10 Really Fun Things to Do in Yakima Valley This Weekend With or Without the Kids
Who wouldn't enjoy doing something fun this weekend in the Yakima Valley? There are so many things to get into, whether you want to go solo, take a cute date, or bring the kids along for the ride. Fortunately, we have the Yakima Valley Visitor's Center to keep us hip on all the happenings about the Valley any given day or weekend!
I have cherry-picked for you a great list of 10 really fun things to do in Yakima Valley this weekend. The list contains everything from roller skating, to live music, wineries, arts and crafts, special prime rib dinners, an art gallery exhibit, and the theatre! I hope you find something fun!
1.
Jacob Lawrence Art Exhibit at Larson Gallery
1606 W Nob Hill Blvd, Yakima, WA 98902
NOW THRU March 5, 2022 (10 A.M. TO 5 P.M. TUESDAYS THRU FRIDAYS, 12 TO 5 P.M. SATURDAYS)
This art exhibit will take you on a journey through the civil rights era and beyond with these special prints from the artist from 1971 thru 1997. His art is described as "dynamic cubism" and has elements of the Harlem Renaissance. Lawrence died in Seattle and some of his art is included in the Smithsonian American Art Museum and the Seattle Art Museum.
2.
Saturday Night Karaoke at Old Town Pump Saloon
3716 Main St, Union Gap, WA 98903
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2022
You wanna sing this Saturday night, don't ya? You want to flex your karaoke muscles! Do it at the Old Town Pump. Get a designated driver or plan for an Uber or taxi to take you home so you can get your drinkin' and singin' on!
3.
Public Skate Sessions at Skateland in Union Gap
2506 Old Town Rd, Union Gap, WA 98903
Various Times FRIDAY THRU SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18-20, 2022
Spoil your children with some excitement and fun at Skateland this weekend. Your kids will thank you! They've renovated the place during the pandemic so this weekend would be a great time to see what they've done with the place.
4.
Rock Band 4 Night at Game and Grog Bar
118 S 1st St, Yakima, WA 98901
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18 & 19, 2022
Hold the phone! I didn't even know Rock Band was still around. This sounds like so much fun! I wanna play!
5.
Live Music Friday at Kana Winery
10 S 2nd St, Yakima, WA 98901
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2022
Kana is always a lively spot to party, especially on a Friday night. Have fun, dance, and sip on some supreme wine in the heart of downtown Yakima.
6.
Prime Rib Fridays at McGuire's Irish Restaurant and Pub
4807 W Tieton Dr, Yakima, WA 98908
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2022
I admit, I usually only go to McGuire's on St. Patrick's Day, but if I was a prime rib eater, I'd have to make a date to go here this Friday night. They have other tasty menu items to enjoy, it's just a dinner special to draw you in! I hope it works on you!
7.
Red Wine and Chocolate at Freehand Cellars
420 Windy Point Dr, Wapato, WA 98951
FRIDAY THRU SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 18-20, 2022
Freehand Cellars is my second favorite winery in the Valley. It's so swanky and the staff and the grounds have great vibes! My first favorite winery is Two Mountain Winery in Zillah if you must know!
8.
The Vagina Monologues: Princess Theatre
1228 Meade Ave, Prosser, WA 99350
FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 18 & 19, 2022
I have never seen this play but I've read them in college. This play will be worth the drive plus you could make a staycation out of it by getting a hotel or renting an Airbnb near Prosser for the weekend!
9.
Spring Bunny Garland Make and Take at Farmgirl Pickings
1605 Summitview Ave, Yakima, WA 98902
SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2022
What fun! You can make this a belated Galentine's Day outing with your gal pals or take the kids for a fun and artsy activity outside the house.
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