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  • Everything Under Construction at Everett’s Waterfront Right Now — April 2026 Update

    Waterfront Place is entering its most significant construction phase yet — and if you haven’t been down to the waterfront recently, the pace of change will surprise you.

    Here’s a complete rundown of every major active project, opening, and construction milestone happening at Port of Everett’s Waterfront Place right now, as of April 2026.

    Restaurant Row: What’s Open, What’s Coming

    The Port has completed two new restaurant buildings in Fisherman’s Harbor within the last six months. Current open businesses: Fisherman Jack’s (established), South Fork Baking Company (established), Rustic Cork Wine Bar (opened December 2025), The Net Shed Fish Market and Kitchen (opened December 2025), Tapped Public House (opened March 2, 2026 — rooftop deck is legitimately great). Coming spring 2026: Marina Azul Cocina and Cantina (family-owned Mexican from the Casa Azul team in Woodinville) and Menchie’s at the Marina frozen yogurt. One last parcel remains — the Port is seeking a high-end steakhouse or experiential dining concept to build out the final corner spot with boat-in access and a required rooftop deck.

    Millwright District: 300+ Apartments Breaking Ground

    The Millwright District is the most transformative phase of Waterfront Place. Developer LPC West (Lincoln Property Company’s Pacific Northwest arm) is breaking ground in 2026 on 300+ waterfront apartments alongside the Millwright Loop roadway, which completed construction in 2025. The office component is already in pre-leasing — up to 120,000 square feet of Class-A waterfront office space in up to three interconnected buildings with rooftop terraces, structured parking, and direct access to the marina promenade. This is the piece that turns Waterfront Place from a destination into a neighborhood.

    The New Sculpture: A Girl, a Photo, and 80 Years of Everett History

    One of the quieter additions to the waterfront this year is worth stopping to find. In February 2026, the Port unveiled a new bronze-cast sculpture along the Central Marina esplanade — a girl gazing out over the marina, inspired by a well-known 1940s photograph of a young Everett girl doing exactly that. The sculptor, Sultan-based artist Kevin Pettelle, also created the “Fisherman’s Tribute” sculpture near Scuttlebutt. Pettelle said this is among the last bronze pieces he will make in his career. The girl in the original photograph, it turned out, is a living Everett resident — she recognized her green plaid jacket and brown saddle shoes when Port staff shared the image with her. Find the sculpture near Pacific Rim Plaza and Boxcar Park on the Central Marina esplanade.

    Marina Infrastructure: Guest Dock 1 and the Boat Launch

    The Port’s 2026 capital plan includes $100,000 to begin reconstruction of Guest Dock 1 and upgrades to marina systems. Separately, the Port secured a $1 million grant from the Washington State Recreation and Conservation Office to fund renovation work at the Jetty Landing Boat Launch — the state’s largest public boat launch. In-water construction is anticipated to start in 2027. The new fuel dock, which opened in 2025, is operational.

    Upcoming: Cleanup Day and Summer Events Season

    The Port’s 32nd annual Marina and Jetty Island Cleanup Day is April 18 from 9 a.m. to noon — a free volunteer event with supplies provided. After that, the waterfront shifts into its summer events season: 90+ annual waterfront events including weekly summer concerts, the July Jetty Island ferry opening, and the annual holiday celebrations and festivals. The Jetty Island public ferry typically runs from late June through Labor Day.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How many restaurants are at Waterfront Place right now?

    14 cafes, breweries, and restaurants are currently operating, with Marina Azul and Menchie’s at the Marina expected to open spring 2026, and one final high-end parcel still available.

    When does the Millwright District start construction?

    2026. The residential component — 300+ apartments — is breaking ground this year. The office pre-leasing is already underway with Lincoln Property Company.

    Where is the new Port sculpture?

    On the Central Marina esplanade between Pacific Rim Plaza and Boxcar Park. It’s a bronze-cast girl gazing over the marina, inspired by a 1940s photograph. The sculptor is Kevin Pettelle of Sultan, WA.

    When does the Jetty Island ferry open?

    Typically late June through Labor Day for general public access. The April 18 cleanup day is one of the few chances to visit the island outside that window.

    When will the Jetty Landing Boat Launch renovation start?

    In-water construction is anticipated to begin in 2027. The Port secured a $1 million RCO grant to fund the renovation of the state’s largest public boat launch.

  • Jetty Island Cleanup Day Is April 18 — Here’s How to Volunteer

    The Port of Everett is hosting its 32nd annual Marina and Jetty Island Cleanup Day on Saturday, April 18 — and they need volunteers. If you’ve ever wanted to walk Jetty Island and actually feel useful while doing it, this is your weekend.

    The cleanup runs from 9 a.m. to noon, rain or shine (this is Everett — assume rain). Volunteers meet at the Fishermen’s Tribute Plaza, across from Bluewater Distilling, at the Port of Everett waterfront. Registration is encouraged but not required. Sign up at portofeverett.com/marinacleanup to help the Port plan.

    What You’re Actually Signing Up For

    Last year, more than 170 volunteers picked up 1,175 pounds of litter across nearly 100 acres of waterfront and the Port’s 2-mile-long Jetty Island. That’s a meaningful number — Jetty Island is Everett’s best free outdoor amenity and the most Puget Sound-connected public space in Snohomish County. Keeping it clean is a genuine civic act, not just a photo opportunity.

    The Port provides gloves, trash bags, litter pickers, and snacks. You show up in clothes you don’t mind getting dirty and boots that can handle beach and marina terrain. Children are welcome as long as a parent or guardian accompanies them.

    Getting to Jetty Island

    Limited transportation to and from Jetty Island will be provided by Everett Community College’s Ocean Research College Academy on a first-come, first-served basis. If you want to volunteer on the island rather than the marina side, get there early. The ferry fills up and there’s no guarantee of a spot if you arrive late.

    For volunteers staying on the marina side, the Fishermen’s Tribute Plaza and surrounding promenade area is accessible by foot, bike, or car directly from the parking areas at Waterfront Place.

    The Sponsors

    This year’s “Waste Warrior” sponsors are Haley and Aldrich, Herrera Environmental Consultants, and Northwest Aerospace Technologies. If your organization is interested in sponsoring future events, contact the Port directly through portofeverett.com.

    Why This Event Has Lasted 32 Years

    The Port has run this cleanup every year since 1994. That’s not an accident — the waterfront is the Port’s core asset and a growing public destination, and the Port takes stewardship seriously. The same organization that’s spending $1 billion on Waterfront Place development is also the one organizing community cleanup days and replanting shoreline habitat. Both things are real and both matter.

    Jetty Island is only accessible by ferry from late June through Labor Day for the general public. The cleanup is one of the few chances to get out there in April, when the island is quiet, the water is clear, and you can actually hear the birds over the crowd. It’s worth going for that reason alone, separate from the civic good.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    When and where is the cleanup?

    Saturday, April 18, 2026 from 9 a.m. to noon. Meet at the Fishermen’s Tribute Plaza across from Bluewater Distilling at the Port of Everett waterfront.

    Do I need to register?

    Registration is encouraged but not required. Sign up at portofeverett.com/marinacleanup to help the Port plan supplies and transportation.

    Is there transportation to Jetty Island?

    Yes — Everett Community College’s Ocean Research College Academy is providing limited ferry transport on a first-come, first-served basis. Arrive early if you want to clean the island side.

    What should I bring?

    Wear clothes you can get dirty and footwear appropriate for beach and marina terrain. The Port provides gloves, trash bags, litter pickers, and snacks.

    Can kids participate?

    Yes — children are welcome as long as accompanied by a parent or guardian.

    How much litter did volunteers collect last year?

    More than 170 volunteers picked up 1,175 pounds of litter across nearly 100 acres of waterfront and the 2-mile Jetty Island in 2025.

  • Port of Everett Wants a Flagship Restaurant on the Last Waterfront Parcel — Here’s What We Know

    The Port of Everett is searching for a flagship dining partner to build a high-end restaurant on the last available parcel along Restaurant Row at Waterfront Place — and the opportunity is unlike anything else on Puget Sound.

    Parcel A7 sits on a prominent corner of the marina promenade at Fisherman’s Harbor, with panoramic views of Puget Sound, the Olympic Mountains, and 2,300 boat slips. The Port isn’t leasing an existing building — it’s seeking a tenant willing to design and build their own restaurant on a long-term ground lease, from the ground up.

    What the Port Is Looking For

    The Port has been specific: a high-end steakhouse or similarly upscale experiential dining concept. The site can accommodate a two-story building with up to 8,000 square feet of interior space, a required rooftop deck, valet parking, and an expansive outdoor patio. And here’s the detail that sets this apart — diners can arrive by boat through the adjacent guest dock. Marina-to-table dining, for real. The Grand Avenue Park footbridge also links the site directly to downtown Everett, making it walkable from the urban core.

    “This is a one-of-a-kind opportunity to become part of Everett’s transforming destination waterfront,” said Catherine Soper, the Port’s Chief of Business Development and Tourism. “With strong year-round foot traffic, a bustling public marina, and a vibrant calendar of events, this space presents an exceptional business opportunity.”

    Restaurant Row Is Almost Full

    The Port has been on a restaurant opening tear. In the past six months: Rustic Cork Wine Bar opened December 2025, The Net Shed Fish Market and Kitchen opened December 2025, Tapped Public House opened March 2, 2026 with the largest waterfront rooftop deck in Snohomish County, and Marina Azul Cocina and Cantina and Menchie’s at the Marina are arriving this spring. That’s five new tenants in one build-out cycle, bringing Waterfront Place to 14 onsite cafes, breweries, and restaurants. Parcel A7 is the last significant vacancy in Fisherman’s Harbor — and the Port wants to cap it with something exceptional.

    Why This Matters for Everett

    Restaurant Row isn’t just a real estate play — it’s the front door of a $1 billion public/private redevelopment reshaping 65 waterfront acres. The Millwright District, the next major phase, is breaking ground now with 300+ waterfront apartments and up to 120,000 square feet of Class-A office space pre-leasing through Lincoln Property Company. That growing residential and workforce base is the long-term customer for whoever lands on A7. Waterfront Place logged more than 1.6 million site visits in 2024, with numbers expected to grow every year through full buildout.

    A high-end steakhouse or experiential concept at that corner — with those views, boat-in access, and that foot traffic — would be genuinely new for Everett and possibly for Puget Sound.

    How to Connect With the Port

    There is no exclusive listing brokerage for this parcel, though prearranged broker commissions will be honored. Interested operators can contact Senior Property Manager Tara Hays at tarah@portofeverett.com.

    Frequently Asked Questions

    Where exactly is parcel A7?

    On the marina promenade at Fisherman’s Harbor, Waterfront Place, Everett — at a prominent corner with highway and waterside visibility, adjacent to Hotel Indigo, connected to downtown by the Grand Avenue Park footbridge.

    Can guests actually arrive by boat?

    Yes. The site has a boat-in option through the Port’s adjacent guest dock — making marina-to-table dining genuinely possible at the West Coast’s largest public marina.

    What type of restaurant is the Port seeking?

    A high-end steakhouse or upscale experiential dining concept willing to design, build, and operate its own structure on a long-term ground lease.

    How many restaurants are already at Waterfront Place?

    14 onsite cafes, breweries, and restaurants as of spring 2026, with five more openings in the 2025–2026 wave. Parcel A7 is the final available spot at Fisherman’s Harbor.

    How much foot traffic does the waterfront see?

    More than 1.6 million site visits in 2024, with growth expected annually through full buildout of Waterfront Place.