Festivals and Events
Bavarian Ice Fest
January 17-18, 2015
Fun for the whole family, outdoor games, snow sculptures, dog sledding and fireworks on Sunday night. Watch the locals tug it out in a serious game of tug-o-war.
Free. Competitions require small fee to register.
509-548-5807
info@leavenworth.org
http://www.leavenworth.org/modules/pages/?pageid=271
Leavenworth Wine & Chocolate
Feb 13-16, 2015
Stroll through the heart of the Bavarian Village and sample a
variety of wines paired with nibbles of chocolate from wine tasting
shops. Tasting prices vary at each location.
509-548-5807
www.cascadefarmlands.com/event/downtown-leavenworth-wine-chocolate/?eID=843#sthash.WtEiqo4G.dpuf
Leavenworth Ale & Cider Fest
April 17-18,2015
If you like beer & hard cider this is the festival for you. 40 different beers available to try. Food, Music, Beer and Cider Tasting.
All Proceeds benefit Leavenworth Nutcracker Musuem.
509-548-4573
info@leavenworthalefest.com
www.alefest.com
Maifest
May 8-10, 2015
Traditonal German celebration to welcome spring. See the Maypole in action. Dancing, food and music.
Free.
509-548-5807
info@leavenworth.org
www.leavenworth.org/calendar/month/2015-05#event-3729-0
Spring Bird Fest
May 14-17, 2015
Explore the world of birds and get close to nature, for birders of all levels.
www.leavenworthspringbirdfest.com
Bavarian Bike & Brews Festival
June 6, 2015
IMBA sanctioned XC races, live music, beer and camping on site.
509-548-5615
www.dasradhaus.com
Leavenworth International Accordion Festival
June 18-21, 2015
Accordion parade, competitions, workshops and live performances by top accordion artists. The streets come alive with music.
Cost varies, some free.
206-622-4786
www.nwasnews.com
Founders' Days
June 2015
Friday evening with the annual Lions Club community barbecue. Saturday is
packed with events, including children's events, food and arts and crafts
booths, the one-of-a-kind ping pong ball drop and the grand parade, which
starts at 7 p.m.
509-782-7404
www.cashmerechamber.com
Kinderfest
July 4th
Festival for families, face painting, games, clown and food.
Free
509-548-5807
info@leavenworth.org
http://www.leavenworth.org/modules/pages/?pageid=253
Chelan County Fair
Sept 10-13, 2015. Cashmere.
One of Central WA's best family entertainment values at just $10 for
Adults, $8 for Seniors, and $8 for students.
509-782-3232
www.co.chelan.wa.us/fa/index.htm
Autumn Leaf Festival
September 2015
Best parade ever! Parade Saturday at noon. Free
509-782-3030
info@autumnleaffestival.com
www.autumnleaffestival.com
Wenatchee River Salmon Fest
September 17-19, 2015. Leavenworth.
Celebrate the return of the Salmon with fun educational activities for the whole family. Free.
509.548.6662 x271
director@salmonfest.org
www.salmonfest.org
Apple Days
First weekend in October. Cashmere.
Good family fun, apple pie contest, cowboy shoot-outs in the village, the
Old Time Church Service Sunday morning and plenty of vendors and
demonstrations. The Tillicum Riders also return to give horse rides to the
kids.
509-782-3230
info@cashmeremuseum.org
www.cashmeremuseum.org
Oktoberfest
First three weekends in October
Closest to the real thing this side of Germany, Lederhosen and Dirndls are in abundance, great people watching, as well as great beer and food. 3 stages of music, real German bands. Guaranteed you will be doing the chicken dance.
Buy tickets in advance
509-548-7021
info@leavenworthoktoberfest.com
www.leavenworthoktoberfest.com
Christkindlmarkt
First Weekend after Thanksgiving
Outdoor Traditional Bavarian Christmas Market. Food, Music and Activities for Kids. Roasted Chestnuts and Gluwein top off the experience.
Free
info@christkindlmarktleavenworth.com
www.christkindlmarktleavenworth.com
Christmas Lighting Ceremony
First 3 weekends in December, Saturday and Sunday only.
Watch the town light up and feel like a kid again. Imagine thousands of people in the streets singing Christmas songs and feeling the Christmas spirit. Food and Music.
Free
509-548-5807
info@leavenworth.org
http://www.leavenworth.org/modules/pages/?pageid=266
