The holiday magic is back, and Whidbey Island / Anacortes are your go-to destinations for family-friendly holiday fun this season! From festive events to spectacular light displays and Santa visits, Macaroni KID Whidbey Island / Anacortes has your ultimate guide to the best local holiday events. Explore our curated list of activities and make your holidays unforgettable.
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Kaisorn | CanvaMust-See Holiday Attractions on Whidbey Island and beyond!
Discover the best holiday attractions and festive experiences on Whidbey Island that will bring cheer and winter magic all season long!
Updated Thursday, December 26
Here's a map of some of Oak Harbor's most popular Christmas Displays!
Click Here to see the map online
Holiday Light Displays
South Whidbey:
Jerry Beck and Co. Electricians
6504 Robin Ln, Clinton, WA 98236
6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Daily, through December 31.
This is a drive-through display.
North Whidbey
The Hastie Lake Christmas House - Closed now for 2024
Beyond Whidbey:
The Lights of Christmas in Stanwood - A Drive-Through Holiday Experience
Thursday through Sunday, now through December 29, plus an opening on Wednesday, Dec. 18. Closed Christmas Eve and Christmas Day.
Where: 20800 Marine Drive, Stanwood, WA 98292
This is a holiday experience like no other! This innovative event for people of all ages includes over one million lights in dazzling displays, creative activities, and so much more! Listen to fun Christmas music while you comfortably drive-thru in your car.
Reserve your ticket: To provide a great experience for all patrons, The Lights of Christmas requires advanced admission purchasing. Guests will be asked to select a date and time at checkout and will be asked to show your admission ticket printed or loaded on your phone. Your QR code will be scanned upon arrival. Car (1-12 Passenger) is $40 (per vehicle).
• Traffic near the event is crowded. Please be aware of traffic conditions when planning your arrival time.
Avoid arriving early to avoid long traffic lines. If you arrive later than your selected time, we will do our best to get you in based on space
available.
The event can take about 30 minutes up to 1-1/2 hours, depending on if you choose to take in any of the activity stops.
https://www.thelightsofchristmas.com/
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Upcoming Holiday and Winter Events on and near Whidbey Island!
Looking to find holiday events on Whidbey? Want to know where to meet Santa? Stay updated with the best seasonal events happening throughout Whidbey Island and Anacortes. From tree lightings to Santa visits and holiday craft fairs, there’s something for everyone on Whidbey Island and Anacortes.
We’ll update this list frequently as more events are announced, so be sure to check back often!
Thank you to one of our Holiday Guide sponsors - Meerkerk Gardens!
- Solstice Walk - Sunday, December 22, 1 PM. Experience the beauty of nature at the darkest time of the year! Solstice Walk Tickets Here
- Check out their website for more info and to experience the magic of Meerkerk Gardens:
https://www.meerkerkgardens.org/
Thank you Meerkerk Gardens!
Please Keep In Mind: Our area experiences wild weather in the winter!
Parent tip: Event details can change! Always confirm event details before heading out.
There is the "Whidbey Island Events and More" group page on Facebook, where local event information, including event changes/cancellations, is often published as it's found "in real time" from event hosts.
Macaroni Kid Whidbey Island is not always aware of any changes in time to post updates to our website/social media and like you, we might not have power either. We apologize in advance for any inconveniences our readers may encounter. We do our best to provide information that is as accurate as we are aware of at any given time. As with parenting or life in general, sometimes things happen that are out of our control.
Thursday, December 26
Friday, December 27
Saturday, December 28
* NASWI Family Holiday Movie Series at Skywarrior Theater "Nightmare Before Christmas"
* Kids' Day at The Island County Historical Museum - Coupeville
Tuesday, December 31
- Noon Year's Eve Party - Freeland
- New Year's Eve Fireworks - Oak Harbor, at 9 p.m.
- New Years Eve Bowling for Families at Oak Bowl (Reservations)
Wednesday, January 1:
- Whidbey Island Polar Bear Dive - Freeland
- "First Day" Free Parks Day at WA State Parks and Whidbey Park Events
- First Day Hike at Meerkerk Gardens - Greenbank
Saturday, January 4
- Parents Night Out at The Backyard - Langley (RESERVATIONS REQ'd)
- Free Home Depot Kid's Workshop for Ages 5-12
Parent tip: Event details can change! Always confirm event details before heading out.
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Sandor Mejias Brito | Canva via PexelsHoliday Gift Ideas on Whidbey Island and Anacortes
While Christmas is the highlight, don’t miss out on all the winter festivities happening across Whidbey Island and Anacortes this season! Explore more:
Bookmark this page, as we’ll be adding even more Whidbey and Anacortes holiday events and family-friendly activities throughout the season!
