The Yakima Valley is set for a bustling weekend, with a mix of cultural celebrations, charity gatherings, sports action and live music that will draw residents and visitors alike.
A Weekend of Celebration in the Yakima Valley
On Saturday, Cowiche Creek Brewing Company will open its gates for its sixth annual luau, serving Hawaiian staples such as kalua pork, loco moco and ahi poke, while the bands XYZ and the Boomers provide live music from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Later that afternoon, Wags to Riches Animal Rescue and Sanctuary will host a barbecue and brew fundraiser from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m., featuring a dinner, live and silent auctions, games and a 50/50 raffle; advance tickets are $40 and can be purchased at wagstorichesanimalrescue.org.
Baseball and Heritage Nights
The Yakima Valley Pippins baseball club will showcase two themed nights: Bears Throwback Night on Friday at 6:35 p.m., highlighting former Bears players, radio personality Todd Lyons and an auction of game‑used jerseys, followed by Native American Heritage Night on Saturday at the same time.
Live Music Across Wineries
Music lovers can also explore a series of concerts across the valley’s wineries: Root Biscuit Revival will perform at DoodleVines Winery and Event Center from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Friday; Brews Yakima will present a free show starting at 8:30 p.m. with Invicta, Late Night Shiner and Eiffel Null; VanArnam Vineyards’ Sounds of Summer series will welcome the Eagles tribute band Victims of Love at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, with tickets priced at $30 and available at vanarnamvineyards.com; on Sunday, singer‑guitarist Jo‑Anne Carlson will deliver a complimentary set at Wilridge Winery and Vineyard from 4 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Together, these events illustrate the valley’s vibrant community spirit, offering something for every interest — from Hawaiian feasts and charitable giving to baseball tradition and eclectic live performances.