From Forest Trails to Samish Bay

The Willowbrook Water Tank Walk, Bike, Run offers a slower kind of summer adventure through Skagit Valley — tea and scones at Willowbrook Manor, miles along the Cascade Trail, farmland views, and time beside the Skagit River. Whether you walk, run, or ride, it’s a day built around community and the Northwest landscape. Learn more … Read more

Music on the Waterfront in Anacortes

Rock the Dock returns to the Anacortes waterfront with a summer evening of live music, classic rock favorites, and coastal Northwest energy. From the Dana Osborn Band to Queen Mother’s tribute to Queen, it’s the kind of Fourth of July celebration made for singing along by the water. Learn more about the event: Port of … Read more

Summer Evenings at the July Terramarket

The July Terramarket at Terramar Brewstillery brings together local makers, live music, and hillside views for an easy summer evening in Bow. Set among the rolling landscapes of Skagit Valley, it’s a gathering built around community, local creativity, and long Northwest summer light. Learn more about the event: July Terramarket at Terramar Brewstillery Before or … Read more

Blast from the Past Weekend in Sedro-Woolley

Blast from the Past returns to Sedro-Woolley with vintage cars, live music, sidewalk sales, and a full weekend of small-town Skagit Valley energy. This year’s “Vintage 1976” theme brings a little nostalgia to the streets, with classic cars, local eats, and summer kicking into gear. See more details here. After the festivities, take the scenic … Read more

Hoops & Coastal Views in La Conner

The La Conner “B” Classic brings a full weekend of high school basketball to one of Skagit Valley’s most scenic waterfront towns. Teams from across the region will take the court for two days of competition, school spirit, and early summer tournament energy. Learn more about the tournament here: LA Conner “B” Classic 2026 After … Read more

Basketball Weekend in Mount Vernon

The Mount Vernon Invitational Girls Basketball Tournament returns for another weekend of fast-paced competition and Northwest talent on the court. Teams from across the region will gather throughout Mount Vernon for two days of high-energy games, community, and summer tournament tradition. Learn more about the basketball tournament here. After the final buzzer, head west toward … Read more

A Summer Saturday at the Lawn Mower Races

Burlington’s annual Lawn Mower Races return with dirt-track competition, local food vendors, and a full day of small-town summer energy. Expect roaring engines, friendly rivalry, and a crowd gathered around one of Skagit Valley’s more unexpected traditions. See more details here. After the races, slow things down with dinner at The Oyster Bar on Chuckanut … Read more

A Colorful Start to Summer in Sedro-Woolley

The Blast Fun Run Bubble 5k brings color, community, and a little nostalgia to downtown Sedro-Woolley during Blast from the Past weekend. With music, volunteers cheering along the route, and clouds of color throughout the course, it’s a lively way to spend a June morning in Skagit Valley. Learn more about the Fun Run here. … Read more

History, Wildlife & Dinner on Chuckanut Drive

Step aboard the Island Explorer 5 for an evening historical cruise through the Salish Sea, featuring local historians, archival stories from Anacortes, and the chance to spot wildlife along the way. Scenic water views, Northwest history, and a slower pace on the water make this a memorable early summer outing. Learn more about the historical … Read more

An Evening at the June Terramarket

The June Terramarket at Terramar Brewstillery brings together local makers, live music, and sweeping Skagit Valley views for an easy summer evening in Bow. Set against the hillsides above Samish Bay, it’s the kind of gathering that captures the slower rhythm of the Pacific Northwest. See more details here. Before or after the market, join … Read more