Escape to Yakima Valley wine country for one of our prized sunny Fall weekends and catch a unique event like the Fresh Hop Ale festival, HalloWINE and Thanksgiving in Wine Country. Cruise the countryside and take in the kaleidoscopic colors of the vineyard and orchard foliage.
Enjoy the scenes and smells of harvest as the grapes, apples, pears, and produce are harvested. The afternoons are warm and the nights are crisp and dry – perfect for cozying up in a downtown winery lounge with your favorite red.
Yakima Valley Wine Country Fall Events
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1/11/2009 - 3/7/2009
Yakima Honors Peoples of the Plateau - Through the Lens Past and Present at Larson Gallery
Location: Yakima , Toppenish
South 16th Avenue and Nob Hill Blvd.Grand Opening at the Larson Gallery, corner of South 16th Avenue and Nob Hill Blvd., Yakima Valley Museum, 2105 Tieton Drive, and Allied Arts Yakima, 5000 W. Lincoln Avenue. This citywide celebration with much adjunct programming includes the Larson Gallery exhibit of Native American photographs taken by Lee Moorhouse from 1898-1915 and photos taken by current Heritage University students. Opening reception: Sunday, January 11th, 2-5pm in the Larson Gallery located on the campus of Yakima Valley Community College. For information, call 574-4875. Learn More.
All venues involved will host guest speakers and adjunct workshops and programs throughout the duration of the project. This is an opportunity for tour groups to visit numerous sites in the Yakima area and enjoy photography, beadwork, basketry and contemporary Native American artwork all referencing our "Yakama" heritage and other "peoples of the plateau!"
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1/11/2009 - 3/4/2009
Yakima Honors Peoples of the Plateau at Allied Arts of Yakima
Location: Yakima
5000 W. Lincoln Ave.This is a city-wide celebration of our Native American heritage being hosted by Yakima's major cultural facilities. Allied Arts will feature artwork by contemporary Native American artists.
All venues involved will host guest speakers and adjunct workshops and programs throughout the duration of the project. This is an opportunity for tour groups to visit numerous sites in the Yakima area and enjoy photography, beadwork, basketry and contemporary Native American artwork all referencing our "Yakama" heritage and other "peoples of the plateau!" -
1/11/2009 - 12/31/2009
Yakima Honors Peoples of the Plateau at Yakama Nation Cultural Center and Museum
Location: Toppenish
100 Spiel-yi LoopThis is a city-wide celebration of our Native American heritage being hosted by Yakima's major cultural facilities. The Yakama Nation Cultural Center and Museum will present a special exhibit and will sponsor a day-long dinner augmented by dancers and drummers on Saturday, Feb. 7, 2009 on the grounds of the Cultural Center in Toppenish, WA.
All venues involved will host guest speakers and adjunct workshops and programs throughout the duration of the project. This is an opportunity for tour groups to visit numerous sites in the Yakima area and enjoy photography, beadwork, basketry and contemporary Native American artwork all referencing our "Yakama" heritage and other "peoples of the plateau!" -
2/7/2009
McKinley Springs Winery - Love in the Hills
Location: Prosser
1201 Alderdale Rd.For information, call 509-894-4528.
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2/14/2009 - 2/16/2009
Wine Yakima Valley's Red Wine and Chocolate
Location: Yakima , Zillah , Granger , Prosser , Wapato , Benton City , Sunnyside , Outlook
VariousThis is the weekend for chocolate lovers! Visit the more than 52 wineries in the Yakima Valley wine country and indulge in sumptuous chocolate desserts paired with fabulous red wines. For information and a list of participating wineries, visit www.visityakima.com or call 800-221-0751.
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2/14/2009 - 2/16/2009
Rattlesnake Hills Red Wine and Chocolate
Location: Wapato , Zillah , Outlook , Granger , Sunnyside
Various - off I-82Three delicious days of wine and chocolate! Experience the true flavors of luscious red wines and ports in the tasting rooms of the wineries when they are paired with dark, bittersweet, or milk chocolate delicacies. No charge - no tickets needed!! Come and enjoy our complimentary samples of great wines, decadent chocolates, and weekend specials. (Visitors must have a wine glass to taste). Tasting hours: 10am-6pm.
Special discounts and/or reserve tasting can be yours with a Rattlesnake Hills Passport card for $5 (not required, but definitely worthwhile). Purchase your Passport and logo wine glass at any of the Rattlesnake Hills wineries or at the Yakima Visitor Center just off I-82 at exit 33A. For information, call 509-965-4521 or 888-375-RHWT. -
2/14/2009 - 4/30/2009
Yakima Honors Peoples of the Plateau at Yakima Valley Museum
Location: Yakima
2105 Tieton Dr.This is a city-wide celebration of our Native American heritage being hosted by Yakima's major cultural facilities. The Yakima Valley Museum will display Native American beadwork and basketry from the Museum's permanent collection and other objects from local collectors in honor of the Peoples of the Plateau.
All venues involved will host guest speakers and adjunct workshops and programs throughout the duration of the project. This is an opportunity for tour groups to visit numerous sites in the Yakima area and enjoy photography, beadwork, basketry and contemporary Native American artwork all referencing our "Yakama" heritage and other "peoples of the plateau!" -
2/20/2009 - 2/22/2009
100 Years of Motorcycles Winter Rally and Concert Series
Location: Yakima
1301 S. Fair Ave.Join us in this celebration of the countries premiere custom bike builders with live entertainment, beer gardens, and the ultimate display of the industries leading vendors at Yakima Valley SunDome. Tickets $16 daily or $21 for a 3-day pass; children 10 and under are free. Tickets available at the box office or over the phone 800-325-7328. Concerts will be held in the evening and are included in the ticket price. Event times: Friday and Saturday: 10am-midnight; Sunday: 10am-6pm. Free parking. For information, call 509-892-2111 or visit www.100yearsofmotorcycles.com.
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2/28/2009
Kyle MacLachlan at the Capitol Theatre
Location: Yakima
19 S. 3rd St.Kyle MacLachlan, guest narrator, and the Yakima Symphony Chorus join the Yakima Symphony Orchestra in a tribute to our 16th President. The orchestra performs Aaron Copland’s The Lincoln Portrait, and Beethoven’s 9th Symphony, 7:30pm at the Capitol Theatre. For tickets/info, call 853-ARTS (2787).
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3/18/2009
Yakima Town Hall Lecture Series - No. 3 of 4
Location: Yakima
19 S. Third St.Featured Speaker: Rob Gifford, Chief Beijing correspondent for NPR, is the third of four speakers at the Allied Arts 2008-2009 Yakima Town Hall Lecture Series held at the Capitol Theatre, 19 South Third Street from 11am-noon. Ticket price for the four-lecture series is $70. For info/tickets, call Allied Arts at 966-0930, ext. 330 or visit www.alliedartsyakima.org.
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4/17/2009 - 4/19/2009
Pre-Spring Barrel Tasting Rattlesnake Hills Style
Location: Wapato , Zillah , Outlook , Sunnyside , Granger
Various - off I-82Two exciting weekends where you'll taste wine samples directly from the barrel and winemakers on hand to discuss their wines. April 17th-19th, experience shorter lines and more one-on-one time with the winemakers. April 24th-26th, experience live music, foods, and crafts along with the wine. Never a ticket required event at the Rattlesnake Hills Wine Trail Wineries. Event times: 10am-6pm. For information, call 509-965-4521 or 888-375-RHWT or www.rattlesnakehills.com.
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4/17/2009 - 4/26/2009
Spring Fling Festival
Location: Wapato , Toppenish , Zillah , Granger , Grandview , Benton City , Prosser , Sunnyside , Outlook
VariousThe Yakima Valley welcomes wine lovers from all over the Pacific Northwest during our Spring Fling Festival. In addition to wine tasting, the Festival showcases the many amenities of the beautiful Yakima Valley. Many activities are family friendly, so bring the kids! For event information, times and locations, visit www.springflingfestival.com or call 509-786-7977.
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4/22/2009
Yakima Town Hall Lecture Series - No. 4 of 4
Location: Yakima
19 S. Third St.Featured Speaker: Lisa Ling, known for her role on ABC's The View, and as the special correspondent for the Oprah Winfrey Show, now the first female host of the National Geographic Channel's Explorer, will be the last of four speakers at the Allied Arts 2008-2009 Yakima Town Hall Lecture Series held at the Capitol Theatre, 19 South Third Street from 11am-noon. Ticket price for the four-lecture series is $70. For info/tickets, call Allied Arts at 966-0930, ext. 330 or visit www.alliedartsyakima.org.
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4/24/2009 - 4/26/2009
Spring Barrel Tasting Rattlesnake Hills Style
Location: Wapato , Zillah , Outlook , Granger , Sunnyside
Various - off I-82Two exciting weekends where you'll taste wine samples directly from the barrel and find winemakers on hand to discuss their wines. April 17th-19th, experience shorter lines and more one-on-one time with the winemakers. April 24th-26th, experience live music, foods, and crafts, along with the wine. Never a ticket required event at the Rattlesnake Hills Wine Trail Wineries. Event hours: 10am-6pm. For information, visit www. rattlesnakehills.com, or call 509-965-4521 or 888-375-RHWT.
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4/24/2009 - 4/26/2009
Spring Barrel Tasting in the Yakima Valley
Location: Yakima , Prosser , Naches , Sunnyside , Wapato , Outlook , Benton City , Zillah , Granger
VariousBarrel tasting allows tasters a sneak preview of upcoming vintages from their favorite wineries. This special weekend in the Yakima Valley features winemakers and cellar staff who are on hand to share insights and answer questions on the winemaking process. Many of the 50 participating wineries make special efforts to enhance the wine tasting experience by adding delicious cheeses, sauces, salsas, and even desserts to the mix along with special tastings and education.
Upgrade your Yakima Valley wine tasting experience with a Wine Yakima Valley Premiere pass. Passes are $30.00 on-line or $35.00 at the door. On-line Pass sales will be discontinued April 21, 2009. Passes are non-refundable, but can be transferred to another Wine Yakima Valley event. Your purchase of a Premiere Pass (wristband) includes a 15oz commemorative wineglass. For information, call 800-258-7270. -
4/24/2009 - 4/26/2009
Spring Barrel Tasting at Columbia Crest Winery
Location: Paterson
Hwy. 221 Columbia Crest DriveFrom 10am-5pm, sample wines from start to finish, barrel to bottle. Enjoy winery tours, live music and great food. All guests are welcome; no admittance fee. For information, call 888-309-9463.
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5/30/2009
Gap2Gap Relay Race 2009
Location: Yakima
Sarg Hubbard ParkThe 25th Anniversary of the Yakima Greenway's Gap2Gap relay race and the 20th Annual Jr. Gap2Gap will be held at the Yakima Greenway. Challenge your lifestyle by participating in the 25th Anniversary Elite or Sport Gap2Gap relay race. This event encourages individuals to compete against themselves and others in a series of activities such as biking, running, kayaking/canoeing, and in-line skating. As you breathe in the beautiful view of the Yakima and Naches Rivers, you are ultimately one step closer in reaching your fitness goals and the finish line. For information, call Jeff at 509-453-8280.
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7/4/2009
Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration
Location: Prosser
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7/4/2009
Yakima's 4th of July Celebration
Location: Yakima
1301 S. Fair Ave.4th of July celebration at State Fair Park from noon to midnight. For information, call 509-248-7160.
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8/15/2009
A Case of the Blues and All That Jazz
Location: Yakima
South 18th St.Don't miss this event featuring "Down & Dirty Delta Blues", 3-11pm at Sarg Hubbard Park on the Greenway. For information, call 509-453-8280 or www.yakimagreenway.org.
