Complete Yakima Valley travel guide including details on accommodations, events, travel packages, wine country tours, shopping, dining and more. Travel to Yakima, Washington and enjoy a wine country getaway. http://visityakima.com/ Copyright 2007 Yakima Valley Visitor and Convention Bureau Open micfrom 6-9pm every Tuesday (Service Industry Night)at Tim's Downtown Tasting Room. For information, call 248-5251. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=1651 Manic Thunder Improv Troupe, 7-9 pm Wednesdays at Carmen's Comedy Club. No cover, 1 drink/item minimum; drink specials, 21 and over only. For information, call Carmen at 509-698-3900 or carmenscomedyclub@yahoo.comor www.carmenscomedyclub.com. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=1220 Once Minutos (Latin fusion)willperform from 8-10pm in the Tasting Room or Gilbert Cellars Underground. For information, call 249-9049. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=2026 8pm -Wayman Chapman(RandB/Funk) will perform at The Depot. For information, call 509-469-4400. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=582 Free event - no ticket required. Help us celebrate the 4th anniversary of our American Viticulture Area (AVA) with specials on wines, Celtic music, authentic Irish foods, and fun with an Irish twist. For example, join Bonair Winery as they "chasethe snakes" out of the vineyards in an official tongue-in-cheek ceremony at 2pm. For moreinformation, call 509-965-4521 or 888-375-RHWT(7498), or visit www.rattlesnakehills.com. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=706 10am-6pm. Maryhill Winery welcomes guests as the winery reveals its sevennew releases. Free wine tastings, special barrel tastings, case discounts and live music featuring Ben Macy and Friends (Saturday) and Wayman Chapman (Sunday). Take part in savory wine and food tastings on Maryhill's beautiful covered arbor with spectacular view of the Columbia River and Mt. Hood.. For information, call 877-627-9445 or www.maryhillwinery.com. Maryhill Winery was named 2009 Washington Winery of the Year by Wine Press Northwest. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=1845 Beginning Ballroom Dancelessons, Thursdays through June 10th from 7-8:30pm at the Harman Center.Forcost/info, call 575-6166 or 576-4213. (No class on March 25thand May 20th.) http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=842 10am - 3nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt at North Field, benefit for the children. For information, call 509-865-2000. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=1110 5-8pm on the first Friday of each month. Live music, wine tastings, art shows, and special events at various downtown businesses. For information and a list of participating businesses, call Committee for Downtown Yakima, 509-225-2485 or www.downtownyakima.com. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=1545 Freeegg huntfor children through 9 years of age. Each child needs to bring a sack or basket to gather eggs. Each egg will have a treat, coupon, or prize. All children participating will receive a free carton of delicious chocolate or white milk. Come join the fun and meet our friends from the fire department, police department, Miss Sunnyside court, Miss Cinco de Mayo court, and our Dairy Ambassador. Listed beloware the egg hunt times for the childrens' age categories: 10:00am - 1 and 2 year olds 10:15am - 3 and 4 year olds 10:30am - 5 and 6 year olds 10:45am - 7, 8, and 9 year olds. For information, please call Tami at 509-837-4321. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=1803 11am-3pm - Enjoy a fabulous buffet brunch Wine Country Style at Kestrel Vintners. For reservation (required), call 509-786-CORK(2675).Cost: Adults $28.95 Kids $14.95 Seniors $21.95 http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=2135 Enjoy a free brown bag lecture event and choose one or all of the five lectures. The topics are about animals and plants around our lands. Bring your lunch. The lecture series are open to the public and held from 12-1pm on April 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 at the Yakama Nation Museum. For information, call 509-865-2800, ext. 1. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=784 10am-4pm - Local kite enthusiasts are encouraged to bring their kites to Columbia Crest Wineryto fly with experts from Columbia River Kite. This is a fun, free family event for all ages, so bring your kites and picnic on our beautiful landscaped grounds. Prizes will be awarded in various categories. No admittance fee. For information, call Erin at 425-415-3696. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=2128 While Yakima Valley wineries unveil their latest vintages with tastings straight from the barrel, Spring Fling Festival ties the fresh, sweet air of cherry blossoms and asparagus harvest with countryside events and celebrations. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=660 Free! An annual tradition in the Rattlesnake Hills. No ticket or premier pass required. Sixteen (16) wineries in the Rattlesnake Hills roll out the barrels for complimentary samples of soon-to-be-released and award-winning wines. Taste directly from the barrels and find out why Rattlesnake Hills wine grapes are some of the most sought after grapes in the industry. This weekend you'll find smaller lines and time for more one-on-one with the winemakers. Purchase a $10 Passport for great discounts on wine and/or free reserve wine tasting at all the Rattlesnake Hills Wine Trail wineries. For information, call 509-965-4521 or 888-375-RHWT or www.rattlesnakehills.com . http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=631 10am-4pm - Arts and craftsshow at the Yakama Nation RV Park. Vendors welcome, $20 a table. For information, call Tana at 509-865-2000 or 509-865-5121, ext. 4794. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=1079 7:30pm - Alexander Tchobanov and Angel Valchinov (piano and violin) perform at The Seasons Performance Hall. Tickets: $15. For tickets/information, call 509-453-1888 or www.theseasonsyakima.com. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=2114 Enjoy a free brown bag lecture event and choose one or all of the five lectures. The topics are about animals and plants around our lands. Bring your lunch. The lecture series are open to the public and held from 12-1pm on April 1, 8, 15, 22, and 29 at the Yakama Nation Museum. For information, call 509-865-2800, ext. 1. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=785 Free! An annual tradition for more than 20 years in the Yakima Valley. No ticket or premier pass required atour wineries. Winemakers at the sixteen (16) wineries in the Rattlesnake Hills offer samples of soon-to-be-released and award-winning wines. Taste directly from the barrels, speak with the winemakers about their craft and gain insight into the artistic process of the fine, award-winning wines produced in the Rattlesnake Hills. This weekend you'll find live bands, artists, and food vendors in the Rattlesnake Hills. Purchase a $10 Passport for great discounts on wine and/or free reserve wine tasting at all the Rattlesnake Hills Wine Trail wineries. You must have a glass to sample this weekend. For information, visit www.rattlesnakehills.comor call 509-965-4521 or 888-375-RHWT. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=633 From 10am-5pm daily, barrel 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 begin February 1, 2010 and be discontinuedApril 21, 2010. 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, www.wineyakimavalley.org or call 509-965-5201. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=669 Come taste the future vintages of Gilbert Cellars Winery. Free tasting for Pass holders available to the public for a fee. Wine futures available on specialreleases. Hours: Friday and Saturday 10am-11pm; Sunday 12-5pm. For information, call 509-249-9049. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=823 8-10pm - Gilbert Cellars' Spring Barrel Tasting event in Historic Downtown Yakimafeatures Mark Holt. For information, call 509-249-9049. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=1343 10am-5pm - Sample wines from start to finish, barrel to bottle at Columbia Crest Winery. Enjoy winery tours, live music, and great wine. All guests are welcome; no admittance fee. For information, call Erin at 425-415-3696. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=2129 11am-7pm - The Tasting Room Yakima at Wilridge Vineyard on Naches Heights will be featuring barrel samples and new wine releases from all four of their member wineries. Premier Pass holders will taste complimentary barrel samples of the first wines from Wilridge's new organic and biodynamic estate vineyard, new 09 white wines, 08 Syrah from Naches Heights, the new sparkling wines from Mountain Dome, and the new Cuvee Alexander from Harlequin, as well as receive a selection of charcuterie from Salumi Salami. Phil Cline of Naches Heights Winery will present an educational seminar on organic and biodynamic viticulture on Saturday at 2pm. For information, call 509-966-0686. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=2191 7:30pm - The Ellen Whyte Blues Band (blues) will perform at The Seasons. Tickets: $15. For tickets/information, call 509-453-1888 or www.theseasonsyakima.com. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=2115 11am-1pm at Desert Wind Winery - Chef Bill Wavrin (Glen Ivy HotSprings Resort) will present a very special guest chef cooking class. Tickets are $45 per person and includes the class, two glasses of wine, and tasting portions of all food prepared during the class. Class is limited to 18 participants; wine dinner/cooking class packages are also available. Purchase your tickets onlineor call 509-786-7277, x104. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=2120 6-9pm at Desert Wind Winery - join Desert Wind Winemaker Greg Fries for a special multi-course winemaker's dinner prepared by Executive Chef Bill Wavrin of Glen Ivy Hot Springs and Rancho La Puerta Spa fame. Tickets: $90 per person, includeswine pairings for each course. Tax and gratuity are not included. Purchase your tickets online or call 509-786-7277, x104. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=2121 For great Mexican food, this is the place to be! Enjoy the many street vendors, live entertainment, carnival rides, and the Miss Cinco de Mayo Pageant. For information, call Sunnyside Chamber of Commerce, 800-457-8089 or 509-837-5939. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=673 Every Saturday through October - 8am-noon at Prosser City Park, 7th Street and Sommers Avenue.Kiwanis serves breakfast from 8-10am for $4. Great place to purchase local plants, fruits, vegetables, baked good, fresh cut flowers, coffees and artisan crafts.For information, call 509-786-9174 or www.prosserfarmersmarket.com. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=177 Join the fun at the 9th Annual Fiesta Grande in downtown Yakima (in front of the Millennium Plaza). Billed at the largest Cinco de Mayo in Washington State, the Fiesta Grande cultural event brings much fun and entertainment to downtown Yakima. There is entertainment for all the family with a parade on Sunday at 1pm, Charros on dancing horses, youth ballet folklorico groups, car show with over 100 cars, entertainment of all types of music, talent show for all ages, and a carnival for children. Vendors will have the opportunity to sell and display different food and crafts. There will also be live entertainment by Mariachis and different bands. A beer garden will be available next to the stage. Hours:10am-8pm both Saturday and Sunday. For information, call the Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, 509-453-2050. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=707 Mother's Day Brunch, 10am-3pm at Kestrel Vintners. Cost: $28.50 adults, $14.95 children (11 and under). For information, call 509-786-2675. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=1863 Mother's Day Brunch with two seatings: 11:30am and 1:30pm. Cost: $25 per person, $18 for guests 60 years and older, includes brunch and two mimosas; tax and gratuity not included. For reservation/information, call 509-786-7277. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=2157 The Toppenish Mural Society's Mural In A Day two-day event: Friday, June 4th: 10am-noon - Treaty Days Parade - Yakama Nation Cultural Center 12-4pm - Mural Tours - take a tour in a horse-drawn covered wagon. 6-9pm - Lions' Club Steak Feed and Beer Garden in Pioneer Park. Saturday, June 5th: 7-9am - Lions Club Pancake Breakfast - Pioneer Park 9am-5pm - Mural Painting, live music and entertainment, mural treasure hunt, and raffle. 6-9pm - See an entire historical mural come to lifeas artists paint the town's newest mural.Free. For information, call 509-865-3262. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=659 7am-1:30pm - Relay race for adultsheld at the Yakima Greenway.includesafield run, mountain bike, canoe or rollerblade, road bike and run (5K or 10K) leg. Kids race for ages 6-14 years includes a run, bike, rollerblade, canoe (in pond), and obstacle course legs. For information, call Jeff at 509-453-8280. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=123 Barbeque showdown and benefit at McKinley Springs. Come and cheer on your favorite team and help support our troops. For information, www.mckinleysprings.com or 509-894-4528. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=2056 Professional minor league baseball with ticket prices starting at $5.50. Affordable family fun with the opportunity to see the big league stars of tomorrow. Games on Monday through Saturday start at 7:05pm and Sunday games start at 5:35pm. For information, call 509-457-5151 or www.yakimabears.com. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=1814 Wine and food tasting from 2-4pm, dessert and auction 4-6pm at State Fair Park. Winners will be announced from the Wine Judging Competition. Cost $75 which includes food, wine, live music, and silent and live auction.For tickets/information, call 509-248-7160 or www.sunshineandwine.com. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=674 Carnival opens July 1st at 5pm and closes at 10pm. Friday- Carnival hours are 4-10pm. Saturday - Noon - midnight. (Fireworks at 10pm) Sunday - 1-6pm For information, call 248-7160. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=1330 For information, call 509-865-3262 or www.toppenish.net. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=1889 For more information, call theToppenish Visitor Center, 509-865-3262. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=681 Bring the family to one of the largest 4th of July parades - 11am in downtown Toppenish. Free. For information, call 509-865-3262. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=663 The fun begins at 10am with a Kiddie Parade starting at the Courthouse, going through town and ending at the city park. From there, it's fun for the whole family with food, games, and entertainment. There will also be a car show. The festivities go on until 3pm. Then at dusk (around 9:45pm) the Prosser Rotary Club puts on their annual fireworks display. For information, call 509-786-3177. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=357 4th of July celebration at State Fair Park from noon to midnight. Children's activities from 1-6pm, water fun, carnival, vendors. Stage entertainment from 2:30-10pm, fireworks at 10pm. Ticket fees apply for carnival and Sundola rides. Free parking. For information, call 509-248-7160 or www.yakima4thofjuly.org. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=625 12pm - take the family to Zillah's Old Fashioned 4th of July for food, games, contest, BBQ, contest, and fireworks. For information, call Larry or Clayton at 509-790-7451. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=1849 Hours: 10:30am-12:30pm - join us for a field trip to the Columbia Crest estate vineyardas you learn about the cycle of the grape, terroir, and viticultural practices. A formal tasting will follow featuring Columbia Crest red and white wines. Pre-registration is required with a $25 fee per person. This tour will be repeated on the first Sunday of every month from April through August. For information/registration, call 888-309-WINE. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=2131 This annual festival has numerous craft and food vendors, extensive childen's activities, a mini Medieval Festival (hosted by the Society for Creative Anachronism), a Saturday night Contra dance, and music and dance performances on five outdoor stages, the museum's Great Hall stage, and evening concerts downtown. The festival is held in the Yakima Valley Museum and adjacent Franklin Park and all events are free to the public. There are over 60 performance acts. For information, call Mike at 609-248-0747. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=1900 8am-8pm at Jim Sprick Community Park on Chinoook Pass, State Route 410. Fun family activities, vendors with handcrafted items, food booths, displays, kids games, egg toss, live entertainment, Lions bingo, horseshoe tournaments, black-powder demonstrations, rescue demonstrations by Central Washington Mountain Rescue, a Civil War encampment and demonstration in full uniform, amateur wood events. Admission is$1.00 donation. For information,email Maggie at rmnbe626@aol.com. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=432 Over 30 Northwest artists, 20 Prosser wineries,live jazz and some great food vendors make for a great summer evening as we transform the streets of historic downtown Prosser into a landscaped art park. Hours: 6-10pm. Tickets available online: $15.Must be 21 to attend. For information, call 509-786-3177 or go to prosserchamber.org. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=358 The Luis Palau Association, with the help of 55 local congregations, will host this free two-day event at State Fair Park. The festival is only part of the project. Community service activities, featuring hundreds of volunteers from local churches, will start in May. The activities are part of the association's Season of Service campaign which will focus on homelessness, the environment, schools, hunger and health and will culminate with the festival, which will include concerts, children's activities, action sports demonstrations, and messages from internationally known evangelist Luis Palau and his son Andrew. For more information on this event, visit www.yakimavalleycityfest.com. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=1887 6pm - Celebrate our Tasting Room's 3rd year in business with the rest of theGilbert Cellars family. Live music and complimentary hors d'oeuvres. For information, call Kirsten at 509-249-9049. http://visityakima.com/newSite/yakima-valley-event-detail.asp?eventID=1808