Upcoming Events
year-round events
STATE PARKS FREE DAY
MARCH 19 — STATE PARKS' 111TH BIRTHDAY
APRIL 22 — EARTH DAY Earth Day
JUNE 8 — NATIONAL GET OUTDOORS DAY
JUNE 9 — FREE FISHING DAY
JUNE 19 — JUNETEENTH
SEPT. 28 — NATIONAL PUBLIC LANDS DAY
OCT. 10 — WORLD MENTAL HEALTH DAY
NOV. 11 — VETERANS DAY
NOV. 29 — AUTUMN DAY
Washington State Parks, Department of Fish and Wildlife and Department of Natural Resources are dedicated to making outdoor recreation accessible for everyone.
NATIONAL PARKS FREE DAYS
April 19, 2024 - First Day of National Park Week June 19, 2024 - Juneteenth National Independence Day
August 4, 2024 - Anniversary of the Great American Outdoors Act
September 28, 2024 - National Public Lands Day
November 11, 2024 - Veterans Day
National parks are America’s best idea, and there are more than 400 parks available to everyone, every day. The fee-free days provide a great opportunity to visit a new place or an old favorite, especially one of the national parks that normally charge an entrance fee. The others are free all the time. The entrance fee waiver for fee-free days does not cover amenity or user fees for activities such as camping, boat launches, transportation, or special tours.
MARCH Events
Squatchcon
DATES: MARCH 21-22
LOCATION: PORT ANGELES
Squatchcon is a uniquely Olympic Peninsula cosplay, gaming, and arts convention with a twist. Celebrate what makes our corner of the Pacific Northwest so wild, weird, and wonderful. That includes Sasquatch, especially the Sasquatch Darrell!
Squatchcon is held at Vern Burton Community Center in Port Angeles, Washington.
APRIL Events
ARBORFEST
DATES: APRIL 13
LOCATION: YAKIMA VALLEY
Turn up the "Flower Power" to celebrate Washington State's Arbor Day in a vibrant and nature-inspired extravaganza. It's all about embracing the true colors, captivating scents, and unique wonders of our magnificent trees and forests. Celebrate the beauty of nature and the vital role trees play in our lives. Families can expect lots of free learning opportunities, crafts, and displays showcasing the effects of forest fires. Plus, families will have an opportunity to take home their own tree to plant in their yard in honor of Arbor Day. The Arbor Festival strives to make environmental science fun for everyone to learn! April 13th, 10am - 3pm.
Gravel Unravel Biking Event
DATES: APRIL 20
LOCATION: Port Angeles
The Gravel Unravel is an endurance bicycle event series from Peninsula Adventure Sports that takes place on the gravel road systems of the Olympic Peninsula. Each event has a short, medium, and long course, followed by food and beer. Bring your gravel, mountain or cross bike and experience the beauty of Washington’s Olympic Peninsula.
TAGCON
DATES: APRIL 19-21
LOCATION: PASCO
TAGCON is an annual board game convention in the Tri-Cities that welcomes anyone and everyone who wants to play board games, card games, and roleplaying games.
Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
DATES: APRIL 1-30
LOCATION: MOUNT VERON
The Skagit Valley Tulip Festival is one of the destination events for the Pacific Northwest, held from April 1-30, celebrating millions of tulips bursting into bloom. As with all things governed by Mother Nature, the tulips bloom according to their own schedule sometime during the festival. The tulips allow us to share our corner of the world and showcase Skagit Valley agriculture.
Lilac Days
DATES: APRIL 20-30
LOCATION: WOODLAND
The Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens is a restoration project to honor the work of famed lilac developer Hulda Klager. It contains an 1800s house and surrounding buildings and Gardens. It is a National Historic Site.
MAY Events
Lilac Days
DATES: MAY 1-12
LOCATION: WOODLAND
The Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens is a restoration project to honor the work of famed lilac developer Hulda Klager. It contains an 1800s house and surrounding buildings and Gardens. It is a National Historic Site.
Rattlesnake Hills Wine Run
DATES: MAY 18
LOCATION: ZILLAH
Want to run AND taste wine?? Check out the Rattlesnake Hills Wine Run website for more details on this exciting event!
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DATES: MAY 11-18
LOCATION: SPOKANE
What was once a modest tradition has blossomed into a week-long extravaganza, where spring, youth, and community spirit converge in a jubilant celebration. As the most expansive and one of the oldest community events in the Inland Northwest, the SLFA offers a platform for all segments of the community to engage.
Pacific County Museum Month
DATES: MAY 1-31
LOCATION: PACIFIC COUNTY
Eleven museums in Pacific County are coming together to celebrate Museum Month. Each noteworthy museum will welcome guests to experience the deep culture and heritage that is woven through Pacific County firsthand. Museums throughout Raymond, Tokeland, the Long Beach Peninsula, and beyond are excited to present visitors with special offers, from store discounts and special exhibits to studio tours and discounted or complimentary admission. Be sure to stop by your favorite museums in May to participate!
White Salmon Wildflower Festival
DATES: MAY 1-31
LOCATION: WHITE SALMON
White Salmon Wildflower Festival is nestled in the largest scenic area in America, the Columbia River Gorge.
The 2nd Annual White Salmon Wildflower Festival unites our community to celebrate the natural beauty in and around White Salmon, Washington, while advocating for the preservation and appreciation of wildflowers during May. Proceeds from most of the events support the local non-profits, including CultureSeed, White Salmon Arts Council, Klickitat County Fire District #3, and the Downtown White Salmon Beautification Projects, focusing on native plants and art.
JUNE Events
Chinook Festival
DATES: JUNE 6-9
LOCATION: NACHES
Disconnect from the daily grind and reconnect to what really matters in the beautiful Cascade foothills! Chinook Fest is excited to reunite with our Chinook Fest Family once again to bring great music to the great outdoors and is proud of past performers like Sturgill Simpson, Lukas Nelson & Promise of the Real and Hannah Dasher to name a few!
Tri Town Get Down Festival
DATES: JUNE 7-9
LOCATION: RICHLAND
Check out the Tri-Town Music Festival featuring hundreds of artists, food, fun and more!
MOSES LAKE AIRSHOW
DATES: JUNE 15-16
LOCATION: MOSES LAKE
The Moses Lake Airshow is coming back next summer at the Grant County International Airport!
This yearly Father's Day weekend tradition will include something the whole family can enjoy - from the STEM activities to the incredible performers!
Gravel Unravel Biking Event
DATES: JUNE 15
LOCATION: Port Angeles
The Gravel Unravel is an endurance bicycle event series from Peninsula Adventure Sports that takes place on the gravel road systems of the Olympic Peninsula. Each event has a short, medium, and long course, followed by food and beer. Bring your gravel, mountain or cross bike and experience the beauty of Washington’s Olympic Peninsula.
JULY Events
Gravel Unravel Biking Event
DATES: JULY 20
LOCATION: Port Angeles
The Gravel Unravel is an endurance bicycle event series from Peninsula Adventure Sports that takes place on the gravel road systems of the Olympic Peninsula. Each event has a short, medium, and long course, followed by food and beer. Bring your gravel, mountain or cross bike and experience the beauty of Washington’s Olympic Peninsula.
