Holiday Tea

Begin the holidays with high tea at Willowbrook Manor. Sweets, savories , scones and a pot of delicious Willowbrook tea are served in the manor, that makes you feel like you have stepped back in time.

Willowbrook Manor English Teahouse and Farm Stay

2025 Coastal Christmas - Tree Lighting Ceremony

Coastal Christmas - Tree Lighting Ceremony Join us for our annual Tree Lighting Ceremony!  Program starts at 6:00 PM, this event includes the following... A fire dance performance from Pyro Dancers LLC.  Musical performances from Island View, Mt. Erie, and Fid......More

Coastal Christmas - Tree Lighting Ceremony Join us for our annual Tree Lighting Ceremony!  Program starts at 6:00 PM, this event includes the following... A fire dance performance from Pyro Dancers LLC.  Musical performances from Island View, Mt. Erie, and Fidalgo Elementary School Choirs, as well as the Anacortes High School Choir. A dance performance from Fidalgo DanceWorks students.  Free hot cocoa, generously provided by the local Salvation Army.  Pictures with Santa The tree lighting takes place at approximately 6:45 PM.  We hope to see you there!  Thank you to our Sponsors                                 

819 Commercial Ave Anacortes, WA 98221

2025 Charm Walk - Coastal Christmas Edition

Anacortes Charm Walk (Coastal Christmas Edition) December 6 - December 13 Discover the charm of downtown Anacortes while collecting unique charms from local businesses to create your very own Coastal Christmas charm bracelet!  Perfect for treating yourself, or gi......More

Anacortes Charm Walk (Coastal Christmas Edition) December 6 - December 13 Discover the charm of downtown Anacortes while collecting unique charms from local businesses to create your very own Coastal Christmas charm bracelet!  Perfect for treating yourself, or giving as a gift this holiday season!  Here’s how it works: Register for your bracelet using the registration link (Limited to 100 bracelets).  Pick up or have your bracelet shipped   Pick up your bracelet from the Anacortes Chamber of Commerce Ste F (upstairs) between November 17th - December 5th. Collect charms from participating businesses from December 6th - December 13th.  Bracelet: $45 (Comes with a standard silver bracelet, a sachet, a passport with a map of participating businesses, and an Experience Anacortes sticker) IMPORTANT DATES Bracelet Purchase Online: November 1 - December 5th In Person Purchase (cash only) at Visitor Information Center: Dec 6 - 7 & Dec 13 Bracelet Purchase Dec 8 - Dec 12: Call the Chamber Office at 360-293-7911 Bracelet Pick-Up: Nov 17 - Dec 13 Charm Walk: Dec 6 - Dec 13 You can pick up your bracelet at the Anacortes Chamber of Commerce (819 Commercial Ave, Suite F, Anacortes, WA 98221) M-F 9:00 am - 5:00 pm. WEEKEND PICK UP IS AVAILABLE AT THE VISITOR INFORMATION CENTER FROM 10 AM - 3 PM. For more information or if you have any questions, please contact the Anacortes Chamber of Commerce using the information below.  Anacortes Chamber of Commerce (360) 293-7911 819 Commercial Ave, Suite F Anacortes, WA 98221 [email protected] anacortes.org Charm Stops Alley Cat Antiques 616 Commercial Ave Mon-Sun  |  10-5 Anacortes Oil & Vinegar Bar 704 Commercial Ave Mon-Sat  |  11-5 Sun  |  Closed Anacortes Visitor Information Center 819 Commercial Ave, Ste A Mon-Sun  |  10-3 Bakerview Games 709 Commercial Ave Mon-Tues  |  Closed Wed-Sat  |  10-6 Sun  |  10-4 Chilly Rain Retro 704 Commercial Ave Mon  |  Closed Tues-Thurs  |  12-5 Fri-Sat  |  12-6 Sun  |  Closed Clayhouse 904 Commercial Ave Mon-Wed  |  Closed Thurs  | 11-8 Fri-Sun  | 11-5 Coconut Kenny's  1005 Commercial Ave Mon  |  10-8 Tues  |  11-7 Wed  |  11-8 Thurs-Sat  |  11-9 Sun  |  11-8 Cosmic Veggies 615 Commercial Ave Mon-Sat  |  8-5 Sun  |  8-4 Creative Hub 501 Commercial Ave Mon-Tues  |  Closed Wed-Fri  |  10-4 Sat-Sun  |  10-4 Fidalgo Artisan Yarn & Clothing 711 Commercial Ave Mon  |  11-3 Tues-Sat  |  10-4:30 Sun  |  11-3 Island Styles 714 Commercial Ave Mon-Sat  |  11-5 Sun  |  Closed Kiwanis 420 O Ave Mon  |  Closed Tues  |  10-5:30 Wed-Thurs  |  Closed Fri  |  10-5:30 Sat  |  10-2 Sun  |  Closed Majestic Inn & Spa 419 Commercial Ave Mon-Sun  |  24/7 MoonWater Arts & Joanie Schwartz Glass 702 Commercial Ave Mon-Sat  |  11-5 Sun  |  11-4 Pet Place Market 912 Commercial Ave Mon-Sat  |  10-6:30 Sun  |  10-5 Red Snapper 501 Commercial Ave Mon  |  Closed Tues-Sat  |  10-4 Sun  |  Closed Scott Milo Gallery 420 Commercial Ave Mon  |  Closed Tues-Sat  |  11-5 Sun  |  Closed The Apothecary Spa 419 Commercial Ave (upstairs) Mon-Sun  |  10-6 The Brown Lantern 412 Commercial Ave  Mon-Sun  |  7-12am Wild Hemlock 717 Commercial Ave  Mon-Sun  |  11-5 Wishing Rock 716 Commercial Ave  Mon  |  11-3 Tues-Sat  |  10-4:30 Sun  |  11-3

Downtown Anacortes

Marbled Murrelet Citizen Science Survey

Volunteer with The Salish Sea School!?? These surveys are open to all, from seasoned birders to curious newcomers, offering a hands-on conservation experience. By joining, participants not only help protect the Marbled Murrelet but also contribute to preserving the biod......More

Volunteer with The Salish Sea School!?? These surveys are open to all, from seasoned birders to curious newcomers, offering a hands-on conservation experience. By joining, participants not only help protect the Marbled Murrelet but also contribute to preserving the biodiversity of the Salish Sea. Join the Marbled Murrelet surveys and be part of this important community-driven conservation effort. Please email Olivia at [email protected] to attend

Green Point, Washington Park, Anacortes Washington

Anacortes Lions Club Walk With Santa Parade

Annual Anacortes Lions Walk With Santa Parade to welcome to holiday season to town. The Parade is lead by the Town Crier, the Scouts flag honor guard, the Mayor on the 1921 Le Franc Firetruck with Santa in his red chariot. There will be emergency vehicles, non- pr......More

Annual Anacortes Lions Walk With Santa Parade to welcome to holiday season to town. The Parade is lead by the Town Crier, the Scouts flag honor guard, the Mayor on the 1921 Le Franc Firetruck with Santa in his red chariot. There will be emergency vehicles, non- profit groups on their trucks or floats, classic cars and people walking with their choirs, groups or animals handing out candy or toys to a happy crowd.

Old downtown Anacortes on Commercial Avenue, starting at 3rd Avenue and proceeding to 10th Avenue to N Ave to disperse

Free Children's Holiday Shopping Event

Elks Lodge #1204 1009 7th St Anacortes, WA 98221

Anacortes Lighted Boat Parade

Guemes Channel

The Anacortes Santa Run

WHAT IS A SANTA RUN????????????? Every runner receives a full Santa Suit for the run! Yes, that's right. EVERYONE will run in a Santa Suit. Run or walk the beautiful 5k course around Cap Sante Marina. Join other runners all dressed as Santa and run a 5k in beautiful Ana......More

WHAT IS A SANTA RUN????????????? Every runner receives a full Santa Suit for the run! Yes, that's right. EVERYONE will run in a Santa Suit. Run or walk the beautiful 5k course around Cap Sante Marina. Join other runners all dressed as Santa and run a 5k in beautiful Anacortes WA. Family Discount!!! Register 3 or more runners on same account and save $5.00 per runner!!!! December 6, 2025 9am Start

Seafarers Building Cap Sante Marina.

ADRIFT's Annual gift show

Join us at Adrift to celebrate the joy of the season! Adrift will have light bites, beverage special and Gift card promotion. Finish your Holiday shopping and support local artists and vendors. December 7th from 12-5 pm. Shop local!

Adrift 510 Commercial Avenue Anacortes

Tuesday Trivia Night

Every Tuesday at 8pm https://www.brownlantern.com

Live Music at the Rockfish Grill

The Rockfish is one of the longest running music venues in Skagit county featuring top regional and national blues, jazz and americana every week on Wednesdays from 6:00pm-8:45pm and Saturdays from 7:30pm-10:00pm. Check out the line-up on our calendar page.

2025 December Luncheon - Holiday Buzz Party

Chamber Luncheon December 11, 2025 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Fidalgo Bay Resort - 4701 Fidalgo Bay Rd Anacortes, WA 98221 The Anacortes Chamber of Commerce invites you to the Holiday Buzz Party Luncheon! Register today to help us celebrate the amazing volunte......More

Chamber Luncheon December 11, 2025 @ 11:30 am - 1:00 pm Fidalgo Bay Resort - 4701 Fidalgo Bay Rd Anacortes, WA 98221 The Anacortes Chamber of Commerce invites you to the Holiday Buzz Party Luncheon! Register today to help us celebrate the amazing volunteers from the Volunteer Information Center, enjoy a delicious lunch, and take part in some festive reindeer games! The luncheon will be held at Fidalgo Bay Resort (4701 Fidalgo Bay Rd) on Thursday, December 11th, 2025 from 11:30 am - 1:00 pm.  Please remember to RSVP online by Friday, December 5th by 5:00 pm.  Pre-registered Chamber Member: $25 Non-Chamber Member: $30 Walk-ins: $30 Keep in mind, if you do not pre-register, a lunch is not guaranteed.  Bring your business card to be entered into our door prize drawing.  Only Chamber members can supply a door prize and get a minute of microphone time to talk about their business or any announcements.  Sponsored by: 

Fidalgo Bay Resort 4701 Fidalgo Bay Rd Anacortes, WA 98221

Wonderland Walk

Come enjoy the spirit of the holidays at the Wonderland Walk at Washington Park. Lighted campgrounds, live music, campfires and hot chocolate.

Washington Park Anacortes, WA 98221

Birding by The Sea

Calling all birders and birding curious! Come experience the best birding season in Skagit County (fall and winter!) with The Salish Sea School Naturalists in partnership with Skagit Audubon. Perfect for birders of all experiences and ages, we'll explore the beautiful G......More

Calling all birders and birding curious! Come experience the best birding season in Skagit County (fall and winter!) with The Salish Sea School Naturalists in partnership with Skagit Audubon. Perfect for birders of all experiences and ages, we'll explore the beautiful Guemes Channel Trail in Anacortes while learning birding techniques, bird identifications and the importance of marine and coastal habitats for our winter bird species. Location: Please meet at Guemes Channel Trailhead 5-10 minutes before 10AM. What to bring: - Warm layers appropriate for the weather and sturdy shoes - Water - We have binoculars and scopes available for use during the event, but encourage you to bring your own if you have them.

Guemes Channel Trail, Anacortes, WA 98221

Wreaths Across America

The Wreaths Across America program seeks to place a wreath on all veterans graves over Christmas. At 10:00 AM on December 13, 2025, after a short memorial ceremony, participants will place 1,120 wreaths on veterans graves at Fernhill and Grand View cemeteries. The whole......More

The Wreaths Across America program seeks to place a wreath on all veterans graves over Christmas. At 10:00 AM on December 13, 2025, after a short memorial ceremony, participants will place 1,120 wreaths on veterans graves at Fernhill and Grand View cemeteries. The whole Anacortes area community is invited to participate. Wreaths have been donated by local residences, businesses and Service Clubs.

Fernhill and Grand View cemeteries in Anacortes

Kid's Luminaria Making Workshop

Come enjoy a cozy afternoon learning how to create your very own Salish Sea themed luminaria to take home - just in time for The Salish Sea School's Luminaria Night! Event includes materials, and guided step-by-step instructions. Family Friendly! ? RSVP Required

Salish Sea School Discovery Center: 2201, Unit 101, Skyline Way

Skagit Symphony presents - Winter Is Coming

“Winter is Coming,” and we are ready to welcome the season with the holiday classic, “Twas the Night Before Christmas” with an orchestral twist, a Christmas sing-along, and many other delights of the season. Sophia Chou returns to the Skagit Valley to perform Scriabin’s......More

“Winter is Coming,” and we are ready to welcome the season with the holiday classic, “Twas the Night Before Christmas” with an orchestral twist, a Christmas sing-along, and many other delights of the season. Sophia Chou returns to the Skagit Valley to perform Scriabin’s undeniably passionate concerto for piano and orchestra. For Tickets visit mcintyrehall.org or call the box office at 360-416-7727 For more info, visit skagitsymphony.com , email [email protected] or call the symphony office at 360-848-9336

McIntyre Hall 2501 E College Way, Mount Vernon WA 98273