Lopez Island Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center:
Your Guide to Island Events & Local Businesses
11/26/2025
Join us for the 22nd annual Village Gathering and Holiday Lighting Ceremony!
Enjoy cookies, hot cocoa, and hot spiced cider, with music by Lopez Island School’s band, MPPACT, and for the first time, Lopez Island School's pep band. Marvel at the enchanting White Lights Parade and don’t miss Santa and Mrs. Claus, who will make a grand entrance on the fire engine. Warm bonfires will be set up to keep everyone cozy.
This year, over 1400 handcrafted luminaries will cast a beautiful glow throughout the island, bringing warmth and cheer to the winter months. Join us for a magical evening of lights, music, and holiday spirit!
Lopez Island Chamber of Commerce
Holiday Cocktail Competition Time!
It is that time of year again. The days are shorter, the nights are colder... The village is quiet... So, of course, it is the perfect time to go out and sample some creative holiday cocktails! To participate, sample the holiday cocktail at each of the participating restaurants (Haven, Blue Heron Bistro, Ursa Minor, The Islander, and Setsunai at the Galley) and make sure to get your passport stamped. When you have tried all the cocktails, vote for your favorite and submit your passport at the Chamber of Commerce Visitors Center offices before January 5th. Three winners will be drawn for gift bags or a one night stay at a Lopez Island accommodation.
11/17/2025
This week's Lopez Letter is here. Check it out to discover what is happening this week and beyond. Sneak peak into the Holiday Events and more! https://mailchi.mp/lopezisland/nov-17-lopez-letter-16553901
Andrea Huss took this gorgeous photo :)
This week's Lopez Letter is here. Check it out to find out what is happening on Lopez Island this week. Also, a gentle reminder to vote. Make sure your voice is heard. Don't forget to drop your ballots off at the drop box beside the fire station before 8 pm Tuesday evening. https://mailchi.mp/lopezisland/nov-3-lopez-letter-16553308
It is hard to believe it is already October, but here we are! And here is this week's Lopez Letter. Take a peek to find out all that is happening on Lopez Island this week (did I hear farm tours?) https://mailchi.mp/lopezisland/oct-6-lopez-letter-16552406
Stephanie Fowler took this gorgeous photo capturing the fall color in the village.
09/29/2025
Robert Hummel captured this misty morning view of the ferry arriving on Lopez Island. Our mornings have been so beautifully misty of late. The last boat ride I took was through the fog, catching glimpses of the sunrise through breaks in the fog and clouds. It was magical.
This week's lopez letter is live in our LinkTree. Wander over there to discover what is going on this week on our misty island in the Salish Sea.
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Lopez Island is the first ferry stop from Anacortes aboard the Washington State Ferries. Sailing time is approximately 45 minutes, so enjoy the ride as you wander past some of the smaller islands that make up this archipelago comprised of 175 named islands. Keep your eyes peeled for bald eagles, seals, otters and the occasional orca whale.
Lopez is the most rural of the three major islands, covering 29.5 square miles. The landscape blends woods with rolling farmlands and open spaces with shimmering vistas. Don’t be surprised if a passing motorist waves at you – it’s been a local custom for many years! There’s a genuine spirit of community here and a special feeling for life that pervades the population of 2,500. Lopez is home to many artists, craftspeople, musicians, farmers, fishermen, nature lovers, and eccentrics.
When planning a trip to Lopez, remember to dress casually. The weather typically is warm in the summer, with an average high temperature of 72, and wet in the winter, with highs in the 40’s-50’s. Average yearly rainfall is between 19-25 inches – about half of that in the neighboring Seattle area. We see an occasional snow shower in the winter but it never lasts long. Spring and Fall can be warm, cold, wet or dry…or just about anything in between! It’s best to layer clothing and always have a lightweight jacket or sweatshirt handy.
What’s there to do on Lopez? You can do as much or as little as you’d like. There are numerous public natural areas to enjoy or you can hunker down for some quality alone time. Shopping opportunities will satisfy most retail therapy needs and our restaurants offer a diverse sampling of fresh, local area foods. What To Do Here will give you a detailed list of options. Refer to our Directory for information on lodging, restaurants, shops, recreation activities, etc. There are also several Annual Events that happen throughout the year and should be considered as you plan your visit.
Accommodations on the Island consist of a motel, bed and breakfasts, inns, cottages and vacation home rentals. We also have a State and a County campground, both located on waterfront property as well as a private inland campground. If you are visiting in the summer season reserve rooms, restaurants and campsites well in advance.
We welcome you to Lopez and hope that you have a wonderful and relaxing visit. This is a very special place and all that Lopezians ask is for visitors to respect this beautiful ecologically fragile island. Please conserve water, recycle, leash your dogs, and respect private property and “No Trespassing” signs. Leave the environment as you found it so it can be enjoyed and appreciated for years to come. Thank you!
