Tri‑Cities summers are basically a sun‑baked dare: how much fun can you cram between the crack‑of‑dawn sunrise and the 9 p.m. “is it still light out?” That’s where farmers markets come in—shade, snacks, and small‑talk about tomatoes all in one place. Grab your reusable tote (the one that lives in your trunk) and let’s do this.
Pasco Farmers Market | Covered‑pavilion bliss
Downtown Pasco wakes up early and smells like peaches every Saturday from May through October, thanks to the Pasco Farmers Market tucked inside breezy Peanuts Park.
From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., you’ll wander rows of produce, cut flowers, and the occasional pan‑flute busker while safely under a roof—because even die‑hard locavores hate sunburn.
Beyond the lettuce, scout K.E.R.N.E.L. Kid Cash stations that bribe little shoppers with tokens for tasting healthy stuff, plus cooking demos and bilingual announcements that keep the vibe inclusive and lively.
Parking’s free in the city lot, but don’t forget the quarter‑fed fountains for your pup. Plan your Saturday haul.
Kennewick Farmers Market | Evening produce party
Historic downtown Kennewick flips the typical morning market script by running Thursdays, noon to 7 p.m., June through late December, outside the brand‑new Public Market @ CRW.
Show up after work, snag a cold brew from the indoor vendors, then cruise the front‑yard stalls where farmers mingle with craft‑soap makers and kombucha enthusiasts under twinkle lights.
The best part is the timing: cooler temps and zero guilt for grabbing dinner at a food truck instead of cooking.
Live acoustic sets keep things mellow while kids chase bubbles across the lawn, and parking is plentiful around the warehouse, but cyclists get primo rack space right by the gate. See what’s on deck this Thursday.
Richland Farmers Market | Friday brunch goals
Every Friday from June through October, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., The Parkway transforms into an open‑air buffet disguised as a market. Produce from Yakima orchards rubs shoulders with local distilleries offering “sample‑size” sips that somehow add up.
Shade trees, patio cafés, and a giant spinning art tree make it the Instagram darling of the Tri‑Cities. Come hungry because empanadas, tamales, and gluten‑free donuts are standard breakfast.
Street musicians set the tempo while volunteers hand out market‑money tokens so loose change isn’t required, and parking in one of the public lots keeps you from circling forever. Grab this week’s vendor map.
3‑Eyed Fish Sunday Market | Sunday sip & shop
South Richland gets a Sunday upgrade when 3‑Eyed Fish Wine Bar turns its patio at Queensgate Village into a mini market from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. starting June 8 and rolling straight through summer. The vibe mixes patio‑brunch energy—think breakfast burritos and espresso carts—with stalls hawking just‑picked cherries, cut‑flower bouquets, and dog‑treat bakeries that make pups lose their minds.
Because the market is literally steps from a wine bar, you can wander with a glass of rosé, making it the most civilized way to buy zucchini.
Shade umbrellas, mellow acoustic playlists, and plentiful seating turn browsing into lounging, while the shared parking lot means you’re never more than fifty feet from your car’s air‑conditioning. Get the latest Sunday lineup.
Wednesday in West Community Market | Food‑truck fiesta
West Richland doesn’t bother with weekly repetition; instead, it throws five pop‑up markets—April 30, May 21, June 11, July 2, and July 30—typing itself as the midweek reset you didn’t know you needed.
Held from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. near the Bombing Range Road roundabout, the market pairs small‑batch farms with a fleet of food trucks slinging everything from birria tacos to rolled ice cream.
Expect lawn games, live bands, and an artisan‑heavy vendor list featuring beeswax wraps and hand‑turned bowls.
Parking stretches along side streets, but locals just roll up on bikes and call it cardio. Check the next event date.
Prosser Farmers Market | Breakfast‑in‑the‑park classic
Thirty minutes west in wine‑soaked Prosser, this Saturday 8 a.m. to noon market has held court for 33 seasons under the cottonwoods of Prosser City Park. The soundtrack is live bluegrass, the coffee is strong, and the “Breakfast in the Park” booth serves legit scrambles on real plates.
Vendors run the gamut from heirloom tomatoes and award‑winning goat cheese to local wine for the early‑riser crowd.
Shade canopies make midsummer browsing civilized, and the adjacent playground keeps kids from sampling every berry basket in sight, while street parking rings the park but fills after 9 a.m. Peep this week’s music lineup.
Downtown Walla Walla Farmers Market | Road‑trip reward
Walla Walla’s Main Street becomes a pedestrian paradise every Saturday, May through October, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., and yes, it’s worth the 60‑minute drive. Expect farm‑fresh asparagus, artisan pasta, and flower bouquets big enough to block traffic.
Live jazz floats from the pavilion while wineries pour tasting flights—because Walla Walla. Stroll, snack, then wander into nearby boutiques before heading back to the Tri‑Cities with a trunk full of goodies and absolutely no regrets.
Street parking is free but fills fast; downtown garages are your secret weapon. See who’s pouring this weekend.
Market‑hopping pro tips
Parking: early birds snag shade, while latecomers learn why a steering‑wheel cover is priceless.
Cash vs. card: most vendors swipe, but the best peach stand usually doesn’t—ATMs lurk nearby, and their fees sting.
Coolers: stash one in your trunk with a freezer pack so your cherries don’t stew while you grab lunch.
Reusable gear: mesh produce bags keep herbs perky, and collapsible wagons make you look like a seasoned market ninja.
Hydration: Tri‑Cities heat is sneaky; toss a water bottle in that tote right next to the impulse‑buy pastries.
Follow socials: pop‑up chef demos, flash sales, and strawberry‑flat discounts drop on Instagram Stories with zero warning—FOMO is real.
Now go forth, embrace the dirt under your fingernails, and remember: supporting local farmers is the only hobby that tastes this good.
