Spend Your Labor Day Weekend in Tri‑Cities

Just as the summer winds down and before autumn leaves begin to turn golden hues of yellow and orange, the long Labor Day weekend is your time to celebrate the end of the season and have one last hoorah before fall quickly approaches.

One of the best things about Tri-Cities is that summer sticks around here a little longer than anywhere else in the state. With that seasonal advantage comes a little extra time to enjoy all things to do and celebratory events happening around the area.

TumbleWeed Music Festival
Labor Day Picnic
Farmers Markets
Water Activities
Horseback Riding
Plan Your Weekend

Dance Your Way Through the TumbleWeed Music Festival

August 29-31, 2025

Howard Amon Park | 300 Amon Park Dr, Richland

Featuring over 100 FREE performances, this annual three-day folk festival showcases the talents of local musicians and performers. Hosted along the banks of the Columbia River on Labor Day weekend, folk fans of all ages are invited to celebrate the end of summer as they sing and dance along to sea chanteys, bluegrass, blues, Celtic music, and other spirited acoustic performances along with crafts, food vendors, and workshops.

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Enjoy a Community Labor Day Picnic

Monday, September 1, 2025

Columbia Park | Highway 240 & Columbia River, Kennewick

Come out to Columbia Park in Kennewick from 11am - 3pm for the 12th Annual Labor Day Picnic! There will be live music, face painting, inflatables, a car and motorcycle show, delicious grilled food, and of course, ice cream!

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Pick up Fresh Produce at the Local Markets

Just about every area in the Tri-Cities region hosts a weekend Farmers Market, so you can pick up a variety of local goods, antiques, and stock up for your weekend BBQ.

Thursday

Historic Downtown Kennewick Farmers Market
Public Market at Columbia River Warehouse

Friday

Market at the Parkway
Fresh Picks Farmers' Market

Saturday

Pasco’s Farmers Market
Fresh Picks Farmers' Market

Sunday

3 Eyed Fish Farmers' Market

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Get Out on the Water

Labor Day weekend brings with it a well-deserved extended break. Make the most of your extra days off by hitting the water! The Tri-Cities offers a watery wonderland with the Yakima, Snake, and Columbia Rivers, perfect for swimming, kayaking, paddleboarding, and more.

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Trail Ride on Red Mountain

Saddle up and explore the scenic beauty of Red Mountain on Labor Day Weekend! Enjoy a leisurely hour of trail riding through world-class vineyards, offering breathtaking views of the surrounding peaks.

Discover Tri-Cities' Cultural Gems

Labor Day weekend is a great time to explore the Tri-Cities’ history and culture. Our local museums offer fascinating exhibits and collections. Be sure to check out the REACH Museum's Rainier Remembered exhibit or the Museum at Keewaydin's Mount Saint Helens Date with Disaster exhibit.

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