HOLIDAY EVENTS IN SKAGIT COUNTY
Last Updated 11/20/2023
Unwrap the Magic of the Season: Skagit Kid Insider's Ultimate Holiday Guide!
Get ready for a winter wonderland adventure as Skagit Kid Insider unwraps the secrets to a joyous holiday season! From heartwarming moments with Santa to the enchanting glow of Christmas tree farms, dazzling tree lightings, and festive parades, we've curated the perfect guide to make your holidays merry and bright.
**Santa's Snapshot:**
Capture the joy on your little one's face with our guide to the best spots for pictures with Santa. Explore the most festive settings, discover local events, and create cherished memories with the big man in red.
**Christmas Tree Treasures:**
Embark on a journey to find the perfect Christmas tree! Our guide takes you to the most charming tree farms in Skagit, ensuring your holiday centerpiece is not only beautiful but brimming with memories.
**Twinkling Tree Lightings:**
Witness the magic as communities come together for tree lighting ceremonies. Our guide highlights the most enchanting events, where the flip of a switch transforms ordinary trees into sparkling holiday beacons.
**Holiday Parades Extravaganza:**
Experience the festive spirit in motion with our guide to the most captivating holiday parades. From twinkling floats to merry marching bands, these parades are sure to ignite your holiday cheer.
**Decked Halls & Dazzling Displays:**
Explore the neighborhoods that transform into holiday wonderlands! Our guide leads you to the most brilliantly decorated houses, where each light tells a story of community, joy, and festive creativity.
**Local Holiday Activities:**
Discover a treasure trove of local activities to make your holiday season unforgettable. From craft fairs to community events, our guide ensures you won't miss a single moment of the holiday spirit.
This Skagit Kid Insider Holiday Guide is your passport to a season filled with magic, warmth, and community. Join us on this festive journey, where every twinkling light and joyful smile brings us closer to the heart of the holidays. Stay tuned for the complete guide and let the celebrations begin!
This guide will be updated on a daily basis, so remember to check back often
to find events that will become your family's traditions.
Happy Holidays! ~Jen
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WHERE TO SEE CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
IN SKAGIT COUNTY
"Singing Houses"
Tune your radio into their FM radio station & the Christmas lights blink to the beat of the songs!
Haines Street on the South Side of Hwy. 20 in Sedro-Woolley
South Section & Rio Vista, Burlington
READER SUBMISSIONS 2023
If you have a street or neighborhood to submit, please submit here
Pacific NW Christmas Lights Website (out of area lights)
BURLINGTON
Discovery Dr. and Gailee Dr. off Peterson Rd.
Bayhill Neighborhood
MOUNT VERNON
Digby Heights
38th Pl. and E. Broadway
723 N 16th St. & 727 N 15th St.
Lupine Drive/Lilac Drive off Waugh
Montgomery Place
Reader Suggested Neighborhoods from Past Years
(not confirmed for 2023)
Caroline Street and E. Hazel Avenue, Burlington
Homestead Drive, Burlington
1767 Lake Samish Road, Alger
5501 Kings Way (Skyline neighborhood) Anacortes
Mountain View Dr. off E. Fir St. and N. 21st St., Mount Vernon
Dike Rd. right off of Britt Slough, Mount Vernon
Pueblo Heights Neighborhood, Mount Vernon
19888 Hill Ct., Burlington
Concrete's Holiday Lane (click link for map)
48040 Moen Rd., Concrete (1/2 acre of decorations)
Shelter Bay, La Conner
Glenhaven Drive, Sedro-Woolley
205 S. 32nd Place, Mount Vernon
Eaglemont Neighborhood, Mount Vernon
Tundra Court, Mount Vernon
Trumpeter Neighborhood (Trumpeter Lane), Mount Vernon
S. side of Hwy. 20 east of Sedro-Woolley between Sims & Hoehn Rd.
More to come with YOUR help!
Do you know of any amazingly decorated homes or businesses in Skagit County?
Can you confirm any of the addresses above are worth driving by?
Please submit the information HERE.
The Lights of Christmas Dates for 2022: Nov 24-26, Dec 1-3, 7-10, 14-17, 26-30
Advanced online purchase required. Choose your date and hour between 5pm-9:45pm to drive through when you purchase your ticket. The event closes on select nights at 9pm.
The Lights of Christmas is a holiday experience like no other! This innovative event for people of all ages includes over one million lights in dazzling displays, creative activities, and so much more! Listen to fun Christmas music while you comfortably drive-thru in your car. New this year - stop and have some fun at one of the two activity stops along the event route!
Purchase Your Tickets: thelightsofchristmas.com
WHERE TO GET SANTA PHOTOS
IN SKAGIT COUNTY
Santa Jim, Mount Vernon: November 21 - December 23 - Skagit Valley's favorite Santa is back! Santa Jim will be at Furnish 1-2-3 in Westside Mount Vernon. Schedule your photo while spaces are still available!
Skagit Acres (formerly Skagit Valley Gardens), Mount Vernon: Friday/Saturday/Sunday November 17-December 17 - Make your reservation to see Santa Claus! Reservations FILL UP VERY QUICKLY!
Christianson's Nursery, La Conner: November 25th - 10am-4pm - Father Christmas greets children of all ages and listens to their Christmas wishes whilst standing beside an antique red clipper sleigh nestled in a woodland setting in the warm Front Greenhouse. Watch for the joy in children’s eyes as they visit face-to-face with Father Christmas! Bring your own camera for picturers. FREE
Santa Selfie Station, Anacortes: December 1, 6 - 7 PM - Hot chocolate, local performances, and special guest appearances… Santa available after for pictures! Coastal Tree Lighting at approximately 6:45pm FREE
Winter Wonderland, Burlington: December 1-3 - Santa will be at the Children's Museum of Skagit County's Winter Wonderland from Noon-4pm ALL THREE DAYS for pictures! FREE
There may be more photo ops with Santa listed within the events below!
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IN SKAGIT COUNTY
SKAGIT COUNTY
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Week of November 20 - 26
ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION
JINGLE BELL RUN
Bellingham
SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9
Get back to jingling and join the MOST FUN & FESTIVE holiday fun-run around – all to battle the #1 cause of disability!
5K Untimed, 5K Dog Trot, 1 Mile Untimed, Kids Run with the Elves & Virtual Jingler
Be part of the original festive race for charity and signature Arthritis Foundation holiday event! Wear your favorite holiday attire and together, we’ll jingle all the way to a cure! Register as an individual or bring a team of friends, family and co-workers to run, walk or stroll, and spread the good cheer. Together, we’re raising funds to support research for ARTHRITIS TREATMENTS & A CURE — plus life-changing ARTHRITIS RESOURCES & LOCAL PROGRAMS.
THANKSGIVING - Enjoy this day with your family and friends!
HAPPY THANKSGIVING ~Jen
DAILY
MINI TREE STROLL - Stroll downtown Mount Vernon to view and bid on the enchanting mini Christmas Trees presented in storefront windows. Don't forget to challenge yourself to the Tree Décor Scavenger Hunt for a chance to win a prize! Pick up and submit your completed game sheet at Tri Dee Arts or WildFiber
WEEKEND
THE LIGHTS OF CHRISTMAS DRIVE-THRU, Warm Beach Camp Stanwood - (Friday-Sunday) PRE-PURCHASE TICKETS - The Lights of Christmas is a holiday experience like no other! This innovative event for people of all ages includes over one million lights in dazzling displays, creative activities, and so much more! Listen to fun Christmas music while you comfortably drive-thru in your car. New this year - stop and have some fun at one of the two activity stops along the event route!
FESTIVAL OF TREES FAMILY FESTIVAL DAY, St. Joseph's Center, Mount Vernon - (Saturday & Sunday) Kick off the holiday season and enjoy viewing the elaborately decorated Christmas trees while listening to live musical entertainment. Purchase designed holiday wreaths and buy raffle tickets for a chance to win a beautifully adorned Christmas tree. Entry at the door is $5 per person. Children under 2 are complimentary.
FRIDAY - NOVEMBER 24
WA STATE PARK FREE DAY, Celebrate Autumn Day with a free day at Washington State Parks. No Discover Pass required!
SATURDAY - NOVEMBER 25
HOLIDAYS AT THE BARN, Skagit River Produce, Conway - 10am-4pm - Come join us for some holiday shopping, delicious treats and fun activities for the whole family! With lots of local artists, makers and business owners bringing their delightful products and fun! We'll have a hot cocoa bar, mini donuts, kettle corn and cotton candy, boiled peanuts and more!! There's something for everyone on your list!
SANTA PHOTOS, Christianson's Nursery, La Conner: November 25 - 10 AM-4 PM - Father Christmas greets children of all ages and listens to their Christmas wishes whilst standing beside an antique red clipper sleigh nestled in a woodland setting in the warm Front Greenhouse. Watch for the joy in children’s eyes as they visit face-to-face with Father Christmas! Bring your own camera for picturers. FREE
HOLIDAY MODEL TRAIN OPEN HOUSE, Alger - 11 AM - 6 PM - Special Holiday Open House at Whatcom Skagit Model Railroad Club! Check out the N Scale and HO Scale layouts.
SKAGIT COUNTY
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Week of November 27 - December 3
SEDRO-WOOLLEY
OLD FASHIONED CHRISTMAS
WINTER FESTIVAL
AT ARROWHEAD RANCH
December 2 & 3
11 AM - 4 PM
FRIDAY - December 1
Holiday Lane Concrete - Find the Gnomes Challenge and Home/Business Decorating Contest begin!
The Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, Warm Beach Camp Stanwood - PRE-PURCHASE TICKETS - A wonderful way to experience the magic of Christmas this year! A holiday outing for all families to enjoy during this challenging year. See spectacular lights, dazzling displays, wave to Santa and Mrs. Claus, while listening to Christmas music from the comfort of your own car. Fun for people of all ages and affordable for everyone. Grab your keys, pack up the kids, and get out of the house for an event with Christmas spirit.
Anacortes Coastal Christmas Tree Lighting - 6pm-7pm - Jingle all the way down to the Anacortes Chamber of Commerce for the Coastal Christmas Tree Lighting, live music, hot cocoa, and special guest appearances! FREE
Winter Wonderland, Burlington - December 1 (Noon-4pm), 2 & 3 (10am-4pm) - The Children's Museum of Skagit County and the City of Burlington are creating a free WINTER WONDERLAND at the Burlington Plaza! There will be activities for children, families, teens, and adults - OUTDOOR and INDOOR fun for everyone! SNOW - REAL REINDEER - CHARACTERS - SANTA PHOTOS - GAMES - CRAFTS & MORE!! The entire event is FREE and we are encouraging local families as well as those from all over the Pacific Northwest to enjoy it with them so invite your friends by sharing this event with them!
SATURDAY - December 2
Winter Wonderland, Burlington - December 1 (Noon-4pm), 2 & 3 (10am-4pm) - The Children's Museum of Skagit County and the City of Burlington are creating a free WINTER WONDERLAND at the Burlington Plaza! There will be activities for children, families, teens, and adults - OUTDOOR and INDOOR fun for everyone! SNOW - REAL REINDEER - CHARACTERS - SANTA PHOTOS - GAMES - CRAFTS & MORE!! The entire event is FREE and we are encouraging local families as well as those from all over the Pacific Northwest to enjoy it with them so invite your friends by sharing this event with them!
Santa Holiday Parade, Anacortes, 11 AM: Celebrate the start of the town holiday season by coming to the Lions Holiday Parade on Saturday, December 2! Community groups are encouraged to participate by decorating floats, trucks, cars or your horses and entering the parade to brighten the spirit of our community. Setup begins at 10 AM. FREE
Horse Drawn Trolley Ride, Anacortes, 12 - 3 PM: Enjoy our seasonal traditions with a horse drawn trolley ride and stop at our local festive shops and dining! FREE for all ages every Saturday leading up to Christmas in December.
Winter Festival, Camano Island, 11 AM - 4 PM: Experience winter at Arrowhead Ranch. Spend the afternoon with Santa and enjoy free kid activities including hot cocoa, face painting, balloon animals, live reindeer, meet Elsa and Anna, and more! FREE
Old Fashioned Christmas, Sedro-Woolley, 1 PM: Petting Zoo, Lil Wick, Hot Coaco & Cookies, Hay Rides, Storytime & Facepainting at Bigfoot's Den. FREE
Parade & Santa, Sedro-Woolley, 5 PM: Enjoy the Old Fashioned Christmas Parade followed by Santa at Mount Baker Mortgage. FREE
Tree Lighting, La Conner, 5 PM: Gather in Gilkey Square for the annual Christmas Tree Lighting! FREE
Holiday Lane Concrete - Find the Gnomes Challenge and Home/Business Decorating Contest begin! FREE
The Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, Warm Beach Camp Stanwood - PRE-PURCHASE TICKETS - A wonderful way to experience the magic of Christmas this year! A holiday outing for all families to enjoy during this challenging year. See spectacular lights, dazzling displays, wave to Santa and Mrs. Claus, while listening to Christmas music from the comfort of your own car. Fun for people of all ages and affordable for everyone. Grab your keys, pack up the kids, and get out of the house for an event with Christmas spirit.
SUNDAY - December 3
Winter Wonderland, Burlington - December 1 (Noon-4pm), 2 & 3 (10am-4pm) - The Children's Museum of Skagit County and the City of Burlington are creating a free WINTER WONDERLAND at the Burlington Plaza! There will be activities for children, families, teens, and adults - OUTDOOR and INDOOR fun for everyone! SNOW - REAL REINDEER - CHARACTERS - SANTA PHOTOS - GAMES - CRAFTS & MORE!! The entire event is FREE and we are encouraging local families as well as those from all over the Pacific Northwest to enjoy it with them so invite your friends by sharing this event with them!
Mount Vernon Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting - 5pm-6pm - Santa’s coming to town! Kick-off the Holiday Season and create family memories at Mount Vernon’s Annual Holiday Parade! Enjoy glittering floats, music, and lights from local organizations, schools & businesses. FREE
Holiday Movie: The Grinch, Concrete, 2 PM: Join the Concrete Theatre & Act One Ice Cream Palor for this year's holiday movie, The Grinch! FREE
Holiday Lane Concrete - Find the Gnomes Challenge and Home/Business Decorating Contest begin! FREE
The Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, Warm Beach Camp Stanwood - PRE-PURCHASE TICKETS - A wonderful way to experience the magic of Christmas this year! A holiday outing for all families to enjoy during this challenging year. See spectacular lights, dazzling displays, wave to Santa and Mrs. Claus, while listening to Christmas music from the comfort of your own car. Fun for people of all ages and affordable for everyone. Grab your keys, pack up the kids, and get out of the house for an event with Christmas spirit.
SKAGIT COUNTY
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Week of December 4-10
IMMACULATE CONCEPTION REGIONAL SCHOOL
Now Accepting Applications for the 2024-25 School Year
Immaculate Conception Regional School in Mount Vernon, WA provides a quality education rooted in Catholic beliefs and values for students in PreK through 8th grade and serves children in Skagit and surrounding counties. ICRS is committed to the spiritual, moral, intellectual, and physical development of our students, while fostering community among students, parents, and staff.
Please call the school office to schedule your tour today! 360-428-3912.
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DAILY
Holiday Lane Concrete - Find the Gnomes Challenge and Home/Business Decorating Contest begin!
The Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, Warm Beach Camp Stanwood - PRE-PURCHASE TICKETS - A wonderful way to experience the magic of Christmas this year! A holiday outing for all families to enjoy during this challenging year. See spectacular lights, dazzling displays, wave to Santa and Mrs. Claus, while listening to Christmas music from the comfort of your own car. Fun for people of all ages and affordable for everyone. Grab your keys, pack up the kids, and get out of the house for an event with Christmas spirit.
Thursday, December 7
Christmas Tree Lighting, Burlington, 5:30 PM: This year we will gather for a Train Station Christmas Tree Lighting at the Burlington Visitor Center right downtown. The evening will be complete with caroling & a pianist playing on the Community Piano, delicious hot beverages to warm you up, a letter to Santa station with additional kid crafts, and most importantly: The arrival of Mr. & Mrs. Claus from the North Pole!
Friday, December 8
Winter Wonderland Walk, Anacortes, 5 PM: Come enjoy the spirit of the holidays at the Wonderland Walk in Washington Park. The library will be at the campground spreading holiday cheer with a sneak peek at next year’s Adventure Day celebration. Stop by to say hello and learn about our winter programs. This event takes place outdoors so dress accordingly and bring a flashlight. FREE
Santa Paws, Mount Vernon, 4 PM: New this year! Bring your fluffy companions and capture the most adorable moments with photo opportunities for you, your furry friends, and kids! It's a fantastic opportunity to create lasting memories and get some tail-wagging photos.
Saturday, December 9
Toy Donations & Santa, Mount Vernon, 12 PM: Santa is coming to town to help Mount Vernon Police Department collect toys for children! Santa will be at the Mount Vernon Police department from 12-2 PM and officers onsite from 12-3 PM FREE
Gingerbread House Decorating, Concrete, 1 PM: Stop by the Upper Skagit Library in Concrete and decorate a gingerbread house! FREE
Tree Lighting & Santa, Concrete, 4 PM: We will kick off the holiday season with the annual Town Tree Lighting at the east end of Main Street, followed by Santa’s Party inside the Concrete Theatre. FREE
Santa, Haircuts, Facials & Manicure, Mount Vernon, 11 AM: Come join us for our annual EBC Santa Event!! Kids (K-12) will receive FREE Haircuts, FREE Mini Facials, and FREE Mini Manicures. We will also have a photo booth where attendees can get a free picture with Santa!! FREE
Horse Drawn Trolley Ride, Anacortes, 12 - 3 PM: Enjoy our seasonal traditions with a horse drawn trolley ride and stop at our local festive shops and dining! FREE for all ages every Saturday leading up to Christmas in December.
Santa Paws & Santa Claus, Mount Vernon, 4 PM: New this year! Bring your fluffy companions and capture the most adorable moments with Santa Claus. It's a fantastic opportunity to create lasting memories and get some tail-wagging photos.
Winter Wonderland Walk, Anacortes, 5 PM: Come enjoy the spirit of the holidays at the Wonderland Walk in Washington Park. The library will be at the campground spreading holiday cheer with a sneak peek at next year’s Adventure Day celebration. Stop by to say hello and learn about our winter programs. This event takes place outdoors so dress accordingly and bring a flashlight. FREE
Lighted Boat Parade, La Conner, 6 PM: The 2023 La Conner Lighted Boat Parade features stunning, hand-decorated yachts and boats illuminating the Salish Sea waters of the Swinomish Channel for a waterborne parade that travels from the La Conner Marina along the La Conner Boardwalk and under the Rainbow Bridge to Shelter Bay. FREE
Sunday, December 10
Santa Paws, Mount Vernon, 4 PM: New this year! Bring your fluffy companions and capture the most adorable moments with photo opportunities for you, your furry friends, and kids! It's a fantastic opportunity to create lasting memories and get some tail-wagging photos.
SKAGIT COUNTY
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Week of December 11-17
DAILY
Holiday Lane Concrete - Find the Gnomes Challenge and Home/Business Decorating Contest begin!
ALL WEEKEND
The Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, Warm Beach Camp Stanwood - PRE-PURCHASE TICKETS - A wonderful way to experience the magic of Christmas this year! A holiday outing for all families to enjoy during this challenging year. See spectacular lights, dazzling displays, wave to Santa and Mrs. Claus, while listening to Christmas music from the comfort of your own car. Fun for people of all ages and affordable for everyone. Grab your keys, pack up the kids, and get out of the house for an event with Christmas spirit.
Santa Paws & Santa Claus, Mount Vernon, 4 PM: New this year! Bring your fluffy companions and capture the most adorable moments with Santa Claus. It's a fantastic opportunity to create lasting memories and get some tail-wagging photos. Open Friday-Sunday, Santa visits on Saturdays.
Eagle Guided Nature Walk, Rockport, 11 AM: There are guided nature walks along the Skagit River taking place on Saturdays and Sundays along the Skagit River. Walk departs from the SRBEIC headquarters located in Howard Miller County Park in Rockport at 11:00am and 1:30pm. The Skagit River Bald Eagle Interpretive Center is open from 10am-4pm during their scheduled open days this season. FREE
Thursday, December 14
Pajama Storytime, Anacortes, 5 PM, Drop into this pre-bedtime storytime in your favorite pajamas for multiple stories with our librarian. We’ll read our favorite picture books, recommend some more, and have time for a song or two as well. FREE
Saturday, December 16
Breakfast with Santa, Burlington, 10 AM: Join us at Railroad Pub & Pizza for Breakfast with Santa. Meet Santa, cookie decorating, ornament making station and more!
Holiday Kids Craft, Concrete, 1 PM: Stop by the Upper Skagit Library and make a holiday craft. FREE
Horse Drawn Trolley Ride, Anacortes, 12 - 3 PM: Enjoy our seasonal traditions with a horse drawn trolley ride and stop at our local festive shops and dining! FREE for all ages every Saturday leading up to Christmas in December.
Lighted Boat Parade, Anacortes, 6 PM: The 2023 Anacortes Lighted Boat Parade is back! Gather around to look at the spectacular show. FREE
Sunday, December 17
Holiday Cookie Dough Truck Pop-Up, Burlington, 12 PM: Sugar + Spoon is headed to Burlington for a Holiday Themed Pop Up! Thank you to Ashley Furniture Store for hosting us in Burlington! Come stop by the Sugar + Spoon cookie dough food truck for our pop up and stock up on our delicious cookie dough!
Holiday Ukulele Concert, Bellingham, 1 PM: The Community Ukulele Players have been entertaining Whatcom County for more than 15 years, performing at Mount Baker Theatre and the Jansen Art Center, and now they're back at Old City Hall for the holidays. Come and be part of the musical magic! FREE
WINTER BREAK CAMPS
Mount Baker Gymnastics, Burlington - Superhero Camp - Choose a day - December 20th, 22nd, 27th & 29th
Children's Museum of Skagit County, Burlington - Camps range from holiday craft & gift making to science, animals and New Year’s around the world! Camps begin on Tuesday, December 20th and require pre-registration. Scholarships Available
D-Bat Skagit Valley, Mount Vernon - Winter Break Camp December 21st-23rd, Holiday Camp December 28th-30th and New Year's Camp January 2nd.
Maison Monet Winter Camps, Mount Vernon - Holiday camps include a chocolate workshop, sparkle ball & gift tags crafting workshop and a Scandinavian specialties baking workshop.
SKAGIT COUNTY
HOLIDAY EVENTS
Week of December 18-24
DAILY
Holiday Lane Concrete - Find the Gnomes Challenge and Home/Business Decorating Contest begin!
ALL WEEKEND
The Lights of Christmas Drive-Thru, Warm Beach Camp Stanwood - PRE-PURCHASE TICKETS - A wonderful way to experience the magic of Christmas this year! A holiday outing for all families to enjoy during this challenging year. See spectacular lights, dazzling displays, wave to Santa and Mrs. Claus, while listening to Christmas music from the comfort of your own car. Fun for people of all ages and affordable for everyone. Grab your keys, pack up the kids, and get out of the house for an event with Christmas spirit.
Santa Paws & Santa Claus, Mount Vernon, 4 PM: New this year! Bring your fluffy companions and capture the most adorable moments with Santa Claus. It's a fantastic opportunity to create lasting memories and get some tail-wagging photos. Open Friday-Sunday, Santa visits on Saturdays.
Eagle Guided Nature Walk, Rockport, 11 AM: There are guided nature walks along the Skagit River taking place on Saturdays and Sundays along the Skagit River. Walk departs from the SRBEIC headquarters located in Howard Miller County Park in Rockport at 11:00am and 1:30pm. The Skagit River Bald Eagle Interpretive Center is open from 10am-4pm during their scheduled open days this season. FREE
Thursday, December 21 **Happy Winter Solstice**
Luminaria Winter Solstice Walk, Anacortes, 4:15 PM, In honor of the Southern Resident Orcas - Winter Solstice Luminaria Walk: Bring a luminaria on a stick to carry. Meet at cabanas by the playground at 4:15pm; walk begins at 4:30. All ages! Total walking distance is 1 mile. Bonfire & s'mores after the walk! FREE
Winter Solstice Craft, Concrete, 3 PM, Stop by the library for a Winter Solstice story and craft! FREE
Friday, December 22
Family Movie Marathon, Anacortes, 2 PM, Cozy up for a movie or two with a snack. Bring your favorite stuffie or blanket and join us for some winter fun. FREE
Saturday, December 23
Holiday Model Train Open House, Alger, 11 AM: Special Holiday Open House at Whatcom Skagit Model Railroad Club! Check out the N Scale and HO Scale layouts.
Movie Day: Elf, Burlington, 2 PM: The Holiday fun doesn't have to end yet! Join us for a craft and screening of Elf. You are welcome to bring blankets and pillows to curl up on. Elf is rated PG. FREE
Horse Drawn Trolley Ride, Anacortes, 12 - 3 PM: Enjoy our seasonal traditions with a horse drawn trolley ride and stop at our local festive shops and dining! FREE for all ages every Saturday leading up to Christmas in December.
NEW YEAR'S EVENTS FOR KIDS
NEW YEAR'S EVE
New Year's at Noon, Children's Museum, Burlington - 11:45am - Don’t miss the Children's Museum's annual New Year’s at Noon celebration complete with noisemakers! Join them outside the museum and count down to NOON with them… It’ll be a lot of fun! Make sure you're there by at least 11:45am to participate.
Noon Year's Party, La Conner Swinomish Library - 11am-Noon - Celebrate the end of 2022 with a Happy Noon Year’s Eve party at the library! Open to all ages! Culminating with a countdown to noon, we'll have games and crafts leading up to a countdown to noon.
Noon Year's Eve, Anacortes Public Library - 11:30am-12:30pm - Celebrate the new year ahead of time! We’ll have balloons, snacks, and a craft to celebrate the new year with our littlest visitors.
Skagit Skate New Year's Parties, Burlington - 1pm-4pm/5pm-8pm/9pm-1am - Celebrate New Year’s on Skates! Enjoy the biggest and best celebration with a confetti celebration, party hats, horns, lights and a special countdown on their “Big Screen”!!!
NEW YEAR'S DAY
Washington State Parks FREE Day - Free days at Washington State Parks = No Discover Pass required!
First Day Hike, Rockport State Park - 11am-3pm - "First Day Hikes" offer an experience for everyone to get outside and enjoy our beautiful state parks. We're lucky to have a beautiful state park in Rockport, with various trails for all fitness levels, adjacent to Highway 20, just minutes from Concrete. Join us on January 1, 2023 for guided hikes, interpretive talks, healthy snacks and conversations.
Skagit Skate 2024, Burlington - 1pm-5pm - Come skate the first afternoon session of 2024!!! Special family offer for four skaters only $20.24 on January 1st!!!*
Skagit River Bald Eagle Interpretive Center, Rockport - 10am-4pm - There are guided nature walks along the Skagit River taking place on Saturdays and Sundays along the Skagit River. Walk departs from the SRBEIC headquarters located in Howard Miller County Park in Rockport at 11:00am and 1:30pm. The Skagit River Bald Eagle Interpretive Center is open from 10am-4pm during their scheduled open days this season.
2024 SKAGIT COUNTY EVENTS
YOU WON'T WANT TO MISS!!
JANUARY
Skagit Eagle Interpretive Center Guided Walks
Illuminight
Skagit Symphony's Family Concert
FEBRUARY
Glass Quest
Valentine Dances
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