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Oak Harbor

With a rhythm centered on community gatherings and waterfront life, there are always events and things to do in Oak Harbor, WA. The city's connection to Naval Air Station Whidbey Island and its role as the island's commercial hub shapes much of the local culture. Many activities are centered in historic downtown, where local pubs and community theaters anchor the social scene.

• Historic downtown Oak Harbor, especially along Pioneer Way, is the place for a casual night out, with pubs like Krakens Cove Steak and Seafood and Flyers Restaurant and Brewery offering live music.
• Community theater productions provide a different kind of entertainment at the volunteer-run Whidbey Playhouse.
• Annual festivals bring the whole town together, from the Holland Happenings in the spring to the Oak Harbor Music Festival at the end of summer.