The best things to do in Whidbey Island

“Looking for a local spot where tee time and island time basically high-five, Useless Bay Golf & Country Club wraps 18 holes, a welcoming clubhouse restaurant, and year-round activities into one membership so you can stay active, meet neighbors, and actually enjoy that serene Whidbey backdrop.”

From the Whidbey Island newsletter, September 9, 2026

“Oak Harbor Cinemas keeps first-run films rotating across three screens, so you can finally see the thing everyone at work is quoting. Grab your favorite seat, switch off the group chat, and pretend popcorn counts as dinner, perfect for any Whidbey weeknight.”

From the Whidbey Island newsletter, September 5, 2026

“Need a low-stress plan this week? Deception Pass Golf Center packs a par-3 nine, mini golf, a fast disc golf course, a mini range, a simulator room and the KP Sandwich Bar, so you can rotate between birdies, bogeys and bites without leaving the island.”

From the Whidbey Island newsletter, September 4, 2026

“Whidbey Golf Club is a lake-and-trees stunner with 18 engaging holes, water in play, and a proper driving range to shake off the rust. Thanks to Oak Harbor’s rain-shadow magic, it stays playable all winter, so you can sneak in a reset round this week.”

From the Whidbey Island newsletter, September 12, 2026

“Whether you’re tuning up for league night or just itching to swing without slogging through mud, Puget Sound Golf Club lets you play or practice indoors on TrackMan simulators with real feedback and course options galore. Sneak in a quick “18” in about an hour, then get back to life.”

From the Whidbey Island newsletter, September 18, 2026

“Escape the weekday grind with tree-lined fairways, rolling hills, and views of Mt Baker, the Strait of Juan de Fuca, and Vancouver Island at Gallery Golf Course. Public is welcome, plus there’s a driving range, lessons, clinics, and easy online tee times, so your swing has zero excuses this week.”

From the Whidbey Island newsletter, September 16, 2026

“When cabin fever hits, upgrade your week with axe and knife throwing on the lanes, then wander through three levels of arcade, pinball, billiards and foosball at Tossin' Axes Entertainment Center. Book a lane, rally the crew, and turn that midweek slump into bragging rights.”

From the Whidbey Island newsletter, September 20, 2026