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Join Us for the Annual Bird Fest Community Fair! A highlight of the festival season is back! We invite you to the Bird Fest Community Fair—a gathering for families, youth, and adults to celebrate birds, wildlife, and the beautiful Wenatchee Valley. Continuing our tradition of an extended schedule, the fair remains open later into the afternoon so you can head over straight from your morning birding field trips. Enjoy a full afternoon of art and nature activities, guided walks, and live music from local musicians. With a wide variety of artists and vendors on-site, there is truly something for everyone to enjoy. Help us give special thanks to our lead partner for Leavenworth Spring Bird Fest, NCW Audubon Society, and our 2026 Bird Fest Title Sponsor, Sleeping Lady Mountain Resort!

Leavenworth comes alive each May with music in the streets, dancers in traditional Trachten, blooming flowers, and the unmistakable joy of Bavarian celebration. For 55 years, Maifest has marked the arrival of spring in our mountain village — a cherished tradition that brings generations together to honor heritage, community, and the season of renewal. In 2026, we celebrate this milestone year with exciting new additions alongside the beloved customs you know and love. From the colorful Grand March down Front Street to the raising of our brand-new authentic Maibaum, Maifest blends Old World tradition with Northwest beauty in a way only Leavenworth can. Prost to spring, fresh mountain air, and 55 years of celebration — Willkommen to Maifest!

The traditional Maipole dance performed by the Tirolean Dancers of Oregon.

KINDERFEST is a high-energy, joy-filled experience packed with bubbles, balloons, sing-alongs, and dancing for all ages. Join Manuela and the Brew Belles as they yodel, wiggle, and boogie through favorites like the Chicken Dance and Baby Shark, with a live DJ keeping the fun going. A nd don’t worry—adults, you’ll be dancing too. Manuela’s KINDERFEST (Kids’ Program) FREE: Saturday, May 9, 3:00-4:00 PM @ the Festhalle Stage Plus Manuela’s evening concert FREE: Saturday, May 9, 7:00-8:30 PM @ the Festhalle Stage

Join Timothy Hagen and Nikolas Caoile in Canyon Wren for a program of dynamic music for flute and piano that explores the meaning of being an American at the 250-year mark. ​

We are very excited to welcome local author, [R.K. Benton](https://www.rkbentonwrites.com/) for presentation about her debut novel, [Of Hearts and Murder: A Cascade Shadows Mystery](https://images.booksense.com/images/501/286/9798993286501.jpg). Join us at the Leavenworth Public Library on Friday, May 8th from 5:30-7pm to meet the author, learn about her book, ask questions, and get a book signed. - 5:30pm: Meet & Greet with the Author - 6:00pm: Presentation Begins - 6:45pm: Q&A and Book Signing - 7:00pm: Event Closes This event is a special partnership with A Book for All Seasons and the Leavenworth Public Library (NCW Libraries).

This month's book: Last Night at the Telegraph Club by Malinda Lo. Pick up a copy in April from the library to be prepared for the meeting! Join us for curious and respectful conversations about books that have been banned or challenged across the decades. We'll discuss why the books have been banned, what we think about them, and what they have to tell us about the time in which they were banned and their relevance today. What you need to know: - Meetings will take place on the second Saturday of the month, January through May, 10-11am. - No long-term commitment required! Just sign up for the books you are interested in reading. - Register and stop by the library during the month prior for your copy of the book.

Grand March (parade) of townsfolk, entertainers, Royal Lady of the Autumn Leaves, and Bernese Mountain Dogs. The route will travel from 10th Street and Commercial Street to 8th Street, turn right and travel to Front Street, then turn right again to pass in front of the Gazebo where the entries will be announced and then end at the Festhalle, 1001 Front Street, where we will have a beer garden and live entertainment from Noon to 9:00 PM.

Our Summer Markets accept all Washington State food access currencies: Senior and WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program, SNAP EBT, SUN Bucks (Summer EBT), and SNAP Market Match. Visit the Manager Booth to redeem EBT and receive SNAP Market Match.

A fun family style 5k to benefit Cascade Medical Foundation, a two circuit 10k and a Four circuit half marathon - all right through the heart of Leavenworth's downtown and its riverfront trails.

The Leavenworth Winter Sports Club board meeting is the second Monday of the month and is held at