Events in Yakima, WA

A group walk takes place at Emil Kissel Park. Spend time walking alongside others in the park.

Fresh energy and new faces meet a classic local cruise-in tradition at Majors Restaurant. All kinds of vehicles are welcome, from showstoppers and project cars to daily drivers, and the atmosphere is family friendly with room for spectators. Participants park with friends or their club, grab a bite, and enjoy a relaxed evening showing off their rides. The focus is on great cars, great food, and supporting local businesses as a new season gets underway. Bring your camera and whatever you love to cruise in, whether fully finished or still a work in progress. The restaurant will be ready, with more details to come.

Car and bike enthusiasts gather at Yakima Coffee Company for a meet featuring classic, performance, muscle and exotic cars, along with bikes and trucks. This casual setting offers a chance to see a variety of rides, connect with fellow gearheads, and pick up coffee from the shop. Please respect the property, avoid loud music, and be mindful of the surrounding neighborhood during the event.

Create your own e-reader or a bag charm with Butterfly Kisses. This event is for adults only. Tickets are not refundable.

Lena + The Bear present two shows at the Central WA Fair at State Fair Park. The first is on the community stage, followed by another on the Harvest Plaza stage.

Royal Bliss brings a headlining performance to Perham Hall at The Old Warehouse in Zillah, Washington. The concert spotlights the band on the Perham Hall stage.

Enjoy a performance on the fair's community stage.

This appearance at the fair features two performances. It begins on the community stage and then continues at the Harvest Plaza stage.

The season gets underway at Tailgaters Bar & Grill with a casual cruise‑in that welcomes every kind of ride, from polished show cars to in‑progress projects and daily drivers. Open to friends, families, car clubs, and photographers, it offers an easygoing evening to park together, swap stories, and enjoy good food alongside great machines. Both participants and spectators are welcome, and the restaurant will be prepared for the crowd. Drivers can share photos of what they plan to bring, whether it is a fresh build, a recent refresh, or something still being wrenched on. More updates will follow as the season continues.

Learn everyday Ichishkiin words and phrases in a class at Yakima Downtown Library. Ichishkiin is an Indigenous language at critical risk of being lost, and this session offers a way to support revitalization while building useful language skills for daily life. All are welcome. For questions, contact language@yakama.com.

Pepp'rmint Stick Drive-In hosts a relaxed cruise-in that carries on a classic Yakima tradition with fresh energy and plenty of newcomers. Drivers are welcome to bring anything from pristine showpieces and ongoing projects to everyday commuters, while friends, families, clubs, and spectators can enjoy the scene. Pull in and park with your crew, grab something from the restaurant, and spend the evening checking out cars and chatting with fellow enthusiasts. The aim is simple, fill the lots, support local businesses, and celebrate the start of a new season of cruising. The restaurant plans to be ready for the crowd, and the community embraces everything from freshly finished builds to works in progress. More details will be shared as they become available.

This classics-focused book club brings readers together for selected works and meets 3 to 4 times a year. To attend, purchase the book from the organizers before the club date, as this is required for participation. There is also a request to shop small so it can continue for a long time.

This yearly car show that wraps up the season takes place at the Central Washington Agricultural Museum. Expect food trucks on site, trophies for standout vehicles, and a wide selection of rides to explore.

This PDGA-sanctioned disc golf tournament welcomes both professional and amateur players. The event features player packs, awards, cash prizes, script, and a raffle. Many participants stop for a photo at the signature Tank Hole. Expect a competitive, friendly atmosphere for disc golfers of all skill levels.

Connect with others at Wellness House through a welcoming support and movement program designed for people with type 1 or type 2 diabetes or prediabetes, as well as caregivers and supporters. The gathering starts with a peer-led conversation that focuses on practical self-care ideas and may include short educational insights from 509 Nutrition & Diabetes Care. It continues with gentle, low impact movement such as seated options, balance practice, and light strength work, with adaptations for every mobility level. There is no cost to participate, and donations are appreciated. Bring water, comfortable clothing and shoes, and any glucose supplies or fast-acting carbohydrates you may need. RSVP or ask questions at (509) 575-6686. This program is offered in partnership with 509 Nutrition & Diabetes Care, and volunteers are welcome to help with setup and check-in.

A classic Yakima cruise-in tradition at Miner's Drive-In Restaurant welcomes car enthusiasts of every kind. Bring a showpiece, a work in progress, a daily driver, or simply come to hang out. Roll in, park with friends or your club, grab a bite, and enjoy a laid-back showcase where great cars meet great food. Families and spectators are welcome, and the restaurant is prepared for the crowd. Share a photo of what you plan to bring, from fresh builds to ongoing projects. Support local businesses and help kick off a new season of community cruising, with more details to come.

AGRI-COPIA is a family-friendly celebration of agriculture with free admission and donations appreciated. Expect draft horse plowing demonstrations along with informative harnessing demos. Horse-drawn wagon rides are offered, and kids can take a turn on the mini rail car train. Creative fun includes free pumpkin decorating available on both days. Guests can explore the Central Washington Agricultural Museum using a complimentary audio tour card and discover exhibits such as the vintage sawmill, the Buggy Building, Amos Cabin, and Youngs Cabin. The Olde Yakima Letterpress Museum will be open to explore as well. Food will be available for purchase throughout the event.

The market is looking ahead to an especially fulfilling fall season. Excitement is building for what the coming weeks will bring.

The Annual AGRI-COPIA offers a family-friendly agricultural experience with free admission, and donations are appreciated. Guests can watch draft horse plowing demonstrations and see how the teams are harnessed. Families can enjoy horse-drawn wagon rides, and children can ride a mini rail car train. Free pumpkin decorating is available on both days. At the Central Washington Agricultural Museum, visitors can pick up a complimentary audio tour card and explore exhibits such as a vintage sawmill, the Buggy Building, Amos Cabin, Youngs Cabin, and more. The Olde Yakima Letterpress Museum will be open for visits. Food will be available for purchase on both days.

At Franklin Park, this 5k celebrates the resilience and strength of Warrior Women. Designed for women, it includes the signature Warrior Women Run along with a dedicated girls’ run that encourages confidence and determination. Expect a lively atmosphere with food trucks, shopping vendors, and plenty of fun. Participants can run, jog, or walk, and all finishers receive a custom medal. Registration is available as an individual for $50, as a team of four for $45 per person, as a team of ten for $40 per person, and for kids at $20 for ages 5 to 13. A portion of the proceeds supports the YWCA. The event brings together women and girls in a shared spirit of courage and perseverance.

Car enthusiasts gather at Famous Dave's Bar-B-Que for a relaxed cruise-in that celebrates a long running local tradition. All types of vehicles are part of the scene, from polished classics to works in progress and everyday drivers, with families, spectators, clubs, and newcomers welcome. Participants park together, check out each other's builds, take photos, and enjoy barbecue as conversations flow. The focus is on community, showcasing rides, and giving a boost to nearby businesses as a new season begins.

A playful Mrs. Roper themed romp sweeps through the Yakima Valley, blending boutique browsing, sips, laughter, and a ride on the Yakima Valley Trolleys. The day begins with check in at Farmgirl Pickings, then continues to Whimsical Details, The Gathered Home, The Little Soapmaker, and Rooted, with a little something at each stop before heading to the trolley barn for trolley fun, dinner, and an evening together. Event proceeds benefit the historic Yakima Valley Trolleys. Attendees are encouraged to embrace the look with a fabulous caftan, bold jewelry, and big hair, bring friends, and channel Helen Roper for outfit inspiration. Capacity is limited, and advance tickets are required.

This annual Kids Day features guided lights-on, behind-the-scenes tours of the haunt, a 4-H petting zoo presented by Selah 4-H, and a festive Trunk or Treat. Admission for children is $5 plus a can of food, and adults are free. Each child receives a ticket to return the same day to experience the haunt at night with the lights off. Adults can also receive the return ticket by paying the $5 fee and bringing a can of food. Those interested in entering a decorated vehicle for Trunk or Treat can request an application by emailing maddhattershaunt@gmail.com. Participants receive two VIP tickets to Madd Hatters for the 2025 season and four kids passes for this Kids Day. The first 25 registrants will receive a dash plaque, and the best decorated trunk will be recognized with a handcrafted award created by Sara James of S&J Entertainment.

Dinner in the Dark offers an immersive charity evening in support of a local nonprofit low vision clinic. Share a full meal while blindfolded to better understand life with limited sight, test your putting skills with a low vision simulation, and browse a silent auction featuring items from the community. Each ticket includes dinner and two drinks.

A cheerful farmers market brings the season to a close with holiday flair. The last of the harvest is featured, while crafters present festive creations ready for the holidays. It all culminates in a final large market that wraps up the series.