Events in Mt. Vernon today

Join a small-group, photography-focused expedition on the Salish Sea, with time aboard a low-to-the-water vessel exploring seabird and marine mammal hotspots. You’ll boat around Smith and Minor Islands to look for Tufted Puffins nesting, fishing, and soaring, with a chance of other rare sightings like Horned Puffins. The tour is designed for great wildlife viewing and photography, and capped at just 4 to 6 participants.

Join textile artist Elin Noble for an immersive, hands-on indigo dye workshop at Tyee Arts. You’ll learn how to prepare and maintain indigo vats, then experiment with resist-dyeing techniques like folding, clamping, stitching, and binding to create layered patterns. All materials are provided, and you’ll leave with dyed fabrics plus the know-how to keep working with indigo at home. No prior experience is needed, and doors open at 9:30 AM for the in-person workshop.

This artisan and agricultural market fills Burlington’s historic downtown with local makers, growers, bakers, and small businesses offering handcrafted goods, specialty foods, and seasonal produce. Shoppers can explore unique items from artisans and farm vendors, with new discoveries at every visit. Organized by the Burlington Chamber of Commerce, it celebrates the spirit of Skagit Valley and the people who grow and create here. During the Berry Dairy Days festival weekend, some market activities may be relocated to Skagit River Park.

Explore DIY publishing in a relaxed, drop-in workshop centered on zines. All materials are provided through a zine-making kit from the Washington State Library, so participants can discover what zines are and craft a personal mini publication from start to finish. This program is designed for students entering grades 6 to 12.

Join a free, monthly gallery walk in La Conner for Art Under the Stars. On this second-Saturday event, you can stroll through the community and check out vibrant artwork, fine craftsmanship, and conversations with local artists while enjoying the area at night. The museum offers wheelchair access, including an elevator in the back of the building, and accessibility support like available wheelchairs and restrooms on both floors.

Skagit County Fairgrounds hosts a lively appearance by a local troupe that loves dancing, costumes, and spreading good cheer. They will mingle with attendees before guiding a learn-and-dance session featuring the Wolfshager Hexenbrut Witches Dance, a routine celebrated around the world. Attendees can enjoy friendly conversations, pick up the steps, and finish with a festive group performance. Last year drew an enthusiastic response, and the focus again is on sharing joy through movement and playful attire.

Catch the closing night performance of Damn Yankees, a fast-paced, devilishly clever romantic comedy about a baseball fan who makes a deal to help his team win the pennant, only to discover what he’s really traded away. The show includes mild adult themes like seductive dancing, flirtatious songs, and some adult language. Doors close at 7:00 PM on Thursdays, Fridays, and Saturdays. There is no late seating allowed, and the box office opens early for standby seating if tickets aren’t available online.

Get ready for a high-energy Monster Truck Slam at Skagit Speedway. The event includes family-friendly ticket options with age qualifications for Jr. (7-17) and Seniors (62+), and details also note tickets for children ages 3-6.

Get ready for a high-energy Monster Truck Slam at Skagit Speedway. Tickets are offered in multiple seating and pit pass options, and there are specific ticket age qualifications listed for Junior and Senior categories, along with notes for children ages 3 to 6. An ADA seating/obstructed view confirmation may be required during ticket selection.

A western-themed paint party brings creativity and cowgirl flair together. A guided canvas session led by Paint by Icka features a boot and flower motif, with all supplies provided and no prior experience needed. The experience includes cowgirl dress-up options, a mechanical bull, and a bull riding contest, along with photo opportunities, a raffle with prizes, and a live DJ. Non-alcoholic beverages are paired with chips and salsa, and a specialty menu offers cocktails and mocktails for those with valid ID. A local vendor market is planned, with details to come. The mechanical bull is sponsored by Little Explores LLC and Betsy Anorbe, Real Estate Investor, and access to it is included with the ticket. All sales are final. Tickets may be transferred to another guest with advance notice before the event. Please arrive in time for check-in so instruction can begin promptly, as late arrivals may miss part of the lesson. By attending, guests consent to photos and video captured for promotional use, and LMB Experiences may make minor adjustments to vendors or offerings while maintaining the overall experience.

Geared toward ages 9 to 12, this summer camp delivers fresh, active fun each day. Plans include bowling at Riverside Lanes, sessions at Nova Elite Gymnastics, an introduction to pickleball, time in a Ga Ga ball pit, horseshoe tossing, swimming and sand volleyball at Bloedel Donovan, a stop at Avalon Golf Driving Range, and endurance climbing. Online registration is available through the Add Tickets link.

An energetic art program tailored to elementary school children. On a weekly basis, kids explore their creativity with a range of colorful, messy projects that blend fun with learning.

This session features an engaging blend of storytelling, songs, and simple activities that nurture early reading and language skills. Designed for young children, it offers a fun way to build foundational literacy through interactive participation.

This monthly meeting of the Skagit Transit Community Advisory Committee is available in person and virtually via Teams. Members of the public may provide comments at the beginning of the meeting. Login details for the virtual option are available.

Toddler Storytime is a fun early-literacy program for ages 18 months to 3 years, with stories, rhymes, and songs. Siblings are welcome. The room opens for free play starting at 10:00 AM, and a craft or activity may follow.

Clise Etiquette offers a participatory class where children build practical social skills for the table, school, and everyday life. Participants learn and practice manners through interactive exercises and a three-course meal that provides real dining practice. Intended for ages 7 to 12, this session takes place at IL Granaio Italian Restaurant.

The library’s trusty carts are ready for a fresh look. Break out the craft materials to decorate a cart, add flair to the shelves, and watch artwork roll through the aisles as part of daily use. This creative activity is part of the Fun at One Series.

Join the Puffin Discovery Ecotour for a boat trip around Smith and Minor Islands in the Salish Sea, where you can look for Tufted Puffins nesting, fishing, and soaring. Your ticket supports local student experiences and contributes to ongoing puffin research and conservation. Tours also offer different chances to observe behavior depending on the season.

In this author talk, Stanwood native Robert Burns explores the history of the Equality Colony, a late nineteenth century experiment in utopian socialism in the Skagit Valley. He highlights the unusual mix of people who gathered near Samish Bay to pursue a peaceful revolution and recounts their effort to realize it.

The Mount Vernon Downtown Association and the Lincoln Theatre present Pine Square Cinema, an outdoor summertime film series that turns 1st Street in front of the Lincoln Theatre into a community movie night. Live entertainment comes first, and the movie begins once it is dark. Beach chairs and blankets are welcome, and picking up dinner from a local restaurant to enjoy during the screening is encouraged. The Lincoln Theatre lobby will be open so guests can grab popcorn, soda, and candy before the show.

Enjoy stories, songs, and sunshine during an outdoor storytime in the park. Each session features lively read-alouds, singalongs, simple movement, and playful activities that encourage imagination and early literacy in a relaxed setting. Caregivers and young children can connect with others, play, and learn together in a casual drop-in format. No registration is required.

Designed for ages 6 to 12, this hands-on summer program at the library invites kids to discover, make, and problem solve through interactive fun. Highlights include the Case of the Stolen Plant escape room, opportunities for plant swapping, building a garden in a jar, beeswax candle decorating, and other engaging activities.

Join a multi-day retreat at Sunray Shire focused on yoga and immersive nature experiences. You’ll spend time in a tree house yoga shala, enjoy a waterfall hike, sound baths, forest gong meditation, satsang and mantra, and a mix of breathwork and practice sessions including kriya and pranayama. The schedule also includes contrast therapy with sauna and a cold pond plunge, plus a fire ceremony and integrated practices suitable for different experience levels. Pricing includes lodging, yoga, activities, and light breakfast and lunch, with dinners on your own.

Summer nights along the riverfront in Historic Downtown Mount Vernon bring easygoing gatherings of lawn chairs, picnics, and live music as the Skagit River glows at sunset. Baby Cakes delivers a spirited journey through classic soul, funk, and R&B, layering smooth three-part vocals over bright horns and a tight, dance-ready rhythm section. This performance is part of the 2026 Riverwalk Concert Series, supported by Dwayne Lane's Skagit Subaru.

The Riverwalk Summer Concert Series is back for a two-hour, family-friendly live music night featuring Baby Cakes. Bring lawn chairs and picnic gear and enjoy an informal evening along the riverfront on the Skagit Riverwalk Plaza. The concert runs from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM, and it’s part of the weekly Thursday night lineup in July and August.