Washington State Events
May
Grays Harbor Shorebird Festival
Each spring millions of shorebirds stop to rest in Grays Harbor on their way from Argentina to Alaska. This concentration of birds offers people a great chance to view a number of shorebird species. Address: P.O. Box 470 Montesano, WA 98563 Phone: 800 303 8498 Website: ShorebirdFestival.com
49er Days in Winthrop
Relive the late 1800's during this three day event. Parade, events, games, country music, cowboy dinner and poetry, packers contest and much, much more. Contact Person: Winthrop Chamber of Commerce Address: Wild West Winthrop, WA USA Phone: 888-463-8469 Email: Website: WinthropWashington.com
Dates: May 2nd-4th, 2014
Maifest
Celebrate spring in Bavaria. Enjoy entertainment all weekend. Experience the Grand Parade, live entertainment, traditional German dancing, including the Maipole Dance. Stroll through the Bavarian V Price: Free Address: Throughout Leavenworth Phone: 509-548-5807 Website: leavenworth.org
Volksfest
A century old German tradition of a yearly sporting event, one of which is walking. Anyone who is able may participate. There are sanctioned events held in all 50 states as well as over 40 countries. Address: Friday Only: Chumstick Grange Hall 210 Front St. Leavenworth, Saturday & Sunday District School Office, 330 Evans St, Leavenworth Phone: 509-548-6112 Website: ava.org
Cascade Golf Classic
A fundraising event to purchase a bone densitometer for Cascade Medical Center. Everyone is welcome to be a community supporter for healthcare by being a sponsor, player or volunteer. Contact Person: Terry Address: 9101 Icicle Rd. Leavenworth, WA 98826 Phone: 509-548-2323 Website: CascadeMedicalCenter.org
Nutcracker Museum
Displaying well over 5,000 nutcrackers originating form over 40 countries, the Leavenworth Nutcracker Museum is definitely a place you'll want to visit. Address: 735 Front Street, P. O. Box 129 Leavenworth, WA 98826 Phone: 509-548-4573 Website: NutcrackerMuseum.com
Museum tours
Dates: May 1st through October 31st
Hours: 2PM - 5PM Every day
Price: Adults $2.50. Students $1.00. Kids 5 and under Free.
Village Art in the Park
Come and enjoy the longest running juried outdoor art show in the Pacific Northwest, it provides scholarships using a venue that also supports working amateur and professional artists. Address: Front Street Park Phone: 509-548-5809 Email: Website: VillageArtInThePark.org
Seattle Beer Week
Seattle Beer Week is a week long celebration of Seattle's rich brewing history and culture, full of events. Website: SeattleBeerWeek.com
Dates: May 13 - 23, 2013
Dates: May 12 - 22, 2013
WA State Vacation Rental Managers Meeting
Top Vacation Rental Managers meet to share ideas and foster the industry. Guest speakers, news and information. Plus the only state website that features Vacation Rentals in the Evergreen State. Contact Person: Josh Dettweiller Address: WAVRMA 22987 Seattle, WA 98122-0987 Phone: 206-701-9142 Extension 906 Fax: 888-628-0839 Email: Website: WAVRMA.org
Gorge Amphitheatre at George
The Gorge Amphitheatre is a 20,000 seat concert venue located above the Columbia River gorge in George, Washington. It has been voted the best major outdoor concert venue in North America. Address: 754 Silica Road NW Quincy Wa 98848 Website: LiveNation.com
Spring Bird Festival
Experience a weekend celebrating birdsong and exploring the natural world birding, geology, wildflowers, conservation, art exhibits, music and more. Address: Various areas around Leavenworth Phone: 509-548-5807 Website: LeavenworthSpringBirdFest.com
June
International Accordion Celebration
Accordion music at its finest: jazz, popular, classical, ethnic and everthing in between. Competitions with cash awards, workshops, jam sessions, accordion parade and four nights of concerts and da Address: Various location in Leavenworth Phone: 529-548-5807 Website: http://www.accordioncelebration.com
Bike & Brews Festival
The Bavarian Bike & Brew Festival is unique in many ways. The IMBA sanctioned XC race features a spectacular, but rigorous 8.6 mile loop with 1800 ft elevation gain per lap. Address: Front St., Leavenworth, WA 98826 Phone: 509-548-1158 Email:
Seafair
Seattle's all-city premier event. Activities happen over six weeks and everyone is invited. From parades to hydroplane races. Address: Seattle, WA Website: Seafair.com
Dates: June 27, 2013
Hours: Starts at 7 am.
Price: Refer to marathon registration
Nutcracker Museum
Displaying well over 5,000 nutcrackers originating form over 40 countries, the Leavenworth Nutcracker Museum is definitely a place you'll want to visit. Address: 735 Front Street, P. O. Box 129 Leavenworth, WA 98826 Phone: 509-548-4573 Website: NutcrackerMuseum.com
Museum tours
Dates: May 1st through October 31st
Hours: 2PM - 5PM Every day
Price: Adults $2.50. Students $1.00. Kids 5 and under Free.
Village Art in the Park
Come and enjoy the longest running juried outdoor art show in the Pacific Northwest, it provides scholarships using a venue that also supports working amateur and professional artists. Address: Front Street Park Phone: 509-548-5809 Email: Website: VillageArtInThePark.org
Gorge Amphitheatre at George
The Gorge Amphitheatre is a 20,000 seat concert venue located above the Columbia River gorge in George, Washington. It has been voted the best major outdoor concert venue in North America. Address: 754 Silica Road NW Quincy Wa 98848 Website: LiveNation.com
July
Kinderfest & Fourth of July Celebration
A festival for families and children in the pursuit of fun with lots to see and do for everyone. Face painting, hands-on exhibits, giant inflatable games, a petting zoo and surprises.
Free popcorn
Price: Free Address: Front Street Park Phone: 529-548-5807 Website: http://www.leavenworth.org
Kinderfest & Fourth of July Celebration
This is a Free fun filled day for all kids! Face painting, popcorn, snowcones, cotton candy, balloons, games, live entertainment and so much more!
Dates: July 4th, 2013
Price: Free
Phone: 509-548-5807
Seafair
Seattle's all-city premier event. Activities happen over six weeks and everyone is invited. From parades to hydroplane races. Address: Seattle, WA Website: Seafair.com
Dates: July 4 - 5, 2013
Hours: Sets off at 10 am - closing
Price: Event is free. Donations are welcome.
Nutcracker Museum
Displaying well over 5,000 nutcrackers originating form over 40 countries, the Leavenworth Nutcracker Museum is definitely a place you'll want to visit. Address: 735 Front Street, P. O. Box 129 Leavenworth, WA 98826 Phone: 509-548-4573 Website: NutcrackerMuseum.com
Museum tours
Dates: May 1st through October 31st
Hours: 2PM - 5PM Every day
Price: Adults $2.50. Students $1.00. Kids 5 and under Free.
