Events roundup for the Lake Chelan Valley for Aug 1–15

CHELAN VALLEY — There’s never a shortage of events to add to your schedule in the Lake Chelan Valley, from kids activities to adults-only events, from farmers markets to civic engagement opportunities.

Here is a list of events coming up through the first two weeks of August, 2025, with a sampling from each community.

Manson Farmers Market

Wednesdays & Saturdays, Aug. 2–17 | 8:30 a.m. | Downtown Manson

The Manson Farmers Market is a small-town staple offering seasonal produce, baked goods, and handmade crafts. It’s held at the Manson Grange, 157 E Wapato Way.

Chelan Evening Farmers Market

Thursdays, Aug. 1, 8, 15 | 2–6 p.m. | Riverwalk Park, Chelan

Experience Chelan’s vibrant summer market with fresh produce, local vendors, music, and community spirit by the lake.

Ice Cream Social with Chelan-Douglas Land Trust

Friday, Aug. 1 | 6–8 p.m. | Saddle Rock Natural Area

This will be a relaxed gathering hosted by the Chelan-Douglas Land Trust to meet their new executive director. While the event is in Wenatchee, the Land Trust does maintain conservation interests in the greater Lake Chelan watershed. Families are of course welcome. Saddle Rock Natural Area is at 1200 Circle Street.

Lake Chelan Farmers Market

Saturdays, Aug. 3 & 10 | 8 a.m.–1 p.m. | Downtown Chelan (WaFd Bank parking lot)

This is the daytime downtown market with locally grown produce, artisan goods, and that classic Chelan summer energy. Come early so the line’s not too long for ice cream. WaFd Bank is at 101 E. Johnson Avenue.

Bloody Mary Sundays (21+)

Sundays, Aug. 4 & 11 | Morning | WineGirl Wines, Manson

Wrap up the weekend with a lakeside cocktail, brunch bites, and mellow vibes. 10 a.m. to noon at 222 Wapato Way.

Tipsy Trivia Nights (21+)

Mondays, Aug. 5 & 12 | Evening | WineGirl Wines, Manson

Form your team, think of a clever name, pour a glass, and test your knowledge at this laid-back local trivia night. $5 cash only buy-in. From 6:30–9 pm., 222 Wapato Way. You can RSVP at (509) 293-9679

Storytime at Entiat Public Library

Wednesdays, Aug. 7 & 14 | 11:15 a.m.–12:15 p.m. | Entiat Library

Stories, rhymes, and early literacy activities for toddlers and young kids. Free through NCW Libraries. The Entiat Public Library is at 14138 Kinzel Street.

Entiat Watershed Planning Meeting

Tuesday, Aug. 13 | 4–6:30 p.m. | Entiat Fire Station

Community members are invited to join local stakeholders in a public discussion about watershed health, water usage, and wildfire preparedness in the Entiat Valley. The Entiat Fire Station is at 2200 Entiat Way.

Andrew Simpson: 509-433-7626 or andrew@ward.media