We are a nonprofit dedicated to supporting the arts and artists in our community. Proceeds from our market fund scholarships and provide vital support for arts programs in the Cascade School District.
Our outdoor market, held May through October in downtown Leavenworth, showcases a vibrant mix of emerging and professional artists. Each weekend you’ll find vivid paintings, stunning photography, and handcrafted jewelry and metalwork you won’t want to miss.
Music by local favorite, Eric Link! Wine and great music! Nothing better!
After a great day of birding, come socialize with us at the Bird Fest Happy Hour held on the beautiful Wenatchee River Institute campus! Open to everyone with no registration required, this free event is the perfect place to drop in anytime to meet fellow birders and friends, old and new.
3:00 – 5:00 PM | Bird Games: Join Audubon volunteers to play Wingspan and other bird-themed games—whether you’re a seasoned player or just want to see what the buzz is about.
5:30 – 7:00 PM | Bird Trivia: Put your knowledge to the test! Bring your own team or join one on the spot for some friendly competition.
Refreshments: Beer, wine, and sparkling water will be available for purchase. Thanks to our sponsor Icicle Brewing Company for providing the beer!
FREE, no registration required.
Talented local musician bringing lively vibes and familiar tunes to Patterson Cellars!
Enjoy local vendors, fresh produce, handmade good, and delicious made to eat, hot food items!
During this workshop, you’ll have the opportunity to choose and create your own unique glass piece(s) under the guidance of Craig or Jori. Each participant will enjoy a hands-on experience in the hot shop, witnessing the transformation of molten glass into a stunning work of art.
Book multiple sessions and bring friends or family to share in the fun of glassblowing. We offer this interactive experience most Saturdays, with approximately 60-90 minute sessions for 1-2 participants available throughout the day. The project choices will change every few months with the holidays and seasons. Minimum age 14.
We are a nonprofit dedicated to supporting the arts and artists in our community. Proceeds from our market fund scholarships and provide vital support for arts programs in the Cascade School District.
Our outdoor market, held May through October in downtown Leavenworth, showcases a vibrant mix of emerging and professional artists. Each weekend you’ll find vivid paintings, stunning photography, and handcrafted jewelry and metalwork you won’t want to miss.
Open to all two-person teams:
9AM shotgun start both days (May 16-17)
Two days of Net Best Ball, $100,000 Hole in One Contest – 10 players will earn a shot at the big prize, $2,500 Putting Contest.
Continental breakfast both mornings and a hosted BBQ lunch with the awards ceremony on Sunday.
See firsthand how molten glass is shaped into decorative and functional objects.
We invite you to watch off-hand glassblowing demonstrations by Craig and Jori at our studio Boulder Bend Glassworks.
An hour of relaxation, rejuvenation, and renewal to start your weekend feeling refreshed and recharged!
Find your weekend zen with us! Our instructor will base the class on your needs and lead you through a practice to focus on the things you are looking for this week.
Registration begins at 9:30am in the resort lobby area where you check-in, pay and get your card punched. We provide mats, bolsters, blocks, blankets, and straps but you are welcome to bring your own. $16 for off-site guests and $10 for resort guests, collect 5 punches on your card and get your 6th class free!
A highlight of the festival season is back! We invite you to the Bird Fest Community Fair—a gathering for families, youth, and adults to celebrate birds, wildlife, and the beautiful Wenatchee Valley.
Continuing our tradition of an extended schedule, the fair remains open later into the afternoon so you can head over straight from your morning birding field trips. Enjoy a full afternoon of art and nature activities, guided walks, and live music from local musicians. With a wide variety of artists and vendors on-site, there is truly something for everyone to enjoy.
Join us on Front Street, where professional chainsaw carvers will create large-scale, German-inspired carvings. These renowned carvers, based in the Pacific Northwest, will use a variety of chainsaws and specialized tools to create their masterpieces. During live carving sessions, they will also sell their other pieces and discuss the art of chainsaw carving. Live music will be in the Gazebo.
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Chainsaw Carving and Live Music Times can be found here:
Leavenworth Maifest | Bavarian Spring Festival in WA
Following the live carving weekend, these carved masterpieces will be on display around town and up for auction!
Part of our month-long Maifest celebration!
Grow your woodworking skills with our Garden Trowel Turning Class! Craft a custom wooden handle on the lathe as you learn turning, shaping, sanding, and finishing. In just one hour, you’ll leave with a handcrafted trowel ready for planting—or gifting to your favorite gardener.
Spend a few hours building your own custom cribbage board at NCW Woodshop! Choose hardwood stock, glue up your board, drill 120 peg holes, and learn sanding and finishing skills. Sip, socialize, and leave with a handmade board—complete with pegs and ready for game night.
Meet Dangerous Women at the intersection of human and natural history for the debut of Common Ground! Discover theater that breathes life into the forgotten and suppressed histories of remarkable women, the pageantry of the natural world and the belief systems that fuel our choices.
With a bold, diverse cast spanning Indigenous, White, Latina, and Black cultures, this original production weaves theater, dance, music and stunning visual art into an unforgettable experience.
Purchase tickets here: http://icicle.org
Craft your own set of wooden kitchen utensils in this fun, hands-on class! Learn to shape, sand, and finish spatulas you’ll actually use—no experience required.
This is a HYBRID event. You may join us in the Wenatchee River Institute’s Red Barn or livestream virtually. Registration is required for this event.
Saturday, May 16, 7:00pm-8:30pm. Doors open at 6:30pm.
Ticket price: $20 for in-person, or $10 for virtual.
Meet Dangerous Women at the intersection of human and natural history for the debut of Common Ground! Discover theater that breathes life into the forgotten and suppressed histories of remarkable women, the pageantry of the natural world and the belief systems that fuel our choices.
With a bold, diverse cast spanning Indigenous, White, Latina, and Black cultures, this original production weaves theater, dance, music and stunning visual art into an unforgettable experience.
Purchase tickets here: http://icicle.org
Open to all two-person teams:
9AM shotgun start both days (May 16-17)
Two days of Net Best Ball, $100,000 Hole in One Contest – 10 players will earn a shot at the big prize, $2,500 Putting Contest.
Continental breakfast both mornings and a hosted BBQ lunch with the awards ceremony on Sunday.
Design your own glass fusing in a variety of shapes using colorful hand-pulled cane and murrine made at our studio. No plate glass used here!
Come to the Boulder Bend Glassworks studio and start your fusing workshop anytime between 10 am to 3 pm. No reservations required. Generally, participants take 40 to 90 minutes to design their glass piece.
Available for ages 7 and up. Participants under 18 require a parent or guardian.
For groups of 6 or more, please inquire regarding a private workshop.
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Leavenworth Chamber of Commerce – PO Box 327, 645 Front Street, Leavenworth, WA 98826 Tel: 509-548-5807
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