Port Townsend Main Street

09/09/2026

Step into the world of the unknown… 👻

This October, uncover the darker side of Port Townsend’s past with Haunted Histories & Mysteries.

Historic streets. Colorful characters. Local legends. Unexplained happenings. And stories that have lingered for generations.

Join us for a guided walk through the strange, spooky, and sometimes unsettling history hiding behind one of Washington’s most storied Victorian seaports.

Some stories are history.
Some are legend.
And some… are harder to explain.
🎟️ Tickets are on sale now — tours are limited and often sell out.
https://ptmainstreet.org/haunted-histories-and-mysteries-of-port-townsend/

Special thanks to Horizon Title Group for sponsoring this spooktacular event!

09/03/2026

✨ Girls’ Night Out 2026 Sponsorships are OPEN!

We’re giving Girls’ Night Out a fresh spin this year, with a new date—Thursday, November 5th—to kick off the holiday shopping season and bring more shoppers into Port Townsend’s Uptown and Downtown businesses.

This year will feature:
🛍️ All-day shopping fun with in-store pop-ups, specials & activities
🍷 A ticketed Shop & Sip afternoon event (21+)
🎶 A Wrap Party with entertainment at the Old Whiskey Mill
💗 October pop-up events highlighting women’s healthcare, early cancer detection & treatment support
💗 100% of Goodie Bag proceeds benefiting the Jefferson Healthcare Foundation

Sponsors will be featured throughout a robust local and regional marketing campaign, including print, radio, online, newsletters and social media.

Partner with us to support local businesses, women’s health, and one of Port Townsend’s favorite community shopping events!

👉 Learn more & sign up:
https://app.seemylegacy.com/community/2711/campaign/8104

09/03/2026

⚓ Ahoy, Port Townsend! September is feeling extra nautical.

This Saturday, September 3 from 5–8 PM, the September ArtWalk invites locals and visitors to bring out their inner pirate or sailor and explore Port Townsend’s creative side during the boatiest month of the year.

Wander through galleries, shops, and creative spaces throughout town, where many venues will offer light refreshments, artist demonstrations, and opportunities to meet the makers and learn more about their creative process.

A perfect evening to stroll, discover some local art, and soak up a little maritime-meets-creative Port Townsend magic.

More info: https://ptcreativedistrict.org/artwalk/

09/03/2026

And just like that… THAT’S A WRAP. ✨

Concerts on the Dock 2026 = music, dancing, cold drinks, packed docks, questionable weather decisions 😂 and a whole lot of Port Townsend fun.

HUGE thanks to our sponsors, crew, staff, volunteers, musicians, vendors + this amazing community for showing up week after week and making it all happen.

What. A. Season.

Already dreaming about next year… but first, maybe we’ll sit down for a minute. 😂

See you in 2027! 🎶

Homer Smith Insurance Coldwell Banker Best Homes 7 Cedars Peninsula Hearing The Port Townsend & Jefferson County Leader KPTZ Radio Port Townsend The Clothes Horse Susie Haynes, The Agency - Port Townsend Quimper Mercantile Company Port Townsend Brewing Company Port Townsend Vineyards Finnriver Alpenfire Cider Eaglemount Wine and Cider Propolis Uncle Funk And The Dope 6 Marmalade Daring Greatly Backwoods Hucksters Barbarian Fine Cuisine

09/02/2026

⛵ September Business Supporter Spotlight: Northwest Maritime!

From maritime education and hands-on boatshop classes to career training, epic races, and events, Northwest Maritime connects people to the sea through learning, adventure, and community—all rooted in the belief that the sea is the most powerful teacher.

And September is their time to shine! The Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival returns September 11–13, bringing together boats, boatbuilders, craftspeople, volunteers, and maritime enthusiasts from near and far for one of Port Townsend’s most beloved traditions. Tickets are available now—visit Northwest Maritime’s website for ticket options and festival details.
https://woodenboat.org

We’re proud to have Northwest Maritime as a Port Townsend Main Street Business Supporter and grateful for all they do to keep Port Townsend’s maritime spirit thriving. ⚓

Northwest Maritime Port Townsend Wooden Boat Festival

09/01/2026

Sails, Screens, and September Scenes https://mailchi.mp/f0c12be43b2c/sails-screens-and-september-scenes

08/31/2026

POV: You walk to the end of a wharf in Port Townsend and there’s just… a whale hanging out. 🐋

Meet Gunther, the gray whale skeleton suspended at the end of Union Wharf in downtown Port Townsend.

Gunther washed ashore near Port Townsend in the late 1990s, and today his skeleton has one of the best waterfront addresses in town—complete with Salish Sea views, passing boats, ferries, and the occasional curious visitor wondering, “Wait… is that a WHALE?”

Yep. It sure is.

Take a stroll down Union Wharf and say hi to one of downtown’s more unusual residents.

📍 Union Wharf | Downtown Port Townsend

08/31/2026

Calling All Performers!

The Port Townsend Creative District is seeking musicians, actors, poets, writers, dancers, comedians, singers, magicians, and more for the upcoming Performances for the People series!

Beginning Saturday, October 3, from 3–5 PM, each event will feature three 35-minute performances in a fun, variety-show-style format. All performance genres are welcome, with stripped-down and acoustic performances encouraged to fit the intimate historic space.
Have something to share? This is a great opportunity to take the stage and be part of Port Townsend’s creative community!

🎶 More information + artist application: ptcreativedistrict.org

Calling all musicians, actors, poets, writers, dancers, comedians, singers, magicians, and more! Performances for the People will hold a series of (4) events beginning Saturday, October 3 from 3:00-5:00 pm and is open to all types of performing artists. Three 35-minute performances will be scheduled in a “variety show” style, with all performance genres welcome. Stripped-down and acoustic performances are suggested, as there is minimal space for scenery or large equipment, and the historic space needs to be treated in a leave-no-trace style.
More info and Application: https://ptcreativedistrict.org/call-for-artists-performances-for-the-people/

08/27/2026

Tonight’s the LAST Concerts on the Dock! 🎶☀️

Ignore the weather apps—it’s going to be a gorgeous evening!

Let’s close out the season with Kevin Mason & the PT All Stars and plenty of dancing on the waterfront.

Plus, join us for the dedication of our new bike shelter—a partnership between PT Main Street, the City of Port Townsend, and Studio STL.

Let’s end the season in style! 💃