Events

We’re updating the Comprehensive Plan for 2026 and gathering community-wide input to shape the future of parks, trails, recreation programs, natural areas, and facilities across Bainbridge Island.

Take a few minutes (just 5–10) to share your thoughts in our community survey. Your input will help guide our planning and priorities moving forward. The survey runs through July 31, 2025.

OUR MISSION

The mission of the Bainbridge Island Metropolitan Park & Recreation District is to build a healthy community through effective, sustainable stewardship of the District’s parks and open space, and through the development and delivery of innovative cultural and recreation opportunities.

The 3rd of July Street Dance is one of Bainbridge Island’s largest downtown events, and will take place Wednesday July 3, 2025, on Winslow Way from 6-11pm. The Bainbridge Island Downtown Association (BIDA), with the help of The City of Bainbridge, will close the street to vehicle traffic so that pedestrians have right of way. BIDA encourages residents and visitors to “Celebrate Bainbridge”, with the Street Dance kicking off the week-long celebratory events.

See the full list of activities on Bainbridge Island surrounding the Fourth of July holiday – we know how to celebrate!

CelebrateBainbridge.com

The Street Dance is unique as it is run by a volunteer Board of Directors and supported by the business community, City of Bainbridge, and residents. We will have a wide selection of bands, a DJ, food and beverage stations, and activities for adults and children alike. One of our goals is to keep all of our events free to the public. To that end, BIDA seeks financial support from interested individuals, businesses, and foundations. Money raised covers many of the event expenses.

Bloedel Reserve joins Bainbridge Island Museum of Art (BIMA) in celebrating the 10th anniversary of our Creative Residency program. The exhibition is housed at both Bloedel Reserve (in the Residence) and at BIMA. Included is work by visual artists, photographers, designers, musicians, poets, writers, storytellers, and others.

WHERE
Residence at the Reserve and BIMA (550 Winslow Way E.)

WHEN
July 4 – Sept 28

COST
Free for Members
Included in the price of admission for Non-Members

The big day kicks off with a pancake breakfast alongside the BYS Fun Run. Live music and entertainment accompanies the Street Fair, Car Show, Family Fun Zone, Beer Wine & Cider Garden, and of course the Parade.

Visit our website for more info on attending and registering to be a part of the big day, as well as how to get involved as a volunteer.

Presented by the Bainbridge Chamber, this full day homegrown festival has been an island tradition since 1967.

Bainbridge Island Art is at Bainbridge Island's Grand Old Fourth of July Street Fair

Friday, July 4, 2025

10am – 5pm

Free, family-friendly event
Bainbridge Island Art is proud to be participating in the Street Fair at Bainbridge Island's Grand Old Fourth of July.
Find us at the Street Fair on Bjune!
Stroll among artists selling fine art, jewelry, and gifts.
For more info: BainbridgeIslandArt.com/art-events

The Rotary Auction & Rummage Sale is an annual fundraising event organized and run by the Rotary Club of Bainbridge Island and over 2,000 community volunteers.

New this year: We will not be accepting sofa donations, due to low demand.

Every summer, we take over the campus of Woodward Middle School, where we set up 30+ sale departments in classrooms, under tents, in parking lots, and on the athletic field. We accept drive-through donations for several days, then we sort, clean, test, price, and display those donations. All this work culminates in one epic sale, the net proceeds of which go back into local and international communities via Rotary club projects, grants, and scholarships.

July 1st, 2025

Keep Dreaming! Jeffrey Moose Gallery’s 30th Anniversary Continues

Jeffrey Moose Gallery is proud to announce an exhibition of dot paintings by indigenous artists from Yuendumu in Australia’s Central Desert for the months of July and August. Receptions will be held on First Saturday (due to the holiday) July 5th, 6-8 PM and First Friday, August 1st, 6-8 PM. A Facebook livestream will happen from about 5:20 to 5:40. Mr. Moose will deliver a brief talk on the genre at 7pm at both events. This year we will change the show over the course of the two month period, so visitors will experience different work in July and August.

Every August, The Darwin Aboriginal Art Fair draws thousands from around the world. The 2024 fair featured more than 1500 artists represented by 76 art centers throughout the country. But with the world art market in the ditch, many art centers are struggling to come up with the funds to travel. Consequently, 2025 will have fewer participants. Under these circumstances, the gallery is even more compelled to display these magical works.

Few communities are more important to the genre: Papunya, Yuendumu and Utopia led the way. 2021 was the 50th Anniversary of the first Dot Paintings. Traditional ground paintings by the Yuendumu artists, known as Warlukurlangu (Home of the Fire Dreaming) made history in Paris in 1989, part of the international survey, "Magiciennes De La Terre." At this sensational exhibit of Indigenous art from around the world, a group of men from Yuendumu packed huge amounts of desert earth and crushed flowers from home, shaping the material into an enormous "Ground Painting" to honor the Yarla Jukurrpa, a creation story about the bush potato.

Steven Jupurrula Nelson from Yuendumu was a finalist in last year's TELSTRA Awards and Julie Nangala Robertson won top prize for painting the previous year. Several works by Yeundumu Artists are on display in The Seattle Art Museum’s third floor galleries. It was through the Kaplan/Levy Collection shown at SAM that Jeffrey Moose was connected to this remote desert art co-op. In 2004, Jeffrey and his father and son visited Yuendumu, establishing a longstanding and fruitful relationship.

Dot paintings are images rendered from an aerial perspective that use symbols to represent people, animals, plants, weather systems and other forms to tell ancient creation stories. In their original form, these stories are part of the Song Lines, complex sets of story-poems recited in rhythmic patterns that link sacred places across the Australian continent.

Every Saturday, July 5th to August 30th from 6 pm to 8 pm, join us in the Pavilion Courtyard for an eclectic lineup of live performances, featuring everything from classic rock and jazz to indie acoustic sets, folk, country, classical, bossa nova, and original singer-songwriter showcases.This summer, we’re bringing neighbors together through the power of live music. Each show brings a fresh vibe—soulful, bold, and sure to get you dancing. The concerts are family-friendly and perfect for islanders and visitors alike.

Come early and grab a seat—patio tables and picnic benches are first-come, first-served—then explore the Pavilion’s diverse lineup of global eats: SuBi (Japanese), Trattoria Italian Isola (Italian), Islander (American), Bainbridge Tapas (Spanish), Casa Rojas (Mexican), Green Pot Deli (Vietnamese), and Nirvana (Indian & Nepali). Reservations for indoor dining are suggested.

Learn more & view the full lineup at www.bainbridgepavilionconcerts.com

Transform your child’s summer into an adventure they’ll never forget. At BARN, young makers (ages 10-18) discover their creative talents alongside peers who share their passions.

Children’s author and award-winning songwriter Eric Ode’s high-participation, music-filled concert celebrating children’s books.

Each month we take a different theme, pick out books to read, and talk about them the following month. We learn how to think critically about our books, try out new genres, and share our thoughts about what we read. For grades 1st - 3rd who read smaller and shorter chapter books from our juvenile fiction area. Registration Required due to space limitations.

July 9 – Backstreet Jellyroll

Backstreet Jellyroll is a celebration of the powerful music of Van Morrison, one of the most revered and significant songwriters of the rock era. Covering more than five decades of hits, this 11-piece band delivers music that ranges from a whisper to a roar. Sounds of Summer fan-favorite Backstreet Jellyroll is comprised of professional working musicians creating an experience like no other. ABOUT | Backstreet Jellyroll

Vendors: Sauced, Green Pot Deli, Da “Q” Shack , Salish Sea Greens, Island Cool, Cookie Cafe, Art Monster Face Painting

Event Sponsors: Island Cool & Timm Insurance Agency

These events are free and non-ticketed, with general admission seating only. We invite guests to enjoy a variety of talented musicians while enjoying food from local on-site vendors and connecting with their community. There will also be opportunities to get to know various organizations and businesses, such as Platinum Series Sponsor Island Cool. We hope to see you grooving to the music all eight weeks of this family-friendly concert series!

Event parking is most easily accessible from the west entrance to the park off Battle Point Drive NE in the softball and artificial turf field parking lots. Please adhere to “no parking” signs and do not block emergency vehicle access. Parking is limited! We encourage you to walk, bike, take the bus, or carpool.

The Island Film Group meets on the second Wednesday of the month to watch a movie followed by an informal discussion. Join us this month to celebrate the 45th anniversary of a classic musical biopic that snagged its lead the Best Actress Oscar.

Coal Miner’s Daughter (1980) PG. 124 minutes.

Directed by Michael Apted

Starring Sissy Spacek, Tommy Lee Jones, Beverly D’Angelo, Levon Helm

The fictionalized life of singer Loretta Lynn, a girl who rose from humble beginnings to become a country music star in the 1960s/70s.

The Rotary Auction & Rummage Sale is an annual fundraising event organized and run by the Rotary Club of Bainbridge Island and over 2,000 community volunteers.

Every summer, we take over the campus of Woodward Middle School, where we set up 30+ sale departments in classrooms, under tents, in parking lots, and on the athletic field. We accept drive-through donations for several days, then we sort, clean, test, price, and display those donations. All this work culminates in one epic sale, the net proceeds of which go back into local and international communities via Rotary club projects, grants, and scholarships.

July 16 – R E P O S A D O

Soothing yet profound, a fire in your Soul. The feeling of elevation, but with a deep-rooted Culture. An international invitation to dance. Seasoned with Latin and Afro flavorings, REPOSADO brings Funk, chopped Jazz, and a heavy Afro-Beat shake guaranteed to free your mind and hips! ABOUT | R E P O S A D O

Vendors: Aunty Dolly’s, Green Pot Deli, Island Lumpia, Island Cool, Bluetree Cotton Candy, Balloon Brothers

Event Sponsors: Island Cool & Bainbridge Island Parks & Trails Foundation

These events are free and non-ticketed, with general admission seating only. We invite guests to enjoy a variety of talented musicians while enjoying food from local on-site vendors and connecting with their community. There will also be opportunities to get to know various organizations and businesses, such as Platinum Series Sponsor Island Cool. We hope to see you grooving to the music all eight weeks of this family-friendly concert series!

Event parking is most easily accessible from the west entrance to the park off Battle Point Drive NE in the softball and artificial turf field parking lots. Please adhere to “no parking” signs and do not block emergency vehicle access. Parking is limited! We encourage you to walk, bike, take the bus, or carpool.

Height of Summer Horticulture Walk
Join renowned Expert Horticulturalist John Van den Meerendonk for an insider’s perspective and learn what he loves about summertime at the Reserve.

WHERE
Meet at the Arrival Garden

WHEN
July 18, 10:45-11:45 AM

COST
$15 for Members
$15 plus admission for Non-Members

Sea shell crafts for kids! Join us as we explore a couple of different crafts utilizing sea shells, inspiring young ones to be creative. Supplies will be provided.

Settle into the summer rhythm at Tunes, Trees & Tacos, an inviting outdoor gathering filled with music, nature and family fun. Relax to the toe-tapping tunes of local favorites Ferguson & Co with Marshall Trotland, whose acoustic melodies will drift through the trees as you play lawn games, sip a cool drink, savor Filipino-inspired bites from Sauced and enjoy a churro for dessert from La Churreria J&J.

* Enjoy a beautiful night strolling through the Reserve.
* Kids will love the face painting from Art Monster Face Painting, cotton candy from Bluetree Farm & Forest, and hands-on crafts.
* Adults can try their hand at tree round printing, a unique and nature-inspired art activity with Catherine Alice Michaelis.
* A laid-back beer garden rounds out the fun.

Bring a picnic blanket, kick off your shoes, and stay a while! Tunes, Trees & Tacos is all about slowing down and soaking up the joy of summer in a beautiful setting.

Purchase your tickets today!

* Members get in FREE, but need to reserve tickets to ensure entry.
* $35 for non-member Adults
* $25 for non-member Seniors
* Free for non-members 17 & Under

Weed Warriors will be on-site from 2-4 PM before the event. If you’d like to volunteer to help, please fill out this form. No special skills or equipment required!

Michael Stasinos’ extremely detailed urban landscapes pursue the culture and “anthropology” of a place. What isn’t seen at first comes to life as one gets closer to the canvas and discovers a new world. Capturing a moment in time through observation and meditation, Michael is a visual archeologist, digging up clues in the minutia of detail and debris that he observes and documents while painting on location. With an introduction by Chief Curator Greg Robinson, Michael will speak about his current work and process in conversation with BIMA’s Education & Community Engagement lead, Jenna d’Anna, with audience Q&A. All guests are welcome to attend the Summer Exhibition Artists reception and party to follow!

ARTIST BIO

A native of Canoga Park, California, Michael Stasinos is a longtime resident of Seattle. He received an MFA from the New York Academy of Art, a program dedicated to exploring contemporary figurative ideas in art, paying respect to its history and past techniques. Michael’s mentors and instructors at the Academy included many well-known figurative/representational painters, such as Alfred Leslie, Eric Fischl, Vincent Desiderio, and Martha Erlebacher. After earning his MFA, he found it financially challenging to pay back his student loans while also hiring models necessary for his figurative work. His solution was to make the city his studio. “The sidewalks became my studio and the city my new model,” he writes. “I consider every landscape a portrait, and just like a quality portrait, I want to capture a likeness and display the personality of my subject.”

His exhibition history includes many solo and group exhibitions at two of the top galleries in the region, first at Martin-Zambito Gallery, and then beginning in 2007, at Woodside-Braseth Gallery, both in Seattle. Both galleries not only develop and mentor new artists, but are also caretakers and researchers of Northwest masters. While pursuing his passion for his painting, Michael has always been a teaching artist, having been an instructor of Art & Design at Pacific Lutheran University and Eastern Illinois University. He also taught briefly at Cornish College of Arts, and landscape and figurative painting at Gage Academy of Art in Seattle. Michael is now focusing on his painting, while also developing new coursework.

As we glide through the scenic waters of the Puget Sound, a lineup of dynamic and engaging speakers—each with a unique connection to Bainbridge Island—will share captivating stories, local legends, and fascinating insights into the island’s rich past.

Hear from Bill Covert, a former Bainbridge School teacher with a passion for local history (our 2024 History Hero); Frank Pritchard, a Bainbridge Island local and son of Joel Pritchard, co-inventor of the beloved game of Pickleball; Penny Fox Lamping, a Bainbridge High School graduate who spent her career working with local Bainbridge companies; and Becky Fox Marshall, also a Bainbridge High graduate and former journalist with Sound Publishing.

From tales of early settlers to the deep Indigenous heritage of the land, you’ll experience Bainbridge Island like never before. It’s the perfect blend of discovery, storytelling, and fun—all set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Pacific Northwest.

Come aboard and set sail into history!

Members: $150 per person

Non-Members: $180 per person

Bar on boat (credit and debit cards only accepted)

Boarding at 11:00 am

Departure at 11:30 am

Returning around 3:30 pm

WORLD ART: July 21 - 25 (Ages 5-8, and Ages 9-13). $465
COST: $465 full day, full week, Mon-Fri, 9:00-3:00 Snacks and all materials are included.
Adventurous artists will creatively learn about the indigenous cultures of the Pacific Northwest, Ghana, West Africa, New Zealand, and Peru. Projects may include: animal masks, beading, woven floral textiles, printmaking patterns, geometric animal designs, Maori waves, and tapestries woven from natural found objects. Please pack a lunch, water bottle, and dress to mess. Lunch will be from 11:45 -12:45 with daily walking trips to our active Explorer's Garden and our neighborhood park at the Parade Grounds in Fort Ward.