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Every year Bainbridge Island hosts the widely acclaimed Bainbridge In Bloom a sensational tour of personal gardens throughout the island. We invite you to come for the day and stay the night. Spaces are filling up fast so book early and enjoy the gardens

Bainbridge Island and its neighboring communities have many exciting events and festivals scheduled throughout the year. You may wish to check with the Bainbridge Island Chamber of Commerce (206-842-3700) for more information. Make your reservations early! Enjoy Bainbridge Island and its many wonderful events!

January

Mochi Tsuki - Japanese New Year sponsored by the Japanese-American community
Martin Luther King Sing Out! Total Experience Gospel Choir presents an afternoon Gospel Workshop and evening concert.

February

Arts Walk - Quarterly celebration of the island's creative community. www.artshum.com
Chilly Hilly Bicycle Race - Bicycle tour with participants from all over Puget Sound
Celluloid Bainbridge Film Festival - Annual festival of movies that were either filmed on Bainbridge Island or feature a Bainbridge Islander. www.artshum.com

March

Enjoy early Spring on Bainbridge Island

April

Toe Jam Hill 10 K & Marathon - Up hill and dale on south end of the island
Farmers Market - Fresh local produce & crafts every Saturday from April through October

May

Arts Walk - Quarterly celebration of the island's creative community
Scotchbroom Parade - The golden weed is honored in an impromptu parade
Farmers Market - Fresh local produce & crafts every Saturday
Girls' Night Out. A day and night of fabulous shopping, luxurious pampering, delectable dining, and endless girl talk.

June

Bainbridge Classic - Show jumping horse show at Battle Point Park
Rotary Auction & Rummage Sale - Biggest and best of the season
Midsommarfest - Traditional Scandinavian festival in Poulsbo with music & dancing
Farmer's Market - Fresh local produce & crafts every Saturday

July

Strawberry Festival - Filipino-American community
Island Days Street Dance & BBQ - Hometown activities for the whole family
Grand Old Fourth - Parade & street fair in Winslow
Concerts in the Park - Wednesday evenings
Bainbridge in Bloom - Public tour of local gardens
Old Timers Picnic- Picnic & Historical Museum Open House
Farmers Market - Fresh local produce & crafts every Saturday

August

Outdoor Music Festival - At Waterfront Park in Winslow
Summer Studio Tour - Tour local artists' studios
Chief Seattle Days - Dancing, drumming, crafts & food fair in Suquamish
Arts Walk - Quarterly celebration of the island's creative community
Concerts in the Park - Wednesday evenings
Farmers Market - Fresh local produce & crafts every Saturday

September

Island Grown Dinner - Hosted by Bainbridge Island Grange
Farmers Market - Fresh local produce & crafts every Saturday
Blackberry Run and Blackberry Jam and Matsura Festival. Sponsored by the BI Land Trust and Friends of Pritchard Park

October

Harvest Fair - Public cider press, chili feed, farm animals
Pumpkin Walk - www.bainbridgegardens.com
Halloween Walk. Trick or treating in downtown Winslow.
Farmers Market - Fresh local produce & crafts every Saturday
First Friday Concerts. www.biparks.com
First Saturday Nordic Folk Dances. Nordic and Scandinavian folk dancing. October- June

November

Arts Walk - Quarterly celebration of the island's creative community
Holiday Open House & Tree Lighting. Sponsored by the BI Downtown Association.
Hollydays - Evening holiday shopping and celebrations in Winslow
Suquamish Cultural Celebration - Sponsored by the Suquamish Tribe
First Friday Concerts. www.biparks.com
First Saturday Nordic Folk Dances. Nordic and Scandinavian folk dancing. October- June

December

Hollydays - Evening holiday shopping and celebrations in Winslow
Bainbridge Studio Tours - Local artists offer holiday shopping event
Christmas in the Country - Tour of open houses featuring crafts and other gifts
First Friday Concerts. www.biparks.com
First Saturday Nordic Folk Dances. Nordic and Scandinavian folk dancing. October- June