Courtesy of Yakima Valley Tourism
Visitor Information Center
101 North Fair Avenue
Yakima, WA 98901
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The Yakima Valley hosts a wide range of events and activities for residents and visitors alike. Check out this calendar of weekend events and enjoy your stay in the Yakima Valley.
SHARE THIS PAGEYakima Valley Events this Weekend 12/8/2019
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*Food and Cider Pairings Series at Tieton Cider Works
Date: 12/5/2019 - 12/19/2019
Location: Yakima
619 W. J St, Yakima, WA 98902
6 p.m.- 8 p.m. Join us at Tieton Cider Works on the first 3 Thursdays in December for 3 nights of educational and flavorful cider pairings. Learn about the best sweet, savory and scientific foods that complement our cider while tasting through 6 different pairings.
December 5th - The sweet course will feature 5 locally prepared pastries from Essencia Bakery including a sweet charcuterie board paired with our ciders.
December 12th - The savory course will feature a Thai dish, sausages, leek soup, pot stickers, a harvest salad, and a savory charcuterie board paired with our ciders
December 19th - The scientific course will teach you how to incorporate our ciders into different dishes. You will not only see how to prepare them, but also have a chance to enjoy them one they are done.
Come hungry and ready to learn about unique food and drink options for this holiday season!
$25 per person each night | $15 for cider club members
RSVP by emailing beth@tietonciderworks.com
(No Facebook messages)
RSVP required at least 2 days prior to each event
Please inquire regarding food sensitivities
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/2545647165512270/
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*12 Craft Beers of Christmas with The Little Hopper
Date: 12/6/2019 - 12/29/2019
Location: Yakima
Yakima Valley CRAFT BREWERS invite YOU to help decide the official 12 Craft Beers of Christmas while aboard the Little Hopper! From Nov 29 - Dec 29, book your ride once on the WEST Loop and once on the CENTRAL Loop HOP ON - HOP OFF Shuttle to complete your 12 votes!
Complete all 12 - Little Hopper Claus has a wonderful, new LITTLE HOPPER Growler just for you! Questions:
What if I only book ONCE?
Answer - You are still on the GOOD LIST! Little Hopper Claus will have a little something for you.
There are only 10 Breweries in Yakima - there are 12 spaces?
Answer - 2 WILDCARD spots! If you can't decide on JUST one, you can vote for 2 beers from 2 favorite breweries. Also, if you can make it down to Varietal Brewing in Sunnyside, that is one of the WILDCARD spots too
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/2547930338770803/
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*Wine Walk at Domanico Cellars
Date: 12/6/2019 - 12/27/2019
Location: Prosser
24901 North Crosby Road, Prosser, WA 99350
11:30-12:30 pm - Come take a stroll each Friday alongside Winemaker and Vineyard Owner Jason Domanico. This is a free event.
Event Submitted by: Domanico Cellars -
*Open Mic Nite at Kana Winery
Date: 12/6/2019 - 12/27/2019
Location: Downtown Yakima
10 S 2nd St. Yakima, Washington 98901
7 - 10 pm - Kana has locals and more-and-more out-of-town visitors who come and play acoustic style music for our OPEN MIC NIGHT every Friday (except FIRST FRIDAYS).. We invite you to join in the fun if this is your thing. Please come and relax with a glass of wine and wind down and warm up out of the cold.
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*Live Music at Kana Winery
Date: 12/6/2019 - 12/27/2019
Location: Downtown Yakima
10 S 2nd St, Yakima, WA 98901
7 - 10 pm - Join us Fridays for live music at Kana Winery! For more information please call Kana at 509.453.6611.
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*Bicycle Wine Tour with Red Mountain Trails
Date: 12/6/2019 - 12/31/2019
Location: Benton City
27314 Ambassador PR NE, Benton City, WA 99320
Available daily, all year long! Enjoy a tour of the vineyards and tasting rooms of Red Mountain with our fleet of comfortable and stylish bicycles. Your knowledgeable guides take care of everything from providing gourmet hors d'oeuvres to hauling your wine purchases. Tours last 3 hours and visit 3 wineries. To make your reservation please visit http://www.redmountaintrails.com/reservations/ or call 1.888.414.1619.
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*1-hour Horseback Trail Ride with Red Mountain Trails
Date: 12/6/2019 - 12/31/2019
Location: Benton City
27314 Ambassador PR NE, Benton City, WA 99320
Available daily, all year round! We offer trail rides through the vineyards of Red Mountain. Enjoy the peace and quiet with a gentle horse as you take in the breathtaking views. Reservations required and can be created at http://www.redmountaintrails.com/reservations/ or by calling us at 1.888.414.1619.
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*Wine Tasting Trail Ride with Red Mountain Trails
Date: 12/6/2019 - 12/31/2019
Location: Benton City
27314 Ambassador PR NE, Benton City, WA 99320
Available daily, all year around. 3 hour wine tasting trail ride - Must be 21 or older to participate. We'll ride out through the vineyards of Red Mountain and visit a total of 3 wineries and enjoy a gourmet lunch. It's a unique experience you won't forget! Reservations required and can be created at http://www.redmountaintrails.com/reservations/ or by calling us at 1.888.414.1619.
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*Wine Tasting Wagon Ride with Red Mountain Trails
Date: 12/6/2019 - 12/31/2019
Location: Benton City
27314 Ambassador PR NE, Benton City, WA 99320
Enjoy the wineries of Red Mountain with door to door service and a stylish and comfortable ride. Depending on the group, we can usually get to 4 - 5 wineries. Must be 21 or older. Rides meet at 11 am at the south end of the Kiona Vineyards Winery parking lot. Rides return by 3:15 to the parking lot. 4 hours with lunch stop in the vineyards. Lunch, snacks, and water included. Reservations required and can be created at http://www.redmountaintrails.com/reservations/ or by calling us at 1.888.414.1619.
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*Club Air at Get Air
Date: 12/6/2019 - 12/27/2019
Location: Yakima
1015 East Lincoln Avenue, Yakima, WA 98901
9 pm - 12 am - Join us every Friday and Saturday for a night of hoppin' music, fun with friends and, of course, jumping! Get 2 hours for just $15 or 3 hours for $20! Click here for more information.
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*Prime Rib Friday's at McGuire's Irish Pub
Date: 12/6/2019 - 12/27/2019
Location: Yakima
4807 W Tieton Dr, Yakima, WA 98908
5 - 9 pm - Every Friday McGuire's serves up the best Prime Rib you'll ever eat! Enjoy a 10 oz Prime Rib cooked to your liking with your choice of potato, veggies, soup or salad and horse radish/au jus. Friday's are famous too with our Homemade Clam Chowder!
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*Free Movie Night Series at Tieton Cider Works
Date: 12/6/2019 - 2/7/2020
Location: Yakima
619 W. J St, Yakima, WA 98902
6:30 p.m. Free movie night every Friday in the loft at Tieton Cider Works!
21+ only $1 off glasses of Tieton cider for everyone attending the movie!
Movie Schedule:
11/15 - Princess Bride (dress up encouraged)
11/22 - Sound of Music - Sing a long
11/29 - Castaway
12/6 - Home Alone I
12/13 - Home Alone II
12/20 - National Lampoon's Christmas Vacation
12/27 - No viewing this week
1/3 - No viewing this week
1/10 - The Matrix (dress up encouraged)
1/17 - The Matrix Reloaded (dress up encouraged)
1/24 - The Matrix Revolutions (dress up encouraged)
1/31 - Titanic
2/7 - Romeo and Juliet
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/517011142392068
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*Friday Night Happy Hour at Rider Cellars
Date: 12/6/2019 - 12/27/2019
Location: Selah
3 N. 1st St, Selah, WA 98942
4 p.m.- 7 p.m. Rider Cellars is excited to have Friday Night Happy Hour every Friday! Come join the fun and enjoy $1 off glass pours of any of their wines.
For more information call 360-442-9198
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*Holiday Lights Extravaganza at the Yakima Valley Museum
Date: 12/6/2019 - 12/14/2019
Location: Yakima
2105 Tieton Drive, Yakima, WA 98902
10 a.m.- 7 p.m. Come support your local charities and enjoy the spirit of the holiday season at the Yakima Valley Museum. View over 30 beautifully lit trees and other holiday displays each decorated by an area charity.
Admission to the museum during the Extravaganza is $12 for Adults; $10 for Seniors; $5 for Children. Each adult and seniors will receive $5 back in the form of five $1 tickets to award to their favorite tree or their favorite charity. The charities will redeem these tickets for cash. So, come celebrate the season and celebrate the charities that work so hard to do good in our community!
Although the museum is closed on Sundays and Mondays, it will have extended hours on Tuesday through Saturday both weeks during the event so you can celebrate this lights festival with families and friends. It is a bright way to start your holiday season!
For more information go to https://www.yvmuseum.org/holiday-lights-extravaganza
Event Submitted by: Yakima Valley Museum -
*Back to School Saturdays at Gilbert Cellars
Date: 12/7/2019 - 12/28/2019
Location: Yakima
5 N. Front St, Yakima, WA 98901
1-5 PM. Join us at Gilbert Cellars for Back 2 School Saturdays. With the school year well underway we invite all school teachers and support staff in for a drink! Take a load off each Saturday with a complimentary Featured Tasting.
Bring your school badge for a tasting on us!
One tasting per person per Saturday
Downtown tasting room only
Must be 21+
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/539241043283405/
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*Yakima Symphony Orchestra: Pop Series at The Capitol Theatre
Date: 12/7/2019 - 12/8/2019
Location: Yakima
19 S. 3rd Street, Yakima, WA 98901
7:30 p.m. Join The Yakima Symphony Orchestra at The Capitol Theatre for Pop music concert series. Yakima Symphony Orchestra is joined by the Yakima School of Ballet for this traditional family holiday program.
Lawrence Golan, conductor
Yakima Symphony Chorus; Justin Raffa, chorus-master
Yakima School of Ballet; Lisa Price, director
Go to http://www.ysomusic.org/concerts-events/pops-concerts/pops-iii-saturday/ for more information
Event Submitted by: Yakima Symphony Orchestra -
*Paint Afternoons at AntoLin Cellars
Date: 12/7/2019 - 12/22/2019
Location: Downtown Yakima
14 N. Front Street, Yakima, WA 98901
Join us, at AntoLin Cellars, every Saturday from 3 - 5 pm for a great way to experience a fun, relaxing, night out with friends where camaraderie meets education. This class includes paint, instruction, use of tools, and your own painting on canvas to take home. These events fill up fast and you must reserve your spot. Click here to buy your ticket.
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*Do-It-Yourself Adventures at Wilridge Vineyard
Date: 12/7/2019 - 12/28/2019
Location: Yakima
250 Ehler Road, Yakima, WA 98908
Do-It-Yourself Adventures at Wilridge Vineyard in Yakima "Washington's Premier Recreational Vineyard," held every Saturday all year long, 11 am - 7 pm. Visitors to Wilridge Estate Vineyard on Naches Heights are invited to drop by our tasting room, get a copy of the Wilridge Vineyard Map and create their own adventure! Use the map as your guide to walk and wander through the vineyard paths, maybe hike over to the Winery and Distillery, find your way to the cliff trails, visit the scenic viewpoints. Then find your way back to the Tasting Room and explore the flavors that come from the vineyard. While your sipping and sitting around, write a Wilridge postcard to a friend and we'll pay the postage and mail it for you. Summer, Spring, Winter or Fall, every season is the perfect time to explore the Wilridge Estate Vineyard and connecting Cowiche Canyon trails. #WilridgeVineyard https://wilridgewinery.com/about/lots-to-do-at-wilridge-vineyard.
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*Winterlodge Winter Market at the Yakama Nation Cultural Center
Date: 12/7/2019 - 12/22/2019
Location: Toppenish
100 Spiel-yi Loop, Toppenish, WA 98948
Yakama Nation Cultural Center is excited to announce their Winterlodge Winter Market. Get all your Holiday gifts taken care of by shopping these amazing vendors with unique handmade items, beaded jewelry, baked goods, and arts and crafts. Open every Friday, Saturday and Sunday through December 22.
Fridays: 11 a.m.-7 p.m.
Saturdays and Sundays: 9 a.m.- 4 p.m.
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/950695715330510/
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*Photos with Santa at the Valley Mall
Date: 12/7/2019 - 12/24/2019
Location: Union Gap
2529 Main St., Union Gap, WA 98903
From November 23rd to Christmas Eve, in Center Court, Santa’s workshop has come to life! Join Santa as he takes some time to bring cheer to the wonderful people of the Yakima Valley. Monday through Thursday 11 AM-7 PM, Friday & Saturday 11 AM-8 PM, and Sunday 11 AM-6 PM.
For more information please contact Valley Mall Guest Services at 509-469-9308
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*Brewery Loop Tours with The Little Hopper
Date: 12/7/2019 - 12/29/2019
Location: Yakima
12 p.m.- 5 p.m. Enjoy the many tastes and unique personalities of each of our Valley breweries and taprooms at your own speed! HOP ON – HOP OFF shuttle service runs to 4-5 breweries, making 3 – 5-minute stops at each brewery every 45 – 60 minutes.
The Little Hopper will pick you up at your starting brewery, check you in, and away we go to the next stop. HOP ON – HOP OFF tours are available on Saturdays and Sundays. See dates and breweries below.
West Route Breweries (October 27; November 3, 9, 17, 23; December 1, 7, 15, 29)
Bron Yr Aur Brewing
Cowiche Creek Brewing
Hop Capital Brewing
Valley Brewing
Wandering Hop Brewery
Central Route Breweries (October 26; November 10, 16, 24, 30; December 8, 14)
Bale Breaker Brewing
Berchman's Brewing
Redifer Brewing
Hop Nation Brewing
Single Hill Brewing
Book your tour ride at https://ridelittlehopper.com/
Questions? Contact Wendy King at 509-985-7470 or email her at wendy@ridelittlehopper.com
Event Submitted by: The Little Hopper -
*Holiday Fest at Hedges Family Estate
Date: 12/7/2019 - 12/8/2019
Location: Benton City
53511 N. Sunset Rd, Benton City, WA 99320
12 p.m. With the holidays coming right up, there is no better way to celebrate than with a little market day at Hedges Family Estate! Come and enjoy our holiday market. We will be decked out for the holidays and have many special holiday treats. Great holiday gift packs, build your own gift packs, a wrapping station, gift cards, guest vendors, Local artists, Santa Claus, Spiked Hot Cocoa, Food Truck and more!
Some of our guests include:
SANTA WILL BE HERE from 1-4 pm, Bring your family and get some beautiful pictures!
The Glass Punty will be here from 12-4 with beautiful handmade gifts and decorations
Doggie Style Gourmet Will be here both Saturday and Sunday from 11 am till they run out!
Miranda's Flowers will have beautiful wreaths and holiday arrangements
Sunday we'll have Earth Element Spirit here for a "Make & Take Class" were you'll be able to make personalized gifts for the holidays and take them with you! You will not want to miss out on that and any of the other beautiful Jewelry and goods Erin will have.
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/2461572750791739/
Event Submitted by: Hedges Family Estate -
*16th Annual Toy Train Christmas at Northern Pacific Railway Museum
Date: 12/7/2019 - 12/22/2019
Location: Toppenish
10 Asotin Ave, Toppenish, WA 98948
10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Northern Pacific Railway Museum is excited to announce their 16th Annual Toy Train Christmas will run each Saturday and Sunday From November 30th through December 22nd. Come enjoy model trains, decorated Christmas trees, refreshments, and caboose rides to see Santa and Mrs. Claus. Adults are $8 and Children are $5.
For more information go to https://nprymuseum.org/toy-train-christmas-christmas-train-rides/
Event Submitted by: Northern Pacific Railway Museum -
*Horse Drawn Wagon Rides in Downtown Yakima
Date: 12/7/2019 - 12/21/2019
Location: Downtown Yakima
22 S. 3rd St, Yakima, WA 98901
12 p.m.- 3 p.m. Downtown Association of Yakima is excited to bring you Horse-Drawn Wagon Rides in Downtown Yakima. These free rides happen three Saturday’s in a row in December. Rides will last about 20 minutes and will take through the heart of downtown Yakima. Jim Duke from D and D Carriages will be your driver. December 14th and 21st S and S Food Truck will provide hot chocolate, cider, and holiday treats with Santa giving out Candy Canes.
For more information call the Downtown Association of Yakima at 509-571-1328
Event Submitted by: Downtown Association Yakima -
*CNC Weekend Crash Course: Cornhole Boards at Yakima Maker Space
Date: 12/7/2019 - 12/8/2019
Location: Yakima
16 S. 1st Street, Yakima, WA 98901
10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Yakima Maker Space is excited to bring you CNC Weekend Crash Course: Cornhole Boards! The goals of this two-day crash course are to give students a better understanding of the advantages as well as complexity of CNC operation and why good design and understanding of CAD is important to the efficient execution of their designs.
Successful completion of workshop will give students a basic understanding of YMS Shopbot operation and a basic overview of VCarve Pro software. Class will review existing design file types, then execute the operation of one of those files to provide a working understanding of CNC operation and production. Students will finish with their very own cornhole boards upon completion of this class.
Based on instructor purview and successful completion of this class YMS members will be granted license to operate YMS Shopbot. All materials included in the cost of the class.
Min 3, Max 4 Students
Recommended ages 18+
Members: $205 + $135 materials
Non-Members: $230 + $135 materials
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/1446838808815478/
Event Submitted by: Downtown Association Yakima -
*Silent Santa at the Valley Mall
Date: 12/8/2019
Location: Union Gap
2529 Main St., Union Gap, WA 98903
At the Valley Mall, this unique sensory-friendly experience is geared towards our favorite Santa believers with special needs. We want to invite you to our Silent Santa events. On Sunday, December 1st and 8th from 9-11 AM, we will have photos with Santa in a controlled, low stimulus environment. For additional information or to RSVP please contact Valley Mall Guest Services at 509-469-9308.
Event Submitted by: Valley Mall -
*Downtown Yakima's Holiday Lighted Parade
Date: 12/8/2019
Location: Downtown Yakima
Yakima Ave
6-7 pm -The procession of glowing floats, farm equipment, and merry parade goers will commence at 6th Avenue and traverse down Yakima Ave, ending on 3rd Street.
To participate in the event applications can be picked up at Ron’s Coin and Book at 6 N. 3rd St., Yakima, WA 98901.
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/428191118071279/
Event Submitted by: Downtown Association Yakima -
*Tree Lighting Ceremony at the Millenium Plaza
Date: 12/8/2019
Location: Downtown Yakima
22 S. 3rd St, Yakima, WA 98901
7:00-7:30 pm - Following the Holiday Lighted Parade, come join us at Millennium Plaza for the ceremonial lighting of the Community Christmas Tree. The time on this is tentative as it depends on the length of the parade. There will be a choir singing Christmas carols and you can get your picture taken with Santa.
Event Submitted by: Downtown Association Yakima -
*Lighted Parade Candy Canes and Coupons at Tactical Tag
Date: 12/8/2019
Location: Yakima
315 W. Yakima Ave, Yakima, WA 98901
6 p.m. Come watch the downtown Yakima lighted parade and stop by Tactical Tag to get a free candy cane and $5 off coupon! We would love to say hi and Merry Christmas to everyone during this magical event.
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/558144144976655/
Event Submitted by: Downtown Association Yakima -
*The Wizardry Brunch at Newsroom Yakima
Date: 12/8/2019
Location: Yakima
5621 Summitview Ave, Yakima, WA 98908
10 a.m.- 2 p.m. It’s time to dust off those broomsticks, wash off your robes and get ready for the biggest Wizardry Brunch event this year! Can one truly get enough of Harry Potter? Nope, didn’t think so. A Hogwarts themed brunch is coming to Newsroom Yakima on December 8th, where you can drink magic potions and eat foods set for a wizard in Yakima, the Heart of Central Washington!
Featuring: Special Adult Wizard magic brews from Wandering Hop Brewery of Yakima!
Stop by, grab a themed beverage and take a journey next door over to Inklings Bookshop to discover the magical universe of all things Harry Potter, from books, gifts, and collectibles!
The Wizardry Brunch is an event for all lovers of magic and fantasy. A place of pure imagination, great drinks, food, and even better company. Come discover the magic....
This is an independently run and operated event in partnership with the Newsroom Yakima, Inklings Bookshop, and Wandering Hop and not related in any way to any properties or brands owned by Warner Brothers. This is a unique universe which is created just for you! All trademarks, service marks, trade names, trade dress, product names and logos appearing on the site are the property of their respective owners.
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/2207712882856327/
Event Submitted by: Inklings Bookshop -
*Sunday Funday at Single Hill Brewing Co
Date: 12/8/2019 - 12/29/2019
Location: Downtown Yakima
102 N Naches Ave., Yakima, WA 98901
1 pm-1:15 pm & 5 pm-5:15 pm - join us for $1 beers on Sundays! For these select times only we will be offering $1 beers! Limit 1 per person per 15 minute window. See you there! For more information please call us at 509.367.6756.
Event Submitted by: Single Hill Brewing Company -
*Open Mic Night at North Town Coffeehouse
Date: 12/8/2019 - 12/29/2019
Location: Downtown Yakima
32 North Front Street, Yakima, WA 98901
8 - 10 pm - Every Sunday you can stop by North Town Coffeehouse for open mic night! It’s open to all ages and free! If you’re looking to participate, show up a little early to get your name on the signup sheet. For more information please call 509.895.7600 or visit https://www.northtowncoffee.com/
Event Submitted by: North Town CoffeeHouse -
*Kids Shoot for Free at The Range
Date: 12/8/2019 - 12/29/2019
Location: Yakima
1701 Garretson Lane, Yakima, WA 98908
11 am - 7 pm - Join us at The Range for kid's day each Sunday. Kids 7-17 shoot for free with an adult. The Range is a great place for families to come and be in a safe environment while shooting. EDUCATE, EQUIP, EMPOWER! For more information please visit http://www.therangellc.com/events/detail.html?calendarid=532.
Event Submitted by: The Range -
*Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting at Paradisos del Sol Winery and Organic Vineyard
Date: 12/8/2019 - 12/29/2019
Location: Zillah
3230 Highland Drive, Zillah
9 am - Take a vineyard tour with Master Winegrower Paul Vandenberg every Sunday morning. Visit four vineyards to explore different management strategies, including Vineyard del Sol, perhaps the only vineyard in the World producing high-quality wines with zero pesticide use. Wholistic and beyond organic and bio-dynamic. End with wine tasting, of course!
Event Submitted by: Paradisos del Sol Winery and Organic Vineyard -
*Happy Hour Sundays at Milbrandt Vineyards
Date: 12/8/2019 - 12/29/2019
Location: Prosser
508 Cabernet Ct, Prosser, WA 99350
2 - 5 pm - Happy Hour Sundays at Milbrandt Vineyards in Prosser for specials on glass pours and small plates. Hang out next to the fire place and relax or grab a spot at the tasting bar and spend some time getting to know our staff!Go to https://milbrandtvineyards.com/event/happy-hour-sundays-4-2-2-2-2/ for more information.
Event Submitted by: Milbrandt Vineyards -
*Breakfast with Santa in Prosser
Date: 12/8/2019
Location: Prosser
1231 Dudley Ave, Prosser, WA 99350
8 - 11:30 am - Everyone is invited to enjoy breakfast with Santa. Children will be able to write a letter to Santa and drop it off in his mail box, take a picture with him, and create a keepsake ornament. Fee (ages 4-10): $3 Resident / $4 Non-Resident. Fee (ages 11+): $5 Resident / $6 Non-Resident. Registration opens November 1st, for more information please visit https://cityofprosser.com/index.asp?SEC=44657E75-67D5-4250-95D3-7CF676102CC8&Type=B_BASIC .
Event Submitted by: Prosser Chamber of Commerce -
*Hedges Make and Take Class at Hedges Family Estate
Date: 12/8/2019
Location: Benton City
53511 N. Sunset Rd, Benton City, WA 99320
11 a.m. Join us at Hedges Family Estates for a day of wine and gift making! You will receive instructions and guidance on making a custom-scented essential oils roller and a small bath tea. Cost is $25. Wine available for purchase in the tasting room.
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/514982872650212/
Event Submitted by: Hedges Family Estate -
*The Capitol Theatre presents: Mandy Patinkin in Concert: Diaries
Date: 12/9/2019 - 12/11/2019
Location: Yakima
19 S. 3rd Street, Yakima, WA 98901
7:30 p.m. Mandy Patinkin in Concert: DIARIES, presents the acclaimed actor / singer / storyteller in his most electrifying role: concert performer. “Mandy Patinkin is in the business of showstopping,” raves The New Yorker, and that’s exactly what he does in this powerful, passionate evening of song. DIARIES is a marriage of many of Mandy’s favorite Broadway and classic American tunes, along with selections from his newest recordings on Nonesuch Records, Mandy Patinkin Diary January 2018 and Mandy Patinkin Diary April/May 2018. From Randy Newman to Stephen Sondheim, from Harry Chapin to Rufus Wainwright, Mandy Patinkin takes you on a dazzling musical journey you’ll never forget.
Go to https://capitoltheatre.org/events/detail.html?calendarid=241 for more information.
Event Submitted by: The Capitol Theatre -
*Industry Nights at the Yakima Sports Center
Date: 12/9/2019 - 12/24/2019
Location: Yakima
214 E. Yakima Ave, Yakima, WA 98901
8 p.m.- 2 p.m. Industry Night is back! We've got DJ Big Ern back on for Karaoke and all you have to do now is come and enjoy your night off!
For all of you in the industry, please enjoy 20% off your entire bill from 8 pm until close!
Go to https://www.facebook.com/events/2325253031046948/ for more information
Event Submitted by: Yakima Sports Center -
*Industry Days at Maryhill Winery
Date: 12/9/2019 - 12/30/2019
Location: Goldendale
9774 Highway 14, Goldendale, WA 98620
10 am - Every Monday, we are welcoming hospitality and food & beverage employees to join us for a special Industry Days offer. Show your business card to receive a flight and our standard wine industry discount (25%). Wine industry members are invited to enjoy this opportunity all year long! For more information please visit https://www.facebook.com/events/354274768501594/. Open Daily, 10:00 am - 6:00 pm Daily (Extended hours on Saturdays til 8:00 pm Memorial Day - September)
Event Submitted by: Maryhill Winery -
*Bale Breaker Brewing Company Industry Nights
Date: 12/9/2019 - 12/30/2019
Location: Yakima
1801 Birchfield Road, Yakima, WA 98901
3 pm - Hey, hey Bale Breaker Brewing Company fans who work in the food/wine/beer/beverage industry! Every Monday night we're having Industry Night in the taproom. Come see us and enjoy $3.00 pint pours and 30% off all merchandise on these industry nights only! Share a pint with us and shoot the breeze. Cheers! For more information please visit https://www.facebook.com/events/826019361063889/ .
Event Submitted by: Bale Breaker Brewing Company -
*Wreath Making Workshop at Gilbert Cellars
Date: 12/9/2019
Location: Yakima
5 N. Front St, Yakima, WA 98901
5 p.m.- 7 p.m. Join our holiday wreath making workshop presented by Simply Crafted. Price includes all supplies plus your first glass of wine. Space is limited to 12 spots.
$65 – 14” gold hoop
$85 – 26” wine barrel ring
Contact Via to reserve your spot! via@gilbertcellars.com
Event Submitted by: Gilbert Cellars -
*Tasty Thai Cooking Class at Healthy Eats Classroom
Date: 12/10/2019
Location: Yakima
1101 W. Yakima Ave, Suite 115, Yakima, WA 98901
6 p.m.- 8 p.m. If there's one cuisine I could eat every day, it would be Thai food! Its amazing combinations of flavors and textures will make anyone a believer. If you’re a Thai enthusiast like me and would like to recreate some of your favorite dishes at home, then this class is for you! This is a hands-on cooking class where participants will be in groups helping to prepare one of the dishes and then share family style with the rest of the class. You get a full meal of five recipes plus receive a recipe packet to take home and make these dishes over and over again. Class tickets won't last long, so grab your spot and see you soon!
Only 24 spots available per class. Tickets are non-refundable but are transferable to another person or class one week prior to the class date. Kids over 8 are welcome to sign up with an adult and need a separate ticket. Message me with any questions. See you in class!
Menu:
Thai Rice Salad with Kale
Rainbow Pad Thai
Tom Kha Soup
Thai Red Curry Sweet Potatoes and Chickpeas
Mango Rice Pudding
For more information or to reserve your spot go to https://www.facebook.com/events/914339312273855/
Event Submitted by: Downtown Association Yakima -
*Story time with Santa at the Valley Mall
Date: 12/10/2019 - 12/17/2019
Location: Union Gap
2529 Main St., Union Gap, WA 98903
On Tuesday mornings at 11 AM from November 26th to December 17th, join Santa in the set for story time! Each week Santa will read a different classic Christmas story and at the end of the story will select one lucky child to take the book home
Event Submitted by: Valley Mall -
*Tuesday Night Skills Academy with Crossfire at Sozo Sports Complex
Date: 12/10/2019 - 1/28/2020
Location: Yakima
2200 S. 36th Ave, Yakima, WA 98903
6 p.m.- 7:30 p.m. Crossfire is excited to announce their fall 2019 sessions of Tuesday Night Skills Academy at Sozo Sports of Central Washington. Boys and Girls ages 7-13 are welcome to register for this event. Curriculum will focus on technical assignments, Ball mastery/confidence, and developing better technique. Sessions will be staffed by Crossfire Yakima Coaches and YVC Women’s Soccer Players. Registration is $100 and includes a Crossfire Skills Academy T-shirt.
Session dates are: December 3, 10, 17 and January 7, 14, 21, and 28.
For more information or to register go to www.yysa.org or call 509-453-1932
Event Submitted by: Sozo Sports of Central Washington -
*Bingo! at Bale Breaker Brewing Company
Date: 12/10/2019 - 4/14/2020
Location: Yakima
1801 Birchfield Rd, Yakima, WA 98901
The second Tuesday of every month from 5-7 pm we're hosting BINGO here at the Bale Breaker taproom! Hosted by our very own beertender Caleb M., enjoy our latest Imagination Station beers, our classic lineup always #FreshOffTheFarm, food trucks, and a coordinated Bingo game with friends.
Free! No tickets required. This is a NO CASH, NON-GAMBLING version of bingo. We're just playing for fun! Cheers!
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/2158261017817191/
Event Submitted by: Bale Breaker Brewing Company -
*Tuesday Toddler Time at Get Air
Date: 12/10/2019 - 12/31/2019
Location: Yakima
1015 East Lincoln Avenue, Yakima, WA 98901
10 am - 12 pm - Tuesdays and Thursdays we have a special time when we open the facility to little kids (under 46"). Little air jumpers and their parents are the only ones allowed during this time. Parents cannot share a trampoline with a child but can jump near them. The price is $8 per child, and one parent jumps free! *Toddler Time is not available during blackout dates or holidays. For more information visit http://getairyakima.com/events.
Event Submitted by: Get Air Yakima -
*Toddler Story Time at Inklings Bookshop
Date: 12/10/2019 - 12/31/2019
Location: Yakima
5629 Summitview Ave, Yakima, WA 98908
10 am
Event Submitted by: Inklings Bookshop -
*Kids Night at HopTown
Date: 12/10/2019 - 12/23/2019
Location: Wapato
2560 Donald Wapato Road, Wapato, WA 98951
4 p.m.- 8 p.m. Join us at HopTown Wood-Fired Pizza for Kids Night.We have several offerings for the family. We have bocce ball for kids [or adults]. We have an outside grass area that kids can run around on while parents are enjoying the nearby tables under the shade. We also have corn hole, limited Frisbee golf, yard jingo and sidewalk chalk. We offer Kid’s Night on Tuesdays. Kids get to come in and build their own pizzas. They mark the ingredients then when the ingredients come, they get to make their own creation right there at the table. Then, they bring it up to the wood-fired oven area and watch their pizza being cooked. Parents are right there at nearby tables. For the parents, we have 2 of our own ciders for tasting. Or, they can order a local brew tasting. For more information email carrie@hoptownpizza.com or visit http://www.facebook.com/carrie.wright.921/posts/10214186352602632.
Event Submitted by: HopTown Wood-Fired Pizza and Seester Cider -
*Tactical Tuesdays at The Range
Date: 12/10/2019 - 12/31/2019
Location: Yakima
1701 Garretson Lane, Yakima, WA 98908
6 - 8 pm - One of our firearm experts will lead participants through several real-life tactical scenarios. Format similar to action but no timers or scoring and we will run each through more than once to learn a specific tactical skill. Great way to increase your skill level and learn from our experts. $10 members $20 non members. You can sign up on line to ensure your spot or pay in store. For more information please visit http://www.therangellc.com/events/detail.html?calendarid=852.
Event Submitted by: The Range -
*Comedy Open Mic Night at Yakima Sports Center
Date: 12/10/2019 - 12/31/2019
Location: Yakima
214 E Yakima Ave, Yakima
7:30-9:00 pm. Come on out to Yakima Sports Center every Tuesday for a good belly laugh!
Event Submitted by: Yakima Sports Center -
*Taco Tuesdays at Yakima Sports Center
Date: 12/10/2019 - 12/31/2019
Location: Yakima
214 E Yakima Ave, Yakima
4 pm. Each Tuesday you can enjoy tacos starting at 4 pm till we run out!
Event Submitted by: Yakima Sports Center -
*Taco Tuesday's at McGuire's Irish Pub
Date: 12/10/2019 - 12/31/2019
Location: Yakima
4807 Tieton Dr, Yakima, WA 98908
5-9 pm. Taco Tuesday at McGuire's Irish Pub! 4 Street Tacos for $9.95. Small Chips & Salsa for $1.99.
1st Tuesday – Pork2nd Tuesday – Beef3rd Tuesday – Chicken4th Tuesday – Fish5th Tuesday – Shrimp
Event Submitted by: McGuire's Irish Restaurant and Pub -
*Education Celebration at Single Hill Brewing Company
Date: 12/11/2019 - 4/29/2020
Location: Yakima
102 N. Naches Ave, Yakima, WA 98901
4 p.m.-8 p.m. Join Single Hill Brewing Company in showing our appreciation for educators and celebrating the fundamental importance of education. We are hosting Education Celebration every Wednesday from September through April
We will be honoring teachers, educators, and shapers of growing minds! Come out and enjoy $1 off beers at Single Hill. Just show your school ID Badge for the discount.
Go to https://www.facebook.com/events/1014811482244388/ for more information
Event Submitted by: Single Hill Brewing Company -
*Pre-Game Day at Gilbert Cellars
Date: 12/11/2019 - 12/18/2019
Location: Yakima
5 N. Front St, Yakima, WA 98901
1 p.m.- 5 p.m. At Gilbert Cellars football season calls for touchdown worthy wines! Come in between 1-5 PM any Wednesday, through the end of the year, and get $10 OFF when you buy 3+ bottles of Left Bank and/or Unoaked Chardonnay!
•One pre-game special per customer per Wednesday
•In-Store Only
•Must be 21+
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/2582032635180145/
Event Submitted by: Gilbert Cellars -
*Geeks Who Drink Trivia at Yakima Sports Center
Date: 12/11/2019 - 12/18/2019
Location: Yakima
214 E Yakima Ave, Yakima
7-9 pm. Every Wednesday. Geeks Who Drink Trivia is the best trivia night in town. Round up your favorite group of wise guys and gals and test how much you actually know!
Event Submitted by: Yakima Sports Center -
*Story Time at the Yakima Valley Museum
Date: 12/11/2019 - 12/18/2019
Location: Yakima
2105 Tieton Drive Yakima
10 am - Join us each Wednesday for an hour of crafts, snacks, and a story. The first Wednesday of every month we are joined by guests from the Yakima Symphony Orchestra for a story and music. Special guest: Denise Dillenbeck, YSO concertmaster. FREE! For more information, visit http://yakimavalleymuseum.org/education/storytime/index.cfm .
Event Submitted by: Yakima Valley Museum -
*Salsa Lesson Wednesdays at The Seasons
Date: 12/11/2019 - 12/26/2019
Location: Downtown Yakima
101 North Naches Avenue Yakima, WA 98901
New 4 week series starting every month! Level 1 (7 - 8 pm) - Beginner with no experience. Level 2 (8 - 9 pm) - Beginner who completed level 1. Register at the door on the first day of classes. No partner or dancing experience necessary to attend. We have an optional rotating system, so you will have the chance to meet new people. Our classes are open to the general public (that means everyone) ages 14 & up. We start from zero and build up with each class. Level 2 classes are for those who have completed level 1. Students at this level have been introduced to basic footwork patterns, simple turns and know how to execute a cross body lead. Instructor permission is required if you join level 2 without completing level. Cost: $40/Person – 4 classes each 60 min. For more information please call Salvador Castaneda at 509.895.4445 or visit www.facebook.com/yakimasalsa.
Event Submitted by: The Seasons Performance Hall -
*Naches Heights Vineyard Winter Wine Club Party
Date: 12/11/2019
Location: Yakima
304 N. 2nd St, Yakima, WA 98901
6 p.m.- 8 p.m. Join Naches Heights Vineyard for our annual Christmas Wine Club Party at The Women's Century Club on 304 N. 2nd St. in Yakima. We will be serving heavy appetizers and offering samples of the newly released wines. Please rsvp to attend at marypatterson333@gmail.com / must be a wine club member to attend, you may email us to join today!
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/995952094088910/
Event Submitted by: Naches Heights Vineyard -
*Wednesday Trivia Night at Hop Nation Brewing Company
Date: 12/11/2019 - 12/18/2019
Location: Yakima
31 N. 1st Ave, Yakima, WA 98902
7-9:30 pm. Don't miss Trivia Night every Wednesday at Hop Nation Brewing Company! Enjoy $1 off pints, a witty game of trivia every week, and you can even win great prizes! Be sure to also try our full menu of delicious beers on tap! And don't forget we always have great dinner options available, too! You can even bring the kiddos! See you there!
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/831959567260928/
Event Submitted by: Hop Nation Brewing Co. -
*Grinch and Leg Lamp String Art Class at Single Hill Brewing Company
Date: 12/12/2019
Location: Yakima
102 N. Naches Ave, Yakima, WA 98901
6:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m. Come join String Art by Kaly at Single Hill Brewing Company for a fun festive class making the Grinch OR Leg Lamp string art! You choose! Drinks will be available for purchase at the class!
The boards will be stained and hammered up ahead of time by me and brought to the class ready for everyone to string them up! The Grinch boards are 18in tall by 15in wide and the Leg Lamp boards are 24in tall by 12in wide
Spots will be limited to 15 guests! They are all first come first serve. Spots can't be reserved without payment.
The price of this class is $40 plus tax. All payments are due by Sunday December 8th by midnight. Late sign-ups will be based on availability and will have a $5 late sign-up fee. Payments can be made via PayPal, Venmo or an emailed invoice. $2.00 electronic service fee will be applied to your total.
**If you sign up and are not able to come to the class, refunds are not available. I will have already put work in and made your board(s). If you can't attend then you can either send someone in your place to make the board (you need to let me know ahead of time) OR to pick up the materials for you**
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/1156395834750575/
Event Submitted by: Single Hill Brewing Company -
*1 cent Shipping on Wine Gift Boxes at Purple Star Wines
Date: 12/12/2019 - 12/14/2019
Location: Benton City
56504 N East Roza Rd, Benton City, WA 99320
Holiday gift giving made easy! 1 cent shipping on all of our Wine Gift Box sets. This year give the gift that is always the right color and size, Washington Wine!
For more information go to http://terravinumwines.orderport.net/wines/Purple-Star
Event Submitted by: Purple Star Wines -
*Braggin' Rights Singing Competition at Drink'n Games
Date: 12/12/2019 - 12/19/2019
Location: Yakima
509 W. Yakima Ave, Yakima, WA 98902
8 p.m. Drink'n Games is proud to present the First Annual "Braggin' Rights" Singing Competition. This is a 6-week competition* where contestants will qualify week after week to the next round until there is only one contestant left who will hold the ultimate Braggin' Rights title and $500 in cash!! (Contestants will also win fun prizes along the way)
Thursday, Nov. 14th kicks off the first of 2 open audition nights. There is no fee to enter. Contestants will be judged based on singing ability, stage presence, and overall performance. The top 4 contestants will be proceeding to the next round.
*We will not be holding the competition on the Thursday of Thanksgiving.
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/2431187646999574/
Event Submitted by: Downtown Association Yakima -
*Larson Gallery and Gilbert Cellars present Artwork of Darcie Roberts
Date: 12/12/2019 - 1/8/2020
Location: Downtown Yakima
5 N. Front St, Yakima, WA 98901
Larson Gallery and Gilbert Cellars presents the Artwork of Darcie Roberts. Come see her amazing creations while you sip on wine at Gilbert Cellars. Her artwork will be on display from November 14th until January 8th. Opening Reception is on November 14th from 5 p.m.- 8 p.m. Admission is free.
Event Submitted by: Larson Gallery -
*Santa Paws at the Valley Mall
Date: 12/12/2019 - 12/19/2019
Location: Union Gap
2529 Main St., Union Gap, WA 98903
5 p.m.- 8 p.m. Attention all pet lovers! Santa wants to meet your pets at the Valley Mall. On three special nights, December 5th, 12th, and 19th. Bring your pets in for an extra special photo with Santa. Valley Mall has partnered with Southern Heart Animal Rescue and will have special treats for the pets.
Event Submitted by: Valley Mall -
*Chamber Holiday Party at the Greater Yakima Chamber of Commerce
Date: 12/12/2019
Location: Yakima
10 N. 9th St, Yakima, WA 98901
5 p.m.- 8 p.m. Greater Yakima Chamber of Commerce is having their Annual Chamber Holiday Party! There will be food, beverages, and raffle prizes! Visit with friends and make new ones! Always a fun time for all! Admission is $10 for members and $20 for nonmembersFor more information go to https://chamber.yakima.org/events/details/2019-chamber-holiday-party-24144
Event Submitted by: Greater Yakima Chamber of Commerce -
*Painted Piano Unveiling and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at Single Hill Brewing Company
Date: 12/12/2019
Location: Yakima
102 N. Naches Ave, Yakima, WA 98901
5:30 p.m.- 9 p.m. Join us at Single Hill Brewing Company for our Painted Piano Ribbon Cutting Celebration December 12, 2019 at 5:30. We will be Unveiling the work of Jamaica Zoglman who designed and painted the Painted Piano that will be featured at Single Hill Brewing. Come down and learn about the "Painted Piano Project", meet all the local artists and find out where you can visit all the painted pianos across town. We want to extend a big thank you to the Yakima Sunrise Rotary Club for organizing this beautiful community art project.
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/2490577297857062/
Event Submitted by: Single Hill Brewing Company -
*Paint Nites at AntoLin Cellars
Date: 12/12/2019 - 12/26/2019
Location: Yakima
14 N Front Street, Yakima WA 98901
6 - 8 pm every Thursday. A great way to experience fun, relaxation, a night out with friends, camaraderie, and education! Includes paint, instruction, use of tools, and your own painting on canvas to take home. These events fill up fast. You must reserve your spot. For tickets and details please visit http://antolincellars.com/wine-tasting-room-news-events/.
Event Submitted by: AntoLin Cellars -
*Yappy Hour at Norm's of Yakima
Date: 12/12/2019 - 12/26/2019
Location: Downtown Yakima
5 North Front Street, Yakima, WA 98901
5 pm - 8 pm - Every Thursday join us all year for Yappy Hour, hosted by Norm's of Yakima and sponsored by Tito's Handmade Vodka! Choose from a specially mixed Tito's drink menu and $1 from every drink purchased will be donated to help save the lives of animals in our community. Some drinks include: Salty Dog, Hair of the Dog, Moscow Mutt, Pawtini, and Pomeranian. We can't wait to cheers to a great cause! For more information please visit
Event Submitted by: Norm's of Yakima -
*Thursday Toddler Time at Get Air
Date: 12/12/2019 - 12/26/2019
Location: Yakima
1015 East Lincoln Avenue, Yakima, WA 98901
10 am - 12 pm - Tuesdays and Thursdays we have a special time when we open the facility to little kids (under 46"). Little air jumpers and their parents are the only ones allowed during this time. Parents cannot share a trampoline with a child but can jump near them. The price is $8 per child, and one parent jumps free! *Toddler Time is not available during blackout dates or holidays. For more information visit getairyakima.com/events.
Event Submitted by: Get Air Yakima -
*Study Hall: Student Happy Hour Thursdays at Gilbert Cellars
Date: 12/13/2019
Location: Downtown Yakima
5 North Front St. Suite 100, Yakima, WA 98901
4 - 6 pm. Studying hard all week? Thursday is the new Friday! Take the evening for yourself to enjoy $5 select glass-pours from 4 - 6 pm every Thursday at our downtown tasting room! Students must be 21 and over and show valid student ID.
Event Submitted by: Gilbert Cellars -
*Luminaria at the Yakima Area Arboretum
Date: 12/13/2019 - 12/14/2019
Location: Yakima
1401 Arboretum Drive, Yakima, WA 98901
6 p.m.- 10 p.m. Take a magical candle-lit walk through the wintry wonderland of the Yakima Area Arboretum during the annual Luminaria. This two-night event will enchant the entire family with over a thousand candles lighting their way.
Luminaria features a .8-mile loop trail through the Arboretum's wintery landscape, lit by the light of over 1000 candles. The trail is flat and suitable for all walkers. While on the trail enjoy listening to music from the Arboretum’s Carillon Bell Tower and view the lights in the trees. Inside you can warm up with cups of Tree Top apple cider, Starbuck's coffee, and hot chocolate, all while enjoying live music, children's crafts, and shopping in the Tree House Gift Shop.
You will also be able to get a bite to eat while you're here as Blissful Bites and What I Crave will be parked in our Founder's Courtyard.
The entrance drive into the Arboretum will be closed to all traffic, except those with permits, starting at 5:00 PM. Yakima Transit is offering a FREE shuttle service from the U-Haul parking lot across the street to the front doors of the Jewett Interpretive Center. You are also welcome to park at U-Haul and walk to the Arboretum.
Holders of official handicap parking stickers and pre-arranged Arboretum parking passes can park in designated parking areas in front of the Arboretum's Jewett Interpretive Center during the event. Warning: If you have an official pass you will be UNABLE to turn directly from Highway 24/Nob Hill Boulevard into the Arboretum. For access to the Arboretum you will first need to turn into the U-Haul parking area before driving back across the street using the stoplight. Please present your pass to the gate attendants.
For more information go to http://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=uhwrcxcab&oeidk=a07egmffqf0fb8e71b5
Event Submitted by: Yakima Area Arboretum -
*AntoLin Cellars Presents: Rondi Marsh and Chuck Easton
Date: 12/13/2019
Location: Yakima
14 N Front Street, Yakima, WA 98901
Open 12 p.m.- 9 p.m. Join us at AntoLin Cellars for live music by Rondi Marsh and Chuck Easton Starting at 7 p.m. Rondi's performances provide entertaining jazz vocal standards and original compositions ranging from torch singers of early days jazz to pop hits with a jazz twist like with the arrangements of "Spooky" or "Moondance".
Her expressive voice and repertoire mixes the lounge singers appeal of yesteryear with contemporary pop-jazz. Her approach to making and performing contemporary jazz makes her performance appealing to audiences of all ages.
Chuck Easton is a master of his craft on jazz guitar. He is actively involved in the jazz scene each summer for Jazz Port Townsend and is a frequent clinician there. He's driving over from Port Townsend, WA to play so don't miss this!
Of course, because it's December they will play many jazz holiday tunes to celebrate the season along with other Jazz standards we love.
Savor award-winning wines in their comfortable, casual and contemporary Tasting Room, while discovering the work of local artists in their Tasting Room Art Gallery.
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/379802352925547/
Event Submitted by: AntoLin Cellars -
*Full Moon Fondue with Freehand Cellars
Date: 12/13/2019
Location: Wapato
420 Windy Point Dr, Wapato, WA 98951
5 p.m.- 8 p.m. Join Freehand Cellars for our first Full Moon Fondue. Every full moon Freehand Cellars will host an epic fondue experience. The night will include personal fondue sets per person and our signature Freehand cheese fondue to enjoy with your choice of bread, veggies, roasted potatoes, meats, fruits and pasta. Cap the night off with a sweet treat you won't want to miss.
Tickets are non-refundable, however, tickets can be transferred to another individual.
Ticket purchase at Freehand is accepted (must be before event & while tickets last).
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/436363033696641/
Event Submitted by: Freehand Cellars -
*Queensryche at Legends Casino and Hotel
Date: 12/14/2019
Location: Toppenish
580 Fort Road, Toppenish, WA 98948
7 p.m. Legends Casino and Hotel is excited to bring you live music from Queensryche. Queensryche is an American heavy metal band. Prices range from $15-$30. Must be 18 years and older to attend.
For more information go to https://legendscasino.com/events/
Event Submitted by: Legends Casino - Hotel -
*Holiday Gift Wrap and Open House at Alexandria Nicole Cellars
Date: 12/14/2019
Location: Prosser
2880 Lee Rd, Prosser, WA 99350
11 a.m.-5 p.m. Check off all your holiday shopping boxes with Alexandria Nicole Cellars and Girls on the Run charity at our ‘Wrap it Up’ Open House. Feel fantastic having your holiday gifts wrapped by Girls on the Run and again when you give your perfectly wrapped present! All proceeds from gift wrapping go to Girls on the Run.
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/3277703642303905/
Event Submitted by: Alexandria Nicole Cellars -
*Tieton Cider Works Holiday Bazaar
Date: 12/14/2019
Location: Yakima
619 W. J St, Yakima, WA 98902
1 p.m.- 7 p.m. Join Tieton Cider Works for our first ever Holiday Bazaar in our upstairs space! Sip some cider while you shop for unique holiday gifts and maybe even enter our beard competition (all beards welcome)!
12 local vendors, live music, and plenty of gift ideas!
Winter Cider Club shipments will also be available for pickup.
Vendors on site from 1 pm-7 pm
Vendor List to be announced soon
Live music from Evan Egerer 4-7 pm
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/427763304804788/
Event Submitted by: Tieton Cider Works -
*Mulled Wine Walk in Downtown Yakima
Date: 12/14/2019
Location: Downtown Yakima
14 S. 1st St, Yakima, WA 98901
1 p.m.- 5 p.m. Two Saturdays before Christmas, the Downtown Association of Yakima invite you to finish up your holiday shopping in style. Our three downtown tasting rooms, (AntoLin Cellars, Gilbert Cellars, and Kana Winery), and specialty wine shop, Stems, will be serving up warm spiced wine alongside a variety of gifts, perfect for the wine lover on your list.
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/406331653650967/
Event Submitted by: Downtown Association Yakima -
*Death By Chocolate Cooking Class with Healthy Eats Classroom
Date: 12/14/2019
Location: Yakima
1101 W. Yakima Ave, Suite 115, Yakima, WA 98901
6 p.m.- 8 p.m. Your first question may be, "a chocolate class led by a registered dietitian?" Yes, you read that right! So, if you are a chocolate fan like myself, come prepared to be in a chocolate coma or wide awake all night from its stimulating effects on the brain. Either way your taste buds will be tantalized with a variety of dishes ranging from rich and decadent to savory. This class is a chocolate lover dream that's not to be missed! This is a hands-on cooking class where participants will be in groups preparing one of the dishes to share with the rest of the class. There are 6 recipes total to make, taste in class, and take home the recipes to make over and over again for your chocolate go-tos. Don't wait, spots fill up quickly! So, grab a friend, family member or another chocoholic and come join us for the first ever all chocolate cooking class!
Only 22 spots available per class. Tickets are non-refundable but are transferable to another person or class one week prior to the class date. Kids over 8 are welcome to sign up with an adult and need a separate ticket. Message me with any questions. See you in class!
Menu:
Chocolate Dipped Macaroon Cookies
Decadent Chocolate Pie
Hearty Choco Chili
Chocolate Cherry Nirvana Smoothie
-----and so much more!
Recipes are dairy free, egg free and gluten free!
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/2431673007107459/
Event Submitted by: Downtown Association Yakima -
*Ugly Sweater Party at Single Hill Brewing Company
Date: 12/14/2019
Location: Yakima
102 N. Naches Ave, Yakima, WA 98901
4 p.m.-8 p.m. Get ready for some holiday cheer and join United Way, New Leaders of Yakima County and Single Hill Brewing for a night of holiday festivities. There will be an ugly sweater contest, raffle prizes, music, photo booth, Salsa Food Truck and SANTA!
Entry Fee is either $10 or a Toy. 2 drink tickets and a raffle ticket are included.
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/431274597773734/
Event Submitted by: Single Hill Brewing Company -
*Santa Claus and Friends Trolley with Yakima Valley Trolleys
Date: 12/14/2019 - 12/22/2019
Location: Yakima
306 W. Pine St., Yakima WA 98902
10 am to 3 pm (half-hourly): ALL BOARD a Santa Claus and friends Yakima Valley Trolley for a 15 to 30-minute, round-trip, special excursion (reindeer are resting back at the North Pole) by using 600 volts of direct current to get around Yakima, Washington. Come into Yakima Valley Trolleys or YVT festively decorated Powerhouse Museum for our annual Santa Claus and friends Trolley. Everyone is invited for this joyous, fun filled, memorable event. Children will find treats throughout the YVTs festively decorated Powerhouse Museum and some holiday snacks, too. Plus, you never know what maybe in Santa’s red bag?
Your $7 special West Pine fare ticket must be purchased at the Yakima Valley Trolley Powerhouse Museum at 418 South 3rd Avenue in Yakima, Washington before each departure time for your seat on our 1928 Oporto Trolley number 1976.
Santa Trolley runs on December 14, 15, 21, and 22.
SPECIAL: YVTs members and Children 2 years old and younger on lap at all times are FREE. For more information CALL 509.249.5962 TODAY or visit
Event Submitted by: Yakima Valley Trolleys -
*Decemberfest at The Seasons Performance Hall
Date: 12/14/2019
Location: Yakima
101 N. Naches Ave, Yakima, WA 98901
6 p.m.- 11:30 p.m. Join us at The Seasons Performance Hall for a full-on party and benefit concert for Toys for Tots and The Seasons Performance Hall.
Watch this space for our line-up of great bands and breweries for the 2nd annual Holiday bash: DECEMBERFEST! Highlighting local bands and breweries, bards and big shots, in a blast of a party, DECEMBERFEST was the unexpected highlight of 2018. So, we decided to make it an annual tradition and add a little (barbecue) spice to boot!
Roam between our beer and barbecue Holiday rolling feast in The Seasons Gallery/Bistro featuring 8 micro-breweries and our new Slow Pokes Barbecure Bistro, and our main performance hall, where a huge NW Band line up awaits l with dancing and stories, surprises and holiday spirit.
Generously sponsored by your friendly, locally-owned bank: Yakima Federal Savings and Loan
For more information go to https://theseasonsyakima.com/events/the-seasons-presents/decemberfest
Event Submitted by: The Seasons Performance Hall -
*The Seasons Performance Hall Presents The Ellington Jazz Nutcracker with CWU Jazz Band
Date: 12/14/2019
Location: Yakima
101 N. Naches Ave, Yakima, WA 98901
1 p.m.-4 p.m. The Seasons Performance Hall Presents the Ellington Jazz Nutcracker with CWU Jazz Band. It's a Holiday Matinee for families and students of all ages to hear the great Tchaikovsky "Nutcracker Suite" as transformed in 1960 by Duke Ellington & Billy Strayhorn into an American jazz masterpiece. And performed by one of the best college jazz bands in the country: The Central Washington University Jazz Band under the direction of Chris Bruya.
A modern classic, The Jazz Nutcracker is filled with energy, intelligence, swing and all the innovation and improvisation of the jazz age. Each of its songs take off from one of the beloved originals from Tchaikovsky's beloved Holiday Classic, and while the source is recognizable, each is transformed and magnified into a snappy, humorous, high-energy platform for musical fun and improvisation.
For more information go to https://theseasonsyakima.com/events/the-seasons-presents/the-ellington-jazz-nutcracker-with-cwu-jazz-band
Event Submitted by: The Seasons Performance Hall -
*Holiday Flights and Bites at Milbrandt Vineyards
Date: 12/14/2019
Location: Prosser
508 Cabernet Ct., Prosser, WA 99350
2-5 pm. Come enjoy Milbrandt Vineyard’s festively decorated tasting room and treat yourself to a holiday wine and food pairing. Live music by the talented Amber Sweeney. Relax by the fire and enjoy the cozy atmosphere of our tasting room on a cold winter day. $17 club | $20 General
For more information call 509788-0030
Event Submitted by: Milbrandt Vineyards -
*Meet the Maker: Fortuity Cellars at The Walter Clore Wine and Culinary Center
Date: 12/14/2019
Location: Prosser
2140A Wine Country Road, Prosser ,WA 99350
1:30 p.m.- 4 p.m. Join us at The Walter Clore Wine and Culinary Center as we meet the makers from Fortuity Cellars. Included in Tasting Fee: Meet the Maker is our way of bringing winemakers, vineyard managers, and winery owners directly to you! Included in your standard tasting fee, you're invited to taste wines directly from these wine-industry folks, hear their story, and support their endeavors.
Fortuity Cellars is a new winery located in the Yakima Valley. Their focus is on making elegant, food-friendly, beautiful wines. A hit at this year's Rising Stars and winners of this year's 2019 Small Business Administration Rising Startup of the Year for Washington State and Northern Idaho. Stop in, meet owners Emily and Lee, and taste their lovely wines.
Go to https://www.facebook.com/events/586271055236249/?event_time_id=586271061902915 for more information
Event Submitted by: Walter Clore Wine and Culinary Center -
*Old Town Christmas Parade in Union Gap
Date: 12/15/2019
Location: Union Gap
Main Street, Union Gap, WA 98903
6 p.m. Come enjoy Union Gap's 16th Annual OLD TOWN Christmas parade! Bundle up, grab some cocoa and come watch the lighted parade - a favorite family tradition. Starts at the Peppermint Stick Drive In and follows Main Street to the Sears parking lot at The Valley Mall.
For more information go to https://www.visituniongap.com/union-gap-event-detail.php?id=259
Event Submitted by: City of Union Gap -
*Supper Club: Brunch and Be Merry! at Walter Clore Wine and Culinary Center
Date: 12/15/2019
Location: Prosser
2140A Wine Country Road, Prosser ,WA 99350
10 a.m.- 12:30 p.m. At Walter Clore Wine and Culinary Center we have flipped the script on Supper Club for the month of December! We have teamed up with Janna Noble from Taylored Catering for a festive holiday brunch. What's on the menu:
TO EAT:
Orange & Cardamom French Toast
Farm-Fresh Eggs Omelette Bar
Breakfast Potato Hash
Hickory-Smoked Bacon & Sausage
Kolache (fresh pastries)
Sunday Brunch Spinach Salad
Bagel bar/Charcuterie Board
Seasonal Fruits
TO DRINK:
Build Your Own Mimosa & Michelada Bar
Founder's Brewing Co CBS-maple syrup bourbon barrel-aged chocolate stout Iron Horse Brewery Cozy Sweater-a vanilla milk stout
Price: $40/person or $35/Best Cellars
Must be 21 to attend. Tickets are non-refundable, but may be transferred in advance.
For more information go to https://www.theclorecenter.org/
Event Submitted by: Walter Clore Wine and Culinary Center -
*Paint your Pet In Yakima at Wilridge Vineyard, Winery and Distillery
Date: 12/15/2019
Location: Yakima
250 Ehler Road, Yakima, WA 98908
1 p.m.- 5 p.m. Have a furry friend you love? Grab your friends, pop open a bottle of wine, and paint your four-legged (or winged!) pal at Wilridge Vineyard, Winery and Distillery. We provide everything you need to create an adorable 12” x 16” work of art you’ll cherish forever.
How can it be so easy? (You might be asking) Well, Becky (our talented teaching artist) will design and prep your watercolor paper with a drawing of your pet based on a photo. All you need to do is submit 3 non-blurry, well-lit, close-up (mainly head and shoulders) photos of your pet. She will then choose the best one and get your canvas prepped for you. It's that simple... you get to do the fun part... paint your masterpiece! At the Paint Party you will be guided step-by-step using our unique watercolor process and techniques to paint your pet using a stylistic non-realistic color palette of your choice.
1:00pm - 5:00pm If it takes longer or you feel you need more time you can stay longer (we won’t kick you out).
This party MUST be preregistered.
REGISTRATION DEADLINE: December 3rd
THEN: Email beckybrice@me.com with 3 (yes 3) close ups of your 'ONE' pet (dog, cat, hamster, bird, etc) Please title your email "Paint your Pet Party" in the subject area.
PHOTO SUBMITION DEADLINE: 3 photos via email by December 4th NO EXCEPTIONS!!! Please make sure photos of close-up (head and shoulders), of good resolution and with good lighting.
NO REFUNDS and NOW EXCHANGES.
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/2468206260129531/
Event Submitted by: Wilridge Vineyard, Winery and Distillery -
*Christmas Light Tour at KDNA NCEC
Date: 12/16/2019
Location: Granger
121 Sunnyside Ave, Granger, WA 98932
6:00 pm at KDNA/NCEC (121 Sunnyside Ave., Granger). Ride a bus around listening to Christmas music and enjoy viewing the beautiful Christmas lights. Afterward you are invited to stay for some cookies and cocoa while also singing along to some of the classic Christmas songs.
Event Submitted by: Granger Chamber of Commerce -
*Santa's Satellite Workshop: A Wrapping Party at Bale Breaker Brewing Company
Date: 12/18/2019
Location: Yakima
1801 Birchfield Rd, Yakima, WA 98901
5 p.m.- 7 p.m. Join us at Bale Breaker Brewing Company for Santa’s Satellite Workshop – A Wrapping Party. We're slinging $4 pints, plus giving 10% off all apparel/merch! There will also be an Elf on the Shelf contest/giveaway. More details to come, stay tuned!
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/762837044143037/
Event Submitted by: Bale Breaker Brewing Company -
*Foreign Film Screening: Breathless at Gilbert Cellars
Date: 12/18/2019
Location: Yakima
5 N. Front St, Yakima, WA 98901
7 p.m.- 9 p.m. Come join us at Gilbert Cellars for some wine and a classic foreign film. First in line is director Jean-Luc Goddard's French New Wave film "Breathless". It is the story of a small-time thief who steals a car and impulsively murders a motorcycle policeman. Wanted by the authorities, he reunites with a hip American journalism student and attempts to persuade her to run away with him to Italy. Film Critic Robert Ebert gave it a 4/4 and states "Modern movies begin here, with Jean-Luc Godard's "Breathless" in 1960. No debut film since "Citizen Kane" in 1942 has been as influential." Presented by Wine & Science.
Running time 90 minutes. French with subtitles. Free.
Film starts promptly at 7:00 pm
Seating limited to 25
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/2518026381567533/
Event Submitted by: Gilbert Cellars -
*Third Friday Live Music at Gard Vintners
Date: 12/20/2019
Location: Ellensburg
311 Pearl St., Ellensburg, WA 98926
6 p.m.- 9 p.m. Join us at Gard Vintners every third Friday for live music.
November-Chuck BoomDecember-Billy Mack
For more information go to https://www.gardwine.com/events
Event Submitted by: Gard Vintners -
*AntoLin Cellars Presents: These Guitars Say Sorry
Date: 12/20/2019
Location: Yakima
14 N Front Street, Yakima, WA 98901
7 p.m. AntoLin Cellars is excited to announce live music from These Guitars Say Sorry. These Guitars Say Sorry is a “band” with just one guy and a guitar featuring songs about people and what they go through, like aging and the passage of time. Growing up west of London, England, Jez Slowe is not your average Yakima musician. He is an English singer/songwriter with some influence from Billy Bragg.
Savor award-winning wines in our comfortable, casual and contemporary Tasting Room, while discovering the work of local artists in our Tasting Room Art Gallery.
Music: Jez Slowe
Food: Delivered to your table by Local Purveyors
Art: Becky Melcher
Wine tastings are offered until 7 pm. Thereafter wine will only be sold by the glass and by the bottle.
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/403905003635608/
Event Submitted by: AntoLin Cellars -
*Some Scottish Christmas Cheer at Berchman's Brewing Company
Date: 12/21/2019
Location: Yakima
25 N. Front Street, Suite 2, Yakima, WA 98901
6 p.m.- 9 p.m. Join us at Berchman’s Brewing Company for an evening of Christmas Cheer. Releases of the Scottish Ales, bagpipes, and small bites. Darin Record's performance on his bagpipes is truly mesmerizing and will capture your heart! Make sure you wear your kilt or sash for a special treat!
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/2383191791930064/
Event Submitted by: Berchman's Brewing Company -
*Christmasy Paint Night at The Gathering
Date: 12/21/2019
Location: Yakima
111 S. 5th Ave, Yakima, WA 98902
4:30 p.m.- 7:30 p.m. Join us at The Gathering for a Christmas-y Paint Night. I'll help you paint one of two delightful elves on an 8 X 10 canvas. $25, in advance. Please stop by The Gathering to reserve your place.
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/679024515960603/
Event Submitted by: City of Yakima -
*The Seasons Performance Hall Presents Night of Noel: Carols from Christmas Past
Date: 12/21/2019
Location: Yakima
101 N. Naches Ave, Yakima, WA 98901
5:30 p.m.- 9 p.m. Join us at The Seasons Performance Hall for Night of Noel: Carols from Christmas Past. Kimberlee Dray has recruited local Pianist Darin Kaschmitter to present a program of Christmas favorites for the whole family. Favorite carols on the program include:
Greensleeves
In the Bleak Midwinter
Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring
Sussex Carol
Silent Night
White Christmas
...and many others.
Come and hear and feel this classic Christmas carols as performed by a local violinist with a large internet following and a unique faith in the healing power of music.
For more information go to https://theseasonsyakima.com/events/the-seasons-presents/night-of-noel-carols-from-christmas-past
Event Submitted by: The Seasons Performance Hall -
*Nostalgic Cheese presents: The 2019 Christmas Extravaganza-O-Rama at Hop Nation Brewing Company
Date: 12/21/2019
Location: Yakima
31 N. 1st Ave, Yakima, WA 98902
7 p.m.- 10 p.m. Join us at Hop Nation Brewing Company for Nostalgic Cheese presents: The 2019 Christmas Extravaganza-O-Rama. It's that time of year again to celebrate! A collection of holiday songs to lift your spirits! The Phoenix Room kitchen will be serving up some amazing food to go with the in house made Beer you will probably be drinking!
Go to https://www.facebook.com/events/373446863570879/ for more information
Event Submitted by: Hop Nation Brewing Co. -
*Braggin' Rights Finale at Drink'n Games
Date: 12/26/2019
Location: Yakima
509 W. Yakima Ave, Yakima, WA 98902
8 p.m.- 12 a.m. Drink'n Games is proud to present the First Annual "Braggin' Rights" Singing Competition. This is a 6-week competition* where contestants will qualify week after week to the next round until there is only one contestant left who will hold the ultimate Braggin' Rights title and $500 in cash!! (Contestants will also win fun prizes along the way)
Thursday, Nov. 14th kicks off the first of 2 open audition nights. There is no fee to enter. Contestants will be judged based on singing ability, stage presence, and overall performance. The top 4 contestants will be proceeding to the next round.
*We will not be holding the competition on the Thursday of Thanksgiving.
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/2398501703732848/
Event Submitted by: Downtown Association Yakima -
*AntoLin Cellars Presents: Die BrUder
Date: 12/27/2019
Location: Yakima
14 N Front Street, Yakima, WA 98901
Music starts at 7pm. AntoLin Cellars is excited to announce live music from Die BrUder. They are a Yakima band playing classic rock cover tunes.... Beatles, CCR, Tom Petty, Eagles and lots of "one hit wonders"
While you’re tasting Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, have food delivered to your table by Local Purveyors.
Artwork on display by Becky Melcher in our Tasting Room Gallery.
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/945420159170747/
Event Submitted by: AntoLin Cellars -
*20 at Tucannon Cellars
Date: 12/31/2019 - 1/1/2020
Location: Benton City
40504 Demoss Rd, Benton City, WA 99320
Tucannon Cellars is planning a New Year’s Eve party for you and your crew to ring in the new decade in style. Join us on December 31st at 9 p.m. for a night of wine, food, entertainment, and more!
A&A Motorcoach will pick you up in Richland at 8:30 p.m. (exact location TBD) and take you out to the winery for a night of delicious food from European Desserts and Appetizers by Nena, your favorite Tucannon Cellars wines (your first generous pour is included with your ticket!), entertainment, prizes, and more! At the end of the night A&A Motorcoach will give you a lift back to the starting location.
Dress to the nines (or go casual if you prefer) and celebrate 2020 with us at Tucannon Cellars!
Tickets:
$75 for our Wine Club (limit two tickets per club membership, please)
$85 regular price
Tickets available until sold out, or until December 20. Don’t wait!
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/535870673624863/
Event Submitted by: Tucannon Cellars -
*New Year's Eve Gala at Desert Wind Winery
Date: 12/31/2019
Location: Prosser
2258 Wine Country Rd, Prosser, WA 99350
7 p.m.- 1 :30 a.m. We welcome to Desert Wind Winery for a New Year’s Eve Gala with roaring fireplaces and sparking luminaries. Start your evening with an aperitif and appetizers, while you mingle with friends old and new.
Then be seated for dinner in our Kiva Room beautifully adorned with formal table settings, elegant gold chargers and Riedel glassware. Experience glamorous five-course dining, each course magically paired with a special selection of Desert Wind Wine.
Dance the night away to live music performance and test your luck at our classic Barrel Room casino games.
As midnight nears, enjoy a fondue buffet and ring in the new year with individual sparklers!
For more information call 509-786-7277
Event Submitted by: Desert Wind Winery -
*Meet the Orchestra at Yakima Valley Museum
Date: 1/1/2020
Location: Yakima
2105 Tieton Drive, Yakima
10 am-11 am - Meet the Orchestra - for children birth to age 7(ish) and their families. Learn about the instruments in an orchestra; instrument demos; try out an instrument; free YSO instrument matching game to take home; opportunities for free tickets toregular season (September - May) YSO concerts!
For more information, visit https://www.facebook.com/events/230719764350842/.
Event Submitted by: Yakima Symphony Orchestra -
*First Friday at Gilbert Cellars
Date: 1/3/2020
Location: Downtown Yakima
5 N Front St Ste 100, Yakima, WA 98901
Downtown Yakima is abuzz on the first Friday of every month. Join us for a little wine with your live music from 7 - 9 pm - no cover!For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/2427742247506216/
Event Submitted by: Gilbert Cellars -
*Hedges Family Estate Art Opening with Lisa Kaiser
Date: 1/4/2020
Location: Benton City
53511 N. Sunset Rd, Benton City, WA 99320
11 a.m.- 5 p.m. Artist Lisa Kaiser will be displaying her work at Hedges Family Estate during the month of January. Join us in the Tasting Room Saturday January 4th and meet the artist, enjoy a glass of wine while you enjoy her work.
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/2662464750514632/
Event Submitted by: Hedges Family Estate -
*4th Annual Sleigh Day at Central Washington Agricultural Museum
Date: 1/18/2020
Location: Union Gap
4508 Main Street, Union Gap, WA 98903
11 a.m.- 2 p.m. Save the date! January 18th is the 4th Annual SLEIGH DAY (Horse Drawn Wagon Day in the event of lack of snow) fundraiser at the Central WA Ag Museum in Union Gap with the Horse~n~Harness Group! This event helps them fund free horse events and rides throughout the year. Bring your camera and the whole family!
Donation of $5/Person or $20/Family of 4 or more gets you:
Tram ride from Fullbright Park parking lot to wagon rides
Horse Drawn Wagon Ride
Hot Cocoa or Hot Cider for each person
One s'more kit per person
Photo Station to take selfies
Tram Ride back to your car
Food Will Be Available for Purchase
Come out and help support these guys - the group members travel from all over Washington state as volunteers to demonstrate working horse & draft horse skills at Union Gap events, they offer Driving Clinics to teach the art of driving horses in harness, they give rides at events, they demonstrate antique farm equipment powered by horses, they put on the Farm-a-Copia Plowing Bee, and they give our grand marshalls carriage rides in parades & much more - at very little or no expense! So, lets help them raise some money to continue these services as they help us "Keep History Alive in Union Gap"! Your donation will get you an entire experience and an afternoon to remember! See you there
For more information go to https://www.visituniongap.com/union-gap-event-detail.php?id=290
Event Submitted by: Central Washington Agricultural Museum -
*Pazarete Project at Larson Gallery
Date: 1/18/2020 - 2/21/2020
Location: Yakima
1015 S 16th Ave, Yakima
3-5 pm - The Pazarte Project advocates for peace through art. Paz=Peace. Arte=Art. This exhibition will feature the work of Doug Johnson and include contributions by local elementary schools to honor Martin Luther King. Doug Johnson as the founding editor of Cave Moon Press, started helping poets with book design, illustration and artwork ten years ago. His more developed pieces are part of the Sombra de Arreguin series (Shadow of Arreguin) as he continues to study the style of his master Alfredo Arreguin. We are open Tuesdays through Fridays, 10am to 5pm, and Saturdays 1 to 5pm during exhibitions. Closing Reception, Saturday February 22 3-5PM.
Event Submitted by: Larson Gallery -
*Bill Engvall at Legends Casino and Hotel
Date: 1/24/2020
Location: Toppenish
580 Fort Road, Toppenish, WA 98948
Comedian and actor, Bill Engvall will be performing Live at Legends this January 24th! With two shows, one at 6 pm and one at 9 pm. Prices range from $20-$50. Doors open one-hour prior. Must be 18 years and older to attend.
For more information go to https://legendscasino.com/events/
Event Submitted by: Legends Casino - Hotel -
*Burns Supper at Larson Gallery
Date: 1/25/2020
Location: Yakima
1015 S 16th Ave, Yakima
Every year on January 25, people in Scotland and around the world come together to celebrate the life and works of the poet, Robert Burns. Born in Ayrshire in 1759, Robert Burns is Scotland's national bard. Scottish food and drink, good cheer and good poetry, are all part of a Burns Night Celebration. Join the Larson Gallery and the Coffee House Poets as we mark the anniversary of Robert Burns' birth. We are open Tuesdays through Fridays, 10am to 5pm, and Saturdays 1 to 5pm during exhibitions.
Event Submitted by: Larson Gallery -
*Tyler Henry Hollywood Medium at Legends Casino and Hotel
Date: 2/1/2020
Location: Toppenish
580 Fort Road, Toppenish, WA 98948
Join us for an evening of hope, healing, and closure as Hollywood Medium Tyler Henry performs at Legends Casino and Hotel. Starts at 7 pm, doors open at 6 pm. Must be 18 years and older to attend.
For more information go to https://legendscasino.com/events/
Event Submitted by: Legends Casino - Hotel -
*Yakima Symphony Orchestra: Classical Series at The Capitol Theatre
Date: 2/8/2020
Location: Yakima
19 S. 3rd Street, Yakima, WA 98901
7:30 p.m. Join the Yakima Symphony Orchestra at The Capitol Theatre for classical music concert series. Symphonic Dances features three dance works for symphony orchestra: Tchaikovsky’s beloved Swan Lake Suite, Rachmaninoff’s Symphonic Dances and a work by Gabriela Frank, Three Latin-American Dances.
Lawrence Golan, conductor
Tchaikovsky - Swan Lake Suite
Gabriela Lena Frank - Three Latin-American Dances
Rachmaninoff - Symphonic Dances
ConcerTalk: 6:25 pm (Alley door access with concert ticket starting at 6:15 pm)
Hosted by YSO Principal Hornist and Central Washington University School of Music professor Dr. Jeffrey Snedeker, ConcerTalks delve into the music performed on that evening’s performance. With your charming and witty host, ConcerTalks explore the composers of the works on the concert and their milieu as well as an in-depth look at each composition on the program.
Go to http://www.ysomusic.org/concerts-events/classical-concerts/classical-iii/ for more information
Event Submitted by: Yakima Symphony Orchestra -
*The Lonely: Celebrating the Music of Roy Orbison at The Capitol Theatre
Date: 2/9/2020
Location: Yakima
19 S. 3rd Street, Yakima, WA 98901
7:30 p.m. Rock.It Boy Entertainment of America presents THE LONELY - CELEBRATING THE MUSIC OF ROY ORBISON at The Capitol Theatre. They will also be playing hits from The Traveling Wilburys and the Everly Brothers. This is the most honest and sincere re-creation. Tickets are $47.00 (Plus Facility Fees) at the Capitol Theatre Box Office. Purchase by phone at 509-853-2787 or online at capitoltheatre.org/events.
The Big O was unmistakable with his trademark sunglasses, distinctive, powerful voice, complex compositions and dark emotional ballads. His impassioned voice coupled with his signature arrangements ensured the charting of the hits “Only The Lonely”, “Crying”, “Oh, Pretty Woman”, “Dream Baby”, “Ooby Dooby”, “Blue Angel”, “Blue Bayou”, “You Got It” and “In Dreams”. As a part of THE TRAVELING WILBURYS Orbison brought us “End of the Line”, “Handle With Care” and “You're Not Alone Anymore”.
The Everly Brothers charted 31 singles on the Hot 100, including 12 top 10 hits. Because their career predates the Hot 100's launch, some of their best-known hits aren't on the list, including “Bye Bye Love”, “Wake Up Little Susie”, “All I Have to Do Is Dream” and their single biggest hit “Cathy’s Clown”.
For more information go to https://capitoltheatre.org/events/detail.html?calendarid=283
Event Submitted by: The Capitol Theatre -
*Yakima Symphony Orchestra: Pop Series at The Capitol Theatre
Date: 2/29/2020
Location: Yakima
19 S. 3rd Street, Yakima, WA 98901
7:30 p.m. Join the Yakima Symphony Orchestra at The Capitol Theatre for Pop music concert series. Gershwin’s Rhapsody in Blue, with famous classical repertoire that you know and love but can’t necessarily name.
Lawrence Golan, conductor
Steven Mayer, piano
Yakima Symphony Chorus; Justin Raffa, chorus-master
Go to http://www.ysomusic.org/concerts-events/pops-concerts/pops-series-iv/ for more information
Event Submitted by: Yakima Symphony Orchestra -
*The Artist Within at Larson Gallery
Date: 3/7/2020 - 4/11/2020
Location: Yakima
1015 S 16th Ave, Yakima
Exhilarating paintings created by seven vibrant persons living with dementia— each sharing her and his unique view of the world. Delightful and surprising, the artwork effortlessly connects us—a vivid illustration that persons living with memory loss and dementia are Still Here—living with dignity, purpose and joy. An exhibit produced by The Art of Alzheimers, it features art from Julia Blackburn, Rosemary Freeman, Gloria Bandel Eaton Kinney, Jane Kippenhan, Patricia Kristoferson, Lenny Larson and Rafe Schwimmer. We are open Tuesdays through Fridays, 10am to 5pm, and Saturdays 1 to 5pm during exhibitions. Opening Reception, Saturday March 7 3-5PM.
Event Submitted by: Larson Gallery -
*Yakima Symphony Orchestra: Classical Series at The Capitol Theatre
Date: 3/21/2020
Location: Yakima
19 S. 3rd Street, Yakima, WA 98901
7:30 p.m. Join the Yakima Symphony Orchestra at The Capitol Theatre for classical music concert series. The centerpiece of our season is Scheherazade & Other Remarkable Women. Anchoring this program is the orchestral masterpiece Scheherazade by Rimsky-Korsakov, featuring YSO concertmaster Denise Dillenbeck. Another remarkable woman of the YSO, Angelique Poteat, will be featured as both clarinet soloist and composer, performing the Copland Clarinet Concerto and a world premiere composition of her own. The program begins with music by Fanny Mendelssohn, the highly talented sister of Felix.
Lawrence Golan, conductor
Angelique Poteat, clarinet
Fanny Mendelssohn - Overture in C major
Copland - Clarinet Concerto
Angelique Poteat - Open Solo
Rimsky-Korsakov - Scheherazade
ConcerTalk: 6:25 pm (Alley door access with concert ticket starting at 6:15 pm)
Hosted by YSO Principal Hornist and Central Washington University School of Music professor Dr. Jeffrey Snedeker, ConcerTalks delve into the music performed on that evening’s performance. With your charming and witty host, ConcerTalks explore the composers of the works on the concert and their milieu as well as an in-depth look at each composition on the program.
Go to http://www.ysomusic.org/concerts-events/classical-concerts/classical-iv/ for more information
Event Submitted by: Yakima Symphony Orchestra -
*Seattle Rock Orchestra Performs Pink Floyd at The Seasons Performance Hall
Date: 3/22/2020
Location: Yakima
101 N. Naches Ave, Yakima, WA 98901
6 p.m.- 8:30 p.m. Join us at the Seasons Performance Hall to watch the Seattle Rock Orchestra perform Pink Floyd. Seattle Rock Orchestra pays tribute to psychedelic rock pioneers Pink Floyd with a complete performance of their landmark album 'The Dark Side of the Moon'. As one of SRO’s most popular and frequently performed shows, their arrangements double as a veritable concerto for orchestra, featuring soloists from every section of the orchestra. Popular songs include “Shine On You Crazy Diamond,” “Wish You Were Here,” “Great Gig In The Sky,” “Money,” “Us and Them,” and many more.
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/1691769820960123/
Event Submitted by: The Seasons Performance Hall -
*Yakima Symphony Orchestra: Classical Series at The Capitol Theatre
Date: 4/18/2020
Location: Yakima
19 S. 3rd Street, Yakima, WA 98901
7:30 p.m. Join the Yakima Symphony Orchestra at The Capitol Theatre for classical music concert series. The Yakima Symphony Orchestra string section will be highlighted in String Fever. This program will include three of the most celebrated string orchestra pieces ever written: Barber’s Adagio, Tchaikovsky’s Serenade, and Vaughan Williams’ Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis. We also will play works by exciting young British composer Anna Clyne and by one of Lawrence Golan's favorite living composers, Peter Boyer.
Lawrence Golan, conductor
Boyer - Three Olympians
Barber - Adagio for Strings
Vaughan Williams - Fantasia on a Theme by Thomas Tallis
Anna Clyne - Within Her Arms
Tchaikovsky - Serenade for Strings
ConcerTalk: 6:25 pm (Alley door access with concert ticket starting at 6:15 pm)
Hosted by YSO Principal Hornist and Central Washington University School of Music professor Dr. Jeffrey Snedeker, ConcerTalks delve into the music performed on that evening’s performance. With your charming and witty host, ConcerTalks explore the composers of the works on the concert and their milieu as well as an in-depth look at each composition on the program.
Go to http://www.ysomusic.org/concerts-events/classical-concerts/classical-v/ for more information
Event Submitted by: Yakima Symphony Orchestra -
*Old Steel Car Show at Central Washington Agricultural Museum
Date: 4/19/2020
Location: Union Gap
4508 Main Street, Union Gap, WA 98903
10 a.m.-3 p.m. Join us for The Old Steel Car Show back at the Central Washington Ag Museum – over 175 vintage cars and other wheeled vehicles on display! Have you always wanted your photo taken at an 'old time' gas pump? The Ag Museum has a retro gas station and all vehicles registered for the Old Steel Car Show can have a photo taken with you sitting in your vehicle in front of the old pumps.
Great family event - games, rides, exhibits and more. Free for spectators – no admission fee, no parking fee! Donations are always encouraged and gladly accepted.
Do you have a wheeled vehicle and want to participate? No model year restriction on vehicles in order to participate. Registration information below. First 200 registrations receive a goodie bag and dash plaque.
For more information go to https://www.centralwaagmuseum.org/old-steel-car-show-union-gap.asp
Event Submitted by: Central Washington Agricultural Museum -
*Meet the Maker: Kendall Mix of Lawrelin at Walter Clore Wine and Culinary Center
Date: 4/25/2020
Location: Prosser
2140A Wine Country Road, Prosser ,WA 99350
2 p.m.- 4 p.m. Join us at Walter Clore Wine and Culinary Center on April 25 to meet one of Washington's most prolific and prestigious winemakers - Kendall Mix! Kendall has been making wines for some of the state's biggest wineries since 1993. In 2000 he started this project, focusing on making wine to age in very small quantities, to showcase his passion and vision. Grapes sourced from some of the best vineyards throughout Columbia Valley and producing less than 250 cases per vintage, Lawrelin Wines are designed to bottle age, providing a balance and finesse unexpected in younger wines.
Come meet Kendall, taste these unique wines, and take some home with you!
Go to https://www.facebook.com/events/462700427902557/ for more information
Event Submitted by: Walter Clore Wine and Culinary Center -
*DoVA Student and Faculty Exhibition
Date: 4/28/2020 - 5/21/2020
Location: Yakima
1015 S 16th Ave, Yakima
This annual exhibit presents the artwork, created within the last year by Department of Visual Art (DoVA) students. Student work is chosen from Spring and Fall quarters of 2019 and Winter quarter of 2020 at Yakima Valley College. Classes include ceramics, painting, drawing, printmaking, photography, and design. A large selection of the students’ best work makes this one of the favorite exhibitions of the year and a wonderful opportunity to purchase art. In addition to the student artwork, each instructor shows the creativity of their own personal work. Opening Reception, Tuesday, April 28, 5-7PM. We are open Tuesdays through Fridays, 10am to 5pm, and Saturdays 1 to 5pm during exhibitions.
Event Submitted by: Larson Gallery -
*Yakima Symphony Orchestra: Pop Series at The Capitol Theatre
Date: 5/9/2020
Location: Yakima
19 S. 3rd Street, Yakima, WA 98901
7:30 p.m. Join the Yakima Symphony Orchestra at The Capitol Theatre for Pop music concert series. The Yakima Symphony Orchestra partners with one of today’s leading virtuoso contemporary Mexican ensembles, Villalobos Brothers.
Lawrence Golan, conductor
Go to http://www.ysomusic.org/concerts-events/pops-concerts/pops-v/ for more information
Event Submitted by: Yakima Symphony Orchestra -
*21st Annual Tour of Artists' Homes and Studios
Date: 5/16/2020
Location: Yakima
Yakima
10am -4pm - 21st Annual Tour of Artists' Homes and Studios has been a staple of the Yakima arts scene for 20 years and it shows no sign of slowing down soon. Come see it for yourself! A select handful of local artists and art collectors will open the doors to their homes and their workspaces, becoming welcoming hosts as they invite you on a personal journey through their landscape of collections and creations. The tour is self-guided so you can set your own pace as you move through each house and on to the next. The host is always on hand to answer questions about their craft, collection and taste in décor. Tickets are $25 per person and can be purchased at larsongallery.org, at Larson Gallery or Oak Hollow Custom Framing and Gallery.
Event Submitted by: Oak Hollow Custom Framing and Gallery -
*21st Annual Tour of Artists' Homes and Studios
Date: 5/16/2020
Location: Yakima
Yakima
10am -4pm - 21st Annual Tour of Artists' Homes and Studios has been a staple of the Yakima arts scene for 20 years and it shows no sign of slowing down soon. Come see it for yourself! A select handful of local artists and art collectors will open the doors to their homes and their workspaces, becoming welcoming hosts as they invite you on a personal journey through their landscape of collections and creations. The tour is self-guided so you can set your own pace as you move through each house and on to the next. The host is always on hand to answer questions about their craft, collection and taste in décor. Tickets are $25 per person and can be purchased at larsongallery.org, at Larson Gallery or Oak Hollow Custom Framing and Gallery.
Event Submitted by: Larson Gallery -
*Yakima Symphony Orchestra: Classical Series at The Capitol Theatre
Date: 5/30/2020
Location: Yakima
19 S. 3rd Street, Yakima, WA 98901
7:30 p.m. Join the Yakima Symphony Orchestra at The Capitol Theatre for classical music concert series. For the grand finale of the season, Beethoven Bash, we celebrate the 250th birthday of the king of symphonic music with a recreation of the exact program that Yakima Symphony Orchestra or (YSO), founding music director Brooke Creswell conducted fifty years earlier for the orchestra’s first concert in the Capitol Theatre—a concert that led to the birth of the YSO organization we know today. The Symphony will be joined on this program by the Yakima Symphony Chorus and brilliant young pianist Daria Rabotkina.
Lawrence Golan, conductor
Daria Rabotkina, piano
Yakima Symphony Chorus; Justin Raffa, chorusmaster
Beethoven - Piano Concerto No. 3
Beethoven - Symphony No. 8
Beethoven - Choral Fantasy
ConcerTalk: 6:25 pm (Alley door access with concert ticket starting at 6:15 pm)
Hosted by YSO Principal Hornist and Central Washington University School of Music professor Dr. Jeffrey Snedeker, ConcerTalks delve into the music performed on that evening’s performance. With your charming and witty host, ConcerTalks explore the composers of the works on the concert and their milieu as well as an in-depth look at each composition on the program.
Go to http://www.ysomusic.org/concerts-events/classical-concerts/classical-vi/ for more information
Event Submitted by: Yakima Symphony Orchestra -
*Guild Membership Show at Larson Gallery
Date: 6/7/2020 - 6/27/2020
Location: Yakima
1015 S 16th Ave, Yakima
This annual non-juried exhibition highlights the creativity of the members of the Larson Gallery Guild. The Larson Gallery Guild consists of 360 members and in 2019, this exhibition had around 90 entries. Since Guild members can only exhibit one piece in the exhibit, members are very selective about their work and choose their best piece. What makes this exhibit special is its variety of media. Many artists use this time to explore and exhibit the result of a new process. Opening Reception, Sunday, June 7, 3-5PM. We are open Tuesdays through Fridays, 10am to 5pm, and Saturdays 1 to 5pm during exhibitions.
Event Submitted by: Larson Gallery -
*The Seasons Performance Hall presents: Dmitri Matheny Group
Date: 6/12/2020
Location: Yakima
101 N. Naches Ave, Yakima, WA 98901
7:30 p.m.- 9:30 p.m. Join us at The Seasons Performance Hall for live music from Dmitri Matheny Group. Dmitri Matheny is an American jazz musician, composer, educator and recording artist.
For more information go to https://www.facebook.com/events/540886226724592/
Event Submitted by: The Seasons Performance Hall -
*Yakima Valley Museum's Red Into Black
Date: 10/22/2020
Location: Yakima
2105 Tieton Drive, Yakima, WA 98902
5:30 pm - 9 pm - Mark your calendar now for the museum's annual fund-raising event. You will want to be here to celebrate an evening of good fun, great food, and glorious friendship. Watch for more information to follow.
Event Submitted by: Yakima Valley Museum
*Please support our members.