r/ridgefield • • Feb 24 '25

Supporting Local Businesses & Events (please add-on!)

35 Upvotes

There was a thread on this a month ago, and it was unfortunate that a lot of current Ridgefield residents were asking for businesses that already existed in Ridgefield, particularly on Main Street/Downtown!

... So I'd love to highlight and share some of the existing businesses that made me fall madly in love with Ridgefield and could use our support:

## Local/Small Businesses:

## Activities/Events:

## What's Missing?

And here's what I personally feel is missing from this great little town of ours:

Missing any? Please comment below!

[Updated April 2026]


r/ridgefield • • Sep 25 '24

Information RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater Parking and General Questions Megathread.

8 Upvotes

r/ridgefield • • 20h ago

Politics (Opinion) Eileen Quiring O'Brien would be dangerous to if elected County Auditor

39 Upvotes

For those of you new to the area or not familiar with Eileen, she is running for County Auditor to replace Greg Kimsey (R) who in my opinion did a phenomenal job and kept the position bias free. Eileen is hardcore MAGA and one of the main culprits for the SW Washington Anti-vax movement. With her at the helm I believe our local elections will be negatively impacted.

"Eileen Quiring O’Brien is running for Clark County Auditor, a position responsible for administering elections and issuing marriage licenses, despite a documented record of questioning election results and opposing same-sex marriage. O’Brein regularly posts election conspiracy theories on social media and claimed to be “neutral” when asked if she agreed that President Biden won the 2020 election in our 2026 endorsement questionnaire.

In addition to denying our elections, O’Brein has denied the existence of systemic racism. In June 2020, while chair of the Clark County Council, O’Brien said, “I do not agree that we have systemic racism in our county. Period.” She previously served in the Oregon Legislature, where she opposed same-sex marriage, and when asked during her 2026 Auditor campaign, if she would issue marriage licenses to same-sex couples in accordance with Washington law she initially responded that she would “have to think about it.” Treating Washington’s residents equally under the law and the facts of the 2020 election cannot be up for debate for Clark County’s Auditor." The 2026 Dirty Dozen - Washington Conservation Action

She fought against removing the "Thin Blue Line" Decals from Sherrif vehicles. Top Clark County Official: 'I Do Not Believe Systemic Racism Exists In Our County' - OPB

She's Anti-Vax. In Our View: Quiring O’Brien’s denial of facts is dangerous - The Columbian


r/ridgefield • • 7d ago

Ridgefield calls a ‘timeout’ on new gas stations

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21 Upvotes

r/ridgefield • • 10d ago

Grocery Outlet

33 Upvotes

I’m so glad that they decided to put a banner on the side of the building that says “Future Home of Grocery Outlet”

Really clears things up…

(I feel like it was the banner that was supposed to be on the fence prior to construction and they forgot about it and someone said “oh just throw it up there now.”)

🤣🤣🤣🤣🤦🏼‍♀️


r/ridgefield • • 10d ago

Puppy dies in fire at Ridgefield rental home

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r/ridgefield • • 22d ago

No reflective markers on Pioneer... in the rain?

11 Upvotes

This goes to show how much I get out at night (in the rain), but driving down Pioneer from I5 past Costco to Rosauers at night in the rain felt very low visibility for the actual road markings – the paint wasn't reflective and there were no reflective markers (Botts' dots).

Anyone else feel the same? Would this be a Ridgefield Public Works or a WSDOT project?


r/ridgefield • • 26d ago

New Builders & Inspectors

2 Upvotes

Hey y'all. Question about new builders here like Pacific Lifestyle Homes, New Tradition, and D.R. Horton.

Do these guys allow a third party pre-drywall inspector? Curious here for building homes


r/ridgefield • • 26d ago

Ask Ridgefield Alterations Recommendation?

3 Upvotes

I need to get a dress hemmed and a shirt repaired. I don't think there's anyone in Ridgefield who does alterations, is there? If not, any recommendations for the surrounding area? Thank you!


r/ridgefield • • 27d ago

Question about the Old Liberty Theater

10 Upvotes

I’ve only lived in the area for a few years and always think the Old Liberty Theater looks like such a cute and interesting place, but I’ve never actually been inside. I know it’s primarily used for comedy, concerts, and other events now, but I recently learned that it originally operated as a movie theater.

Has anyone here actually gone to a movie screening there? I’d love to hear what the experience was like and what kind of movies they’ve shown there over the years. Knowing it was an actual movie theater at some point kinda made me wish it still was, but I’d love to hear from people who have lived here longer and whether you love the theater more as it is now.


r/ridgefield • • 28d ago

Cowlitz Indian Tribe to open new seafood restaurant at ilani

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22 Upvotes

r/ridgefield • • 28d ago

In a fast-growing Washington city, pressure for growth clashes with love for a wildlife refuge

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23 Upvotes

r/ridgefield • • 28d ago

Help me understand the motorized boats argument related to the waterfront development.

9 Upvotes

I continue to read comments and concerns about the limited parking available for motorboats to access the Lake River, often in the same paragraphs where people express their desire to protect the wildlife refuge. I’m genuinely confused by the disconnect between those two positions.

If the primary concern is protecting the wildlife refuge, how can we overlook or minimize the negative impacts that motorized boats have on the refuge? Why is the focus on providing more parking or increasing access for motorized boats rather than limiting the motorized boat traffic on the wildlife?

If we want to prioritize the protection of the wildlife refuge, shouldn’t we also be asking whether motorized boats should have access to the refuge at all? Protecting the refuge should mean considering the full impact of increased motorized boat access while we consider proposals for the waterfront development.


r/ridgefield • • Sep 17 '26

Big Art Ridgefield - Saturday and Sunday!

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20 Upvotes

https://www.ridgefieldartassociation.com/events/big-art-show

Saturday, September 19, 2026
11:00 AM 5:00 PM
Greely Building Ridgefield
304 Pioneer Street

21 artists who love to work BIG will create 21 unique small galleries showing painting, mixed media, collage and sculpture. All this is happening in the historic Greely Building in downtown Ridgefield. Live music by Keegan Smith and Kit Garoutte throughout the weekend. A special thank you to the City and Port of Ridgefield for the use of this unique space.


r/ridgefield • • Sep 15 '26

Food and Drink PNW Best Fish Closed Retail Market After 26 Years on 9/13

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49 Upvotes

“Hello Valued Customers,

It is with a sad heart that Pacific NW Best Fish has made the difficult decision to CLOSE our Retail Fish Market. Sunday, September 13th, was our last day of operation.

We want to sincerely thank our valued customers, friends, family, and our entire community for 26 incredible years of support. We truly could not have done it without you. You are the reason we were able to serve this community for so many years.

It has been an amazing 26-year journey, and we are incredibly proud of what we have accomplished and the relationships we have built along the way.

Please know that this decision only affects the Retail Fish Market. The PNWB Cafe and 3peaks Taproom will continue to operate as normal.

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for 26 wonderful years. We have truly enjoyed serving you, getting to know you, and being a part of this community.

Thank you for everything. ❤️

With sincere gratitude,
Pacific NW Best Fish Team”

- The Pacific Northwest Best Fish Facebook


r/ridgefield • • Sep 11 '26

Zaiqa Indian Cuisine opened today

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30 Upvotes

r/ridgefield • • Sep 11 '26

City Council Letter to Port of Ridgefield Commissioners - September 10, 2026

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25 Upvotes

r/ridgefield • • Sep 10 '26

Ridgefield waterfront housing plan draws pushback at public meeting

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31 Upvotes

r/ridgefield • • Sep 03 '26

Anybody else get this alert?

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19 Upvotes

I don't see any indication of a tornado. Did the alert system get hacked?


r/ridgefield • • Sep 02 '26

Get Ready for the Multicultural Festival!

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17 Upvotes

This Saturday, 9 am to 3 pm. If you like music, celebrating culture, and being in community, you won't want to miss this free annual festival. Seasoned festival goers bring blankets or camp chairs. There is bench seating, but it's nice to create a cozy spot.


r/ridgefield • • Aug 31 '26

Information missing cat!

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My cat Jackie is missing! If you’ve seen him message me! He was last seen near the fairgrounds on 15th AVE in Ridgefield. He’s very vocal, social, friendly, and hides in bushes. Also very food motivated! There is a reward if found!


r/ridgefield • • Aug 29 '26

Ridgefield recreation-community center plan advances

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24 Upvotes

r/ridgefield • • Aug 28 '26

Ridgefield exhibit explores untold history of Japanese farming families

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31 Upvotes

The museum is OPEN Saturday and Sunday, August 29 and 30, from 10am - 2pm.


r/ridgefield • • Aug 25 '26

Does anyone want to accidentally take over a local pub or restaurant tonight?

24 Upvotes

It’s Tuesday and back to school week, I know. Wife and I moved here beginning of the year and already missing summer lol.
What if we pick a random local spot that’s probably dead on a Tuesday night and a bunch of us just… show up? Bring your own board game or something. Bonus points for somewhere kid friendly so people can bring the whole crew. Just an extremely unofficial “small town” Reddit Tuesday takeover.
Anyone down? 😂


r/ridgefield • • Aug 23 '26

Rosauers sells winning Lottery Tick

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Dont know if anyone claimed it yet, BUT if you play and havent checked...