Anacortes Attractions: Wonderful Anacortes Wildlife Beautiful Deception Pass WA State Ferries to the San Juan Islands with connection to Sydney, B.C. Mt. Erie with spectacular views of the San Juan Islands and surrounding areas. Various parks throughout Fidalgo Island with excellent walking and mountain biking trails. Plane rides around the San Juan’s Whale watching tours Island Adventures Yacht rentals from one of the top charter companies in the world, Anacortes Yacht Charters Local Anacortes Events: 16th Annual Waterfront Festival 05/20/2006 Traditionally a fun filled, family-oriented event, the Festival celebrates the boating heritage of Anacortes and launches the summer recreational season. 27th Annual Shipwreck Day & Flea Market 07/15/2006 8:00 am to 4:00 pm This popular event fills several blocks of downtown with plunder offered by businesses, antique dealers, families and organizations Anacortes Arts Festival 08/04/2006 In it’s 44th year, the Festival is one of the oldest and largest in the Northwest, with a rich history. Since the early 60’s the Festival has been building a Permanent Collection, which includes pieces from many prestigious Northwest artists www.anacortesartsfestival.com Annual Critter (Motorcycle) Run 08/12/2006 Join in the Annual Critter Run, Saturday, August 12, 2006. For information please contact Barbara at 360-293-2865 3rd Annual Jazz Festival 09/16/2006 September 15.16.17, 2006 Overlooking the waters of the San Juan Islands. Featuring Northwest and International Artists. More than 20 Jazz Bands on two stages Saturday and Sunday. Plus Kick-off Gala & Concert Friday night, Gospel Brunch Sunday and Jazz Walk in the clubs Friday and Saturday Nights.