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Things to Do in Port Angeles
Looking for things to do in Port Angeles and throughout the rest of the Olympic Peninsula? Well, you’ve arrived at the right spot to get started. The town of Port Angeles will likely surprise you. Most people don’t ever realize how much there is to do here until you actually arrive. So if you’re planning that weekend trip from Seattle, you may want to extend it a bit to make the most of your drive or Ferry ride to the “upper left” of Washington state.
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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.
Join the opening reception for "Everyone Deserves To Be Seen" at the Laura Cooksey Gallery inside Field Arts & Events Hall. This free exhibit features photography by Steve Raber and clothing design by Joyce Nadig, both Port Angeles natives, showcasing their work from 1982 to 1987. The exhibit runs through October 24th, FREE admission.
Located at the Salt Creek Recreation Area in Port Angeles, Washington, runners and/or walkers will circle the park on a 1.3 mile route for 24 hours either solo or as part of a relay team. Or they can summit neighboring Striped Peak in the Last Runner Standing event. While racing, individuals will be treated to expansive views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca, towering evergreens, vivid green moss and ferns, along with a bit of World War II history!
Celebrate spooky season in downtown Port Angeles at Fall Crawl, an adults-only evening of costumes, drinks, shopping, specials, prizes, and local businesses! Start at the Laurel Street Fountain and crawl your way through downtown for a festive night of supporting local.
Celebrate the full moon with the Moonspell Afternoon Tea Experience at C’est Si Bon in downtown Port Angeles on Sunday, October 25. Enjoy a bewitching 10-item tiered menu of witches’ brew and delightfully macabre bites in an intimate, enchanting setting. Dress in your best witchy, goth, or enchanted attire and reserve your spot today!
Get ready for a strange and unusual night at Field Hall with Little Shop of Horrors! This sci-fi comedy follows a shy flower shop employee whose extraordinary new plant has a rather unusual appetite. Dress up in your best ’60s look and enjoy this Broadway favorite on the big screen, sponsored by Anime Kat. Food and drinks will be available for purchase at the Sunset Bar & Lounge.
Join Red Lion Hotel and 48° North for a family-friendly Halloween Trunk or Treat in Port Angeles on October 31 from 2 to 5 PM. Enjoy decorated cars, candy, toys, and festive fun during the Waterfront District’s downtown Halloween trick-or-treat celebration!
Get ready for a spooktacular Halloween in downtown Port Angeles! Trick or treating will be coming to the streets of downtown Port Angeles on October 31st, 2026, where local businesses open their doors to little ghouls, ghosts, and superheroes for a fun and safe Halloween experience for the whole family. More information including participating businesses, hours, and event details coming soon. Stay tuned!
Celebrate Halloween at Field Hall with trick-or-treating, a haunted theater experience, all-ages dancing, costume contests, live music, and festive food and drinks! Free and open to all!
Celebrate Worthy Wednesday at Mighty Pine Brewing on November 4th with the North Olympic Land Trust! Enjoy a locally brewed beverage while supporting conservation across the Olympic Peninsula. Mighty Pine will donate 15% of the day’s proceeds to the Land Trust, whose team will be there to share updates and discuss their work protecting local farms, forests, waterways, wildlife habitat, and natural spaces for future generations.
Experience three days of stories, performances, workshops, music, and community at the 27th Annual Forest Storytelling Festival in Port Angeles, November 5th to November 7th at Field Hall.
Learn about the Olympic Peninsula’s rare native prairies and the importance of restoring these unique landscapes at The Lay of the Land, a free talk from the North Olympic Land Trust featuring Land Manager and former Olympic National Park wildlife biologist Scott Gremel. Explore native prairie ecosystems, their conservation, and restoration efforts on November 10, from 5:30 to 6:30 PM at The Pine & Eight in Port Angeles.
Four North Olympic Peninsula bands go head-to-head in Field Hall’s first Battle of the Bands on November 14. Watch live sets, vote for your favorite, and see who wins a paid Field Hall show during the 2027-2028 season!
Dive into an under-the-sea adventure at Field Hall with a sing-along screening of Disney’s The Little Mermaid! Dress up in your favorite ocean-inspired look and sing along to this beloved animated classic as Ariel dreams of life beyond the sea. Enjoy a fun, family-friendly movie night in the Donna M. Morris Theater, with food and drinks available for purchase at the Sunset Bar & Lounge. Admission is pay-what-makes-you-happy, with a suggested $10 donation.
Enjoy festive ice skating at Port Angeles Winter Ice Village, returning to downtown from November 20, 2026, through January 4, 2027! Skate with family and friends, rent skates and helmets, and warm up with a treat from the Snack Shack. Open daily from noon to 9 PM at 121 W. Front St. in Port Angeles.
Kick off Thanksgiving morning at the Clallam County Turkey Trot in Port Angeles, featuring 5K and 10K courses along the Olympic Discovery Trail, a festive atmosphere, and a chance to support local food banks across Clallam County!
Shop local this holiday season at the annual Makers Market, featuring more than 30 artists and makers from across the Olympic Peninsula. Browse original artwork, jewelry, ornaments, home décor, body care products, and other one-of-a-kind finds while supporting local creatives and the Port Angeles Fine Arts Center’s mission to connect arts and community. The market runs Thursdays through Sundays, November 27–December 20, from 11 AM–5 PM at the Esther Webster Gallery.
Experience the magic of winter after dark at Wintertide Light Art Experience in Webster’s Woods. Wander through five acres of forest filled with illuminated sculptures and light installations from November 27 through January 3, creating a unique evening where art, nature, and the holiday season come together!
Celebrate the start of the holiday season at the annual Port Angeles Tree Lighting Festival! Gather downtown for an evening of festive cheer as the community comes together to light the tree and welcome the holiday season. More details about this year’s festivities are coming soon.
Experience the magic of the holiday season with Port Angeles City Ballet and the Juan de Fuca Foundation for the Arts’ beloved production of The Nutcracker at Field Hall. Featuring more than 100 local dancers, theatre performers, and guest artists, this enchanting ballet brings Tchaikovsky’s timeless score to life with beautiful costumes, hand-painted backdrops inspired by the Olympic Mountains, and a uniquely Peninsula-inspired story. Gather the family and enjoy this festive holiday tradition in Port Angeles.
Get into the holiday spirit with a special screening of The Muppet Christmas Carol at Field Hall! Join Kermit, Miss Piggy, and the rest of the Muppets as they bring Charles Dickens’ classic Christmas tale to life in this heartwarming, family-friendly film. Dress up in your Christmas best, enjoy a festive winter storytime with the North Olympic Library System before the show, and settle in for a holiday movie night. Admission is pay-what-makes-you-happy, with a suggested $10 donation.
Experience the magic of the season at the Wintertide Festival of Lights! Stroll through the illuminated trails of Webster's Woods as dazzling light art transforms the forest into a glowing winter wonderland. Enjoy live performances, interactive art activities, a community lantern walk, local food and drinks, and the Wintertide Makers Market featuring handcrafted goods from Olympic Peninsula artists. This enchanting holiday tradition is a festive evening for all ages!
Celebrate the holiday season at the 2nd annual TubaChristmas concert in Port Angeles, featuring festive music performed by tuba and euphonium musicians from across the Olympic Peninsula. This free, family-friendly concert takes place at Field Arts & Events Hall, with musicians invited to join the performance, decorate their instruments, and dress in holiday attire.
