Upcoming community events

Paint and Stroll

Fri · 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM

Meet at the gazebo at 1:30pm. Paint and Stroll will last ~1hour Free! Donations are appreciated Get inspired by the amazing artists at Village Art in the Park, then join us for a short walk down to the river and take some creative time for yourself. Join the Wenatchee River Institute for this free program suitable for children and adults! What's provided? -Guided nature walk to the Wenatchee River, 0.3 miles from the Front St Gazebo -Simple supplies for drawing or watercolor painting -Tips for beginners -Time to create your own work of art! Dates for 2026: Fridays July 24, 31, 7, 14, 21 Thursdays August 13, 20

Breakfast In The Park

Sat · 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Enjoy a hearty all you can eat breakfast of pancakes, eggs, sausage and beverage. Satisfy your appetite and support your community at the same time. The proceeds support community vision, hearing and diabetes needs and so much more

Needle Felting Workshop: Mini Houseplants

Sat · 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Make an impossible-to-kill houseplant! You’ll learn how to use a barbed needle to sculpt a mini succulent or cactus and plant it in a mini terracotta pot. We’ll cover needle felting fundamentals and how to create basic shapes in this beginner-friendly workshop. Recommended for tweens, teens, and adults. Younger children may join with adult accompaniment. Space is limited. Reserve your spot today! If you register and are unable to attend, please cancel your registration or let us know before the event so we can open your spot to others.

Youth Bike Festival

Sat · 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

A day of youth bike races, activities, rides, and FUN! From balance bikes to challenging trails, there's something for every child. Explore the open trails, enjoy bike games, discover outdoor activities, get your face painted, and more. There are four levels of races, from meadow cruisers to alpine rippers! With distances ranging from 0.5 miles to 4 miles. We also have a dual slalom strider bike course for the littlest shredders.

Autumn Crafts @ Ski Hill

Thu · 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Wednesday Music Series- Chumlilies

Wed · 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Live music with the Cumlilies 6pm-8pm at Ski Hill Lodge. Free and family friendly.

5th annual Sunset & S'mores

Wed · 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Save the date! Come gather with us at WRI for an evening of food and s'more fun! Jump into fall with us as the evening light fades and the stars come out. Join us for a meal, drinks, and immersive activities. Socialize with fellow WRI supporters, board members, staff, and students. This is a family friendly event. The evening's offerings will take place throughout WRI's campus, both indoors and outdoors. We look forward to gathering together and celebrating our special community! Tickets: Registration will open soon! The cost for this program Pay What You Can in recognition that not everyone can afford to pay for the full cost of the event. We hope that people who can, will pay to help those you cannot. On the next page, you will find 4 different levels. Please choose the level that works best for you and your family. We want to make sure anyone who wishes to come to this event can! Please provide any feedback on this process at the end of your registration, or email programs@wenatcheeriverinstitute.org. Children 5 and under do not need a ticket. Feel free to bring them with! Stay tuned for the delicious menu, catered by Ravenous Catering. You will be able to select any dietary restrictions in your registration once it opens. Thank you to our sponsors for making this event possible: Sleeping Lady Mountain Resort, South Restaurants, Ludwig's German Restaurant, Icicle Brewing Company, Winton Manufacturing, North Cascades Heating & Air Conditioning, and Goose Ridge Estate Winery.