Here are some events taking place around the Tri-Cities WA region during the month of July 2023:
– Tri-City Dust Devils Minor League Baseball Games – July 1-3, 14-16 & 25-30,, 2023
– Pasco’s Grand Old 4th of July Celebration – July 1-4, 2023
– River of Fire Festival – July 4, 2023
– Thunder on the Island Summer Concerts – July 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2023
– Columbia Basin Badger Club presents Back to the Future on Passenger Rail? – July 6, 2023
– Live @ 5 – July 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2023
– Richland Family Movie Nights – July 7, 14 & 28, 2023
– Garden Education Series Class: Fairy Gardens Parent & Child Activity – July 8, 2023
– LIGO Hanford Observatory Public Tour – July 8, 2023
– Car Racing Action – Desert Star 80 – July 8, 2023
– Pasco’s Music and Movies in the Park – July 14 & 28, 2023
– Mid-Columbia Musical Theatre presents “The Pirates of Penzance (A Topsy-Turvy Take of the Beloved Comedy)” – July 14, 15, 20, 21 & 22, 2023
– Thunder @ the Mountain – July 14 & 15, 2023
– The 5th Annual Pasco Chamber CRAWFEST – July 15, 2023
– Read and Ring with Bells of the Desert – July 16, 2023
– Northwest Kickboxing League 6 – July 22, 2023
– Art in the Park Festival 2023 – July 28 & 29, 2023
– 2023 Water Follies Columbia Cup & STCU Over the River Air Show – July 28-30, 2023
– Hunt & Gather Vintage in the Park Show – July 29, 2023
– Fairchild Cinema’s Free Summer Movies – Wednesday & Thursday during July 2023
– TriCities Family Fun
– Tri-City VIBE (local live music, food and drink)
– Guide to Tri-Cities Washington Website
Tri-City Dust Devils Minor League Baseball Games – July 1-3, 14-16 & 25-30, 2023
GESA Stadium in Pasco
General admission tickets are available for $11 and can be purchased online or at the box office.
The Tri-City Dust Devils are a professional minor league baseball team that is located in Pasco. The Dust Devils play their home games at Gesa Stadium.
Game schedule:
Tri-City Dust Devils vs Hillsboro Hops – July 1-3 and July 25-30 @ 7:05 p.m.
Tri-City Dust Devils vs Spokane Indians – July 14-16 @ 7:05 p.m.
Info & tickets: https://www.milb.com/tri-city-dust-devils/
Pasco’s Grand Old 4th of July Celebration – July 1-4, 2023
Various locations in Pasco
Pasco’s Grand Old 4th of July Celebration – Join us July 1 – 4 to celebrate our nation’s birthday. Festivities kick off on Saturday, July 1 with a Family Bike Ride at Riverview Park beginning at 8 a.m. A packed schedule of events takes place on Tuesday, July 4:
– Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast: 7-11 a.m. in Memorial Park
– Camp Patriot Fun Run: 8 a.m. near Gesa Stadium
– Pre-Parade Kids Street Dance: 9:15 a.m. at Memorial Park (on 14th Avenue)
– Pasco’s Grand Old 4th of July Parade: 10 a.m. (new extended route)
– Camp Patriot Show and Shine Car Show, 12-4 p.m. at Memorial Park
– Cardboard Regatta: 12 p.m. at Memorial Aquatic Park
– Fun Wet/Dry Inflatables: 12 p.m. at Memorial Park (on 14th Avenue)
– Free Grand Old 4th of July Fireworks: Show at 10 p.m. Pasco Sporting Complex, accessible at 6:30 p.m.
Info: https://www.visittri-cities.com/events/pascos-grand-old-4th-of-july-celebration/ and https://www.pasco-wa.gov/844/Grand-Old-4th-of-July-Celebration
River of Fire Festival – July 4, 2023
Columbia Park in Kennewick
From 2 p.m. – 10 p.m.
Free to attend – Free parking – opens to the public at 12 noon
The annual River of Fire Festival returns to Columbia Park for 4th of July festivities. This years activities include a kids zone, Food Truck Alley, beer garden, and live entertainment. Fireworks will be launched from a barge at 10 p.m.
Info: https://www.riveroffirefest.com/
Thunder on the Island Summer Concerts – July 5, 12, 19 & 26, 2023
Clover Island Inn in Kennewick
Wednesday evenings from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.
Family Friendly event | Free Admission
Get ready for the best lineup of bands & live music Wednesday evenings all summer through August 16.
Info: https://cloverislandinn.com/2023/03/31/2023-summer-concert-series-full-lineup/
Columbia Basin Badger Club presents Back to the Future on Passenger Rail? – July 6, 2023
Virtual online via Zoom
From 12 p.m. – 1 p.m.
Cost: $5 for non members – must register
Do you remember when Amtrak’s Empire Builder stopped carrying passengers from Pasco to Yakima and Seattle? Perhaps not. It was in October 1981. That’s when Amtrak switched the Empire Builder’s route from the Yakima Valley to Stevens Pass by splitting trains in Spokane with one segment going south to Portland and the other west to Seattle. Earlier, in 1979, Amtrak stopped service on its North Coast Hiawatha train from Chicago through Boise and on to Seattle via Pasco and Yakima.
The Badger Club will explore the need for improved passenger rail in our area in the next Badger Forum on July 6. Our speakers will be Charles Hamilton, president of All Aboard Washington and Jason Biggs, program manager of Capital and Operations for Washington Department of Transportation’s Rail, Freight, and Ports Division.
Info & Registration: https://cbbc.clubexpress.com/content.aspx?page_id=0&club_id=392306
Live @ 5 – July 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2023
John Dam Plaza, 815 George Washington Way in Richland
Every Thursday from 5 p.m. – 11 p.m. through August 3
Free family fun
Can’t wait to see you all out at John Dam Plaza and see all these amazing bands on the HAPO Live at 5 Stage! Bring your lawn chairs or blankets; let’s fill the lawn and ROCK the plaza! There will be food trucks, a kids zone, and a 21+ beer and wine garden.
Info: https://www.facebook.com/TCLiveAt5/
Richland Family Movie Nights – July 7, 14 & 28, 2023
Locations: John Dam Plaza, Richland Community Center, George Prout Pool, Columbia Point Marina Park
Movies start at dusk
Free family entertainment
Please enjoy these free, family friendly movies throughout the summer! Pack some snacks, blankets or even a chair (chairs must be placed on the sides or rear of the group, please).
Info: https://www.richlandparksandrec.com/programs-events/outdoor-movies
Garden Education Series Class: Fairy Gardens Parent & Child Activity – July 8, 2023
Waterfall Classroom at the Demonstration Garden, 1620 S. Union in Kennewick
From 10 a.m. – 11 a.m.
Free to attend
Join our WSU Master Gardener volunteers for a fun parent & child activity building a fairy garden.
Info: https://extension.wsu.edu/benton-franklin/event/fairy-gardens-parent-child-activity/
LIGO Hanford Observatory Public Tour – July 8, 2023
LIGO Hanford Observatory, 127124 N Route 10 in Richland
Free to attend – must register for a time slot
LIGO Hanford Observatory is pleased to announce that it has resumed its “Second Saturday” free public tours. During your visit you will have a chance to explore many interactive and static exhibits now housed in LHO’s new LIGO Exploration Center (LExC). Tours include a one-hour walking tour of the site, time inside the new LIGO Exploration Center (LExC), and a talk by a staff member. LIGO tours are suitable for all ages. The talks are appropriate for visitors aged 12 and up, but all ages are welcome. Multiple tour times are availabe for your convenience, please choose the time slot that works best for you when reserving your ticket.
Note:
– All LHO visitors over the age of 18 will be required to show proof of Covid-19 vaccination (physical card or photo of card). We define “fully vaccinated” as at least two shots of Pfizer or Moderna vaccine, OR one shot of Johnson & Johnson.
– Masking may be required on the day of your tour. Bring a mask, just in case. Visitors must adhere to LHO’s masking policy on the day of the tour.
– Registration is now required.
– Tours depart from the new LIGO Exploration Center (LExC). Please park first in LExC’s parking lot/overflow lot.
Info & registration: https://www.ligo.caltech.edu/WA/page/lho-public-tours
About LIGO: https://www.ligo.caltech.edu/WA
Car Racing Action – Desert Star 80 – July 8, 2023
Tri-City Raceway in West Richland
Gates open at 4 p.m., racing begins at 6 p.m.
Tickets: $5 – $30 (kids 6 & under free), Parking: $5.00. Note: all tickets and the parking fee must be purchased online!
We are throwing it back under the lights for the first time in 20 years at the Tri-City Raceway!
The Northwest Super Late Model Series is headed back to the world’s fastest 1/2 mile tri-oval race track, with a star studded field of competitors looking to grab the first Desert Star Victory in over 20 years and the $5000 prize! Racing action also includes the Elite 5 Modified Challenge Series & Bettarel Hobby Stocks!
Info & tickets: https://www.redmountaineventcenter.com/desertstar.html
Pasco’s Music and Movies in the Park – July 14 & 28, 2023
Volunteer Park, 1125 N. 4th Ave. in Pasco
Free to attend
Grab the blankets, lawn chairs and your snacks and bring the entire family to Volunteer Park in Pasco for Music & Movies In The Park. This Free event is back by popular demand.
Music & Movie schedule is as follows:
July 14 – Music: Badger Mountain Dry Band, Movie: Madagascar (rated PG)
July 28 – Music: Steel Drum Band, Movie: Puss In Boots – The Last Wish (rated PG)
August 11 – Music: TBA, Movie: Vivo (rated PG)
Info: https://www.pasco-wa.gov/514/Special-Events-Seasonal-Programs
Mid-Columbia Musical Theatre presents “The Pirates of Penzance (A Topsy-Turvy Take of the Beloved Comedy)” July 14, 15, 20, 21 & 22, 2023
Uptown Theater, 1300 Jadwin Ave. in Richland
Performances: July 14, 15, 20, 21 & 22 at 7:30 p.m. and July 15 22 at 2 p.m.
Tickets: $20 – $25
This classic Gilbert & Sullivan comic opera features chaotic shenanigans, good guy pirates, beautiful melodies and plenty of fun. Our topsy-turvy production turns it all upside down, challenging gender norms as we examine what it really means to be a human, regardless of century or societal expectations. We hope you’ll climb aboard and join us for the immersive experience.
Info & tickets: https://app.arts-people.com/index.php?ticketing=mcmt
Thunder @ the Mountain – July 14 & 15, 2023
Tri-City Raceway in West Richland
Gates Open @ 5 p.m., 5:30 p.m. Pit Party + Monster Truck Ride Alongs, show begins at 7:30 p.m.
Tickets: $5-$25, Parking: $5 – must purchase tickets and parking online!
Malicious Monster Trucks – Megasaurus – Jet Car Burn Out & Wheelie Competition!
Tickets: https://www.eventsprout.com/event/2023-thunder-at-the-mountain
Info: https://www.redmountaineventcenter.com/thunder–the-mountain—july-14th–15th.html
The 5th Annual Pasco Chamber CRAWFEST – July 15, 2023
Osprey Pointe Commons, 1110 Osprey Pointe Blvd in Pasco
From 12 noon – 7 p.m.
Free admission to the grounds
Once again, Buddy Bentz from the legendary Jack-Sons Crawfish boils will be teaming with his son Matt Bentz to bring the authentic taste of a Louisiana Crawdad Boil to Pasco.
Join us at Osprey Pointe, along the grassy banks of the Columbia, for a delicious Crawdad Boil with corn, potatoes, sausage, and a beer & wine garden! There will also be Live Performances by Desert Moondogs, Bayou Envie, and Stompin Ground. Some chairs and tables will be provided, but feel free to bring your own lawn chairs and pop-up canopies!
Get your Pre-Sale Crawfish Trays Now! Each Tray includes 3lbs of authentic boiled crawfish plus corn, potatoes and sausage. Day of purchase will be available until supplies last. Each tray costs $40.
Info & tray purchases: https://www.pascochamber.org/crawfest-2023.html
Read and Ring with Bells of the Desert – July 16, 2023
Central Church, 1124 Stevens Dr. in Richland
From 3 p.m. – 5 p.m.
Free to participate
If you, or someone you know, is a handbell ringer and would be interested in ringing with Bells of the Desert, we invite you to come try us out! Bells of the Desert is hosting a free sight-reading event on Sunday, July 16th, 2023. We will provide the music and equipment, just bring yourself and a pair of gloves! We are hoping to find a few new members and substitute ringers, but this event is open to any handbell player who likes a challenge, or wants to improve their ringing.
Bells of the Desert is a community handbell choir that has been ringing in the Tri-Cities for over 10 years. We practice at Central Church in Richland, WA on Monday nights, 6:30-8:30, September through May. We look forward to meeting you!
Please RSVP to bellsofthedesert2@gmail.com by June 22nd, 2023.
Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/507388828193300/
Northwest Kickboxing League 6 – July 22, 2023
HAPO Center in Pasco
Doors open at 6 p.m. and kickboxing fights start at 7 p.m.
Admission: $35 for general admission ($38.59 after service fee) | $50 for VIP admission ($54.49 after service fee)
Fight fans are you ready for an action packed night come July 22nd of this year. The Northwest Kickboxing League 6 will make its debut at the renowned HAPO center in Pasco, WA. This is an all age event, doors open at 6 p.m. and fights start at 7 p.m. Mark your calendars now, you won’t want to miss this fun event for the whole family. See you at the fights!
From Ernesto Toscano:
I’m local and grew up here in the Tri-Cities. This is our 6th event and growing slowly but surely. First time at the HAPO Center and we are excited! As a retired professional fighter and fight fan I get excited to see these fights. If you ask people that have attended our previous shows you’ll see what I mean and how cool of an experience it is. It is also family friendly and even kids compete.
Basically we have 10 fights lined up, all trained fighters in kickboxing or Muay Thai from different fight gyms. We have fighters come from all over the Northwest and beyond.
Tickets: https://www.brownpapertickets.com/event/6026369
Info: https://www.facebook.com/events/s/northwest-kickboxing-league-6/3566151573709598/
Art in the Park Festival 2023 – July 28 & 29, 2023
Howard Amon Park in Richland
From 8 a.m. – 6 p.m. both days
Free admission
Art in the Park Festival hosts an annual attendance of over 60k people over two days in Howard Amon Park. Artists from around the United States travel to show case, demonstrate, educate, and sell their original work. Boasting over 300 artists, Art in the Park Festival colourfully engulfs Howard Amon Park in Richland, Washington, with live music from popular artists, live entertainment, gourmet food provided by award winning food trucks, interactive art experiences, and and immersive festival vibe.
Info: https://www.artintheparkfestival.com/
2023 Water Follies Columbia Cup & STCU Over the River Air Show – July 28-30, 2023
The 2023 Columbia Cup will mark the 57th time Unlimited Hydroplanes have raced on the Columbia River.
It is time to mark your calendar now for July 28-30, 2023 as the Tri-City Water Follies Association presents the Columbia Cup & STCU Over the River Air Show. The Tri-City Water Follies shoreline festival will prove to be one of Eastern Washington’s largest weekend events – showcasing a variety of activities and drawing crowds of approximately 50,000 to Kennewick’s Columbia Park and 15,000 to the Pasco river shore (combined over three days). Note: there are additional parking fees…
Tickets: $10 – $60 – free admission for those 5 and under. Tickets are available for purchase online, at the Tri-City Water Follies office and at the gate. Admission is good on both the Pasco and Kennewick side of Columbia River.
Info & Tickets: https://waterfollies.com/
Parking & Transit Info: https://waterfollies.com/plan-your-visit/
Hunt & Gather Vintage in the Park Show – July 29, 2023
John Dam Plaza in Richland
From 9 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Free admission
Love the thrill of the hunt!
You will find your antique & vintage best score here! Wonderful vendors bringing you fresh treasure finds. John Dam Plaza is a great location just walking distance from Arts in the Park Show held the same day! This is the Biggest weekend in Tri-Cities.
Special attractions: Dance Connection / Tri-Cities Quilt Guild (Quilt Raffle).
Delicious food: Mas Taco & Sweet treats food trucks.
Info: http://www.countrynesters.com/ and https://www.facebook.com/HuntGatherAntiquesandVintage/
Fairchild Cinema’s Free Summer Movies – Wednesday & Thursday during July 2023
Fairchild Cinema in Pasco
Every Wednesday and Thursday June 21 through August 17.
Doors open at 9 a.m., movies start every 10 minutes, last movie starts at 10 a.m.
Free admission
The wait is over! We have finally completed the line-up for our Free Summer Movie Series. We will be showing free movies every Wednesday and Thursday at our Pasco theater June 21 through August 17th.
Note: no strollers and outside food & drink are allowed.
Info: https://www.fairchildcinemas.com/showtimes_32831/tickets_32831.htm and https://www.facebook.com/FairchildCinemasSouthgate
TriCities Family Fun
For family friendly events in and around the Tri Cities, visit https://tricitiesfamilyfun.wixsite.com/familyfunwa.
Tri-City VIBE!
For a list of nightlife music events around the Tri-Cities including happy hours, food, beer & wine, visit Tri-City VIBE!
Info: http://tricityvibe.com and https://www.facebook.com/vibetricities
Guide to Tri-Cities Washington Website
For activities to do around the Tri-Cities region including Farmers’ Markets, Outdoor Recreation, Wineries, Breweries, Performing Arts & Music, Social Clubs & Groups and more, visit the Guide to Tri-Cities Washington website: https://tri-citiesguide.org. This guide has been described as “An Under-the-Hood Guide to Community Culture including Clubs, Annual Events, and Awesome Organizations.”
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