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Skagit Bigfoot Fest – September

Skagit Bigfoot Fest – September

Skagit BigFoot Fest is a Bigfoot Music and Vendor Festival that offers a unique and entertaining experience for attendees.  Skagit BigFoot Fest is held at the Skagit County Fairgrounds the last weekend in September. WEBSITE

Bike MS: Deception Pass Classic – September

Bike MS: Deception Pass Classic – September

Escape the city and ride through the beautiful Pacific Northwest on this fully supported two-day ride. Enjoy breathtaking views as you cross the Deception Pass Bridge providing a one-of-a-kind experience. Feel the extraordinary excitement throughout your journey through Whatcom, Skagit, …

La Conner Bird Festival

La Conner Bird Festival

La Conner Birding Festival Takes Flight to Celebrate the Rich Avian Diversity of Skagit Valley and La Conner The eagerly awaited annual La Conner Birding Festival graces the skies in February, inviting bird enthusiasts to immerse themselves in a weekend …

The Illuminight Winter Walk – January

The Illuminight Winter Walk – January

The Illuminight Winter Walk event celebrates art, light, health, and our community. This FREE family-friendly event includes live music, lantern displays by local artists from a wide range of skill levels, and a luminary-lit procession along the waterfront in Downtown Mount Vernon.

The Wild & Scenic Film Festival – October

The Wild & Scenic Film Festival – October

This festival is a natural extension of Skagit Fisheries Enhancement Group’s mission to engage the Skagit community in watershed restoration and stewardship, and to inspire people to act on behalf of the environment in general. Films that will be shown …

Cooking for Kids BBQ Challenge – September

Cooking for Kids BBQ Challenge – September

The PNW Barbeque Association, in partnership with Camp Korey, will be hosting 36 BBQ competitors competing for various prizes and honors. This weekend event will include a Community Day where the community is invited to try delicious BBQ samples, enjoy …

Skagit Tidewater Boil – September

Skagit Tidewater Boil – September

Join friends, family, and farming neighbors at Genuine Skagit Valley’s Inaugural Skagit Tidewater Boil at the La Conner Marina the last weekend in September.  Feast on local crab and break bread while listening to live music. This festive and family-friendly …

Skagit Farm to Pint Festival – September

Skagit Farm to Pint Festival – September

The Skagit Farm to Pint FEST is the gathering of Skagit Breweries and Cideries paired with Skagit Valley Restaurants and/or Farmers, highlighting local Skagit Valley ingredients and featuring Skagit-grown bands.

Discovery Gardens Open House – June

Discovery Gardens Open House – June

Discover the Demonstration Gardens! Explore eight acres of gardens at one location in Skagit Valley on the last Saturday in June!

Summer Sips – June

Summer Sips – June

Downtown Mount Vernon’s biggest party is here again, and you’re invited to celebrate summer with beverage tastings at your favorite shops & restaurants!  Join us on the first Friday of June. Enjoy in-store specials & events, wine, beer & cider tastes at select locations as we celebrate summer.

Winter Wonderland

Winter Wonderland

Snow trucked in from Mt Baker, reindeer, wagon rides, famous movie Princesses and Superheroes, indoor carnival activities… it’s all coming to the Children’s Museum of Skagit County at the Cascade Mall this December. Families from all over the Pacific Northwest …

Bier on the Pier Brew & Cider Festival

Bier on the Pier Brew & Cider Festival

The cries of cheers once again herald the arrival of Anacortes Bier on the Pier! A two-day extravaganza of bier, ciders, food and music the 1st Friday and Saturday of October! Bring your thirst, and leave room to enjoy the …

La Conner Daffodil Festival – March

La Conner Daffodil Festival – March

You all have heard about the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival right? While the tulips are our most famous blooms, there’s nothing quite as wonderful as entire fields of bright, cheery daffodils against our Mt. Baker backdrop. The La Conner Daffodil Festival …

Berry Dairy Days – June

Berry Dairy Days – June

Although it started as the “Strawberry Festival”, Berry Dairy Days has been a consistent part of the community for over 85 years! Berry Dairy Days continues to celebrate Burlington’s history, agriculture, farming, traditions and community and features fireworks, entertainment stage, kid zone, grill competition, lawnmower races, and a grand parade.

Anacortes Waterfront Festival – June

Anacortes Waterfront Festival – June

The Anacortes Waterfront Festival is a free event showcasing the best waterfront activities the first weekend of June. This family-friendly event holds many traditions for residents and visitors, including Quick and Dirty Boat Building Competitions, free boat rides provided by the Anacortes Yacht Club, hands-on children’s activities, including building wooden sailboats with Fidalgo Island Rotary, games, making costumes, and more.