2026 Mt. Baker Vintage Trailer Rally
DATES: September 8-14, 2025
LOCATION: Northwest Washington Fair & Event Center 1775 Front Street Lynden, WA 98264
REGISTRATION: Pre-register or Register when you arrive!!!!
Yes, there is plenty of room for everyone.
DATES: September 8-14, 2025
LOCATION: Northwest Washington Fair & Event Center 1775 Front Street Lynden, WA 98264
REGISTRATION: Pre-register or Register when you arrive!!!!
Yes, there is plenty of room for everyone.
FACEBOOK GROUP: https://www.facebook.com/groups/650646165103381
***ALL INFORMATION AND ACTIVITIES ARE SOLELY FOR THOSE WHO ARE REGISTERED GUESTS OF THE RALLY*** with the exception of the Public Open house on Saturday from 12-3
Answers to all your burning questions, FAQ's:
COST: *Camping Cost is $50/night includes 2 people, taxes, and rally fee. Additional $5/person/day for more than 2 people.
ARRIVAL: Absolute earliest you can arrive is 11:00am on Tuesday - PLEASE allow us time to get set up and prepared for your arrival.
DEPARTURE: If you choose to stay through Monday the 14th you MUST be hitched up and off the property by 10am.
PARKING: If you want to park next to someone you should plan to arrive together to ensure that happens. Please organize yourselves in a way that you can park, unload, unhitch and move your Modern tow vehicle to the designated parking area in a timely fashion. Vintage Tow vehicles can remain with your trailer. This is field style camping on grass. Picnic tables are delivered a couple times a day until they are gone. We have a few folks that help us tremendously during the rally and as the organizers we may have a couple spots roped off for them. We ask that you do not save spots.
WHO CAN ATTEND: Vintage Trailers, Campers, RV's ALL ARE WELCOME (See below)
NON-VINTAGE TRAILERS: We are going to remind you that this is VINTAGE TRAILER/RV/CAMPER RALLY, however we don’t want Vintage enthusiasts to miss out. All are welcome to attend. Modern trailers/RV/Campers will be asked to park in the designated area. If you have any question about this we are happy to clarify your specific trailer for you.
TENTS/CAR CAMPING: No Tents or Car Camping allowed at this event unless approved. *Same rates apply
POWER/WATER: The Fairgrounds has plenty of shared power and water hook ups with your extension cords and water splitters.
There is a designated place to wash your dishes in the BP building. Please don’t wash your dishes in the bathroom sinks!
BATHROOMS/SHOWERS: There are plenty of bathrooms and showers in the Fairgrounds. You will be given a map in your welcome bag when you arrive showing you where those are located.
DOGS: Your dog must be leashed at all times, Your dog must be courteous to your camping neighbors (no one wants to hear a dog barking all day), You MUST immediately pick up after your pets,
Note: We pay extra for our insurance to allow you to bring your fur babies to this event. If you or your pet can not meet the criteria above then please consider other options so we all can enjoy this event.
FIRE PITS: Self contained propane fire pits only pending any burn restrictions.
SELLING OF A TRAILER: You can place a “For Sale” sign in your trailer you certain have that option. We also have a designated spot for FOR SALE only trailers to park if you are NOT camping. *Same rates apply.
EVENTS and HAPPENINGS THROUGHOUT THE RALLY: (subject to change)
THEME: Winter Wonderland - Decorate your trailers and yourselves if you choose.
TUESDAY
Gates open at Noon (Please no early birds) Register before you park.
WEDNESDAY
CORN HOLE 3:00pm: Sign up at registration desk. Tournament with prizes! ! Get your team together or if solo we will pair you with someone.
EARLY BIRD BBQ 5:00pm: Join us for a German inspired BBQ and all the fixins till they're gone. Sponsored by Tin Can Tourist!
THURSDAY
6:30pm ANNIVERSAY PARTY / CHRISTMAS COOKIE EXCHANGE : We surprised everyone with a pop-up wedding at the Rally in 2019. So each year we get to celebrate with our favorite people. This year we will host a Christmas Cookie exchange. Wear your ugly Holiday sweater for this. Prize will be awarded for best ugle Holiday sweater.
dark enough to see the movie : o'clockpm MOVIE NIGHT : We provide the popcorn & licorice. You bring your chairs.
FRIDAY
9:00am YOGA with Martha: Bring a mat or a towel and come join us for Yoga. Taught by fellow camper Martha Otto.
10:30am HOLIDAY PAJAMAS & CIDER / HOT COCO MORNING : Join us for Morning cider or Hot Coco in your favorite holiday P.J.'s, or just come as you are.
2:30pm CRAFT: Make ___________ Cost is $X/person. Sign up when you arrive, space is limited.
6:30pm HOLIDAY PARADE: Dress up and Parade through the Trailer park immediately before the Meet & Greet
7-9:30pm MEET & GREET EVENING TRAILER GLOW: Winter Wonderland Trailer Social. Dress up in your Christmas/Holiday attire and walk the trailers. Some well-marked trailers will have a nosh, nibble, photo souvenir, non-alcoholic beverage or something else to offer. Light up your trailers! Watch for Santa making an appearance. Let René know if you'd like to Host something at your trailer by emailing her @ [email protected]
7-9:30pm PHOTO BOOTH: 7-7:30pm Pictures with Santa and Mrs. Clause. 7:30-9pm the booth will become self-guided. We will print your keepsake photo that will be available on Saturday to you.
SATURDAY
8-11:00am SWAP MEET / SELLING OF THE “STUFF”: This will be held in the Expo Hall.
Tables: There will be tables available in the Expo Hall for you to set up AND PUT AWAY
Set up: Yes, you can start setting up your goodies on Friday night. There will not be anyone "babysitting" this all night so do so at your own risk. This is like a garage sale of your trailer parts, vintage wares, or whatever you think others might like. *no special licenses are required to sell
Yes, you can continue to sell outside of your trailer during "open house" but please keep your footprint small.
12-3:00pm SATURDAY PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE: (optional if you want to open your doors or not - open/closed signs provided limited supply). Free to the public to attend. Classic Vehicles have been invited to attend the Open House event. *NO DRIVING IN THE TRAILER AREA DURING THIS TIME Move your modern vehicles by 11:30am Please plan accordingly
12-3:00pm SATURDAY FOOD TRUCKS: Burrito King and Sugar Shack ice cream
3:00pm SATURDAY VINTAGE VEHCLE CRUISE: Gather for a short lap with the Studebakers through the Fairgrounds and through downtown Lynden and back.
4:00pm RAFFLE DRAWING
7:00pm SATURDAY TRAILER TRASH BOWLING/Street Dance: Adults and kids come knock down real bowling pins with real bowling balls. Bowling medals and prizes given out. As always music and street dance to follow.
SUNDAY
SUNDAY FAREWELL BREAKFAST: 7-10:00am Grab and go breakfast provided for you before you hit the road.
COFFEE: We will offer coffee each morning at Registration area.
MONDAY
Please be hitched up and pulled out by 10am!
SWAG: 2026 MT BAKER SWAG
Bring your own shirts / sweatshirt / tank top / whatever and we will heat press for you right there for $15 or
Purchase one of our crew or V-neck shirts and chose your decal for $20
Gates open at Noon (Please no early birds) Register before you park.
WEDNESDAY
CORN HOLE 3:00pm: Sign up at registration desk. Tournament with prizes! ! Get your team together or if solo we will pair you with someone.
EARLY BIRD BBQ 5:00pm: Join us for a German inspired BBQ and all the fixins till they're gone. Sponsored by Tin Can Tourist!
THURSDAY
6:30pm ANNIVERSAY PARTY / CHRISTMAS COOKIE EXCHANGE : We surprised everyone with a pop-up wedding at the Rally in 2019. So each year we get to celebrate with our favorite people. This year we will host a Christmas Cookie exchange. Wear your ugly Holiday sweater for this. Prize will be awarded for best ugle Holiday sweater.
dark enough to see the movie : o'clockpm MOVIE NIGHT : We provide the popcorn & licorice. You bring your chairs.
FRIDAY
9:00am YOGA with Martha: Bring a mat or a towel and come join us for Yoga. Taught by fellow camper Martha Otto.
10:30am HOLIDAY PAJAMAS & CIDER / HOT COCO MORNING : Join us for Morning cider or Hot Coco in your favorite holiday P.J.'s, or just come as you are.
2:30pm CRAFT: Make ___________ Cost is $X/person. Sign up when you arrive, space is limited.
6:30pm HOLIDAY PARADE: Dress up and Parade through the Trailer park immediately before the Meet & Greet
7-9:30pm MEET & GREET EVENING TRAILER GLOW: Winter Wonderland Trailer Social. Dress up in your Christmas/Holiday attire and walk the trailers. Some well-marked trailers will have a nosh, nibble, photo souvenir, non-alcoholic beverage or something else to offer. Light up your trailers! Watch for Santa making an appearance. Let René know if you'd like to Host something at your trailer by emailing her @ [email protected]
7-9:30pm PHOTO BOOTH: 7-7:30pm Pictures with Santa and Mrs. Clause. 7:30-9pm the booth will become self-guided. We will print your keepsake photo that will be available on Saturday to you.
SATURDAY
8-11:00am SWAP MEET / SELLING OF THE “STUFF”: This will be held in the Expo Hall.
Tables: There will be tables available in the Expo Hall for you to set up AND PUT AWAY
Set up: Yes, you can start setting up your goodies on Friday night. There will not be anyone "babysitting" this all night so do so at your own risk. This is like a garage sale of your trailer parts, vintage wares, or whatever you think others might like. *no special licenses are required to sell
Yes, you can continue to sell outside of your trailer during "open house" but please keep your footprint small.
12-3:00pm SATURDAY PUBLIC OPEN HOUSE: (optional if you want to open your doors or not - open/closed signs provided limited supply). Free to the public to attend. Classic Vehicles have been invited to attend the Open House event. *NO DRIVING IN THE TRAILER AREA DURING THIS TIME Move your modern vehicles by 11:30am Please plan accordingly
12-3:00pm SATURDAY FOOD TRUCKS: Burrito King and Sugar Shack ice cream
3:00pm SATURDAY VINTAGE VEHCLE CRUISE: Gather for a short lap with the Studebakers through the Fairgrounds and through downtown Lynden and back.
4:00pm RAFFLE DRAWING
7:00pm SATURDAY TRAILER TRASH BOWLING/Street Dance: Adults and kids come knock down real bowling pins with real bowling balls. Bowling medals and prizes given out. As always music and street dance to follow.
SUNDAY
SUNDAY FAREWELL BREAKFAST: 7-10:00am Grab and go breakfast provided for you before you hit the road.
COFFEE: We will offer coffee each morning at Registration area.
MONDAY
Please be hitched up and pulled out by 10am!
SWAG: 2026 MT BAKER SWAG
Bring your own shirts / sweatshirt / tank top / whatever and we will heat press for you right there for $15 or
Purchase one of our crew or V-neck shirts and chose your decal for $20