Dog-Friendly Places in Gig Harbor
We at the Harbor adore our dogs! Welcome to Gig Harbor, a charming waterfront community nestled in the heart of the Pacific Northwest. If you’re a dog owner, you’ll be delighted to know that Gig Harbor is not just a haven for humans but also a paradise for our four-legged friends. In this blog, we’ll […]
Is Gig Harbor a Good Place to Raise Kids?
Gig Harbor is a stunning place to live – there’s no doubt about that. However, if you’re looking to relocate and have a family (or plan to in the future), you’re probably asking yourself if it’s also a good place to raise kids. As both a local realtor and someone who has raised two kids […]
Top 3 Spots to View Gig Harbor’s Stunning Sunsets
As a seasoned Gig Harbor realtor with an appreciation for the beauty of our surroundings, I am thrilled to share with you some insider tips on the best places in Gig Harbor to witness breathtaking sunsets. While our beloved town’s Western waterfront may be adorned with trees and private waterfront properties, fear not, as there […]
Is Gig Harbor a Good Place to Retire?
Gig Harbor has long been a favored retirement location in Western Washington. Loads of waterfront, one of the most picturesque small towns on the Olympic Peninsula, and lower crime rates are just a few reasons. Retirees make up about 24.6% of the population according to the website Smartasset.com which ranks Gig Harbor as the 4th best place to retire in the US. In the 1980s Gig […]
Tide Fest and Winter Fest
Where: Gig Harbor High School and Peninsula High School When: Thanksgiving weekend and the First weekend of December Cost: $5 at the door Intro A long-time tradition both of these fundraiser Arts and Crafts Festivals have grown to be some of the most popular holiday craft and artist fairs in the region. With over 100 unique vendors, these […]
Annual Gig Harbor Tree Lighting and Lighted Boat Parade
Where: Downtown Gig Harbor Skansie Brothers Park When: Usually 1st Saturday of December. Cost: Free Christmas is one of the best times of the year to make the most of Gig Harbor’s small-town community and traditions. Even people from outside of the community come to experience it and create family traditions. I love the way events like this […]
Donkey Creek Chum Fest
Where: Gig Harbor History Museum, Downtown Gig Harbor When: Saturday and Sunday 11 am- 4 pm mid to late November Cost: Free The Gig Harbor community comes together to celebrate the return of salmon to local waters with a festival. The Chum Festival serves to remind us of the importance of habitat preservation and the history and culture of the Maritime City. […]
Trick or Treat in the Harbor
Where: Downtown Gig Harbor When: October 31, 3-6pm Cost: Free The Gig Harbor Waterfront Alliance is proud to present this annual and very popular-for-all-ages event along the downtown business district. A Great family event in beautiful downtown Gig Harbor supported by all the local businesses. I love seeing the harbor full of people and kids having fun. Road closures by the […]
Autumn Sip and Stroll
Where: Throughout Downtown Gig Harbor retailers When: Early October, Saturday 12 pm to 4 pm Cost: Early Bird tickets are $40-45, day of the event $50 I love these types of Gig Harbor events that really showcase our downtown and this one is extremely popular. As summer activities wind down, people are looking for things to do and […]
Gig Harbor Film Festival
Where: Gig Harbor Galaxy Theater in Uptown When: Mid to Late September Cost: $40 General Admission ticket that gets admission to all movies, $300 VIP tickets which usually sell out. There are over 12,000 movie festivals in the world and surprisingly little Gig Harbor is host to one that consistently ranks in the top 100! It is becoming […]
