Join us April 18-19th, 2026!
4th Annual Skagit Wood Expo & Marketplace
at the Skagit County Fairgrounds in Mount Vernon, WA
Special events at the 2026 Skagit Wood Expo!
Schedule is subject to change. Keep checking back for the latest!
SATURDAY BINGO BASH (Saturday 12pm - 2pm)
Join us for a fun-filled Bingo hosted by the Hospice of the Northwest Foundation! Free with your admission, grab one card per player and try your luck at winning one of 50 fantastic prizes.
“GOLDEN TICKET” SCAVENGER HUNT (all weekend)
Find golden tickets hidden throughout the event grounds to enter an hourly $50 prize drawing - the first drawing is at 10am daily! Free with admission.
CIRCUS SHOW (Saturday at 3pm)
A family friendly show with local circus performers - aerials, juggling, and more! Our annual circus show is held indoors in the event’s pavilion building. Free with admission!
SUNDAY CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT (Sunday at 10am)
Have fun and support the Hospice of the Northwest Foundation to raise vital funds for compassionate care. The cornhole tournament will begin Sunday April 19th at 10 a.m. at the Skagit County Fairgrounds lawn. Winning team receives a $150 prize!
Cornhole participants get free entry into the Skagit Wood Expo! Sign up at this link
LIVE WOOD AUCTION (Sunday at 12pm)
This year’s live auction will feature slabs, lumber, and other wood materials. This is a great opportunity for craftspeople to get unique and affordable wood specimens from the Pacific Northwest. Auction items will be available for viewing prior to the live auction.
Skagit Wood Expo & Marketplace 2026 General Event Information
Event Times
Saturday April 18th: 9am - 5pm
Sunday April 19th: 9am - 3pm
Event Location
Skagit County Fairgrounds, 510 Taylor St, Mount Vernon WA 98273 (map).
Parking is available on-site and in surrounding areas.
Admission
$10 Adults, $7 students and seniors, kids 12 and under free
Admission at gate (no ticket pre-sales)
In partnership with Hospice of the Northwest Foundation
The Skagit Wood Expo and Marketplace continues to partner with Hospice of the Northwest Foundation, based in Mount Vernon, WA. This invaluable local organization receives part of our expo proceeds to help fund care and services for the hospice patients they serve.
2026 Demonstrator & Vendor Highlights
Woodworking and Carving Demonstrations
Demonstrations will be happening continuously throughout the weekend
Northwest Washington Woodturners
NWW provides education and social support for woodturners in the Northwest Washington region. Their primary goal is to provide a forum for turners of all skill levels to exchange knowledge, ideas, and information about safe woodturning.
Northwest Corner Woodworking Association
The Northwest Corner Woodworkers Association was formed to promote high standards in woodworking craftsmanship and education, and to showcase the work of local woodworkers.
Live Woodcarving and Other Interactive Demos
Chainsaw Carving Demos
World-renowned carver Steve Backus and friends create intricate chainsaw sculptures during the event. Throughout each day, the featured carvers will transform logs and wood pieces into works of art!
Create Your Own Cedar Birdhouse (Saturday: 11am/1pm, Sunday: 1pm)
Create your own birdhouse with craftsman David Bridgman, owner of Bow Hill Millworks, as he guides you through the process. This hands-on demo is perfect for both beginners and experienced woodworkers, and the whole family can join.
Wood Identification Scavenger Hunt
Walk through the expo to find and learn about various wood species. Whatcom Women in Timber, a nonprofit dedicated to sustainable forestry and education, will be running this scavenger hunt. Visit their booth to learn about sustainable forestry practices.
2026 Sawmill and Equipment Demonstrations
See sawmills in action throughout the fairgrounds! More to be announced soon!
Wood-Mizer (LT50 bandsaw sawmill)
presented by Skagit Portable Sawmill
Mobile Dimension (portable sawmill)
presented by Mobile Dimension
Lucas Mill (slab mill)
presented by Jason Petrillo
Slabathor (robotic router sled)
presented by Slabathor: https://slabathor.com/
Shop in the Skagit Wood Expo Marketplace
There’s something for everyone! The diverse Marketplace at the Skagit Wood Expo features 50+ artisan vendors with high quality, handcrafted goods of all kinds.
Skagit Wood Expo Sponsors
Thank you for supporting this local community event!
Sound Cedar Lumber
Earthworks Tree Service
Bellingham, WA
Hardware Sales
Edensaw Woods
Wood-Mizer
About the Skagit Wood Expo & Marketplace
The Skagit Wood Expo and Marketplace is an event focused on showcasing locally sourced woodworking, lumber milling, and craftwork and the connections they form in our communities.
There’s something for everyone at this family-friendly event! In addition to live milling and woodworking demonstrations, the event also brings together over 50 local vendors (crafts, handmade goods, food products, and more), a live auction, and live entertainment including circus show with local performers.