This summer, the Downtown Anacortes Alliance is once again promoting Downtown Anacortes in the Deception Pass Park Press, a free newspaper distributed throughout Deception Pass State Park. The publication reaches approximately 25,000 visitors during the busy summer season and is available at key visitor locations throughout the park, including the Welcome Center, Lake Store, Bridge … Continue reading Downtown Anacortes Reaches Thousands of Park Visitors Through Deception Pass Park Press
Holiday Cheer Contest Results: Celebrating the Businesses at the Heart of Elves Night Out
Elves Night Out 2025 transformed downtown Anacortes into a bright, laughter-filled holiday scene. Families, friends, and full squads of elves filled Commercial Avenue, visiting shops, sipping cocoa, and soaking up the magic. And at the center of it all were the businesses whose creativity and care made the night truly shine. This year’s Holiday Cheer … Continue reading Holiday Cheer Contest Results: Celebrating the Businesses at the Heart of Elves Night Out
🐋 Whale of a Sale is Back! Here’s Your Guide to the June 28 Downtown Celebration
When: Saturday, June 28 • 10 AM–4 PMWhere: Commercial Avenue, Downtown AnacortesWhy: It’s our biggest sidewalk sale of the year—with live music, prizes, one-day deals, and community fun from end to end. 🛍️ Shop Local: Here's Who's Popping onto the Sidewalk Our merchants are bringing the fun to the curb! Here's a sneak peek at the businesses … Continue reading 🐋 Whale of a Sale is Back! Here’s Your Guide to the June 28 Downtown Celebration
Anacortes Earth Day Weekend 2025: From Forest to Sea
Anacortes celebrated Earth Day in style this year with a two-day celebration that lit up downtown and brought hundreds of neighbors together in the spirit of community, creativity, and environmental stewardship. Friday night’s Luminary Light Parade on April 25 set the tone with wonder and warmth. More than 1,500 people gathered to witness over 200 … Continue reading Anacortes Earth Day Weekend 2025: From Forest to Sea
A Fresh Start for Downtown’s Planters
Yesterday was a beautiful spring day downtown—and the perfect setting for some seriously hard work. Sixteen amazing volunteers, including students from the high school robotics team came out to clean out all 35 sidewalk planters, tackling everything from clearing compacted soil to removing stubborn yew shrubs. It was no easy task, but the crew powered … Continue reading A Fresh Start for Downtown’s Planters