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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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How to Get to the Kitsap Peninsula

April 22, 2026
News
All Kitsap Peninsula

Ferries, fast ferries, and simple connections make getting to the Kitsap Peninsula easy. Start your trip with this quick, scenic travel guide.

Farmers Markets, Makers Markets & Night Markets in Kitsap County

April 01, 2026
Family Friendly | Food & Drink | Shopping | Agritourism
All Kitsap Peninsula

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.

wo kayakers paddle on calm Puget Sound waters, with a Washington State ferry and Mount Rainier/Tahoma visible in the distance under a bright, cloudy sky.

Visit Kitsap’s 2026 Theme: Connection

In 2026, Visit Kitsap Peninsula is focusing on Connection—celebrating people, place, and culture to welcome visitors through local stories and shared experiences.

Three people from the Traveling While Black team stand smiling at the Bremerton waterfront on a sunny day. The two on the left and right are holding up peace signs. Fall-colored vines, boats, and part of downtown Bremerton appear in the background.

Inclusive Travel Spotlight: Kitsap Peninsula Scores 8/10 with TWB

December 10, 2025
Arts + Entertainment | Family Friendly | Food & Drink | History & Culture
Bainbridge Island | Bremerton | Kingston | Olalla | Port Gamble | Poulsbo | Silverdale | Suquamish | All Kitsap Peninsula

Traveling While Black rated the Kitsap Peninsula an 8/10, spotlighting inclusive travel, diverse cultural experiences, and welcoming communities across Bremerton, Poulsbo, Suquamish, and beyond.

Image shows a man operating a professional video camera indoors near a bright window. He is focused on filming, wearing a light patterned shirt with blue floral designs. The camera is equipped with multiple attachments and a small monitor displaying the shot. Sunlight filters through the window, softly illuminating the scene, suggesting a creative work environment.

Dogs, Coffee & Community in Poulsbo’s Secret Season

November 06, 2025
Arts + Entertainment | Family Friendly | Food & Drink | History & Culture | Outdoor Recreation | Shopping | Pet - Friendly
Poulsbo | All Kitsap Peninsula

Local filmmaker Carlos Correa captures the heart of Poulsbo — coffee, community, and calm — during Kitsap’s cozy and dog-friendly Secret Season.

A smiling family walks hand in hand through rows of evergreens at a Kitsap Peninsula Christmas tree farm, bundled in cozy winter layers beneath misty forest skies.

Christmas Tree Farms in Kitsap

October 30, 2025
History & Culture | Outdoor Recreation | Agritourism
Seabeck | All Kitsap Peninsula

Celebrate the season Kitsap-style with U-Cut Christmas trees, Santa visits, hayrides, and cozy coastal charm — an evergreen escape that turns tree hunting into memory making.