Top Events in Stanwood
Stanwood is a coastal city where the Stillaguamish River meets the Salish Sea. It’s full of small-town charm and the ease of island life. It’s also home to several great events throughout the year. Whether you’re into birding, hand-blown glass, car shows, live music, holiday festivities, or any of the other exciting seasonal happenings in Stanwood, you’re sure to find an event that’s worth the trip.
Summer
Stanwood Farmers Market – May-September
Taste all that is fresh and organic, straight from the soil of the Pacific Northwest. Of course, the Stanwood Farmers Market offers delicious, local foods and beverages. But it also includes artisanal foods, local art, and access to all of the good things that downtown Stanwood has to offer.
Twin City Idlers Car Show - June
Rev your engines for a fun-filled day of chrome, show, and shine at the second largest car show in Washington state. With over 700 cars on display and thousands of participants from around the region, Twin City Idlers is a must-attend event for car enthusiasts visiting Snohomish County during the summer season.
Stanfest – June-August
For those about to rock...we salute you with an invitation to Stanfest. This rockin’ weekend summer concert series at Church Creek Park features live music, a beer garden, kids activities, food trucks, and a vendor market. Stanfest has all the fun and flair of a major outdoor concert in a small-town, family friendly, and relaxing environment.
Stanwood-Camano Community Fair – August
Known in these parts as the “Best Lil’ Fair in the West,” The Stanwood-Camano Community Fair is a three-day celebration of the city’s agricultural heritage. It features a bumper crop of family friendly entertainment and activities, including a parade, alpaca races, dancing, and chicken agility competitions. It’s a boot-scootin' good time.
Movies in the Park - August
It’s lights, camera, action under the stars at beautiful Church Creek Park for Stanwood's annual Movies in the Park series! Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, and family and friends for three unforgettable summer evenings filled with food, fun, and films.
Fall
Touch A Truck - September
Turn the wheel, touch the buttons, and honk the horn! Get ready for a day of fun and excitement for the whole family at the Stanwood Touch-A-Truck event. Bring your little ones and let them explore the world of big rigs, construction equipment, emergency vehicles, and more.
Ghouls Night Out - October
Join the City of Stanwood for Ghouls Night Out, a spooktacular trick-or-treating downtown featuring over 40 candy stops! Every Halloween, Stanwood businesses and community groups come together to offer candy and giveaways making for a frightfully fun, free, and safe afternoon. Costumes encouraged.
Winter
Lights of Christmas – November-December
Experience the wonder of the Lights of Christmas spectacular. It’s a luminated wonderland of holiday lights, displays, activities, and entertainment for the whole family. This popular regional holiday destination features a drive-thru light display as well as a walking (or rolling or strolling) experience.
Light Up Your Holidays - December
Light Up Your Holidays is downtown Stanwood's annual tree lighting and holiday celebration. Watch the magic of the season come alive with holiday shopping, music, live performances, falling snow, arts, food trucks, local bites, selfies with Santa a ho-ho-whole lot more.
Northwest Glass Quest – February (Recommended event)
Every February, art fans, collectors, and enthusiasts from around the region visit Stanwood and Camano Island for a unique 10-day treasure hunt to discover clues that can be exchanged for hand-blown glass art. The annual Northwest Glass Quest is one of the more exciting and creative ways to explore the natural beauty of Stanwood-Camano Island—and possibly take home a piece of beauty, handmade art.
Snowgoose and Birding Festival - February (Recommended event)
Stanwood-Camano Island is a popular destination for birders, especially during the annual return of the snow geese and swans. The phenomenon is celebrated during the Snowgoose and Birding Festival. It’s a chance for those with an affinity for anything avian to explore exhibits, artists, vendors, bus tours, and speakers. Oh, and of course, the birds!
Spring
The Picker’s Market at 271 - May
Downtown Stanwood’s 271st Street is the site of the popular spring extravaganza known as The Picker’s Market at 271. It features over 50 vendors, live music, food trucks, and endless shopping for vintage treasures. It’s a favorite among locals and visitors alike.
Camano Island Studio Tour - May
Every Mother’s Day weekend, artists throughout Stanwood and Camano Island invite the public to visit their studios and learn more about their craft. It’s an inspiring tour that provides insight into the area’s most creative community. You might even discover a new favorite artist along the Camano Island Studio Tour.
Stanwood is your ticket to discovering a world of exciting events throughout the year. For a look at four seasons of fun happenings in Stanwood and Snohomish County, visit our events page.
