+ Year-Round Events

San Juan Island Farmer’s Market
The Farmer's Market is held year-round in downtown Friday Harbor on Nichols Street each Saturday from April through October. In November and December it takes place on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of the month, and from January – March on the 1st Saturday of the month. Hours are 10:00 am – 1:00 pm.

San Juan Islands Museum of Art (SJIMA)
The SJIMA is committed to promoting the arts of the Pacific Northwest and Southwest British Columbia. They offer rotating exhibitions through their three galleries, with approximately 8-10 exhibitions per year, as well as a lecture series titled Art as a Voice. Visit their website for more information. Admission is $10, 18 & under are free. Admission is $10, 18 & under are free. Winter hours are October 1st to April 30th – Friday to Monday: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Summer hours are May 1st to September 30th – Thursday to Monday: 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

San Juan Community Theatre
The San Juan Community Theatre is a non-profit performing arts organization that enriches the lives of island residents and visitors as it: offers quality entertainment throughout the year; encourages participation in performing arts events, programs and activities; and provides opportunity for artistic growth for youth and adults. Visit their website for more information and upcoming performances.

+ January

Roche Harbor Salmon Classic
January 17 - 19, 2019
A three-day sport fishing event; 3 nights of hosted dinners and prizes awarded in the Derby Headquarters in beautiful Roche Harbor Resort. With over $27,000 dollars in cash & prizes, this event brings out fishermen from all walks of life to fish our island waters.

+ February

San Juan Classic Salmon Derby
February 7 - 9, 2019
Now in it’s 4th year, the Friday Harbor Salmon Classic is a not-for-profit event with proceeds going to salmon enhancement organizations and Salmon for Soldiers. This derby will be part of the Northwest Salmon Derby Series.

Valentine's Cider Fest
February 14, 2019
Come down to the San Juan Island Grange from 3:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. for a tasting of locally and regionally crafted hard ciders featuring Madrone Cider, Westcott Bay Cider, Boathouse Cider Works, and Art and Science Company.

Free tastings with $10 entry fee. Additional glasses and bottles available for purchase.

Winter Birds of the San Juans
February 22 - 24, 2019
This workshop is ideal for those wishing to continue their education as a naturalist or for those who simply love birds! In this course, participants will have great opportunities to learn about identifying birds in their winter plumage, groups, and species of birds, their needs, behaviors, & habitats, as well as migration and population patterns via hands-on field experience and classroom learning.

+ March

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+ April

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+ May

National Historic Preservation Month
Each year in May, the Town of Friday Harbor helps tell the story of the people and places of the San Juans by celebrating National Historic Preservation Month. Guided walking tours, local history talks and other special events are held throughout the month.

Opening Day Boat Parade
May 5, 2019
Enjoy the beginning of boating season with a festive parade sponsored by the San Juan Island Yacht Club. It is open to just about any kind of seaworthy vessel, powerboats, sailboats, and human powered boats. There are prizes for the winners in a variety of categories. To register, contact the San Juan Island Yacht Club. Following the parade there will be an awards ceremony at the San Juan Island Yacht Club at 4:30 p.m.

UW Friday Harbor Labs (FHL) Annual Open House
Date TBD
This event offers a fabulous opportunity to meet scientists and students at the Labs and check out the world-renowned research and teaching facilities. The Labs will be open for self-guided tours. Scientists and students will showcase their marine science research, answer questions and provide demonstrations. There will be posters, marine plants and animals, microscopes, plankton sampling and observations, and activities for visitors of all ages. Venture out to the end of the dock! Visitors can step aboard and tour our 58’ research vessel, the R/V Centennial, and check out its remotely operated vehicle (ROV), oceanographic tools, and high-tech sonar systems. FHL divers will be demonstrating SCUBA. In keeping with FHL tradition, there will be fresh popped popcorn for one and all.

Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony
May 27, 2019
The annual Memorial Day Parade and ceremony in Friday Harbor is both an authentic small town parade and a worthy tribute to the sacrifices made by Americans both past and present. Parade starts at 10:00 a.m. in downtown Friday Harbor.

Boating Safety Fair & Marine Swap Meet
Date TBD 2019
Celebrate National Safety Boating Week! Port of Friday Harbor's Annual Boating Safety Fair will have an array of in the water demonstrations by; US Coast Guard, Vessel Assist, and others, boat rides, FREE vessel safety checks. While learning about boating, or working on your own boat, check out the many wares at the SWAP meet, learn boating safety tips and more.

+ June

Friday Harbor Bike-n-Brew!
June 1, 2019
Friday Harbor Bike Fest is the third annual San Juan Lions sponsored bike event to be held in Friday Harbor on San Juan Island Washington. They have numerous rides with 10, 20, and 35-mile routes as well as a metric century. The routes start and finish at San Juan Island Brewing Co. The routes will be supported by Lions and friends with snacks available. The fee includes a BBQ lunch in the afternoon and numerous other fun events. Beer and wine will be available for an additional cost. $50 Singles, $80 Couples, $100 Families

San Juan Artists Studio Tour
June 1 - 2, 2019
An annual free event, the SJI Artists’ Studio Tour showcases individual art studios along with guest artists and musicians amid luscious gardens and breathtaking views. Sign up for a raffle at each studio for a chance at local fine art. Maps and brochures are available online for your convenience at the San Juan Artists website and at many local businesses in Friday Harbor. Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Three Lakes Triathlon, Marathon and Half-Marathon
June 14-16, 2019
Spend a day running through some of the San Juan Islands most beautiful terrain at this multi-faceted event, which includes an Olympic Triathlon, an Olympic Relay Team Triathlon, a Sprint Triathlon, and a Sprint Relay Team Triathlon, Marathon, Half Marathon and 10K.
See website to register and for more details.

Pirate and Wooden Ships Festival
Date TBD
The Port of Friday Harbor hosts this annual festival. Music, vessel tours, local sails & more!

Orca Sing Annual Concert
Date TBD
Orca Sing is an annual event where people gather for an evening of music at Lime Kiln Point State Park to honor the Southern Resident orcas. Typically held on a Saturday near the Solstice. The event is free and open to the public. Festivities start at 6:00 p.m. Participants are encouraged to bring a picnic to enjoy the beauty of Lime Kiln. A Discovery Pass is required for parking at the State Park and can be purchased through the Lime Kiln Point State Park Interpretive Center. Carpooling is encouraged as parking is limited. This event is sponsored by the Whale Museum.

Music in the Park
Date TBD
The Port of Friday Harbor provides free music concerts at the Port throughout the summer. They occur on a weekly basis every Saturday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Bring a picnic, relax and listen to local and regional music as you gaze out at the harbor, watching ferries, boats and seaplanes come and go.

Lime Kiln Point Lighthouse Centennial Celebration
June 30, 2019
Lighthouse tours, live music & performances, silent Auction & raffles, lighthouse cookie decorating & crafts, lighthouse cake baking contest & cake walk, keynotes from Coast Guard, Washington State Parks & Lighthouse experts, special Lighthouse Anniversary Wine label, and so much more!

+ July

4th of July
Both Friday Harbor and Roche Harbor offer a fun packed 4th of July. There are parades, a Street Dance, Fireworks, the Pig War Barbecue and many more events that make the 4th of July on San Juan Island spectacular.

Friday Harbor
The parade passes through downtown Friday Harbor at 10:30 a.m. Immediately following the parade is the 'Pig War Picnic' put on by the Kiwanis at the San Juan Historical Museum grounds. Enjoy music, a pie-eating contest, a cakewalk, kid's games and the best barbecue in town! In the evening, there will be music at the Port of Friday Harbor at 6:00 p.m., which lasts until the fireworks begin at dusk, at approximately 10:00 p.m.

Roche Harbor
Enjoy the Family 3.3K Fun Run, log-rolling contest, blindfolded dinghy race, doughnut eating contest, children's games, live music and fireworks.
9:00 a.m. - Fun Run at Yellow Brick Road
10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Kids Games at Pool Lawn
12:30 - 2:30 p.m. - Doughnut Eating at West Lawn
3:30 p.m. - Blindfolded Dinghy Race
4:00 p.m. - Log Rolling at Wharf Building
10:30 p.m. - Firework Show in the Harbor.

Music in the Park
Date TBD 2019
The Port of Friday Harbor provides free music concerts at the Port throughout the summer. They occur on a weekly basis every Saturday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Bring a picnic, relax and listen to local and regional music as you gaze out at the harbor, watching ferries, boats and seaplanes come and go.

Theatre Under the Stars
Date TBD 2019
Put on by Island Stage Left. Each year they pick a new play to perform through the summer months. This summer’s play is most appropriate: Shakespeare’s The Tempest—set on an island surrounded by magical creatures and summoning all the forces of nature—and will run from July 5 th through August 12th. Times and locations TBA.

Movies in Sunken Park
Dates TBD 2019
Enjoy Island Rec‘s free outdoor movie series Friday evenings beginning at dusk in July and August. Bring blankets or lawn chairs. Free popcorn. No alcohol and pack it in, pack it out please.

San Juan Island Lavender Festival
July 20 and 21, 2019
The Lavender Festival, at Pelindaba Lavender Farm, offers a variety of cultivating, cooking and essential oil distillation demos, craft workshops, tours, music, picnics in the blooming organic fields, and much, much more! Parking and admission are FREE. Visit Pelindaba Lavender Farm web page for more information.

National Historical Park Encampment
Dates TBD 2019
Reenactors from throughout the Pacific Northwest and Canada celebrate peace as they gather for the Annual Encampment on the English Camp parade ground. The three day weekend includes recreations of mid-19th century Royal Marine Light Infantry and U.S. Army camp life, demonstrations of music, blacksmithing, spinning and weaving, sewing, cooperage and carpentry, along with the pageantry of period uniforms in scarlet and blue. Black powder rifled musket demonstrations and the firing of howitzer also are planned each day. Saturday evening will be the Candlelight Ball, scheduled at 8:00 p.m., in the English Camp barracks. The public is invited to join in the dancing and refreshments that will include the traditional cake and punch. Admission is free.

+ August

Music in the Park
Dates TBD 2019
The Port of Friday Harbor provides free music concerts at the Port throughout the summer. They occur on a weekly basis every Saturday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Bring a picnic, relax and listen to local and regional music as you gaze out at the harbor, watching ferries, boats and seaplanes come and go.

Theatre Under the Stars
Dates TBD 2019
Put on by Island Stage Left. Each year they pick a new play to perform through the summer months. This summer’s play is most appropriate: Shakespeare’s The Tempest—set on an island surrounded by magical creatures and summoning all the forces of nature—and will run from July 5 th through August 12th. Times and locations TBA.

San Juan Summer Arts Festival
Dates TBD 2019
Over 25 art vendors, food from local farmers and chefs, local beer, wine, and spirits, and a stage with local and visiting musical talents! It's a festival to celebrate this incredible community, to welcome visitors, and to enjoy the amazing talents of the creatives who live in the area! Fun for the whole family, please come out and support this incredible event between 4:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. at the Brickworks each friday in August.

Movies in Sunken Park
Dates TBD 2019
Enjoy Island Rec‘s free outdoor movie series Friday evenings beginning at dusk in July and August. Bring blankets or lawn chairs. Free popcorn. No alcohol and pack it in, pack it out please.

Annual Shaw Island Classic
August 10, 2019
The San Juan Island Yacht Club proudly hosts the annual Yacht Race and invites all eligible boats and crews to participate. The course starts in Friday Harbor, heads around Shaw Island in either direction, and returns to Friday Harbor for the finish. Race details and registration information will be posted by June 1 on the Club's website.

San Juan County Fair
August 14 - 17, 2019
The San Juan County Fairgrounds is a community gathering place for 4H, events, festivals, recreational activities, agricultural shows, competitions and the annual San Juan County Fair.

Concours d’Elegance
Date TBD 2019
The Sports Car Club of the San Juan Islands, in conjunction with the Rotary Club of San Juan Island orchestrate this annual event. It is open to all Classic and Unique Cars. There is also wine, music, prizes and a drawing. Rounding out the weekend will be a get-together Saturday afternoon for registered entrants to a BBQ and fun drive / poker rally, so come early and enjoy a relaxed and fun weekend. 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Jazz at the Labs
Dates TBD 2019
An evening of live music and dinner that supports the Friday Harbor Labs Science Outreach program. The program works with the San Juan Island elementary, middle and high schools and the Spring Street International School. This event is from 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. and costs $40 for dinner and music.

Friday Harbor 8.8K Loop Run
Date TBD 2019
40 years running! Be part of this Island tradition. The race begins on Spring Street, goes through town on Warbass to Turn Point, to Pear Point, to Argyle and ends at the County Fair. A fun run/walk for people of all ages! Island Rec sponsors this fun island event.

+ September

Savor the San Juans
Date TBD 2019
Come and savor many celebrations of food, art and culture. See many of the annual events listed below.

Music in the Park
Date TBD 2019
The Port of Friday Harbor provides free music concerts at the Port throughout the summer. They occur on a weekly basis every Saturday from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. Bring a picnic, relax and listen to local and regional music as you gaze out at the harbor, watching ferries, boats and seaplanes come and go.

Oktoberfest Celebration at San Juan Brewing Company
Date TBD 2019
Join San Juan Brewing Company for their first Oktoberfest celebration. They will be releasing their very own Festbier, enjoy this traditional Oktoberfest Lager alongside 7 other beers. Beer garden setup on the patio/lawn for both days of the celebration. BBQ'd Brats on the patio could not make for a better combo. Come celebrate this long standing German tradition. Live music both days!

+ October

Savor the San Juans
Date TBD 2019
Come and savor many celebrations of food, art and culture. See many of the annual events listed below.

Friday Harbor Fall Farm Parade
Date TBD 2019
The Friday Harbor Fall Farm Parade is the genuine deal. Everybody gets in the act: from island children with their favorite backyard chickens, to long-time island farm families with island-scale tractors and harvesters, all parading through Friday Harbor’s main streets to celebrate the resurgence of small farms and local food in the San Juan Islands. Starting at 2:30 p.m. The parade will once again depart the fairgrounds onto Argyle, travel down Argyle, Spring Street, turn left on First Street, and terminate at the Grange Hall for after-parade celebration at the Grange Hall.

San Juan Vineyards Harvest Festival
Date TBD 2019
San Juan Vineyards celebrates its Annual Harvest Festival of Siegerrebe Grapes, with picking starting at 9:00 a.m. Stop by, pick, enjoy the day in the vineyard, then later an end of the day party. Call 360-378-9463 for more information.

Annual Master Gardening Workshop: Secrets of Gardening
Date TBD 2019
San Juan County Master Gardeners present the 2017 Annual Gardening Workshop from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Friday Harbor Middle School. This all-day workshop will feature horticultural professionals and garden enthusiasts. To purchase tickets and for more information please visit their web page.

San Juan Island Farm Tour
Date TBD 2019
The San Juan Island Farm Tour is a unique opportunity to visit farms on the island! Meet heritage breeds of goats and sheep, walk in an Edible Food Forest, and taste locally grown heritage wheat baked in delicious pastries. Judge different varieties of garlic, learn about cultivating herbs, distilling essential oils, and taste apple varieties and enjoy apple treats. Get your Tickets at Brickworks/Farmers Market from 10:00 – 1:00. For more information visit the event page. Tickets are $15 per adult, $5 per child 12 and under, children under 5 free.

Eat Island Grown Tasting Event
Date TBD 2019
The best tastes of the San Juan Islands showcasing chefs, and the farmers that make that food possible!

Using fresh, quality products from San Juan County farms, local chefs will prepare delicious samples for you to enjoy. Come for a bite or make a meal of it. Locally produced soft and alcoholic beverages will make it a full gourmet adventure. Fun-filled for all ages with live music, live auction and silent auction. Proceeds benefiting San Juan County farming initiatives. A mouthwatering event celebrating the islands’ unique cuisine. Tickets start at $2.00 and the event is from noon – 4:00 p.m.

Friday Harbor Film Festival
October 25 - 27, 2019
The annual Friday Harbor Film Festival presents entertaining, inspiring, educational and award winning full length and short documentaries about the diverse Pacific Rim and one of the largest features on earth; the Pacific Ocean. The variety of film subjects range from island cultures, marine ecology, environmental issues and human interest. Directors and Producers of many of the Films will be on hand throughout the event to introduce their films, give workshops on documentary film-making, mingle with film goers and answer questions.

+ November

Savor the San Juans
Dates TBD 2019
Come and savor many celebrations of food, art and culture. See many of the annual events listed below.

San Juan Island Artisans Holiday Marketplace
Date TBD 2019
San Juan Island Artisans are sponsoring their 38th annual event featuring the 'best of the best' creations by San Juan County artists. Fifty-five artists will sell their unique, hand-made arts and crafts this year—just in time for holiday gift giving—offering a wide variety of items from soaps and lotions to jewelry, clothing, cards, paintings, island-made foods, scenic photography and much more. There will be delicious snacks available by local caterer Cynthia's of Course to keep shoppers satisfied. This is a fundraiser for the Island Artisans Scholarship Fund. This market will be at the Friday Harbor Elementary School on Friday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Admission is free.

+ December

Island Lights Holiday Festival & Tree Lighting
Date TBD 2019
The San Juan Island Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the upcoming Island Lights Festival on December 1st. It will be a fun filled evening, starting with an Open House and ornament making, 3:30-5:00, at the Whale Museum. At 5:15 the Elementary School Choir, led by Joshua Boland, will lead caroling from the Whale Museum down to Memorial Park, where everyone will join the Island Chordsman Plus, led by Angel Michaels. Santa will arrive and turn the lights on, followed by more caroling before heading up to Brickworks for chestnuts on the open fire, pictures by Mark Gardner with Santa, crafts with Island Rec, cocoa, and more… Brickworks and the San Juan Islands Agricultural Guild will have local harvest vegetable soup and bread for sale, along with spiced, local apple cider & hot chocolate.

San Juan Singers Christmas Reflections
Date TBD 2019
San Juan Island’s annual holiday choral concert features Daniel Pinkham's Christmas Cantata & Gordon Thornett's Gloria in D. Both are accompanied by brass and percussion, bright up-beat works that celebrate the joy and glory of the Christmas season. In addition, the chorus will perform carols and songs of the season. Sponsored by San Juan Community Theatre.

Lighted Boat Parade and Santa Ship
Date TBD 2019
Sponsored by the Port of Friday Harbor, the Lighted Boat Parade, escorting the Santa Ship to the dock. This colorful parade begins at 6:30 p.m. and can be best viewed from Spring Street Landing, down on the docks or from a water view restaurant. Santa arrives on the last boat, about 7:00 p.m. For more than 40 years Santa has brought gifts to children in the islands. This is a great time to bundle up the whole family and come on down to the waterfront for cider, cookies, carolers in song, and some warm holiday and community cheer. Boaters from elsewhere are invited to the Port for a free nights moorage with parade participation and local boats that participate will receive a nice Port retail goodie.

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