Weekends are the perfect time to get more acquainted with all there is to do in Walla Walla, Washington. All throughout the year, there are festivals to celebrate the beauty of the area. Triathlons, cycling events, beverage and food tastings, and more encompass the long and fun-filled list of things to do in Walla Walla.
Let’s plan a weekend in Walla Walla!
Milton-Freewater Drive-in Theater
Family owned and operated for over sixty years; the MF Drive-in movie theater is a great way to start a weekend in Walla Walla. The drive-in offers double features, which provides plenty of time to enjoy their homemade pizza and theater popcorn.
Downtown Farmers’ Market
Located on W. Main Street in Walla Walla, the Downtown Farmers’ Market opens at 9:00 am on Saturday mornings during the season. Strolling around the market, you’ll be entertained by live music. Fresh produce, handcrafted one-of-a-kind offerings, and delicious food will greet you. Take some time to amble along Main Street to shop in Walla Walla’s great shops.
Outdoor Activities in Walla Walla
Explore more of the area by spending time outside, where the seemingly endless list offers options for all. Part of the extensive park system of Walla Walla and located within one of its parks is the Veterans Memorial Golf Course. Golfers are treated to stunning views of the natural beauty of the area. Set near the base of the Blue Mountains, the Veterans Memorial Golf Course provides incredible golf for all abilities along with a connection to the serenity of Walla Walla.
Indoor Activities in Walla Walla
For those looking for indoor fun, Walla Walla even has an indoor golf venue, Divots. Here you can select from over 100 courses to play. As with golfing at Veterans Memorial Golf Course, Divots welcomes golfers of all abilities. Its simulators make you feel as though you have traveled the world with your clubs!
Water-related Activities in Walla Walla
Formed over 13,000 years ago during the Ice Age are the Palouse Falls. The waterfalls are located within a 94-acre state park. To view the amazing falls, there are three different vantage points that visitors can use. It’s worth the time and steps to enjoy each of the vistas. Near the parking area, you can see the waterfalls directly in front of you. Following an interpretive path, visitors glean the narrative of the canyon. As you hike higher, the second and third viewing areas provide breathtaking views of Washington State’s official waterfall.
Cultural Activities in Walla Walla
Walla Walla’s vibrant community theater scene is not to be missed. With over seventy-five years of sharing live performances, Little Theatre is another treasure of Walla Walla. Passionate volunteers and local performers showcase their love of live theater with a dazzling array of comedies, dramas, and musicals each season. Over 6,000 people join together as actors, artists, volunteers, and patrons to provide rousing shows for their audiences.
Options for lodging and dining for your weekend in Walla Walla are as varied as the plethora of activities!
