Exciting Leavenworth Events
Leavenworth is known for its stunning scenery, its Bavarian look, and for being the perfect place to visit any time of the year. The list of reasons as to why you should put a visit to Leavenworth and a stay in one of our Pine River Ranch retreats at the top of your vacation bucket list is a long one that includes the events and festivals we will be talking about today. Our annual events page will help you choose the perfect time of year for your Leavenworth getaway!
Before you mark your calendar, download our free Leavenworth Vacation Guide! It’s packed with details on annual events, top attractions, dining, and insider tips to help you plan the ultimate getaway to our charming Bavarian village. Let the adventure begin!
January
Winter Karneval
Taking place on weekends in January, our Winter Karneval celebrates the season paying homage to the German tradition known as Fasching. Offering live entertainment, hearty winter food and drink, and live ice carving shows, each night of the festival ends with a spectacular fireworks display that lights up the night sky.
February
Snowshoe Strolls at the Hatchery
Fridays are fun days in February, due in part to the Snowshoe Strolls at the Hatchery, bringing travelers a greater appreciation of the landscape in Leavenworth. Naturalists from the Leavenworth National Fish Hatchery take hikers on a one mile stroll along the Crescent River and although you need to provide your own winter clothing, snowshoes, gaiters, and poles are provided to attendees.
March
St. Patrick’s Day Fun
We love a parade, and the St. Patrick’s Day parade is one of our favorites, offering colorful (and by colorful, we mean green!) floats, marching bands, and the possibility of leprechauns.
April
BANFF Mountain Film Festival World Tour @ Festhalle
This film festival celebrates the outdoors with a series of films that explore outdoor adventures, filmmaking, and the environment.
May
Maifest
Occurring every weekend in May, the Maifest celebrates spring, may flowers, music, and chainsaws. Wait, did we say chainsaws? Yes, we did, with the third week of Maifest providing a Live Chainsaw Carving, we can promise that your May visit will surpass your expectations!
June
Touratech Rally West
Considered the largest gathering of motorcycle enthusiasts in the country (and yes, that includes Sturgis), Touratech Rally West celebrates everything motorcycle and offers rides that will change the way you look at the world forevermore.
July
4th of July and Kinderfest
July is destined to be your favorite time to visit Leavenworth, with Kinderfest celebrating children by offering a festival that includes nature walks and bouncy houses.
August
Alive After 5 Snap and Shop Art Walk
Offering a few of our favorite things including shopping, walking, and art, the Alive after 5 Snap and Shop Art Walk, an event that is quite self-explanatory.
October
The Iron Goat Trail
Halloween is one of our favorite holidays and although there are no artificially generated haunted houses in the area, the Iron Goat Trail is reputed to be very haunted, making October the best time to visit!
November
Village of Lights, Christmastown
Offering visits with Santa Claus, colorful lights, and a variety of themed events that are sure to tire you out, as the mercury drops, your adventures will remain popular and fun.
December
Christmas Light Festival
COVID changed the way we do things, but the Christmas Light Festival deserves to have your undivided attention. Our Bavarian style town shines bright when decked out in its holiday attire.
Every Annual Event Will Be Your Favorite
Every annual event promises to add that extra oomph to your getaway. Reserve your favorite holiday retreat today and explore all the annual events we have to offer!