Lake Chelan Valley Events/Things to do - July 15-July 18

Chelan Evening Farmers Market:
July 15
CHELAN -  Chelan Thursday Evening Farmers market is open thru Oct. 28, with new hours 2-6 p.m. and has expanded into Riverwalk Park. With more than 20 vendors and two food trucks, browse fresh, locally grown produce and a variety of goods from local  artisans. Although this is a Farmer-centric market, there is so much more. Enjoy the entertainment, picnic on prepared food or fresh  fruit and vegetables. Per Health Department guidelines vendors will be masked and providing hand sanitizer throughout the market, for your safety.The market is located on the corner of S. Emerson Street and Wapato Avenue, near Riverwalk Inn and Riverwalk Park. For info: chelanfarmersmarket.org

Aces Wild Pro Rodeo: July 16, 17
CHELAN - Chelan Rustlers Saddle Club and Aces Wild Pro Rodeo have teamed up to bring the Professional Rodeo Cowboy’s Association (PRCA) rodeo to the Lake Chelan area for 2-nights on Friday, July 16 and Saturday, July 17, at 7:30 p.m. PRCA is the largest and oldest professional rodeo association and the recognized leader in Pro Rodeo. This means the bronc riders will be tougher, the bulls will be wilder and the entertainment value will be out of this world. Also planned for this year’s rodeo will be the McMillan Family Trick Riders, always a crowd favorite. These pro rodeo competitors are the real deal and a breed of their own. It’s sure a fun and exciting 2-nights of entertainment.  For ticket information: https://www.rodeoticket.com/rodeos/lake-chelan-pro-rodeo/2021/tickets

Apple Cup Open Golf Tournament: July 17-18
CHELAN - The Lake Chelan Men’s Golf Club will be hosting the 2021 Apple Cup Open Golf Tournament on July 17-18 at the Lake Chelan Golf Course. Golfers will compete in 2-player teams and the format is Best Ball competition on Saturday, July 17 and Combined Score on Sunday, July 18. This tournament includes Side Games, “Closest to the Pin” contests, a Horse Race, and Gross and Net payouts.  There will be up to 3 Net Divisions based on handicaps.  The payout amounts will be determined by the total number of teams entering the tournament. The cost for a 2-player team is $250.00 which includes Green Fees for both days.  Golfers must have an active GHIN and a USGA Handicap to participate.  Space is limited to the first 72 Teams (144 Golfers).  Practice rounds are available on Friday, July 16 prior to the tournament.  The tournament proceeds help support Chelan and Manson High School Student Scholarships, the Boy’s and Girl’s Golf Teams at Chelan High School, the Chelan Food Bank, Fire Victim Support, and other local charities. The Lake Chelan Men’s Golf Club welcomes donations to support a fundraising auction that will take place at the conclusion of the Golf Tournament. To register and pay the entry fee for the Apple Cup Open Golf Tournament visit www.chelangolfclub.com or contact John Hancock at johnhancock161@gmail.com.

Chelan Back the Blue:  July 18
MANSON - The next Back the Blue event will be held Sunday, July 18, 3-5 p.m., at Four Lakes Winery. The Lake Chelan Patriotic Singers will lead those attending in three songs to kick of the event and the Manson American Legion will present the Colors. Among the guest speakers will be Chelan County Sheriff Brian Burnett and Chelan County Commissioner Tiffaney Gering, Manson Chamber of Commerce vice-president Kim Ustanik,   Manson Community Council chair Kari Sorensen, and Chelan Mayor Bog Goedde, with opening prayer by Harvey Gjesdal, retired LEO. The event will be held in the new production building at Four Lakes and they encourage everyone to bring a lawn chair.

Music In The Park Summer Concert: July 18, August 1, 15, Sept. 5
CHELAN -  The Music in the Park Concert Series takes place the first and third Sunday of each month 6-8 p.m. at Riverwalk Pavilion on Lake Chelan and will feature: • July 18: Fort Vine, •  August 1: Deseo Carmin, • August 15: The Kevin Jones Band, and • Sept. 5: Band to be announced. For more information, historicchelan.org/events/music-in-the-park/
Outdoor Gallery
CHELAN -  The Lake Chelan Arts Council Outdoor Gallery brochure is available at the Lake Chelan and Manson Chambers of Commerce. Follow the Outdoor Gallery map to discover and enjoy over 40 murals and sculptures located throughout Chelan and Manson. For information about the Arts Council, local art events and artists, with links to  local and international art museums and other resources, their website, artinchelan.com, offers local artists and the community an opportunity to “Celebrate Art!”