Whale Watching & Water-view Dining on Chuckanut Drive

Set out from Anacortes for a full day of whale watching with Island Adventures, where orcas, humpbacks, gray whales, and other marine life make their way through the Salish Sea. It’s the kind of Northwest day that stays with you — open water, mountain views, and the chance to spot wildlife in its natural rhythm. … Read more

Make a Weekend of the Skagit Classic

Spend the day at the 2026 NSA of Washington Skagit Classic, a weekend of competitive softball set against the backdrop of Skagit Valley. Teams from across the region will take the field in Mount Vernon and Sedro-Woolley for two days of tournament play and springtime energy. Learn more about the 2026 NSA of Washington here. … Read more

A Halibut Worth Talking About

“I’ll have what she’s having.” 🐟✨ Halibut with morel cream sauce. Reserve your table → reserve.theoysterbar.net

A Salad Worth Craving

Who said salads are boring? Crisp greens, apples, grapes, blue cheese, and candied pecans — all tossed in a maple cider vinaigrette. This one says otherwise. 🥗✨

Dinner & Dueling Pianos in Mount Vernon

An evening of live music, laughter, and crowd-favorite songs comes to the Lincoln Theatre with Dueling Pianos featuring Donna Ray & Hunter Dunn. Expect a lively night of singalongs, unexpected requests, and classic performances in one of Skagit Valley’s most historic theaters. Learn more about the show here: https://www.visitskagitvalley.com/event/live-dueling-pianos-with-donna-ray-hunter-dunn/ Before the show, make time for … Read more

Slow-Cooked Perfection

Old flavors and a touch of indulgence, elevate your evening with something extraordinary. Slow-cooked wild game Daube, rich, comforting, and unforgettable. 🍷✨ reserve.theoysterbar.net

House-Made Mushroom Gnocchi

If you weren’t planning on ordering an appetizer… you are now. House-made gnocchi with mushrooms — pillowy, rich, and impossible to ignore. 🍄✨ reserve.theoysterbar.net

A Spring Saturday in Skagit Valley

The Muddy Paws Run & After Party Picnic brings together live music, local community, and a good cause in support of Skagit County’s K9 units. Whether you’re running the 2.1-mile course, tackling the 10k, or simply showing up for the festivities, it’s a lively way to spend a spring day in Mount Vernon. See more … Read more

A Warm Strawberry Spinach Salad and the Sound of the Tide

Fresh baby spinach and strawberries, goat cheese, toasted hazelnuts, and a warm poppyseed honey dressing — lunch here has its own rhythm, unhurried and graceful. Join us daily from 11:30am. Reserve your table → https://reserve.theoysterbar.net