Updated 06/21/2010
Winthrop Special Events
Artisan Market Sundays 10AM - 2PM May 30th through September 26, 2010.
Come join us Sundays in the Winthrop Park!
Local Produce, Orginal Art, Hand-Crafted Goods,Food, Fun and More!
Visit http://www.winthropmarket.com.
Cutthroat Classic August 28, 2010
Possibly the most incredible views you could ever have on a trail run!
The Cutthroat Classic is a 11.1 mile trail run through the North Cascades, following the Pacific Crest Trail and over Cutthroat Pass. This race is limited to 225 runners and sells out every year. Don't wait to register!
Visit http://www.mvsta.com/summer/cutthroat.html for details.
23rd Annual Rhythm & Blues Festival July 16 - 18, 2010
Washington Blues Society BB Award, Winner for BEST BLUES FESTIVAL Inland Empire Blues Society Award and Winner for BEST BLUES EVENT!
At the Blues Music Awards in Memphis 5/6/10-the blues world's Grammy Awards- the Winthrop Festival lineup was well represented in the winners' circle. Portland vocalist/harmonica ace Curtis Salgado won for Male Soul-Blues Artist of the Year. Guitarist Debbie Davies won for Traditional Blues Female Artist of the Year. And Stanley Dural, AKA Buckwheat Zydeco won for Best Instrumentalist (other-accordion) of the year. It's been a BIG year for Buckwheat, who in January, after being nominated for five Grammies in three different categories over the years, won the Grammy for Best Cajun-Zydeco Recording.
Check out these world-class blues men and women at Winthrop, July 16-18
Visit http://www.winthropbluesfestival.com/.
The Methow Chamber Music Festival. Thursday, July 29 through Saturday, August 7, 2010.
2010.... A SEASON TO LOOK FORWARD TO... and our second in a world-class venue with sound that resonates. 2009... a crowd pleasing success, with thrilling programs, hot-blooded talent, and a venue that is a feast for both the eyes and ears. The festival has passed a major milestone in its journey to be the important national festival that its caretakers want it to be.
Longtime Northwest favorite pianist, Craig Sheppard, said, "Kevin (Krentz, Artistic Director) has really something special here. You can just feel it, this is the beginning of a major happening." With multiple standing ovations at each of the main concerts, he was clearly not the only one feeling that energy.
Visit http://www.methowmusicfestival.org for details.
12th Annual North Cascade Fiddler's Contest August 28, 2010
Oldtime fiddling is a living folk art, one of the last. Some of these old tunes are 300 years old and have been passed down from generations. Where else could you see a kid playing a tune in 2010 that his great-grandpa played in 1902? The music is learned by ear, not sheet music. The oldtime fiddling harks back to when music wasn't made by celebrities, but by your uncle and neighbors. At a fiddle contest there are no "stars" kept separate back stage. You can meet and greet some of the best fiddlers in the world here. It's just a different music scene.
Visit http://www.methownet.com/fiddle/for details.
Methow Valley Rodeo September 5 - 6, 2010
A Family Fun event at our local rodeo grounds!
Check back for more details.
34th Annual Winthrop Auto Ralllye September 10 -11, 2010
Celebrating our 34th anniversary, the Winthrop Auto Rallye continues the tradition of excellence by presenting the "Winthrop Cup" for Best in Show for 2009. Judging will be performed by representatives with knowledge and expertise in fields relative to the following automotive classes:
Best Antique (pre 1940) - 1st & 2nd places
Best Classic (1940-1970) - 1st & 2nd places
Best Rod - 1st & 2nd places
Best Tractor - 1st & 2nd places
Best Truck - 1st & 2nd places
Best Work in Progress - 1st & 2nd places
Best Special Interest - 1st & 2nd places
Best of Show - People's Choice - the Famed Winthrop Cup
Visit http://www.winthropwashington.com/autorally.html for details.
Christmas at the End of the Road November 26 - 27, 2010
Celebrate in Winthrop!
This magical holiday celebration begins Thanksgiving weekend and marks the beginning of the Christmas season for the Methow Valley citizens and it's many visitors. Family and friends come from afar to join in and share this wondrous time of year.
For more information: events@winthropwashington.com
1-888-463-8469
Area Happenings!
Watercolor Lessons with Artist Paula Christen
Explore your creativity with successful watercolor artist Paula Christen at her Winthrop studio.No prior painting or drawing experience is required! All materials provided. Visit www.paulachristen.com or call Paula at 509-996-2598 for details.