Nov 14
Ladies Night Out
Sat Nov 14, 6–9pm
Mount Vernon
Greetings from
Mount Vernon
Skagit County seat on the banks of the Skagit River
Skagit County
Mount Vernon at a glance
Population ~35,200 (2020 Census)
- Skagit Valley Tulip Festival fields
- Historic downtown and 1926 Lincoln Theatre
- Riverfront farmers market and Riverwalk
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What's happening in the next seven days.
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Business directory
Local favorites. Owners can add or update their listing below.
Bertelsen Winery
Mount VernonHillside winery tasting room east of town with a summer concert series.
20598 Starbird Rd, Mount Vernon
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Calico Cupboard Cafe
Mount VernonScratch bakery-cafe famous for giant cinnamon rolls and hearty breakfasts.
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Christianson's Nursery & Greenhouse
Mount VernonFamily nursery with greenhouses, gardens, classes and a Sunday farmers market at the Vinery.
15806 Best Rd, Mount Vernon
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Hayton Farms Berries
Mount VernonFifth-generation berry farm dating to 1876, with a seasonal farm stand.
16670 Fir Island Rd, Mount Vernon
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Lincoln Theatre
Mount VernonHistoric 1926 theater hosting concerts, films and community events.
712 S 1st St, Mount Vernon
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Max Dale's Steak & Chop House
Mount VernonClassic steakhouse on Riverside Drive for dinners, celebrations and holiday parties.
2030 Riverside Dr, Mount Vernon
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McIntyre Hall Performing Arts Center
Mount VernonPerforming arts and conference center at Skagit Valley College hosting concerts, theater and touring acts.
2501 E College Way, Mount Vernon
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Rexville Grocery
Mount VernonCountry store and cafe with local foods, wine and sandwiches near the tulip fields.
19271 Best Rd, Mount Vernon
Food
RoozenGaarde Display Garden & Store
Mount VernonThe Roozen family's display garden and store, a Tulip Festival landmark.
15867 Beaver Marsh Rd, Mount Vernon
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Schuh Farms
Mount VernonFamily farm and market on Highway 536 with seasonal activities from April through December.
15565 State Route 536, Mount Vernon
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Skagit Valley Family YMCA
Mount VernonCommunity Y with a pool, gym, fitness classes and youth programs on Hoag Road.
1901 Hoag Rd, Mount Vernon
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Skagit Valley Food Co-op
Mount VernonMember-owned natural foods grocery founded in 1973, with a scratch-made deli.
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Skagit Valley Larder
Mount VernonDowntown wine bar and provisions shop with charcuterie, a dinner series and a wine club.
513 S 1st St, Mount Vernon
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The Skagit Table
Mount VernonScratch made, locally sourced take home meals, catering, chef dinners and cooking classes.
225 S 1st St, Mount Vernon
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Tulip Town
Mount VernonTulip farm open each April, with display fields, shopping and seasonal events.
15002 Bradshaw Rd, Mount Vernon
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Around the calendar
Coming up
Dates come from each organizer. Check their page before you go.
Nov14
Ladies Night Out
Ticketed downtown stroll with wine tastings at 14 businesses and holiday shopping specials.
Mount Vernon · Sat Nov 14, 6–9pmNov20
Corey Harris & Cedric Watson: True Blues
Blues guitarist Corey Harris and Creole musician Cedric Watson combine music and conversation at McIntyre Hall.
Mount Vernon · Fri Nov 20, 7:30pmDec5
Met Live in HD: Samson et Dalila
Metropolitan Opera broadcast of Saint-Saens' Samson et Dalila on the Lincoln Theatre screen.
Mount Vernon · Sat Dec 5, 9amDec6
Mount Vernon Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting
Lighted floats on South First Street, followed by carols and a tree lighting by Santa.
Mount Vernon · Sun Dec 6, 5–6pmDec11
A Christmas Carol (NiTE Theater)
New stage adaptation of Dickens' A Christmas Carol with classic carols and original music at the Lincoln Theatre.
Mount Vernon · Dec 11 to 19; evenings 7pm, matinees 2pmDec23
Amahl and the Night Visitors
Peterson Conservatory performs Menotti's one-act holiday opera with the Starry Night Chamber Orchestra. Tickets $25.
Mount Vernon · Wed Dec 23, 7pmJan23
Met Live in HD: La Fanciulla del West
Metropolitan Opera broadcast of Puccini's La Fanciulla del West at the Lincoln Theatre.
Mount Vernon · Sat Jan 23, 10amEvery year
Apr
Skagit Valley Tulip Festival
Month-long bloom season across Skagit Valley tulip fields, gardens and farms.
Mount Vernon · April (all month)May
Mount Vernon Farmers Market
Downtown riverfront market at the Waterfront Plaza between Gates and Main.
Mount Vernon · Saturdays 9am–2pm, mid-May–mid-OctJul
Skagit Valley Highland Games & Celtic Festival
Piping, Highland dance, Scottish athletics and sheepdog demos at the Skagit County Fairgrounds.
Mount Vernon · July (second weekend)Aug
Skagit County Fair
Annual county fair at the Skagit County Fairgrounds with livestock, rides and exhibits.
Mount Vernon · AugustOct
Skagit Valley Festival of Family Farms
Weekend when Skagit farms open to visitors for tours, tastings and activities.
Region-wide · Early OctoberGet outside
Parks, beaches, lakes & trails
Little Mountain Park
Forested city park with trails and a summit overlook of the Skagit Valley.
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Good to know
Local resources
City offices, libraries, chambers, transit and ferries.
| Resource | Type | Town | Phone |
|---|---|---|---|
| City of Mount Vernon | City / county | Mount Vernon | |
| Mount Vernon City Library | Library | Mount Vernon | |
| Skagit Valley Chamber of Commerce & Visitor Center | Chamber | Mount Vernon | |
| Skagit County Parks & Recreation | Parks | Region-wide | |
| Washington State Parks | Parks | Region-wide | |
| Island Transit (fare-free, Whidbey and Camano) | Transit | Region-wide | |
| Skagit Transit | Transit | Region-wide | |
| Washington State Ferries: Anacortes Terminal | Transit | Region-wide | |
| Washington 211 (community resource referrals) | Help line | Region-wide | 211 |
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