsbo; Amy's On the Bay and Bay Street Bistro in Port Orchard; Anthony's At Sinclair Inlet in Bremerton; Agate Pass Cafe and Clearwater Casino Cedar Steakhouse in Suquamish; Cafe Nola's on Bainbridge Island; and Breezy Hill Bistro in Silverdale.
Visit our dining search to find dozens of other options from intimate urban bistros to classic euro-pubs! |
A Taste of Kitsap Peninsula
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Kitsap Peninsula Mecca For Local Brews
If you love local brews and pubs, h ead on over to the Kitsap Peninsula and we'll keep you in good spirits. The population of local brewers is expanding as well as pubs that serve local brew. Here's are few to whet your whistle. For local brews and eats visit our special Brews & Bites page.
New Year Beer Festival - Bremerton Harborside
 Don't miss a great community celebration on January 22 at the Kitsap Conference Center. Features craft beer from Kitsap's premier brewers as well guest breweries from around the Sound. Click here for details.
Sail on over and stay the weekend dock at the Bremerton Marina or Port Orchard Marina and you'll be close to the action! For information about other marinas on the Kitsap Peninsula motor on over to our Boating page.
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Sweet Gifts to Give & Enjoy...
Say "I love you" with handcrafted artisan or organic  chocolates and support a small business in the process. You'll have many choices to choose from like the award winning Carter's Chocolates in Port Orchard, Amy's Decadent Chocolates in Bremerton (they really do live up to their name!), Bon Bon on Bainbridge Island, and ChocMo's in Poulsbo. Bella Bella Cupcakes in Silverdale has bite-size cupcakes and Sweet Life Bakery in Kingston has award winning Sweet Blisses. Also, check out Popcorn Chef for their special Valentine's Day treats. Visit our website for other tasty locations.
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January 28, Open - February 3, Reception - Bremerton
Annual Collective Visions Juried Art Show Don't miss Collective Visions Art Gallery juried art show, one of the largest in the state. More than 700 artworks were submitted by 224 artists and 140 artists from 40 cities were accepted. The show opens on January 28, and public reception will be held on February 3, during the first Friday Art Walk where you can vote for your favorite entry. The show runs through February. Visit CVG website for details.
______________________________________ February 3 - BAC - The Gallery - Bainbridge Island Insights: Work by Artists with Disabilities Bainbridge Arts & Crafts has invited twenty dedicated and talented artists from the Kitsap Peninsula to be in a special  February exhibition. Our vision is best expressed by painter Craig Rogers, who said: "I hope when people see my art and respond to it they don't think it's pretty good art for a guy with a disability. I hope they can see the passion and integrity I put into my work." BAC is delighted to present this new community of wonderful artists. Image shown above: Felecia Walberg Northwest Print Makers Exhibit of art created from blockprints, monotypes, and etchings in color. Visit BAC for more details.
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 Indie Book Store Events
Local indie-bookstores offer a wide variety of guest speakers. For current events, please visit any of the following bookstores on the Kitsap Peninsula. Mostly Books in Gig Harbor, Liberty Bay Books and Book Stop in Poulsbo, Dauntless Book Store in Port Gamble, & Eagle Harbor Book Co. on Bainbridge Island.
January 28 - Dauntless Book Store/KPVCB Visitor Annex
 Rob Tiffany will be signing copies of "Submarine Warriors:The Enemy Beneath". Tiffany combines his military past with his high-tech present to create an exciting underwater tale. Click here for details. For more deep sea history, visit the Undersea Naval Museum in Keyport. Children always welcome!
Also check out West Sound Reads events, a consortium of the Kitsap Regional Library and local independent book stores. _____________________________ Theatre, Dance & Music Performances & Events
The Kitsap Peninsula is home to hundreds of talented actors, singers and performers. See them perform at our many popular local theaters. Just click on the links below for details about shows and curtain times! Admiral Theatre - Bremerton
CSTOCK Theatre - Silverdale
Bainbridge Island Park & Rec
Bainbridge Performing Arts
Bloedel Reseve Concerts
W. Washington Center for Performing Arts - Port Orchard
West Sound Entertainment Association - Bremerton West Sound Repertory Theatre For more venues and info, please visit our website. |
February 26 - Bainbridge Island
 Cascade Bicycle Club's Famous Chilly Hilly! With chilly February weather and 2,675 feet of Hilly climbing, the name says it all! Chilly Hilly has been kicking off the cycling season in the Northwest for the past 36 years. The 33-mile route around Bainbridge Island starts with an early morning ferry ride across Puget Sound from Seattle or you can spend the weekend on the Kitsap Peninsula at one of our local hotels on Bainbridge Island or Poulsbo. Visit our lodging page for options. For more info about the Chilly Hilly visit Cascade Bicycle Club for details.
__________________________________ You can keep your New Year's resolution to get more exercise with a visit to our new Kitsap Peninsula Trails page. Enjoy a brisk stroll on the beach at Point No Point in Hansville and take in a visit the historic USA Lighthouse.  | |
Lighthouse at Point No Point in Hansville.
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Stop at the Hansville Cup of Joy for a warm cup of coffee. The Kitsap Peninsula is a great place for pets and you'll find an entire section on Pet Friendly Parks & Trails on our website. Our trails are perfect for enjoying birdwatching and a leisurely strolls to view wildlife. For more ideas to stay fit and have fun...visit our Sports section online. Also, check out our new adventure partner, Outdoors NW Magazine. |
The Kitsap Peninsula Visitor & Convention Bureau is the official visitor and information bureau for the Kitsap Peninsula. Staff is available to provide assistance to visitors, professional convention, meeting, tournament, and event planners, and others seeking information about the Kitsap Peninsula.
You can learn more about the Kitsap Peninsula and its communities on our website at www.VisitKitsap.com. Please contact us anytime at 800-337-0580, or via email at info@visitkitsap.com.
Click Here for Google Map to the KPVCB Office
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