Top Darrington Events

Father’s Day Safari Archery Shoot

Take dad to Darrington Archers for a weekend-long safari he won’t forget. This popular event gives archers of all skill levels practice taking aim at a variety of decoy safari animals. This gift definitely hits the mark for Father’s Day.

Washington State Archery Association Field Championship

Don’t miss your chance to watch the best archers in the state showcase their skills at Darrington Archers as they shoot their shot at qualifying for the National Field Archery Association Outdoor Nationals. Whether you come to compete or spectate, you’re in for an exciting weekend.

Cascadia NW Arts & Music Festival

Celebrate the official arrival of summer at a three-day festival that features pulsating electronic music and vibrant visual art. Cascadia NW offers camping, workshops, and the opportunity to do a digital detox and live in the moment. This is worth the price of admission alone!

Timberbowl Rodeo

Buck up for a weekend of bull riding, ranch saddle bronc, barrel racing, and more at the base of the scenic White Horse Mountain. The Darrington Timberbowl Rodeo is a tradition that has been entertaining families and friends since 1962.

4th of July parade and fireworks

Ignite your passion for pageantry with an Independence Day parade full of horseback riders, fire trucks, big rigs, and more. Then stick around for an evening of fireworks and fun. Fourth of July in Darrington is a blast!

Any Patch Of Grass

APOG is not just any music and arts festival—it’s a celebration of local creativity and artistry. It’s a multiday community event that offers camping, music, performance art, interactive workshops, and large-scale art installations. It’s an immersive experience that has built a huge following. Make sure you get your tickets early, as this event always sells out.

Darrington Bluegrass Music Festival

The Bluegrass Festival is the town’s flagship event and it attracts bluegrass fans from all over the world who make the trek to the North Cascades for a long weekend banjos, fiddles, and fun. The awe-inspiring mountainous backdrop of the amphitheater stage makes Darrington Bluegrass Festival one of the best places to experience live music on the Pacific Northwest.

Cascadia Dirt Cup

Darrington’s North Mountain is home to some of the best mountain biking trails in the region. Spend a weekend riding with some of the best during the North Mountain Enduro as part of the Cascadia Dirt Cup Series. You can join the men’s, women’s, and junior events if you have what it takes—or you can watch the high-flying action as a spectator.

Darrington Jade Festival

Jade is a timeless gemstone known for its beauty, durability, and spiritual significance. Join the celebration of nature’s finest stone at the Darrington Jade Festival. This event gives jade miners, artists, carvers, and enthusiasts a place to connect, collect, learn, and explore all things related to jade in the Pacific Northwest.

Re/Evolution: Summerjam

Re/Evolution Summerjam is a multi-genre music festival that amplifies the legacy of American music festival culture through nature, experience, and of course, music. The festival takes place amid the lush scenery of Whitehorse Mountain and the Stillaguamish River at the historic Darrington music Park. You’ll find music, workshops, and joy among kindred spirits.

Rock the Mountain Classic Rock Festival

Classic rock is more than a genre of music—it’s a vibe. (Re)discover the sounds of yesteryear with some of today’s best musicians in the region. Rock the Mountain features a lineup of exciting acts performing in an amphitheater surrounded by 35 acres of evergreen forest. This means there’s plenty of room for dancing and feeling all the good vibrations. Elevate your festival experience with weekend camping.

Summer Park Fair

If you’re looking for all the charm of a small-town street fair with a healthy dose of live music, arts and crafts, local food, and family fun, spend a day in Darrington at the Summer Park Fair. This beloved fair celebrates creativity, commerce, and community in a way that’s entirely unique to this quaint mountain town.

Sauk-Suiattle Pow Wow and Celebration

The Sauk-Suiattle Pow Wow, an annual celebration of rich colors, heart-felt dances, and a legacy of tradition. Join in the festivities to experience the food, music, dancing, arts, and unity of the Sauk-Suiattle Indian Tribe.

Labor Day weekend camping

End summer in style with an extended weekend camping trip at one of the many amazing campsites in Darrington. Whether you’re into tent, car, RV, or even equestrian camping, you’ll find plenty of options for getting in touch with the natural beauty that surrounds this community at the base of the North Cascades.

Darrington Community Center’s Annual Holiday Bazaar

Kick your holiday season into high gear with some down-home fun in Darrington. The holiday bazaar features an array of handcrafted and manufactured goodies and that are great for decorations, stocking stuffers, or spreading holiday cheer.