We're thrilled to have you here! Our blog is your gateway to discovering the beauty, culture, and adventure that awaits on the Kitsap Peninsula. From stunning scenic byways and outdoor activities to unique local events and insider tips, we aim to inspire your next visit and help you make the most of your time here. Whether you're a first-time visitor or a long-time friend of Kitsap, our stories and guides are designed to showcase why "Tourism Matters" in this special corner of Washington State. Enjoy exploring!

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Whaling Days 2026 Guide

Celebrate Whaling Days 2026 in Silverdale with a full weekend of fireworks, live music, parade fun, vendors, family activities, a community run, demolition derby, and waterfront festival energy July 24–26.

Bremerton Bridge Blast 2026

Celebrate summer on the Kitsap Peninsula at Bremerton Bridge Blast 2026, a free two-day waterfront festival with live music, food vendors, family-friendly fun, and fireworks launched from the Manette Bridge.

Summer of Soccer in Kitsap: Fan Zones, Games & Events

Make Kitsap your basecamp for a summer of soccer. From Bremerton Fan Zone watch parties and local youth tournaments to waterfront festivals, ferry rides, outdoor adventures, and easygoing dining, this guide helps you turn match day into a full Kitsap getaway.

Outdoor market in Kingston, Washington featuring rows of white vendor tents, string lights overhead, and a gazebo stage near the waterfront, with visitors browsing local goods on a grassy lawn by Puget Sound.

Kingston Sunset Market 2026

The Kingston Sunset Market returns June through October with local makers, live music, and golden-hour views over Puget Sound, just a ferry ride from Seattle.

Participants in traditional Norwegian attire march in a parade in Poulsbo, Washington, waving Norwegian flags during Viking Fest, with spectators lining the street on an overcast day.

Viking Fest 2026

Viking Fest Poulsbo returns May 15 through 17, 2026, transforming downtown into a Nordic waterfront celebration with a parade, carnival, timber sports, and Scandinavian food.

Farmers Markets, Makers Markets & Night Markets in Kitsap County

From waterfront night markets to ferry-friendly farmers markets and curated makers events, Kitsap County’s market scene is one of the best ways to shop local, meet makers, and explore the peninsula.

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