Every community has a personality all its own – La Conner is no different. We’re quite small, we’re often quirky, we’re committed to our art and our water and our history and our landscape, and our community is full of smart and hardworking people who all help make this little town a very special place to live … and visit! We hope you enjoy our Channel Chatter Blog!

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Get Ready For Great Tasting Brew – Get Ready For Brew On The Slough

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Mark your calendar for Saturday, October 21st because that’s when all the fun begins. The festivities start at 5pm and go until 8pm. Tickets on sale now!
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New Owner Brings Exciting Changes to Salon Rouge!

Visitors who have been coming to La Conner for years remember the charm of the Tillinghast Nursery and gift store at the entrance to La Conner – these days the original 1890’s structure has been transformed into a delightful grouping of businesses including Salon Rouge. The charm on the outside of the building is just the beginning, however.  Welcome to Salon Rouge where beauty comes from the inside out! 

Explore all that “MoNA” - The Museum of Northwest Art Makes Possible

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Three Upcoming MoNA Shows Open October 14th & Run Thru January 7th!
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Benton Street Retreat

601 S. Fourth St. | La Conner | (360) 708-5728 | Book Online

Enjoy the Best of Both Worlds - Hilltop View of Valley Farms and 3 Blocks to Center of Town. Enjoy panoramic views and the peace and quiet of the "morning deck" looking east off the bluff and enjoy the small town ambience of the town's historic district just steps away.

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Heron Inn & Day Spa

117 Maple Ave. | La Conner | 360-399-1074 | Book Online

The style of our country inn combines the relaxed feeling of French Country living with the elegance of craftsman style furnishings.

Katy's Inn Bed and Breakfast

503 S. Third Street | La Conner | 360-466-9909 | Book Online

Katy's Inn is an historic Bed and Breakfast built in 1876. It has an attractive location just a few blocks from 3 local museums, and most downtown shops. Enjoy Free WiFi and several common areas for small groups and top it off with a gourmet two-course breakfast each morning.

La Conner Country Inn

107 S. 2nd St | La Conner | 360-466-3101 | Book Online

Our charming Country Inn has spacious rooms with gas fireplaces and multiple event spaces located right in the heart of town. Enjoy our complimentary continental breakfast, afternoon cookies and coffee, Wi-Fi & parking. We also offer a select number of dog friendly rooms for your furry family.

An Amazingly Creative Experience – Art’s Alive 2017

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For a truly unique experience and an exploration into a wide variety of creativity consider attending Art’s Alive in La Conner Washington this November 3rd 4th and 5th

Plan Your Fall Getaway 2017 to La Conner

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Come celebrate autumn with us in La Conner and discover why La Conner is voted year after year the “best weekend getaway Washington state“!
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The Festival of Family Farms October 7th & 8th

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The fall season is really a special time of the year in the Pacific Northwest especially with one particularly unique event which highlights the beautiful farmlands surrounding La Conner and all around Skagit County.
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Attend The 20th Anniversary Celebration Of The Quilt Museum Oct 6th & 7th

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The Pacific Northwest has so much to offer in terms of art and culture. This is especially true when it comes to the PNW Quilt & Fiber Arts Museum in La Conner Washington!

La Conner Wedding - A Local Destination Wedding

We were considering a destination wedding in Mexico, when an all-local wedding idea popped in our heads.  Get married locally, serve food grown in the Valley, and support our town and local businesses.  Why fly to Mexico when we can keep our money in our community!
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Pioneer Market

416 Morris St. La Conner, WA 98257 360.466.0188

Full-line supermarket, deli sandwiches, great wine selection, specialty cheeses, soups, hot foods, salads, bakery, and homemade goodies! Hardware supplies, cafe, clothing, and more.

WhyWeLoveSkagit Team at Coldwell Banker Bain Real Estate

Don Elliott – 360-707-8648 George Roth – 360-707-1431

Residential and Commercial Real Estate Sales in La Conner and the Skagit Valley

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Bayshore Office Products, Inc.

603 Commercial Ave Anacortes, WA 98221 360-293-4669 / 800-221-2124

Cedarbrook Studio

Call: 802.274.6941

Custom Bookkeeping Solutions, LLC

360-224-6776

EcoMedica

Dr. Susan Marra 15060 Fir Island Rd.  Mt. Vernon,…

Enchanted Locks Hair Design

503 Morris St. La Conner, WA 98257 360.824.0267

GalleryW

101 N. 1st Street Suite 6 La Conner, WA  98257 360.399.1570 WEBSITE GalleryW…

Gifts & More at Island County Hospital

1211 24th St. Anacortes, WA  98221 360.299.1368

Heritage Flight Museum

15053 Crosswind Dr. Burlington, WA 98233 360.424.5151

Located less than 10 miles from La Conner at the Skagit Regional Airport, the Heritage Flight Museum is dedicated to the preservation and flying of historic military aircraft, honoring veterans and to keeping history alive!

Island Hospital

1211 24th Street Anacortes, WA 98221 360-299-1300

KAPS/KBRC Radio

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2029 Freeway Dr. Mount Vernon, WA 98273 (360) 424-0660

La Conner Medical Center

528 Myrtle Street La Conner, WA 98257 360/466.3136

La Conner Sunrise Food Bank

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Masonic Lodge (Behind the Methodist Church on S. Second St.) La Conner, WA 360.466.3277
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Clayton James: Art and Archives

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MoNA celebrates the life and work of Clayton James (1918 - 2016), with an exhibition of art and photographs from the permanent collection and selections from archives recently donated to the museum.
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Wild Iris Inn

121 Maple Avenue | La Conner | 360-466-1400 | Book Online

A charming and intimate country inn featuring in-room jetted tubs, fireplaces, king beds and private decks or balconies. Rooms include a full two-course breakfast.

COA Mexican Eatery

214 Maple Ave La Conner, WA 98257 360.466.0267

Farmhouse Restaurant

13724 La Conner-Whitney Road Mount Vernon, WA 98273 360-466-4411

Fork at Skagit Bay

513 S. 1st St. La Conner, WA  98257 360.399.1297 Open:…

Hellams Vineyard Wine Shop & Wine Bar

109 N. 1st Street La Conner, WA 98257 360-466-1758

La Conner Coffee Company

604 South First St La Conner, WA  98257 360.466.4161

There’s something special about walking into a shop that is housed in a historic building, boasts the best fresh roasted local coffee in town and serves Umpua ice cream!

La Conner Ice Cream Tower

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104 N. First St. La Conner, WA 98257 360-319-4404

La Conner Sips Wine Bar & Bottle Shop

608 South First St. La Conner, WA 98257 360-610-9773

An eclectic selection of wines and craft beers by the taste, glass and bottle to go. Generous "small plates" to pair with wine or enjoy as a light meal in a fun atmosphere with an emphasis on fast, friendly and safe service.

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La Conner Tea Co.

On-line luxury tea 360.333.2530
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Picture Yourself in La Conner this Summer!

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Looking for a fun family getaway this summer? Look no further than La Conner, Washington located in the beautiful Skagit Valley. La Conner is a tiny waterfront town with no street lights, no speed limits over 25 mph, and lots of sights within walking distance from your hotel or B&B!

La Conner Yacht Sales

611 Dunlap St. La Conner, WA 98257 360.466.3300 or 800.232.8879

Ladders Clothing & Co.

609 South 1st St. La Conner, WA OPENING SOON!

Nell Thorn Restaurant and Pub

116 S. First St.  La Conner, WA 98257 360.466.4261 Open…

Northwest Veterinary Clinic of Mount Vernon

14410 Bradshaw Rd. Mount Vernon, WA 98273 360.424.4054

PNW Exploration - EBike Rentals

  360.399.8964 WEBSITE Premium electric bike rentals…

Latitude - Longitude La Conner

509 S. 1st Street La Conner, WA  98257 425.233.1923 Website Specializing…
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Museum of Northwest Art (MoNA)

121 S. First St. La Conner, WA 98257 360.466.4446

The Museum features revolving exhibitions, a permanent collection and education programs focusing on art of the Pacific Northwest. MoNA strives to collect, preserve, and interpret the art of the Northwest, with a growing collection of art including more than 2,500 contemporary art objects from the early 1900s to the present day.

Nasty Jack's Antiques

103 Morris St. La Conner, WA 98257 360-466-3209
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RoozenGaarde

15867 Beaver Marsh Rd Mount Vernon, WA 98273 360.424.8531/866-488-5477

Sacred Cedar Co.

128 S. 1st Street (waterside of the Pier 7 Building) La…

Sempre Italiano

605 S. 1st Street La Conner, WA 98257 360-466-1013
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Step Outside

101 S. First St. La Conner, WA 98257 360-466-3397
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San Juan Cruises

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355 Harris Ave #104 Bellingham, WA 98225 (360) 738-8099/ 800-443-4552

Sign Pro

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Sign Pro 224 Stewart Road, Suite 160 Mount Vernon 98273 360-848-8888

Skagit Publishing

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Skagit Publishing 1215 Anderson Road Mount Vernon, WA 98274 Main Office: 360-424-3251

Trumpeter Gallery

610 S. First St. La Conner, WA 98257 360-420-3624

17th Annual La Conner Classic Saturday August 5th, 2017

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The La Conner Classic Boat and Car Show presents an opportunity to share our American heritage with you and your family on the first Saturday of August.
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La Conner Live! 2017 Concert Series

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Sunday’s beginning Memorial weekend through Labor Day weekend there will be free, live outdoor music from 1 to 4 pm in Gilkey Square.

Wood Merchant (The)

709 S. First Street La Conner, WA 98257 360-466-4741

The Wood Merchant is an all woodworking gallery featuring 100% American Made products. For 30 years The Wood Merchant has showcased the extraordinary works of local craftsmen and offers products from small spinning tops to custom dining sets and everything in between.

Tillinghast Seed Company of La Conner

P.O. Box 488 Friday Harbor, WA 98250 360-378-3601

Waterfall Gallery

701 S. 1st Street La Conner, WA  98257 360.399.1202 WEBSITE Northwest…

Living the "SWEET" Life - Annual Fundraiser Supporting the Town Flower Baskets

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Join us Thursday June 1st from 5:30 - 7:30pm at Maple Hall in La Conner! This year the La Conner Chamber of Commerce will be hosting an Ice Cream Social, Dessert Auction and Silent Auction. Fun for the whole family - all are welcome... Thank you to all of our basket sponsors, the Town of La Conner, La Conner Public Works, Channel View Farms and Greggory Westover!

La Conner Daffodil Festival Photo Contest Is On!

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The finalists have been selected. Now it's your time to vote…

Listen to, Play, and Shop for the World's Finest Handmade Instruments at the La Conner Guitar Festival May 12-14

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Nestled on the bank of the Swinomish Channel at the edge of the idyllic farm lands of the Skagit Valley in the great state of Washington, the town of La Conner has been host to some of the world's famous artists, poets, and authors. With such a history steeped in the arts, we couldn't think of a better place to showcase the Art of Lutherie with some of the finest luthiers in the world.
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Skagit Valley Tulip Festival 2017

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The Display Gardens will be open until May 7th!!! Welcome to the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival 2017! While last winter the tulips graced us early with their blooms, this colder winter means tulip blooms will be in peak bloom more toward the middle of April. The good news is the La Conner Daffodil Festival photo contest will be extended to April 14th and you may be viewing daffodil blooms instead of tulip blooms if you come early!
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This Saturday is the 2017 Dandy Daffodil Tweed Ride!

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Join us in La Conner, among the daffodil fields of Skagit Valley Washington, for a dashing bicycle ride with a bit of style. It's a perfect place to be planted and a beautiful place to bloom. Tally-ho!
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Spring Getaway 2017 - Imagine Spring in La Conner!

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When you visit La Conner in the spring, there is a variety of things to do for all ages; of course the blooms (both daffodil and tulip). The fun continues...kayaking, bike riding, visiting museums or strolling along the boardwalk. Good times - guaranteed! #LoveLaConner

La Conner Daffodil Festival 2017 Photo Tours

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La Conner is at the center of the Annual Daffodil Festival. As…

Stage Door Canteen Dinner Dance

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Join the Skagit County Historical Museum and the La Conner Daffodil Festival for a swinging good time! Come dance the night away to Dina Blade and Swingin’ in the Rain Jazz Band, a Northwest favorite that will get you up dancing and leave you wanting more! Dress the part! Get ready for an evening of infectious fun, spontaneity and a hint of red, white and blue... Tickets available to purchase on-line - February 11th.

Hikes, Dining and Must- Do Things for La Conner Daffodil Festival

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by Angela Strand of NW Healthy Mama Daffodils seem to smile,…

Experience a "Heart Warming Winter" in La Conner

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The holiday season is over but don't pout - this is "your" time! Relax and enjoy... Perhaps a renewing day-trip or overnight excursion to La Conner is just the ticket for a winter getaway in 2017. We have lots of fun things to do and see – whether you’re in need of a cozy fireplace and a warm drink, a little shopping for YOU this time, or a walk along our boardwalk in the fresh/crisp air, we’re just the place. Check out the upcoming events and activities in La Conner!
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Smelt Run is Back!

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Welcome to the historic waterfront village of La Conner, Washington. We encourage you to see what makes this area unique. We are known for our friendly people, diverse communities, cultural attractions including three museums & outdoor sculpture exhibits, locally owned boutiques & galleries, and an environment of mountains, farms, rivers, islands and the Salish Sea. Adventures from the relaxing to the exhilarating are yours, all in a setting of stunning natural beauty. Come visit and stroll the village! Let us show you why we truly are the heart of the Magic Skagit Valley and the finest waterfront village in Washington State. Run the Race and Stay the Weekend!

La Conner Daffodil Festival 2017

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UPDATE: PHOTO CONTEST EXTENDED TO APRIL 17th! You all have heard about the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival right? While the tulips are our most famous blooms, there’s nothing quite as wonderful as entire fields of bright, cheery daffodils against our Mt. Baker backdrop. It’s just so beautiful in March with the Daffodils blooming and there are so many fun events and exhibits in La Conner during March. If you can’t make it to Skagit Valley Tulip Festival in April, skip the crowds and join us in March this year for the La Conner Daffodil Festival 2017!

La Conner - Your Perfect Home Base for Birdwatching in Skagit Valley!

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La Conner Birdwatching - The perfect home base for bird-watching in the Skagit Valley. You have over 16,700 acres of Skagit Wildlife Area to bird-watch! Swans by the hundreds and snow geese by the tens of thousands, from their mating grounds in Alaska and Siberia, have arrived to spend the winter in wetlands and farm fields around La Conner and the Skagit Valley.

Stompin Grounds Coffee Co.

603 Morris St. La Conner, WA 360.399.1079

"Social" Studies... #LoveLaConner on Social Media

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In this day and age there are many ways to communicate! We pride ourselves on keeping the Love La Conner website up to date and filled with the most current information. We want to make it as easy as possible for you to experience our historic "tiny town" and to #LoveLaConner as much as we do...
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Plan Your Holiday Getaway 2016 to La Conner!

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You will love the holidays in La Conner! La Conner is a perfect Washington state weekend getaway for the holidays whether you are looking for romantic getaways in Washington State or an award winning tiny town getaway! La Conner takes you back to a time without stop lights and traffic, without crowds and busy parking lots. The iconic orange “Rainbow Bridge” will be lit up this year along with the rest of our tiny town!

Art's Alive! 2016 - 32nd Annual Art Festival in La Conner

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Art's Alive weekend (November 4-6) is the perfect time to getaway to La Conner! Get a jump on your holiday shopping with an original gift of art for your loved ones. Book a room now, and make it a great weekend filled with art, music and nature!

La Conner Beer Festival – Brew on the Slough 2016

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La Conner is the kind of town where you can walk and enjoy one-of-a-kind shops, art galleries, a variety of cuisines including our very own brewery all in a two blocks.

Washington State Fall Getaway 2016 – Celebrate Autumn in La Conner!

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Kick off your Washington State Fall Getaway 2016 with a road trip to La Conner, just 60 miles North of Seattle and 60 miles South of the Canada/US border. Stroll our tiny town on the boardwalk and enjoy our museums, art galleries, restaurants, and wildlife along the Salish Sea waters. Here’s a list of events and happenings going on in La Conner in Autumn!

John Wayne's First Yacht Now in La Conner - Norwester Museum Tour

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John Wayne returns to the Pacific Northwest! The Norwester, John Wayne’s first yacht, is a piece of our own history officially anchored as of July 9, 2016 in beautiful La Conner, Washington. The 76-foot yacht has been renovated and restored as a museum, showcasing items owned by “the Duke” as well an assortment of antiques and actual props used in his movies. Visit the Norwester and experience a “live” time capsule of Washington’s shared history with the legendary actor and producer John Wayne. “Tomorrow hopes we have learned something from yesterday.”

Spend 4th of July 2016 in La Conner Washington!

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Bring your family to the magic Skagit Valley and spend the weekend in historic La Conner enjoying an old fashioned 4th of July. Drive in for the day or stay the weekend at one of La Conner's charming lodging options. Cruise in with your boat and moor at the Port of Skagit premiere destination marina. Parade, Fireworks, Beer Garden and FREE outdoor concert with nationally renowned electric 6 string violinist Geoffrey Castle, his all-star band, and opening the show La Conner’s own Terry Nelson and Friends!

Summer Getaway 2016 - La Conner Washington

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We love the long days of summer in La Conner! With more beautiful "magic Skagit" daylight hours, there’s more time to play – and in a valley like ours there are so many opportunities for your summer getaway 2016 from mountains to sea. The best weekend getaway Washington State welcomes you this summer with our new boardwalk, a new kayak shack right on the water, and guided eco-tours!

La Conner Classic Boat & Car Show - August 6, 2016

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Make La Conner your summertime destination on Saturday, August 6th for the 16th annual La Conner Classic 2016 Boat and Car Show. Join us at the La Conner Marina and view classic cars and motorcycles, plus classic yachts, working boats and collector boats Pancake Breakfast, food vendors, raffle prizes and more - fun for the entire family! We are still seeking participants - click the link to find registration forms.
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2016 La Conner Daffodil Festival Photo Contest

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Visit the La Conner Daffodil Festival Facebook page and vote! //…

Skagit Valley Tulip Festival 2016

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La Conner is ready for your Skagit Valley Tulip Festival 2016 visit! Not only because all sorts of tulip festival events, art exhibits and happenings are going on, but also because in March we celebrate the La Conner Daffodil Festival. Because of our warmer than normal winter, the Daffodils started blooming early, and we are expecting the tulips to be at their peak during the Daffodil Festival and into the first two weeks of April!

Tulip Festival Parade 2016

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Skagit Valley Tulip Festival Fun & Wacky Side Will you…

Skagit Tulip Festival Photo Tours 2016

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Guest Post by Andy Porter Skagit Tulip Festival Photo Tours…
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Tulip Festival Activities For Kids

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Should I bring my kids to the Tulip Festival? Would they be bored? What could we do as a family? Those are great questions, and I think I can help! With a little planning, your stay will be enjoyable for all members of your family. The tulip fields are an amazing place for kids to explore, and there are many Tulip Festival 2016 activities for kids.

This Saturday! The Dandy Daffodil Tweed Ride – La Conner Daffodil Festival 2016

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Where the daffodils are Dandy and the Dress is Tweed The La…

Plan Your Spring Getaway 2016 to La Conner!

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Are you planning a spring getaway and looking for things to do? The Skagit Valley has experienced a very mild winter and the daffodils are blooming! March and April are full of fun events and activities capped of with the La Conner Daffodil Festival and the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival. Imagine all the possibilities!

La Conner Daffodil Festival Photography Tours 2016

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By guest blogger Andy Porter Each spring the flats of Skagit…

51st Smelt Derby Family Festival

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Come join us in celebrating the La Conner Rotary Club’s…

Winter Getaway 2016 - Heart Warming Winter in La Conner

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The holidays are over and it’s time to sit back and relax a little bit. Plan your La Conner Winter Getaway 2016 with our January Events and Happenings. After all, you’ve probably been rushing around since before Thanksgiving!

La Conner Daffodil Festival 2016

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You all have heard about the Skagit Valley Tulip Festival right? While the tulips are our most famous blooms, there’s nothing quite as wonderful as entire fields of bright, cheery daffodils against our Mt. Baker backdrop. It’s just so beautiful in March with the Daffodils blooming and there are so many fun events and exhibits in La Conner during March. If you can’t make it to Skagit Valley Tulip Festival in April, skip the crowds and join us in March this year for the La Conner Daffodil Festival 2016!

Season of Giving 2015 Shopping Event with a Heart!

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This year will be the seventh year for La Conner’s Season of…
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Lighted Boat Parade - La Conner 2015

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"Christmas in the Islands" WHERE: La Conner, Washington, for…

Jingle "Belles" Ladies Night - December 10th

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Plan a shopping getaway to La Conner on December 10th from 5-7pm. Picture yourself strolling down the boardwalk along the Salish Sea with Holiday lights sparkling on trees and boats!

Holiday Roadtrip 2015 - The Snowgeese and Holidays are Here!

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We, and the Snowgeese, welcome you to La Conner during this holiday…

Art's Alive! 2015 - 31st Annual Art Festival!

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Art's Alive! 2015, hosted by the La Conner Arts Commission, regional…

Boneshaker Metric 2015 - 4th Annual Fall Bike Fest!

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Come join our crowd of creepy creatures for a fun and spooky…

La Conner Beer Festival - Brew on the Slough 2015

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La Conner is the kind of town where you can walk from the old-time tavern to the cool restaurant featuring live music to top reviewed foodie spots and then to our very own brewery all in two blocks. You can choose to walk the sidewalk or the boardwalk with Salish Sea waters softly rolling over the shoreline rocks below. What better place for a beer festival! La Conner Beer Festival – Brew on the Slough 2015 is happening on Saturday, October 17th!