Walla Walla’s premiere gravel cycling event returns for 2026, on Sunday, September 13 The Walla Walla Grit is back! After retiring and closing Allegro Cyclery, a beloved downtown fixture, Michael and Kathryn Austin also thought they were done with the Grit. “After canceling the event in 2025, the cycling community wanted to do whatever it … Read More
The Showroom on Colville in the heart of downtown, formerly an auto showroom circa 1930, came about thanks to the vision of property owner David Thompson. Known for thoughtfully renovating other downtown landmarks and nurturing small businesses, Thompson turned to famed architecture firm Olson Kundig to repurpose the space while retaining its art deco vibe. … Read More
The 2026 season of Walla Walla Summer Theater wraps with Godspell, which thanks to the genius of director Kaelyn Pyke, is a rendition you’ve never seen before. She conjured up a dilapidated mall in the Y2K era when Facebook was just percolating, cell phones were flip phones at best, and social media didn’t exist. Connection … Read More
Calling swimmers, paddleboarders, and kayakers of all levels for this fun-filled open water event held at Lyon’s Ferry State Park! Situated at the confluence of the historic Palouse and Snake Rivers, Swim the Snake (August 8, 2026, with check-in starting at 9:30am) provides a rare opportunity to enjoy the water while closed to boat traffic. … Read More
Ah, nothing like wide open spaces, breathtaking views of the Blues, and golf courses smack in the middle of wine country to bring nine irons together like two birdies in a hole. We’re enticing you with two favorite holes from each course selected by the experts: Veterans Memorial Golf Course | 201 Par 72 Drive, … Read More
Some of the best cycling in the Pacific Northwest can be found at the inaugural Bike Camp Walla Walla June 7-12 where miles of carefully curated routes await you. Former bike industry executive (many years of it spent in Walla Walla) and cycling advocate Jerry Norquist is the passionate architect behind his longtime if-you-build-it-they-will-come dream. For years, … Read More
Outdoor enthusiasts flock to Walla Walla in the spring and fall for miles of cycling past vineyards and orchards or for hiking with a backdrop of wheat fields, the Blue Mountains, or pine forest. But there’s equal magic in the fourth season – winter – when you’ll find plenty of easily-accessible family-friendly activities to keep … Read More
As the heat of summer gives way to crisp mornings and pleasant days, there’s no better time to get outside for that last good camp, hike, or picnic. Take advantage of fall harvest with a farmstand stop along the way. How Do You Like Them Apples? Some Favorite Farmstands: Edwards Family Farm This family farm … Read More
Walla Walla Sweets Baseball Nothing says summer like the sound of a crisp crack of a bat, the scent of freshly mowed grass, and in Walla Walla, the whiff of a sweet onion brat, all found at Borleske Stadium, an intimate venue and home to the Walla Walla Sweets Baseball team (part of the West … Read More
Check out these unexpected food finds – these off-the-beaten-path local favorites will surprise and delight you! Blue Valley Meats & Corner Market: Here you’ll find a butcher shop, taqueria, delightfully quirky boutique, and convenience store all in one. Though the entire operation is owned by the Forkcum family, they credit Maria Meza as the genius … Read More
