July 4th Fireworks & Parade!

Fourth of July fireworks in Eastsound is coming up next month, as is the annual Orcas Island Community Parade, which takes place in Eastsound on Saturday, July 7th.

Enjoy the Pyrotechnic Gala over East Sound on Wednesday, July 4th. The Community Band will be performing at Eastsound’s Waterfront Park, starting at 9 pm. The fireworks get underway at approximately 10 pm.

Our Community Parade is held on Saturday, July 7th. The Community Band will entertain prior to the parade, and the event starts rolling down North Beach Road at 12 noon. Our theme this year is Retro Orcas! Want to take part in the parade? Here’s the form – just fill it out and return to the Chamber of Commerce.

It’s Orcas Island in 2018!

Planning your trip to the island? Check out all our member lodging choices. The food and dining options on the island are unrivaled … for restaurants take a look here (and check out our one-page dining cheat sheet.) Island Adventures are everywhere on Orcas! Check out the many Activities the island has to offer, and our varied list of members are ready to help!

Pick your pleasure on Orcas Island. It’s a magical mix of arts and culture, lush forests, placid lakes and endless outdoor possibilities. Charming villages of Olga, Deer Harbor, West Sound and Orcas Village dot the island as centers of culture, art and cuisine. Relax and enjoy the island’s quality sampling of restaurants, boutiques, art galleries and museums.

For a dose of the great outdoors, hop aboard a whale watching and wildlife tour. Rent a kayak and see the island paddling along its shores, or jump on a bike and cruise the countryside. Hike the rugged old growth trails of the 5,000-acre Moran State Park to see the expansive marine vistas from the summit of Mount Constitution. On your way, watch for soaring bald eagles, deer, rabbits or more than 250 species of birds that can be seen here throughout the year. Taking in the the sunset over Puget Sound, with fog clinging to the island’s forests, can truly be a spiritual experience.

This beautiful island has something for everyone … kayak in the Puget Sound; climb a mountain trail to enjoy the beautiful vistas; see Orca whales and marine wildlife; stroll through Eastsound village, exploring the small town shops; enjoy a wide array of superb dining choices; or simply sit back, relax, and enjoy the natural beauty of Orcas Island. The Orcas Island Chamber of Commerce hopes a visit to our island is in your plans. Please let us know how we can help.