10 Can't-Miss 4th of July Events Around the Tri-Cities

I can't believe the 4th of July is around the corner in the Tri-Cities, but that also means a fun week of activities that you can partake of here in the Columbia Basin.

Don't Miss These Fun Events Around the Tri-Cities This Week

School is out, and kids and families are looking for fun things to do. Here are 10 things that you might enjoy doing in the Tri-Cities this 4th of July week.

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Fireworks, Concerts & More: Tri-Cities Weekend Guide

Head to Clover Island Wednesday evening for a free waterfront concert featuring live music, food, and beautiful Columbia River views.

You can check out the complete schedule here, and most of the shows, except for Sundays, are free to attend.

Next up is Richland's Live @ Five Concert Series at John Dam Plaza. It's a popular concert series that happens every Thursday through the summer and kicks off at 5

A lot of people love to grab fresh food and fun at the local Farmer's Markets.

We've got the Richland, Pasco, and 3-eyed Fish Markets that'll be open this weekend.

Don't forget kayaking, paddleboarding, boating, or walking the Columbia River pathways throughout Richland, Kennewick, and Pasco.

It's one of my wife's favorite things to do during the summer.

The biggest celebrations are on the 4th of July. You can also check out these classic and well-loved events:

River of Fire is the Tri-Cities' largest Fourth of July celebration and returns to Columbia Park with live entertainment, food vendors, family activities, and one of the Northwest's biggest fireworks shows.

And lastly, wind down your week with Pasco's Grand Ole 4th Celebration.

Celebrate Independence Day with community events, entertainment, food, and patriotic fun throughout Pasco leading up to the big holiday celebration.

Hopefully, these are a few events listed above that you'll be going to this week in the Tri-Cities.

Don't forget to have fun!

8-Must Visit Splash Pads in Tri-Cities, WA Kids Will Love

Whether you live here, or are visiting, Tri-Cities is home to several of the very best splash pads in the P-N-W. Visiting a splash pad is a great way to beat the desert heat of summer. It's a good idea to check the Parks & Rec page associated with each splashpad before heading out, to make sure it's open.💦