Events Calendar
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The OAT Run is a scenic and challenging trail race held on the beautiful Olympic Adventure Trail near Port Angeles. Runners wind through forested singletrack with stunning views of the Strait of Juan de Fuca and the Olympic Mountains.
Welcoming the Whales
April 10th
Join a meaningful Olympic Peninsula tradition, as the Quileute Tribe gathers in La Push for the Welcoming the Whales ceremony. Set along the sea stacks of First Beach, this event honors the gray whale migration with traditional songs and sacred rituals, a beautiful celebration of culture and nature on the Pacific coast.
Join fellow nature lovers at Olympic BirdFest, a springtime celebration of birdwatching on the beautiful North Olympic Peninsula. Held each April in the Port Angeles and Sequim area, this multi-day event features guided field trips to local birding hotspots, educational workshops, and special presentations from birding experts.
Fun Facts About Sequim
The "Blue Hole" Effect
Sequim lies in the rainshadow of the Olympic Mountains, receiving only about 17 inches of rain annually, one of the driest places in Western Washington.
Lavendar Capital
Known as the Lavender Capital of North America, the city hosts a massive lavender weekend and is surrounded by purple farms.
Famous Marina
The town features the John Wayne Marina, named after the famous actor who used to boat in the area.
Agriculture
Sequim holds a rich dairy history, with the Dungeness Valley Creamery still operating as a local staple.