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. Please visit www.sedro-woolley.com or facebook.com/sedrowoolleychamber/ or call the chamber office at 360-8551841 with event questions closer to the events. Events Coordinator Monique Brigham can be reached at 360-8551841 or Monique.SWChamber@gmail. com. The office is located at 810 Metcalf St. Blast from the Past Weekend: June 3, 4, 5, 2022

We are thrilled to bring this fun, family event back to its regular timeframe in June. Please join us as we jump back to groovy 1972 (50 years ago) with music, cars, and kids’ activities. Don’t forget the Fun Run/Walk and the Arts & Crafts Fair!

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. As always, the chamber is working to recruit vintage markets and local artisans. Friday, noon - 7 p.m.: The museum will be open from 12 p.m. – 3 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 1972 theme. Winners will have their name and picture posted to the event’s Facebook page.

Join us downtown for the Arts & Crafts Fair.

Saturday, 8 a.m. – 11 p.m.: The museum will be open from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. for an open house. Blast of Color 5K Family Fun Run/Walk, sponsored by PNW Charm, LLC:

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 https://runsignup.com/ Race/WA/SedroWoolley/4BlastofColor 5kFamilyFunRunWalk. The run ends at Hammer Heritage Square where several fun events and activities are planned.

Visit www.sedro-woolley.com/events for more details.

Enjoy festive live music at the annual Street Dance.

There will be live music in the street at the intersection of Woodworth and Metcalf.

Hours are 2 p.m. – 11 p.m. Join us downtown for the Arts & Crafts Fair.

Sunday, 10 a.m. - close: The museum will be open from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m.

Hosted by the Sedro-Woolley American Legion Post #43, the Classic Car Show runs from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Onsite registration begins at 7 a.m. The cars will line up on Woodworth between Murdock and Eastern streets.

Enjoy festive live music from 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the intersection of Woodworth and Metcalf.

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Dream Theater at Abbott’s Alley (weather permitting)

Free! Across from City Hall on Metcalf at 8 p.m. Dress warm and bring a chair. Visit http://sedro-woolley. chambermaster.com/events/calendar/ for more information.

Children’s Halloween Parade: October 31, 2022

The 2022 Children’s Halloween Parade will be held Monday, October 31 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 3, 2022

Sedro-Woolley will celebrate the joy of Christmas with the theme: WoolleyWood Christmas – your favorite holiday movie! On the first Saturday of December – December 3, 2022 - 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.:

Kids activities and entertainment, 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 Lighted

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Christmas 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 a visit 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 The Big Rock Woolley Market. Hot beverages will be available.

Santa Breakfast: December 10, 2022

The Santa Breakfast is held on the second Saturday of December – December 10, 2022 - 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, tentatively scheduled for April 29-30, 2023

Woodfest is a great way for our students to show their woodworking skills, honoring our logging history. The festival has traditionally featured a student and master craftsmen woodworking showcase and technology exhibits at Sedro-Woolley High School. Other traditional activities include Willowbrook’s English Tea & Tour and Eagle Haven Winery events. 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 2023 event is tentatively scheduled for April 29 – 30. Please visit www. sedro-woolley.com or facebook/woodfest. SedroWoolley for event details and updates closer to the event.

Kids’ Fishing Derby: May 6, 2023

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.