If you think that “there’s nothing to do” in Yakima, we’ll keep you up to date the best we can on all that’s happening right here in the Valley!
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THE DOWNTOWN YAKIMA FARMERS MARKET RETURNS IN 2026!
See you Sunday for some HOME GROWN FUN at the Downtown Yakima Farmers Market 9am to 1pm every Sunday thru October 18th at the Rotary Market Place Pavilion... 15 West Yakima Ave.
- Performing this Sunday 5/17 - Gilbert Elementary School playing the marimbas starting at 10am!
- Featuring wineries, flowers, baked goods, local honey, artisan products, fruit, produce, organic greens, food vendors and live entertainment!
· Introducing The New Farmers Market Loyal Shoppers Program... earn a stamp for every $10 you spend... fill your card for $5 in market tokens and get entered to win a Grand Prize at the end of the Season! - The Downtown Yakima Farmers Market now has a bag swap... bring your re-usable and Plastic Shopping Bags to share or take! Drop them off and pick up a bag at the Market Information Booth.
- Sign up for the new Weekly Farmers Market newsletter at downtownyakimafarmersmarket.com to find out what is fresh and happening each week plus recipes, vendor profiles and who will be performing...
https://www.facebook.com/DowntownYakimaFarmersMarket
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Yakima Caregiver Conference - Free
Caregivers... this day is for you... Tuesday, May 19th... take some time to care for YOURSELF by attending The FREE Yakima Caregiver Conference from 8:30am to 4p at the YVC Kaminski Community Center. All Caregivers are welcome… Both family giving care at home and professionals… complementary lunch and refreshment, breakout sessions, a vendor fair and Susanna White the founder of Caregiver Warrior will deliver a Keynote presentation titled: Even When Our Hair is on Fire: Caregiver Balance, Grace and Impact.
Free to Attend but pre-registration is required... reserve your spot today... go to Heartlinks Hospice Facebook Page or search Yakima Caregivers Conference 2026.
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Food Drive for Veterans
Help stock the shelves at Yakima Valley Veterans Coalition Food Pantry. This time of year can be busy for everyone but the need for Food to benefit our Local Veterans never stops. Let’s show our gratitude to Veterans by giving back to those who have served our Nation! Non-perishable food items can be dropped off at Pacific Steel and Recycling… located at 409 Butterfield Road in Terrace Heights, now through May 22nd.
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Jr. Gap2Gap - Saturday May 30th
Jr. Gap2Gap is BACK at Sarg Hubbard Park… Saturday May 30th for kids ages 7 to 15. Racers take on an age-appropriate course that includes running, biking, kayaking, and an obstacle course at Sarg Hubbard Park. Kids can race solo or team up with friends to take on each leg together. Get all the Details about Jr. Gap2Gap at yakimagreenway.org… click on Events.
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Habitat for Humanity’s HOEDOWN for Housing - Saturday May 30th 4p at Forenpohar Ranch in Selah
It’s more than a great night out. Every ticket, table, and sponsorship helps build homes, community, and hope right here in the Yakima Valley.
Saddle up for an unforgettable evening featuring live music from the Pony Boys, a delicious dinner from Yakima Steak Company, and our one-of-a-kind Upcycled Auction, where every item has been repurposed, reimagined, or handcrafted into something truly special.
Get your tickets for Yakima Habitat... Hoedown for Housing now… at yakimahabitat.org or on Facebook at Hoedown for Housing.
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TOPPENISH MURAL IN A DAY
The Toppenish Mural Society announces the return of the popular event, Mural in a Day, but with a twist! A group of artists will gather on Saturday, June 6th, at the site of the first mural, “Clearing the Land”, painted in 1989. They will refurbish this mural located on the corner of Washington and Toppenish Ave. from 9am to 4pm. Clearing the Land has been exposed to the weather for 37 years and is in dire need of repair. The wall will already be sanded and prepped for the event. Bleachers will be set up for the public to observe the artists in action as they bring the mural back to life. Come first meet the artists at Old Timer’s Plaza and enjoy a $10 breakfast provided by the Toppenish Lions Club from 7am to 10am. Then mosey across the street to observe the artists repaint the mural.
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West Valley JROTC Carwashes (3 dates)
Get your Car Wash to Help our West Valley High School Junior ROTC Raiders Team go to Nationals in the Fall to compete!
The Junior ROTC National Raider Challenge is a high-intensity, outdoor, military-style competitions focused on teamwork, physical fitness, and mental toughness. Events typically include a 5K run, rope bridge construction, obstacle courses ("The Gauntlet"), and physical team tests. The West Valley High School JROTC will be washing cars Saturday *June 13th from 10a to 4p on the North East corner of Nob Hill and 40th Ave in front of Calvary Chapel. Come support our JROTC Cadets with a donation and drive away with a sparkling clean car!
*Carwashes will be on 3 Saturdays thru out the Summer:
- Saturday June 13
- Saturday July 18
- Saturday August 15
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52nd Annual Vintiques NorthWest Nationals
Calling all cars 1976 and Older! PRE-REGISTRATION FOR The Vintiques 52nd Annual Northwest Nationals Car Show and Vintage Trailer Rally Is now open… the Car Show is July 30th thru August 2nd at State Fair Park in Yakima. All vehicles...1976 and earlier are Welcome! Cost to Pre- Register is $60 for 1 car and 2 adult at vintiques.com!
Here’s what to expect at the show:
· Every 1976 and earlier Car Registered for Viniques Car Show will be entered to the Grand Prize... a $5000 Summit Racing Equipment Gift Card! AND if you PRE-REGISTER by June 30th you'll get A 2ND entry in the drawing!
- Come Meet Dennis Gage from My Classic Car
Watch The Seattle Cossacks Motorcycle and Stunt Team
Live Music from Beach Boys Tribute Band... Good Vibrations
Valve Cover Races
Hot Rod Drags at Renegade Raceway
Vintiques Northwest Nationals Carshow and Vintage Trailer Rally July 30th thru August 2nd - details at vintiques.com
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