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This is a digital publication celebrating all the best of Waitsburg, Washington. We’re here to help you find fun things to do, explore the neighborhood, and put you in touch with the amazing creatives, makers, and businesses that call this great (and tiny) city home.

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SATURDAY, AUG 30
SCREENING AT DUSK
HOTEL HARDWARE
235 E MAIN ST, DAYTON
$5
21+
Advance tickets go on sale starting Wednesday, 8/20! Available in person at Hotel Hardware or by calling 509-404-8955.
GHOST VILLAGE FILMS + HOTEL HARDWARE have joined forces to bring you the first Analog Oasis for an exclusive rooftop screening of Stand By Me, directed by Rob Reiner.
Seating is limited to 35 tickets, available at the 1986 price of $5 (food and drinks not included). Bar opens at 5pm; rooftop doors at 6; film begins at dusk. The Analog Oasis is a strictly phone/device-free event.
New Mexican street cuisine from Cocina Barelas out of Seattle, and garden-to-bar craft cocktail pairings from the hotel's own Bobcat Room are available throughout the night.
The Analog Oasis partners with local businesses, artists and venues in unexpected places to tailor collaborative programming, intimate in-person gatherings, and one-of-a-kind presentations. Join the mailing list to be notified of other upcoming events.
WAITSBURG FAIRGROUNDS
SAT AUG 23, 4-7PM
KIDS 12 & UNDER $10 / ADULTS $20
TICKETS ONLINE
Welcome to the RYES Rhythm and Fun Festival! Get ready for an evening filled with music, laughter, and good vibes at the Waitsburg Fairgrounds. Join us for music, a delicious hot dog meal, and fun games for all ages. Don't miss out on this opportunity to groove to the beat and create unforgettable memories with friends and family. Mark your calendars and come ready to dance the day away!
4:00 PM - 5:30 PM Games: Bingo, Relay Games, Sack Race, Silent Auction, Carnival Games, Music
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM Food: Hot Dogs, Chips, Drink, Ice Cream
4:00 PM - 7:00 PM Music: Enjoy Live Music and Lively Entertainment throughout the event
THE ROYAL BLOCK
SATURDAY AUGUST 9
222 MAIN STREET
POURING @ 4PM, MUSIC @ 7PM
We're excited to host Jordan Hostetter from Open Soul Wines as part of his summer wine tour. Jordan will be pouring his latest creations 4-7pm followed by live music by Wallowa County musician Darrell Brann 7-9pm.
MIKKELSEN BARN
FRIDAY, AUG 8, 7PM
12241 Lower Waitsburg Road
Waitsburg, WA 99361
All Ages
There is not a more authentic place in the valley to enjoy the sounds of bluegrass than this beautifully restored piece of history nestled in the wheat fields. Bring a chair, something to swig, and something to play. Encouraging audience members are always welcome!
The Mythical Movable Bluegrass Jam plays every week. To add your name to their weekly newsletter, email Kate at TVAMP1@charter.net
SATURDAY, 6PM
ROYAL BLOCK
222 MAIN STREET
21+
Typology, by Hugo Alonso is the subject of this month’s Art Talk with Joseph Roberts. Join the conversation! Royal Block hosts monthly art talks: round-table discussions facilitated by Joseph Roberts that consider differing perceptions of a single artwork. No art experience necessary.
Come early to sample some amazing new HOLOCENE Wines which are creations from vineyards in Oregon, Walla Walla, and France. Meet Carrie and Zoe, the people behind some of the best wines in the country, and hear about their next chapter in France. They begin pouring at 3PM.
LIBERTY THEATER IN DAYTON
TUESDAYS and FRIDAYS at 1:00pm
FREE ADMISSION and special low price $2.00 for a small soda (or water) with small popcorn.
JULY 8 and 11 - WONKA
JULY 15 and 18 - HAPPY FEET
JULY 22 and 25 - STORKS
JULY 11-13
GESA POWERHOUSE THEATER
111 NORTH 6TH AVENUE
TICKETS AVAILABLE ONLINE
The Walla Walla Movie Crush showcases America's most intoxicating blend of short cinema and returns for their 9th year this weekend! The creative love child of Artistic Director Warren Etheredge and Executive Director Nancy Dragun, the beloved festival brings you movie shorts from vintage filmmakers as well as fresh upstarts. They promise a flight for every fancy!
As we all eagerly await the opening of our new Main Street coffee shop, Wolfling is helping take the edge off with a series of Sunday morning Pop-Ups at the Royal Block. Enjoy single-origin drip coffee, iced Matcha latte, sparkling cardamom lemonade, granola bowls, espresso shortbread, panellet, and yes, the epic biscuits and jam that has the town talking.
9-11 AM Sundays , 6/15, 6/22, 6/29, at the Royal Block
Celebrate 2025 returns to the valley with a fresh new format this year designed to showcase the depth, diversity, and vibrancy of Walla Walla Valley Wine. There are vintage-focused wine tastings, vineyard tours, winemaker dinners and a Block Party scheduled, but insiders know there is no place better to sip, savor, and connect with friends than the Royal Block.
Enjoy single varietal wine flights featuring two of Walla Walla’s most elusive varietals: Zinfandel and Riesling. Friday night, nab a cafe table and soak in the sounds of the BLUEGRASS JAM next door, or show up Saturday for the TONGUE & GROOVE series with Japanese Ramen on the menu in the afternoon, and the jazzy blues grooves of the Michael Kelly Band starting at 6PM. However you play it, you’re bound to have an exceptional time.
ROYAL BLOCK
222 MAIN STREET
JUNE 19 - 22
21+
SATURDAY JUNE 7
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
THE ROYAL BLOCK
222 MAIN STREET
Home, The Inevitable Outcome Of Fragility”, by Flynn Bickley, is the subject of this month’s Art Talk with Joseph Roberts and the artist (who will be joining via Zoom). Join the conversation!
Royal Block hosts monthly art talks: round-table discussions facilitated by Joseph Roberts that consider differing perceptions of a single artwork. No art experience necessary.
Come early to sample some amazing new wines from RYZO!
21+
Saturday morning, the 2025 FARMER’S MARKET series in Preston Park kicks up for the season starting at 9AM. The RED BIRD BLOOMS Insta posts have been teasing us for weeks with their gorgeous flowers, and we can’t wait to see what the vendors have to offer. Here are the dates!
MAY 31 / 9AM - 1PM
JUNE 28 / 9AM - 1PM
JULY 12 / 9AM - 1PM
JULY 19 / 3 - 7PM
JULY 26 / 9AM - 1PM
AUGUST 2 / 3 - 7PM
AUGUST 9 / 9AM - 1PM
AUGUST 23 / 9AM - 1PM
Featuring local goods, creature comforts, and vintage finds, the shop is a treasure trove of curated stationary and work from the letterpress studio next door, vintage clothing including TATE ART WAITSBURG artist Twila Tate’s sashiko stitchwork, artist Greg Tate’s ceramics, jewelry, art, and curiosities. Designed as a relaxing space to take a beat, you’re welcome to play DJ with the vinyl on the vintage record player, bring your needlework and camp out in the comfy chair, or pen a note. The shop is preparing for their official opening next weekend during the COMMUNITY YARDSALE, but the doors are open and you’re welcome to come explore it in its nascent form:
137 MAIN STREET
THURSDAY + FRIDAY 1 - 6PM
SATURDAY 10AM - 5PM