Kid-Friendly Autumn Events on Whidbey Island
This year, Autumn *officially* starts on September 23rd, and these kid-friendly autumn events on Whidbey Island are sure to help your little ones embrace this crisp and cozy time of the year!
From harvest fairs to Halloween-themed festivities, Whidbey Island has it all—be sure to whip out your calendars so you don’t miss out in 2018!
September 30
Greenbank Farm’s 2018 Harvest Faire
Located at Greenbank Farm (765 Wonn Rd. Greenbank, WA 98253 United States)
Time: 12pm-5pm
Cost: Free!
Get ready for a day of food trucks, live music, antique cars, arts and crafts, local produce, wine, and more! Located on the beautiful grounds of Greenbank Farm (built in 1904!), the Harvest Faire is all about celebrating Whidbey’s rich farming heritage and community. Click here for more details on this family-friendly event.
October 1-29
Haunting of Coupeville
Located at: Around Coupeville
Cost: Most events are free
During the month of October, Coupeville is home to some spooky, haunted happenings! In addition to events on specific days, you’ll find “silent sentinels of fall” take up post around the town, and you can pick up a map and vote for your favorite characters at Chamber offices or at the Coupeville library. Click here to read about everything to expect!
During the month of October
Sherman’s Haunted Barn & Hay Bale Maze
Located at Sherman’s Haunted Barn at 46 S Ebey Rd, Coupeville, WA 98239
Haunted Barn is family friendly during weekdays 3-6pm, open weekends 10am-11pm (haunting after dark)
October 21
Apple Day and the Mutt Strut
Located at Whidbey Island’s Historic Bayview Corner, 5603 Bayview Road, Langley
Time: 10am-2pm
Cost: Free
The main attraction of the day is, of course, the Dog Parade & Costume Contest! Dress up your pooch and parade them in front of the town, with registration beginning at 11am. The day also includes apple pressing and tasting stations—get ready to drink some fresh, delicious cider!
October 26-27
Haunted Fort
Located at Fort Casey State Park 1280 Engle Rd. Coupeville, WA 98239
Time: 6:30pm-10pm
Cost: $8 per person, $30 for a family up to six people
Kids can enjoy a bounce house, ghost stories, games, and a special trick-or-treat lane just for children! Click here for all of the details.
October 27
Halloween Torchlight Parade
Costume Contest is right before the parade at Cook’s Corner Park
Time: 4:45pm Costume Contest; 5pm Parade
Cost: Free!
Dress up in costume or come as you are for this family-friendly parade! Enjoy seeing everyone’s creativity as downtown merchants pass out fun surprises for everyone.
October 28
Trick or Treat Bike Ride
Located at Fort Ebey State Park 400 Hill Valley Dr. Coupeville
Time: 1pm
Cost: Free
Photo Credit Ron Newberry – Whidbey Examiner
October 29
Coupeville's Great Pumpkin Race
Located at 908 Alexander St. in front of the Island County Historical Society Archives and Museum
Time: 1pm
Cost: Free
Put wheels on your painted pumpkins and get ready to race ‘em down the street! Come out to see all of the unique creations and see which speedy squash comes in first. Click here for all of the details!
October 31
Langley Spooktacular
Located in Downtown Langley
Time: 2:30-5pm
Cost: Free
Get ready for an afternoon of trick-or-treating with the whole town! Merchants are dressed up in costumes and ready to hand out treats to little ones at this family-friendly community event.
November 2
Día de los Muertos Celebration
Located at the Oak Harbor Library at 1000 SE Regatta Dr, Oak Harbor, WA 98277
Time: 3:30-5:30pm
Cost: Free
Ideal for ages 5 and up, this exciting afternoon is filled with Mexican crafts and a family-friendly movie. Wear your best calavera or Catrina costume!
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