rainy day ideas

 

Casinos 

Bowling

Pinball 

Arcade

Rainy Day Ideas

Don’t let the clouds slow you down — there’s plenty to enjoy when the rain rolls in. Warm up with local coffee and comfort food, explore museums and artisan shops, or watch the storm from a cozy waterfront café. These rainy-day favorites prove the Peninsula shines in every season.

CASINOS

Butcher andBaker

Slip into the glow of the gaming floor, where warm lights, live entertainment, and great food turn a grey Peninsula day into an easygoing escape of slots, tables, and people‑watching indoors.

  • Restaurants
  • Cafes / Bakeries
  • Breweries / Wineries
  • Casinos
  • Bowling
7 Cedars
Northeast

7 Cedars

4.2 (4658 reviews)

Besides offering some of the hottest games around, we also take great pleasure in knowing we do everything we can to… more

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All Star Lanes & Casino
Northeast

All Star Lanes & Casino

4.3 (1481 reviews)

Bowling alley featuring an arcade, poker & table games, plus an American diner & bar. more

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Another Castle Arcade
Northeast

Another Castle Arcade

4.4 (22 reviews)

Another Castle Arcade is a fun-filled gaming destination where players of all ages can enjoy a wide selection of arcade… more

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Arcade 2
Northeast

Arcade 2

3.8 (10 reviews)

Arcade 2 is a vibrant entertainment destination that offers fun and excitement for all ages. Featuring a curated… more

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Elwha River Casino
Northeast

Elwha River Casino

3.9 (931 reviews)

Elwha River Casino is the friendliest casino on the Peninsula, nestled in the heart of the pristine Elwha River Valley… more

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Legends Arcade
Northeast

Legends Arcade

4.2 (118 reviews)

Family-focused spot featuring classic and new-school video games, pinball machines, prize games and other attractions. more

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Little Creek Casino Resort
Southeast

Little Creek Casino Resort

3.9 (53 reviews)

There’s a jewel that shines bright in the South Sound. You have arrived at your personal escape, where you can have… more

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Lucky Dog Casino
Southeast

Lucky Dog Casino

3.8 (1848 reviews)

Boutique casino featuring just under 200 gaming machines. Many of the newest themes are at Lucky Dog Casino before… more

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Quinault Beach Resort and Casino
Southwest

Quinault Beach Resort and Casino

4.0 (8306 reviews)

Quinault Beach Resort & Casino has been voted best casino for over a decade. Our breathtaking rooms overlook the… more

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Suquamish Clearwater Casino Resort
Northeast

Suquamish Clearwater Casino Resort

4.2 (8258 reviews)

Overlooking Puget Sound, this relaxed casino resort is 7 miles from Bainbridge Island and 10 miles from the White Horse… more

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The Point Casino & Hotel
Northeast

The Point Casino & Hotel

4.1 (3398 reviews)

Casino and Hotel located in Kingston, Washington on the Kitsap Peninsula. Just 15 minutes from the Kingston Ferry. The… more

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BOWLING ANYONE?

bowling

Head to the lanes for a laid‑back day of bowling, arcade games, and cold drinks, where the sound of rolling balls and crashing pins makes even the rain feel miles away.

  • Pinball
  • Bowling Alley 
  • Arcade Games
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All Star Lanes & Casino
Northeast

All Star Lanes & Casino

4.3 (1481 reviews)

Bowling alley featuring an arcade, poker & table games, plus an American diner & bar. more

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Hi Joy Bowl
Southeast

Hi Joy Bowl

🧒 Kid Friendly
4.4 (1192 reviews)

Hi Joy Bowl is an iconic South Kitsap bowling center. Built on a tradition of family-oriented and community-centered… more

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Laurel Lanes
Northeast

Laurel Lanes

🧒 Kid Friendly
4.4 (369 reviews)

Come have a ball at Laurel Lanes. If you haven’t been to Laurel Lanes in awhile, we’re pretty sure you are going to be… more

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Ocean5
Southeast

Ocean5

🧒 Kid Friendly
4.1 (413 reviews)

Ocean5 is your go-to spot for epic fun! With something for everyone, you can enjoy 10 pin and Duckpin bowling on 22… more

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Another Castle Arcade
Northeast

Another Castle Arcade

4.4 (22 reviews)

Another Castle Arcade is a fun-filled gaming destination where players of all ages can enjoy a wide selection of arcade… more

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Locust Cider Gig Harbor
Southeast

Locust Cider Gig Harbor

4.7 (196 reviews)

Family-friendly taproom with 14 house hard ciders on tap, plus a full food menu, and outdoor patio. more

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Tik Toks Workshop
Northeast

Tik Toks Workshop

4.7 (245 reviews)

Tik Tok’s Workshop is a locally owned bar and arcade.  We have a large selection of pinball and arcade video games for… more

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ARCADES

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Arcade 2
Northeast

Arcade 2

3.8 (10 reviews)

Arcade 2 is a vibrant entertainment destination that offers fun and excitement for all ages. Featuring a curated… more

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Legends Arcade
Northeast

Legends Arcade

4.2 (118 reviews)

Family-focused spot featuring classic and new-school video games, pinball machines, prize games and other attractions. more

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Ocean5
Southeast

Ocean5

🧒 Kid Friendly
4.1 (413 reviews)

Ocean5 is your go-to spot for epic fun! With something for everyone, you can enjoy 10 pin and Duckpin bowling on 22… more

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Winner Every Time Clawcade
Northeast

Winner Every Time Clawcade

🧒 Kid Friendly
4.8 (150 reviews)

A HUGE TRADE UP WALL TO EXCHANGE YOUR CRANE PLUSHIES FOR JUMBO PRIZES. HELLO KITTY, PIKACHU, MARIO, STITCH, DISNEY, AND… more

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People come here for the scent, but they stay for the stillness.
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“When the rain falls, it feels like the world pauses just for us.
Locals drop in to chat more than to shop, and that’s fine by me.
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