5 November Must-dos on San Juan Island

November on San Juan Island is a hidden gem, speckled with unique events focused around food, art, community and long walks on beautiful beaches. November on San Juan Island offers just the right mix of fun — often free — things to do, plus plenty of sunshine. Add in attractive lodging and dining specials, and you’ve got the perfect late fall getaway. Bring the family for the holidays, or sneak away with your favorite person for an arts-and-food weekend. On San Juan Island, November is a season made for cozy adventures.

1. Thanksgiving on San Juan Island

Leave the lodging to us and the cooking to cozy COHO restaurant, just steps from our hotel. Farm-to-Table COHO offers set, festive, 5 course dinners on all holidays. Make reservations early. You are in for a total treat.

2. Orca Search at the Whale Watch Park

Explore stunning Lime Kiln State Park, coined one of the best places to see Orcas from land on our planet. Listen to the underwater hydrophone, hike to the historic lighthouse and the rebuilt lime kilns, look for migratory waterfowl and other wildlife on the whale watching platforms and find your favorite bench high above the cliffs for a sunset picnic.

3. Pool & Spa Day

Yes, the Earthbox Inn & Spa is the only hotel on the isle with an indoor, heated pool, dry sauna, hot tub and exercise room. Indulge in some hydrotherapy before heading over to our cozy spa for a hot stone massage and rejuvenating facial.

Earthbox Inn & Spa in Friday Harbor, Washington

4. San Juan Island Restaurant Week - November 16 to 23, 2025

From cozy coffee shops and casual eateries to artisan spirit tastings and elevated fine dining experiences, Restaurant Week is your invitation to savor the rich diversity, creativity, and resilience of our local food community.

5. Museum & Gallery Day

Calling all art lovers! Find nine galleries and three museums within blocks of our Friday Harbor hotel. Get inspired by island-made paintings, carvings, jewelry and sculptures, explore Fall exhibitions and our rich history and learn all about the Orcas at the acclaimed Friday Harbor Whale Museum.