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Whidbey Island 2023 Fall / Halloween Harvest Guide

Pumpkin Patches, Enchanted Events, Trunk-or-Treats, Halloween Parties, and MORE!

By Courtnie Deckwa August 29, 2023

Fall Into Fun with Macaroni Kid Whidbey Island

Our curated guide is your one-stop resource for the best fall experiences right here in our community. We understand that finding the perfect activities for your family can be a daunting task, so we've gathered a handpicked selection of events that promise joy, laughter, and the spirit of the season. Let us be your partner in fall festivities, ensuring that you make the most of this enchanting time together. Get ready to dive into Halloween excitement, explore vibrant markets, and enjoy the simple pleasure of picking your very own pumpkin – all while basking in the unparalleled beauty of Whidbey Island during autumn.


Events will be posted first, in chronological order! Below that will be pumpkin-patches, flower stands, and other fall friendly businesses that we love! 


THANK YOU TO OUR WONDERFUL SPONSORS!

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The studio is located at 390 NE Midway Blvd, Oak Harbor. (In the log cabin) 

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The Lash Librarian is a local lash artist and Whidbey Island momma of 2! She has been lashing on the island for 2 years now and works out of Salon Lux! Mention this AD at your next appointment for free lash cleaner!




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The Twisted Barn Haunted House

Opens September 29, 2023

The Roller Barn - Oak Harbor




Pirate Corn Maze

Open DAILY - 11:00 am - 6:00 pm 

Night Maze Open Friday and Saturday Nights - 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm

(Whidbey Farm and Market, Monroe Landing, Oak Harbor, WA)

Haunted Barn at the Scenic Isle Pumpkin Patch

Every weekend, from 2pm-5pm until the end of October!

Alongside all of the family fun and trolley rides to the pumpkin patch, we've added a CARN-EVIL Haunted Barn to the mix... Suggested age is 11+. $5 entry fee. Don't let 'em fool you, clowns have a very dark side. 👻🤡



Harvest Festival

Friday, October 27, 2023

5:00 - 7:00 pm

(Family Bible Church: 2760 Heller st. Oak Harbor, WA)

Trunk or Treat @ VFW

Friday, October 27, 2023

1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

(VFW Parking Lot, 3037 Goldie Rd. Oak Harbor, WA)

Not-So-Spooky Stories and Crafts

Friday, October 27th

6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

Clinton Community Hall
(6411 S. Central Ave., Clinton)

Listen to some slightly spooky stories and
enjoy some autumn-themed crafts and activities. Free. 

Supported by the Friends of the Freeland Library & the Friends of the Clinton Library.

Whidbey Health Trick or Treat

Friday, October 27, 2023

4:00PM - 6:00PM

- Candy
- Fun
- Coloring
- Passport Game
- Ambulance Tours
- More Candy

Don't miss out on our spooky shenanigans!!

The festivities start at 4:00pm on the lower level. Guests can park in the rear of the Medical Center and enter at our first trick or treat station near the West Wind Café! Different hospital groups will have trick or treat stations set up along a route ending in an ambulance tour!

Don't forget your costume! 



Haunted House @ Spark Movement Academy

Friday 27th and Saturday 28th, 2023

6:00 - 11:00 pm (6-8 is family friendly)

(Spark Movement Academy: 628 W Oak St. Oak Harbor, WA)

Ghost Ship Corn Maze

Friday October 27 and Saturday October 28, 2023

We are proud to announce that our haunted maze is back again this year and scarier than ever! Our pirate themed corn maze gets transformed into bone chilling and terrifying night. We've added all kinds of new scares that will send even the bravest of you running in fear. 

This event is not recommended for  children under the age of 12 years old.

Mark your calendars for Oct 27th & 28th! 

$20 - Tickets available here:

https://whidbeyfarmandmarket.ticketspice.com/ghost-ship-maze

Elaine's Photo Studio - Spooky Wall Crawl

Friday, October 27th - Tuesday October 31st

5:00 - 9:00 pm 


South Whidbey Fire/EMS Trunk or Treat

Saturday, October 28, 2023

5:00 - 8:00 pm 

(5579 Bayview Rd, Langley WA)

Filipino - American Association Halloween Party!

Saturday, October 28, 2023

5:00 pm - 8:00 pm 

(Knights of Columbus Hall, 3259 Old Goldie Rd. Oak Harbor, WA)

>>>> More Info on Facebook <<<<


A Nerfed Halloween

Saturday, October 28th

(Nerfed, 1751 N Goldie Rd. Oak Harbor, WA)

3:00 pm - 4:30 pm Costume Party (All ages with normal darts)

4:30 pm - 6:30 pm Candy Cannon Contest (All ages)

6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Costume Party (Ages 12+ with Rivals)

Kid's Halloweekend in Coupeville:



Spells and Brews Bike Ride

Saturday, October 28th
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Coupeville Middle School Parking Lot
501 S Main Street

Registration begins at 10 AM at the Coupeville Middle School parking lot. Cost to ride is $10, which includes treats and a token for individuals 21+ to enjoy a beverage at the Spells and Brews Garden. Organized by the Whidbey Island Bicycle Club.

All ages. Tickets are $10 for individuals or $25 for a family of four. Available day of race.

>>>>>>More Info Here <<<<<<

Torchlight Parade and Street Dance

Saturday, October 28th
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Cook’s Corner Park
9th & Main Street

Calling ghouls and goblins of all ages! Don your best disguises and assemble at Cook’s Corner Park at the corner of 9th &amp;amp;amp; Main for our annual Torchlight Parade down Front Street. Collect treats along the route. The parade ends in front of the Coupeville Wharf with a costume contest and our second annual Halloween Street Dance with DJ Moose!

All Ages! Costumes encouraged!

>>>>>>More Info Here <<<<<<

Clues and Capes Scavenger Hunt

Saturday, October 28th & Sunday, October 29th
11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Mariner’s Court
23 Front Street NW, Coupeville 

This scavenger hunt is a perfect excuse to stroll through Coupeville! Pick up your witch’s hat or cape at Mariner’s Court, then follow the clues to complete your enchanting ensemble.

All ages. Tickets $14.

>>>>>>More Info Here <<<<<<

Greenbank Farm Halloween Trunk or Treats

Saturday, October 28, 2023

12:00 noon - 3:00 pm

(Greenbank Farm, Greenbank, WA)

 

Captain Whidbey Fall Festival

Saturday, October 28th, 2023

(Captain Whidbey, Coupeville, WA)

12:00 - 4:00 

Experience the magic of autumn by the sea & join us for our First Annual Fall Festival at CW, a place where the cool ocean breeze meets the warmth of fall traditions. Sip on cider, snack on Fall treats from our Espresso Shop & pick out a pumpkin to display at home. Let your little ones get creative with various crafts and activities like a cupcake walk & face painting while you sit back looking out onto the serene waters of Penn Cove. 

Our Fall Festival is free to attend, with food, drinks, & pumpkins available for purchase. Costumes are also encouraged! This Fall, set out to Whidbey & immerse yourself in the coziest season of them all.

 

Open Gym Party (Off Island)

Saturday, October 28, 2023

5:00 pm - 9:30 pm 

(Ground Zero Gymnastics 2201 Continental Place Mount Vernon, WA)

The Great Pumpkin Race

Sunday, October 29th
2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Town Park
Coveland and Broadway

A fun-spirited festival like no other! Side-by-side single-elimination races featuring handcrafted, home-decorated Pumpkin Racecars.  

We have a new location this year! Gather with your pumpkins by Town Park at the corner of Broadway and Coveland. Spectators welcome!


Rules for 2023 Pumpkin Racers coming soon.

>>>>>>More Info Here <<<<<<

WISBA Spooktacular Trunk Or Treat

October 29, 2023

2:00 pm - 4:00 pm

(Oak Harbor Elks Lodge)

Bring the whole family for an afternoon of fun!  
Lot's of candy &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp; games.

If you would like to participate in the trunk or treat, please fill out this form https://forms.gle/QzaCan8dPaTx63jJ9

Any questions can be emailed to Whidbeyislandsba@gmail.com



Halloween Dance Party Sunday

Sunday, October 29, 2023

12:00 - 2:00 pm

(Coupeville Rec Hall 901 NW Alexander St, Coupeville)

Come out to enjoy some Halloween fun! Join Island County Parent to Parent for their annual Halloween Dance Party. Dancing, Potluck, Arts &amp;amp;amp;amp;amp; Crafts, Face Painting and more. Costumes are encouraged but not required. Nothing scary please. If you are able, please bring a side dish, snack or dessert to share.



Freeland Trunk or Treat

October 29, 2023

3:00 pm - 5:00 pm

(1832 Scott Rd. Freeland, WA)


Rise Academy of Arts Trunk of Treat

October 29, 2023 

5:00 pm - 7:30 pm

(Rise Academy of Arts -  275 Pioneer Way, Oak Harbor) 

No Trick Safe Treats - Trick or Treating and MORE

Tuesday, October 31, 2023 (HALLOWEEN DAY)

5:00 pm - 7:00 pm

(Historic Downtown Oak Harbor / Pioneer Way)

Trick or treating at historic downtown Oak Harbor. Merchant, halloween music, pet costume contest, Free hot dogs at Off the Hook, and MORE! 

Spooktacular Langley

October 31st, 2:30 - 5:00 pm 

Don't miss Spooktacular Langley 2023

Come Trick or Treat in Downtown Langley!

Tuesday October 31,2023 2:30pm-5:00pm

* Trunk or Treat at Langley United Methodist Church at 3rd & Anthes

* Treats from Langley Merchants

* Cute kiddo costumes

* Pumpkins, ghosts & crows! Oh my!

Sponsored by the Langley Main Street Association. Made possible by your downtown Langley merchants!


March of the Monsters - Langley


Coupeville Trunk or Treat

Tuesday, October 31, 2023

5:00 - 6:30 pm

(788 Alexander st. Coupeville, WA)


Freeland Chamber Trunk or Treat

Tuesday, October 31, 2023

3:30 pm - 6:30 pm

(Freeland Four Corners Harbor and Main Intersection)

Trunk or Treat at Ace Hardware

🎃 Make sure you bring the kiddos to our annual Trunk or Treat event at your local Oak Harbor ACE Hardware! 

October 31st, 4 to 6:30 PM. 

Free for all. 

Local businesses and individuals wanting to decorate their trunk and pass out candy are encouraged! Please email OakHarborAceHardware@MyersGroupLLC.com with the following information: name, phone number, car make/model, and business name if applicable. 

We can't wait to see you!

Whidbey Golf Club Trunk-or-Treat

October 31st - 4:30 - 7:00 pm

Trunk or Treat and Chili Cook-Off at Living Word

October 31st - 5:30-7:30 pm

490 NW Crosby Ave, Oak Harbor, WA

Save the date! We are having Trunk or Treat in the Living Word parking lot on Halloween night with candy and cars decorated in all different themes. This year we are excited to announce that we will be holding a Chili Cook-Off alongside our Trunk or Treat. We are excited to celebrate the fall season with you and hope to see you there!

Baby Halloween Costume Contest (Anacortes)

Tuesday, October 31, 2023

4:00 pm - 6:00 pm 

(The Holding Space, 902 7th st. Anacortes, WA)

NOVEMBER

OFRENDA Evening at Whidbey Island Waldorf School

November 2nd, 2023

5:30 - 7:00 pm 

(WIWS, 6335 Old Pietila Road, Clinton)




Oak Harbor - 

Coupeville -