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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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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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June 1 * Silverdale Waterfront Park
Celebrate the newly established Kitsap Peninsula Water Trail! You can take a pleasant paddle, try kayaks, standup paddleboards and Werner paddles.
Kids can try youth kayaks and play games and more. Learn more.
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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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Farmers Market Season is here on the Kitsap Peninsula
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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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!
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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 Backyard, farming, Eco-info booths, native plant sale, entertainment, food
and kids activities. Click to learn more.
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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
KICK OFF HOME GAME - June 1!
Gordon Field - Click for Info.
Great fun for family and visitors!
Get Your BlueJacket Tickets today!
JOIN US FOR THE WESTSOUND FC
SUMMER CLASSIC SOCCER
TOURNAMENT - June 28 - 30
U7-U14 & Adult 18+
Kitsap County Fairgrounds
Gordon Field. Click for details.
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Outdoor Recreation Resources
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Celebrate Festivals, Fairs, Parades and the 4th Star-Spangled Fireworks on the beautiful Kitsap Peninsula 
The summer months have finally arrived! Time to celebrate, visit with friends and family, kick back and enjoy the dog days of summer at a favorite beach or lake.  Don't miss Port Orchard's Fathoms O' Fun Grand Parade and Festival on June 28-30. Includes the granddaddy of all Kitsap parades, street fair, festival, craft and vendor show. Plus music, children's fun activities and grab your sneakers for the HotFoot 5k race.
One of the biggest fireworks shows in Kitsap is the Fathoms O' Fun/Wave Broadband Annual Grand Fireworks show takes place on Sinclair Inlet, visible from Port Orchard and Bremerton. Free afternoon & evening concerts are held at Port Orchard's waterfront Gazebo. Great fun for visitors, family and friends, a perfect mid or weekend getaway. Check out the family friendly hotel Comfort Inn Hotel in Port Orchard just a short walk to downtown events.
Get a head start with Poulsbo's 3rd of July Fireworks Celebration, held along the historic downtown and waterfront. A fun filled event for the whole family with many activities. Live music, concessions, food, rides. During the day visit shops, cafes, and restaurants downtown. In the evening,  the contemporary Navy Band, Passage will be playing at the Kvelstad Pavilion in Liberty Bay Park. Fireworks show begins at approximately 10:15 pm. Extend your stay at one of Poulsbo's comfortable and convenient hotels such as the Poulsbo Inn or Guesthouse International.
 There is a lot to celebrate in Kingston on the 4th! Flags, family and fun is this year's theme! Don't miss the colorful parade, music festival, Tiny Town & other activities at Kola Kole Park for the kids, live entertainment, fireworks extravaganza. More info. Visit the Farmers Market in Mike Wallace Park next to the Ferry terminal. And grab your running shoes for the July 4th Annual Fun Run. _____________________________________
Relax and Stay the Night, Weekend or Week!
With all of the summer holiday festivities in full swing, the Kitsap Peninsula has many affordable lodging options from cozy B&Bs and guest houses, to charming local hotels within walking distance of parks, trails, shops and dining. Check out our Lodging, Dining, Calendar of Events, and Activity pages to plan your vacation escape or extend your stay with family and friends during the summertime holiday season.
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July 26-28 - Silverdale 
Silverdale's 41st Annual Whaling Days Festival
Whaling Days start out with a bang with the celebratory fireworks over Dyes Inlet on Friday night. The weekend is packed with activities including: Whale of a Run, Hui Heihei Wa'a Canoe Races, the annual grand parade, festival and street fair, music, food, the infamous Great Kitsap Duck Race, Whale of a Run and the 30th Annual Tour de Kitsap Single Track Saturday bike rides. Click here for details.
_____________________________________  July 26-28 - Kingston 54th Annual Kitsap Arts & Crafts Festival Celebrate the artists of the Kitsap Peninsula by attending this year's event at Mike Wallace Park, next to the Kingston Ferry terminal. Includes juried art show, crafts, vendors, food, children's activities and more. More info.
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It's a perfect time of year to sail on over to the  Kitsap Peninsula...
 Chris Craft Rendevous Port Orchard - July 11-14
With 28 accessible marinas and boat/kayak launches, the Kitsap Peninsula is a perfect place to sail or cruise on over! Many offer overnight and weekend moorage including the Ports of Silverdale, Kingston, Port Orchard, Poulsbo, Bremerton, Brownsville to name a few. Click here for a list of all our lovely marinas.
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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 bus tour of local brews offered by Peninsula Brewery Tours. They take care of the driving so you can enjoy tasting our great local brews from award winning Sound Brewery, Valholl Brewery and Hood Canal Brewery in the Poulsbo area; Slaughter County Brewing and MoonDogs, Too in Port Orchard. For more info, and to download a map of locations, visit our Brews & Bites website page.
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It's that time of year again for Hopstock June 16 - 22, a week of celebrating micro-brews around West Sound, Kitsap & Olympic Peninsulas. This year promises to bigger than ever with bars, restaurants, tasting rooms and taverns serving up local brews, dinners, and special tastings. Make it a mid or weekend getaway! Local hotels are offering lodging specials. Click here for details.
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July 13 - Bremerton 
Bremerton Summer BrewFest
26 Washington Breweries pouring more than 60 Washington Summer Style Beers at this year's thirst quenching brew event. Complete with music and food. Don't miss a great time! Click here for details.
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 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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Outdoor Summer Music Concerts & Festivals
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Enjoy the warm summer evenings with family and friends at a variety of outdoor concerts throughout the summer. The following is a list with links for dates, times and performers. All are free, so grab a blanket and lawn chairs and enjoy the sounds of summer!
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Crowd Pleasing Community Events
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 July 12 & 13 - Bainbridge Island 2013 Bainbridge in Bloom
Reserve your tickets now for the premier garden tour! Bloom 2013 includes a tour of five gorgeous gardens in five neighborhoods. Food, music, and local arts & crafts at the Filipino-American Hall. More info.
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July 21 - Hansville  Picnic in the Park and Car Show n' Shine
Bring a picnic basket, spread out a blanket at Buck Lake Park and enjoy a day of fun. Check out classic, custom or vintage cars and motorcycles at the Car Show n' Shine. Music by U.S. Navy Ceremonial Band and Hometown Band.
Learn more.
Take a break from the crowds and treat yourself to a tranquil walk at beautiful Hansville Greenway Wildlife Corridor right next to Buck Lake.
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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 June-July shows... Click links below for details about these shows and others. West Sound Repertory Theatre
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Three Dog Night Concert at the Admiral Theatre
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Kitsap County Fairgrounds & Event Center
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 June 22, July 13 & 27 Thunderbird Stadium
Kitsap Destruction Derby Join the fans in the stands for out-of-your seat excitement at the Kitsap Destruction Derby.
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June 29-30 - President's Hall
Falcon Productions Gun & Knife Show
Two day event. Click for info
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 August 21-25 - Kitsap County Fairgrounds
Kitsap County Fair & Stampede
Mark your calendars for this infamous 5-day  event which is the largest county fair in west Puget Sound and one of the most popular traditional fairs in the state.
Includes outdoor music concert, 4H exhibits, lots of food, carnival rides. Great for the whole family. More info.
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 June 16 - Port Gamble6th Annual Forest 5K Trail Race
This is a fun running adventure through beautiful single track trails and dirt roads through Kitsap Forest located in historic Port Gamble. A rugged alternative to street races. Learn more.
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 June 28, 29 & 30 - Port Gamble
24 Hour Mass Destruction Bike Ride and RaceSign up and bring your talents and team for this thrilling three day cycling event. Great weekend get-away for the entire family. Click here for details.
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June 29 - Bremerton
Run It Forward, Bridge 2 Bridge 5K Run/Walk
This is a fun community event for adults and children alike! Starts at Evergreen Park and crosses the Warren Avenue and Manette Bridges. Click for more info.
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Relay For Life of Bremerton & Central Kitsap Mark your calendars for The Relay For Life fund-raising event for the American Cancer Society. Join others for this worthy cause. Learn more. _____________________________ June 30 - Port Orchard  12th Annual Hot Foot 5K Grab your running shoes and meet at the South Kitsap Regional Park. Considered a pleasure to walk, a challenge to run. sign up today! _____________________________
 July 10-13 - Bremerton Pack your athletic bag for the annual West Sound Senior Games. All athletes 50 and better are invited to participate in a variety of sports. Click here for details. _____________________________
July 13 & 14 - Bainbridge Island  Paddle Bainbridge This spectacular, two-day fully supported paddle around Bainbridge Island will be the highlight of your paddling year. Whether you're in a kayak, canoe, row boat, or other human powered craft you will enjoy the natural beauty, challenge of the course and the making of new paddling friends. More info.
Attention Paddlers! Mark your calendars for Paddle Kitsap on August 10 & 11. 2 days, 20 miles and a lifetime of great memories. Click here for more info. ____________________________  July 28 - Silverdale 20th Anniversay Tour de Kitsap Bike Race! Here's your opportunity to enjoy scenic routes around the Kitsap Peninsula! Choose from multiple routes, take in the spectacular views of the West Sound, and re-energize yourself at the themed rest stops. Learn more. ____________________________ Stay for the weekend! There are many lodging choices throughout the Kitsap Peninsula such as Oxford Inn, or the Best Western Plus - Silverdale Beach Hotel in Silverdale. In Bremerton, Baymont Inn & Suites, and the Super 8, and the Comfort Inn in Port Orchard. Poulsbo has the GuestHouse International and the Poulsbo Inn. Our website provides more lodging choices including many lovely B&B's. _____________________________ 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. |
 We have a new name! We are now officially Visit Kitsap Peninsula!  planners for conventions, meetings, tournaments, wedding and other events. Learn more about the Kitsap Peninsula cities and communities at 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 VKP office.
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