Join us June 16-21, 2025 at the Yakima Convention Center, Yakima, Washington
Explore Yakima
Taste your way through wine country. Pick up some brewing tips from our brewers and hop growers. Ski, mountain bike, and golf, all in the same day. Hand pick your own fruits and vegetables. No matter how you decide to explore the Yakima Valley, you’re bound to find a pleasant mix of perfect weather, delightful craft beverages, farm fresh produce and outdoor adventure. Be careful though; the longer you stay, the harder it is to leave!
Learn more about Yakima at https://www.visityakima.com.
THINGS TO DO IN YAKIMA WHEN YOU NEED A BREAK FROM CONFERENCE
DISTANCE IN MILES AND MINUTES FROM CONFERENCE ACCORDING TO GOOGLE MAPS
KANA WINERY – https://kanawinery.com/ 0.5 miles / 2 minutes
This is the closest winery to the convention, and they offer up some great wines! A complimentary tasting card (will be included in your goodie bag/is available at the Chamber of Commerce)
YAKIMA GREENWAY – https://www.yakimagreenway.org/ 0.5 miles / 2 minutes
Spanning from Naches all the way to Union Gap, the Yakima Greenway boasts more than 20 miles of paved pathway, as well as parks, fishing lakes, picnic areas, playgrounds, and river access landings, along with protected and natural areas. Head East under I82 to access the closest part of the trail.
DOWNTOWN SUMMER NIGHTS – https://downtownyakima.com 0.7 miles / 3 minutes
Weekly Thursday Summer festival including food vendors, artisans and music, at 15 W Yakima Ave. 5:30-9 pm on Thursday June 19
SARG HUBBARD PARK – https://www.yakimagreenway.org/#!parks/c4fi 1.2 miles / 4 minutes
Part of the Greenway Trail, this park has a pond with year round fishing!
YAKIMA AREA ARBORETUM – https://www.ahtrees.org/ 2.7 miles / 8 minutes
Stroll through 46 acres of lawn, forest and flowers. Admission is free, but don’t forget the gift shop!
YAKIMA VALLEY MUSEUM – https://www.yvmuseum.org/ 2.9 miles / 8 minutes
Local museum of natural history, American Indian and pioneer artifacts, early industry and more. Admission $8 or less, open Tuesday-Saturday, 10-5
GILBERT PARK – https://yakimaparks.com/parks/gilbert/ 4 miles / 10 minutes
Need to walk and unwind? Gilbert park has a Labyrinth set amidst 11 acres of rolling hills and trees. No sports fields! This park is “intended for passive users.”
McALLISTER MUSEUM OF AVIATION – https://mcallistermuseum.org/ 4 miles / 11 minutes
The McAllister Museum of Aviation is the leading preservationist and educator of aviation history in Central Washington, with 55 displays, 10,000 artifacts, 7 engines and 2 planes. Admission $5, open Thursday-Saturday, 11-3
UNION GAP OLD TOWN DAYS AND CIVIL WAR REENACTMENT AND LIVING HISTORY CAMPS – https://www.visituniongap.com/old-town-days-union-gap.php 4 miles / 7 minutes
So maybe you want to come a day early and immerse yourself in history. The largest event of its kind in the state! June 14-15 Free Admission and Free Parking.
GLENWOOD SQUARE – https://www.glenwoodsquare.net/ 4.3 miles / 11 minutes
This cute little mall has restaurants, shops and the best little vintage clothing store!
YAKAMA NATION MUSEUM – https://www.yakamamuseum.com/ 19 miles / 22 minutes
The Yakama Nation Cultural Center Campus includes the Yakama Nation Library, Yakama Nation Museum, Yakama Nation Cultural Center Gift Shop, Heritage Theater, and the iconic Winter Lodge. Open seven days a week. Admission $6 or less.
TOPPENISH MURALS – https://www.visittoppenish.com/ 20 miles / 22 minutes
“Where the West Still Lives in the City of Murals and Museums”. 81 murals adorn the buildings of this town, best seen in a part walking part driving tour.