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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

Skagit Tidewater Boil

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

Skagit Farm to Pint Festival

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 …

Skagit Bird Festival | Birds of Winter

Skagit Bird Festival | Birds of Winter

Skagit Bird Festival – Birds of Winter is November – February We invite you to explore the variety of habitats and view the diversity of bird life that makes the Skagit Valley such a treasured birding destination during the Skagit …

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.

Blast From The Past – June

Blast From The Past – June

Blast from the Past is a local three day Sedro-Woolley event generally held the first weekend in June featuring a vendor fair, live music and a car, truck and motorcycle show. Featured Site: Sedro-Woolley Chamber of Commerce

Skagit Valley 4th of July Celebrations

Skagit Valley 4th of July Celebrations

The 4th of July is a time for celebration and reflection, and Skagit County in Washington State is the perfect place to experience the true essence of freedom. With a wide range of events and activities happening throughout the county, you’re sure to find something that sparks your interest. From thrilling fireworks displays to lively parades and unique local traditions, Skagit County has it all. Explore the exciting lineup of Independence Day festivities happening in our communities in Skagit County!