• Crowd of people gathered outdoors in a street with colorful houses and utility poles, some in costumes including a person dressed as Chewbacca from Star Wars.

    Casting a spell on Coupeville's historic waterfront this October

Where there’s a little witch in all of us…

Witchy, welcoming, and picture-perfect, Coupeville comes alive each October with the Halloween spirit! Join us October 22 - 25, 2026, for a Practically Magic Halloweekend in the seaside town where Practical Magic came to life. From family-friendly pumpkin races to not-quite-midnight margaritas, there’s enchantment for everyone in the heart of historic Coupeville.

The Great Coupeville Pumpkin Race

Registration for The Great Coupeville Pumpkin Race is open now! Read the 2026 Rules and Regulations and sign up today.

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EVENTS

  • A circular logo for the Couchville Historic Waterfront Association featuring a detailed line drawing of a large house with a wraparound porch, a pointed roof, and multiple stories, set against a night sky with stars and a crescent moon.

    Practically Magic Guided Walking Tours

    Discover the charm and stories of historic Coupeville, WA as you explore the real-life locations featured in Practical Magic. 

    On this hour-long walking tour you’ll roam downtown Coupeville and the surrounding neighborhood while getting insider information about the filming of the 1998 cult classic. 

    Tickets $25

    Your tour includes:

    • A guided walking tour (45-60 min)

    • Insider stories and filming details

    • A special commemorative tour gift

    • A coupon for a margarita or non-alcoholic beverage at Osprey Fish Co.

    Tour Dates: Saturdays, September 12–October 24, 2026
    Tour Times: 11:00 AM, 1:00 PM, and 3:00 PM

    Please note: Tours will not be offered on Saturday, October 17.

    Maximum 30 people per tour. If tours do not have sufficient sign-ups, they will be cancelled by noon the day prior and registrants will be notified by email.

    Tickets
  • An older man in sunglasses and a brown jacket singing into a microphone at a decorated indoor event, with people dressed in costumes around him.

    Movie Nights (21+)

    Thursday, October 22rd, Friday, October 23th & Saturday, October 24th

    Doors open at 6:00 PM
    Movie Begins at 8:00 PM

    Tickets are sold out online for 2026.

    Celebrate Practical Magic in the town where the quintessential witchy film was brought to life! Don your most enchanting costumes and get ready for a night of magic, fun, and community spirit.

    Sponsored by Windermere Real Estate.

    Wine courtesy of Phantom Wine.

    This is a 21+ event with margaritas, beer and wine available for purchase. Must show valid ID for entry!

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  • People dressed in Halloween costumes at a street event, with two individuals in the foreground wearing Batman and Halloween-themed costumes smiling and dancing, surrounded by children and adults in various costumes.

    Torchlight Parade & Street Dance

    Saturday, October 24th

    5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

    Step into a Halloween wonderland with the Torchlight Parade & Street Dance on Saturday, October 24th! This FREE and family-friendly event is the perfect way to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year in Coupeville!

    The parade muster begins at 5:00 PM at the corner of Main and Coveland.

    Sponsored by Front Street Realty and People’s Bank.

  • A crowd of people gathered outdoors, some watching children playing a game with a wagon in the foreground. A man with sunglasses and a white hat with sunglasses on it is kneeling next to a young girl in a red jacket. There are tents and trees in the background.

    The Great Coupeville Pumpkin Race

    Sunday, October 25th

    Races begin at 2:00 PM

    Rev up your gourds and get ready for a rollicking good time at The Great Coupeville Pumpkin Race! This high-energy event is the grand finale of a Practically Magic Halloweekend, bringing together locals and visitors alike for an afternoon of fun, competition, and a touch of Halloween magic. FREE to register and attend. Registration will open early October 2026.

    Sponsored by Puget Sound Energy.

  • A cartoon-style frog dressed as a witch with a tall pointed black hat, sitting between two carved orange pumpkins with faces, with a full moon and purple clouds in the background.

    Find the Frogs!

    A Practically Magic Savenger Hunt
    October 1st - 31st

    Calling witches of all ages! Coupeville is overrun with magical frogs and we need your help to find them all. Grab a FREE passport at Kingfisher Bookstore and find the witchy frog at participating local businesses.

    Get a stamp at the register when you find a frog. If you find at least 12 frogs, bring your passport back to the bookstore for a free Halloweekend sticker. If you find at least 24 frogs, you get a sticker and a free book from the Kingfisher’s Seconds Stack.

    Sponsored and produced by Kingfisher Bookstore.

  • A display featuring a magazine cover titled 'Practical Magic' with images of two women with dark hair and makeup, surrounded by candles and greenery.

    Practically Magic Matinee

    Saturday, October 24th

    Doors open at 12:00 PM
    Movie Begins at 1:00 PM

    Online tickets are sold out for 2026!

    Join us for our first-ever Saturday Matinee as we celebrate Practical Magic in historic Coupeville, WA: the town where the witchy cult classic came to life!

    This afternoon screening is perfect for fans under the age of 21 and anyone who prefers a more relaxing moviegoing experience without the midnight margarita madness!

    Each $20 ticket includes admission, one non-alcoholic beverage and complimentary popcorn! No alcohol will be served at this showing.

    Please note: This film contains some scary scenes and mature themes. If you are attending with a younger teen, we strongly suggest you consider your child’s ability to watch before attending.

    Tickets on sale September 10th

  • The Gilded Toad (21+)

    Saturday, October 24th
    1 PM - 6:30 PM
    Kingfisher Arts & Letters Garden
    7 Front St NE

    Hop on over to The Gilded Toad, a Practically Magic garden of libations produced by Rain Shadow Nursery & Hardware and Whidbey Provisions. Featuring beer from Crossed Arrows Brewery, cold and hot mulled cider from Greenbank Cidery and snacks from Whidbey provisions available for purchase. 21+ ID required for entry. Tokens are $10 and must be purchased at The Gilded Toad.

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More Events

Seeking more witchy fun on Whidbey Island? Our friends at the Coupeville Chamber of Commerce have you covered. Visit the Chamber website for year-round events and the Chamber-produced Haunting of Coupeville for more seasonal delights, such as the Witch Walk on October 17th, 2026!

A group of people dressed as witches participating in a witch-themed parade or event on a rainy day, walking with umbrellas on a wet street.

Photo by the Coupeville Chamber of Commerce.

Logo for Coupville Chamber of Commerce showing a red barn on stilts above a green field with trees, a blue water body, and two birds in the sky.