2026
Apple Blossom Festival
May 8 & 9
Pageant
The 106th of Apple Blossom will begin with the crowning Pageant on Friday night, May 8th at the Mason High School gym.
Event starts at 7 pm and will include the crowning of the Queen and the pageant march.
2k/5k Run
You are invited to participate in the Manson Apple Blossom 2k/5k Run on the morning of May 9th, prior to the 106th Manson Apple Blossom Parade.
Come walk, jog, or sprint your way along the spectacular route through downtown Manson and around Wapato Point Resort. The breathtaking views alone are worth it, but the community spirit and custom t-shirt add even greater incentives to come out and join us!
Check-in begins at 7:00am and the Run begins at 8:30am. All ages are welcome! See you there!
Location: Downtown Manson, 145 Wapato Point Way, Manson
Cost: $35/person (includes Manson Apple Blossom shirt)
Please REGISTER to pre-order and secure your shirt size! (“Day of” registration is available up until 8:15am, but shirts are limited to availability. Please help us by registering ahead of time!)
Race packets are also available for pick up ahead of time at Cider Press on Friday, 8am-4pm!
For questions, please contact us at appleblossomrun@mansongrowers.com
Grand Parade
2026 Parade Results
Band results
High School
1. Chelan High School
Middle School
1. Pioneer Middle School
2. Chelan Middle School
3. Cashmere Middle School
Drill results
Middle School
1. Cashmere Middle School
2. Pioneer Middle School
Commercial entry
1. Manson Growers and The Cider Press
2. Lake Chelan Roofing
3. Gerty’s Munchies
Community entry
1. Manson Chamber of Commerce
2. Lake Chelan Pirate Fest
Formal floats
Washington state apple blossom
Juvenille
North Shore Christian Preschool
Queens Choice
North Shore Christian Preschool
Equestrian Group
Antonios Landscaping
Street Fair
The Mason Apple Blossom Street Fair is back and is the perfect opportunity to find one-of-a-kind, handcrafted treasures from local artisans and crafters. Whether you're looking for unique holiday gifts or want to showcase your own creations, this is the place to be. Don't miss out on this fun shopping experience!
We will also have our food vendors back this year to make sure you are fueled for the day of activities. Come grab your favorite festival food from our local vendors. Pst, the popcorn guy will be here plus churros, tacos and more!
Quilt Show
The Manson Apple Blossom Festival and the Lake Chelan Undercover Quilters would like to invite you to participate in the Annual Quilt Show, on Saturday, May 9th, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. held at the Manson Grange Hall.
Quilts with the form need to be delivered to Manson Grange Hall on Thursday, May 7th, between 12:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m.
Quilt show contact information: Tracy Shaw - (509) 630-0587 chelanquilts@gmail.com
Community Art Show
We are excited to announce the ribbon winners from the Hometown Harvest Community Art Show and to thank everyone who participated in what became a wonderful celebration of creativity, tradition, and community spirit.
With more than 100 public votes cast throughout the weekend, along with special selections made by the 2026 Manson Apple Blossom Royalty, the exhibit became a meaningful and engaging showcase of local artists alongside incredible student artwork from our schools.
Public Vote Winners
Youth Division
“Rainbow Paper Weaving” by Eden, MOE in Chelan
Middle School / High School Division
“Niamh Loch” by Tiffany Romero, 10th Grade, Manson High School
Adult Division (Tie)
“Changes” by Vanessa Riggs
“The Silent Wood” by Nicky Allison
Royalty Selection Awards
Youth Division
“Felted AXOLOTL” by Gali, MOE in Chelan
Middle School / High School Division
“Niamh Loch” by Tiffany Romero, 10th Grade, Manson High School
Adult Division
“Manson” by Éva Barron
Congratulations to all of our artists, students, and award recipients. We are incredibly proud to showcase the talent, imagination, and creative spirit found throughout our community!
A very special thank you to Jen at Radiance for generously hosting and supporting this event in downtown Manson. Please help us thank Jen for helping create such a welcoming and beautiful space for the exhibit.
Thank you again to everyone who participated, supported the show, and helped make this such a special community event.
Pancake Breakfast
If you are looking for the best way to start off the festivities, the pancake breakfast is what you need.
This year's pancake breakfast will be held at Manson Grange from 6:30 am to 10:00 am.
The breakfast will be served with Eggs, Ham, Juice, Coffee, and of course Pancakes. You will have your choice of sourdough, blueberry, or buttermilk pancakes.
kids 6 to 12 eat for $6, adults eat for $12, and kids under the age of 5 are free.
3-on-3 Basketball
Extend the Apple Blossom fun by competing with your friends in 3-on-3 basketball. Winners of each bracket will win great prizes!
Register now to ensure you receive an Apple Blossom 3-on-3 Basketball T-shirt. Online registration available through May 9th. Early-bird registration is available through May 1th for $60. Please note the location of the 3 on 3 basketball has changed and is now at the Manson Growers Location of Manson Highway (Manson Cider Press).
Following that, registration is available until 12:45pm on the day of the event for $75. The courts will be located at the end of the parade route in front of the Manson Fire Station.
The Manson Apple Blossom 3-on-3 committee reserves the right to reject incomplete entries. Specific bracket placement is made at the sole discretion of the event organizers. Circumstances may require that your team faces a team of another gender.
***Minimum age/grade to participate in the 3-on-3 tournament is the 3rd grade.***
Dinner Cruise
Com join us for an unforgettable evening on the Lady of the Lake on Thursday, May 28. Enjoy a delicious catered dinner paired with local wines. All proceeds go to support the Manson Apple Blossom Festival.
Tickets are $80 for single, or $150 for couples. Boarding begins at 5:30 pm, departure is promptly at 6 pm.
