You don’t need to own a boat or have years of sailing experience to get out on the gorgeous water that surrounds Whidbey Island! This post is all about helping beginners “get their feet wet” and learn how to take advantage of one of the very best things about living on Whidbey—having the shimmering Puget Sound right at your fingertips.
Read MoreWhether you’re looking for ways to get outside and enjoy the sunshine or you want to get out and meet your neighbors (or both!), the rest of summer beings us some fabulous events and happenings on Whidbey Island! And, of course, at the end of the month we have the Oak Harbor Music Festival to look forward to, which I’m proud to be the title sponsor of for the third year in a row. Happy Summer!
Read MoreIf you have kids, then you’re bound to hear “I’m bored” once the newness of summer vacation wears off! We’re lucky that our island is packed with fun things to do, and we even have some fun options that are conveniently free. Keep reading for things you can do with your kiddos this summer on Whidbey Island, all without breaking the bank!
Read MoreSummer is in full swing, and on Whidbey Island that means we’ve got a packed calendar of events and happenings! July is filled with Independence Day celebrations, music performances, and tons of opportunities to get out and meet your neighbors. There’s something for everyone!
Read MoreWith June comes the official start to summer, and Whidbey Island is packed with fun events to help you take advantage of the beautiful weather that’s headed our way! From camping events and 5Ks to garden tours and community celebrations, you’ll find several opportunities this month for getting out and about and enjoying all that our island has to offer.
Read MoreMay is one busy month here on Whidbey Island—there’s bound to be a performance, celebration, or other community happenin’ that’ll strike your fancy! Be sure to get out your calendars and save the date for your favorites so you don’t miss out!
Read MoreSpring is officially here, and a whole new season of events are underway on Whidbey Island! From celebrating nature to joining in on festive community events, you’ll find something for all ages and interests this April.
Read MoreThis month brings us a full calendar of events and happenings on Whidbey Island! Get out and celebrate our local culture, learn something new, and join the community in popular events like the St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Oak Harbor.
Be sure to mark your calendars now so you don’t miss out on the fun!
Read MoreWhidbey Island is home to an impressive list of festivals and annual happenings, and when our calendars start to fill up, it can be all too easy to miss out on some of this island’s special events. If you’re planning for the year ahead, take a glance at each month to see what Whidbey Island festivals and special events are happening when!
Read MoreThis February brings some unique events to Whidbey Island, and the calendar of events this month offers something fun for a wide variety of interests! Want to expand your theater horizons, or spend the month getting in shape for the run at Fort Ebey? You’re in luck this month! Follow the links below the graphic for more details on each event. Hope your 2019 is off to a great start!
Read MoreHappy New Year! The beginning of 2019 brings us a full calendar of events, performances, and happenings on Whidbey Island to enjoy, so be sure to mark your calendars so you don’t miss out. Follow the links below the graphic for more details on each event!
Read MoreNew Year Eve 2018 on Whidbey Island promises to be filled with memorable parties, fancy prix fixe dinners, laidback get-togethers with live music and beer, family-friendly fun, and more!
Read MoreWhether you have guests coming into town for the winter holidays or you have visitors over summer break while the kids are out of school, this guide is here to help you keep everyone busy and entertained!
Read MoreGet ready to mark your calendars! November brings some fun, festive, and educational events to Whidbey Island, and you won’t want to miss out. Follow the links below the graphic for more details on each event. Happy November!
Read MoreLooking to make some awesome memories and satisfy that serious sweet tooth this Halloween? Whidbey Island is home to some fantastic trick-or-treating experiences, and while my son and I have our own favorite spots, I asked to around to see where other people like to go trick-or-treating on Whidbey Island.
Read MoreOne of the very best things about autumn on Whidbey Island is being able to support all of our local farmers! Whether you’re looking for a new Whidbey Island pumpkin patch recommendation or you’re new in town and want to start a new tradition, you’ll find 3 excellent choices right here:
Read MoreThe kids aren’t the only ones having fun this Halloween. Whidbey Island is home to some unique, memorable events for adults to partake in as well, like murder mystery dinners where you get to dress up in costume and professional ballet performances of Frankenstein!
Read MoreOctober 2018 brings some spectacularly spooky events and festivities to Whidbey Island! Enjoy the fruits of a bountiful harvest, take little ones trick-or-treating, and take part in some of Whidbey’s unique offerings, like the Haunted Fort at Fort Casey State Park.
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