#1 | Olalla, our kind of town

Olalla is a great little community that was once the main hub of the South Kitsap area.  Arrive in Olalla on a summer’s day in mid August and you will hear the sound of bluegrass, folk music, and local jam bands beckoning area residents and curious travelers seeking the comforts of good ole’ simple living, camaraderie with new and old friends, and some down home country flavor reminiscent of yesteryear.  

The Olalla Bluegrass Festival has become a steadfast summer tradition offering fun activities for all ages and appealing to the kid in each of us. Festival activities include demonstrations by old time crafters, a festive kid’s parade, art projects, and carnival-type games to entertain the youngsters. 

It goes without saying that a festival in Olalla without a legendary Berry Pie Contest would be unconscionable given the areas namesake “Mamoch Olallie” a Salish Indian expression means “have you picked any berries?” The community is known for its fertile soils producing abundant berries and crops harvested by Indians, early settlers, and today’s farmers and gardeners who live there.