5 Fun Things to do in April only on San Juan Island

In April San Juan Island awakens from its Winter slumber, as all the seasonal restaurants and attractions open up. The isle is all decked out in wildflowers and blossoming trees. The Orcas and Humpbacks are returning as the first whale watching tours are departing just footsteps from our Bird Rock Hotel. And then there are all the baby animals on sea and land to adore.

First Guided Whale Watching and Kayaking Tours of the Season

Go out on the water with San Juan Safaris and let the wind blow in your hair while exploring the wonders of the Salish Sea. Watch orcas and humpbacks, sea lions and baby seals, Bald Eagles and every seabird you ever heard of.

San Juan Outdoors - Kayak Tour San Juan Island

Earth Day Celebration

Every Saturday after Earth Day (April 26, 2025) the isle celebrates Earth Day with the Great Island Beach Clean-up. Come to the fun San Juan Brewery at 10:00am for a beach assignment, instructions and free coffee and donuts. Bring your garbage back to the brewery at 2:00pm for weighing and raffle prizes for the coolest trash. Stay for the amazing after-party with live music, kids activities and $1 beer for volunteers.

Daffodil Frolic & Spring Bird Walk

Explore the gorgeous Sculpture Park and its every changing exhibitions while expert birder Tyler Davis leads you for the monthly bird walks among over 8,000 blooming Daffodils. Every first Wednesday of the month at 8:00am. Free.

Art Class at the playful Alchemy Art Center

Treat yourself to an art class at Alchemy in the woods. Drop in for a pottery, figure drawing or screen printing class. Get your creative juices flowing, bring your favorite beverage and make art and connections in their gorgeous geo-dome.

Oyster Feast at Westcott Bay Shellfish Farm

In April Westcott Bay Shellfish Farm offers Farmers Feast Dinners every Friday night and lunch every Saturday. Reservations are a must. Treat yourself to the freshest shellfish, local greens, freshly baked bread and charcuterie platters paired with a local glass of wine or beer.