Sports Afield magazine had many reasons for selecting Port Angeles as “Washington’s Best Outdoor Sports Town” a few years ago, but there’s plenty to do indoors. When inclement weather arrives, there is a craving for inside activity and the area provides many diversions. Bowling Perfect for a family outing, bowling is always a great choice. No reservations are needed with hours until midnight every day. Laurel Lanes, a local favorite, offers 16 lanes. Recently updated with the latest computer assistance to enhance your bowling experience. A café is also on site. Health Clubs The Clallam County Family YMCA offers day passes and welcomes visitors. At the Y, you’ll find a basketball court, racquetball courts, cardiovascular rooms, free weights, machines, a variety of exercise classes and separate men’s and women’s saunas. Casinos Gaming and entertainment abound. East of Port Angeles is 7 Cedars Casino, a Vegas-style casino with craps tables, poker room, roulette wheels, keno boards, slot machines, card tournaments and special events, including shows by nationally recognized performers. There is a full-service restaurant, deli, gift shop and a smoke shop. Just west of Port Angeles you will find The Lower Elwha River Casino. The Elwha River Casino offers 7000 square feet of FUN – with over 100 electronic slot machines, and a full service deli. Day or night, there’s something for everyone! Both casinos offer shuttles so call for schedules and pick up locations. After Dark Active and retired professional musicians from all over the Olympic Peninsula come together to perform as the Port Angeles Symphony Orchestra. World-class guest artists regularly join the local ensemble. Port Angeles Light Opera Association will be performing their 27th production this summer. PALOA players provide year-round entertainment. PALOA singers can also be booked for events or meetings. The Community Playhouse provides a stage for the Port Angeles Community Players. The local thespians put together an annual five-play season between September and June. Nearby Sequim is home for the Olympic Theatre Arts, offering four evening and matinee performances each year during the same season. Lovers of the silver screen have two film viewing options in the area. Deer Park Cinema on the east side of Port Angeles offers five theatres. The downtown, 1920’s-era Lincoln Theatre retainsits classic marquee and feel while dividing itself into three smaller theatres.
Throughout the year special performances presented by the Juan de Fuca Festival showcase global talent and use the quality facilities of Peninsula College or the Port Angeles High School. If going to Port Townsend you will want to check out the schedule at Centrum to see what special events they have going on.
