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Tri-Cities Washington Things To DoAre you looking for something to do this weekend in the Tri-Cities Washington or the surrounding area? Then check this out! We have put together a list of 25 things to do in the Tri-Cities Washington.

  1. Enjoy walking/running/biking the Sacajawea Heritage Trail in Kennewick Washington.
  2. Check out the Largest open-air Farmer's Market in Washington for your fresh produce purchase. 
  3. History buffs will enjoy all the information presented at the Franklin County Historical Museum. 
  4. Wrap up summer by enjoying the Benton Franklin County Fair and Rodeo towards the end of August. 
  5. Take a tour of the Columbia River on a Jetboat ride, Columbia River Journey offers several different tours up and down the Columbia River.
  6. Test out some fine Mexican…

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GESA Credit Union Turkey Trot Fun Run to Benefit Benton Franklin Red Cross2022 GESA Credit Union Turkey Trot Fun Run to Benefit Benton Franklin Red Cross
This Thanksgiving, the Benton Franklin Red Cross will be holding its Turkey Trot to benefit the Benton/Franklin chapter of the American Red Cross. The Turkey Trot includes a 1-mile fun run and a 5k run, both races begin at 9:00 am at the stage area of Columbia Park in Kennewick Washington (across from the playground of dreams). 

Water stations will be set up in the 5K course at about the 1-mile and 2-mile markers; no water station for the 1 mile. The results of the Turkey Trot will not be recorded or published, but there will be a clock at the finish line for runners to check their time. 

Frequently Asked Questions: 

  • Where and when can I "Trot"? We are so excited to…

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Christ the King Sausage Fest2022 Sausage Fest at Christ the King School in Richland Washington

For decades Christ the King School has held Sausage Fest, the primary fundraising event for each school year. This annual community event hosts nearly 25,000-30,000 people a year making it the third largest event in Tri Cities Washington. Sausage Fest takes place every year during the third full weekend of September, this year it is September 16-17; the weekend begins Friday night at 5:00 pm and goes through midnight then starts back up on Saturday at 11:00 am and goes until midnight..

Admission is free and includes plenty of games for kids of all ages along with food booths featuring over 30 different foods, an indoor and outdoor Biergarten, live music, arts & crafts, Granny’s…

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2019 Benton County Fair and Rodeo: The Best Week of the Summer2022 Benton Franklin Fair and Rodeo information

The 2022 Benton Franklin Fair and Rodeo will be held on August 23rd through 27th 2022 and is still “The Best Week of Summer.” Come check out all the fair has to offer, as with every year this year has a ton of fun for all ages. To start things off there is a Demolition Derby and The Grand Parade.  You can also view the entire calendar here.

PRICING AND INFORMATION:
FAIR DATES
August 23-27, 2022
THEME
The Best Week of Summer
FAIR HOURS
Tues.-Fri.: 10:00am - 11:00pm
Sat.: 10:00am - Midnight
ROYALTY
Piper Schirm
GRAND PARADE
Saturday, Aug. 20 at 10:00 am
Downtown Kennewick
DEMOLITION DERBY
Saturday, Aug. 20
Lithia Ram Rodeo Arena
4:00 pm Gates open
6:30 pm Time Trials
7:30 pm Racing
$20 - Adult (13+) Reserved Seating
$15 -…

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2022 Three Rivers Folklife's Tumbleweed Music Festival, Howard Amon Park on the Columbia River, September 2-4, 2022

2021Three Rivers Folklife's Tumbleweed Music Festival, Howard Amon Park on the Columbia RiverLabor Day weekend, Howard Amon Park in Richland will host the Tumbleweed Music Festival.  3 days of great acoustic music on the banks of the Columbia River.  This year's theme is "Dear Friends."  All events are free except for the Saturday Evening Concert and Sunday Contra Dance Fundraisers.  Five outdoor stages featuring 99+ different acts, an open mic stage, an indoor dance floor, 30+ workshops, food & craft vendors, and online performance & workshops.  You can download the schedule here.

Three Rivers Folklife Society has put on the Tumbleweed Music Festival every year the festival will be celebrating its annual festival. Bring the…

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The 2022 56th Annual Columbia Cup Hydroplane Races On The Columbia River & Water Follies July 29-31, 2022 in Kennewick's Tri-Cities WA

50th Annual Columbia Cup Hydroplane Races On The Columbia River 2015About the Annual Columbia Cup Hydroplane Races On The Columbia River | Water Follies 
The 2022 HAPO Columbia Cup will mark the 56th time Unlimited Hydroplanes have raced on the Columbia River. This year’s event, like the inaugural in 1966, will most likely have 12 Unlimiteds in attendance. But the modern Unlimited Hydroplane has very little in common with those first boats that churned the waters of the Columbia River. The hydroplanes of today are almost more plane than hydro. They are thirty-foot long; 7,000-pound wings that glide over the water with only the bare minimum of the boat making contact with the river.…

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The Allied Arts Association is pleased to present to you the 61st Annual Art in the Park on July 29-30. Art in the Park is an annual event held each summer in Richland Washington's Howard Amon Park. This annual event is a place where the experienced and novice artists and art lovers can come together for one coming theme, ART. The show features a wide variety of art, you are guaranteed to find photos, jewelry, metal art, furniture, pottery, paintings, glass art, and much more at the Annual Arts in the Park event. Throughout the two days of Art in the Park there will be artists giving demonstrations, delicious food, music, and a shuttle service. There is no fee to attend the event. The hours for the 61st Annual Art in the Park are as follows: Friday, July…

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end of school celebrationThe Living Room Community Church is pleased to host the End of School Celebration on June 11, 2017. The fun will begin at 8:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. The Living Room is located at 1409 S. Garfield St., Kennewick, WA. For more details, visit The Living Room's website.

End of School Celebration: Praising the Kids for Completing a School Year

Another school year has ended and the little ones deserve a pat on the back for a job well done. Parents and siblings also deserve the merit for support. The End of School Celebration is an opportunity to treat the whole family for this accomplishment. The event will feature hot dog lunches and water fun! There will be shaved ice, popsicles, and otter pops, too! The End of School Celebration is definitely a family…

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memorial weekend festival imageRainier Amusements is bringing the Memorial Weekend Festival fun beginning May 26 until May 29, 2017. The schedule will be from 3 p.m. until 10 p.m. on May 26, 12 pm. until 10 p.m. on May 27 and 28 and 12 p.m. to p.m. on May 29. Memorial Weekend Festival will take place at Go Bowl Lanes & Arcade, at 2799 W Lewis St., Pasco, WA. For more details, visit the Memorial Weekend Festival page on Facebook.

Memorial Weekend Festival Featuring Fun and Exciting New Rides

The whole family is invited to join the fun at Memorial Weekend Festival where there will be rides not present during the spring event. Tickets can be availed at $.50 each, or $50 for every 120 tickets, and $100 for 250 tickets. Purchasers of 120 tickets get to receive 20 free tickets and 50…

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old-fashioned dayFriends of Sacajawea State Park is pleased to present the Old Fashioned Day on June 3, 2017. The fun begins at 12:00 p.m. all the way until 4:00 p.m., at Sacajawea State Park, at 2503 Sacajawea Park Road, Pasco, WA. For more details, visit the Old Fashioned Day page at Friends of Sacajawea State Park's website.

Old Fashioned Day: Gather With Family and Get Entertained and Informed

Old Fashioned Day is a free event for the whole family that will feature several exciting activities. The Daughters of the Pioneers picnic will take place, so families who wish to know more about them are advised to bring their own lunch. There will be Lewis and Clark re-enactors, as well as entertainment for the little ones like Safe Kids Bicycle Rodeo, Dr. Coler with his…

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