Find Foodie Fun, Cultural Celebrations and More in The Tri-cities
Thinking beyond the holiday? Plan your 2023 getaway around the vibrant upcoming events taking place in Washington’s Tri-Cities. From a variety of popular celebrations like the Pasco Taco Crawl (April 22 – May 7) and Pasco Cinco de Mayo (May 8) to foodie fun events like the Craft Brew & Bacon Fest (February 11) and the Tri-Cities Chocolate Celebration (February 10-11) there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
Saturday at Gesa Carousel of Dreams, January 7. This artistic masterpiece has been said by many to be the last complete restorable carousel in the country. Hand carved by Charles Carmel in 1910, the carousel horses have been fully restored and are ready to take you for a ride and create lasting memories. The 10,000 square-foot building also features a snack bar and a 1,200 square foot event center for company functions, birthday parties, family gatherings, and more. gesacarouselofdreams.com
Tri-Cities Family Expo 2023: Beyond the Galaxy, January 20-21. A fun outing fit for the entire family! Enjoy live stage demonstrations, interactive games, characters, and shop local vendors. This year’s theme is Star Wars, Star Trek, Aliens, Outer Space, and Beyond.
Big Cross Frozen Tundra Trail Run, January 28
A wintertime race to remember! Each race has a separate start time and will take up to 80 participants. Participants will be assigned a starting position. Race packets will be available at the assigned start position approximately 20 minutes before each race. The course will be 2.5 miles in length on the woodchip/dirt/gravel trails at Big Cross in Pasco. bigcrossfrozentundrarun.com
Craft Brew & Bacon Fest, February 11. Indulge in all things bacon and beer at the Three Rivers 8th annual Craft Brew & Bacon Festival! There will be micro brews to taste, complimentary bites from local area restaurants to sample, and live entertainment. General admission tickets are $50 at the door, $45 in advance. VIP tickets are $85. threeriversconventioncenter.com
The Tri-Cities Chocolate Celebration, February 10-11. This annual event is packed full of gourmet chocolate, local vendors, wine tasting, a chef’s competition, and even a Candlyland themed Kid’s Zone making this the perfect family outing. Proceeds benefit the Tri-Cities Cancer Center Foundation. tccelebratechocolate.com
Old Dominion No Bad Vibes Tour, February 2. Current CMA Award Vocal Group of the Year and Album of the Year nominees Old Dominion announced their upcoming No Bad Vibes Tour and are making an appearance at the Toyota Center in Kennewick.
Ana Gabriel Por Amor A Ustedes World Tour. After decades in the music business, Ana Gabriel has more than 15 studio albums in her esteemed discography. The Spanish-language pop singer is internationally renowned and is coming to the Toyota Center in Kennewick on February 19th.
Pasco Taco Crawl, April 22 – May . Get your taco judging hats on this spring and become a taco crawler! Purchase a voucher booklet that’s good for 20 tacos (priced at $30) and take a spin around town to the participating businesses. Votes are placed by May 6 and the winner is announced at the Cinco de Mayo festival in downtown Pasco on May 7th. Proceeds benefit local Boys & Girls Clubs. pascotacocrawl.com
Spring Barrel Tasting, throughout the month of April. Celebrate spring with local winemakers at spring barrel tastings around town! More than just your average wine tasting, this is where winemakers pull samples directly from the wine barrels giving you a sneak peek at how current vintages might age. Specific event details are still being determined.
Run the River Marathon and Relay, April 8. Come join in on the inaugural running of the Run the River Marathon and Relay, starting at Columbia Park in Kennewick. This road race features a scenic course that travels through the towns of Kennewick, Richland, and Pasco all while staying next to the mighty Columbia River. runtherivermarathon.com
Pasco Cinco de Mayo, May 8. Head to downtown Pasco for their 31st annual Cinco de Mayo celebration and celebrate the area’s vibrant and diverse community through cultural celebrations, parades, and more. pascocincodemayo
Visit Tri-Cities
Located in the heart of Washington Wine Country, the Tri-Cities - Kennewick, Pasco and Richland in southeastern corner of the state offers a sun-drenched retreat for exploration and rejuvenation. Nestled at the confluence of the Columbia and Snake Rivers with a desert climate, easy access to these mighty waterways provides world-class recreation, majestic natural beauty and irrigation for the world-class wineries – 200 within a one-hour drive. Visitors enjoy creature comforts at local hotels and spas, carefully crafted fare from local eateries and farmers markets, and award-winning golf courses. Hands-on history is accessible throughout the region, sharing the local perspective on international events like The Manhattan Project, and the Lewis and Clark Expedition. The Tri-Cities region by car, is three hours from Seattle and Portland, two hours from Spokane, and one hour from Walla Walla and Yakima. Arrive by Amtrak train and then bike or rideshare from Pasco’s Intermodal Station to a hotel or restaurant of choice. Fly into the Tri-Cities Airport, with direct flights to and from 10 major hubs. Discover the details at visittri-cities.com @Tri-CitiesWashington on Facebook @Tri-CitiesWA on Instagram and Twitter.