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Few things are better than live music, a cold beverage, and summertime vibes with your friends. Thankfully, Walla Walla offers a superior setting for this magic little combination. With a calendar’s worth of live music to accompany your visit, consider the following selection of happenings around town to provide the soundtrack to your stay this … Read More
What’s happening during June, July & August: Magnificent sunsets grace the skies throughout the summer, providing a colorful backdrop to the many musical experiences in the Valley. From the nearly month-long Walla Walla Chamber Music Festival in June to the weekly performances in wineries and new Heritage Square, as well as epic concerts, the hills … Read More
The Walla Walla Movie Crush showcases the best American short films of the past year. For 2025, the event will be held July 11-13, and it is the perfect excuse for a film-lover’s getaway to Walla Walla, Washington. Trailer of the shorts arrive in June 2025! Read on to learn more about what to experience … Read More
For several years, the Walla Walla Movie Crush has been delighting film enthusiasts and filmmakers alike, bringing a vibrant mix of independent short films to downtown Walla Walla. The historic Gesa Power House serves as the perfect venue for this weekend-long event, filled with interactive sessions with filmmakers, welcome and happy hour receptions, and an … Read More
**NOTE: The 2025 Blood of Gods event is Saturday, July 19. For tickets, visit this link.** Downtown Walla Walla was alive with the energy of the second annual Blood of Gods Merrymaking event (on July 22, 2023). Organized by the innovative Stacy Buchanan, this celebration of wine, heavy metal, and art brought together enthusiasts from … Read More
Summer nights are lovely in the Walla Walla Valley. If you’re looking for a fun activity that the whole family will enjoy, then look no further than the Milton-Freewater Drive-In Theater! Just a few minutes from downtown Walla Walla, this drive-in theater provides a delightful blend of modern convenience and old-fashioned charm. General Admission is … Read More
Swing into Summer with these Indoor Activities Well, folks, gone are the days of bundling up because summer is here! And while the sunshine is nice, sometimes we need to keep cool indoors. We’ve rounded up a collection of outings to keep the whole family comfortable and entertained. And when you’re excited to do it … Read More
Swing into Summer with these Outdoor Activities When the sun is shining, you can bet we’re soaking it up! We’ve rounded up a collection of outings to keep the whole family comfortable, entertained, and excited to do it all again. There’s always something new and we’ve got the scoop with our online calendar here. Splish … Read More
Revelry ensued this weekend at the Rosé & Rainbows party at Kinhaven Winery! The Pride celebration included lots of rosés, live music from the fabulous DJ Skiddle, and stunning views of the vines and the Blue Mountains. The event was free, with wine available for purchase by the glass and bottle on this absolutely perfect … Read More
By Vicki Hillhouse, 2023 It’s time to roll out the red carpet. Walla Walla’s annual festival of short films comes in for a close-up July 11-13, 2025. Walla Walla Movie Crush is a weekend marathon of cinematic shorts. Shown in clusters at Gesa Power House Theatre, the films are meticulously curated into themed blocks. The … Read More
