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Shopping is Very Merry and Bright in Downtown Walla Walla! It’s the most wonderful time of the year! The halls are decked in downtown Walla Walla and it’s the perfect place to do your last-minute holiday shopping. These boutiques, studios, and shops are open and waiting for you! D’Olivo Tasting Bar: For the chef in … Read More
Walla Walla’s abundance of apple orchards has created a burgeoning cider scene here in the Valley, and cider lovers can look forward to multiple options for local ciders on their next visit. Crisp and low in ABV, cider can be a refreshing, lighter alternative than wine (or beer), and you get the added bonus of … Read More
Carte Coffee has been bringing specialty coffee to the Walla Walla Valley since first opening as a mobile food truck (thus the name) in 2020. With its new brick-and-mortar location in downtown Walla Walla, this beloved local business now offers a trendy space to meet for a coffee date. The quality of the coffee, the … Read More
There’s really nothing like a small-town holiday. Charming storefronts are decorated with care. Hand-made gifts and home-spun goodness abound. The lines are short (or non-existent). Santa and twinkle lights and cheer (both the wine-kind and the merry-kind) are everywhere. And in Walla Walla, you could visit just about any time in December and have an affordable, delightful holiday getaway. Here are our top picks to experience during your Small-Town Holiday Getaway in Walla Walla.
by Vicki Hillhouse If you missed part one about the Fort Walla Walla Museum, you can read that here first. Down the hill from Fort Walla Walla Museum’s exhibit buildings, a village of wooden structures offers a peek into pioneer living. Pioneer living at the center of town The doorways, windows and even limited entry … Read More
by Vicki Hillhouse For the most comprehensive exploration of Walla Walla’s history — from its pioneer days to its turn as the biggest city in the Washington Territory, and from its dawn as a military post to an agricultural hub — Fort Walla Walla Museum guides visitors on a journey through time and transformation. Located … Read More
By Melissa Queen Looking for an easy but scenic hike that offers picnic spots with water views and splashing opportunities? Look no further than Jubilee Lake. About an hour and a half from Walla Walla, the Jubilee Lake Trail offers a relatively flat and even 3-mile loop, a welcoming outdoor experience that is accessible for … Read More
Walla Walla Food Truck Night at Burwood Brewing is one of the signature events of the summer here in the Valley and it’s perfect for a date night, or a family outing with the little ones. Where else can you enjoy live music, local beer, and sample over a dozen Walla Walla food businesses? Come … Read More
There’s no better way to sample dozens of Walla Walla businesses than the Downtown Farmers Market where dozens of vendors gather on Saturday mornings from May to October. Come with us on this delicious adventure where you’ll find everything from fresh produce, to locally made cheeses, eggs, cut flowers, baked goods, hand-crafted items, and more. … Read More
Walla Walla has been a popular grape growing and wine region for years, but that’s not the only beverage that’s booming here in the Valley! Our brewery scene is growing quickly, and beer lovers can now delight in the fact that there are so many local beer and taproom options. Make sure to save this … Read More
