Sunflower Festival 2026
Snoqualmie Valley Sunflower Festival Aug 15 - Sept 15, 2026 The Snoqualmie Valley That’s a wrap on another beautiful Snoqualmie Valley Sunflower Festival! Throughout the festival, our Valley came alive with vibrant sunflower fields, family adventures, local flavors, creative activities, and so many joyful moments shared with friends and loved ones. Thank you to the incredible farms, businesses, organizations, artists, vendors, volunteers, and community partners who helped make this celebration possible. Your creativity and hospitality gave visitors so many wonderful ways to experience the beauty and character of the Snoqualmie Valley. We are also deeply
A New Look for a Bright Future
A New Look for a Bright Future Welcome to our New Chamber Brand Design & Website! For nearly two years, the Carnation Chamber of Commerce has been working behind the scenes on an exciting transformation, one designed to better reflect the vibrant businesses, welcoming spirit, and incredible community that make Carnation such a special place. Today, we're thrilled to officially introduce our brand-new website and refreshed Chamber brand! This project was about much more than creating a new website. It was an opportunity to thoughtfully reimagine how the Chamber communicates, connects, and serves our members
Simple Social Media Tips for Small Businesses
Business Resource Simple Social Media Tips for Small Businesses in the Valley Running a small business means wearing a lot of hats... and “social media manager” is probably one of them. The good news? You don’t need a huge following, professional equipment, or hours every day to make social media work for your business. Here are a six simple ways to make your posts more engaging and help more people discover what you do. 1. Show the People Behind the Business People love supporting local businesses because they know
Spotlight : Miller’s
Chamber Spotlight Miller's • A Gathering Place CLICK TO VIEW THE MILLER'S WEBSITE Some places are more than businesses...they become part of a town's story. For more than a century, the historic building that now houses Miller's has stood along Tolt Avenue, witnessing generations of Carnation residents gathering, celebrating, and building community. Today, that tradition continues under the stewardship of Bill Pritchard and Nancy Colton, who have transformed Miller's into one of the Snoqualmie Valley's most beloved gathering spaces. Step through the doors and you'll immediately feel what makes Miller's special. It's
Spotlight : Barzen’s Blooms
Chamber Spotlight Erin Barzen and Barzen's Blooms CLICK TO VIEW THE BARZEN'S BLOOMS WEBSITE Some businesses don't just provide a service...they help create the moments and memories that make a community feel special. That's exactly what Erin Barzen has been doing through her business, Barzen's Blooms. Nestled in the heart of Carnation, Erin's flower farm and floral studio are rooted in a simple but powerful mission: creating joy through flowers. What began as a lifelong love of blooms has grown into one of the Snoqualmie Valley's most beloved small businesses. In fact, Erin has been named
Spotlight : Voice of the Bear
Chamber Spotlight Greg Jamiel and Voice of the Bear Consulting CLICK TO VIEW THE VOICE OF THE BEAR WEBSITE When local businesses, nonprofits, and community organizations need creative storytelling, strategic communications, or engaging visual design, many turn to Voice of the Bear Consulting. Founded by Carnation resident Greg Jamiel, Voice of the Bear Consulting helps organizations connect with their audiences through branding, graphic design, website development, video production, marketing, event support, and community engagement strategies. With more than 20 years of experience in creative leadership and communications, Greg brings both professional expertise and a deep love
Turn Your Neighbors Into Your Best Marketing Team
Business Resource Turn Your Neighbors Into Your Best Marketing Team How Word-of-Mouth Helps Small Businesses Grow in the Snoqualmie Valley There’s something special about doing business in a small community like ours. When someone in the Snoqualmie Valley needs a great cup of coffee, a contractor, a place for dinner, or the perfect gift, there’s a good chance they’ll ask someone they know: “Who do you recommend?” For small businesses, that question can be incredibly powerful. You may not have the advertising budget of a national company, but you have something they can’t easily buy: neighbors
Christmas in Carnation 2026
Get Involved Become a Vendor Lend A Hand Become a Volunteer Support The Event Become a Sponsor Ninth Annual Christmas In Carnation Dec 5, 2026 There's something magical about the holidays in a small town, and Christmas in Carnation captures that feeling perfectly. Join us on Saturday, December 5th for this beloved community tradition transforms downtown Carnation into a festive gathering place filled with holiday cheer, local shopping, and hometown charm. Families, friends, and neighbors come together to celebrate the season,
Turkey Trot 2026
Get Involved Become a Sponsor or Vendor Lend A Hand Become a Volunteer Support The Event Make a Donation Fourth Annual Carnation Turkey Trot Sat, Nov 21, 2026 9am-11am Click Here To Register! Kick off the holiday season with one of Carnation's favorite traditions! Gather your family, friends, coworkers, or running buddies and join us for the 4th Annual Carnation Turkey Trot on Saturday, November 21, 2026, at beautiful Remlinger Farms. Whether you're chasing a personal best, enjoying a leisurely
Health & Wellness Fair 2026
Health and Wellness Fair 2026 April 25, 2026 Remlinger Farms • Carnation, WA Thank you to everyone who joined us for the inaugural Snoqualmie Valley Health & Wellness Fair! Hosted by the Carnation Chamber of Commerce at Remlinger Farms, this exciting new event brought together community members, local health professionals, wellness practitioners, and organizations for a day dedicated to learning, connection, and healthy living. Guests explored exhibits from more than 40 local health and wellness organizations, attended engaging breakout sessions led by knowledgeable presenters, discovered valuable community resources, and enjoyed opportunities to win wellness-themed raffle