Burlington, WA— 1/21/2025 — We are excited to announce the return of the 88th annual Berry Dairy Days Festival, presented by Peoples Bank, to our *new* location at Skagit River Park & Playfields on June 20th, 21st, and 22nd, 2025. Join us for three exciting days filled with unforgettable family fun!
The Burlington Chamber of Commerce will organize and execute all 3 days of the Berry Dairy Days festival. "Berry Dairy Days has been such an important, meaningful festival for the Skagit community celebrating Skagit County's culture since 1937," said Steph Rees, President & CEO of Burlington Chamber of Commerce.
Planning is currently underway for the largest Berry Dairy Days festival yet. This year marks the 88th annual celebration, fully hosted by the Burlington Chamber of Commerce over three festive days. Highlights of the festival include Friday Night Kick-Off event, the Grand Parade along Fairhaven Avenue, FREE Kids & Teen Zonez, vendor fair, Smoke & Grill BBQ Competition Public Sampling Day sanctioned by the Pacific Northwest BBQ Association, Cornhole Tournament, live entertainment, strawberry shortcake, and many exciting new additions!
Our title supporter, Peoples Bank Burlington, shares what supporting the festival means to their team, "At Peoples Bank, being involved in Berry Dairy Days is incredibly meaningful to us. With our "People First" philosophy, we cherish every opportunity to support and sponsor events in the communities where we live and work. We are proud to be a part of the Skagit community, especially through events like Berry Dairy Days." The Peoples Bank Burlington Team.
Our community festival, which started as a volunteer firefighter fundraiser for new equipment, has grown enormously. “The City of Burlington is pleased to welcome visitors from across the region to the Berry Dairy Days Festival! The festival showcases Burlington’s agricultural heritage, along with our small-town Americana charm, “said City of Burlington Mayor, Bill Aslett. With more than 20,000 daily visitors from across the Pacific Northwest to our new location at Skagit River Park, the Burlington Chamber of Commerce is excited to bring the communities of Skagit County together to celebrate our local agriculture and shared history.
Are you looking for ways to participate and support the 88th annual Berry Dairy Days? This year we have many exciting ways to GET INVOLVED! The following opportunities are available:
- Supporter Opportunities-- For organizations or businesses looking to get involved, our festival offers many Supporter Opportunities packages, including print & digital marketing, commercial vending, parade participation, and customization to support your current community engagement plans.
- Supporter Opportunities start as low as $350!
- Available opportunities include Drone Show, Smoke & Grill Competition, Entertainment Stage, Strawberry Shortcake, Volunteer T-Shirt, Friends of the Festival, Smoked Meat, and more!
- Visit www.berrydairyday.com/become-a-supporter
- Craft, Commercial, and Food Vendors-- Craft and Commercial Vendor signups are now open!
- Grand Parade on Fairhaven Ave, Saturday, June 21st, 2025-- Our Grand Parade will remain on Fairhaven Avenue! Sign up, decorate, and stand out among the many parade entries.
- First, Second, and Third Grand Parade winners will receive an award to commemorate their win, plus a unique marketing package for continued community engagement.
- To signup, visit www.berrydairydays.com/grand-parade
- BBQ Competition: Berry Dairy Days Smoke & Grill Competition returns on Saturday, June 21, with more than 30 competitive teams from across the PNW and Canada. Join us on Saturday, June 21, 2025, for PUBLIC SAMPLING Day, where festival goers can experience and try the award-winning flavors of individual grill master teams! Public Sampling is unavailable on Friday, June 20, or Sunday, June 22.
- Volunteers! Berry Dairy Days would not be possible without our volunteers' generous donation of time and commitment to the community. More than ever, Berry Dairy Days could use your support! Consider signing up for one of many available volunteer opportunities, including event set up, Friday Night Kick-Off, Grand Parade, Smoke & Grill Competition, and more. To sign up, visit https://signup.com/go/xKaKBvF
Berry Dairy Days is made possible by the City of Burlington, our festival partners, and volunteers’ dedication to our beloved community.
Thank you for sharing our message with your audience. If you have any questions regarding the attached Press Release, do not hesitate to contact me directly at charlsee@burlington-chamber.com. Until then, thank you for your continued support!
Burlington, WA— 1/21/2025 — We are excited to announce the return of the 88th annual Berry Dairy Days Festival, presented by Peoples Bank, to our *new* location at Skagit River Park & Playfields on June 20th, 21st, and 22nd, 2025. Join us for three exciting days filled with unforgettable family fun!
