One of the quintessential festivals in Washington state is the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. Every April thousands of people descend upon the rural farms north of Seattle to see millions of tulips light up the lands. The festival typically runs April 1-30, but the tulips bloom according to their own schedule and Mother Nature, of [...]
The first day of spring isn't until March 20, but who's counting? If you live in Washington state, you likely are. So as you count down the days, keep these upcoming events in mind: March March 2-5: Emerald City Comic Con 2023 (Seattle) March 2: CIAO BELLA Paint Party at Blush and Beige (Silverdale) March [...]
And just like that February is upon us! Whether your sailor is home or out at sea, we hope you can find time to enjoy Valentine's Day in your own special way. Here in Kitsap County, there's a number of events and activities to consider! From cider and wine tastings to maker's markets and scavenger [...]
It's a new year, but it's also the longest, drearier stretch of time the Pacific Northwest is known for. Cabin fever is real. But never ever fear, there are plenty of things to do if you need to get out! Here's 30 ideas to inspire you this season: OUTDOORS Go snowshoeing at Hurricane Ridge (more [...]
The holiday season is upon us! And as you finish your Thanksgiving leftovers and dig out your Christmas decorations, there's no better way to get in the spirit than visiting a holiday light show! From lobster trap trees to illuminated Navy ships, every duty station has something unique to offer. Below is a list of [...]
Thanksgiving is creeping up! If you're not up for cooking the entire meal this year, dozens of grocery stores and restaurants are offering great options on turkey day. Whether it's pre-ordering a pumpkin pie or calling in help for the whole dinner, Kitsap County has so many options. Grocery Stores Albertsons. Albertsons is offering Thanksgiving order-ahead meals, [...]
As we head into these drearier months, it's a great time of year to explore the Kitsap County area museums. From contemporary art to naval history, there's a museum for everyone. Here's 14 museums to get you started: Bainbridge Island Bainbridge Island Museum of Art On Bainbridge Island you'll find a number of museums. For [...]
When it comes to submarine duty stations, we know fall in New England (Groton, Portsmouth) can't be beat. However, the Pacific Northwest offers a variety of festive events and experiences to get excited about! From cider festivals and pumpkin patches to ghost trains and petting zoos, there's plenty to explore in and around Kitsap County. [...]
While you're living in Washington state, a quintessential bucket list activity is traveling down the Oregon Coast. Located roughly 3-4 hours from Kitsap County, the Oregon Coast offers beautiful and dramatic coastlines with sprawling, sandy (yes sandy) beaches and cute seaside towns. If you didn't make the trip this summer, the fall is still a [...]
