Pumpkin spice and everything nice, ghostly hosts and haunted coasts! That time of year is fast approaching, and Skagit County has plenty of fall activities from Anacortes to Concrete. Whether you are looking for a 21-and-over party or a day out with the family, there is something for everyone on this list. Check out the 2024 fall activities in Skagit County.
September
Skagit Flats Marathon
September 8
Burlington-Edison High School
301 N Burlington Boulevard, Burlington
The annual Skagit Flats Marathon, Half Marathon and 5K is happening again in Burlington. This race is one of the flattest Boston qualifiers in the United States. The marathon uses Northwest Endurance chip timing and they have a huge clock at the finish so you can see your time. Learn more and sign up at the Skagit Flats website.
29th Annual Fall Garage Sale and Car Show
September 20-21
Skagit County Fairgrounds
501 Taylor Street, Mount Vernon
The 30th Annual Fall Garage Sale and Car Show at the Skagit County Fairgrounds has everything you want in a fall festival: classic cars, vendors, live music and food. There will be over 170 vendors with everything from antiques to TVs. On Saturday, the annual car show takes center stage with free registration for anyone who wants to enter. Find out more on the Skagit County website.
Skagit Valley Giant Pumpkin Festival
September 21, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Christianson’s Nursery & Greenhouse
15806 Best Road, Mount Vernon
Head to Christianson’s Nursery & Greenhouse for the incredible Skagit Valley Giant Pumpkin Festival! There will be a giant pumpkin weigh-off, food vendors, games, live music and more! Get your face painted, try your luck in the hay maze and more.
40th Oyster Run
September 22
Anacortes
The Oyster Run is the largest motorcycle run in the Pacific Northwest! A free event, it’s unique in that it has no starting or stopping point – pick a route and ride – just make sure you end up in downtown Anacortes! There, you will find vendors, live music and good food. The event is free and all are welcome, even if you’re walking, driving or sailing! Find more information on the Oyster Run website.
B’town Fall Fest
September 28-29
Skagit River Park
1100 S Skagit Street, Burlington
Burlington’s annual B’town Fall Fest is a free festival with two days of family fun including a kid’s zone, arts and crafts, live entertainment, vendors, food vendors and more! Try the pumpkin sling contest or paint a pumpkin. For more information, watch the B’town Fall Fest Facebook page.
Skagit BigFoot Fest
September 27-29
Skagit County Fairgrounds
501 Taylor Street, Mount Vernon
Learn about all things Sasquatch at the Skagit BigFoot Fest in Mount Vernon! The event has live entertainment, food and local beer, vendors, a step-by-step painting class, Sasquatch calling contest, costume contest, kid’s activities and more. There is also a 5K fun run. Proceeds go to Children of the Valley and Camp Korey. To buy tickets, visit the Skagit BigFoot Fest website. Kids under 5 and bigfoot costume wearers get in free!
October
Halloween Skate Parties
Lights Out Party – October 25
Tiny Tot Party – October 26
Jr Kids Party – October 27
Skagit Skate
390 Cedar Street, Burlington
Each year, Skagit Skate brings us three fun-filled Halloween skate parties! Attend the Lights Out Party, the Tiny Tot Party or the Jr Kids Party of all kinds of fun including a coffin ride, pumpkin bowling, candy drop and confetti celebration.
Bier Near the Pier
October 4-6
Depot Arts Center
611 R Ave, Anacortes
Bier Near the Pier is back with a new name, new venue and lots of fun! Head to Anacortes for this fall activity that includes sampling breweries and cideries while you enjoy live music and amazing food. Purchase tickets in advanced for this 21-and-over event in Anacortes. Get your tickets on the Experience Anacortes website. Learn more on the Anacortes Bier Near the Pier Facebook page.
Skagit Valley Festival of Family Farms
October 5-6
Various farms
Skagit Valley Farm Tours show off the beautiful rural areas of our county during one of the prettiest seasons. Just use the farm map on their website for your self-guided tour. Activities at each farm will vary, but may include education exhibits, demonstrations, kids’ activities, free samples, corn and hay mazes, pumpkin patches, animals and more. Go to the Skagit Valley Festival of Family Farms website for more information.
Concrete Ghost Walks
TBD
Concrete Theatre
45920 Main Street, Concrete
Head to Concrete during October for their spooky Ghost Walks! Your guide will take you through the streets of Concrete, retelling 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. Reservations are required and can be made by visiting the Concrete Chamber office. Concrete Ghost Walks are typically on Saturdays, but 2024 days are to be announced. Find more information on the Concrete Chamber website.
Brew on the Slough
October 12
Maple Hall
104 Commercial Street, La Conner
Brew on the Slough is a great fall activity in La Conner for the 21-and-over crowd. Sample local beers, stroll the boardwalk, and eat your fill at the top restaurants on your route. There will be live music and tons of fun. For more information, visit the Love La Conner website.
Scarin’ Up Some Fun 5K Glow Run/Walk
October 19, 6 p.m.
Northern State Recreation Area
The Sedro-Woolley Chamber of Commerce invites you to put on a costume and run like a werewolf is chasing you! Check In starts at 5 p.m. The run/walk will be around the barns and buildings and it will be spooky, so they caution bringing children and dogs. To sign up, visit the Run Sign Up website. Sign up early and save!
Halloween Spooktacular
October 19, 5 p.m. – 8 p.m.
1901 Hoag Road, Mount Vernon
The Skagit Valley YMCA is having a fun-filled night for the whole family – and it’s free! There will be Halloween-themed carnival games, pumpkin patch, Halloween-themed arts and crafts, vendors and more! Put on your costume and have some spooky fun!
Fall Spooktacular Market
October 26
Skagit County Fairgrounds
1410 Virginia Street, Mount Vernon
The Fall Spooktacular Market at the Skagit County Fairgrounds has free admission and is fun for the whole family. Kids can even trick-or-treat as you stop by each vendor! For more information, visit the Skagit County website.
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