Festivals & Events in Chelan County

From Bavarian festivals and apple-blossom parades to lakeside fireworks, bluegrass, and world-class music, Chelan County celebrates all year long. Browse our signature events below — filter by town or type and plan your next trip around the fun.

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Lake Chelan Winterfest

Two weekends of ice and fire: live ice carving, the region’s largest beach bonfire, fireworks, a wine walk, ice bar,
January 16, 2026
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January 25, 2026
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Washington State Apple Blossom Festival

One of the nation’s oldest festivals celebrates the spring bloom with parades, an arts & crafts fair, carnival, car shows,
April 23, 2026
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May 3, 2026
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Cascade Celtic Festival

Three days of Celtic music, dance, and culture across stages at the Leavenworth Festhalle and downtown venues.
May 1, 2026
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May 3, 2026
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Leavenworth Maifest

Leavenworth welcomes spring Bavarian-style with the Grand March (Festzug), the raising of the Maibaum maypole, Maipole dancing, and live oompah
May 8, 2026
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May 10, 2026
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Manson Apple Blossom Festival

A beloved hometown tradition honoring the area’s orchard roots with a coronation pageant, grand parade, street fair, fun run, and
May 8, 2026
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May 9, 2026
Food & Wine
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Wenatchee Valley Farmers Market — Opening Day

The farmers market season kicks off at Pybus Public Market with local produce, artisan foods, flowers, and handmade goods every
May 9, 2026
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Tour de Bloom

Six days of competitive road cycling through the scenic Wenatchee Valley, including stage races, time trials, and a downtown criterium.
May 14, 2026
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May 19, 2026
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Lake Chelan Wine & Jazz Festival

Award-winning Lake Chelan wines paired with live jazz across waterfront venues and tasting rooms.
May 14, 2026
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May 17, 2026
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Chelan Pride Festival

A vibrant celebration of community and inclusion at Riverwalk Park with live music, comedy, dancing, vendors, and food trucks.
June 6, 2026
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Entiat HydroFest

Hydroplane boat racing on the Columbia River at Entiat City Park, with vendors, food, and riverfront viewing.
June 13, 2026
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June 14, 2026
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Wenatchee River Bluegrass Festival

A weekend of top regional and national bluegrass acts, jam sessions, and camping at the Chelan County Expo Center in
June 19, 2026
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June 21, 2026
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The TOUR Stage Race

The TedDriven Overland Ultra Relay (TOUR) is an epic three-day stage relay race through the stunning landscapes of North Central
June 19, 2026
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June 21, 2026
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Leavenworth Bike Fest

A weekend of group rides, demos, and cycling fun in and around the Bavarian village of Leavenworth.
June 19, 2026
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June 21, 2026
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Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration

Accordion competitions, classes, concerts, and spontaneous jam sessions across downtown Leavenworth.
June 25, 2026
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June 28, 2026
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Lake Chelan Arts Festival

Local and regional artists showcase their work along the Chelan Riverwalk with live music and family activities.
June 26, 2026
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June 28, 2026
Family & Community
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Cashmere Founders’ Days

Cashmere’s signature summer celebration with a grand parade, helicopter ball drop, car show, live music, food, and family activities throughout
June 27, 2026
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June 28, 2026
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Wenatchee Valley Fourth of July

North Central Washington’s largest professional fireworks show lights up the sky over the Columbia River at Walla Walla Point Park.
July 3, 2026
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July 4, 2026
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Manson Grand Old 4th of July

Independence Day on the lake with a parade, lakeside festivities, live music, and one of the area’s best fireworks shows
July 4, 2026
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Lights Over the Lake Drone Show

Lake Chelan’s first-ever drone show, celebrating America’s 250th anniversary. Watch as hundreds of illuminated drones transform the night sky into
July 5, 2026, 10:00 pm
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10:45 pm
Music & Arts
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Lake Chelan Bach Fest

Eight days of world-class classical music featuring more than 100 musicians across 20+ concerts and events around Lake Chelan.
July 11, 2026
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July 18, 2026
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Washington State Star Party

One of the Pacific Northwest’s premier stargazing gatherings, the Washington State Star Party (formerly the Table Mountain Star Party) draws
July 14, 2026
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July 18, 2026
Family & Community
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Entiat Summerfest

A fun-filled summer day at Entiat City Park with food vendors, arts and crafts, a car show, and games for
July 18, 2026
Sports & Outdoors
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Lake Chelan Pro Rodeo

Bull riders, bucking broncos, roping, and the World Famous Chicken Race light up the Lake Chelan arena.
July 18, 2026
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July 19, 2026
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Leavenworth Summer Theater

Broadway-caliber musicals performed under the stars at the Ski Hill Amphitheater, ringed by the Cascade peaks. The summer season features
August 30, 2026
Family & Community
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Chelan County Fair

The classic county fair with animal exhibits, a rodeo, carnival rides, commercial booths, and fair food, held the weekend after
September 10, 2026
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September 13, 2026
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Wenatchee River Salmon Festival

A three-day celebration of the returning salmon and the natural resources of the Wenatchee Valley at the Rocky Reach Discovery
September 17, 2026
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September 19, 2026
Pumpkin Patch at Chelan Valley Farms

Pumpkin Patch at Chelan Valley Farms

The 8th annual u-pick pumpkin patch in Manson, open from September 19 through the end of October. Free admission and
September 19, 2026, 10:00 am
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October 31, 2026, 5:00 pm
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Lake Chelan Wine Harvest

Newly released wines, barrel tastings, grape stomps, vineyard tours, and live music throughout the Lake Chelan Wine Valley.
September 22, 2026
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November 26, 2026
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Washington State Autumn Leaf Festival

Leavenworth’s longest-running festival, celebrating the turning of the leaves since 1964. A grand parade, live music, arts and crafts, a
September 25, 2026
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September 27, 2026
Pybus Fresh Hop Festival

Pybus Fresh Hop Festival

The 3rd Annual Fresh Hop Festival returns to Pybus Public Market in Wenatchee, at the Westside Outdoor Event Venue. Enjoy
September 26, 2026, 3:30 pm
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7:30 pm
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Leavenworth Oktoberfest

Three weekends of authentic Bavarian Oktoberfest with beer gardens, live entertainment across multiple stages, a street fair, lawn games, and
October 2, 2026
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October 17, 2026
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Cashmere Apple Days

A beloved harvest tradition at the Cashmere Museum & Pioneer Village. Apple pie contests, horse-drawn wagon rides, historic demonstrations and
October 3, 2026
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October 4, 2026
Tamarack Festival at Mission Ridge

Tamarack Festival at Mission Ridge

Three Saturdays celebrating the golden season at Mission Ridge, as the mountain trades summer green for the brilliant gold of
October 3, 2026, 11:00 am
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October 17, 2026, 8:00 pm
Manson Harvest Fest

Manson Harvest Fest

Downtown Manson fills up for a day of fall celebration, from late morning through the evening. The day includes live
October 17, 2026, 11:00 am
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6:00 pm
Holiday
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Numerica Festival of Trees

The holiday season opens in Wenatchee with a dazzling display of designer-decorated Christmas trees, a gala auction, family activities and
November 19, 2026
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November 22, 2026
Holiday
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Village of Lights: Christmastown

More than half a million twinkling lights blanket the Bavarian village nightly, with live performances, Santa visits, holiday characters, and
November 27, 2026
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December 24, 2026

Plan Your Year

From spring blossoms to winter lights, there's always something happening across the valley. Pick a weekend, round up your crew, and make a Chelan County festival the centerpiece of your trip.