What's Happening in Snohomish County in May? Spring is in full effect! Looking for fun things to do in May? You're in luck -- there are tons of cool things happening across nearly every community in the county! In this issue of the Visitor Newsletter, you'll find information about: Events in this issue include:
Aviation and More! Family Friendly Activities Festivals & Events Food & Beverage Events Performing Arts Shows Sporting & Outdoor Events For more information on these and other events, visit the Snohomish County Tourism Bureau events calendar. Looking for something specific? The online events calendar allows you to sort events by date, location or special interest by using the drop down search menus. Enjoy! Aviation & More! 5/20/17 Paine Field Aviation Day 5K Mukilteo - Aviation Day 5K 5/20/17 Saturday 7am - 10am http://aviationday5k.com/ Historic Flight Foundation Paine Field 10719 Bernie Webber Drive, Everett, WA 98204 Join the many runners who will be running along a live airport! Aviation Day 5K race is in conjunction with the 2017 Paine Field Aviation Days at Historic Flight Foundation at Paine Field. Have an opportunity to see planes up close and personal. Experience watching airplanes take off and land during the race. Enjoy a pancake breakfast and day packed with one-of-a-kind experiences. Runners and walkers of all ages are welcome! Everett - Paine Field Aviation Day 5/20/17 Saturday 10am - 5pm Flying Heritage Collection Paine Field Everett 425-388-5125 Ext 5
www.painefield.com Come and watch flying Warbirds, free flights for kids 8-17 years, aircraft on display, and Firefighters Pancake Breakfast. Enter at Flying Heritage Collection. Call for more details. $15 admission (per individual ages 10 and up) or $35 for a family pass. Everett - Tankfest NW 5/27/17 Saturday 9am - 4pm Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum 3407 109th Street SW, Everett, WA 98204 http://www.flyingheritage.com/templategeneric.aspx?contentid=98 Join the Flying Heritage & Combat Armor Museum for their sixth annual Tankfest NW event! You heard it right, Tankfest NW has been moved to Saturday in order to accommodate a larger show! Tankfest NW is back and it s bigger, badder, and fiercer than ever! Bring the family out to enjoy tanks, military vehicles, and artillery weapons. Family Friendly Activities 5/19/17 Xfinity Arena Sesame Street Live Elmo Makes Music Make memories that will last a lifetime by experiencing Snohomish County with your children. Smiles will be in large numbers at any of these wonderful family friendly activities. For a complete list of events geared towards families visit, http://www.snohomish.org/events-calendar?category=family. Monroe - Evergreen Spring Carnival and Homespun Spring Bazaar 5/5/17-5/7/17 Saturday 10am - 6pm; Sunday 11am - 5 pm Evergreen State Fairgrounds 14405 179th Ave SE, Monroe www.evergreenfair.org 360-805-6700 Evergreen State Spring Festival featuring food, entertainment, vendors, live music, animal shows, gun show, swap meet and more! Parking $5, free event admission.
Edmonds - Watershed Fun Fair 5/6/17 Saturday 11am - 3pm 95 Pine Street Edmonds, WA 98020 This year s theme is Singin in the Raingarden. Take a tour of Edmonds newest raingarden cluster (1:30-3pm), learn about fish, backyard wildlife habitat, soil, and water conservation and more, all geared towards learning how to protect Puget Sound. Dance like bees with Urban Farmer Lisa Taylor and her Garden Critter Academy at the pollinator dance party starting at 12:30pm. Held at Willow Creek Salmon Hatchery and Habitat Demonstration Garden, 95 Pine Street. Call 425.771.0227 for more information Mukilteo - Inspiring Hope Run and Kids Dash 5/13/17 Saturday 9am - 11am 10801 Kamiak High School, Mukilteo, WA 98275 http://www.inspiringhope.info/ Who Inspires You? This fully supported course is perfect for runners of all levels. You'll be traveling on a combination of sidewalks, coned running lanes and paved paths. USATF sanctioned event produced by a RRCA Certified Race Director. All profits from the 8th Annual Inspiring Hope Run will benefit the Komen Foundation. Everett - Sesame Street Live Elmo Makes Music 5/19/17 & 5/20/17 Friday at 10:30am ; Saturday at 10:30am, 2pm & 5:30pm Xfinity Arena 2000 Hewitt Ave, Everett, WA 98201 http://ev12.evenue.net/cgi-bin/ncommerce3/segeteventlist?groupcode=ssl&linkid=globaleverett&shoppercontext;=&caller;=&appcode;=&rs; Elmo, Abby Cadabby and friends teach children that everyone can make and enjoy beautiful music together. Like television s Sesame Street, each Sesame Street Live production features timeless lessons for all ages. Through the razzle-dazzle of this Broadway-quality musical production, children learn about patience, acceptance and teamwork. The universal appeal of a Sesame Street Live production continues long after preschool. Adults will appreciate the high-tech stagecraft, cleverly written scripts, and music they ll recognize and enjoy sharing with children. Tickets range from $19-$67. Groups of 10+ can save up to $5 on select price levels. Contact Kelly at 425.322.2629 or Mitch at 425.322.2609. Lynnwood - STEM Magical Mash-Up 5/26/17 Black Box Theater, 20310 68th Avenue West, Lynnwood 425-640-1448, www.blackboxedcc.org Magic? Illusion? Or is it just weird science? This fun all ages show performed by Edmonds Community College students introduces kids to the mysteries of science, technology and engineering through mind blowing illusions! 7pm. Tickets are free, but space is limited so reserve your seats online. Festivals & Events
5/5/17 Evergreen State Fairgrounds Cinco de Mayo Spring Carnival Get out and celebrate by attending these fun filled festivals and events. For a complete list visit our full calendar at http://www.snohomish.org/events-calendar?category=festivals. Monroe - Cinco de Mayo Spring Carnival 5/5/17-5/7/17 Friday 4pm - 7pm; Saturday 11am - 10pm; Sunday 11am - 7pm Evergreen State Fairgrounds, 14405 179TH AVE SE, Monroe, WA 98272 http://www.evergreenfair.org/calendar.aspx?eid=997 Enjoy carnival rides & games (Fri-Sun), shopping at the Homespun Bazaar (Sat-Sun) or the Chamber of Commerce's Vendor Market (Fri-Sun) for a variety of crafts and commercial vendors or find your treasure at the Indoor Swap Meet (Sat-Sun). Sit and watch the horses at the 4H spring horse show (Fri- Sun), peek at the 4H Rabbit Clinic (Sat) or attend the WAC Gun Show (Sat-Sun - admission required). Everett Rock & Gem Club's 64 th Annual Gem Show 5/6/17-5/7/17 Saturday 10am - 6pm; Sunday 10am - 5pm Everett Community College Student Fitness Center, 2206 Tower St, Everett www.everettrockclub.com Crystals and geodes, hourly door prizes, kid s activities, special exhibits, local dealers, demonstrations, and refreshments. Free admission, disabled access and free adjacent parking. Everett-Mother s Day Celebration by Mariachi Fiesta (Mexican Band) 5/15/17 Sunday 7pm - 12am 2911 Colby Ave, Everett, WA 98201 http://www.historiceveretttheatre.com/ Come join us for Mother's Day Celebration/Festival de Dia de la Madre with Mariachi Fiesta Mexicana
Band. "Mariachi Ayutla" is now based in Seattle but they began performing in Chicago in 2008 with 8 musicians in the group. Today they have 11 musicians in the band and they have a new CD to celebrate their fifth year Anniversary. Doors open at 6:00 PM. Shows at 7:00 PM and 10:00 PM, tickets starts from $25 - $ 35. Darrington - Rock Painting Night 5/16/17 Tuesday 6pm - 9pm River Time Brewing 660 Emens Ave, Darrington, Washington 98241 https://www.facebook.com/events/1912591085653108/ Paint as many river rocks as you'd like! Use the rocks to decorate your garden, your favorite hike, or your home. Painting supplies, rocks, and two pints of beer will be provided for every ticket. Snohomish - Sky Valley Motorcycle Show 5/21/17 Sunday 9am - 4pm 1 st Street, Downtown Historic Snohomish 360-568-7820, www.skyvalleybikeshow.com One of a kind motorcycles. Live music and vendors. T-shirts and pins available for purchase. Mill Creek - Memorial Day Celebration and Parade 5/29/17 Monday 10am - 12pm 15720 Main St, Mill Creek, WA 98012 http://cityofmillcreek.com/memorialday Join the Mill Creek community in honoring those who have died in active service to the United States. The parade starts at 10:30 a.m. down Main Street, ending at City Hall. It will wind down Main Street, starting at LA Fitness in the Mill Creek Town Center and ending at City Hall. The parade will highlight the veterans in the Mill Creek community and honor members of local families who died in service. Food & Beverage Events
5/13/17 Bothell Country Village Shops From the bold flavors of the local liquid arts to delicious treats that melt in your mouth, tempt your palate with these tasty activities this month as you explore Snohomish County s shopping areas. Find other shopping ideas at www.snohomish.org/explore/shopping. Bothell - Sparkling Stroll Wine & Prosecco Walk 5/13/17 Bothell Country Village, 23718 Bothell Everett Highway, Bothell 425-483-2250, www.countryvillagebothell.com Featuring over 15 Italian wines located throughout Country Village in our one-of-a-kind, locally owned shops. We will be featuring Prosecco at every shop, in addition to wine varietals at every stop. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door, BYOG (bring your own glass). 5-8pm. Tulalip - Tulalip Resort Mother s Day Brunch 5/14/17 Sunday 11:30am - 2pm Tulip Resort, 10200 QUIL CEDA BLVD, Tulalip, WA https://www.tulalipresortcasino.com/entertainment/orcaballroom?item=mothers_day_brunch Gourmet buffet, Specialty Stations, Welcome Martinis - Tickets $47 per adult and $23 per child. For reservations call: 360-716-6888 Stanwood - Spring Bazaar & Bake Sale 5/20/17 Saturday 10am - 4pm Stanwood Senior & Community Center 7430 276th St. NW, Stanwood 360-629-7403, www.stanwoodseniorcenter.org Spring Bazaar with crafts from local vendors.
Performing Arts Shows 5/12/17 Xfinity Arena Mercy Me Indulge in an evening with the performing arts. Select from the following shows, or peruse other selections at www.snohomish.org/explore/arts-history/performing-arts. Edmonds - Marc Cohn - 25th Anniversary Tour 5/5/17 Friday 7:30pm - 9:30pm The Edmonds Center for the Arts 410 Fourth Ave. North, Edmonds, WA 98020 http://www.edmondscenterforthearts.org/index Marc Craig Cohn is a winner of Grammy Award is a American Folk rock singer-songwriter and musician best known for his song Walking in Memphis. On March 25, 2016, in celebration of the 25th anniversary of his platinum-selling debut album, Marc proudly released Careful What You Dream: Lost Songs and Rarities and the bonus album, Evolution of a Record, featuring never-before-heard songs and demos dating back to years before his debut album and the Grammy Award that followed. Tickets for Adults- $25 to $64 and seniors- $26.10 to $57.60 Everett MercyMe 5/12/17 Friday 7:30pm - 10pm Xfinity Arena, 2000 Hewitt Ave, Everett, WA 98201 http://ev12.evenue.net/cgibin/ncommerce3/segeteventinfo?ticketcode=gs:everett:xae17:mercy:&linkid=globaleverett&shoppe MercyMe is an American contemporary Christian music band founded in Greenville, Texas. The band consists of vocalist Bart Millard, keyboardist James Bryson, percussionist Robby Shaffer, bassist Nathan Cochran and guitarists Michael Scheuchzer and Barry Graul. Tulalip - Tulalip Resort - George Lopez 5/19/17 Tulalip Resort,10200 Quil Ceda Blvd, Tulalip, WA
https://www.tulalipresortcasino.com/entertainment/orcaballroom George Lopez is an American comedian and actor. He is known for starring in his self-produced ABC sitcom George Lopez. His stand-up comedy examines race and ethnic relations, including Mexican American culture. Tulalip Resort Martin Short 5/26/17 & 5/27/17 Friday 7pm - 10pm ; Saturday 7pm - 10pm Tulalip Resort, 10200 Quil Ceda Blvd, Tulalip, WA https://www.tulalipresortcasino.com/entertainment/orcaballroom Comedian, Martin Short kicked off his career in the '70s and has since become a household name for comedy lovers around the world, thanks to his work on popular TV shows including "Saturday Night Live," as well mainstream movies such as "Three Amigos," Father of the Bride," and "Pure Luck." Similarly, Short won a Tony Award for Leading Actor in a Musical for the 1999 Broadway rendition of "Little Me." Sporting & Outdoor Events 5/6/17 Arlington Color Vibe 5K Whether you re participating or simply cheering others on, enjoy these family friendly sporting events. For a complete listing of sporting events, visit www.snohomish.org/events-calendar?category=sportingevents. Arlington - Color Vibe 5K 5/6/17 Saturday 9am - 2pm 114 N Olympic Ave, Arlington, WA 98223 http://www.thecolorvibe.com/arlingtonwa.php Get ready Arlington for the most colorful fun-filled day of your life! You'll have more color on you than your happy levels can handle! So get your friends and family stretched out for this amazing color blast event where you'll get blasted with color while you run the Color Vibe 5K. Color Vibe is here, and you're about to get tagged!
Everett - Snohomish Women s Run 5/7/17 Sunday 8am-1pm 3505 Lowell Snohomish River Road, Everett, WA 98201 http://snohomishwomensrun.com/ The Snohomish Women's Run offers races for the whole family. A Men's Division has been added with $20 out of each Men's Registration donated to Girls On the Run Snohomish County. Addition, to the women and men divisions, there is a Girl's Run for girls of elementary school age. The Girl's Run course is approximately 1K. This race will be held 20 minutes before the Snohomish Women's Run Half Marathon start. The race starts and finishes at Rotary Park in Everett. Bothell - 7th Annual Puget Sound Classic Basketball Tournament 5/13/17 & 5/14/17 Saturday & Sunday 8am - 6pm Lynnwood High School 18218 North Road, Bothell, WA 98012 http://www.yourwta.com/ Washington Tournament Association hosts a variety of youth basketball tournaments from October to July each year. 7th Annual Puget Sound Classic basketball tournament offers four game guarantee for boys and girls teams. Divisions include 3rd grade to high school teams. The tournament games will be played at Lynnwood High School, Bothell High School, Lakeside High School, Lakeside Middle School, and Shoreline Community College. The tournament is an AAU-Sanctioned basketball tournament. All players and coaches mush have a current AAU membership on file. Registration deadline is May 5, 2017. In 2016, this tournament had a record 158 basketball teams competing over the two days. Everett - USA Football Regional Development Camp 5/27/17 & 5/28/17 Saturday & Sunday 8am - 5pm Mariner High School 200 120th St SW, Everett, WA 98204 http://www.totalcamps.com/regionals/camps/seattle_regional_development_camp/_81 USA Football's Regional Development Camp Program features two days of competition, including individual drills, 1-on-1 training and 7-on-7 situations. This includes the opportunity to train with and learn from current NCAA coaches and former NFL players and coaches. The U.S. National Team Regional Development Camps are open to current sixth through 11th graders and provide athletes with development both on and off the field and the chance to be selected for the U.S. National Team program at their age level.
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