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  • Join us on Front Street where professional chainsaw carvers will create large-scale, German-inspired carvings. These renowned carvers, local to the Pacific Northwest, will use a variety of chainsaws and other special tools to create their masterpieces. In between live carving times, they will be selling their other pieces and talking with customers and live music will be playing in the Gazebo.  Live Carving Times*: 11:00 – 11:30 AM 1:15 – 1:45 PM 3:30 – 4:00 PM In between carving sessions, enjoy AlpenFolk playing the music of the Alps from 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM and the Leavenworth Alphorns from 3:00 [...]

  • We’ve been doing Maifest right since 1971! This weekend will fill your entertainment card right up with Maipole dancing, Bavarian music, our annual Festzug (or Grand March) where town folk dress in their Bavarian best to welcome you to town and includes the Bernese Mountain dogs, and so much more! We love our Bavarian traditions and this weekend is full of them. Weekend Schedule Highlights: Friday Noon-6pm: Live Accordion Music at the Gazebo Saturday 11 AM - 6 PM: Live Music, Dancing, and Entertainment at the Gazebo in Front Street Park Noon: Festzug Grand March (Parade) featuring town folk in Trachten [...]

  • From the authentically alpine village to the Bavarian charm and outdoor adventure, could one possibly need more reasons to visit Leavenworth this spring? Highly doubtful, but should you, here’s what to expect at this spring’s month-long Maifest celebration.Leavenworth loves their Bavarian traditions and, since its inception in 1971, the weekend long Maifest Celebration is packed full of them. Maifest is a centuries-old tradition that celebrates the arrival of spring, dating back to the 16th century when German villages would gather together to celebrate by planting flowers, playing music and games, and raising the maipole in the local square. The “maipole” [...]

  • Join us on Front Street where five professional chainsaw carvers will create large-scale, German-inspired carvings. These renowned carvers, local to the Pacific Northwest, will use a variety of chainsaws and other special tools to create their masterpieces. In between live carving times, they will be selling their other pieces and talking with customers.  Live Carving Times: TBD Following the live carving weekend, these masterpieces will be on display around town and up for auction! Stay tuned for details about that. Part of our month-long Maifest celebration!

  • We’ve been doing Maifest right since 1971! This weekend will fill your entertainment card right up with Maipole dancing, Bavarian music, our annual Festzug (or Grand March) where town folk dress in their Bavarian best to welcome you to town and including the Bernese Mountain dogs, and so much more! We love our Bavarian traditions and this weekend is full of them. Weekend Schedule: Stay tuned for details!

  • Weekends in May Say yes to spring adventures, our beautiful Bavarian Village surrounded by spring flowers and snow capped mountains in May, plus we have events all month long that provide unlimited fun and entertainment! Weekend Events May 4-5 Music of the Alps May 10-12 Traditional Maifest Celebration May 12- Mai BlumenLauf (May Flower Run) May 16-19 Leavenworth Spring Bird Fest May 18-19 Maifest Live Chainsaw Carving May 23-26 Leavenworth International Alphorn Festival Music of the Alps [...]

  • Discover: Plain & Lake Wenatchee THE BAVARIAN VILLAGE Leavenworth, Washington, is a charming Bavarian village nestled in the picturesque Cascade Mountains. Known for its unique architectural style and festive atmosphere, the village transports visitors to a quaint European setting. The town exudes a lively ambiance throughout the year, with seasonal decorations and events adding to its allure. Visitors can explore the village's charming shops, indulge in authentic German cuisine, sample locally brewed beers, and immerse themselves in the vibrant festivities and cultural experiences that make Leavenworth a truly remarkable destination. [...]

  • Featured Annual Events Annual Festivals Leavenworth, Washington hosts a variety of lively festivals and events throughout the year. From the highly anticipated Oktoberfest celebration, featuring traditional music, food, and beer, to the magical Christmastown, where the entire town sparkles with lights, Leavenworth offers unforgettable experiences that showcase our warm community spirit. Nam aliquet ante porta, gravida elit interdum, luctus porta sapien justo, at fringilla felis suscipit vestibulum. May 13th to May 31st - 2024It's May. Spring is here...and, not a moment too [...]

  • NO PASSPORT REQUIRED: WILLKOMMEN TO LEAVENWORTHThe idea of spending time at Oktoberfest in Munich, or hiking among wildflowers in the land of The Sound of Music, might sound good in theory. But the reality is that between language, currency, and cultural barriers, the hassle of international travel, and the constraints on our precious free time, a summer or fall trip to Bavaria might look better on paper than in person. But what if you could enjoy the culture, traditions, and vibe of a traditional Bavarian alpine village, and the accessibility, convenience, and familiarity of a domestic destination – with No [...]

  • SIGNATURE FESTIVALS October 4-5, 11-12 & 18-19 Oktoberfest in Leavenworth offers three fully programmed venues (beer gardens) over three weekends in downtown, with amazing music, dancing, food and beer! Purchase your tickets online and grab some event merchandise as well. Oktoberfest November 29th to December 24th Every December, midweek and on weekends, we celebrate our eyepopping display of over half a million lights, with festive entertainment, roasted chestnuts, [...]

  • Oktoberfest Entertainer Bios AlpenFolk Style: Yodeling and Classic Polka Oktoberfest Music With authentic instruments, singing and yodeling, AlpenFolk presents the music and folklore of the Alps. They offer alpine music the way it was meant to be played - the way it is played today in rustic inns and mountain chalets of Bavaria, Tyrol, Styria and throughout the Alps! Aqua-Nets Style: Pop Music Cover Band Dance and sing along to your favorite guilty pleasure songs from the 70's to today with The Aqua-Nets, Seattle's favorite cover band! The Aqua-Nets are [...]

  • Nothing beats the unrivaled beauty of Leavenworth in the spring. As the snow retreats and blossoms begin to color the hillsides, the small Bavarian-themed village tucked away in Washington’s North Central Cascades truly shines. From birdwatching and dancing around the flowered maipole, to wildflower hiking and sipping suds from a stein, you’ll need more than a quick getaway to fully embrace the season’s magic. Read along for 10 reasons your planned getaway to Leavenworth might just warrant some additional PTO.1. THE LEAVENWORTH EXPERIENCE, MINUS THE BUSTLELeavenworth’s springtime vibe offers a unique experience to visitors. A perfectly balanced mix of alpine [...]

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