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Jurassic Empire Drive-Thru coming to three locations in Washington and Idaho in September

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A life-size dinosaur at the Jurassic Empire Drive-Thru Photos by Cheryl Landes The Jurassic Empire Drive-Thru is coming to Central and Eastern Washington and Northern Idaho starting Thursday, September 9. The drive-through event features more than 60 life-size dinosaurs that move, walk, and breathe. The locations and dates are: Yakima Valley SunDome at State Fair … Continue reading Jurassic Empire Drive-Thru coming to three locations in Washington and Idaho in September

Pioneer Power Show and Swap Meet August 21-22 in Union Gap, Washington

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A self-propelled combine from 1945 at the Central Washington Agricultural Museum in Union Gap, Washington (photo by Cheryl Landes) See vintage agricultural equipment on display and in a parade. Watch the old-fashioned wheat threshing process and munch on freshly baked bread. Check out the draft horse buggy, apple packing line, and sawmill demonstrations. Enjoy the … Continue reading Pioneer Power Show and Swap Meet August 21-22 in Union Gap, Washington

Annual Hot Shots 3-on-3 Tournament in Yakima July 31-August 1

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Image by DUOTONE from Pixabay Come to Yakima this weekend to see some of the hottest shots around in basketball. Teams of males and females of all ages will be playing on more than two dozen courts. Also shop vendor booths and enjoy delicious food. The Hot Shots 3-on-3 tournaments started on Labor Day weekend … Continue reading Annual Hot Shots 3-on-3 Tournament in Yakima July 31-August 1

The Omak Stampede is back on the second weekend in August

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Photo by Cheryl Landes The 87th annual Omak Stampede is a weekend full of western entertainment. The rodeo competitions include bull riding, saddle bronc riding, steer wrestling, bareback riding, barrel racing, team roping, and tie-down riding. Also enjoy carnival rides, a Western and Native art show, rodeo dances, Native American dances, and shopping. Two of … Continue reading The Omak Stampede is back on the second weekend in August

Concert passes, campsites still available for Watershed 2021 in George, Washington

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Featured image by Raventhorne, courtesy Creative Commons Tickets for general admission, VIP reserved seating, and box seats are still available for Washington state's largest country music festival, Watershed, which overlooks the Columbia River Gorge in George. Campsites are also available. This year's event is Friday-Sunday, July 30-August 1. The shows will be held on two … Continue reading Concert passes, campsites still available for Watershed 2021 in George, Washington

Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration returns June 17-20

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Image by cocoparisienne from Pixabay After a year's break due to the coronavirus pandemic, the Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration is back in the Bavarian-themed town of Leavenworth, Washington. The festivities start on Thursday, June 17, and end on Sunday, June 20. This year's schedule has been scaled back due to ongoing safety concerns from COVID, … Continue reading Leavenworth International Accordion Celebration returns June 17-20

McAllister Museum of Aviation reopens in Yakima

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Photo credit: McAllister Museum of Aviation in Yakima, Washington After a closure because of the COVID pandemic, the McAllister Museum of Aviation and gift shop are now open again. The museum's hours are Thursday-Saturday, 11 a.m.-3 p.m., according to an email I received from Yakima Valley Tourism this week. Private tours are available for anyone … Continue reading McAllister Museum of Aviation reopens in Yakima

Dozer Day returns in 2021 as a drive-through event in the Pacific Northwest and Kansas City

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After a year's break due to restrictions from the COVID-19 pandemic, Dozer Day is back this year with a drive-through event at six locations in the Pacific Northwest and Kansas City. The drive-through event is designed to ensure families' health and safety while immersing them in a real-life construction experience. During the experience, you'll drive … Continue reading Dozer Day returns in 2021 as a drive-through event in the Pacific Northwest and Kansas City

Third annual Lake Chelan Wine and Jazz Festival May 20-23

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In 2021, the Lake Chelan Wine and Jazz Festival celebrates its third anniversary with a stellar lineup of renowned jazz artists. Enjoy 23 outdoor shows over four days at 10 wineries, parks, and other venues throughout the Lake Chelan Wine Valley in Central Washington Thursday-Sunday, May 20-23. Wines produced in the Lake Chelan Wine Valley … Continue reading Third annual Lake Chelan Wine and Jazz Festival May 20-23

2021 Leavenworth Spring Bird Fest taking flight in June

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A red-winged blackbird bathes in a pond in Central Washington. (photo by Cheryl Landes) Organizers for the Leavenworth Spring Bird Fest decided to fly ahead with an event this spring. It's scheduled Thursday-Sunday, May 13-16. In a post on the festival's Facebook page, the organizers wrote: "We are currently planning for a hybrid festival model … Continue reading 2021 Leavenworth Spring Bird Fest taking flight in June