Mount Vernon Washington https://www.mvwashington.org/ Mount Vernon Washington Mon, 23 Dec 2019 13:24:23 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.3.2 https://www.mvwashington.org/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/MVC006-MV-Logo-icon-120x120.jpg Mount Vernon Washington https://www.mvwashington.org/ 32 32 What’s Happening In Mount Vernon 2020 https://www.mvwashington.org/news/whats-happening-in-mount-vernon-2020/ Mon, 23 Dec 2019 13:24:23 +0000 https://89c29dd5c3.nxcli.net/?p=5926 As you know, Mount Vernon plays host to a number of exciting events year-round. With the new year on the horizon, we’d like to let you know more about the annual events and what’s happening in Mount Vernon and the Skagit Valley in 2020. From tulip festivals and street fairs to other regular events that […]

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]]> Breazeale Padilla Bay Interpretive Center https://www.mvwashington.org/news/breazeale-padilla-bay-interpretive-center/ Sun, 08 Dec 2019 20:22:59 +0000 https://89c29dd5c3.nxcli.net/?p=5909 Looking for an active day out or things to do with the kids in and around Skagit County? Just twenty minutes out of Mount Vernon is the Breazeale Padilla Bay Interpretive Center, located in the Padilla Bay National Estuarine Reserve. This is a great learning experience to connect you and the children to many fun […]

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]]> Christmas Events in Skagit County https://www.mvwashington.org/news/christmas-events-in-skagit-county/ Tue, 03 Dec 2019 14:52:03 +0000 https://89c29dd5c3.nxcli.net/?p=5899 As Christmas preparations begin, you may find yourself wondering what you can do to entertain the whole family to get into the spirit of things. Luckily, there is no shortage of holiday entertainment happening in Skagit County this year. Read on to find out about 6 Christmas events to attend that will keep everyone busy […]

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]]> Downtown Mount Vernon – Tulip Festival Street Fair April 17-19, 2020 https://www.mvwashington.org/news/tulip-festival/ Fri, 29 Nov 2019 22:37:53 +0000 https://89c29dd5c3.nxcli.net/?p=4145 The post Downtown Mount Vernon – Tulip Festival Street Fair April 17-19, 2020 appeared first on Mount Vernon Washington.

]]> Skagit Wine and Beer Festival https://www.mvwashington.org/news/skagit-wine-and-beer-festival/ Sun, 10 Nov 2019 20:29:03 +0000 https://89c29dd5c3.nxcli.net/?p=5871 Are you looking for a fun evening out with friends, neighbors and visitors in the Skagit Valley? Well, if you’re a fan of beer, wine, and getting to know the community, this festival will be the ideal opportunity to sample the fare and mingle with others. The Skagit Wine and Beer Festival event takes place […]

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]]> Ladies Night Out Sip and Shop https://www.mvwashington.org/news/ladies-night-out-sip-and-shop/ Tue, 05 Nov 2019 18:56:02 +0000 https://89c29dd5c3.nxcli.net/?p=5861 Calling all the wonderful ladies of Mount Vernon to a night that promises to be anything but unforgettable, a Ladies Night Out Sip and Shop. Wine, cocktails, tiny beautiful food artworks distributed on trays, mouth-watering desserts… does this sound like the sort of luxury you’ve been in need of? If so, you need to attend […]

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]]> Skagit Valley Fall Harvest https://www.mvwashington.org/news/skagit-valley-fall-harvest/ Wed, 16 Oct 2019 13:39:39 +0000 https://89c29dd5c3.nxcli.net/?p=5815 Every fall in the Skagit Valley, the area comes alive with the excitement and festivities of the season. With so many things to do, you’ll find dozens of reasons to make Skagit Valley your favorite destination over the colorful months of autumn. Highlights include farm and pumpkin festivals, the bountiful agricultural fall harvest, and of […]

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]]> 5 Best Parks Around Skagit County https://www.mvwashington.org/news/5-best-parks-skagit-county/ Thu, 10 Oct 2019 18:08:58 +0000 https://89c29dd5c3.nxcli.net/?p=5755 Anybody who has visited Skagit County knows that it’s an absolutely phenomenal place. The scenery and views are made up of the Cascade Mountains which overlook a stunning valley divided by the Skagit River. Tulip fields blanket the valley in Spring and have come to be famous throughout the world. In the winter, Skagit County […]

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]]> Mount Vernon Hilltop Neighborhoods https://www.mvwashington.org/news/mount-vernon-hilltop-neighborhoods/ Tue, 01 Oct 2019 15:12:20 +0000 https://89c29dd5c3.nxcli.net/?p=5748 Mount Vernon, ideally located halfway between Seattle, Washington, and Vancouver, British Columbia is a hidden gem. It sits within Skagit County and offers the perfect combination of natural beauty and a thriving business culture. Of all the different communities and neighborhoods in Mount Vernon, some of the most historic and seasoned residential properties are located […]

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]]> Genuine Skagit Valley https://www.mvwashington.org/news/genuine-skagit-valley-movement/ Thu, 19 Sep 2019 14:06:47 +0000 https://89c29dd5c3.nxcli.net/?p=5720 Since 1853, the Skagit Valley Delta has been a core supplier of various crops and produce in the region, the state, and the world. The Skagit Valley is known for producing approximately 95% of table beet seed in the US, making up around 50% of the world’s total supply. Additionally, the valley supplies around 25% […]

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]]> 38th Annual Oyster Run 2019 https://www.mvwashington.org/news/38th-annual-oyster-run-2019/ Wed, 04 Sep 2019 13:33:54 +0000 https://89c29dd5c3.nxcli.net/?p=5633 Every year, what has been called “the largest motorcycle rally in the Pacific Northwest” takes place in Skagit County and Island County, Washington. Tens of thousands of people flock to this exciting event in groups of motorcycle clubs, families, and friends. This event is the Oyster Run 2019, a motorcycle run that has been happening […]

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]]> Popular Hikes In Skagit County https://www.mvwashington.org/news/popular-hikes-in-skagit-county/ Tue, 20 Aug 2019 13:13:00 +0000 https://89c29dd5c3.nxcli.net/?p=5594 Popular Hikes in Skagit County There is no greater way to experience the beauty of Skagit County than by hiking in the beauty of our natural resources. You can immerse yourself in nature as you pass mountains, forests, valleys and islands on foot, all the while exploring the lengths and depths of the ‘Magic Skagit’! […]

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]]> Everything You Need to Know about Skagit Woodstock 2019 https://www.mvwashington.org/news/everything-you-need-to-know-about-skagit-woodstock-2019/ Mon, 05 Aug 2019 18:51:12 +0000 https://89c29dd5c3.nxcli.net/?p=5581 Put the 17th of August on your calendar folks, it’s the 10th Annual Skagit Woodstock Festival in aid of the Cancer Patient Assistance Fund. Head on over to Edgewater Park in Mount Vernon to join your neighbors and the local community for a fun family day out. The music lineup is set to impress, and […]

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]]> Home Buyers Guide https://www.mvwashington.org/news/home-buyers-guide/ Tue, 23 Jul 2019 14:42:39 +0000 https://89c29dd5c3.nxcli.net/?p=5542 The Mount Vernon area is known for its uncommon beauty and is adjacent to a vast river delta that stretches west to the Salish Sea and greater Puget Sound region. The Skagit River delta supports a magnificent area of farmland including world-renowned flower fields that bring visitors by the tens of thousands during the annual […]

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]]> 3 Reasons to Consider Moving to Mount Vernon Washington https://www.mvwashington.org/news/3-reasons-to-consider-moving-to-mount-vernon-washington/ Mon, 15 Jul 2019 12:42:23 +0000 https://89c29dd5c3.nxcli.net/?p=5472   There’s no doubt Mount Vernon Washington has a lot to offer its residents. The county seat of Skagit County, Mount Vernon has been voted “Best Small City in America” by the New Rating Guide to Life in America’s Small Cities and it’s not hard to see why. Its picturesque landscape, dotted with blooming tulips, […]

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]]> Skagit Valley Highland Games https://www.mvwashington.org/news/skagit-valley-highland-games/ Mon, 08 Jul 2019 14:06:45 +0000 https://89c29dd5c3.nxcli.net/?p=5452 “Twelve highlanders and a bagpipe make a rebellion.” –Scottish proverb. Cue the bagpipes, fiddlers, pipes, and harps. The 25th Annual Skagit Valley Highland Games is about to begin… What to Expect? Held July 13th-14th  the Annual Skagit Valley Highland Games are organized by the Mount Vernon based Celtic Arts Foundation. The weekend event attracts visitors […]

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]]> Best Communities in Mount Vernon Washington https://www.mvwashington.org/news/best-communities-mount-vernon-washington/ Sat, 22 Jun 2019 13:58:01 +0000 https://89c29dd5c3.nxcli.net/?p=5359   Situated in the picturesque Skagit Valley between the North Cascade foothills and the Skagit River delta, Mount Vernon is a conveniently-located city half way between Seattle, Washington, and Vancouver, British Columbia. Nestled within Skagit County and alongside the I-5 corridor, Mount Vernon has a natural balance of rural roots and thriving business culture with […]

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]]> Mount Vernon Riverwalk Summer Concert Series 2019 https://www.mvwashington.org/news/mount-vernon-riverwalk-summer-concert-series-2019/ Mon, 10 Jun 2019 22:13:45 +0000 https://89c29dd5c3.nxcli.net/?p=5197   The popular weekly Mount Vernon Riverwalk Summer Concert Series event in downtown Mount Vernon, Washington, are returning in 2019 for yet another spectacular line up of bands. Organized by the Mount Vernon Chamber of Commerce and the City of Mount Vernon, a series of exciting evening Riverwalk music concerts will be taking place on […]

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]]> BrewFest https://www.mvwashington.org/news/brewfest/ Wed, 05 Jun 2019 16:41:14 +0000 /?p=2030 Name: BrewFest 2019 Date: Saturday, August 10th, 2019 Website: lincolntheatre.org Event Description: The 17th annual BrewFest on the Skagit, the Skagit’s longest running Craft Brew Festival Come celebrate the 15th Annual BrewFest on the Skagit this year on Saturday August 10th. Location: Downtown Mount Vernon Riverwalk Park Time: 4:00 – 9:00 PM  

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]]> Halloween Downtown Trick-or-Treat Night https://www.mvwashington.org/news/downtown-trick-or-treat-night/ https://www.mvwashington.org/news/downtown-trick-or-treat-night/#comments Sat, 23 Mar 2019 17:09:32 +0000 /?p=2046 Name: Downtown Trick-or-Treat Night Date: October 31, 2019 Event Description: Annual, must-attend event for Skagit County families. First Street closes to traffic between Division Street and Kincaid Street to make way for families to celebrate Halloween in a safe, welcoming environment. Local businesses share in the fun with treats and goodies for your kiddos.Don’t miss […]

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