Fluff out those sweaters and get your pumpkin spice latte on – fall is approaching! September and October are both full of fun events – from garage sales and marathons to pumpkins and ghost walks! Here is your guide to fall events in Skagit County.

Skagit County Fall Events in September

Skagit Flats Marathon

September 13
Burlington-Edison High School
301 N Burlington Boulevard, Burlington

The Skagit Flats Marathon is renowned for being the flattest Boston Marathon qualifier in Washington. Registration is capped at 800 participants, so register early. They run a full and a half marathon, finishing on the Burlington-Edison High School Track.

32nd Annual Fall Garage Sale and Car Show

September 18-19, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Skagit County Fairgrounds
501 Taylor Street, Mount Vernon

The Annual Fall Garage Sale and Car Show at the Skagit County Fairgrounds is back! Get your garage sale on, find antique treasures and start that holiday shopping early with over 200 vendors! Then, enjoy the car show, live music, food and more!  The annual car show takes center stage with $25 registration on Saturday for anyone who wants to enter. Entry fee includes garage sale admission. Find out more on the Skagit County website.

Skagit Valley Giant Pumpkin Festival

September 19, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Christianson’s Nursery & Greenhouse
15806 Best Road, Mount Vernon

The Skagit Valley Giant Pumpkin Festival at Christianson’s Nursery & Greenhouse is an event the whole family will not want to miss! Featuring a giant pumpkin weigh-off, food vendors, games, live music, tractor rides and kids’ activities, this free event is the epitome of fall in Skagit County!

40th Oyster Run

September 27
Anacortes

The Oyster Run is a free event that has no starting or stopping point! Just pick a route and ride to Anacortes for the largest motorcycle run in the Pacific Northwest! In Anacortes, you will find vendors, live music and great food. Don’t have a bike? All are welcome! Find more information on the Oyster Run website.

B’town Fall Fest

September 26-27, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Maiben Park
1011 Greenleaf Avenue, Burlington

The B’Town Fall Fest is a free fall event in Burlington. Head to Maiben Park for two days of family fun, including a kids’ zone with fun activities like zucchini car building, live entertainment, vendors, food vendors and more!

Skagit County Fall Events in October

Bier Near the Pier

October 3, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
Depot Arts Center
611 R Ave, Anacortes

The Anacortes Beer Festival, Bier Near the Pier will be happening October 3, 2026. Sample local and non-local beer, cider and more. Enjoy live music and delicious food too! The event is 21 and over. More information to be announced on the Experience Anacortes website. Follow the Anacortes Bier Near the Pier Facebook page.

Skagit Valley Festival of Family Farms

October 3-4
Various Skagit County farms

Enjoy fall on the farm with the Skagit Valley Festival of Family Farms! Use the farm map on their website for your self-guided tour. Farms will have activities for the whole family to enjoy and may include exhibits, demonstrations, rides, free samples, mazes and more!

Concrete Ghost Walks

Saturdays, October 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 (dates tentative)
Concrete Theatre
45920 Main Street, Concrete

The Concrete Ghost Walks start at the Concrete Theater and give you the inside scoop on those that might be walking among us at night. These are the perfect way to get into the spooky season spirit. Your guide will retell true stories and legends about people who lived…and died…in the area. Guests must be over the age of 16 for this ghoulish night of fun that is more of an immersive experience than a simple walk…just go and see. Reservations are required and can be made by visiting the Concrete Chamber office. Find more information as it becomes available on the Concrete Chamber website.

CANCELLED Pupkin Run 5K 2026

October 25, 9 a.m. – 10 a.m.
Skagit River Park
S Skagit Street, Burlington

Get out those matching costumes for you and your dog – we know you have them! – and register for the 2026 Pupkin Run 5k in Burlington! This free race is all about family fun, so you can join whether you have a pup or not. The first 100 registrants get a doggie bag packed with treats and toys!

Scarin’ Up Some Fun 5K Glow Run/Walk

October 24, 6 p.m.
Northern State Recreation Area
25625 Helmick Road, Sedro-Woolley

This unique fun run is all about giving you some Halloween scares while you challenge yourself to a 5k. There will be hazards to navigate so be cautious about bringing dogs and small children. Costumes encouraged! To sign up, visit the Run Sign Up website.

Halloween Skate Parties

TBD
Skagit Skate
390 Cedar Street, Burlington

Skagit Skate usually does amazingly fun Halloween “lights out” parties! Each party has fun and unique activities, such as pumpkin bowling, a costume parade, a candy drop and confetti celebration. Don’t miss out! Check their website for more details as October draws near.

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