So many things to take part of, we’ll keep you up to date the best we can on all that’s What’s Up in the Yakima Valley!
Local area Memorial Day Weekend traffic news:
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) warns Memorial Day weekend travel is expected to bring delays across the busiest roads, ferries, airports and transit routes from May 21 through May 26. Most state highway construction will pause through the holiday weekend, including Friday, May 22 and Monday, May 25, to help ease congestion. All lanes on the I-90 Vantage Bridge are set to open from Friday, May 22, through Tuesday, May 26.
The Washington State Department of Transportation (WSDOT) warns Memorial Day weekend travel is expected to bring delays across the busiest roads, ferries, airports and transit routes from May 21 through May 26. Most state highway construction will pause through the holiday weekend, including Friday, May 22 and Monday, May 25, to help ease congestion. All lanes on the I-90 Vantage Bridge are set to open from Friday, May 22, through Tuesday, May 26.
-On I-90 at Snoqualmie Pass, no construction is planned from Friday, May 22, through Tuesday, May 26. WSDOT said delays are still expected, especially eastbound on Friday and westbound on Monday.
-State Route 410 at Chinook Pass and SR 123 at Cayuse Pass are scheduled to reopen Friday morning, May 22. Both routes close each winter because of avalanche danger.
-SR 20 North Cascades Highway remains only partly open after damage on the west side of the pass during the December storms. The route is open from the east side to Porcupine Creek at milepost 156 but closed to all public access between mileposts 130 and 156 while repairs continued. SOURCE: NONSTOP LOCAL NBC
Yakima Valley Memorial Day Events May 25th
In Yakima, VFW Post 379 and the American Legion host a community Memorial Day Ceremony at 11:00 AM on Monday, May 25, 2026, at Tahoma Cemetery (1802 Tahoma Ave).The event honors fallen heroes with traditional wreath-laying, a gun salute, and the playing of Taps.
In Yakima, VFW Post 379 and the American Legion host a community Memorial Day Ceremony at 11:00 AM on Monday, May 25, 2026, at Tahoma Cemetery (1802 Tahoma Ave).The event honors fallen heroes with traditional wreath-laying, a gun salute, and the playing of Taps.
Additional Yakima Area Memorial Day Events:
West Hills Memorial Park: 9:00 AM Ceremony hosted by the Marine Corps League (11800 Douglas Rd).
Sarg Hubbard Park: 1:00 PM Service at the memorial wall, hosted by the Marine Corps League (111 S 18th St).
Sunnyside (Lower Valley Memorial Gardens): A major 11:00 AM service honoring local service members with a 21-gun salute, wreath-laying, and guest speakers.
West Hills Memorial Park: 9:00 AM Ceremony hosted by the Marine Corps League (11800 Douglas Rd).
Sarg Hubbard Park: 1:00 PM Service at the memorial wall, hosted by the Marine Corps League (111 S 18th St).
Sunnyside (Lower Valley Memorial Gardens): A major 11:00 AM service honoring local service members with a 21-gun salute, wreath-laying, and guest speakers.
DOWNTOWN YAKIMA FARMERS MARKET
THE DOWNTOWN YAKIMA FARMERS MARKET… STARTS THIS SUNDAY ON MOTHER’S DAY… 9A TO 1P! BRING MOM OUT FOR SOME “HOME GROWN FUN”… THE DOWNTOWN YAKIMA FARMERS MARKET IS LOCATED UNDER THE ROTARY MARKET PLACE PAVILION… AT 15 WEST YAKIMA AVENUE. COME SHOP FRESH FLOWERS, LOCAL PRODUCE, WINES AND HANDMADE GOODS! ENJOY DELICIOUS FOOD, LIVE MUSIC AND FUN ACTIVITES ON KID DAYS! FIND THE DOWNTOWN YAKIMA FARMERS MARKET ON FACEBOOK FOR WEEKLY UPDATES!
THE DOWNTOWN YAKIMA FARMERS MARKET… STARTS THIS SUNDAY ON MOTHER’S DAY… 9A TO 1P! BRING MOM OUT FOR SOME “HOME GROWN FUN”… THE DOWNTOWN YAKIMA FARMERS MARKET IS LOCATED UNDER THE ROTARY MARKET PLACE PAVILION… AT 15 WEST YAKIMA AVENUE. COME SHOP FRESH FLOWERS, LOCAL PRODUCE, WINES AND HANDMADE GOODS! ENJOY DELICIOUS FOOD, LIVE MUSIC AND FUN ACTIVITES ON KID DAYS! FIND THE DOWNTOWN YAKIMA FARMERS MARKET ON FACEBOOK FOR WEEKLY UPDATES!
Summer Kickoff Celebration At The Yakima Valley Trolley’s
Celebrate the Start of Summer with the Yakima Valley Trolleys! Join the Yakima Valley Trolleys for our Summer Kickoff Celebration on Friday, May 22 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM! Enjoy an evening of historic trolley rides, refreshments, family-friendly fun, and live music by special guests Mackenzie Kingsley and Samantha Kingsley. Their duo, Strings of Sonder, performs beautiful neo-classical and soft jazz music perfect for a relaxing evening atmosphere. Snacks will also be available for purchase during Friday’s event.
Trolley rides will also be available:
• Saturday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Sunday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Monday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
🎫 Tickets available for purchase online: (get the link on the Yakima Valley Trolley’s facebook page)
$6 — Kids & Seniors
$8 — Adults
Celebrate the Start of Summer with the Yakima Valley Trolleys! Join the Yakima Valley Trolleys for our Summer Kickoff Celebration on Friday, May 22 from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM! Enjoy an evening of historic trolley rides, refreshments, family-friendly fun, and live music by special guests Mackenzie Kingsley and Samantha Kingsley. Their duo, Strings of Sonder, performs beautiful neo-classical and soft jazz music perfect for a relaxing evening atmosphere. Snacks will also be available for purchase during Friday’s event.
Trolley rides will also be available:
• Saturday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Sunday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
• Monday: 10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
🎫 Tickets available for purchase online: (get the link on the Yakima Valley Trolley’s facebook page)
$6 — Kids & Seniors
$8 — Adults
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 Veterns 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.
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 Veterns 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.
16th Annual Dee Adams Memorial Fire & Thunder @ Renegade Raceway
It’s time for the 16th Annual Dee Adams Memorial Fire & Thunder May 22nd-24th! ! This three-day sportsman racing extravaganza features Summit Series #3 & #4, Street Legal Drags & High School Drags Series #2, Super Comp, Super Street, and the Northwest Nostalgia Tour, plus the EFX Sports Tomahawk Jet Funny Car on Saturday evening! Check out the whole lineup on the Renegade Raceway’s facebook page.
It’s time for the 16th Annual Dee Adams Memorial Fire & Thunder May 22nd-24th! ! This three-day sportsman racing extravaganza features Summit Series #3 & #4, Street Legal Drags & High School Drags Series #2, Super Comp, Super Street, and the Northwest Nostalgia Tour, plus the EFX Sports Tomahawk Jet Funny Car on Saturday evening! Check out the whole lineup on the Renegade Raceway’s facebook page.
Lower Valley Kids Day Parade
It’s a day full of family fun in Sunnyside May 30th at 11am, from Central Park to Centennial Park! There will be activity groups & organizations, Kid Vendors, a Kid DJ, and a scooter giveaway! This is a free event for kids ages 14 and under. All brought to you by the Sunnyside Events Committee. To get registered, visit the Sunnyside Events Committee facebook page.
It’s a day full of family fun in Sunnyside May 30th at 11am, from Central Park to Centennial Park! There will be activity groups & organizations, Kid Vendors, a Kid DJ, and a scooter giveaway! This is a free event for kids ages 14 and under. All brought to you by the Sunnyside Events Committee. To get registered, visit the Sunnyside Events Committee facebook page.
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.
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.
Yakima Find’s “Gentlemen’s Market”
You’re invited to browse local vendors Saturday, June 13th from 11a-4pm at Yakima Finds (111 S. 2nd St. in Yakima). Gifts for dad, shop their huge antique & consignment mall, and enjoy live music, food & drinks! If you’d like to become a vendor, visit www.tinyurl.com/yfmarkets.
You’re invited to browse local vendors Saturday, June 13th from 11a-4pm at Yakima Finds (111 S. 2nd St. in Yakima). Gifts for dad, shop their huge antique & consignment mall, and enjoy live music, food & drinks! If you’d like to become a vendor, visit www.tinyurl.com/yfmarkets.
West Valley JROTC Carwash (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
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
World Cup Fan Zone at Sozo Sports Complex
With the 2026 World Cup approaching, soccer fans in the Yakima area will have a new way to catch high-intensity matches without traveling to the other side of the mountains. Sozo Sports Complex has been named one of the free World Cup fan zones designed to bring a stadium-like atmosphere to local communities. The Yakima fan zone will host watch parties for matches featuring the United States or Mexico. Sozo is scheduled to host watch parties for the following games:
June 18: Mexico vs. South Korea, kickoff at 6 p.m.
June 19: United States vs. Australia, kickoff at noon
June 24: Czechia vs. Mexico, kickoff at 6 p.m.
June 25: Turkey vs. United States, kickoff at 7 p.m.
Admission and parking for the event is free. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Doors of the venue will open 90 minutes before kickoff.
June 18: Mexico vs. South Korea, kickoff at 6 p.m.
June 19: United States vs. Australia, kickoff at noon
June 24: Czechia vs. Mexico, kickoff at 6 p.m.
June 25: Turkey vs. United States, kickoff at 7 p.m.
Admission and parking for the event is free. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. Doors of the venue will open 90 minutes before kickoff.