Name: Old Apple Tree Festival
Start: 2026-10-03
End: 2026-10-03

Located on the Columbia River, the Vancouver Landing is open to the public and features a floating boat dock as well as an upper dock. The amphitheater, or concrete “park,” is great to sit and relax and watch the river activity.

Vancouver Landing

AQUA Gallery is a contemporary art gallery located in the Terminal One building on the waterfront in Vancouver. Situated along the Columbia River, the gallery offers a unique aquarium like space where art, environment, and community intersect. AQUA Gallery primarily features local and regional artists that explore themes of culture, geography, discovery, water, and industry—reflecting both the history of the waterfront and the broader narratives that shape the Pacific Northwest. Exhibitions rotate quarterly. In addition to curated exhibitions, AQUA Gallery hosts artist talks that provide deeper insight into the creative process of showcasing artists. The gallery is curated by Sharon Svec, a contract curator and multidisciplinary artist with a background in performance, art, design, and communication. Sharon’s interdisciplinary experience informs the gallery’s programming, fostering exhibitions that are immersive, concept-driven, and thoughtfully constructed.

Aqua Gallery

Located at the corner of Daniels Street and Columbia Way, the AC Hotel Marriott Vancouver Waterfront features 4,000 square feet of meeting space and on-site, structured parking. It is the first completed project of the Port of Vancouver's Terminal 1 development just west of the Interstate Bridge. Amenities include a state-of-the-art fitness center, spa, and full-service restaurant on the ground level.

AC Hotel Marriott Vancouver Waterfront

Ondus Restaurant offers a modern and exciting culinary experience. Ondus reflects the waves of the Columbia River and the changing tides of the Vancouver Waterfront. Our scenic location provides a welcoming and stunning backdrop while experiencing exceptional service and a vibrant ambiance. The team focuses on making every guest feel well-cared for, ensuring a seamless and memorable dining experience with creative cuisine and innovative drinks. Ondus on the Waterfront is cool vibes and unforgettable moments. Reserve your table at Ondus and discover your next culinary destination.

Ondus Restaurant

Who Song and Larry's is located on the Columbia River waterfront, featuring delicious Mexican food with a lively atmosphere. Breakfast is also served every day of the week. Eat, drink and "be mariachi" with unique Cal-Mex dishes and flavors of Mexico. Private meeting space is available.

Who Song & Larry's Mexican Restaurant & Cantina

The "Ilchee" statue, created by sculptor Eric Jensen in 1994, commemorates Ilchee, or “Moon Girl,” a powerful figure from Chinook history. Situated along Vancouver's Waterfront Renaissance Trail, this statue honors her unique role as a female Chinook leader in the early 1800s. Ilchee was the daughter of Chief Comcomly, a respected Chinook leader when Lewis and Clark first documented their encounters with the Chinook people in the region. This statue is part of Ilchee Plaza, designed to celebrate the cultural legacy and continued presence of the Chinook people in the area, who have lived along the Columbia River for thousands of years. The statue portrays Ilchee gazing across the Columbia River, connecting her story to this land and the heritage of the Chinook people.

Ilchee Statue & Plaza

If you are in a hurry, but need a quick bite to eat or a cup of coffee on the run, be sure to visit Grays Coffee inside the lobby of the Hilton Vancouver for beverages and tasty treats.

Grays Coffee

Located in the Hilton Vancouver in downtown, Grays is the ultimate destination for adventurous Northwest cuisine. Unexpected wines, service that's a cut above and a stunning setting that glows with style and warmth, Grays thrills the senses with a total dining experience. The adjoining private dining rooms can accommodate groups of up to 12 and 16 each.

Grays Restaurant

It's the day you've dreamed of...And at the Hilton Vancouver Washington, we deliver the superior service you've come to expect from the Hilton name. We specialize in tailoring each unique event to your needs. Assisting you in creating an elegant, unique and yet still intimate wedding experience. It's the smallest of details that matter the most, and our team of specialized Event Managers awaits you; call us today for a personal tour.

Hilton Vancouver WA

Relax at the Hilton Vancouver Washington, a contemporary downtown Vancouver hotel offering central convenience with a pet-friendly and environmentally conscious approach. Situated in the heart of downtown Vancouver, Washington, minutes from the Vancouver Amtrak Station, this downtown Vancouver hotel provides easy access to Portland, Oregon, and Portland International Airport. Located adjacent to Esther Short Park and within easy reach of Portland Expo Center, Clark Country Event Center & Sleep County Amphitheatre, this Vancouver hotel is ideal for business meetings and events.

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Whether it’s indoor or outdoor sports, Vancouver WA has the advantage! Your athletes will compete with pride at our amazing natural [venues](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/sports/venues/ "Sports Venues") and diverse sporting facilities. Vancouver offers boundless options for teams of all sports and sizes, which is why past events run the gauntlet from the NAIA Cross Country National Championships at [Fort Vancouver National Historic Site](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/things-to-do/historic-sites-and-museums/fort-vancouver/ "Fort Vancouver") and the Lucas Oil National Motocross Series at [Washougal MX Park](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/listing/washougal-motocross-park/2139/ "Washougal Motocross Park") to the US Rowing Northwest Junior District Championships at [Vancouver Lake](https://www.visitvancouverwa.com/vancouver-lake-park/ "Vancouver Lake").

We also work with local sports leagues to grow their programming, raise awareness for events, and assist with securing venues and hotel rooms. Some of our many sports partners include Columbia Premier, Ridgefield Raptors, HoopSource Basketball and the Vancouver Lake Rowing Club.

Visit Vancouver Washington

Celebrate the Old Apple Tree Festival from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the first Saturday of October at Old Apple Tree Park, located on Columbia Way just east of Interstate 5 Bridge.

The annual Old Apple Tree Festival is a celebration centered on the oldest living apple tree in the Northwest, planted at Fort Vancouver in 1826.

Providing fun, food, music, and history of Vancouver’s Old Apple Tree, the festival celebrates our community and its rich heritage. Throughout the day, Urban Forestry Commissioners give away cuttings from the Old Apple Tree; cuttings are limited and will be given out until they are gone. This free, family-friendly event, features activities for children, food for sale, apple tastings and sales, live music, cider pressing and walking tours of Fort Vancouver Village, the Fort Vancouver Historic Orchard and the Land Bridge. Local musical groups will provide live music throughout the day. Check out musical artists: The Ottomatics, River Twain and JT Wise Band.

The festival features community apple cider pressing. Bring your own apples and a clean container to catch your fresh cider, or purchase apples and a container at the event. Approximately 15 lbs of apples will make a quart of cider. Volunteers needed for the cider pressing station, contact Urban Forestry to learn more.

Learn more about the storied history of the Old Apple Tree, scroll down to the Old Apple Tree.

Contact: Urban Forestry at urbanforestry@cityofvancouver.us or 360-487-8308

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