The 2016 Independence Day Round Up

Today, we celebrate our nation’s birthday. Here’s a sampling of what’s happening in Ballard this Independence Day:

• The Seattle Civic Band will be performing patriotic marching favorites as part of the Summer Concerts at the Ballard Locks series. The show starts at 2 p.m. on the Ballard Locks lawn. Click here to see the full summer schedule.
• Cupcake Royale (2052 NW Market St) is offering buy three cupcakes get one free to celebrate our nation’s birthday.

What’s closed:

• All U.S. Post Offices
• Most major banks and credit unions
• All locations of The Seattle Public Library
• Ballard Neighborhood Service Center
• All Seattle Public Schools and district offices
• The Ballard Elks Lodge
• All indoor swimming pools in the City of Seattle, including the Ballard Pool

Things to remember:

• On-street parking is free in the City of Seattle.
• All King County Metro Transit bus routes are operating on a Sunday schedule.
• Garbage, food and yard waste, and recycling pick-up will be on a normal schedule.
• The use of fireworks is illegal within the Seattle city limits.

Do you know of any other events or information for Independence Day in Ballard? Email us at tips@myballard.com and we will add the information to our post.