Farmers Markets
Spring Opening Dates
Thurs, May 2 - Oct 17 | 4pm-7pm
Evergreen Park
Sun, May 5-Oct 3 | 10:30am-2:30pm
KingstonSat, May 4-Oct 12 | 9am-2pm Mike Wallace Park next to Ferry Landing Port OrchardSat, Apr 6-Oct 12 | 9am-3pm on Port Orchard waterfront PoulsboSat, Apr 6-Dec 21 | 9am-1pm Corner of 7th & Iverson SilverdaleTues, Apr 30-Sept 24 | 10am-4pm Old Town Silverdale between boat launch and Waterfront Park SuquamishWed, Apr 24-Oct 16 | 3-7pm Suquamish Way across from the Suquamish Village Shell
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Relaxing Bed & Breakfasts
The Kitsap Peninsula is fortunate to have an exceptional variety of Bed & Breakfasts, ready to treat you or your guests to a very special stay. Come enjoy! Click for selections.
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The Kitsap Peninsula offers breath-taking backdrops and venues. We offer a wide-range of wedding services including planners, caterers, photographers, florists, sound & music, formal wear, lodging & dining. Use the search features on our Wedding page for professionals that
can make your wedding a success. The beautiful Kitsap Peninsula is the perfect place for your next reunion or special event. Click here for details.Presenting New Event Venues!
Heronswood - Kingston OPEN HOUSE: April 13 - 12-5 PM These beloved, internationally famous gardens were purchased last year by the Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe and are now open for weddings and other events. Visit their website for details.
White Horse Clubhouse - Kingston This beautiful new golf course clubhouse with full-service dining and catering, is now open for business events and celebrations.
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Marinas & Water Trail
Boat Launches!
The Kitsap Peninsula has nearly 370 miles of shoreline and dozens of marinas that provide accesses and a wide range of services for boaters. Slips are available for overnight, short and long-term moorage For more info, please visit our boaters page.
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Host Your Next Meeting, Retreat or Event on the Kitsap Peninsula!
The Kitsap Peninsula is the perfect destination to host your next annual meeting, conference, business expo, corporate retreat or private event. You'll find more information at VisitKitsap.com.
The Kitsap Conference Center is the region's official conference center and one of many venues that offer meeting options. Click for details.
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First Friday - 5 to 8 PM
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---- Collective Vision Special Poetry Reading - April 28, 1:30 PM Click for details.
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 Visit our new Military Museum & Memorials page for a list of more than 32 locations including the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier and other memorials. Attention Military Reunion Planners! Let our local specialists help you plan your next event. Send your request to info@visitkitsap.com |
Click here to learn how you, your family and friends can work to help restore and protect our waterways.
Order Your WA State Park Pass Today & Be Prepared!
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The Suquamish Clearwater
Casino Resort. Try your hand at lady luck and enjoy FREE Live Music featured every Friday & Saturday at Beach Rock Lounge.
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The Kitsap Peninsula boast award winning golf courses!
Visit our Golf page for details.
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Kitsap PUMA Soccer Club
First Home Game - June 1,
Gordon Field - Click for Info.
Great fun for family and visitors!
Get Your BlueJacket Tickets today!
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Outdoor Recreation Resources
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Spring On Over to the Kitsap Peninsula
Spring is officially here and a wonderful time to get away to  the beautiful Kitsap Peninsula for the day, night or nice long weekend especially during Spring Break with the kids. There are lots of family fun activities to capture their imagination.  In Poulsbo, learn about 100 species of marine plants and animals found in our Puget Sound waters at the Poulsbo Marine Science Center. The Tide pool touch tank allows you to interact with most of the animals you will find on your local beach walks.
In Keyport, learn about the wonders of the ocean world at the Naval Undersea Museum. Escape into the magical world of puppetry at the Valentinetti Puppet Museum or get bugged at the unique Bug Museum located directly across from the fleet of mothballed aircraft carriers in Bremerton.
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Enjoy A Little R&R and Lots of Open Space..
The Kitsap Peninsula offers couple, families, friends and visitors a place to enjoy a quick, convenient overnight, weekend or week-long get-away with all the comforts of home..and no traffic! Some of our favorite kid, stroller, and pet friendly places to visit include the remarkable Clear Creek Trail, a 5.6 mile path and boardwalk in the heart of the region's largest retail center, Silverdale. The trail, cared for by volunteers, is alive with spring foliage, birds and wildlife.
 Other locations offering big vistas include Point-No-Point Lighthouse and beach in Hansville, Manchester State Park and beach in South Kitsap, Port Orchard Marina & Waterfront Park, Bremerton's Evergreen Park, and Dog Fish Park in Poulsbo. Visit our Parks & Trail page and things to do page on our website for more places to visit and explore. Of course it only makes sense to spend the night or weekend so be sure to click on our Dining and Lodging for places to stay and eat! ____________________________________
Welcome to the start of Farmers Market Season!
April is here and so are some Farmers Markets across the Kitsap Peninsula (See list on left for dates, times, links and locations). You'll find beautiful spring bouquets, locally grown produce, hand-crafted gifts, artisan breads, and more. Stroll through historic towns lined with shops, galleries, marinas, waterfront trails and boardwalks during your visit.
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Celebrate May with Parades, Festivals, Fairs & Family Fun!
May is the official opening of play season on the Kitsap Peninsula. A few popular happenings include Poulsbo's annual Viking Fest May 17-19. Enjoy 3 days of eating, music, and the always-entertaining Viking Fest parade, carnival games and the annual Viking Fest road race.
 Another popular weekend getaway event is the annual Kitsap Harbor Festival - May 25-26 that takes place on the waterfront at the Bremerton and Port Orchard Marinas. Enjoy a tour of historic ships, stroll the boardwalk filled booths and entertainment. Discover the magic of the classic car show and exercise your vocal cords at the Port Orchard Seagull Calling Contest. Satisfy your taste buds at the professional and amateur Wings Cook-off. Click here for details!
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May 18 - Downtown Bremerton
65th Annual Armed Forces Day Parade
 Pay tribute to the men and women who are serving or have served our country at the nation's largest and longest running Armed Forces Parade. People far and near come out every year to enjoy over 150 marching units, dozens of military entries and several marching bands.
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A Taste of Kitsap Peninsula
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 Kitsap Peninsula Is A Mecca for Award-Wining Local Brewers!
If you love local micro-brews and pubs, head to the Kitsap Peninsula and we'll keep you in good spirits.  The population of award-winning local brewers is exploding, as well as pubs that serve our famous local micro-brews. You can now enjoy a tour of local brews with the of the new Peninsula Brewery Tours. They take care of the driving so you can enjoy tasting our great local brews like award winning Sound Brewery, Valholl Brewery and Hood Canal Brewery in the Poulsbo area Slaughter County Brewing in Port Orchard.
Lots of restaurants carry our famous local brews including Toro Lounge and The Toad House Pizza (which has the largest selection in the region) located in the Bremerton area, Silver City Brewing (with newly remodeled digs) and Hales Ale House in  Silverdale. In Poulsbo, tap into Tizely's Euro Pub and the Loft. In Kingston head to Main St. Ale House, and for a taste of history, stop by the historic Port Gamble General Store & Cafe. For more info, and to download a map of locations, visit our Brews & Bites website page.
Whatever activity you are enjoying on the Kitsap Peninsula you're sure to work up an appetite. You'll find lots of eating and dining options; from bistros serving fresh local, bakeries serving gluten free-treats, sit-down and to-go places offering mouthwatering wood-fired pizza. We also have excellent sushi bars in all corners of the region. Use our database at VisitKitsap.com/Dining to search for eating and drinking ideas to suit your mood.
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May 11 - 10am 2pm - Olympic College - Bremerton
Military Culinary Arts Competition
Military Culinary specialists from around the region compete for top honors in several culinary specialties such as cakes, chicken wings, dessert pies, hors d'oeuvres and Iron Chef Competition with a secret ingredient. More info.
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April 6 & 7 - Bainbridge Island  Bloedel Reserve Plant Sale
Featuring 13 Northwest Growers and plants propagated and grown at Bloedel. Here is your chance to buy rare and hard to find plants. Free informative lectures throughout the two day event. Learn more.
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April 6 - Port Gamble S'Klallam Longhouse - Little Boston
Heronswood: Past, Present & Future
 Join garden expert, Dan Hinkley, co-founder of Heronswood and Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribal Chair, Jeromy Sullivan, for a multi-media presentation from 12:30 to 3 p.m. at Port Gamble S'Klallam Longhouse, Learn about the inspiration behind Heronswood; how it grew into one of the most impressive examples of plantsmanship in the world, and what the Port Gamble S'Klallam Tribe is doing to restore and cultivate this treasure. Click for more info. _____________________________________ May 18 - Historic Rodstol Lane Farm  Southworth Art & Garden Fair The historic Rodstol Lane Farm founded in 1910 is hosting a spring outdoor market featuring artists, crafters and farmers who will share what they love to do best best; create...everthing from re-purposed furniture, garden art, handmade items, and plant starts. Something for everyone and perfect for the entire family! Located near Southworth Ferry. Click for 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 the Book Stop in Poulsbo. Also check out events hosted by West Sound Reads, a consortium of Kitsap Regional Libraries and local independent book stores. ___________________________
Theatre, Dance & Music Performances & Events
The Kitsap Peninsula is home to hundreds of talented actors, singers and performers. Below are a few April-May shows...
Apr 5: Bremerton Community Theater - Urine Town, The Musical
Apr 19: March 3. CStock, presents Alice in Wonderland
Thru Apr 21: Jewel Box Theater - Bark, The Musical
Apr 26: Western WA Center opens the acclaimed, Godspell Click links below for details about these shows and others. West Sound Repertory Theatre
For more venues and info, please visit our website. ___________________________________
  LIVE! Coco Montoya April 5 - Tickets still available! The Admiral Theatre is Kitsap Peninsula's premier venue for live entertainment featuring celebrated regional, national and international performers. Visit their website for a complete list of shows.
April 12 - Olalla Community Club
Bryan Bowers and Sam Weis in Concert
Bowers is widely regarded as the leading virtuoso on the autoharp and Sam is a 12-string guitar virtuoso, singer and songwriter and winner of two NAMA Awards for her guitar work and ASCAP Special Awards for songwriting. Frets Magazine said "When it comes to fingerpicking a 12-string, the lady is a champ". Click for info.
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On May 11, in honor of their 70th season: a tribute to all things 70. Including Hydn's Symphony #70, Bach's Cantata #70, Dvorak's Opus 70 and more. Learn more.
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Kitsap County Fairgrounds & Event Center
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May 3-4 - Kitsap Sun Pavilion
Women's Today Expo
Two-day event celebrates women of all ages. demonstrations and informative seminars. Click here for details. ______________________________________ May 4 & 18 - Thunderbird Stadium Kitsap Destruction Derby
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May 11-12 - Kitsap County  Fairgrounds President's Hall
Kitsap Antique Show Two day event includes fine antiques, collectibles, lectures, appraisals. Click for info. |
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April 6 - Bremerton
Heart for Homeless Run/Walk
Grab your running shoes for 5K Bridge to Bridge Fun Run/Walk. Race begins and ends at Evergreen Park and crosses both the Warren and Manette bridges. Learn more.
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April 13-14 - Port Gamble
 Lumberjack Endurance Runs
options on a mixture of single track and dirt roads. The run will consist of a 12.5 mile loop with 3 fully stocked aid stations per loop, a 30 hour time limit, and the option to run whatever distance you like. Click for info. _____________________________ May 11 - Port Gamble  Stottlemeyer 30/60 Mile Mountain Bike Race One of Kitsap Peninsula's best and the biggest mountain bike races in WA. Custom race wag, fully stocked air stations, post race grub, awards, great, well marked race course and raffle! Space limited- sign up today! _____________________________
May 18 - Poulsbo  Viking Fest Road Race
Sign up early for this popular annual road race healded as part of the weekend long Viking Fest celebrations. Click here for details.
All great reasons to spend the night and weekend at one of our very friendly and affordable Poulsbo area hotels and B&Bs like Clearwater Casino Resort, Poulsbo Inn, Poulsbo Guest House International, Port Gamble Guest House, and Foxbridge B&B. _____________________________  June 1 & 2 - Silverdale - Bremerton Kitsap Peninsula Water Trails Festival  Come celebrate the newly established region-wide Kitsap Peninsula Water Trail! Enjoy a pleasant paddle or more challenging race. Family friendly. Bring the kids to try youth kayaks, play games and win prizes. Includes a 7 mile paddle/poker run from Evergreen Park in Bremerton to the Silverdale waterfront. Learn more!
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If you can't make our KP Water Trails Festival, stop by the GEAR Expo at Comcast Arena in Everett. Learn more about the Kitsap Peninsula playground at the major adventure sports and recreation expo.Click for details.
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June 28, 29, 30- Port Gamble  24 Hours Mass Destruction Bike Ride & Race
Sign up and bring your talents and team for this thrilling three day cycling event. Great weekend get-away for the entire family.
_____________________________ Stay for the weekend! Check in the Oxford Suites or Oxford Inn, or the Best Western Plus - Silverdale Beach Hotel in Silverdale. In Bremerton, Baymont Inn & Suites, the Super 8 in Bremerton, Comfort Inn in Port Orchard. _____________________________ The Kitsap Peninsula offers miles of trails and paths for nature lovers of all ages!
 Bird lovers, beach walkers and lovers of wildlife and nature will find plenty to explore and enjoy on the Kitsap Peninsula. Below are just a few ideas! For more places, visit our "Things to Do" Nature section. The lush, wooded trails of the Hansville Greenway and North Kitsap Heritage Park between Kingston and Indianola are wonderful urban retreats and enjoyed by hikers and canine pets alike. A few "in town" favorites include Poulsbo's Fish Park and Clearcreek Trail in Silverdale--both provide pathways, and boardwalks to stroll easily with family and friends. The Illahee Preserve in Central Kitsap features nearly 700 acres of open space and habitat. In Port Orchard, Banner Forest Heritage Park encompass acres of walking and equestrian trails. Several miles west of Bremerton Green Mountain State Forest is surrounded by over 6000 acres of state forest with several well-maintained trails. In Belfair, enjoy Theler Wetlands, with over 135 acres - a favorite of hikers, birdwatchers and photographers alike. |
 
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 planners for conventions, meetings, tournaments, wedding and other events. Learn more about the Kitsap Peninsula cities and communities at www.VisitKitsap.com.
NEW EASY ACCESS TO VISITOR INFO!
 Get easy access for download information about the Kitsap Peninsula including our new Water Trails Map, Visitor Brochures, Bike Maps, Brews & Bites Tours and other info. Just click here or on the icon. 800-337-0580 - info@visitkitsap.com.
Click for Google map to the KPVCB office.
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