This Weekend in Ellensburg, WA | 7/4 - 7/7

Hit the road and head to Ellensburg this weekend for a fun-filled weekend of celebration! Join us for Independence Day and stay for the rest of the weekend to partake in some classic Ellensburg events like the First Friday Art Walk, the Ellensburg Farmers Market, and more! Spend the weekend lounging by the lake, enjoying the fantastic restaurants around town, or something else! Begin planning your weekend here.

Independence Day | 7/4

The 4th of July wouldn't be complete without barbecuing delicious food, swimming in the lake, and spending time with family and friends! Ellensburg is the all-American town you need to add to your Independence Day traditions this year. The historic downtown is the perfect setting for your celebration with walkable streets and a variety of restaurants, shops, museums, and more to keep you busy all weekend! Surrounded by nature, you're not far from lakes for fishing and swimming or trails for hiking and biking as well, so there are no limits on what adventures you can fit in this weekend!

Patriot Night Under the Lights | 7/4

After an exciting day of exploring Ellensburg, keep the celebrations going with Patriot Night Under the Lights! Kick off the night with Tracy Lawrence and end it with a bang with the largest fireworks show in town! Food vendors will be on site and you can grab a refreshing beer to cool off with at one of the beer gardens. After the show, those 21 and over can keep the party going at the Corona After Party featuring music from Folsom Prism, a Johnny Cash tribute band! Get your tickets for this event here.

First Friday Art Walk | 7/5

Visit this weekend for an Ellensburg favorite, the Ellensburg First Friday Art Walk! This monthly event showcases art of all forms in galleries and non-traditional spaces around downtown Ellensburg. Join us in celebrating the fabulous local artists and their work this Friday, July 5th from 5 to 7 p.m. Can't make it this weekend? Don't worry, the art walk occurs on the first Friday of each month, happening next on August 2nd!

Ellensburg Farmers Market | 7/6

After indulging in burgers, hotdogs and other festive treats on the Fourth, visit the Ellensburg Farmers Market to stock up on some fresh fruits and veggies! Find tons of fresh produce stands lining 4th Avenue, pick up a bouquet of beautiful flowers, or shop one-of-a-kind handmade items! Stop by between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. on Saturday, July 6th to enjoy this lively market!