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Sedro-Woolley Chamber Events

Founded in 1914, the Sedro-Woolley Chamber of Commerce works hard to fulfill its mission: “Partnering with the community to promote business,” and its vision: “Establish partnerships and communication with the City, Businesses, and the Community.” The chamber is proud to have great membership that includes retailers, wholesalers, service industries, manufacturers, industrial parks, banks, churches, nonprofit organizations and individuals.

The chamber team works hard to put on great community events each year. With Covid-restrictions changing all the time, we are doing our best to plan but know that things could change. Please visit www. sedro-woolley.com or facebook. com/sedrowoolleychamber/ or call the chamber office at 360-8551841 for updates closer to the events. Executive director Pola Kelley can be reached at 360-855-1841 or director@sedro-woolley.com. The office is located at 810 Metcalf St.

Blast from the Past Weekend:

Dates TBD for fall event

The weekend features free family fun celebrating 1971 (50 years ago)

with a 5K Color Fun Run/Walk sponsored by Marathon Petroleum and United General Hospital District, music, cars and kids’ activities. Events are held downtown SedroWoolley. Visit www.sedro-woolley.com for craft vendor application forms and more information. Visit facebook.com/BlastFromThePastSedroWoolleyWa/ for pictures of past events.

The Arts & Crafts Fair will be open Friday through Sunday between State and Ferry streets on Metcalf Street. The chamber is working to recruit vintage markets and local artisans.

Friday, noon - 7 p.m.:

Downtown business employees dress up in vintage clothes and judges from the Sedro-Woolley Chamber of Commerce will choose winners based on their resemblance to the 1971 theme. Winners will have their name and picture posted to the event’s Facebook page.

Saturday, 8 a.m. – close:

Shop the parking lot sale at the Sedro-Woolley Museum. Call the Sedro-Woolley Museum for hours and details.

Blast of Color 5K Family Fun Run/

Walk. The lineup will start near the Ferry Street Antique Mall at 8 a.m. for anyone who still needs to register. Pre-registered runners should arrive at 9 a.m. to pick up their packets. The run/walk starts at 10 a.m. Cost is $20 when you sign up in advance online at databarevents.com. Visit www. sedro-woolley.com/events for more details. The run ends at Hammer Heritage Square where several fun events are planned including hula hoop, jump rope and watermelon eating contests.

Enjoy festive live music at the annual Street Dance. Local 20 Taproom hosts the beer garden with live music in the street in front of their establishment at Eastern and Woodworth. Hours are 2 p.m. – 11 p.m.

Sunday, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.:

Shop the parking lot sale at the Sedro-Woolley Museum. Call the Sedro-Woolley Museum for hours and details.

Sponsored by Dwayne Lane’s Auto Family and Les Schwab Tire Center, and assisted by the Sedro-Woolley Eagle’s Club, the Classic Car Show runs from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Registration begins at 7 a.m. The cars will

Enjoy festive live music and the Local 20 Taproom street beer garden from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Children’s Halloween Parade:

October 29, 2021

The 2021 Children’s Halloween Parade will be held Friday, October 29 at 4:30 p.m.; it starts in the parking lot just south of Wells Fargo Bank and heads north to Ferry Street. After the parade, kids walk back down the sidewalks to trick-or-treat participating merchants.

Sedro-Woolley Christmas Events:

December 4, 2021

Sedro-Woolley will celebrate the Magic of Christmas with a new theme this year: The 12 Days of Christmas. On the first Saturday of December – December 4, 2021 - Metcalf Street will be shut down at 2 p.m. with events starting at 3 p.m. Stay tuned for details of 12 days of giveaways. For more information visit www.sedro-woolley.com.

3 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.:

Free pony rides from Lang’s Horse and Pony Farm and mini-train rides on Metcalf Street. Activities are sponsored by local merchants.

5 p.m.:

The tree lighting ceremony takes place in the town center on Metcalf and Woodworth streets. A child will be chosen to flick the ceremonial tree lights switch.

Once the tree is lit, the Santa Parade begins. The parade lines up by Lemley Chapel led by a well-lit fire engine, followed by 30 to 40 entries and wraps up with Santa. The parade line-up walks down Metcalf, turns right on Ferry, right on Murdock, right on State, then left on Third and back to Lemley Chapel. Bring hand-warmers and dress for the cold. There will be cash prizes for parade winners.

Right after the parade kids can meet Santa at Eagles Hall on 1000 Metcalf Street. Hot beverages will be available.

Santa Breakfast:

December 11, 2021

sedro-woolley.com or facebook/ woodfest.SedroWoolley for event details and updates closer to the event.

The American Legion Post 43 Sedro-Woolley will host a Pancake Breakfast on Sunday from 8 a.m. – 11 a.m. with proceeds supporting veterans’ activities and programs of Chapter 24! Open to the public. All you can eat. Please contact the Legion for prices.

The Santa Breakfast is held on the second Saturday of December – December 11, 2021 - at the Community Center (703 Pacific Street) from 8:30 a.m. to 11 a.m. The breakfast is hosted by Beta Sigma Phi and generously sponsored by community businesses; money raised goes to support community kids’ activities. Free for kids, adults by donation. Kids get a visit with Santa and parents are free to take pictures of their kids with Santa. Call the Sedro-Woolley Chamber of Commerce at 360-855-1841 or visit www.sedro-woolley.com for more information.

Woodfest – Timber to Tech:

April 23-24, 2022

Woodfest features a student and master craftsmen woodworking showcase and technology exhibits at Sedro-Woolley High School. Other traditional activities include Willowbrook’s English Tea & Tour, Eagle Haven Winery events, wagon rides and rock painting. Prizes for handcrafted student entries will be awarded on Sunday. Get out and support these talented students! Free admission. Saturday, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m. The 2022 event is scheduled for April 23 – 24. Please visit www.

Kids’ Fishing Derby:

May 7, 2022

Sponsored by The Wildcat Steelhead Club the first Saturday of May, the Kids’ Fishing Derby is open to all kids 14 and under at Northern State Pond. Registration begins at 7 a.m. and the derby runs from 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Bring your bait and fishing gear! Prizes will be awarded! Please carpool due to very limited parking.

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