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04/19/2024

The famous Tulip Festival Street Fair - Mount Vernon, WA is starting today! Here's a great tip for parking to make your visit that much easier. We will see you there!

Heads up!

Downtown will be as busy as ever for the Tulip Festival Street Fair this weekend! Be prepared and plan ahead by checking out the parking map attached. However, the BEST parking solution is to park at the South Mount Vernon Park & Ride and catch bus #202 which runs every 25-30 minutes as traffic allows. There is A LOT of parking at the park and ride.

See you soon!

04/17/2024

Now is the time to come see the tulips! Each garden has its own unique charm. Plan your trip today.

04/12/2024

Make sure you stop by Hillcrest Park for the Kiwanis Club of Mount Vernon Salmon BBQ when you visit to see the tulips. You will find them Friday, Saturday and Sunday throughout April.

The Mount Vernon Kiwanis have been cooking salmon for over 50 years as their primary fundraiser to help children in the Join them at this year's Salmon BBQ in April during the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival at Hillcrest Park in Mount Vernon (1717 S 13TH ST, MT VERNON, WA. 98273) on Fridays, Saturdays & Sundays from 11am - 7pm.

Discover the Magic of Skagit ✨

📷: Mount Vernon Kiwanis Salmon BBQ

04/09/2024

The tulips are out in full force! Plan your trip for the good weather that is forecasted.

04/03/2024

Thanks for the bloom update Andrew! The tulips are coming along nicely. Make sure you plan your visit today!

03/27/2024

Garden Rosalyn Washington opens tomorrow! Plan your trip today!!!

03/25/2024

Tulip Town opens this Saturday! Do you have your trip planned? It looks like it's going to be the perfect sunny weekend to enjoy the flowers.

03/18/2024

Here’s some great tips while planning your trip to see the tulips. Thank you Skagit Valley Tulip Festival!

03/09/2024

Here we go! The color is starting and the warmer weather forecast for next week should really bring the blooms on. Plan your trip today!

The daffodils are starting to pop! Seems like overnight the rows of Dutch Master went from mostly green to mostly yellow. And next week we expect we will be seeing full rows of golden yellow color!

03/08/2024

The tulips are showing some great progress! Do you have your trip planned to come and visit them?

02/21/2024

This sounds like a great way to enjoy Little Mountain Park and learn about our local plant life.

Join a community of plant enthusiasts and learn about the forest in winter. Learn how to identify native plants in their dormant period. Hope to see you there!
Sign up here: https://forms.gle/N1w6wYyydjUUcNcK9
All ages welcome!
Date: February Sunday 25th
Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location: Little Mountain Park (Lower Parking Lot)
3000 Little Mountain Road
Mount Vernon, WA 98274

02/13/2024

Are you looking for a local gift for your loved one? These beautiful tulips are sure to please!

02/08/2024

Succulents & Sips? Yes please! I wonder if there are any heart shaped succulents out there?

This Friday is our first event with Flora & Fauna, let's give them some love! Join us at the taproom to put together your own stunning succulent display while you sip on our beer and grab a bite to eat! Grab your Valentine, your Galentine, or yourself for this fun event! See you there!

12/24/2023

🎄✨ 🎁 In the spirit of gratitude, let us cherish the company of kindred spirits and extend that kindness upon our neighbors, city, state, country, and the world.

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays filled with moments of pure bliss and the magic of the winter season. 🎅❤️✨

12/21/2023

🎄✅! 🎅🌟 Let’s intend to appreciate the simple pleasures of the holiday season: a hot cup of cocoa, shopping for friends and loved ones, baking traditions, all while immersing yourselves in the magical spirit of Christmas peace that surrounds you. 🎁❤️

12/15/2023

Whiskey Trail at Bertelsen's Winery
Live Music! 🎤🎼🎹
Saturday, December 16, 2023
5 - 8 p.m.

The Award Winning Whisky Trail is back at Bertelsen's Winery in Mount Vernon, Washington. Save the date! 🪕🎸

$15 tickets (by Venue) https://bertelsenwinery.ticketspice.com/whiskey-trail-121623

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12/14/2023

"Frosty the Gnome-man" Paint 'n Sip
Thursday, December 14, 2023
6 - 8 p.m.
White Branches
100 E Montgomery Street, Mount Vernon, WA
Get Tickets Here: https://www.speckledhen.org/store/p318/%22Frosty_the_Gnome-man%22_Paint_%27n_Sip%2C_Thursday%2C_Dec.14th%2C_6-8%3A00pm_%40_White_Branches_in_Mount_Vernon.html

Join in at this very festive and whimsical paint 'n sip. It's going to be a blast! Everything is provided for you to complete this very FUN painting including easel, 16x20 canvas, apron etc., light instruction and loads of encouragement! Go from bland canvas to "masterpiece" in 2 hours.

This is FUN art, not fine ART! Some beverages are provided by White Branches, a delight for the senses! (Note: we will be in an annex downstairs). Tasty bites available for purchase.

12/12/2023

O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy

Friday, December 15, 2023
7:30 p.m.
McIntyre Hall Performing Arts & Conference Center
2539 E College Way, Mount Vernon, WA

Tickets Available Here: https://ochristmastea.com/

Fans of Monty Python, Mr. Bean, and Dr. Seuss… Grab your teacups!

Off-Broadway Comedians and London's 3-time IMPRESARIO Award-Winners, James & Jamesy return with their outrageously funny and brilliantly inventive Christmas comedy classic O Christmas Tea — an astonishing show that delights thousands of hearts every holiday season.

Watch the trailer and get a taste of O Christmas Tea here: https://ochristmastea.com/
When catastrophe strikes at James and Jamesy’s Christmas tea party, flooding the world with tea, the friends leap into action, finding innovative and hilarious solutions to keep them afloat. Redefining immersive theatre, these masters of physical comedy—with over 25 comedy awards to their name—sweep the audience out to sea in a jolly aquatic escapade brimming with whimsy, action, and ingenuity in a celebration of friendship at Christmas.

“Complete and utter fun… for all ages.”
★★★★★ CBC
“Bursting at the seams with joy.”
★★★★★ Theatre in London
“Outrageously funny, magnificently written.”
★★★★★ London Free Press
“O Christmas Tea offers the audience the miraculous experience of being young again.”
★★★★★ Stage Door, Toronto

Hailed as “a child’s imagination on steroids” by London Free Press and “a masterpiece of physical comedy” by Theatre In London, critics rave for the charismatic James & Jamesy. A must-see performance on the international comedy circuit, the unstoppable duo, regarded as “one of the most popular fringe duos ever” (CBC), has been named Best of Fest (Orlando, Toronto, Winnipeg, Ottawa), Most Outstanding Show (London), Best Comedy (Victoria), Patrons’ Pick (London), among many other accolades.

12/12/2023

Elf on the 12th!🌲🎀

🎅🤶Christmas Movie Night at the Lincoln Theatre
724 S 1st Street, Mount Vernon, WA
Tuesday, December 12, 2023
Doors open at 6, show begins at 6:30 pm

Join us for a magical evening at the Lincoln Theater for a special movie night featuring the holiday classic, Elf! Get ready to enjoy a heartwarming story of Buddy the Elf and Jovie as they take the big screen.

Don't miss the chance to take free photos with Buddy and Jovie, and indulge in delicious concessions available for purchase. Plus, get ready to win exciting prizes in various activities throughout the event. It's the perfect way to kick off the holiday season with some festive fun. We can't wait to see you there!

Doors open at 6pm, showtime is 6:30 pm. Make sure to get your FREE tickets (you’ll want one for each member of your party attending the movie) on EventBrite as there is a limited amount of seating 🎟️ https://www.eventbrite.com/e/elf-on-the-12th-tickets-764195759087

12/11/2023

B-I-N-G-O at the Elks Club in Mount Vernon

Thursday, December 14, 2023
5:15 - 7:15 p.m.
The game starts at 5:30 p.m.

Elks Members and their guests only. Bingo cards 1$ for two.

Good Luck!

12/10/2023

Holiday Monday Night Makers Market at Farmstrong Brewing
Monday, December 10, 2023
5 - 8 p.m.
110 Stewart Road, Mount Vernon, WA

Join us for our monthly Monday Night Makers Market to get your last minute holiday shopping done! This is a great opportunity to shop from local artists from your community to find unique, small batch gifts for your loved ones!

Rooted Kitchen will be open, so grab a seat, some food and stay for a while!
This is our last market of the year so come support local art!

12/09/2023

Woodland Wreath Class at Bertelsen Winery!🌲🎀

Sunday, December 10, 2023
Two Classes! Noon, and 4 pm
20598 Starbird Road, Mount Vernon, WA
Click Here For Tickets: https://bertelsenwinery.ticketspice.com/woodland-wreath-class

🌲Join us for two wreath making classes on Sunday December, 10th, at 12 and 4 pm. Pick the time that best suits you!

Floral designer, Rebecca Raymond, will be working with you to inspire and create a fresh and beautiful holiday wreath. You will be using unique pieces including grapevines from the Bertelsen Winery vineyard.

This class includes all items to create a beautiful unique wreath, a glass of Bertelsen wine and a charcuterie plate. Bring food to donate to our local food bank and you will be entered into a raffle for one of Rebecca's beautiful display wreaths.

Learn more about international awarded floral designer Rebecca Raymond at www.rebeccaraymondfloral.com.

12/09/2023

Candy Cane Lane at the Skagit Fairgrounds 🎀
Saturday, December 9, 2023
10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Santa Visits 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.
1410 Virginia street, Mount Vernon, Washington 98273

You will find an excellent selection of vendors to shop from!

🎅Bring your Littles and they can tell Santa what they want for Christmas.
Pictures with Santa $15.00.

12/08/2023

Creative Avenue Holiday Market at Azusa Garden Center
Saturday, December 9, 2023
11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
14904 State Route 20, Mount Vernon, WA, United States, Washington

Join us for a magical and intimate indoor market at Azusa Garden Centre on Saturday, Dec. 9th!

Embrace the holiday spirit inside and around the cozy greenhouse, as well as in the main building at Azusa Garden Centre, featuring local artisans, makers, and more, where you can discover unique gifts and seasonal treasures. Support small businesses while immersing yourself in the enchanting, festive atmosphere of this holiday market.

Our markets are free to attend and family and pup-friendly (all pets must be leashed).

Tomorrow's Vendor List:
Aleta Critchley Art
Bulson Bakes Baking Company
Butter Bar Soap Company
Color Street
D & S Designs
DixieCup Flowers
Emary Handmade
Everwick Candles
Fairry O’Neal VI Scents
Highland Valley Customs
LindsayMaryArt
Misfit Menagerie Homestead & Apiary
Miss Made Co
Owl Baby Organics
Paper Hugs by nicole
Pet Wants Skagit
RhinoCat Designs
Silver Thread Gardens
Sinister Sunflowers
Spearmint 3D
The Bamboo Fox
The Woodsy Wife
Tin Ventures
White Canary Pottery

If you'd like to join us as a vendor for this market or future markets, visit https://www.creativeavenuenw.com/

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11/27/2023

Cookies & Cocoa with Santa!

Enjoy the magic of cookies & cocoa in the company of Santa!

Sunday, December 2, 2023
4:30 - 6:30 p.m.
Get Tickets Now! $20 each
Registration Deadline: December 1st

Included in your ticket:

Decorate 2 sugar cookies
One cup of cocoa with whipped cream
Take a selfie with Santa or drop off a letter to the North Pole!
Holiday coloring page activity
Beer, wine, & espresso available for purchase for the adults!

Register by scanning the QR code or visit SkagitAcres.com

11/27/2023

Men’s Night at Skagit Acres!🎀🎁🪆

Gentlemen, Not sure where to start with your holiday shopping? We are here to help!

Join us for Men’s Night and enjoy a whiskey tasting while Santa's helpers assist with your shopping! Scan the QR code or visit SkagitAcres.com to register. 21+ event

Included in your ticket:

Small bites & Whiskey tasting
Raffle ticket for $250 shopping spree
15% off your purchase
Complimentary gift wrap
Beer & wine available for purchase

11/25/2023

Small Business Saturday in Mount Vernon, WA 🎁🎀🎁
Saturday, November 25, 2023
6:00 a.m. - 10:00 p.m.

Santa's Elves, live music, in-store events, and good cheer throughout Downtown makes this event lively and spirited!

🎅🤶Fill up a Shop Local punch card, available at participating merchants, and get a jump start on your holiday shopping.

Small Business Saturday was designed to encourage people to shop at small businesses on the Saturday after Thanksgiving. This single day has grown into a powerful movement, and more people are taking part than ever before! Thank you!

11/23/2023

🦃Before we gather around the Thanksgiving table, we, at the Mount Vernon Chamber of Commerce want to take a moment to express our gratitude to the local community. 🍁🍂

Members reflect the value of small businesses, the dedication of essential workers, and the resilience of the community.

As we come together in the spirit of Thanksgiving, we give thanks to all for helping make Mount Vernon a welcoming and thriving place to call home.