Happenings.
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This is your definitive guide to everything happening on island.
From community gatherings and celebrations to art exhibits, holiday festivities to live music and the performing arts, festivals and special events to farmers market news, self-care workshops and wellness retreats to local shopping promotions and food & drink specials, this page is your go-to source for discovering all the happenings.
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The Event Calendar.
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National Theatre Live: The Importance of Being Earnest On Screen at Orcas Center
Orcas Center-On Screen
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Holy Week at Orcas Island Community Church: Come and Go Prayer Vigil
Orcas Island Community Church
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Holy Week at Orcas Island Community Church: Easter Sunday Service
Orcas Island Community Church
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Dive into the details...
April 2025
Dia De Los Niños
Everyone is welcome to the Dia de los Niños celebration at the Funhouse. Free food, fun and games celebrating kids! Pinatas, quesadillas, and ice cream!
Beginner Guitar Music Classes at The Funhouse (Ages 8-12)
Spring music classes will run from the beginning of April through the end of May. Instruments provided! Enroll today! Beginner Violin (ages 5-8 and 7-11), Group Ukele ages (7-11), Beginner Guitar (ages 8-12), and Kids’ Chorus (ages 6-11). Las clases de música de primavera se impartirán desde principios de abril hasta finales de mayo. ¡Instrumentos […]
Beginner Violin Music Classes at The Funhouse (Ages 7-11)
Spring music classes will run from the beginning of April through the end of May. Instruments provided! Enroll today! Beginner Violin (ages 5-8 and 7-11), Group Ukele ages (7-11), Beginner Guitar (ages 8-12), and Kids’ Chorus (ages 6-11). Las clases de música de primavera se impartirán desde principios de abril hasta finales de mayo. ¡Instrumentos […]
Group Ukulele Music Classes at The Funhouse (Ages 7-11)
Spring music classes will run from the beginning of April through the end of May. Instruments provided! Enroll today! Beginner Violin (ages 5-8 and 7-11), Group Ukele ages (7-11), Beginner Guitar (ages 8-12), and Kids’ Chorus (ages 6-11). Las clases de música de primavera se impartirán desde principios de abril hasta finales de mayo. ¡Instrumentos […]
Doe Bay Open Mic Night
The Doe Bay Café invites you to one of Doe Bay’s longest standing traditions…..Open Mic! Doors open at 5p. Music at 6:30p! Weekly on Thursdays!
OIFF 8 Film Mini Fest
OIFF 8 Film Mini Fest | April 25-27, 2025 | Sea View Theatre Orcas Island Film Festival’s annual spring mini film fest showcases eight exceptional new feature films and documentaries from around the globe—stories that spark conversation, ignite the imagination, and transport you to new worlds. Be among the first to experience these exciting new […]
Lions Club Community Garage Sale
Help support the Lions Club and all their incredible service programs and find some amazing treasures all at the same time at the community garage sale! Donations accepted Wednesday, April 23 from 12-3pm and Thursday, April 24 from 10am-3pm. Sale days are Friday, April 25 and Saturday, April 26 from 9am-3pm. Free day is Sunday […]
OPALCO Annual Member Festival
Join the entire OPALCO team for a celebration open to all members and all ages! Stop by for food, OPALCO swag, an electric vehicle showcase, and lots of family friendly fun! Did you know you can win a grand prize (including electric power tools and cordless vacuums)? All members who VOTE in the Board Election […]
Kids’ Chorus Music Classes at The Funhouse (Ages 6-11)
Spring music classes will run from the beginning of April through the end of May. Instruments provided! Enroll today! Beginner Violin (ages 5-8 and 7-11), Group Ukele ages (7-11), Beginner Guitar (ages 8-12), and Kids’ Chorus (ages 6-11). Las clases de música de primavera se impartirán desde principios de abril hasta finales de mayo. ¡Instrumentos […]
A*OK Art for Kids and High School Student Art Show
A*OK Arts for Kids and the Visual Arts Committee Presents: Art Opening: Friday, April 25th from 4:30pm – 6pm On Display: April 25th – May 19th To celebrate our island youth, a student art exhibit is being hosted at the Orcas Center from April 25 – May 19. The show features art created in A*OK […]
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
The whimsical world of Wonderland takes center stage at Orcas Center in an extraordinary new ballet production, offering audiences a fresh and imaginative interpretation of Lewis Carroll’s beloved classic. Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland will premiere on April 25 and features stunning choreography created by the artistic minds of Stephanie Moss and Tiffany Loney, breathtaking visuals […]
David Roth in Concert
Join David Roth, and opening act Kanikapila, for an evening of music like none other. David’s songs have found their way to Carnegie Hall, the United Nations, several Chicken Soup for the Soul books, the Kennedy Center, NASA’s Space Shuttle “Atlantis”, Peter, Paul, & Mary and Kingston Trio CDs (and 15 of his own), the […]
Bill Yarlott Youth Fishing Derby and Pancake Breakfast
An island tradition continues with the Annual Bill Yarlott Youth Fishing Derby and free pancake breakfast at Cascade Lake on April 26 hosted by Orcas Adventures. This much-anticipated event promises to be a day of outdoor adventure and family bonding for children aged 13 and under. The highlight of the event is the fishing derby […]
Lions Club Community Garage Sale
Help support the Lions Club and all their incredible service programs and find some amazing treasures all at the same time at the community garage sale! Donations accepted Wednesday, April 23 from 12-3pm and Thursday, April 24 from 10am-3pm. Sale days are Friday, April 25 and Saturday, April 26 from 9am-3pm. Free day is Sunday […]
The Spring Great Islands Clean Up
Join your Orcas Island community for the Great Islands Clean-up! We’re challenging businesses, neighborhoods and other organizations to get involved by putting together a team – prizes will be awarded! Bags, grabbers and vests will be available for pick-up at The Exchange starting Monday, April 21 or at the Eastsound Village Green at 10am the […]
Grannie’s Attic 2.0: A Treasure Hunt Awaits
Mark your calendar for the exciting return of Grannie’s Attic 2.0 at Orcas Senior Center on Saturday, April 26! This community-favorite event is better than ever, featuring artisan booths alongside household items, vintage finds, tools, collectibles, and more. Donate & Shop: Have new or gently used items to donate? Donations are welcome (no furniture or […]
Earth Day Procession of the Species Parade
Don your favorite animal, plant or element costume and join the Procession. Assemble at the Public Library lawn starting at 11am. Launches at 11:30. Proceed down Rose to North Beach and head to the sea. Culminates at the Eco Fair at the Labyrinth. Street theater environmental contingents encouraged. All ages Welcome! Parade assembles at the […]
UFO Northwest: How Washington State Spawned the Men in Black
On August 1, 1947, the tragic crash of a B-25 bomber in Washington State triggered an FBI investigation of “The Maury Island Incident”—an infamous Northwest UFO sighting, and history’s first alleged encounter with the so-called “Men in Black.” The FBI’s records from 1947, which were sealed for decades, reveal Cold War fears, jurisdictional disputes, cover-ups, […]
Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland
The whimsical world of Wonderland takes center stage at Orcas Center in an extraordinary new ballet production, offering audiences a fresh and imaginative interpretation of Lewis Carroll’s beloved classic. Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland will premiere on April 25 and features stunning choreography created by the artistic minds of Stephanie Moss and Tiffany Loney, breathtaking visuals […]
World Famous American Legion Pancake Breakfast
Join friends and neighbors at American Legion Post #93 for the once-a-month pancake breakfast! Enjoy pancakes, two eggs, bacon or sausage, coffee, tea, and orange juice and the company of really great people.
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