March 6 - 8
Annual Spring Wine Event
Location: Sun Mt Lodge, Winthrop
Site: www.sunmountainlodge.com
Phone: 800 572-0493 or 509 996-4766
March 6 - 8
Winthrop Balloon Roundup
Over a dozen hot air balloons from around the NW converge upon Winthrop for
three days of flying amidst the snow covered hills and peaks. "Balloon Glow"
in downtown Winthrop Saturday 6:30pm. Great photo opportunities!
Location: Winthrop
Email: info@winthropwashington.com
Phone: 888 463-8469
March 7, 7PM
Cascadia Keyboard Confections
Local musicians perform selections for the piano. Delectable desserts
prepared by local bakers offered during intermission, Proceeds support music
lessons. The Methow Valley Community Center, Twisp
Location: Twisp Community Center
March 7, 9:00 a.m.
Methow Winter Triathlon
Open to Ironman or two or three member teams. 12k bike, 20k x-c skiing and
8k run.
Location: Winthrop
Site: www.mvsta.com
Phone: 509 996-3287
March 14
Annual Mardi Gras Gala & Auction
Incredible Southern infused menu by the Corner Bistro, a little south of the continent Reggae and a great auction! Doors open 6:00 p.m.
Location: Courtyard Downtown Omak
March 14, 4:30 PM
Bite of the Methow
Delectable treats from local chefs and bakers in the Methow
Location: Winthrop Barn
Phone: 996-3631
March 23 - 24
Okanogan County Spring Fair & Home & Garden Show
Free admission.
Location: Okanogan County Fairgrounds
Site: www.okanogancountyfair.org
Phone: 509 422-1621
March 27, 7PM
Seattle Shakespeare's Othello and Arts Education Celebration
Shakespeare celebration with the Seattle Shakespeare Company performance of
Othello, opened by student performances of Shakespeare vignettes for a
nickel. $15 suggested donation, free to students.
Location: Twisp Winthrop Barn
March 27
Gilligan's Island : The Musical
An original stage show based on the popular TV sit-com and starring Barry
Williams, an iconic actor from another legendary television classic, "The
Brady Bunch." Over 20 original songs.
Location: The Omak Performing Arts Center
Site: www.omakpac.com
Phone: 509-826-0797
April 11, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
Child Care Awareness Day
Bring your child into the Border Patrol office for finger
printing and photographing
Location: Border Patrol Office, Oroville
April 15, 7:30 PM
George Winston
One of Americas most beloved pianists performs on the PAC Steinway with his
unique variety of styles including melodic folk, stride, R&B, Vince
Guaraldi's "Peanuts" pieces and more. A unique blend of solo piano.
Location: The Omak Performing Arts Center
April 17 & 18, 6:30 p.m.
4D Barrel Racing Jack Pot
Three classes, Youth, Open, and Seniors
Location: Tonasket Comanchero Rodeo Grounds
April 17, 7 PM
Cascadia presents Pianist John Pickett in concert
Selections by Debussy, Berg, Brahms, and Beethoven.
Location: Merc Playhouse, Twisp
April 18
Kite Day
The Royal Neighbors sponsor this event. 60 kites are purchased and handed
out to kids. Everyone is welcome and encouraged to bring their own kite.
Over 50 kites in the air a beautiful site to see.
Location: Baseball Fields northeast of Oroville
April 18 & 19, 10:00 a.m.
Tonasket Jr. Rodeo
Sanction with the Caribou Trail Junior Rodeo Organization.
55 events, 5 age groups
Location: Tonasket Comanchero Rodeo Grounds
April 24 - 26, Friday, 3:00 pm. Sat & Sun 11:00 a.m.
Nespelem Jr. Rodeo
Sanction with the Caribou Trail Junior Rodeo Organization.
55 events, 5 age groups
Location: Nespelem Rodeo Grounds
April 24 - 26
Backcountry Horseman Spring Ride
Annual spring ride
Location: Beaver Creek Campground, Methow Valley
April 25 - 26
Trout Derby & Spaghetti Feed
Opening fishing season with this derby from sun up on Saturday to noon on
Sunday. Enter prize trout catches for awards, divisions for youth and adult
and largest single fish. Spaghetti Feed, Saturday 5 - 7 p.m. Opening day,
Hall Mall, with crafts and vendors.
Location: Conconully, WA
May 2
Sportsman's Swap-n-Sell
Buy, sell or trade your new or used camping, & sporting equipment. From
racquets to RV's we've got space for it all!
Location: Civic League Park & Ash Street, Omak
May 2
Sunflower Relay & Iron Event
Enjoy a stunning view of the Methow River, North Cascades, and the Sawtooths
in this 21.5 mile trail run, ironman or team relay. Flowers abound
throughout the valley.
Location: Mazama/Twisp
May 2, 10 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Business Appreciation Day
Pateros Businesses showcase their many charms. Library will hold a book &
plant sale. Free Hot Dogs @ noon
Location: Downtown Pateros
May 4 - 8
Ride to Rendezvous
Saddle up or ride a wagon; 100 riders, 20 wagons, and a ton of fun.
Sponsered by Washington Guide & Outfitters Association
Location: Winthrop
May 7 - 10
52nd Annual Colorama Festival & Pro West Rodeo
Arts, crafts, carnival, entertainment and food booths. Friday Family fun
night, Saturday Cowboy Breakfast, Grand Parade at, 11:00 a.m and a special
showing of the Laser Light Show on Grand Coulee Dam at 9:30 p.m. Friday &
Saturday rodeo and dance. Sunday, Over the Dam Run
Location: Grand Coulee Dam Area
May 8, 7 PM
Dollar Watch Cowboy Jamboree
Rockin'HW with Western Music Awards Cowboy Poet of the year finalist Michael
Whitaker, Guitarist and singer Alan Halvorson and classic poet Morry Walter
join Methow's own Horse Crazy cowgirl band and more.
Location: Winthrop Barn
May 8 - 10
64th Annual Winthrop 49er Days
Wagon Train Parade, cowboy dinner, music, packers' contest to relive the
late 1800's, old western shoot out, games, demonstrations, and western
auction
Location: Downtown Winthrop
May 9
69th Annual May Festival
3 on 3 Basketball Tournament, bass fishing tourney, arts & crafts, parade
down main street of Oroville and many booths including Chamber Barbeque
Location: Downtown Oroville
May 14 - 17
Sunbanks Blues Festival
Outdoor log stage features outstanding blues bands - great music in a
gorgeous setting on the shores of Banks Lake.
Location: Banks Lake
May 13
Mazama 5K & 10K Fun Run
Starting and ending near the Mazama Community Center, the course begins by
heading south through open fields with beautiful views on the community
trail system. The course gains some elevation as it meanders through
forested areas near Goat Creek. The last mile rejoins the meadow trails for
the finish back at the Mazama Community Center.
Location: Mazama
May 16 & 17
Okanogan Jr. Rodeo
Sanction with the Caribou Trail Junior Rodeo Organization. 55 events, 5 age
groups
Location: Okanogan County Fairgrounds
May 17
7th Annual Run for the Border Motorcycle Rally
Fund raiser put on by the HOGS (Harley Owners Group). Up to 350 motorcycles
participate in this event to raise money for needy families in Okanogan
County.
Location: From Wenatchee to Oroville
May 22
Sunflower Festival
Paschal Sherman Indian School hosts a delightful festival for school aged
children.
Location: Omak
May 23 - 31, Nightly at 10 PM (Lasts approx. 37 minutes)
Laser Light Show on the Grand Coulee Dam
The Grand Coulee Dam is used as a giant movie screen while lasers dance
across the face and spillway, telling the story of the Columbia River,
history and purposes of the Grand Coulee Dam. Entertaining and educational
for all ages.
Location: Grand Coulee Dam
May 23 - 24, 1PM
Winthrop Rodeo Days
Saddle bronc, calf riding, bareback and barrel racing
Location: Winthrop Rodeo Grounds
May 24 & 25
Arts and Crafts Fair
Crafters exhibit and sell wares in and around the Community Hall.
Location: Conconully, WA