A Weekend Full of Fun and Festivities in the Lake Chelan Valley

Lots to do and see as we step into spring

information compiled, Elijah Larson photo

There may be times when you wonder “what should we do today?” But this weekend isn’t one of those!

From sidewalk sales to the Chelan Fire & Rescue Centennial Celebration to Earth Day Fest and more — you will find plenty of great ways to spend time downtown over the next few days.

Here are a few activities to choose from.

Friday, April 17: 2026 Job Fair

3:00 – 7:00 p.m. – it’s the 2026 Job Fair. Looking for a seasonal or full or part time job? Stop by the Lake Chelan Chamber of Commerce at 106 E. Woodin Avenue to connect with local businesses hiring for everything from volunteer roles to full time careers.

For more information, visit LakeChelan.com

Friday, April 17 – Sunday, April 19, Garage-a-rama

It’s time for Garage-a-rama — the annual spring sidewalk sales extravaganza. Hit the streets of downtown Chelan to browse local merchants along Woodin Avenue and South Emerson Street. Times vary based on individual store hours.

For more information, visit HistoricChelan.org.

Saturday, April 17, Chelan Earth Day Fair

10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. The 37th annual Chelan Earth Day Fair returns to Riverwalk Park featuring 90 vendors, food trucks, electric vehicles, and a full day of live entertainment.

For more information, visit ChelanEarthDayFair.org.

Saturday, April 17, Chelan Fire & Rescue Centennial Celabration

10:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m. Chelan Fire & Rescue 100-year Centennial Celebration!

Celebrate 100 years of Chelan Fire & Rescue with a massive downtown parade featuring vintage fire trucks rolling down Woodin Avenue starting at 10:00 a.m. Don’t miss the high-stakes Chili Cook-Off — “100 years of fire and flavor” at the fire station from 11:30 a.m. -3:00 p.m. Then gather at Vin du Lac Winery for a historic grand finale from 6:00 p.m. -9:00 p.m.

For more information, visit Chelan7.com.