The Port Angeles Farmers Market is a year-round farmers market on Washington’s Olympic Peninsula bringing you fresh veggies, fruit, homemade baked goods, farm eggs, fresh flowers, seasonal meat, locally made crafts and more every Saturday in downtown Port Angeles at the corner of Front and Lincoln St. Stop by to enjoy live music while you shop then grab breakfast, coffee or a quick lunch at a variety of food carts.

Discover the creative heart of downtown Port Angeles at the Second Saturday Art Walk, a monthly celebration of local art, music, and community. Held on the second Saturday of each month, this self-guided experience invites you to explore a variety of galleries, shops, and local businesses showcasing regional artists, special exhibits, and live demonstrations. Along the way, enjoy live street music, extended shopping hours, and plenty of opportunities to connect with the artists behind the work.

Celebrate Art in Bloom at the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center, May 8-10. This annual Mother’s Day weekend event transforms the Esther Webster Gallery with stunning floral arrangements inspired by the Field Notes exhibit, pairing fresh, locally designed pieces alongside the artwork that inspired them for a vibrant, immersive experience.

Port Angeles poets, Linda B. Myers and Laura E. Garrard, will launch their respective chapbooks, Load-Bearing Walls and Paddling the Sweet Spot Between Life and Death, at the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center, on Thursday, May 14th from 5:30-7:00PM.

This is the second round of The NW Cup MTB Downhill series which is celebrating its 18th year of racing.  Hundreds of racers from across the country flock to tackle some of the most technically demanding downhill trails to be found. Touted routinely as the premier series in the country, The NW Cup brings world-class racing with a grassroots feel. The Dry Hill Bike Park in Port Angeles is a regular race venue for this renowned downhill MTB race.

Experience one of the North Olympic Peninsula’s most beloved traditions at the Juan de Fuca Festival of the Arts, returning Memorial Day Weekend, May 22–24, 2026. This three-day celebration brings together an incredible mix of live music, art, and community across multiple stages in downtown Port Angeles.

Get ready for high-speed action at a USA BMX race at Lincoln Park BMX, one of the top-ranked tracks on the West Coast. Hosted in Port Angeles, this exciting local race brings together riders of all ages and skill levels to compete on a fast-paced dirt track designed for adrenaline and fun. From first-time racers to experienced competitors, the event offers a welcoming, community-driven atmosphere where everyone can get in on the action.

“Run where the mountains meet the sea!” every June. See amazing Olympic Peninsula views while getting in a workout by running or walking a full marathon, half marathon, 10K or a 5K between Port Angeles and Sequim at the North Olympic Discovery Marathon — the run starts and ends along the beautiful downtown Port Angeles Waterfront.

Mark your calendar for the annual Port Angeles Maritime Festival! The Maritime Festival happens every June in Port Angeles, Washington, the gateway to the Olympic National Park and the Strait of Juan de Fuca.

The Gravel Unravel is a biking event series along super scenic gravel roads and trails near the Port Angeles area. The bike trail series includes three different rides through Olympic National Forest and coastal Washington State forests — ride one or all three!

Join in at Fog Horn Tasting Room for a special evening of wine and flavor on Tuesday, June 23 at 5:00 PM, hosted by Ed Burks. This is a very popular local event that sells out quickly!

Spend 4th of July in Port Angeles, the largest celebration ever on the Olympic Peninsula! Pick your festival favorite events or attend all. From a Kids Zone and Hot Air Balloon rides to a parade, hot dog eating contest, apple pie baking contest, and a spectacular fireworks show over the water.

Celebrate 100 years of Peninsula Golf Club in 2026 with a weekend of golf, events, and community on the Olympic Peninsula, July 24-26.

It’s a Pedal Power Weekend! And it only happens once a year. Dust off your road bike and head to Hurricane Ridge in the Olympic National Park to pedal the road without a car in sight to 5,200-feet at the annual Ride the Hurricane road cycling event. This is a joy ride and not a race, so enjoy the Olympic Mountain and Strait of Juan de Fuca views while you have them all to yourself. This is the only road cycling event in the nation where you ascend a mile high.

Held at the Clallam County Fairgrounds in Port Angeles, this annual event features everything from live entertainment and carnival rides to livestock exhibits, local vendors, and classic fair food. It’s a lively, family-friendly experience that brings together residents and visitors alike to celebrate the region’s rural roots and vibrant community spirit.

GOAT (Olympic Adventure Trail) Run is a half marathon, marathon, and 50K trail race on the Olympic Peninsula in Washington State. The point-to-point courses take place on the singletrack Olympic Adventure Trail, finishing at pristine Lake Crescent inside Olympic National Park. Photo By Roger Mosley

The Big Hurt is a multi-sport race in Port Angeles, Washington that includes 4 legs: mountain biking, kayaking, road biking, and a 10K run. Participants can do all 4 legs solo in the Iron Division, or as a relay team. The finish line along Port Angeles’ waterfront is a flurry of fun with a transition “party zone” where the four legs of the race all finish in one spot!

Ride the Ridge is happening in Port Angeles, Washington this September. From the folks — and Ian! — that put on the Sea to Sound event every August, comes another must-do multi-user and cycling event tackling some of the newest accessible trails in the Olympic National Park. Participants will start at Hurricane Ridge and traverse some of the most scenic trails in the park.

Little Hurt is a multi-sport event designed to expose youth from pre-K to 8th grade to competitions that include multiple sports, and to encourage participation in healthy activities. Pre-K and K will bike and run, accompanied by their parent of guardian. 1st-8th grade will row on rowing machines, run, and bike. This event takes place at Peninsula College.

Whether you are experienced or a novice to the fiber arts world, come to the Pacific Northwest Fiber Arts Exposition in Port Angeles, Washington on the first weekend in October every year at the Vern Burton Center for the 4th annual PNW Fiber Arts Expo. Explore the Fiber Arts by signing up for a workshop, watching free demonstrations or visiting the Marketplace. Entry to the Marketplace is free to everyone.