Fall Festivals in the Tri‑Cities

“Fall” in love with our autumnal festivals, embracing the changing colors of the leaves with pumpkin patches, trick-or-treating, and apple cider doughnuts.

Kennewick
Richland
Pasco

The Tri-Cities is brimming with a lively range of fall festivals and events. Whether you’re celebrating the cooler weather with family or planning a farm excursion with friends, we’ve got you covered with the top festivities for September, October, and November. Here, Kennewick, Richland, and Pasco set the perfect backdrops for unforgettable fall fun.

Kennewick

A girl holds a pumpkin at a fall festival.

SOCO Creative Arts Festival

Support local arts with the SOCO Creative Arts Festival. The event will have local vendors to shop from, live art demonstrations, contests, interactive activities, and more! Before heading home, swing by the Sip and Sing event from 4 pm to 6 pm, which will feature Mid-Columbia Opera's live performances.

  • Date: September 26, 2026
  • Location: Columbia Gardens Artisan Village | 313 East Columbia Gardens Way
  • Admission: Free

RiverFest

Experience live performances, mouthwatering eats, and educational fun during RiverFest! This event pays homage to the positive impact of the Federal Hydropower system on the lower Snake River Dams. Celebrate this integral part of Tri-Cities’ sustainability with plenty of exciting activities for all ages at Columbia Park.

  • Date: October 3, 2026
  • Location: Columbia Park | 5111 E Columbia Drive
  • Admission: Free

Tri-Cities Water Lantern Festival

Marvel at an array of floating Chinese lights by Columbia River Park and capture Instagram-worthy memories. The Tri-Cities Water Lantern is a one-of-a-kind experience where you can write down your goals for the future or a letter to a loved one, and then place it in the water.

  • Date: October 10, 2026 | 3:30 pm - 7:30 pm
  • Location: Columbia Park | Highway 240 & Columbia River
  • Admission: $30.99 - $57.99

The Nightmare Before Christmas Ball

Head to the Benton County Fairgrounds for the 6th annual family-friendly event, The Nightmare Before Christmas Ball. The annual event will have character meet-and-greets, face painting, interactive activities, arts and crafts, and a scavenger hunt. Get your tickets, get dressed in your best haunting dresses, and get there early - the first 50 children get a free pumpkin!

Tri-Cities Whiskey and BBQ Festival

Whiskey and BBQ lovers will enjoy this ultimate event for gastronomic connoisseurs. Held at the Benton County Fairgrounds, the Tri-Cities Whiskey and BBQ Festival features exceptional tastings from local distilleries and restaurants. Savor new flavors during this 21+ event, relishing whiskeys, wines, bourbons, and more.

  • Date: October 24, 2026
  • Location: Benton County Fairgrounds | 1500 S Oak Street
  • Admission: $28.52 - $135.23

Boo Bash: Halloween Festival and Trick-or-Treat Safe Street!

Delve into the spooky side of Kennewick with this kid-friendly Boo Bash! From a costume contest to local artwork on display, this fall festival ensures frightfully delightful excitement for all little trick-or-treaters.

  • Date: October 24, 2026
  • Location: Downtown Kennewick
  • Admission: Free

Tri-Cities Wine Festival

The Tri-Cities region is home to a variety of unique wine experiences, and this festival is no exception. Every year, the local community of wine enthusiasts comes together and indulges in the creations of top-tier wineries and microbreweries. Along with an array of tastings, there will be free hors d’oeuvres and talented entertainment.

Richland

A family smiles in front of a pumpkin wall.

Tumbleweed Music Festival

Grab your dancing shoes and get your tickets for the Tumbleweed Music Festival. The acoustic music event brings together a huge lineup of performers, including Reggie Garrett and Christine Gunn, The Whateverly Brothers, and more, to be enjoyed for free. Find a spot in the audience at one of the event's 6 stages and catch showstopping performances, or sit in on a workshop and hone your own talents.

  • Date: September 5, 2026
  • Location: Howard Amon Park | 500 Amon Park Drive
  • Admission: Entrance is Free

Pasco

Children smile behind a cut-out board of a cornfield at the Harvest Festival

Fiery Foods Festival

Love everything spicy? The Fiery Foods Festival will put your taste buds to the test with a lineup of local food trucks serving up hot and spicy foods. The culinary event puts Tri-Cities local chefs to the test and brings together the community of savory lovers with performances, competitions, family-friendly fun, and more. Think you can handle the heat? Register for the Pasco Wingstop's Cluckin' Hot Wing Challenge and compete for the winning title.

  • Date: September 12, 2026
  • Location: Peanuts Park | 426 W Lewis Street
  • Admission: Entry is free

Middleton Fall Festival

With seven weekends of autumnal activities and treats, there’s something for everyone at Middleton Fall Festival. Visit Middleton Farms for all pumpkin-related festivities, and pick your favorite orange gourd at the on-site patch! Walk through the corn maze, bite into apple cider doughnuts, and aim for victory at the paintball zone.

  • Date: September 25 - November 1, 2026
  • Location: Middleton Farms | 1050 Pasco Kahlotus Road
  • Admission: $16.95 - $20.95

Country Mercantile Fall Harvest Festival

Hayrides and duck races are just a couple of the idyllic joys at Country Mercantile Fall Harvest Festival. The 29th annual festival provides a plethora of wonderful moments for date nights, family gatherings, and more. Plan for a jam-packed itinerary with carnival rides, photo opportunities, a mining camp, and a sweet treat like a caramel apple cider float.

  • Date: October 1 - October 31, 2026
  • Location: Country Mercantile | 232 Crestloch Road
  • Admission: $12.95 - $13.95

Can't just pick one festival? No worries; plan a longer stay to attend two, three, or even four of the festivals bringing celebrations to the Tri-Cities area. Head to our Where to Stay page for local accommodations.

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