Friday, August 9th from 5 to 9 pm
Friday Harbor House, San Juan Island
Join us on Friday August 9th from 5 to 9 pm at the exquisite Friday Harbor House located in downtown Friday Harbor! Perched on a bluff overlooking the marina and a convenient five-minute walk up from the ferry terminal, this venue offers stunning sunset views and an elegant yet approachable ambiance.
Event Address: 130 West St #101, Friday Harbor, WA 98250
Enjoy live music by The Lisa Fox Group, a delicious Mediterranean-themed dinner, and an open bar.
Bid on exclusive auction packages featuring unique travel experiences and curated regional art. There will be a live and silent auction, in addition to a raise-the-paddle event. View auction packages here.
Wear your favorite cocktail attire or shades of green in the spirit of our eelgrass theme! Explore our Pinterest board for clothing and accessory ideas. This event will be primarily outdoors with some indoor spaces including a bar, silent auction, and check-in area.
This is an adults-centered event, though childcare may be available upon request at an additional cost. Please let us know via registration if you are interested in childcare.
Getting There
We know that travel in the islands can be tricky, but getting to our gala event will be easy with options that work for everyone
Interisland guests are welcome to either drive or walk on the ferry. It’s about a five-minute walk to the venue. Walk-on guests can also request a ride! Our staff will come pick you up at the ferry terminal and drive you to the venue.
If the interisland ferry is delayed or canceled, guests will be picked up by a chartered boat at Lopez, Orcas, and Shaw Islands. Friends will coordinate all the logistics and offer rides from the dock to the venue if desired. The charter boat will also transport guests home at the end of the night.
Event Location
Friday Harbor House
130 West St #101, Friday Harbor, WA 98250
(360) 378-8455
Parking
Free parking is available adjacent to the venue. If there are no available spots upon arrival, please see reception and we will assist you with finding a convenient place to park.
Arriving via Ferry
This event coordinates with both the interisland and mainland ferry schedules. Please see the chart below for departure and arrival times. The venue is a convenient five-minute walk up from the Friday Harbor ferry terminal. Please consult the WSDOT ferry schedule page for real-time ferry info, delays, and cancelations.
Arriving via Seaplane
Kenmore Air offers daily flights from Seattle to Friday Harbor Marina. Please visit kenmoreair.com for schedules and more information.
Accommodations
The gala event is well-situated for your overnight stay, conveniently located in Friday Harbor within walking distance to the ferry landing and the marina.
Stay at Friday Harbor House
Coming from far away? Consider booking a discounted hotel room at the Friday Harbor House. All guests will receive 10% off, and the 2-night minimum has been waived. Friends guests will receive priority to book through June 10th at which point reservations will be opened to the public. To reserve a room, contact Molly at Friday Harbor House, [email protected], (360)-378-8455.
Dock at Friday Harbor Marina
For those coming by private boat, reserve a slip in advance at Friday Harbor Marina. Spots quickly fill in the summer, so be sure to plan ahead. Reservations can be made online. For questions, call (360) 378-2688.
Volunteers
We’re seeking volunteers for this eelgrass-themed fundraiser!
Volunteers
Working alongside staff, you’ll help us achieve our goals of protecting and restoring the Salish Sea for people and nature. Roles include decorators, greeters, runners, coat-checkers, auction spotters, program ambassadors and more! This opportunity is flexible and can accommodate a wide range of interests, talents, and time commitments. All volunteers will receive fun perks like delicious food and branded Friends swag! Click here for more info and to sign up.
Sponsors
Event sponsors will receive recognition in front of an engaged and eco-conscious crowd!
Volunteers
We’re grateful to our sponsors for supporting this event and our work! If you are interested in sponsoring this event, please email [email protected] or call (360) 336-2106.
