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Upcoming Programs and Events

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Summer Recreation Programs

*SUMMER YOUTH BASKETBALL CAMPS [ [link removed] ]*


* Tiger Girls Basketball Camp (Grades 2- 8) – June 18-20
* Tiger Boys Basketball Camp (Grades 2- 8) – June 18-20
* Bulldogs Girls Basketball Camp (Grades 3- 8) – June 24-26

Visit Skagit County Parks and Recreation [ [link removed] ] for more details. 

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Parks and Trail Updates

Blaise Property
*Blaise House Resolution Public Hearing for Auction of Property*

June 9 at 11:15 am
In the Commissioners Hearing room

Topic to be discussed: 59968  STATE ROUTE 20

For questions or more information contact [email protected]



Speyapalooza 25
Howard Miller Steehead Park Event

SPEYAPALOOZA 2025

May 3

It’s been a long, cold, lonely winter, but here comes *SPEYAPALOOZA 2025*!  ​Come together with North Sound Trout Unlimited & The Confluence Fly Shop on the banks of the mighty Skagit to celebrate all things Spey! Join us at *Howard Miller Steelhead Park in Rockport, WA* on Saturday, May 3rd from 10am-4:30pm. We welcome everyone of all skill levels - from the newcomer to the seasoned pro. We'll have something tasty for lunch, gear demos, fly tying, small group casting classes, awesome raffle prizes, and much more.

​For more details and to register for free, visit Speyaplooza 2025 [ [link removed] ]. 



Skagit Trail Builders
Skagit Trail Builders Update from April 26 [ [link removed] ]

Read more about the trail work update from April 26 and other volunteer opportunities. 

Visit [link removed] [ [link removed] ]

 



Big Rock Park - WTA Trail Update

WTA

Washington Trails Association (WTA)  finished their first work party on Big Rock to improve accessibility. The park is still closed to the public as we make it ready for parking and a new official Trailhead.

Volunteer with WTA online at [link removed] [ [link removed] ]

For more info on our local parks and future improvements please contact [email protected]

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Ferris Wheel Fair
Upcoming Events at the Fairgrounds

Mark your calendars for these upcoming events located at the Skagit County Fairgrounds! 

NSRA Swap Meet
NCSRA Auto Swap Meet [ [link removed] ]

May 3

Returning to the Fairgrounds - Cars, trucks, parts, collectibles, vendors and food. Come out rain or shine!



Sensory Event
Sensory Event w/ Skagit County Sheriffs & WSP [ [link removed] ]

May 4

The third annual sensory friendly event with law enforcement with local resources available to families. 



MG Plant Fair 25
Master Gardener Plant Fair [ [link removed] ]

May 10

The 31st Annual Plant Fair - high quality garden plants, locally grown and chosen for success in our Skagit Valley environment. Free admission and parking, plant clinic, dozens of vendors, food and fun!



JBF Sale 25
Just Between Friends Spring Consignment Sale [ [link removed] ]

May 15 - 18

Skagit's largest kid's consignment sale is back: Kids Grow Fast! Most budgets don't. Shop this huge kids' resale where you get way more for less. 

 



PAC NW Vendor
PAC NW Vendors Spring Festival [ [link removed] ]

May 17 & 18

Come to this family friendly event to shop with local arts and crafts vendors, good food and kids activities. 

 



PSJLS
Puget Sound Junior Livestock Show & Sale [ [link removed] ]

May 29-31

Empowering youth to be positive contributors to society and the livestock and agriculture industries. 



*View Full Calendar of Events* [ [link removed] ]


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Group Tickets to the 2025 Fair!

Buy together, Save together!

Have a group of 25 or more? Join us at the Skagit County Fair and take advantage of our discounted savings. Organize a field trip,  treat your team members, thank valuable customers or host a party at the Skagit County Fair! 

*Buy Now and Save!* [ [link removed] ]


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11th Annual Fall Car Showdown 

Fall Car Showdown 25

Join us for the 11th Annual Fall Car Showdown at the Skagit County Fairgrounds on September 20!

Registration: $25 per car 

Registration includes entry into the 31st Annual Fall Garage Sale, Antiques, Crafts and More Event. [ [link removed] ]

*Register Now* [ [link removed] ]


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Skagit County Fairgrounds Foundation

Fairgrounds Foundation

The Foundation has already started to significantly contribute to the Fair, events and the facility.
The Foundation board is looking for new board members, donors and supporters to help the Foundation keep up the good work that has been started!

"Formed in 2024, the Skagit County Fairgrounds foundation is a 501(c)3 non profit organization"
"comprised entirely of volunteers from the community who wish to see the Skagit County"
"Fairgrounds flourish for generations to come."

*Learn More* [ [link removed] ]






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Cat 2025

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*Skagit County Fair & Fairgrounds*

*Administration Office* / *Mailing*
1730 Continental Place, Mount. Vernon, WA 98273
Office Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Monday-Friday

*Fairgrounds Event Site (South Gate-Car Entry)*
501 W. Taylor Street, Mount Vernon WA 98273

www.skagitcounty.net/fair [ [link removed] ]
www.skagitcounty.net/fairgrounds [ [link removed] ]

Phone:(360) 416-1350
Email: [email protected]

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