Summer in Walla Walla!
savor summer in southeastern washington
June to August
Music, Movies & wine
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 (running June 4-27, 2026) to the weekly performances in wineries and new Heritage Square, as well as epic concerts, the hills (and streets and barrel rooms and driving ranges) come alive with music.
For those who may rather have a seat in an air-conditioned theater, they may experience an “intoxicating” blend of short films at Walla Walla Movie Crush (July 10-12, 2026). And for those seeking the sound of wine bottles opening, they can immerse themselves in social and educational wine festivities at Celebrate Walla Walla Valley Wine (June 19-20, 2026) and at the Blood of Gods event (July 17-19, 2026), a wine meets rock’n’roll and pop art experience.
Summer fun is punctuated by Walla Walla Fair & Frontier Days (September 2-6, 2026), Washington State’s oldest fair! This annual event features headline bands – in 2025, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame inductee Foreigner will play – as well as fun and family-friendly activities like demolition derbies, carnival rides, and three nights of the PRCA rodeo.
Experience a blend of short films at Walla Walla Movie Crush
July 10-12, 2026
Showcasing the best American short films of the past year, Walla Walla Movie Crush is a weekend long program broken into one-hour thematic blocks; each block may contain a blend of narratives, documentaries, animation, music videos, and more. The festivities are kicked off with a package about veterans’ issues, in honor of the organizers’ commitment to the Red Badge Project and its work in Walla Walla.
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- Walla Walla Fair & Frontier Days
5 days of Fair & Frontier fun at the Walla Walla Fairgrounds! The 2026 Walla Walla Fair & Frontier Days is set to be an unforgettable celebration, running Wednesday, September 2nd to Sunday, September 6th. This annual event is packed with thrilling entertainment, family-friendly activities, and a showcase of the region’s rich heritage. Last year’s … Read More - Adam West Day celebrates Walla Walla’s Hometown Hero
You can’t visit Gotham City to meet Batman. Or Quohag, Rhode Island, for a brush with the mayor. But you can travel to Walla Walla to celebrate the man who helped bring those characters and fictional cities to life. Adam West Day is a September tradition in Walla Walla, where the late actor was born, … Read More - Get Ready For Water Play: The 2026 Swim The Snake Returns on August 8
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
