All events are free, fun, and family-friendly. Go to www.VisitBallard.com/SummerinPark for a complete listing.

New in the park:

The “Park Your Thoughts” interactive public art installation returns to the park during July and August. A black monolith with words velcroed all over it will allow for all to express themselves with street poetry. 

Located near the fountain. Artist: Blanca Santander; www.blancasantander.com

Daily:

Park concierges are on duty daily from 11 am – 8 pm, and during special events (listed below).

Buskers (street musicians) play daily from noon – 2 pm.

Friday August 16: 

Park in the Heart Kids Art Booth 11 am - 5 pm. Drop by and make fun creative projects with local artist Blanca Santander.

Saturday August 17:

Fitness in the Park 9 am - 10 am. All ability levels welcome. Bring a yoga mat if you can, and water.

Yoga for Every Body 10 am - 11 am. Join Ballard Health Club for weekly yoga in the park. Bring a yoga mat if you can, and water.

Sunday August 18:

Kids Pop Up Carnival: 2 pm – 4 pm. Come play at the park and enjoy different fun activities each session. This week will be face painting, interactive hula hooping, a kids percussion tent and magic show. Find us near the spray feature.

Tuesday August 20:

Concerts at the Commons 6:30 pm - 8 pm. 

Tonight’s band is the Sequoia Collective, a group of friends, musicians and artists based in Seattle that come together to create a unique alternative electronic sound with thoughtful lyrics. Hear samples of their music at: https://ampl.ink/7Q8K4  Some seating provided. Bring your own lawn chair if you can.

Thursday August 22: 

Movies in the Park: Moana. Join in with the Ballard Alliance and Auntie’s Family Kitchen food truck (serving Asian fusion meals) will return for the fourth of this 5-week movie series. www.roaminghunger.com/aunties-family-kitchen.

Bring your own blanket or lawn chair to sit on. More info at www.VisitBallard.com/SummerinPark