Lopez Island Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center:
Your Guide to Island Events & Local Businesses
12/23/2025
The Lopez Letter and Happy Holidays from the Lopez Island Chamber of Commerce.
We have had an amazing year and want to thank everyone who made all our events and projects possible, from the Tour de Lopez and the Village Lighting to the construction of our new beautiful picnic shelter! We cannot do our work without the support and assistance of our community and tireless volunteers. We wish you a relaxing, enjoyable holiday season that brings you joy.
We have had an amazing year and want to thank everyone who made all our events and projects possible, from the Tour de Lopez, and the Village Lighting, to the construction of our beautiful new picnic shelter! We cannot do our work without the support and assistance of our community and tireless volunteers. We wish you a relaxing, enjoyable holiday season that brings you joy.
The Chamber of Commerce and Visitor's Center will be closed from December 24th - January 1st, reopening on Friday, January 2nd.
12/20/2025
Want a seasonal cocktail that is elegant, delicious, and cozy all at the same time? Check out Ursa Minor's entry in the Holiday Cocktail Competition, "Three Spirits Eggnog". It is gorgeous.
12/19/2025
The weather outside is frightful. Never fear, The Islander has a fire going that is so delightful. And, their Winter Warmer will warm you right up!
12/18/2025
Tonight and tomorrow are your last chances to try Haven's Holiday Cocktail Competition entry "Sleigh My Name". Get in there and give it a try. They'll be closing for their winter break after tonight.
12/17/2025
Have you tried Santa's Cigar yet? I'm certain it would go down nicely while waiting on an order of dumplings! Stop by Setsunai at the Galley to try it and enter the cocktail competition.
12/17/2025
Blue Heron Bistro will be closing for their winter break after December 23rd. Don't wait to try The Cheeky Elf and have a great meal while you're at it!
Wondering what to do this weekend? Have you participated in the Cocktail Competition yet? If not, now's your Chance!
Have a cocktail, enjoy a meal, and enter to win prizes! Who could resist cocktails that look this good?
12/09/2025
One of the best gifts you can give this season is supporting our local community. Before you order online, check out the wonderful offerings close to home. Shout out to Sunset Builder's Supply, Chimera Gallery, and Lopez Bookshop.
12/08/2025
The December 8th Lopez Letter is here! Check it out to discover what is happening on Lopez Island this week, and a sneak preview of next week's events as well.
Get out there and try these amazing cocktails. The competition is stiff this year! Everyone has created beautiful and delicious drinks for you to sample. Enjoy a cocktail, stay for a delicious meal. Vote for your favorite and enter to win prizes.
Participating Restaurants include: Blue Heron Bistro, Haven, The Islander, Setsunai at the Galley, and Ursa Minor.
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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!
