Close to Home, Far from Ordinary

This season, discover Kirkland, your nearby destination for an extraordinary day trip or weekend retreat. Stroll downtown, browse local shops for holiday treasures, or warm up in a cozy bistro overlooking Lake Washington. Catch live music, art shows, or festive markets. Enjoy a crisp hike or a bike ride along our connected trail system or head to Woodinville for wine tasting by a fire. With hotels, shopping, dining, arts, and seasonal events all within reach, Kirkland brings the best of the Pacific Northwest close to you.

Juanita Friday Market

Beyond the Booths!

Fridays from Jun 5 to Sep 25 except June 19 and July 3, from 3pm to 7pm Juanita

Transform your weekend prep into a community celebration. With over 50 vendors offering everything from handcrafted treasures and farm-fresh produce to artisanal bites, it’s the perfect spot to stock up while directly supporting a sustainable local economy. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive, vibrant atmosphere that champions woman-owned, BIPOC, and LGBTQIA+ creators, ensuring a space where everyone belongs. Beyond the shopping, the market is a hub for the whole family, featuring live music, free kids' crafts, and rotating activities that make every visit a fresh discovery.

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Drink The Sea

Formed not in a garage, but around the world

Sep 24 at 7pmKirkland Performance Center

Drink The Sea is the product of a remarkable international collaboration spanning continents, cultures, and musical traditions. What began in 2022 as an informal jam session between Alain and Barrett in Olympia, Washington grew into a global creative journey that carried the musicians from England and Iceland to Brazil, Chile, and California's Joshua Tree—and back again.

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Swan Lake: Symphony of Lights

Tchaikovsky reimagined in light

Oct 3 at 7pm and Oct 4 at 4pmKirkland Performance Center

“Swan Lake: Symphony of Lights” is the landmark new production of the upcoming season. Tchaikovsky's iconic score opens the door to an entirely reimagined world: vivid light design, illuminated costumes, and world-class dancers from around the globe transform the classic ballet into a mesmerizing visual experience.

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For more things to do, visit the Explore Kirkland website.