In light of Governor Inslee's proclamation against the Coronavirus, "St. Patrick's Day in Ballard" has been canceled.
image courtesy St. Patrick’s Day in Ballard
With the new day comes news of another business or event organizer forced to make a decision based on the proclamation by Washington state governor Jay Inslee, prohibiting “ gatherings of more than 250 people in King County” and King County Commissioner Dow Constantine’s prohibition “of gatherings of fewer than 250 people unless measures are taken by event organizers to minimize risk”.
Joining the unfortunate fraternity of those choosing safety over capital are the breweries taking part in this year’s “St. Patrick's Day in Ballard”
Sharing their thoughts on their Facebook page, the organizers said this:
In light of Gov. Jay Inslee's recent announcement on restrictions on events and gatherings, the Ballard Brewery District has made the difficult decision to modify St. Pat's Parade O' Pints including canceling the band and rides on the double decker bus. We support all measures to slow COVID-19 and are committed to community health and well-being.
To quote Executive Dow Constantine "Business must continue!" All of the breweries will be open and will enact the measures outlined by the local government to protect our patrons and allow them to enjoy the specialty beers brewed for this holiday.
Seattle is resilient. We’ll get through this together.
The Ballard Brewery District
Considering this decision, we encourage those who wish to support the Seattle Firefighters Pipes & Drums can do so by visiting their website and clicking the Donate button on the right-hand side of their website. Those who wish to support the participating breweries including Bad Jimmy’s Brewing Co., Hale’s Ales, Lagunitas Brewing Co., Lucky Envelope Brewing, Maritime Pacific Brewing Co., Obec Brewing, Peddler Brewing, Populuxe Brewing, Reuben’s Brews, Stoup Brewing, Fair Isle Brewing, and Urban Family Brewing Co.; can pick up a growler, crowler, or other packaged beer from these breweries.
Ballard Brewery District
Located in Seattle’s historic Ballard neighborhood, the Ballard Brewery District boasts 12 craft breweries within a one-mile radius. The Ballard Brewery District is just minutes away from award-winning restaurants, unique boutiques, the Nordic Museum, and the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks.
