Events Calendar for the Mt. Rainier National Park Area

This bi-annual event turns the town of Packwood into a huge flea market, one of the largest in the Western US. Hundreds of vendors sell antiques, novelties, clothing, and all kinds of household and decorative items. Tools, toys, and extraordinary finds abound! Come join the fun!

Stare into the eyes or a moose or get within a few feet of a bison and much more during a morning ride on the wild side. Hop into the back of the keeper truck and experience the thrill of seeing these incredible animals up close as the keeper makes his rounds feeding the animals. Ends with a continental breakfast that includes Danish pastries, cold cereal, bagels with cream cheese, fresh fruit and beverages. Reservations are required.

Stare into the eyes or a moose or get within a few feet of a bison and much more during a morning ride on the wild side. Hop into the back of the keeper truck and experience the thrill of seeing these incredible animals up close as the keeper makes his rounds feeding the animals. Ends with a continental breakfast that includes Danish pastries, cold cereal, bagels with cream cheese, fresh fruit and beverages. Reservations are required.

Load your cameras, grab your equipment, bring extra film, and climb on board a Northwest Trek tram for a free-roaming area photo tour. From the tram you will see moose, mountain goats, bighorn sheep and more in Trek's 435-acre free-roaming area. Varying habitats provide natural backdrops for amateur to professional photographers. For AGES: 18 and up. Reservations are required.

Shine up your tentacles and slap on some slippery slime. There is enough wacky, wet & wild sluggy fun for everyone! Learn about the Pacific Northwest's most valuable and misunderstood mollusk- the yellow-greenish banana slug- through a fun filled day of sluggy activities for the whole family to enjoy.

Come dance in the outdoor tent with all your Crystal Mountain ski friends on the Alpine Inn lawn. It's a winter reunion in summer at the Snorting Elk/ Alpine Inn!

2:00-10:00 pm

A chance to see the animals at night, a narrated tram tour, games and other exciting activities makes our Family Camp a special adventure. Northwest Trek provides the campsite, snacks and a hot breakfast, a campers-only evening tram tour and naturalist-led activities. You bring your tent and camping supplies and dinner for Saturday night (or you can buy meals at our Forest Cafe). Reservations: Required. Please reserve your tickets online.

Stare into the eyes or a moose or get within a few feet of a bison and much more during a morning ride on the wild side. Hop into the back of the keeper truck and experience the thrill of seeing these incredible animals up close as the keeper makes his rounds feeding the animals. Ends with a continental breakfast that includes Danish pastries, cold cereal, bagels with cream cheese, fresh fruit and beverages. Reservations are required.

Surrounded by Alpine Peaks, celebrate Washington Wines with tastings, dancing to live music and tons of festivities on the Alpine Inn lawn under the party tent. Washington Wines only.

Load your cameras, grab your equipment, bring extra film, and climb on board a Northwest Trek tram for a free-roaming area photo tour. From the tram you will see moose, mountain goats, bighorn sheep and more in Trek's 435-acre free-roaming area. Varying habitats provide natural backdrops for amateur to professional photographers. For AGES: 18 and up. Reservations are required.

This year marks the 38th Annual National Handcar Races in Wilkeson! The day begins with a parade through town at 11AM with plenty of vendors and entertainment in the downtown corridor as well. The Seattle Cossacks, a motorcycle stunt team, will be there to perform at noon on Railroad Avenue. The handcar races take place at 12:30pm at Coke Oven Park on Railroad Avenue. There will also be lawn mower racing in between the handcar events. A beer garden and food is also available at the race track. There will be lots of fun for the entire family!

Discover for yourself our friendly, small town atmosphere. Enjoy the amazing sight of Mt. Rainier as you stroll down Cole Street, stopping at the Main Stage to listen to music on your way to the big toys and pony rides with the kids. Savor that gourmet ice cream cone or cotton candy as you peruse the many booths of wares where you are sure to find something that tickles your fancy.

Free Admission

10 am to 7 pm Friday and Saturday
10 am to 4 pm on Sunday

Stare into the eyes or a moose or get within a few feet of a bison and much more during a morning ride on the wild side. Hop into the back of the keeper truck and experience the thrill of seeing these incredible animals up close as the keeper makes his rounds feeding the animals. Ends with a continental breakfast that includes Danish pastries, cold cereal, bagels with cream cheese, fresh fruit and beverages. Reservations are required.

A chance to see the animals at night, a narrated tram tour, games and other exciting activities makes our Family Camp a special adventure. Northwest Trek provides the campsite, snacks and a hot breakfast, a campers-only evening tram tour and naturalist-led activities. You bring your tent and camping supplies and dinner for Saturday night (or you can buy meals at our Forest Cafe). Reservations: Required. Please reserve your tickets online.

This quasi-historical retrospective celebrates early 20th Century local events through music, explosions, romance, bear fighting, and croquet. World premiere August 3-The audience is invited to dress in period costume.

Tickets: Advanced: $10 adults, $5 children; At the door: $11 adults, $6 children

Creation is the world's largest Christian music festival featuring live music on five stages. All music genres are represented from fringe and indie to gospel, with big names including Switchfoot, Thousand Foot Crutch and The Newsboys. There are inspirational speakers, activities and music for all ages.

The 71st Annual Loggers'Jubilee has become "the Granddaddy of all Logging Shows" and a celebration for people of all ages. From the Main Street Parades to the Lawnmower Races, the world famous Logging shows to the Jubilee Queen Coronation, Morton's Loggers' Jubilee promises a good time for all.

Load your cameras, grab your equipment, bring extra film, and climb on board a Northwest Trek tram for a free-roaming area photo tour. From the tram you will see moose, mountain goats, bighorn sheep and more in Trek's 435-acre free-roaming area. Varying habitats provide natural backdrops for amateur to professional photographers. For AGES: 18 and up. Reservations are required.

Join in the fun at the longest running Fair west of the Mississippi at the Enumclaw Expo Center. Enjoy carnival rides, midway games, entertainment, 4-H animals and demonstrations, vendors, and much more!

Entrance fees to Mt. Rainier National Park are waived on these days in 2013: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (Jan 21), National Park Week (April 22-26), National Park Service Birthday (Aug 25), Public Lands Day (Sept 28) and Veterans Day weekend (Nov 9-11). Mark your calendar.

This bi-annual event turns the town of Packwood into a huge flea market, one of the largest in the Western US. Hundreds of vendors sell antiques, novelties, clothing, and all kinds of household and decorative items. Tools, toys, and extraordinary finds abound! Come join the fun!

This bi-annual event turns the town of Packwood into a huge flea market, one of the largest in the Western US. Hundreds of vendors sell antiques, novelties, clothing, and all kinds of household and decorative items. Tools, toys, and extraordinary finds abound! Come join the fun!

This is a truly WILD experience! Experience the thrill of the turbulent Elk "rut" or breeding season. Spend two action-packed hours riding the naturalist-guided tram through the Free-Roaming Area, following the elk herd and observing the unique behavior of the rut. Test your bugling skill and see if YOU can call in the herd. Breakfast will be served in the Hellyer Natural History Center located inside the free-roaming areaat the close of the tour. Menu* includes danish pastries, donuts, fresh fruit, bagels with cream cheeseand beverages.

Shop the post monsoon sale, meet world class climbers, watch mountain technique demonstrations, compete in the alpine games, eat BBQ and listen to music, and much, much more...

There are games for kids, book signings by famous authors and slideshows by mountaineering legends.

Entrance fees to Mt. Rainier National Park are waived on these days in 2013: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (Jan 21), National Park Week (April 22-26), National Park Service Birthday (Aug 25), Public Lands Day (Sept 28) and Veterans Day weekend (Nov 9-11). Mark your calendar.

Choose from a 5k or 8k run or a 5k walk and explore Northwest Trek's unique race setting, Saturday, October 6. Your registration fee helps support Northwest Trek programming and conservation efforts. Registration includes park admission and a race shirt.

Load your cameras, grab your equipment, bring extra film, and climb on board a Northwest Trek tram for a free-roaming area photo tour. From the tram you will see moose, mountain goats, bighorn sheep and more in Trek's 435-acre free-roaming area. Varying habitats provide natural backdrops for amateur to professional photographers. For AGES: 18 and up. Reservations are required.

Join us at the Enumclaw Expo Center for this German inspired beer festival that includes beer, brewing, brats and some Bavarian charm along with live music, lederhosen, dirndls and more! Be sure to stop by our Brewer's Lounge where you'll get a chance to meet some of the brewers of the beers on tap. You're going to love the brewing seminars, demonstrations and brewing display sponsored by Methow Valley Brewing Company where they'll demonstrate beer making and bottling beer.

Stare into the eyes or a moose or get within a few feet of a bison and much more during a morning ride on the wild side. Hop into the back of the keeper truck and experience the thrill of seeing these incredible animals up close as the keeper makes his rounds feeding the animals. Ends with a continental breakfast that includes Danish pastries, cold cereal, bagels with cream cheese, fresh fruit and beverages. Reservations are required.

Explore the park and observe the animals at night on a special tram tour. Games, crafts, prizes and treats add to the party atmosphere.

To ensure a happy Halloween, we ask adults not to wear masks or scary face-paint.

Stare into the eyes or a moose or get within a few feet of a bison and much more during a morning ride on the wild side. Hop into the back of the keeper truck and experience the thrill of seeing these incredible animals up close as the keeper makes his rounds feeding the animals. Ends with a continental breakfast that includes Danish pastries, cold cereal, bagels with cream cheese, fresh fruit and beverages. Reservations are required.

Load your cameras, grab your equipment, bring extra film, and climb on board a Northwest Trek tram for a free-roaming area photo tour. From the tram you will see moose, mountain goats, bighorn sheep and more in Trek's 435-acre free-roaming area. Varying habitats provide natural backdrops for amateur to professional photographers. For AGES: 18 and up. Reservations are required.

Entrance fees to Mt. Rainier National Park are waived on these days in 2013: Martin Luther King, Jr. Day (Jan 21), National Park Week (April 22-26), National Park Service Birthday (Aug 25), Public Lands Day (Sept 28) and Veterans Day weekend (Nov 9-11). Mark your calendar.

In celebration of Veterans Day on Friday, Nov. 11, Northwest Trek is offering free admission to all individuals who are currently serving or have honorably served in the U.S. military. Please be sure to bring your active military/veteran identification card, discharge papers, DD214s, or any other proof of honorable US military service with you to Northwest Trek.

Load your cameras, grab your equipment, bring extra film, and climb on board a Northwest Trek tram for a free-roaming area photo tour. From the tram you will see moose, mountain goats, bighorn sheep and more in Trek's 435-acre free-roaming area. Varying habitats provide natural backdrops for amateur to professional photographers. For AGES: 18 and up. Reservations are required.

Bundle up and bring your flock to Northwest Trek Wildlife Park during winter break this year for the fourth annual Winter Wildland celebration. Winter Wildland lasts from Dec. 26 to Jan. 1, so bring along any visiting friends and family. Watch animals throughout the wildlife park enjoy fun, winter-themed enrichments. Activities are FREE with park admission and appropriate for all ages.

Bundle up and bring your flock to Northwest Trek Wildlife Park during winter break this year for the fourth annual Winter Wildland celebration. Winter Wildland lasts from Dec. 26 to Jan. 1, so bring along any visiting friends and family. Watch animals throughout the wildlife park enjoy fun, winter-themed enrichments. Activities are FREE with park admission and appropriate for all ages.