Events in Whidbey Island

Free Summer Music Concert Series

Experience the first concert in a free summer music series at Coupeville Town Park. This four-part program offers a relaxed setting in the park where attendees can bring chairs and blankets, settle in, and enjoy the music.

Coupeville Town Park

Sip, Sit & Enjoy - Sunday Music

Each Sunday, the winery hosts live music in a relaxed setting. Find a comfortable spot, sip on something you enjoy, and take in the tunes for an easygoing weekend moment.

Comforts of Whidbey

Military Appreciation

Oak Bowl & Mario's Pizza offers a Military Appreciation Night that celebrates service members with bowling, arcade fun, and food and drink deals. Present an Active Duty, Retired, Reservist, Dependent, or VA card to receive two games of bowling plus shoe rental for $5 per person plus tax. Enjoy half-price arcade play, a $17 large one-topping pizza from Mario's kitchen, and $3 Tall Boys, with additional specials available throughout the event.

Bayview Appliance and Mattress Center

Car Wash/ Food Drive

A community-focused car wash and food drive hosted at Bayview Appliance by The Queen-Bee Pantry raises support for families in need. Car washes benefit pantry services that provide food and support. Unopened, unexpired non-perishable food items are being collected, and monetary donations are welcomed and directed to helping local families. Participate with a wash, a food drop-off, or by spreading the word... every contribution reflects the power of community care. Small acts, multiplied by many, can change the world.

South Whidbey Tilth Market

South Whidbey Tilth Farmers Market

Enjoy local produce, food, artisan crafts, and live music. The market is a great place to connect with local growers. They encourage regenerative, organic, and GMO-free growing methods. SNAP cards are accepted, and the market offers SNAP Market Match currency. Several farmers accept Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program cards.

Coupeville Town Park Pavilion

Summer Concert Series

A summer concert series takes place at the Coupeville Town Park Pavilion, featuring concerts at the pavilion over the summer.

Eddie Zarate

Eddie Zarate brings his long awaited first appearance to Monday Bites at Dancing Fish Vineyards. The announcement uses a well loved older photo and playfully notes that friends might be there, at least according to the poster.

Dancing Fish Vineyards

Wicked Teuton Brewing Company

Monday Stitch and Sip

A crafting get-together at Wicked Teuton Brewing Company welcomes all ages and genders and any portable craft. It is suitable for those who are new to yarn crafts and have questions, those seeking a creative group, or anyone who wants some time out of the house. Attendees may bring dinner and purchase beverages at the bar. The group meets at a reserved table. Outside drinks are not allowed. The meetup happens whenever the brewery is open.

Absolute Beginner Class

A welcoming line dancing session for absolute beginners takes place at Spark Movement Academy in Oak Harbor, WA. This very slow paced class introduces the most common steps used in line dancing, builds foundational technique, and applies those steps to dances taught during the session. It is open to ages 10 to 100. The cost is $10 per person, payable at the door by cash, Cash App, or Venmo, and no registration is required. Participants learn at a comfortable pace while exploring how line dancing can support mobility, balance, and memory, all within a friendly, supportive, and safe environment that encourages new connections and fun.

Spark Movement Academy

SAIL Fitness Class @ Soundview, Langley

Stay Active and Independent for Life, also known as SAIL, is an evidence-based fitness class for adults 65 and older. It incorporates cardiovascular training, strength work, balance practice, and flexibility exercises to help participants stay active and independent.

Bingo Night

A lively bingo night at The Thirsty Crab brings prizes, friendly competition, and plenty of chances to land a big win. Expect an upbeat atmosphere, good company, and rising excitement as the numbers are called. Enjoy a pint of their beer while you play and cheer along with the crowd.

Trivia Night

At Thirsty Crab, trivia night brings teams together to test their knowledge with a wide variety of questions from Ryan. The atmosphere features clinking glasses and cheers as groups take on each challenge.

Koneksi Co-Creative Gallery

Living Room Sessions

Settle into a cozy gallery atmosphere for live acoustic music from Tigris & pals. Expect an intimate, living room style set with a laid back vibe and cold cola on hand. This session is part of a series highlighting LGBTQIA2S creatives in celebration of Pride. A sliding scale contribution of $5 to $20 is welcomed, and no one is turned away due to cost.

Billiards Tournament

Hosted in the Delta Room at Tossin’ Axes in Oak Harbor, this event features on-site registration followed by a prompt start. Participants check in shortly beforehand, then get underway right on schedule in a dedicated space.

Tossin' Axes

WhidbeyHealth Cancer Survivorship Seminar Series...

This gentle yoga class is designed for cancer survivors. It offers a supportive environment for movement, relaxation, and connection. The session incorporates accessible yoga positions, both seated and standing, along with breathing exercises and guided relaxation. These practices aim to aid healing, alleviate stress, and foster a renewed connection with ones body. Suitable for all skill levels, the movements can be tailored to suit varying energy levels and physical requirements.

WhidbeyHealth Cancer Survivorship Seminar Series: Yoga for Survivors

A gentle yoga class designed for cancer survivors seeking movement, relaxation, and community. Sessions include slow, accessible postures practiced in chairs while seated or standing, along with breathing techniques.

Driftwood Park Beach Clean Up

A beach cleanup at Driftwood Park focuses on removing litter from the shoreline. Sound Water Stewards works with the Community Litter Cleanup Program, a grant-supported initiative with backing from the Washington Department of Ecology and support from Island County, with management handled by... This collaborative effort supports a healthier beach.

Driftwood Park

Whidbey Camano Land Trust

Trillium Community Forest Tree Rescue Work Party

Roll up your sleeves for a tree rescue work party in a community forest in Freeland. Participants will place protectors around young trees that were recently planted following restoration thinning, helping them get established. The effort is rated moderate and includes at least a mile of walking on uneven terrain.

🎯 Student Hangout Invitation: Tossin' Axes 🎯Wednesday Half Price!

A student hangout at Tossin' Axes, next to Whidbey Island Bagel Factory, features axe throwing at a student rate of $14.50 per hour with a valid ID. Minors need a parent-signed waiver on file. Between throws, play billiards, aim for high scores on pinball, and challenge friends on classic arcade games. Budget-friendly fun includes tokens at four for one dollar and snacks and beverages priced at one to two dollars. Outside food is welcome, creating an easygoing spot to gather and play. Expect lively music, an energetic vibe, and a nearby PokéStop for a little extra entertainment.

American Legion George Morris Post 129

Whidbey Island Veterans Guitar Alliance Jam

Veterans who play guitar or bass are welcome to participate in a jam at American Legion George Morris Post 129. Make music with fellow veterans and share your playing with the group.

Wacky Wednesday

Enjoy unlimited bowling for $6.50 per person with this special. Shoe rental is not included, and each lane requires a minimum of four bowlers. Round up some friends for nonstop frames and a fun group outing.

Entrance to the Coupeville Wharf

Waterfront Wednesdays Busker Series

Free live, outdoor music fills downtown Coupeville each Wednesday throughout June, July, and August as part of CHWA's Waterfront Wednesdays Busker Series. Performances take place on Front Street at the entrance to the Coupeville Wharf.

Bingo Night

A games gathering takes place at Knights Club. The venue opens to guests ahead of the start, giving a moment to settle in before the games get underway.

Knights Club

Social Scramble

This co-ed best ball social scramble is open to players ages 13 and up, with teams created by drawing names from a hat. Bring friends and meet new partners, since you may or may not land on the same team, then head to your assigned tee box once teams are set. A horn signals the start, and the round wraps with announcements of closest-to-the-pin and team winners, plus a hole-in-one payout if someone sinks one. Optional cash-only side action totals $9, divided as $1 for the hole-in-one pot, $3 for closest-to-the-pin, and $5 for team winners. Event green fees are reduced to $13 and do not require cash, but the side pots do. The sandwich bar serves fresh sandwiches, grilled paninis, and hot dogs, and everyone is welcome to relax with food and time with fellow golfers after play. No advance registration or membership is needed, and sign-up takes place in the pro shop.

Linds On Beautiful Whidbey Island

June Certified Jewelry Appraisal (by appt only)

Have your jewelry professionally evaluated during an appointment-only appraisal day at Linds on Beautiful Whidbey Island. Certified appraiser Curt Wilson provides private consultations with clear explanations, current market values suitable for insurance needs, and insight into the factors that determine each piece’s worth. This is a one-day service and appointments are required. The fee is $85 for the first item, $75 for each additional item, and $65 for updates.

Coffee Hour — Organic Farm School

Each Wednesday, a small team of staff and volunteers invites people to sip a cup, enjoy a baked good, and relax on the porch. Share conversation with a friend or meet someone new, and take a moment to hear the birds... a gentle pause in the middle of the week.

Mystery of the Magic Fossil

A dinosaur fossil has gone missing from the museum, and participants team up with Detective Diggs to tackle The Case of the Bone Bandit. Through gathering clues, questioning suspects, and collaborating as a group, everyone works toward solving the mystery.

Dot, Spot, Art!

Explore the world of art through the lens of dots, inspired by artists such as Georges Seurat and Yayoi Kusama. Create your own masterpiece using diverse materials and techniques, with support from the Friends of the Langley Library.

Langley Library

How Tall Ships Connected Whidbey to the World

Discover how explorers around the globe depended on Tall Ships for exploration, commerce, and cultural exchange, and see how these ships linked Whidbey Island to global markets. Garry Heinrich, who worked for over a decade as a Tall Ships captain, including on the Irving Johnson, will present. The Irving Johnson is a traditionally rigged wooden replica of a merchant ship from the Age of Exploration.

Freeland Library

Community Feast

This cherished local tradition celebrates community spirit with an open-air potluck. It is designed as a long-table event where neighbors and visitors gather to share a meal, encouraging a sense of belonging and connection. Historically, it has been held on Second Street, filling the plaza with rows of tables and chairs, creating a communal dining space. The event was founded with the goal of bringing people together, acting as a family reunion for the town, allowing residents to reconnect in a joyful environment.

Callahan's Firehouse

WAIF Microchip Clinic – Freeland Cat Cottage

A microchip clinic at the Freeland Cat Cottage offers microchipping for $10 per pet. Both cats and dogs must be leashed.

An Evening with Robin Greenfield - The Year of Foraging

Robin Greenfield shares how he is spending a full year sourcing every meal and remedy from the wild, skipping grocery stores, restaurants, pharmacies, and even a home garden. Treating the living landscape as his garden, he aims to eat in harmony with Earth and practice reciprocity by gathering what grows freely and abundantly. He will talk about the journey, highlight people and organizations building a more resilient local food system, and introduce the 1 Million Community Fruit Trees Initiative with ways to participate. The program includes doors open and introductions, a featured talk with Q&A, and time for community connection and a book signing. Hosted by rePurpose Whidbey at The People’s House. A suggested donation of $10-40 supports the 1 Million Community Fruit Trees Initiative. Scholarships are available to keep the event accessible regardless of financial means. Registration is available.

rePurpose

All You Can Eat & Bowl

Enjoy two hours of bottomless pizza from Mario’s kitchen alongside endless hot garlic rolls, paired with two hours of unlimited bowling with shoe rental included. The price is $20 per person. For even more play, add one additional hour of unlimited arcade access for $5. Beverages are not included, with options such as water, soda, or beer available at the bar. It is a simple way to combine hearty eats with plenty of time on the lanes.

Weekly Memory Support and Connection Group

Find a calm place to connect and take a breather at a supportive gathering. Caregivers, family members, and loved ones are welcome to come together for shared understanding and encouragement. A separate space is available where your loved one can be cared for and engaged during the session. The location is upstairs, and an elevator is available behind the Bagel Factory for easier access.

Thursday Night Music

Enjoy an intimate set of original music with Janie Cribbs and Her Soul Purpose, the newly renamed project formerly known as Janie Cribbs and the T. Rust Band. The performance is devoted to the group’s own songs, from lyric-centered pieces to instrumentals composed by guitarist Joe Reggiatore, with an emphasis on the connection that happens when music is shared live. The lineup features singer-songwriter Janie Cribbs and Joe Reggiatore, joined by Kevin Holden on drums, percussion and harmony vocals, and Keegan Harshman on electric and upright bass. Reservations are required and the experience includes a board of shared appetizers delivered to your table. Seating in the Dancing Fish Barn is limited, so some guests may be placed at larger shared tables. If friends are attending and you would like to be seated together, contact the organizer ahead of time at 360-632-4190.

Dancing Fish Vineyards

“Foraging 100% of my Food for a Year!” with Robin Greenfield

Activist Robin Greenfield visits The People’s House for a talk drawn from his yearlong effort to obtain all of his food and medicine through foraging. He shares insights from that experience, offering ideas on reshaping daily habits so people in Western society can live more in reciprocity with the Earth. The program includes time for audience questions. Tickets are offered by donation, and registration is available.

The People’s House

Thursday Late Night Happy Hour

This late night happy hour features $2 bowling games, half price arcade play, $4 well drinks, $3 tall boys, and fries or tots for $2.

Outdoor Family Storytime

Families can share stories, songs, rhymes, and creative activities that foster a love of reading. A play time or art project may follow the main program. Weather permitting, the gathering takes place outdoors on the Community Green next to the Coupeville Library, and bringing a blanket or lawn chair is welcome. In poor weather, it will be held in the meeting room.

Drop-in Tech Help

Get practical help using the library's digital resources, from e-books and digital audiobooks to streaming options and educational databases. Bring a phone, tablet, or laptop for guidance with getting set up or for support with basic tasks and questions. This program takes place at Freeland Library.

Arlington Moms- Coffee Walkie + Play Date

This summer, a weekly Coffee Walkies meetup is offered in collaboration with Hang Time Play Cafe. Attendees gather at the cafe before heading out on a walk suitable for strollers, followed by optional play time. Walk participants can access play time at a discounted rate of $7, regularly $15. The walk and meetup are free and open to all moms and expecting moms, providing an easy way to connect with others in a similar life stage while getting some movement. RSVP is requested on the event calendar.

Hang Time Play Cafe

Oak Harbor Library Book Group - "Girl, Woman...

The Oak Harbor Library Book Group hosts a welcoming discussion of Girl, Woman, Other by Bernardine Evaristo. Copies for participants can be picked up at the Oak Harbor Sno-Isle Library, with a limited number available.

Oak Harbor Library Book Group - "Girl, Woman, Other" by Bernardine Evaristo

This event features a discussion of Bernardine Evaristo’s Girl, Woman, Other. A limited number of copies are available for pickup at the Oak Harbor Sno-Isle Library.

Oak Harbor Farmers Market

The Oak Harbor Farmers Market, presented by North Central Whidbey Farmers Markets, offers fresh local produce, handmade goods, live music, and a vibrant community atmosphere throughout the summer.

Bingo Night

Every Thursday, get ready for a night of fun and prizes at bingo night. There is a chance to win big while enjoying great company and beer.

Trivia

A team-based trivia challenge where participants test their knowledge against other teams.

WAIF Microchip Clinic – Oak Harbor Cat Adoption Center

Pet microchipping is offered for $10 per pet at the Oak Harbor Cat Adoption Center. Both cats and dogs must be on a leash.

Pinball Wizard of Whidbey Monthly Tourney

Compete in a monthly pinball tournament on Whidbey held on the last Friday of each month. Entry is $5, with prize support awarding a $25 Tossin' Axes gift card for first place, $10 for second, and $5 for third, plus a random draw for a Translight. The tournament is hosted at Tossin' Axes, where outside food can be ordered in and a selection of local craft beer and cider is available. Fridays also feature a happy hour special with $2 off drinks priced over $6. Businesses and individuals can sponsor the prizes for $150 and receive recognition on the leaderboard, an axe lane, the website, and the newsletter.

Tossin' Axes

Free Line Dancing Social

Enjoy a free line dancing social at Megan's, also known as Off the Hook. The playlist leans toward country with plenty of line dance favorites, and a QR code will be available to submit song requests, which are played in random order. The host works to include as many requests as possible. This welcoming setting is great for practicing steps you know, brushing up on routines you have not done in a while, learning a new dance or a different take on a familiar song, and meeting fellow line dancers. Guests are encouraged to enjoy a drink or some food while waiting for a favorite tune, and tips for the host are appreciated. Attendees under 21 are subject to an early departure requirement per venue policy.

Off the Hook

The Shrimp Shack at Cozy's

Karaoke with the Strasburgs

Cozy's hosts a lively karaoke night led by Steve and Nicole Strasburg. Attendees can sing favorite songs, enjoy an upbeat atmosphere, and pair the music with comfort food from the Cozy's menu for a relaxed night out.

Matzke Fine Art Gallery and Sculpture Park

Stone Carving Workshop

This three day stone carving class at Matzke Fine Art Gallery and Sculpture Park features instruction from master carver Kentaro Kojima, catered lunches, and loaner tools. The fee is $485 per person plus $43.65 in sales tax, for a total of $528.65.

Parks & Play

Designed for little ones from birth to age five and their caregivers, this park-based gathering blends play and early learning. Enjoy a mix of creative art projects, sensory experiences, water play, story time, play tunnels, music, and more. It offers a relaxed way to explore local parks while having fun and connecting together.

Freedom Park

Yoga Summer Camp

Recharge on Whidbey Island at a yoga summer camp designed for deepening your practice and unwinding in nature. The experience blends daily yoga and meditation with a relaxed pace that leaves room to explore the town and beaches, go for a hike, or simply rest. The package includes a two night stay in a rustic cabin or camper, a community potluck on one evening, a prepared dinner on another night, and two breakfasts. Optional time in the sauna or a cold plunge is available, and evenings may include gathering around a fire. Transportation is not included. The cost is $360 plus tax. Space is limited, and registration is available online or in the studio with payment required to secure a spot. There are no refunds within 30 days. Please no pets or children under 15. A tentative, subject to change outline features arrival and settling in on the first day followed by a meditation and yoga session and a potluck, a full second day with coffee or tea, morning practice, optional sauna or cold plunge and free time, an evening session, and a dinner prepared by Vidal, then a final morning practice before checkout. For details or to inquire about hosting a private group, email Info@lakeviewyoga.com or call (425) 481-7020.

Whidbey Island

Yachtley Crew

Yächtley Crëw performs as a seven-piece band from Southern California that broke onto the club scene in 2017. After selling out local venues, they helped ignite a nationwide Yacht Rock craze.

The Clyde Theatre

Farm Friday feat. Detmar & Christa Straub

Enjoy an evening of music with Detmar & Christa Straub, along with guest musicians Joe Perez and Lee Dvirnak. Detmar Straub will begin with a set of original songs, followed by Christa Straub singing French love songs. A unique interlude by Detmar will lead into up-tempo tunes with Joe Perez and Lee Dvirnak. The night will conclude with French favorites with everyone participating. Bring a potluck dish, your own plates and utensils, and a beverage. The venue will contribute something from the field and their wood-fired oven. Limited parking is available.

Stanwood Dinner Banquet

Stanwood DU returns with an event focused on supporting ducks. The gathering highlights community support for the cause.

Camano Center

Ice Cream Pint Cozy

Discover a clever twist on the classic bowl cozy by learning to sew a cozy sized for an ice cream pint. Donna will guide you through each step so you can create a holder that keeps hands comfortable while you enjoy your favorite frozen treat. Materials are not included, so please bring fabric of your choice and batting, with additional supplies available for purchase at the shop if needed. Arrive ready to sew and leave with a fun, practical project you made yourself.

Metamorphose: A Community for Change

More than a concert, this community gathering blends music, art, poetry, and shared food to spark connection and creativity. Held at Bayview Hall, it starts with a potluck, then performances and collaborative expression fill the hall. The lineup features Camila Recchio, Window Goya, Nick Toombs, Steve Barbour, Asa and Kade Bodnar, Rocky Jensen, Annie Jesperson and Aria Peterman, Nathaniel Talbot, Sweetbitter, and more. Everyone will have a chance to contribute to the collective artistry and help weave a stronger community fabric. A cash bar is provided by the Taproom @ Bayview Corner.

Bayview Community Hall

North Whidbey Center for Wellbeing

Sound Bath Saturday at North Whidbey Center for Wellbeing · Oak Harbor

Settle into a calming group sound bath at the North Whidbey Center for Wellbeing in Oak Harbor, created to help your mind and body unwind and return to center. Waves of sound from crystal bowls, Tibetan singing bowls, Solfeggio tones, and soft chimes encourage deep relaxation. No prior experience is required and participants are welcome to arrive as they are. For comfort, bring a yoga mat, blankets, cozy socks, and an eye mask, plus two pillows so one can support your head and the other can rest under your knees. You are also welcome to place personal crystals near the bowls to charge during the session. Admission is $28 and capacity is limited.

Colonial Tavern Night

Historic Whidbey presents a colonial-era tavern themed fundraiser marking 250 years of the Declaration of Independence. Enjoy traditional-style drinks and desserts, along with music and games in a Revolutionary spirit. Admission is $50 per person and includes one alcoholic beverage, with additional drinks available for purchase. Proceeds support the rehabilitation of the 1866 Haller House, which is listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Attendees must be 21 or older, and parking is on the street only. For more information, contact historicwhidbey@comcast.net.

Haller House

Free Line Dancing Event

Line dancing with Gigi returns to Lava Louie’s Pizza, starting with a focused teaching session where as many dances as possible are broken down during the first hour, then shifting to open dancing powered by song requests for the rest of the evening. Beginners are welcome and boots are not required. Bring your enthusiasm, a readiness to learn from a few missteps, a friend or two, and even a portable fan. Enjoy the music along with food and drinks while you wait for your favorite song, then step onto the dance floor when it plays.

Lava Louie's Pizza

Oaklawn Enchantments, LLC

Understanding Dreams & Symbols

In this workshop at Oaklawn Enchantments, LLC, participants explore how dreams communicate through images and symbols that mirror personal experiences and emotions. Conversation also looks at when a dream may hold intuitive or spiritual meaning, with guidance on distinguishing psychological symbolism from spiritual insight. The program touches on astral travel and expanded states of consciousness, explaining why some dreams can feel unusually vivid, symbolic, or exploratory. Practical techniques are shared to strengthen dream awareness and improve recall. Through guided conversation and suggested exercises, attendees practice tools such as journaling, tracking recurring symbols, and mindfulness to build a clearer understanding of their own dream language. Suitable for anyone interested in dreams, intuition, and consciousness. Cost is $30.

Coupeville Elementary School

Coupeville Lions Club Annual Garage Sale

The Lions Club in Coupeville is preparing its annual garage sale and has shared an early reminder so people can plan ahead.

Oak Harbor Garden Tour & Tea 2026

Enjoy a leisurely garden tour paired with tea at Oak Harbor Garden Tour & Tea 2026.

Calcifer Glass

Bayview Farmers Market

Browse lively vendor booths, listen to local musicians performing live, and discover unique handmade pieces to take home. Enjoy an easygoing market atmosphere with plenty to explore at every turn.

Friends of the Coupeville Library Farmers Market...

The Friends of the Coupeville Library are holding a book sale outdoors, concurrent with the Farmers Market. Proceeds will benefit the Coupeville Library. Payment will be accepted via donation, cash, or check. Kids get a free book.

Matzke Fine Art Gallery & Sculpture Park

Stone Carving Workshop

Participate in a three-day stone carving workshop. The class includes catered lunches and instruction from master carver Kentaro Kojima. Loaner tools will be provided, and stone will be available for purchase. The cost is $485 per person plus sales tax, totaling $528.65, and is nonrefundable after June 1st.

Clinton Summer Market

A community market at Clinton Community Hall features many returning local vendors with handmade crafts and other goods.

Sasquatch Walk

Register for the annual Sasquatch Walk fundraiser! You can walk around downtown with “Garry” the Sasquatch and enjoy a "bite" at participating businesses. Have fun while discovering what Historic Downtown Oak Harbor has to offer. Participants will walk downtown to participating merchants. Pre-registration is required and tickets are limited.

Flintstone Park

Translucent Fused Glass Window Art

Explore color, light, and shadow in an interactive fused glass workshop that guides you through creating a luminous window ornament using pre-cut glass and decorative accents. With supportive instruction, you will experiment with transparent and translucent pieces to see how they transform when illuminated, then learn basic glass cutting to personalize your design. No prior experience is required, and clear, step-by-step teaching makes it welcoming for beginners and returning makers. Your finished artwork will be kiln-fired by the studio team and made available for pickup. All materials, instruction, and kiln firing are included, and each registration reserves a single participant spot. The project centers on a translucent window ornament measuring about four inches by four inches. Enrollment is limited to seven students to keep the group small and allow for individualized guidance, making it a good fit for first-time glass artists, visitors, and anyone seeking a creative, inspiring experience.

AJane Glass Studio

The Book Rack - Oak Harbor

Saturday Stitch and Sip

Enjoy relaxed creative time at The Book Rack with a casual crafting meetup. Whether you are learning a yarn craft and have questions, hoping to connect with a craft group, or simply want some time out of the house, this gathering is open to a wide range of interests. Pick up a beverage or pastry from the cafe and head to the game room to work on portable projects. All ages and genders are welcome, and only portable crafts are suitable. Outside food or drink is not permitted at this location. If the store is open, the group is meeting.

Community Cares - Wellness Festival (FREE Event)

Now in its fourth year, the Community Cares wellness festival is a free event celebrating wellness.

Downtown Oak Harbor

Freeland Library Family Festival

Freeland Library hosts its annual summertime Family Festival with the Mutiny Bay Brass Band.

Freeland Library

System Crash 2026

This admission-free music festival at Windjammer Park features fourteen live bands, community vendors, and a variety of food trucks. It is held outdoors and welcomes attendees of all ages.

System Crash

At System Crash, Tossin' Axes will offer free kid-friendly axe throwing from a mobile setup, along with a selection of items available for purchase.

Cow Sorting Clinic Oak Harbor

Outlaw Sorting Co. offers a Cow Sorting 101 clinic focused on boosting confidence, improving rider and horse communication, and teaching the essentials of working cattle. Beginners and those looking to advance their skills will work on proper herd sorting, precise horse positioning, and tracking cattle with assurance. A mini jackpot takes place after the clinic to put new skills into action. The clinic fee is $200 and the haul-in fee is $10. Capacity is limited.

Orca Action Month Festival

A festival at the Langley Whale Center offers information tables, a slideshow highlighting special SRKWs, and craft activities, all in support of Orca Action Month. This monthlong effort, started by Susan and Howard, is dedicated to raising awareness about the threats Southern Resident orcas face and ways people can help, while bringing the community together to celebrate them.

Langley Whale Center

Oak Harbor Whidbey Island, WA

Free Community Cares Soundbath (Oak Harbor)

Enjoy a free community soundbath in Oak Harbor, led by FIRE Escape Healing with Kali Barrio. Settle in and unwind as layers of sound from crystal singing bowls, Tibetan bowls, and other restorative instruments create a calming atmosphere that supports well-being for mind, body, and spirit. Guests are encouraged to bring a chair and take a quiet moment for themselves during the session. This family-friendly offering is sponsored by Positively Linked as part of the Community Cares event in Oak Harbor, which also features local vendors, live performances, creative activities for all ages, food and refreshments, and community resources.

International Guillemot Appreciation Day

This annual celebration of guillemots takes place at Soundview Center. It highlights the Pigeon Guillemot and is open to everyone.

WICA Presents Summer Nights Series

The WICA Presents Summer Nights Series offers live music and performances beneath the Zech Hall tent, continuing a community tradition that began during the pandemic.

Ott & Hunter Winery Tasting Room

Beleza! Brazilian Jazz Duo

Enjoy the Beleza! Brazilian Jazz Duo with John Stowell on guitar.

Comedy

Improv

Whidbey Improv hosts Jet City Improv at Whidbey Island Center for the Arts with We Have Some Notes, an improvised musical created from an audience-suggested title. Attendees offer a show name, and the cast builds the rest in the moment.

Cigar Box Floral

Create a keepsake floral arrangement using Kats handmade wooden flowers, greenery, and decorative accents in a hands-on class. Learn techniques for layering, arranging, and adding embellishments while crafting a rustic, elegant piece suited for home display or gifting. All supplies are included. The cost is $35. Space is limited.

Ember & Elegance

Comforts of Whidbey Winery

Sip, Sit & Enjoy

Every Sunday, the winery features live music, offering a relaxed backdrop for a leisurely visit.

Turkey Wing Broom Workshop

Learn to hand-bind a Turkey Wing broom in a welcoming, beginner-friendly workshop. Participants will create a handheld whisk broom ideal for stairs, desks, potting benches, workbenches, and more. Instruction and all binding materials are included, and tools are provided for use during class. Each registration comes with a half pound of broomcorn in Black or Natural, with the option to add other colors for $15 per half-pound bundle. Everyone leaves with a finished, one-of-a-kind broom that is both useful and decorative. No prior experience is required, just bring capable hands and a sense of play. Capacity is limited.

Oaklawn Enchantments

Military Appreciation

Oak Bowl & Mario's Pizza presents a Military Appreciation night featuring bowling, arcade play, and value-packed food and drink offers. Guests who show an Active Duty, Retired, Reservist, Dependent, or VA card can get two games of bowling with shoe rental for $5 per person plus tax. Arcade play is half price, a large one-topping pizza is $17, and Tall Boys are $3. Food and drink specials are available throughout the event.

Matzke Fine Art Gallery and Sculpture Park

Stone Carving Workshop

This three day class features instruction from master carver Kentaro Kojima, with catered lunches provided and loaner tools available for use. The cost is $485 per person plus $43.65 in sales tax, for a total of $528.65. Payments are nonrefundable after June 1.

Yoga and Mimosas with Jo

A monthly yoga and mimosas session led by Jo. The price includes a beverage of your choice, with the Sasquatch Sunrise mimosa suggested. If the weather allows, the class will take place outdoors in the beer garden.

Jigsaw Puzzle Exchange

Do you need a new puzzle and have one to exchange? Drop in to exchange puzzles. Please only bring puzzles without missing pieces and in good shape. In addition, a jigsaw puzzle will be available to complete during the event. The puzzle exchange will be casual and exchanged by the honor code. Puzzles will be in the main library area.

Freeland Library

South Whidbey Tilth Market

South Whidbey Tilth Farmers Market

Enjoy local produce, food, artisan crafts, and live music at the farmers market. Its a great place to learn from area growers. The market promotes regenerative, organic, and GMO-free growing methods. The market also accepts Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) cards and offers SNAP Market Match currency. Some farmers accept Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (Senior FMNP & WIC) cards during certain months.

North Whidbey Pool, Park & Recreation District

Sensory Splash

This sensory friendly open swim welcomes people with special needs and their families. To support a soothing setting, music and overhead lights remain off throughout the session. Admission follows regular open swim pricing, with a $5 rate for residents and $6 for nonresidents.

District 1 Sub-District #2 - Camaloch

Players are scheduled by age, with tee times from the first tee for ages 8 to 11 and from the tenth tee for ages 12 to 18. A full driving range is available at Camaloch GC.

Camaloch Golf Course

Whidbey Island Fairgrounds & Events Center

SW Parks presents: Intro to Photography for Youth 2026

Presented by SW Parks, this introductory photography class for ages 9 to 15 unfolds over a week. Participants explore a range of subjects and spend dedicated time on portrait work.

Creative Writing: Flash Memoir

This program centers on flash memoir, a compact form of creative nonfiction that turns a single meaningful experience into a powerful piece of writing. Attendees learn to use precise language to build a clear, moment-in-time picture and craft a condensed narrative. It is open to writers at all experience levels. Led by SilverKite® Teaching Artist Pearl Klein at Langley Library.

Langley Library

SAIL Fitness Class @ Soundview, Langley

Stay Active and Independent for Life, or SAIL, offers a research-backed fitness class created for adults 65 and older. Sessions feature exercises that build cardiovascular endurance, increase strength, improve balance, and enhance flexibility to support continued independence in daily life.

Bingo Night

Enjoy a fun evening of bingo at The Thirsty Crab with prizes on the line, friendly company, and beer in the mix as the excitement builds and everyone plays for a chance to win.

Adult Barre

An adult barre class led by Kylene Ayer blends dance elements with Pilates to deliver a full-body workout.

Kylene’s Space

Langley Walking Group

Join others for a walk on Trustland Trails, which features an ADA accessible, flat trail. Call for more information. Walks occur every Tuesday and are free.

Trustland Trails

Make Your Own Kaleidoscope

Build your own kaleidoscope while discovering how light, mirror images, and symmetry work. All supplies are provided, so bring plenty of imagination and get ready to create.

Wheels on the Bus Storytime

Come enjoy Storytime aboard an Island Transit bus and learn about bus services for families. The bus will be located in the parking lot/bus stop. Children must be with an adult caregiver.

Adult Barre

Led by Kylene Ayer, this adult barre class blends dance and Pilates elements for a complete full-body workout.

Kylene’s Space

Koneksi Co-Creative Gallery

DJ Night / DJ Kushrat

A dance-focused DJ night featuring DJ KUSHRAT offers a way to break the mid-week slump. Admission is $10, NOTAFLOF. All ages are welcome, though listener discretion is advised due to uncensored music. Non-alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Artwork comes from local friends, and the poster is created by DJ KUSHRAT.

Family Storytime at Castle Park

Families can enjoy a relaxed storytime at South Whidbey Community Park with stories, songs, rhymes, and creative activities that build excitement for reading. A playtime or an art activity may follow. This event is a collaboration.

SAIL: Stay Active & Independent for Life — Soundview Center

Build strength and steadier balance to help you feel better, stay active and independent, and lower the risk of falls. Seasoned instructors lead with safety at the forefront.

Garden Critter Academy with Lisa Taylor

Urban farmer Lisa Taylor leads an interactive exploration that blends music and movement to celebrate the garden's superheroes... predators, pollinators, insects, and decomposers.

X Marks the Spot!

At Freeland Library - Sno-Isle Libraries, follow a map to search for hidden treasure. After the hunt, make a map of your own using an assortment of materials. Your creation could depict your house, your neighborhood, or a place from your imagination.

Camano Commons: Live Music

Camano Commons Marketplace hosts an ongoing live music series featuring a variety of musical styles. Performances add a tuneful backdrop to the marketplace setting, creating an easy way to enjoy live sounds while exploring the area.

Oak Harbor Carnival

Windjammer Park in Oak Harbor transforms into a lively destination packed with rides and attractions for visitors of all ages.

Oak Harbor Farmers Market

Enjoy fresh local offerings at the Oak Harbor Farmers Market, organized by North Central Whidbey Farmers Markets.

Mocktails & Masterpieces

A relaxed creative meet-up at Langley Library, Sno-Isle Libraries offers time to paint or do crafts while sipping a personalized mocktail. Bring a work in progress to continue, or try an easy project during the session. The setting is friendly and focused on shared creativity.

Freeland Hall – Community Dinner

Freeland Hall hosts a community potluck dinner that brings neighbors together to connect over a shared meal. It offers an easy way to meet new people and enjoy friendly conversation in a relaxed setting. The cost is $25.

Freeland Hall

Freeland Beach Park and Boat Launch

Holidays

3rd of July! - Freeland Freedom Fest & Fireworks!!

Freeland Freedom Fest & Fireworks brings an Independence Day celebration to Whidbey Island at Freeland Park. This annual, family-friendly gathering features live performances, a variety of food vendors, inflatable attractions for children, face painting and other activities, and a fireworks show. Free parking and a shuttle service are available. The event is also welcoming sponsors and volunteers.

Liberace & Liza - A Tribute

At Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, David Saffert and Jillian Snow step into the roles of Liberace and Liza Minnelli in a brand new tribute. Their collaboration pairs dazzling piano work with powerful vocals, weaving from Cabaret, New York, New York, and Over the Rainbow to unexpected pop covers by Lady Gaga and Britney Spears. Playful rivalries, quick wit, and plenty of sequins keep the spotlight moving as the duo delivers a lively mix of music and comedy.

The Top restaurant and Lounge

The Top Americana Music and Arts Festival - Clinton, WA

The Top Americana Music and Arts Festival, known as TAMA, brings Americana music and arts to The Top Restaurant and Lounge. Programming includes live bands and DJ nights. Updates on scheduled performances and other festival news will be shared as information becomes available.

Read to Joe the Therapy Dog

Young readers can share a book with Joe, a certified therapy dog with a lively personality who is gentle and patient. Reading to Joe provides a relaxed way for children to practice and build confidence with their reading. This event takes place at Freeland Library - Sno-Isle Libraries.

Holidays

Freeland: Freedom Fest and Fireworks

This annual Independence Day festival in Freeland features a fireworks show at Freeland Park.

Freeland Park

Farm Friday - Open Mic — Organic Farm School

This gathering at Organic Farm School offers live music that changes each week. Depending on the week, it may be an open mic, a solo act, or a musical duo. Bring a potluck dish and pack your own plates and utensils for sharing.

Sail Back in Time on the Schooner SUVA

Set out aboard the schooner SUVA for a voyage on Whidbey Island’s Penn Cove. This sailing experience offers a way to enjoy the water while capturing the feel of an earlier era.

The Top restaurant and Lounge

Salamander Junction

Salamander Junction takes the stage for the first-ever edition of The Top Americana Music and Arts Festival, helping kick off a new celebration of Americana music and creative expression.

Sensory Friendly Movie

A sensory-friendly movie experience at Oak Harbor Cinemas is planned with dimmed lighting and reduced volume to create a comfortable setting. The film title will be announced soon. Admission is $8 per person. Staff familiar with sensory supports will be on site, and a designated quiet space will be available for breaks.

Oak Harbor Cinemas

North Whidbey Fire and Rescue Station 25

Annual 4th of July Firefighters Association Pancake Breakfast

A community pancake breakfast hosted by the North Whidbey Firefighters Association features a full menu of pancakes, sausage, juice, and coffee. This annual fundraiser welcomes adults for $10, youth ages 6 to 12 for $7, and children 5 and under at no cost. Proceeds support the North Whidbey Firefighters Association, benefiting local firefighters and helping sustain community events throughout the year.

Bayview Farmers Market

Wander between lively stalls, enjoy live local music, and discover a handmade piece that feels just right.

Taproom@Bayview Corner

Friends of the Coupeville Library Farmers Market Book Sale

Shop for books at an outdoor sale that takes place alongside the Farmers Market. The sale is set up just behind the Coupeville Library.

Holidays

4th of July Fireworks Show

Celebrate Independence Day at Windjammer (City Beach) Park with a dazzling fireworks display honoring America’s 250th anniversary. Enjoy a festive evening as the night sky fills with color. Bring family and friends, plus blankets and lawn chairs, for comfortable viewing under the stars.

Oak Harbor Chambers Old Fashioned 4th of July

Celebrate Independence Day with a traditional festival in Oak Harbor featuring a full day of family-friendly activities. Enjoy a carnival, browse local vendors, savor delicious food, take in live entertainment, and visit the beer garden, with options suited to all ages. The festivities conclude in the evening with a fireworks show in the center of Oak Harbor.

The Top restaurant and Lounge

Salish Moon

Salish Moon performs outdoors at The Top Restaurant and Lounge as part of the inaugural The Top Americana Music and Arts Festival. This open-air set helps launch a new celebration of Americana music and the arts at The Top.

JUL5

Sail Back in Time on the Schooner SUVA

Step aboard the Schooner SUVA for a Whidbey Island sail on the waters of Penn Cove. This sailing experience takes place at Coupeville Wharf.

JUL5

Oak Harbor Carnival

Celebrate Independence Day at Windjammer Park with a lively street atmosphere. Enjoy live music as you browse unique goods, sample delicious food, and discover handmade crafts, antiques, and other special finds.

JUL5

South Whidbey Tilth Farmers Market

A farmers market along SR 525 near Bayview brings together a group of growers for a friendly community gathering.

Barrington's Irish Bar and Grill

"Under the Sea" Paint 'n Sip, Monday, July 6th, 6-8:00pm @ Barrington's Irish Bar, Oak Harbor

A relaxed mermaid-themed painting session takes place at Barrington's Irish Bar and Grill. Beginners are welcome and all materials are included. The emphasis is on playful creativity rather than fine art. Food and beverages from Barrington's are available for purchase to enjoy while you paint. All food and drinks are sold separately.

SAIL Fitness Class @ Soundview, Langley

SAIL, short for Stay Active and Independent for Life, is an evidence-based fitness class for adults 65 and older that focuses on cardiovascular fitness, strength, balance, and flexibility. Participants can expect a structured mix of exercises across these areas.

Public Reading - Six Weeks to a First Draft with Suzanne Kelman

This public reading features participants from local author Suzanne Kelman's Six Weeks to a First Draft workshop series. Each attendee will share a sample of their work to demonstrate their drafts developed in the series. Hosted at Freeland Library, Sno-Isle Libraries, it offers a glimpse into works in progress.

Mythical Mondays: Create Your Character

Let your imagination run wild in a creative session focused on character building. Create a character using various role playing game (RPG) methods, or invent something entirely new. Write your character's backstory, and begin designing the rest of your creation.

Bingo Night at The Thirsty Crab

Bingo night at Thirsty Crab features lively games, prizes to win, and a welcoming crowd. Settle in with a beer, mark your cards, and share the excitement as each round plays out.

JUL7

Trustland Trails - South Whidbey Parks & Recreation District

Langley Walking Group

Take part in a group walk on the flat, ADA accessible path at Trustland Trails in the South Whidbey Parks and Recreation District. It offers a chance to enjoy the outdoors with others. For more information, call 360-321-1600.

JUL7

Summer Drop In - Outdoor Games

Enjoy outdoor play with cornhole, ladder toss, and tumble tower at Clinton Library - Sno-Isle Libraries. Alongside the games, participants can take part in hands-on activities that blend science and technology.

JUL7

Tuesday Concerts in the Park

South Whidbey Parks and Rec hosts its annual Concerts in the Park series on weekly summer evenings at South Whidbey Community Park. Bring a picnic dinner and enjoy concerts in a relaxed park setting.

Bayview Corner Street Dance

At Bayview Corner, a street dance features Rubatano Marimba with Zimbabwean style marimba that gets people moving. Performers Tanya Boyd, Audrey Neubauer, Kerry Holland, Dana Moffett, Micah Petrich, Lucas Earl, Caden Davis, Leslie Breeden, Diana Chamrad, Dyanne Harshman, Warner Scheyer and Tillie Scruton appear alongside guest musicians from Zimbabwe. The event proceeds regardless of weather. Beer, wine and soft drinks will be sold, food can be picked up from Merriweather Creperie or the Taproom, and outside picnics are welcome. It is free and welcoming to families, community members and visitors.

Family Storytime at Castle Park

This family storytime at South Whidbey Community Park features story sharing, sing-alongs, playful rhymes, and hands-on creative activities that help spark a love of reading. After the main session, a brief open play time or simple art activity may be offered. Presented through a collaborative effort.

South Whidbey Parks & Recreation "Castle Park"

Picnic in the Park at South Whidbey "Castle Park"

Parent to Parent hosts a relaxed picnic meet up at the sheltered picnic area. Bring the kids and pack a lunch to enjoy during an easygoing gathering with others.

Stamp Stomp

Discover the hidden patterns around you using kneadable erasers and ink pads. Go on a playful texture hunt, capture impressions from everyday surfaces, and turn them into small keepsakes. This hands-on activity encourages a closer look at familiar places so you can notice new details and bring home a simple reminder of what you found.

Soccer Creations: Get in the Game!

Create a soccer game out of cardboard, then put it to the test by playing friendly matches with friends or family at Freeland Library. A variety of additional craft supplies will be available so you can show your spirit.

Freedom to Read

Explore how library materials make it to the shelves in a panel conversation with collection staff and librarians from Sno-Isle Libraries. The discussion focuses on collection development at Sno-Isle Libraries and how the collection is shaped. The event takes place at Clinton Community Hall.

Camano Commons: Live Music

Camano Commons hosts an ongoing series of live performances featuring a variety of musical styles. Enjoy the music in a welcoming setting that adds a lively soundtrack to any visit.

Oak Harbor Farmers Market

Organized by North Central Whidbey Farmers Markets, the Oak Harbor Farmers Market offers fresh, local selections.

Trivia

This friendly, team-based knowledge challenge invites participants to face off against other groups to see who can come out on top. Work together, compare ideas, and test what you know in a lighthearted competition.

Salish Moon

Salish Moon performs under the tent at Whidbey Island Center for the Arts as part of the summer happy hour series. Enjoy live music in a tented setting during this summer gathering.

Oak Harbor Motorcycle Rodeo

Oak Harbor’s motorcycle rodeo paired with a bike show presents a showcase of motorbikes while supporting a meaningful cause, with all proceeds benefiting the Make a Wish Family Foundation.

Coupeville, Whidbey Island, WA

Variety Yard Sale.

A wide-ranging yard sale in Coupeville on Whidbey Island features an array of items, including hot water heaters, bicycles, furniture, clothing, toys, electronics, household goods, hardware, and kitchenware, plus other assorted finds.

South Whidbey Harbor at Langley

Nighttime Bioluminescence Kayak Experience

This nighttime kayaking experience explores the natural bioluminescence of Puget Sound. Participants paddle away from shore after dark for an on-the-water adventure centered on this marine phenomenon.

Motorcycle Rodeo: Oak Harbor

A three-day motorcycle rodeo takes place at Windjammer Park in Oak Harbor, Washington. Over the course of three days, the event brings the roar of engines and a thunder-filled celebration of motorcycling.

Blind Date with a Book - Reading Meetup

Settle into a relaxed open air setting at The Barnyard in Freeland to read alongside fellow book lovers. This meetup offers quiet time with community, whether you bring a book from home or feel like taking a chance. The focus is simply enjoying reading together.

The Barnyard

Farm Friday feat. Beverly Graham — Organic Farm School

Farm Friday at Organic Farm School features Beverly Graham with Ken Wright. This installment highlights the band Beverly Graham.

Floor Brooms @ Cultus Bay Gardens — Hand Crafted Brooms

Explore traditional broomcraft at Cultus Bay Gardens in a focused two day workshop. Learn how to bind and weave broomcorn onto a handle and carefully stitch the fibers flat to create a broad sweeping surface. By the end, you will complete a functional floor broom to take home.

Cultus Bay Gardens

Tea House CommuniTea Sips

An easygoing afternoon of informal tea sharing unfolds at Whidbey’s traditional tea house, where tea enthusiasts from around Washington prepare a broad selection of traditional Camellia sinensis teas and chat about tea culture. No reservations are needed. Arrive at your convenience, choose a seat, and begin tasting. Guests can switch seats to explore different pours and meet new people. Whether you are tea curious or very experienced, all are welcome, and you can stay for a brief visit or linger longer.

The Empty Tea Cup

M Bar C Ranch Western Days with Parent to Parent: All Ages, All Abilities, All Welcome. Must RSVP

Enjoy a Western-themed day at M Bar C Ranch with hayrides, horseback riding offered until lunch, and the chance to dress up in cowboy or cowgirl attire. A free hot dog lunch will be served. For horseback riding, the weight limit is 200 pounds. Attendees can RSVP.

M Bar C Ranch

WAIF Kitten Yoga Fundraiser

Due to high interest, WAIF is offering another Kitten Yoga event in collaboration with Eli McBride Yoga. The first class sold out quickly, so early registration is recommended.

Bayview Farmers Market

Wander through lively market stalls at Bayview Farmers Market and take in live music from local performers. Discover unique handmade goods and pick out something that suits you perfectly.

Taproom@Bayview Corner

Friends of the Library Book Sale

The sale takes place in the library's meeting room and offers hundreds of books for all ages. Select individual titles by making a donation, or choose the fill-a-bag option for 20.00.

South Whidbey Harbor at Langley

Nighttime Bioluminescence Kayak Experience

Experience Puget Sound after dark on a kayak outing centered on bioluminescence. Participants paddle away from the shoreline and explore this natural phenomenon from the water.

Motorcycle Rodeo: Oak Harbor

A three day motorcycle rodeo takes place at Windjammer Park in Oak Harbor, Washington. Spanning multiple days, this event offers an exhilarating experience in a vibrant setting.

Kick It at the Library!

At Langley Library, soccer enthusiasts, crafters, and mocktail fans can celebrate while watching a rivalry match between two national teams as they try to advance toward the ultimate win. Crafting activities and alcohol-free drinks are part of the experience.

Pasta Making Classes: Wildly Beloved Foods

Learn to make fresh pasta at a workshop at Wildly Beloved Foods in Clinton. The class focuses on crafting pasta from scratch with just water and organic Italian semolina, offering a clear, straightforward approach to this timeless kitchen skill.

Wildly Beloved Foods

South Whidbey Harbor at Langley

Nighttime Bioluminescence Kayak Experience

Embark after dark on a kayak to explore the bioluminescence of Puget Sound. Paddle away from shore and experience this natural phenomenon from the water.

Sail Back in Time on the Schooner SUVA

Step aboard the Schooner SUVA for a Whidbey Island sailing experience on Penn Cove that evokes a journey into the past.

🌿 Medicine Drum Building Workshop & Ceremony with Fronterhouse Drums 🥁🔥

A sacred day of hands-on drum building and ceremony led by Fronterhouse Drums, centered on creativity, intention, healing, and community. Under this guidance, participants craft a personal medicine drum while honoring tradition, the land, and the purpose they bring to the process. Drawing on years of spiritual study and healing work, Fronterhouse Drums highlights how the drum’s low, steady resonance can support meditation, self-awareness, emotional healing, and a deeper connection with spirit, self, and the natural world. Each attendee receives a kit that includes a willow hoop, a buffalo rawhide drumhead, and rawhide lacing, along with time to personalize and decorate the instrument. The day unfolds as ceremony, beginning with introductions and a fire, then moving into selecting materials, decorating hoops, punching hides, and lacing drums. If time allows, a mallet is made before a closing song circle. Hot tea and snacks are provided, and an organic vegetarian lunch is included, with an optional potluck contribution for those with specific dietary needs or preferences. Participants are encouraged to bring an altar item that embodies their prayer or intention, which is returned at the end of the day. A wooden stick, pinecone, or other burnable offering is welcome for the fire ceremony. Comfortable clothing suitable for Pacific Northwest weather is recommended. This is an all-day ceremonial experience devoted to sacred craft, so allow unhurried time for the creation of each drum to unfold naturally. Drum and song circles interweave pagan, folk, native, and contemporary traditions to create a welcoming space for healing, self-discovery, and connection.

Eternal Spring Church

Motorcycle Rodeo: Oak Harbor

An exhilarating three-day motorcycle rodeo takes place at Windjammer Park in Oak Harbor, Washington.

Kristoferson Farm - Farm stand, U-pick Lavender, Workshops, Events

Lavender Workshop

At Kristoferson Farm, this workshop centers on creating crafts inspired by lavender. Participants can explore their creativity throughout the session.

South Whidbey Tilth Farmers Market

Local growers come together for a friendly farmers market near Bayview on SR 525. It is a welcoming place to meet area growers and browse their goods.

SAIL Fitness Class @ Soundview, Langley

Stay Active and Independent for Life, or SAIL, offers a class tailored to adults 65 and older. The program uses an evidence-based approach to improve cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength, balance, and flexibility.

Mythical Mondays: Create Your World

Build on your character by imagining the world around them. This session introduces mapmaking techniques and world-building strategies, then guides participants to design a personalized map and customize it to fit their vision. The event is held at Langley Library - Sno-Isle Libraries.

Reading with Rover

At Langley Library, elementary students ages 5 to 12 can boost reading skills and confidence by reading aloud to a certified therapy dog through Reading with Rover, a community literacy program. An adult should accompany each child.

Bingo Night at The Thirsty Crab

Settle in for a lively bingo evening at Thirsty Crab Brewery. Try your luck for prizes alongside a friendly crowd and enjoy the energetic vibe. Beer from the brewery adds to the experience as numbers are called and winners are announced.

Welcome to Medicare!

Learn what is happening with Medicare at a free seminar designed to help you get ready for coverage. The session is presented by volunteers from Statewide Health Insurance Benefits Advisors (SHIBA) and provides information to support Medicare preparation.

Trustland Trails - South Whidbey Parks & Recreation District

Langley Walking Group

A walking group meets on Trustland Trails in the South Whidbey Parks and Recreation District. The path is flat and ADA accessible. Walks occur every Tuesday. For more information, call 360-321-1600.

Summer Drop In - Bookbinding & Collage

Explore bookbinding and collage in a relaxed, drop-in format. Handmade books can carry stories, showcase images, and hold everything from personal reflections to simple to-do lists. Use this creative time to express your own style and begin a project that matches what you want to create.

Picnic in the Park with Parent to Parent at Fort Nugent

Bring the kids and a packed lunch for a relaxed meetup with Parent to Parent by the sheltered picnic area at Ft Nugent Park.

Fort Nugent Park

South Whidbey Parks and Recreation District

Emily McVicker on Whidbey Island

Emily McVicker blends skill and a touch of magic, shaping music with a looper pedal and even everyday items you might keep under the kitchen sink. With those tools she can create symphonic textures that carry listeners away.

Tuesday Concerts in the Park

South Whidbey Parks and Rec presents its annual Concerts in the Park, a weekly summer evening series of outdoor concerts. Attendees are welcome to bring a picnic dinner and relax in the park while enjoying live music.

Touch a Truck

Local community helpers will be on site with their vehicles for children to explore. This hands-on outdoor experience lets kids get a close look at the trucks and equipment that help keep people safe and the town running smoothly. It is suitable for families with children of all ages. Activities take place on the Community Green directly behind the Coupeville Library.

Connecting Through Crafts

At Freeland Library, spend time learning a new craft, meeting fellow makers, and exploring simple ways to express creativity. The featured project for this session is tie-dye tote bags.

Family Storytime at Castle Park

The program at South Whidbey Community Park features story sharing, singalongs, rhymes and hands-on activities for families that nurture a love of reading. Afterward, there may be time for play or a simple art project. This is a collaborative event.

Touch-a-Truck

This interactive outdoor event for families brings community helpers together with the trucks and equipment they use to keep people safe. Children can get an up-close look and explore the vehicles while learning about the important work these helpers do.

Clinton Library Book Group - "The Borrower"

This warm discussion invites readers to share their love of books. Meetings alternate month to month, shifting between a bring-your-own-book gathering and a session focused on a chosen title from Sno-Isle Libraries.

Taproom at Bayview Corner

Boundary Bay Brewers Night

Boundary Bay Brewery returns to Taproom at Bayview Corner for a brewers night tap takeover. Over the last year, the original owners retired and passed the brewery to a young couple. To keep favorite beers available during a move, the new team arranged for Black Raven Brewing to brew the original recipes while they set up a new nanobrewery and refreshed their food and cocktail offerings. They are opening a new spot on State St in Bellingham. This gathering highlights their ongoing transition and celebrates their return to the Taproom.

Mini Terrariums

Create a glass jar terrarium at the library and take your miniature landscape home when finished. Personalize your design with beach or forest themed decorations. Expect a little mess during the activity. Supplies are limited.

Adventures with Rae and Andi

Spend time with Rae from Langley Library and Andi from Whidbey Camano Land Trust at a two-part activity that begins with a short storytime and continues with a guided walk through one of South Whidbey’s beautiful preserves. Settle in for a quick read, then head out for a relaxed exploration along the trail.

Glendale Beach Preserve

Camano Commons: Live Music

Live music brings a mix of musical styles to Camano Commons Marketplace. Enjoy a warm, inviting atmosphere as performers add a lively soundtrack to the Commons.

Oak Harbor Farmers Market

Oak Harbor Farmers Market at Rotary Park features fresh, local offerings in a friendly market setting. The event is hosted by North Central Whidbey Farmers Markets.

Trivia

Trivia at The Spectacled Sasquatch features a friendly team-versus-team knowledge contest. Bring a crew, match wits with other groups, and enjoy a lighthearted showdown of smarts.

Joys of Plein Air Painting in Watercolor Workshop with Geoff Allen

Explore plein air watercolor with Geoff Allen while learning to capture the moment, color, and mood of Whidbey Island. The workshop emphasizes essential techniques that help you work faster, paint with more freedom, and achieve stronger results outdoors. Each day features focused practice on moisture control in paper, managing paint mixtures on the brush, and timing your applications to create the effects you intend. Geoff discusses brush choices and color palettes, encourages letting the water lead, and demonstrates approaches that simplify complex scenes while elevating design, expression, and atmosphere. One day is devoted to classroom instruction, followed by two days painting on location. Throughout, participants build a foundation around four key skills—values, major shapes, visual dynamics, and calligraphic marks. Individual follow ups reinforce concepts like judging value, separating light and shadow, making confident single-pass strokes, and softening edges to produce an expressive, impressionistic watercolor.

Read to Joe the Therapy Dog

Practice reading aloud with Joe, a certified therapy dog who is patient and lovable with plenty of personality. Children can build reading skills and confidence by sharing stories with this certified canine companion.

Yoga Summer Camp

Yoga Summer Camp on Whidbey Island offers a restorative getaway to deepen your practice, reconnect with nature, and unwind. The package includes a two night stay in a rustic cabin or camper, one potluck dinner, one prepared dinner, two breakfasts, and daily yoga and meditation. Optional wellness time in the sauna or a cold plunge bath is available, and there is a balance of guided activities and free time to explore the town and beaches, go hiking, or simply relax. Transportation is not included. The tentative flow begins on Friday with arrival, an evening meditation and yoga class, and a potluck dinner, with the option to gather by the fire afterward. Saturday features coffee or tea to start the day, a morning session, breakfast, optional sauna or cold plunge, open hours to relax or explore, an evening session, and a dinner prepared by Vidal, followed by time by the fire or other activities. Sunday includes coffee or tea, a final morning session, breakfast, an optional sauna or cold plunge, and checkout. The cost is $360 plus tax. Space is limited and payment is required to secure a reservation, with registration available online or in the studio. There are no refunds within 30 days of the event, and pets or children under 15 are not permitted. For questions or to inquire about hosting your own group, email Info@lakeviewyoga.com or call (425) 481-7020.

Whidbey Island

WICA Presents Summer Nights Series

The WICA Presents Summer Nights Series offers live music and performances beneath the Zech Hall tent, carrying forward a community tradition that started during the pandemic.

Island Shakespeare Festival

Theater

Island Shakespeare Festival: Macbeth

A bold new take on Macbeth from Island Shakespeare Festival examines what might drive a man to kill for a crown. Acclaimed physical theatre artists James Donlon and Alina shape the production with a physical approach to storytelling that highlights the play’s fierce ambition and its consequences.

Central Whidbey Sportsmen's

Falling Plates Rifle

A timed rifle competition where shooters aim to knock down steel plates as quickly and accurately as possible. Both speed and accuracy count, calling for quick target transitions paired with precise shots. The simple format adds real pressure and provides a clear check of marksmanship. Held at Central Whidbey Sportsmen's.

Whidbey Island Garden Tour 2026

The 2026 Whidbey Island Garden Tour marks the 30th anniversary of this long-running event. Since 1996, WIGT has organized a single-day summer tour that highlights private gardens. This milestone edition continues that tradition with a one-day showcase of these special spaces.

Soul Fire

At Windjammer (City Beach) Park on Oak Harbor’s waterfront, a four-band live music event raises funds for Thanksgiving meals for people experiencing homelessness by Orlando’s Southern BBQ. Soul Fire is part of the lineup. Further details will be announced.

Salish Moon @ Thirsty Crab Brewery

Salish Moon sets the tone at Thirsty Crab Brewery with music, beer, and a relaxed atmosphere.

An Evening of Americana with Eden

At Kraken’s Cove, Brazilian American artist and songwriter Eden offers an acoustic take on Americana, pairing rich, soul-tinged vocals with personal, story-driven lyrics drawn from real-life moments. Her earthy, welcoming sound invites comparisons to Norah Jones, Bonnie Raitt, and Miranda Lambert. A boutique artist whose recordings have involved musicians and producers who have earned Grammys, she brings an honest, emotive approach to each song.

Kraken’s Cove

July Homemaker Swap

Bring ten individual homemade or homegrown items to exchange, and head home with ten new finds. Labels are helpful, and including recipes or instructions is welcome. Items can range from baked goods and salves to garden produce, jams, pickles, seeds, crafts, and more. Kids, friends, and anyone who wants to spend time together are welcome. Participation in the swap is not required, so attending just to mingle is perfectly fine. Contributions of a snack, dish, or beverage to share are appreciated but not required.

Fort Casey State Park

Friends of the Coupeville Library Farmers Market Book Sale

These outdoor sales take place on Saturdays alongside the Farmers Market, set up just behind the Coupeville Library.

Sail Back in Time on the Schooner SUVA

Set sail on Penn Cove aboard the schooner SUVA and experience Whidbey Island from the water. This outing evokes an earlier era and offers views of the cove from the deck.

Women’s Rewilding Retreat

The Women’s Rewilding Retreat offers a day of intention, nourishment, and meaningful connection on Whidbey Island in Washington State. Step away from the noise of daily life, slow your pace, and ground in nature while reconnecting with your wise, wild self within a circle of supportive sisterhood. The experience weaves together a gentle forest bathing walk, intuitive eco art created in relationship with the living world, a guided Reiki session among the trees, and calming meditation. Settle into deep rest with a soothing sound bath held in a setting of trees and the Puget Sound, then share a heart-opening tea and cacao ceremony. A wholesome picnic lunch is included, along with morning and afternoon refreshments. Participants also receive journal prompts and take-home practices, spacious solo time in the forest for reflection, and a handmade nature-inspired gift bag. The cost is $325, and a $75 discount coupon is available upon request for those who need support. Designed as a remembering and a returning to one’s natural rhythm, this intimate gathering encourages you to leave feeling grounded, expanded, and fully alive. Space is limited to maintain a thoughtful, close-knit atmosphere.

Near Strawberry Point

Whidbey Island Kite Fliers Fun Fly

Please plan ahead, since a Discover Pass will be needed. Bring a valid pass with you.

Fort Casey State Park

South Whidbey Community Center

rePurpose Repair Cafe — rePurpose

rePurpose is hosting a Repair Cafe at South Whidbey Community Center. To locate the event, use the “Art Cafe” entrance beneath the large mural featuring children holding a flower.

WICA Presents Summer Nights Series

The Summer Nights series brings live music and performances to the Zech Hall tent at Whidbey Island Center for the Arts. Originating during the pandemic, it continues as a community tradition under the tent.

St. Augustine's in the Woods Episcopal Church

Friends and Neighbors: A Musical Address in Old Vienna

At St. Augustine's in the Woods Episcopal Church, this concert traces a musical path to 18th-century Vienna through the story of one remarkable residence, the Grosses Michaelerhaus. Under a single roof, neighbors shaped one another's art, and the program reflects that exchange with music linked to Nicola Porpora, the renowned Italian teacher, a young Joseph Haydn who worked and played for Porpora in return for instruction, Marianna Martines, a gifted composer and keyboard player who lived in the building and studied with both, and W. A. Mozart, a frequent guest and friend. The performance honors how proximity, mentorship, and friendship can spark cultural change, placing the often overlooked Martines alongside her celebrated contemporaries to reveal the breadth of the Viennese spirit. Inspired by a house once filled with salons and corridors of sound, this gathering offers chamber music that blends elegance with storytelling and a sense of connection, echoing the creative community found on Whidbey Island.

Sail Back in Time on the Schooner SUVA

Set out on Penn Cove aboard the schooner SUVA for a Whidbey Island sailing experience. Departing from Coupeville Wharf, this outing gives you time on the water under sail.

South Whidbey Tilth Farmers Market

A farmers market brings together a community of growers in a welcoming setting. Connect with the growers and enjoy the atmosphere of a community market.

Kick It at the Library: Soccer Watch Party

Freeland Library transforms into a game day hub for a soccer watch party where fun and team spirit are the focus. Follow every exciting moment from kickoff to the final whistle.

Cribbage Tournament at Thirsty Crab

Thirsty Crab Brewery is hosting its first cribbage tournament. Participation is limited to the first 32 players.

Summer Concert Series: Coupeville

The Summer Concert Series brings music to the Coupeville Town Park Pavilion throughout the season, with recurring concerts held at the pavilion.

Coupeville Town Park

Central Whidbey Sportsmen's

Falling Plates Rifle Match

Falling Plates Rifle Match challenges shooters to tip steel targets from their posts while racing the timer and measuring up against other competitors. It centers on practical rifle skills in a structured match setting.

WhidbeyHealth Medical Center

Preventing Diabetes

Hosted at WhidbeyHealth (Medical Center), this free two hour class is designed for people with fasting blood glucose between 100 and 125 or an A1C between 5.7 and 6.4. About one third of individuals in this range develop diabetes within three years, and the session focuses on steps to help lower that risk. Topics include healthy eating, the basics of carb counting, becoming more active, and setting SMART goals for prevention. Space is limited and pre registration is required. To register, call (360) 678-7656 ext. 4210.

Mythical Mondays: Create Your Vehicle

At Langley Library - Sno-Isle Libraries, continue your project by deciding how your character travels through the world you imagined. Design, paint, and decorate a vehicle exactly how you want it, creating a personalized piece that fits your story.

Teen Drop-In Hour

This casual hangout is for teens and tweens ages 10 to 18. Spend time with friends, make a craft, play board games, or focus on homework. Snacks are available.

Adult Ballet Beginner

A welcoming class for adults new to ballet, led by Kylene Ayer at Kylene’s Space. It offers an easy introduction to dance in a relaxed setting where friends are welcome and laughter is part of the experience.

Kylene’s Space

Bingo Night at The Thirsty Crab

At Thirsty Crab Brewery, a lively bingo night brings together prizes, excitement, and friendly competition. Participants have a chance at big wins while enjoying great beer and good company. It is a relaxed, social evening built around bingo and shared fun.

JUL21

Summer Drop in - Water Canvas Painting

Experiment with painting on a water canvas using sponges and brushes, exploring a material designed for creative expression in a new way. This drop-in session is part of a summer lineup of hands-on activities that incorporate science. The program takes place at Clinton Library - Sno-Isle Libraries.

JUL21

Tuesday Concerts in the Park

South Whidbey Parks and Recreation hosts its annual Tuesday Concerts in the Park, a summer series that takes place on weekly evenings at South Whidbey Community Park. Attendees are welcome to bring a picnic dinner and enjoy the concerts in a relaxed park setting.

JUL22

Family Field Day

Giant Tetris, Ladder Toss, and other outdoor games set the scene for a relaxed, drop-in afternoon of play. The activities take place on the Coupeville Town Green outside the library.

JUL22

Bayview Corner Street Dance: ROSSaCONN

ROSSaCONN brings an upbeat set of instrumental originals built for dancing, blending funk, African influences, reggae rock, and inspirations drawn from life. The trio features Stephan Ross on bass, Eric Nightsong Conn on guitar, and Rachman Ross on drums, keeping the groove lively throughout. The festivities continue rain or shine. Beer, wine, and soft drinks will be sold, you can grab food from Merriweather Creperie or the Taproom, and bringing a picnic is welcome. Free and family friendly, the celebration welcomes community members and visitors alike.

JUL22

Family Storytime at Castle Park

Families can enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and creative activities together that spark a love of reading. Playtime or an art activity may follow. Please bring a blanket.

Drop-in Tech Help

Explore how to use the library's online services, from e-books and downloadable audiobooks to streaming options and educational databases. Bring your device to get set up or to receive help with basic tasks.

Outdoor Family Storytime

Enjoy a family-friendly session filled with stories, songs, rhymes, and hands-on creativity that encourages a love of reading. After the main activities, there may be time for free play or a simple art project. Plans may change depending on the weather.

Camano Commons: Live Music

Camano Commons Marketplace hosts live music that brings a variety of sounds to the heart of the marketplace. Performances offer a range of tunes in a relaxed setting.

Oak Harbor Farmers Market

Organized by North Central Whidbey Farmers Markets, the Oak Harbor Farmers Market is a weekly Thursday event with a local focus.

Trivia

Teams face off in a friendly knowledge contest against other groups. It is a lighthearted challenge to see who knows the most.

The Top Restaurant and Lounge

The Spin-offs at The Top on Whidbey

The Spin-offs perform at The Top on Whidbey in Clinton, Washington, pairing live music with food and drinks. Travel options include taking the ferry from Mukilteo or enjoying a scenic drive along I-5.

Salamander Junction @ The Barnyard

Salamander Junction brings its 6-piece Americana sound to The Barnyard, blending country, rock, and folk into a lively soundtrack for The Junction, their symbolic crossroads where community and celebration meet. Hailing from Whidbey Island, WA, the group salutes American music greats while charting its own course with dance-ready sets and freewheeling improvisation. The lineup pairs the twin guitar drive of Don Chappell and Luke Pauley with the soulful keys and fingerstyle acoustic textures of Simone Rico, the soaring fiddle of Julie Radmilla, and a tight rhythm section powered by Donald Singleton and Jeff Nelson. The result pushes ahead with locomotive momentum, welcoming listeners into a shared space of revelry and song.

The Barnyard

Painting Flowers Workshop with Richard Kochenash

Artist Richard Kochenash leads a hands-on workshop devoted to painting flowers with freshness and clarity. The focus moves beyond basic drawing, values, and edges, encouraging loose gesture, energetic marks, quick yet intentional decisions, and the challenge of portraying light as it glows through petals and softens shadows. Color is approached through layered applications that visually blend into a radiant result. The workshop opens with a demonstration in which Richard shares his process, explaining choices in composition, how to structure a workflow, and how to choose suitable paints. He also shows how specialized tools and materials can shape floral forms through techniques like lifting, scraping, painting, and wiping. Participants then create their own compositions from live subjects, receiving ample one-on-one guidance along with supportive group critiques to refine technique and strengthen personal expression.

Deception Pass Golf Center

Foundation Cup

The Foundation Cup brings the community together at Deception Pass Golf Center for a day of golf with purpose. The event supports low-income families with children on Whidbey Island and helps provide trade school scholarships through the Windermere Foundation. Whether the draw is the game itself or the chance to give back, each swing helps make a positive impact for local families.

Friends of the Oak Harbor Library Pop-Up Book Sale

Browse a pop-up sale from the Friends of the Oak Harbor Library featuring hundreds of gently used items. Explore children’s and adult books along with CDs and DVDs, offering a chance to pick up your next read or revisit music from years past.

Farm Friday - Open Mic — Organic Farm School

This weekly music gathering at Organic Farm School changes format from week to week, sometimes offering an open mic and other times featuring performances by a solo musician or a duo. Guests can contribute a potluck dish and bring their own serving pieces, including plates and utensils.

WICA Presents Summer Nights Series

Live music and performances take place under the Zech Hall tent as part of the WICA Presents Summer Nights Series. This community tradition began during the pandemic.

Sail Back in Time on the Schooner SUVA

Step into the past aboard the schooner SUVA with a sail on Penn Cove. Experience Whidbey Island from the water as the schooner navigates the cove.

Tea in the USA: Exploring our history and culture with Camellia sinensis

As the nation’s anniversary month draws to a close, a relaxed conversation explores the past and future of Camellia sinensis in the United States. The discussion looks at overlooked chapters of tea history, how tea is viewed today, and opportunities for the country’s tea culture to thrive. Tastings include teas cultivated and processed within the USA.

Bowling Fun for the Whole Family: All Ages All Abilities. RSVP required

This family-friendly bowling session at Oak Bowl welcomes participants of every age and ability. The price is $8 per person and covers 90 minutes on the lanes along with shoe rental, paid directly to Oak Bowl. RSVP is required.

Salish Moon @ Double Bluff Brewery

Salish Moon performs outdoors at Double Bluff Brewing Co., bringing live music to the open air.

Double Bluff Brewing Co.

HIT MACHINE at Whidbey Island Fair 2026!

Hit Machine will be the headlining act for the 2026 Whidbey Island Fair. Their featured set anchors the fair's entertainment.

Whidbey Island Fair

Bayview Farmers Market

At Bayview Farmers Market, visitors can wander among lively vendor stalls, enjoy live music from local artists, and uncover a one of a kind handmade find.

Taproom@Bayview Corner

Friends of the Coupeville Library Farmers Market Book Sale

An outdoor book sale takes place every Saturday alongside the Farmers Market, set directly behind the Coupeville Library. The sale is not held during Arts and Crafts weekend. Visitors can browse and purchase books while attending the market.

Friends of the Oak Harbor Library Pop-Up Book Sale

Browse hundreds of gently used books for children and adults, plus CDs and DVDs, at a pop-up sale organized by the Friends of the Oak Harbor Library. Hunt for your next great read or reconnect with a favorite CD from years ago. The sale takes place at Oak Harbor Library - Sno-Isle Libraries.

WICA Presents Summer Nights Series

Taking place at Whidbey Island Center for the Arts, this program offers live music and performances beneath the Zech Hall tent, continuing a community tradition that began during the pandemic.

JUL26

South Whidbey Tilth Farmers Market

A community of growers comes together at the South Whidbey Tilth Farmers' Market, creating a welcoming place to meet producers and explore their offerings. Set along SR 525 near Bayview, this gathering highlights the area’s agricultural spirit and provides a friendly marketplace experience.

Island Shakespeare Festival

JUL26

Theater

Island Shakespeare Festival: Macbeth

At Island Shakespeare Festival, a new staging of Macbeth explores what compels a man to commit murder in pursuit of the throne. Guided by physical theatre artists James Donlon and Alina, the production delves into ruthless ambition and the heavy price it exacts.

JUL27

SAIL Fitness Class @ Soundview, Langley

The SAIL fitness class at Soundview Center in Langley offers an evidence-based program for adults 65+ that builds cardiovascular fitness, strength, balance, and flexibility. It is designed to help older adults maintain mobility and independence in everyday activities.

JUL27

Sno-Isle Libraries Board of Trustees Meeting

At Coupeville Library, the Board of Trustees for Sno-Isle Libraries meets to conduct official business. This seven-member body establishes library policies, reviews the annual budget for approval, and guides the overall direction of Sno-Isle Libraries.

JUL27

Bingo Night at The Thirsty Crab

Settle in for a lively evening of bingo at Thirsty Crab Brewery. Expect upbeat energy, plenty of chances to take home prizes, and the camaraderie of fellow players. Enjoy the brewery’s beer as you mark your cards, listen for the numbers, and celebrate every win.

JUL28

Summer Drop In - Soap Carving and Bath Bombs

Explore soap carving and create bath bombs in a hands-on setting. Each session features a new activity that combines science, technology, engineering, art, and math.

JUL29

Tidepools and Trivia

Dive into the wonders of the Puget Sound with a trivia session for children ages 5 and older. Participants can test their knowledge of marine life, learn new facts about what lives beneath the surface, and have a chance to win prizes. Interpretive Ranger Tabitha from Washington State Parks will share stories, photos, and quiz questions about the briny deep. Supported by Friends of the Coupeville Library.

JUL29

Marine Mammals of the Salish Sea

Beachgoers and island kayakers can learn what actions to take if they encounter a stranded marine mammal. The event addresses situations involving seals, sea lions and pups, as well as whales, dolphins, and porpoises. It takes place at Freeland Library - Sno-Isle Libraries.

JUL29

Josaleigh Pollett

Josaleigh Pollett performs at Koneksi Gallery in Clinton. Tickets are available for this event.

Koneksi Gallery

Insect Safari

Guest entomologist Don Ehlen recounts his expeditions to collect insects and explains how arthropods are classified. More than two thousand preserved insect specimens will be on display, providing a broad look at insect diversity.

Family Storytime

Families can enjoy a mix of stories, songs, and rhymes along with simple creative activities that nurture a love of reading. After the main session, there may be time for play or a small art project. For any questions, please reach out.

Oak Harbor Library Book Group - "Little Fires Everywhere" by Celeste Ng

Celebrate a love of reading with a group discussion of Little Fires Everywhere by Celeste Ng. A limited number of copies is available for pickup at the Oak Harbor Sno-Isle Library.

The Magic of Brian Ledbetter

Brian Ledbetter presents a showcase of magic and illusions at Clinton Community Hall, drawing on an extensive career that includes performances in over 40 countries; he first gained international recognition at the age of 16.

Camano Commons: Live Music

Live performances present a varied mix of musical styles at Camano Commons Marketplace. The series brings music to the heart of Camano Commons.

Oak Harbor Farmers Market

Presented by North Central Whidbey Farmers Markets, Oak Harbor Farmers Market takes place at Rotary Park and highlights fresh, local offerings in a welcoming community setting.

Trivia

Bring a team for a friendly knowledge competition against other groups. Enjoy lighthearted rivalry while working together and showing what you know.

Read to Joe the Therapy Dog

At Freeland Library - Sno-Isle Libraries, children can read aloud to Joe, a certified therapy dog with a gentle, patient nature and a big personality. This supportive experience helps children strengthen reading skills and build confidence.

Community Meal – Brookhaven

On Thursdays, except on holidays, the Brookhaven community meal welcomes everyone with a pay-what-you-can model. Attendees decide the amount they can give for their own plate or to help cover someone else’s. The full cost to provide one meal is $12.20, shared as a helpful guideline for donations.

Farm Friday feat. Fret & Fire — Organic Farm School

Organic Farm School hosts the band Fret & Fire, the duo of Kevin Fristad and Michael Laslett, for a live performance.

Island Shakespeare Festival

Theater

Island Shakespeare Festival: Macbeth

A bold new production of Macbeth at Island Shakespeare Festival explores what could drive a man to kill for a crown. The production features acclaimed physical theatre artists James Donlon and Alina, highlighting their craft in Shakespeare’s play.

AUG5

Bayview Corner Street Dance: Western Heroes

Western Heroes set the stage for a Bayview Corner street dance with a high energy mix of original tunes crafted to keep everyone on their feet. For 16 years they have shared their dance-driven sound with the Whidbey Island community, covering everything from polka to punk. The band features Michael and David Licastro on guitars and vocals, Lorraine Newland on bass and vocals, David Maloney on drums, and Larry Neubauer on keyboards and vocals. The celebration goes on rain or shine. Beer, wine, and soft drinks are available for purchase, food can be picked up from Merriweather Creperie or the Taproom, and picnic dinners are welcome. Free and family friendly, it is open to community members and visitors alike.

AUG6

Intro to Egg Tempera with Dominique Medici

Explore the glow of egg tempera in an immersive three to four day workshop. Follow the classical approach from preparing true gesso panels and mixing tempera from scratch to building luminous layers, glazing, and precise detail celebrated by Renaissance painters. Designed for both beginners and experienced artists, this hands-on experience offers a clear path into one of the most refined and enduring painting traditions. Additional information and registration are available. Early registration is recommended.

AUG7

Whidbey Island Rendezvous

Whidbey Island Rendezvous offers free admission, with vendors on site and vendor registration available by contacting Greg at 360-679-4657. Period dress is welcome and encouraged. Activities include a primitive archery trail, opportunities to learn to shoot a muzzleloader and to throw a tomahawk, tomahawk and knife throwing, rifle, pistol and trade gun shooting, exploration of a tin teepee and a modern camp, living history encampments, and live blacksmithing. The G.A. Ruxton Museum of the Fur Trade will be featured. Kids can take part in games and a candy cannon. Camping is available, and sign-up is available for the black powder shoot. For additional details, see the pinned flyer.

Greene's Gun Shop

AUG8

Race the Reserve Whidbey Island

Set in Coupeville on Whidbey Island, this race showcases sweeping coastal and prairie scenery. Runners begin on the south side of this seaport community and make their way through Ebey’s Prairie and Crockett Prairie inside Ebey’s Landing National Historical Reserve, taking in expansive ocean and farmland vistas. The route spans pastoral landscapes in the Reserve and the waterways of Puget Sound, Admiralty Inlet, and the Straits of Juan de Fuca, with sightlines that can stretch to Mount Baker, the North Cascades, the Olympic Mountains and Peninsula, Mount Rainier, and the San Juan Islands. Along Admiralty Inlet, participants might even spot the ferries traveling between Coupeville and Port Townsend. A mix of seaside bluffs, forested sections, dirt and paved paths, and open prairies creates a distinctive, competitive running experience in the first of only three historical reserves in the country. The event supports graduation week activities and a safe and sober graduation night for the 2027 seniors from Coupeville High School. This race is USATF sanctioned.

Coupeville, Washington

AUG8

WhidbeyHealth (Medical Center)

Preventing Diabetes

Learn practical ways to lower the risk of diabetes in a free, two-hour class at WhidbeyHealth Medical Center. It is intended for individuals with fasting blood glucose between 100 and 125 or an A1C between 5.7 and 6.4, a range in which about one third of people develop diabetes within three years. The session covers everyday strategies such as healthy eating, the basics of carbohydrate counting, becoming more active, and setting SMART goals for prevention. There is no fee to attend, but space is limited and advance registration is required. To register, call (360) 678-7656 ext. 4210.

AUG9

Salamander Junction @ Thirsty Crab Brewery

Salamander Junction brings a lively, electrified dance set to Thirsty Crab Brewery, drawing from American music legends. Expect a high energy performance featuring songs associated with Jerry Garcia Band, Smokey Robinson, Dolly Parton, Tom Petty, JJ Cale, and Dwight Yoakam, with more in the mix to appeal to many tastes. The six-piece Americana group features Whidbey Island musicians Don Chappell on guitar and vocals, Luke Pauley on guitar and vocals, Simone Rico on guitar, keys, and vocals, Donald Singleton on bass, Jeff Nelson on drums, and Julie Cuic on fiddle. With this lineup, the band delivers a big, driving sound built to get audiences moving. Salamander Junction is dedicated to nurturing an inclusive community of musicians and music fans by creating a welcoming gathering they call the Junction, centered on camaraderie, fun, and plenty of great tunes.

AUG9

All Mopar Summer Sizzler Car Show

An annual all Mopar car event takes place at Oak Harbor Mopars, bringing together Mopar vehicles and the community that appreciates them. It offers a welcoming setting devoted to Mopar pride and enthusiasm.

Oak Harbor Motors

AUG13

2026 COLONIAL ENCAMPMENT

Hosted by the Northwest Colonial Reenactors Association, this 24th annual encampment welcomes enthusiasts of the Colonial and Revolutionary eras. Participants spend several days connecting with new and longtime friends, exchanging knowledge through seminars and campfire conversations, taking part in shooting competitions, enjoying afternoon tea, playing period games, and dancing. Families come together for a Saturday potluck with a raffle. Period clothing and historical-style lodging are required in the main camp, and a separate area is available for non-period camping.

Whidbey Island Fairgrounds & Events Center

LittleBIGFest Music and Arts Festival | Aug 14-16, 2026

LittleBIGFest Music and Arts Festival at the Whidbey Island Fairgrounds & Events Center in Langley, Washington, offers a community-centered celebration of live performance and creativity. Expect four stages with bands and DJ sets, camping, artisan and food vendors, beverage gardens, a family zone, a healing zone, and a silent disco, plus more to discover. The first wave of artists includes Outer Orbit, Torin Frost & the Patterns of Saturn, John Kessler Band, Panda Conspiracy, Galen Clark Trio, Nathaniel Talbot Band, Shadow Basket, Haunting Autumn, Shelby Natasha, Celia Farran, Mysterium featuring Andre Feriante and Eric Fredrich, and Ant Aesthetic. Season sponsor: Whidbey Telecom.

By the Harbor Market

By the Harbor Market fills Historic Downtown Oak Harbor with a breezy waterfront feel and a touch of nostalgia. Wander along Pioneer Way to browse a carefully selected mix of vintage pieces, antiques, original art, rustic primitives, handmade creations, quirky junque, and unique finds from local vendors and makers. Whether you are searching for a standout statement piece, a special gift, or simply enjoy the thrill of an unexpected discovery, this market caters to treasure seekers. It showcases the heart of downtown while highlighting local businesses in a relaxed summer setting by the harbor.

Informed by Nature: Painting in Still Life with Juliette Aristides

This in-person workshop on Whidbey Island with Juliette Aristides focuses on creating a small still life in oil from direct observation. Instruction highlights composition, proportion, value structure, and color relationships, taught through a clear, step-by-step approach rooted in classical practice. To complement the studio work, part of each day is dedicated to sketching outdoors, bringing the surrounding environment into the learning process. The format welcomes both beginners and experienced artists and aims to build picture-making skills while renewing confidence and enthusiasm for creating art.

5th Annual Collaborative Gold Tournament

Spend an afternoon on the fairways at Whidbey Golf Club with a tournament welcoming both seasoned golfers and those simply looking to enjoy a great day with friends. The event features games, contests, food, drinks, prizes, and opportunities for networking. Play begins with a shotgun start following registration. Teams will compete over 18 holes for the Best Single Gross Score and the bragging rights that come with being crowned tournament champions.

Whidbey Golf Club

Yoga Summer Camp

Set on Whidbey Island, this Yoga Summer Camp offers a two-night getaway centered on practice, nature, and relaxation. Lodging is provided in a rustic cabin or camper, and the package includes a potluck dinner, a prepared dinner, and two breakfasts. Each day features yoga and meditation, with optional access to a sauna and cold plunge. There is a balance of group activities and free time to explore the town, visit beaches, go hiking, or simply unwind, with opportunities to gather by the fire in the evening. Coffee and tea help start the day, and one dinner is prepared by Vidal. Transportation is not included. The cost is $360 plus tax. Space is limited, and registration is available online or in the studio with payment required to secure a spot. There are no refunds within 30 days of the event, and pets or children under 15 are not permitted. Those interested in hosting a private group can request details. For questions or group inquiries, email Info@lakeviewyoga.com or call (425) 481-7020.

Whidbey Island

AUG15

Comedy

Kyle Kinane Live at WICA!

Kyle Kinane brings his singular voice to Whidbey Island Center for the Arts for a night of sharp, personal, and unexpected standup. Known for quick turns of phrase and vivid storytelling drawn from everyday life, he tours nationally as a comedian, writer, and actor. His appearances include Conan, The Tonight Show, Netflix's The Standups, and three hour-long Comedy Central specials. On screen he has been seen in Judd Apatow's Love, truTV's Those Who Can't, and Drunk History. Cozy Comedy presents this special standup event.

AUG15

Windjammer (City Beach) Park

Island County Community Day

Spend a day at Windjammer Park exploring Sherwood’s work alongside community partners dedicated to building inclusive communities in Island County. Pick up a Community Passport, visit each booth to collect stamps, then turn it in to receive a prize. Meet partners such as Good Cheer Food Bank, Imagination Cove, Langley Whale Center, NASWI EFMP, the exceptional family member program, Pacific Rim Institute, and STEPS. More information will be announced.

AUG16

End of Summer BBQ with Parent to Parent & Star Behavior Consulting

A welcoming family-friendly gathering where food and entertainment are provided, making it easy to simply enjoy time together. Open to all ages and abilities, it includes a free lunch along with arts and crafts and a variety of games.

Ft Nugent Park

AUG18

Windjammer (City Beach) Park

Windjammer Splash Park

Pack lunch, bring the kids and sunscreen, and spend a relaxed afternoon at Windjammer (City Beach) Park. Enjoy the scenic backdrop and time at the splash park.

AUG19

SW Beeksma Dr, Oak Harbor, WA 98277, United States

Joel Gibson Jr. @ Oak Harbor Sounds of Summer Concert (Full Band)

Joel Gibson Jr. brings his full band to the Oak Harbor Sounds of Summer Concert for an all-ages show that is free to the public. His sound blends country rock with Southern soul, delivered with modern country grit and a dynamic stage approach. A five-time Washington State Independent Music Award recipient and an eight-time NW-CMA winner, he has played more than a thousand shows across the country and has shared bills with Trace Adkins, Chris Janson, and Joe Nichols. Expect commanding vocals, Southern rock fire, and a set designed to get the crowd involved.

AUG19

Bayview Corner Street Dance: PETE

PETE performs at the Bayview Corner Street Dance, delivering rock and blues made for dancing along with an American groove sound. The lineup features Fredde Butterworth on drums, guitarists Dave Draper and David Licastro, Marc Strader on bass, and Danny Ward on saxophone. The event goes on in any weather. Beer, wine, and soft beverages are sold on site, you can grab food from Merriweather Creperie or the Taproom, and picnic dinners are welcome. Admission is free and the gathering is open to the entire community and visitors, with a family friendly atmosphere.

AUG20

Georgetown Brewers Night

This annual Brewer’s Night features Georgetown Brewing. The focus is on beer and a lively, social atmosphere.

AUG21

Island County Fair Grounds

25th Annual Omoksee and year end banquet

The 25th annual Omoksee offers a full weekend of arena action and a year end banquet. Friday night features a jackpot barrel race with added payouts, including $500 to the Open and $250 for Youth. Saturday brings the main Omoksee with Poles, Western Jumping, Speed barrels, two barrel flags, and Bi wrangle. The Team portion follows Bi wrangle, then championship flags and poles wrap up the day. The Year End Series banquet takes place that evening after the championships conclude. Everyone is welcome. The club provides a pulled pork main dish, while Peewee, Junior and Intermediate participants are asked to bring drinks or dessert, and Senior and Super Senior participants are asked to bring a side dish or dessert. Sunday continues with Keg, Polo, Still figure 8, Stake and key, followed by awards after the show. Camping is coordinated through the Port of South Whidbey. Food and drinks will be available throughout the weekend from the Scallywagon. Sponsors who contribute $500 or more receive free entry. For questions or issues, call 425-319-0069.

AUG21

Bread & Gravy (duo) At The Top on Whidbey!

Appearing at The Top on Whidbey, Bread & Gravy performs as a duo with a comforting, roots-rich sound. The set blends Americana, blues, rock and soul, pairing well-known songs from across the decades with original material. Expect an easygoing vibe and plenty of playful, groan-worthy humor.

The Top on Whidbey

AUG28

Plein Air Painting Workshop with Mike Hernandez

Mike Hernandez leads a three-day plein air workshop focused on core painting skills. Through demonstrations and guided practice, artists explore composition, color relationships, lighting, atmospheric perspective, simplification, and shape design while working in gouache, acrylic, or oils. The aim is to help artists capture convincing natural or stylized light and color in their work. The workshop begins with a lecture supported by still images, followed by demonstrations on color, composition design, lighting design, simplification, and atmospheric perspective. The final two days are dedicated to outdoor painting, with Mike circulating to provide hands-on instruction.

SEP2

Bayview Corner Street Dance: Ike & the Old Man

A lively street dance at Bayview Corner features Ike & the Old Man. What started eight years ago as a father and son duo has grown into a full band that mixes pop, rock, blues, country, and jazz. The lineup includes Isaac and Mark Wacker, Kent Turner on drums, and multi-instrumentalist Ray Shelly. The event is free and family friendly, welcoming both community members and visitors. It takes place rain or shine. Beer, wine, and soft drinks are available for purchase. Food can be picked up from Merriweather Creperie or the Taproom, and picnic dinners are welcome.

SEP5

Windjammer Park, Whidbey Island, Wa

ROCK 'n' ROLL STROLL 5K family fun walk/run

This family friendly, rock and roll themed 5K walk or run helps kick off the Oak Harbor Music Festival weekend while raising funds for early support services for infants and toddlers with disabilities or developmental delays. Now in its third year, it is a non-competitive experience where participants of all ages can move at their own pace and every finisher is celebrated. The day begins at Windjammer Park in Oak Harbor on Whidbey Island, following a fully paved waterfront route to Catalina Park at the Marina and back, and free parking is available. Check in at registration to pick up a race bib and T-shirt, then enjoy kids’ activities, face painting, and fun photo backdrops before heading out. Pre-registered participants receive a free shirt. New this year is a free Baby Steps half-mile route designed for the youngest participants and their families, with strollers welcome and an optional event T-shirt available for $10. Costumes are encouraged, so channel a favorite rock star with leather, lace, bandanas, tutus, crowns, big hair, glitter, and plenty of smiles. Strolling, walking, running, skipping, hopping, and dancing are all welcome ways to reach the finish. Strollers and tricycles are permitted, and pets are welcome on the course with owners asked to clean up after them. Snacks and refreshments await at the end, and families can continue the celebration at the Oak Harbor Music Festival. Pricing is $30 for adults, $15 for youth ages 5 to 11, and free for children under 5. Proceeds support therapy, education, and resources that help local families promote their child’s growth and development.

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Whidbey Women and Art

Hosted at Dancing Fish Vineyards, Whidbey Women and Art presents a wide variety of creations by women artists from the community, with pieces available to browse and purchase. The event raises funds in support of education for women and girls.

Dancing Fish Vineyards

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Portraits Workshop with Becky Parrish

Designed for artists at any stage, this workshop offers personalized guidance from Becky Parrish to expand creative expression and strengthen painting technique. Participants will dive into practical, hands-on work, receive constructive feedback, and experiment with a range of oil painting approaches. The focus centers on the craft of still life, and by the end each person can expect to leave with a completed piece and a clearer understanding of how to bring these subjects to life. The setting is supportive and encouraging, with instruction tailored to individual growth.

Toddler Storytime with Rebecca

Jump and bounce into a world of stories, music, and movements that help encourage toddlers to read. A playtime will follow the event.

New Homelands; Local Poetry

Join local poets Lorraine Healy and Mark Strohschein for a poetry reading and group discussion. The focus will be on homeland and the experience of finding home in new places. Lorraine Healy, an award-winning poet and photographer with an M.F.A., will be present. Mark Strohschein, a Pushcart Prize-nominated poet, will also participate. They will explore themes of homeland and belonging through their work.

Snowmageddon

Enjoy snow stories, snow crafts, and an indoor snowball fight. Cocoa or hot cider will be available. This event is hosted by the Freeland Library, Langley Library, and Clinton Library.

Calling All Trainers: Pokémon Club

Calling all Pokémon enthusiasts! Whether youre a seasoned Pokémon Master or just embarking on your journey, you can connect with fellow fans, exchange valuable tips, and explore your creativity. Engage in Pokémon-themed crafts and participate in thrilling trivia games. Open to ages 8 and up. Snacks will be available courtesy of the Friends of the Langley Library.

Arts Workshop with the Red Cross

Discover the power of creativity and self-expression in a supportive and restorative setting. A staff member of the Red Cross will lead this hands-on workshop, which combines art and mindfulness to help promote emotional well-being and inner balance. No prior artistic experience is required... just come as you are and explore the restorative potential of the arts.