Chelan Fire & Rescue 100-Year Centennial Celebration
10:00 am - 8:00 pm
Chelan Fire & Rescue 100-Year Centennial Celebration
Join the community in celebrating 100 years of service with a full day of festivities honoring Chelan Fire & Rescue.
Event Schedule
🚒 Grand Parade
10:00 AM | Downtown Chelan
Kick off the Centennial with a lively parade through historic downtown Chelan.
🌶️ Chili Cook-Off – “100 Years of Fire & Flavor!”
11:30 AM – 3:00 PM | Chelan Fire Station
Sample bold flavors, cheer on local teams, and help crown the Chili Cook-Off Champion.
🥂 End-of-Day Celebration
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM | Vin du Lac Winery
Steps from The Lookout
Close out this once-in-a-century celebration with a festive, open-to-the-public gathering at the stunning Vin du Lac Winery. Enjoy dessert, beverages, community cheer, and the much-anticipated Chili Cook-Off Champion announcement.
In a historic moment nearly 100 years in the making, Erin McCardle will present an official Centennial Proclamation honoring Chelan Fire & Rescue—the first proclamation of its kind since 1926.
It’s the perfect finale to an unforgettable day. Join us as we toast to tradition, community, and 100 years of incredible service.