Ballard Elks Lodge #827

Ballard Elks Lodge #827 is a social and charitable lodge on the shores of Shilshole Bay in Seattle. The lodge brings together Elks members, guests and community participants through food, recreation, fundraising and volunteer activities. Its setting combines a working social lodge with views across the bay and a calendar shaped by both regular gatherings and special events.

The social quarters provide several ways to spend time at the lodge. The downstairs Club Room includes a covered patio and a waterfront terrace, with both 21+ and family-friendly areas. An upstairs Sky Lounge and outdoor deck provide additional social space when the downstairs room is reserved. The lodge hall serves as an area for members and guests under 21 during those occasions, creating flexibility for different types of gatherings.

Food service forms part of the lodge experience, with a regular menu and a Sunday brunch. The atmosphere is informal and community-oriented, with dining connected to conversation, games and lodge activities rather than a standalone restaurant format. The space suits members meeting for a meal, families attending an age-appropriate gathering, and groups looking for a waterfront setting for a shared activity.

Activities include bingo, trivia, cribbage, car shows, dancing, music sessions, karaoke, open mic events and a paddling club. Some programs are designed for adults, while others welcome families or support broader community participation. Fundraising and service are central to the lodge’s character, with benefits directed toward veterans’ groups, youth programs, the Ballard Food Bank and other charitable causes.

The lodge also offers hall and event-space rentals for private functions. Its mix of indoor rooms, outdoor areas, food service and organized programming makes it a practical gathering place for lodge members, community groups and event organizers seeking a relaxed Ballard venue with a strong social and charitable focus.