Summer 2025 offers the perfect opportunity to immerse yourself in the dynamic fiber community across Washington and Oregon. This season is packed with engaging events where you can discover stunning yarns, master fresh techniques, and forge connections with fellow enthusiasts. Here’s what you can look forward to:
Fiber Fusion Northwest
- Date: June 7th-8th, 2025
- Location: Evergreen State Fairgrounds, Monroe, WA
- Time: Saturday, June 7th- 9:00 am - 6:00 pm Sunday, June 8th - 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
- Price: Free admission
Special Activity: Don’t miss the fleece show and sale where you can see and purchase raw fleece straight from the farm (Fiber Fusion Northwest).
Black Sheep Gathering
- Date: June 27-29, 2025
- Location: Linn County Expo Center, Albany, OR
- Price: Free admission
Special Activity: Participate in workshops like “Design Your Own Gradient Yarn,” “Intro to Needle Felting,” and “Spinning with a Drop Spindle” (Fairs and Festivals).
Flock & Fiber Festival
- Dates: August 8-10, 2025
- Location: Seattle Convention Center – Summit Building
Special Activity: Over 100 vendors will be showcasing their goods. Special classes will be held throughout the weekend, including workshops on advanced knitting techniques, crochet fundamentals, and spinning basics (Flock Fiber Festival).
PNW Fiber Arts Expo
- Date: October 3 - 5, 2025
- Location: Vern Burton Community Center, Port Angeles, WA
- Time: Friday: 1-5:30pm • Saturday: 9am-5pm • Sunday: 10am - 3pm
- Price: Free admission
Special Activity: Enjoy live spinning and weaving demonstrations throughout the weekend (Educate . Support . Inspire).