The Wenatchee Valley attracts visitors and new residents each year because of our area's abundant outdoor activities, (link to the outdoor recreation section of the things to do page) natural beauty, (link to the photo gallery) and low-cost energy (link to the demographics page.)

Entertainment in the Valley is another perk--whether it be live jazz playing at Shakti's or McGlinn's, a theatrical production at the Bank of America Performing Arts Center,  or a concerto held at Sleeping Lady Mountain Retreator at the Icicle Creek Music Center.

Annual Festivals bring our community together while drawing visitors from throughout the Pacific Northwest.

Washington State Apple Blossom Festival The Washington State Apple Blossom Festival is an independent organization and is the oldest major festival in the state of Washington. Born in 1919 the Festival now draws thousands of visitors from around the world the last weekend in April through he first weekend in May. 

Mariachi Festival

Each year in April the North Central Washington Hispanic Chamber of Commerce sponsors a Mariachi Festival. Members of the famous Mariachi Sol De Mexico conduct musical workshops for students and a weekend of concerts.

Fiestas Mexicanas

Fiestas Mexicanas attracted a bicultural crowd of around 6,000 individuals celebrating Mexican Independence day each fall.

Shopping

The Wenatchee Valley is North Central Washington's shopping destination. Peruse locally-owned and operated stores and boutiques in historic Downtown Wenatchee or hit the Wenatchee Valley Mall, home to over 50 stores.