Ultimate Guide to FREE Summer Activities for Kids in Skagit County
Last Updated 06/30/2025
THE MOST FUN YOU CAN HAVE IN SKAGIT THIS SUMMER!
Welcome to Skagit Kid Insider's Ultimate Free Summer Guide! Summer is a time for fun, adventure, and making unforgettable memories with your family, all without breaking the bank. Our comprehensive guide is packed with a wide range of free activities and events throughout Skagit County.
From outdoor adventures and community festivals to educational programs and arts & crafts, you'll find plenty of ideas to keep your kids entertained all summer long. Dive in and discover the best ways to enjoy a budget-friendly, fun-filled summer!
PARKS & PLAYGROUNDS
ANACORTES PARKS
28th Street Park
John & Doris Tursi Park
Shugarts Playground
Storvik Park
*Spray Pad*
Washington Park
Ben Root Skate Park
MOUNT VERNON PARKS
CITY PARKS WITH PLAYSTRUCTURES
6TH STREET
BAKERVIEW PARK
BAKER COURT PARK
DIVISION STREET PARK
EDGEWATER PARK
HILLCREST PARK
KIWANIS PARK
*Splash Pad*
LIONS PARK
LITTLE MOUNTAIN PARK
BURLINGTON PARKS
FAMILY SCAVENGER HUNT
July 8-August 30
LEGO AT THE LIBRARY
Mondays, 2 PM
PAJAMA STORYTIME AT THE PARK
Tuesdays, 5 PM
FRACTURED FAIRY TALES
Thursdays, 2 PM
STORYTIME AT THE PARK
Fridays, 10 AM
SEDRO-WOOLLEY PARKS
28th Street Park
John & Doris Tursi Park
Shugarts Playground
Storvik Park
*Spray Pad*
Washington Park
Ben Root Skate Park
CONCRETE PARKS
SUGAR MAMA LIBRARY TAKEOVER
Wednesdays, 4-5:30 PM
Snacks and Games
July 10
Creative Writing, Games & Chill
July 17
Geek Out, Nerd Up
July 24
Disney Trivia
July 31
COUNTY PARKS
28th Street Park
John & Doris Tursi Park
Shugarts Playground
Storvik Park
*Spray Pad*
Washington Park
Ben Root Skate Park
LA CONNER PARKS
SUGAR MAMA LIBRARY TAKEOVER
Wednesdays, 4-5:30 PM
Snacks and Games
July 10
Creative Writing, Games & Chill
July 17
Geek Out, Nerd Up
July 24
Disney Trivia
July 31
STATE & NATIONAL PARK DAYS
28th Street Park
John & Doris Tursi Park
Shugarts Playground
Storvik Park
*Spray Pad*
Washington Park
Ben Root Skate Park
SPECIAL EVENTS, FESTIVALS & PROGRAMS
SUMMER FESTIVALS & EVENTS
Berry Dair Days
Downtown Burlington
June 13-15
Bark in the Park
Storvik Park, Anacortes
Saturday, June 14
Loggerodeo
Sedro-Woolley
July 1-5
Kids-R-Best Fest
Storvik Park, Anacortes
Saturday, July 12
Concrete Youth Activity Day
Silo Park, Concrete
Thursday, July 17
Youth Arts Festival
Hillcrest Park, Mount Vernon
Saturday, July 26
Anacortes Arts Festival
Downtown Anacortes
August 1-3
National Night Out
Anacortes & Mount Vernon
Tuesday, August 5
Cascade Days & Parade
Downtown Concrete
Saturday, August 16
Fidalgo Bay Day
Fidalgo Bay Resort, Anacortes
Saturday, September 13
SUMMER CONCERTS
BurlingtonSummer Days Chidlren's Concert Series
Visitor Center Amphitheter | 11 AM-12 PM
Fridays, July 11-25
BurlingtonSummer Nights Concert Series
Visitor Center Amphitheter | 6-8 PM
Fridays, July 11-25
Anacortes Summer Concert Series
Seafarers' Memorial Park | 6-8 PM
Wednesdays & Fridays, July 9-August 22
Mount Vernon Summer Concert Series
Riverwalk Park | 6-8 PM
Thursdays, July 10-August 28
Sedro-Woolley Summer Concert Series
Riverfront Park | 6-8 PM
Sundays, July 20-August 10
SUMMER FILMS SERIES
Lincoln Theatre Outdoor Summer Films
Pinesquare Downtown Mount Vernon
Thursdays, August 7-28 | 8-10 PM
FARMERS MARKETS
Alger Farmers Market
Alger Community Hall
Saturdays, May-October | 9 AM-2 PM
Anacortes Farmers Market
The Depot
Saturdays, May-October | 9 AM-2 PM
Christianson's Farmers Market
Christianson's Nursery
Sunday, May-October | 11 AM-2 PM
Mount Vernon Farmers Market
Riverwalk Park
Saturdays, May-October | 9 AM-2 PM
Sedro-Woolley Farmers Market
Hammer Heritage Square
Wednesdays, May-October | 3-7 PM
SUMMER READING PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES
Level Up at Your Library – Summer Reading Programs Across Skagit County!
Skagit County libraries are ready to help your kids “Level Up at Your Library” this summer with exciting Summer Reading Challenges and free family-friendly programming all season long!
Participating Libraries:
📚 Anacortes Public Library
📚 Burlington Public Library
📚 Central Skagit Library
📚 La Conner Swinomish Library
📚 Mount Vernon Library Commons
📚 Upper Skagit Library
Each library has a unique lineup of engaging activities, performances, crafts, storytimes, STEM programs, and more—and it’s all FREE! Kids can track their reading progress, earn prizes, and discover new adventures between the pages of a book.
No library card? No problem! A library card is not required to participate in summer events and activities.
Explore the calendar listings below to find out what’s happening at your local library.
👉 Check out the calendar below to explore everything Skagit County has to offer this summer. Whether you’re planning a weekend adventure or looking for a spontaneous weekday activity, you’ll find it here.
Let the summer fun begin!
FREE SUMMER EVENTS CALENDAR
Skagit Kid Insider is not personally recommending these events or locations.
Attend events at your own risk.
Please confirm the time, dates & fees, as they may change without notice to Skagit Kid Insider.
Thank you & most of all enjoy time with your family!!
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