Jeffey Wu, senior at Whitman College, is a rising multi-instrumental musician.

Richard Middleton-Kaplan is the director of Academic Support Services at Whitman College. In 2011, Richard spent a sabbatical at the Centre for Applied Human Rights at the University of York, helping to develop a literature and human rights course. His publications include “Using Literature to Teach Peace” in Peace Research: The Canadian Journal of Peace and Conflict Studies.

What makes women’s peacebuilding movements so effective—often more effective than larger-scale national and international initiatives? Why is the work of women peacebuilders less well-known and celebrated than their male counterparts? Is the collective nature of women’s peacemaking work a reason it’s both effective and underappreciated? 

In this talk, meet peacebuilders beyond the usual names like Mother Theresa and Jane Addams and gain an appreciation for the collective nature of women’s peacebuilding activities. Glimpse the more peaceful horizon that could dawn if we inspired and supported women’s peacebuilding collectives. 

Kate Turner's fresh and original music is versatile. Although her heart belongs to Country music and tells classic stories through her lyrics, Kate's music has crossed into several genres, enabling her to reach fans from any end of the musical spectrum.

Join us for a fun Bingo fundraiser to support our local humane society.

Guitarist and singer Adam Kirtley crawled out of a cornfield in central Indiana before making his way to Walla Walla, where he serves as the Interfaith Chaplain of Whitman College. Living in Scotland in his early twenties, he was influenced by traditional Celtic pub music and went on to release two albums as a solo artist. Shortly after he arrived in WA, he hooked up with Jerry Yokel to form The Rogues, an Irish Pub band.  In the fall of 2013, he called a jam session with a few musical friends who'd not played with each other before.  They booked their first gig as Rogue Lobster a couple of months later.

Acclaimed Chef Evan Funk mounts his culinary comeback — an ode to the dying art of handmade pasta — on the most competitive street in America, where he finds himself fighting to fulfill his artistic destiny while battling the impossibly volatile LA restaurant industry.

Celebrate February Restaurant Month with a night of culinary celebration. Local farmers and purveyors will join us to share our region’s bountiful goods and enjoy films showcasing the culinary arts.

Join us at 5:30 PM for mingling and feasting on locally sourced culinary delights. After enjoying some hearty appetizers, sip local wines and nibble on delicious snacks while enjoying a short film festival (food-themed, of course) curated by our Director of Film Programming, Warren Etheredge.

The Thinking Game takes you on a fascinating journey into the heart of DeepMind, one of the world’s leading AI labs, as it strives to unravel the mysteries of artificial general intelligence (AGI).

Inside DeepMind’s London headquarters, founder Demis Hassabis and his team are relentlessly pursuing the creation of AI that matches or surpasses human abilities on a wide range of tasks. Filmed over five years, the documentary puts viewers in the room for the pivotal moments of this quest, including the groundbreaking achievement of AlphaFold, a program that solved a 50-year grand challenge in biology.

The Thinking Game captures the exhilaration of historic breakthroughs like AlphaFold, the crushing weight of disappointment during setbacks, and the unwavering pursuit of knowledge that defines Demis’ commitment to scientific innovation. This film invites viewers to witness one of the most important scientific adventures of our time, exploring the potential of AGI to reshape our world.

Join us for guitarist Ivan Huerta.

Born and raised in Cork, Ireland, Eoghan Murphy is a singer-songwriter who has composed music and performed regularly for over a decade. Influenced and inspired by legendary blues musicians, jazz composers, and iconic folk singers, as well as music from his native Ireland, Eoghan enjoys writing and arranging songs that tell new stories while also paying homage to the past.

A new installment of our Live Cinema series, watch the best of the best as this play is screened live worldwide from London’s Dock X.

David Tennant and Cush Jumbo lead a stellar cast in an enthralling new production of Shakespeare’s Macbeth, filmed live at the Donmar Warehouse in London, especially for the big screen. Unsettling intimacy and brutal action combine at breakneck speed as Max Webster (Life of Pi, Henry V) directs this tragic tale of love, murder, and nature’s power of renewal. With staging full of wolfish imagination and alarming surprise, the immersive 5.1 cinema surround sound places the audience inside the minds of the Macbeths, asking, are we ever really responsible for our actions?

Macbeth is coming. A couple corrupted by their relentless lust for power have blood on their hands. Witness the gripping tale of greed, murder, deception, and superstition in cinemas for a limited time only. Once you cross the line, you can never turn back.

Ultimate Citizens tells the story of Jamshid Khajavi, an extraordinary 65-year-old Iranian American public school counselor who uses the sport of Ultimate Frisbee to help children heal. In an America where many families quietly struggle to get by, Mr. Jamshid coaches an underdog team of kids as they prepare to compete in the world’s largest youth tournament.

Ultimate Citizens is a celebration of resilience and belonging, and it marks the third independent feature documentary from award-winning filmmaker Francine Strickwerda.

Please join us for Walla Walla BrewFest with all the best Washington, Oregon, Idaho and Montana craft breweries and cider houses in one location!

We invite beer and cider lovers to enjoy dozens of breweries pouring sample beers and ciders at many venues in beautiful downtown Walla Walla. BrewFest is an event for beer and cider lovers and an excellent opportunity for brewers to showcase their best brews!

Note: We invite VIP ticket holders to the event one hour early, at 11 AM.

Calico Bones was formed in 2016 by Madison Lindsey and Mckenzie Lindsey. As members of an incredibly musical family, the sisters started performing very young. Years of piano lessons and opera training from their grandmother, Iva Lindsey, created a sturdy foundation for their musical journey. 

Calico Bones plays folky originals and exciting covers from many eras. Madison and Mckenzie have tight-knit harmonies with rhythmic instrumentals and flowing passionate melodies. 

Diego Romero, winner of the 2019 Best New Blues Band award from the IEBS, is an electrifying performer known for his explosive guitar skills and powerful vocals. Raised in Walla Walla Valley in a Hispanic household, Diego was exposed to various music genres, but the raw emotion of Blues became his true passion. A self-taught musician, he learned multiple instruments, ultimately finding his love for guitar. Influenced by legends like Freddie King and Stevie Ray Vaughan, Diego has played at numerous clubs and festivals across the Northwest, even opening for Curtis Salgado. Known as ‘Dynamite Diego,’ he brings high-energy performances that captivate audiences.

Diego Romero, winner of the 2019 Best New Blues Band award from the IEBS, is an electrifying performer known for his explosive guitar skills and powerful vocals. Raised in Walla Walla Valley in a Hispanic household, Diego was exposed to various music genres, but the raw emotion of Blues became his true passion. A self-taught musician, he learned multiple instruments, ultimately finding his love for guitar. Influenced by legends like Freddie King and Stevie Ray Vaughan, Diego has played at numerous clubs and festivals across the Northwest, even opening for Curtis Salgado. Known as ‘Dynamite Diego,’ he brings high-energy performances that captivate audiences.

Diego Romero, winner of the 2019 Best New Blues Band award from the IEBS, is an electrifying performer known for his explosive guitar skills and powerful vocals. Raised in Walla Walla Valley in a Hispanic household, Diego was exposed to various music genres, but the raw emotion of Blues became his true passion. A self-taught musician, he learned multiple instruments, ultimately finding his love for guitar. Influenced by legends like Freddie King and Stevie Ray Vaughan, Diego has played at numerous clubs and festivals across the Northwest, even opening for Curtis Salgado. Known as ‘Dynamite Diego,’ he brings high-energy performances that captivate audiences.

Diego Romero, winner of the 2019 Best New Blues Band award from the IEBS, is an electrifying performer known for his explosive guitar skills and powerful vocals. Raised in Walla Walla Valley in a Hispanic household, Diego was exposed to various music genres, but the raw emotion of Blues became his true passion. A self-taught musician, he learned multiple instruments, ultimately finding his love for guitar. Influenced by legends like Freddie King and Stevie Ray Vaughan, Diego has played at numerous clubs and festivals across the Northwest, even opening for Curtis Salgado. Known as ‘Dynamite Diego,’ he brings high-energy performances that captivate audiences.

Jeffrey Wu is a young rising guitarist who is equally at home in Jazz, Brazilian, Cuban, and funk. He has performed with artists like Dave Glenn and Jovino Santos Neto (Hermeto Pascoal), leading the Whitman Jazz combo to win the best combo at the Lionel Hampton Festival (2024).

While playing with his group in Walla Walla, he is studying with Robert Gomez (Norah Jones/Philip Glass), Dr. Doug Scarborough, Dave Glenn, and G. Louis Hemenway. He is pursuing a graduate degree in Jazz after college.

Diego Romero, winner of the 2019 Best New Blues Band award from the IEBS, is an electrifying performer known for his explosive guitar skills and powerful vocals. Raised in Walla Walla Valley in a Hispanic household, Diego was exposed to various music genres, but the raw emotion of Blues became his true passion. A self-taught musician, he learned multiple instruments, ultimately finding his love for guitar. Influenced by legends like Freddie King and Stevie Ray Vaughan, Diego has played at numerous clubs and festivals across the Northwest, even opening for Curtis Salgado. Known as ‘Dynamite Diego,’ he brings high-energy performances that captivate audiences.

Join us at the Downtown Farmers Market. You'll find fresh-cut flowers, flower baskets, beautifully crafted artisan items, and of course local produce. 

Interested in being a vendor at the Downtown Farmers Market? Vendor spots are still available. For more information, please contact us.

Diego Romero, winner of the 2019 Best New Blues Band award from the IEBS, is an electrifying performer known for his explosive guitar skills and powerful vocals. Raised in Walla Walla Valley in a Hispanic household, Diego was exposed to various music genres, but the raw emotion of Blues became his true passion. A self-taught musician, he learned multiple instruments, ultimately finding his love for guitar. Influenced by legends like Freddie King and Stevie Ray Vaughan, Diego has played at numerous clubs and festivals across the Northwest, even opening for Curtis Salgado. Known as ‘Dynamite Diego,’ he brings high-energy performances that captivate audiences.

Join us at the Downtown Farmers Market. You'll find fresh-cut flowers, flower baskets, beautifully crafted artisan items, and of course local produce. 

Interested in being a vendor at the Downtown Farmers Market? Vendor spots are still available. For more information, please contact us.

Diego Romero, winner of the 2019 Best New Blues Band award from the IEBS, is an electrifying performer known for his explosive guitar skills and powerful vocals. Raised in Walla Walla Valley in a Hispanic household, Diego was exposed to various music genres, but the raw emotion of Blues became his true passion. A self-taught musician, he learned multiple instruments, ultimately finding his love for guitar. Influenced by legends like Freddie King and Stevie Ray Vaughan, Diego has played at numerous clubs and festivals across the Northwest, even opening for Curtis Salgado. Known as ‘Dynamite Diego,’ he brings high-energy performances that captivate audiences.

Diego Romero, winner of the 2019 Best New Blues Band award from the IEBS, is an electrifying performer known for his explosive guitar skills and powerful vocals. Raised in Walla Walla Valley in a Hispanic household, Diego was exposed to various music genres, but the raw emotion of Blues became his true passion. A self-taught musician, he learned multiple instruments, ultimately finding his love for guitar. Influenced by legends like Freddie King and Stevie Ray Vaughan, Diego has played at numerous clubs and festivals across the Northwest, even opening for Curtis Salgado. Known as ‘Dynamite Diego,’ he brings high-energy performances that captivate audiences.

Diego Romero, winner of the 2019 Best New Blues Band award from the IEBS, is an electrifying performer known for his explosive guitar skills and powerful vocals. Raised in Walla Walla Valley in a Hispanic household, Diego was exposed to various music genres, but the raw emotion of Blues became his true passion. A self-taught musician, he learned multiple instruments, ultimately finding his love for guitar. Influenced by legends like Freddie King and Stevie Ray Vaughan, Diego has played at numerous clubs and festivals across the Northwest, even opening for Curtis Salgado. Known as ‘Dynamite Diego,’ he brings high-energy performances that captivate audiences.

Diego Romero, winner of the 2019 Best New Blues Band award from the IEBS, is an electrifying performer known for his explosive guitar skills and powerful vocals. Raised in Walla Walla Valley in a Hispanic household, Diego was exposed to various music genres, but the raw emotion of Blues became his true passion. A self-taught musician, he learned multiple instruments, ultimately finding his love for guitar. Influenced by legends like Freddie King and Stevie Ray Vaughan, Diego has played at numerous clubs and festivals across the Northwest, even opening for Curtis Salgado. Known as ‘Dynamite Diego,’ he brings high-energy performances that captivate audiences.

Diego Romero, winner of the 2019 Best New Blues Band award from the IEBS, is an electrifying performer known for his explosive guitar skills and powerful vocals. Raised in Walla Walla Valley in a Hispanic household, Diego was exposed to various music genres, but the raw emotion of Blues became his true passion. A self-taught musician, he learned multiple instruments, ultimately finding his love for guitar. Influenced by legends like Freddie King and Stevie Ray Vaughan, Diego has played at numerous clubs and festivals across the Northwest, even opening for Curtis Salgado. Known as ‘Dynamite Diego,’ he brings high-energy performances that captivate audiences.

Grab a lawn chair and get ready for the fun Classics Cruise. A few days before the cruise, we’ll publish a map for the 2023 route. Wheelin’ Walla Walla is held each September, the weekend after Labor Day, in historic downtown.

The Show 'n' Shine takes center stage on Saturday! Stroll Main Street where over 400 cars, trucks and motorcycles are on display and line the street from Park to Sixth Street.  An awards ceremony at 3pm caps off this family-friendly event.

Diego Romero, winner of the 2019 Best New Blues Band award from the IEBS, is an electrifying performer known for his explosive guitar skills and powerful vocals. Raised in Walla Walla Valley in a Hispanic household, Diego was exposed to various music genres, but the raw emotion of Blues became his true passion. A self-taught musician, he learned multiple instruments, ultimately finding his love for guitar. Influenced by legends like Freddie King and Stevie Ray Vaughan, Diego has played at numerous clubs and festivals across the Northwest, even opening for Curtis Salgado. Known as ‘Dynamite Diego,’ he brings high-energy performances that captivate audiences.

Diego Romero, winner of the 2019 Best New Blues Band award from the IEBS, is an electrifying performer known for his explosive guitar skills and powerful vocals. Raised in Walla Walla Valley in a Hispanic household, Diego was exposed to various music genres, but the raw emotion of Blues became his true passion. A self-taught musician, he learned multiple instruments, ultimately finding his love for guitar. Influenced by legends like Freddie King and Stevie Ray Vaughan, Diego has played at numerous clubs and festivals across the Northwest, even opening for Curtis Salgado. Known as ‘Dynamite Diego,’ he brings high-energy performances that captivate audiences.

Diego Romero, winner of the 2019 Best New Blues Band award from the IEBS, is an electrifying performer known for his explosive guitar skills and powerful vocals. Raised in Walla Walla Valley in a Hispanic household, Diego was exposed to various music genres, but the raw emotion of Blues became his true passion. A self-taught musician, he learned multiple instruments, ultimately finding his love for guitar. Influenced by legends like Freddie King and Stevie Ray Vaughan, Diego has played at numerous clubs and festivals across the Northwest, even opening for Curtis Salgado. Known as ‘Dynamite Diego,’ he brings high-energy performances that captivate audiences.

Diego Romero, winner of the 2019 Best New Blues Band award from the IEBS, is an electrifying performer known for his explosive guitar skills and powerful vocals. Raised in Walla Walla Valley in a Hispanic household, Diego was exposed to various music genres, but the raw emotion of Blues became his true passion. A self-taught musician, he learned multiple instruments, ultimately finding his love for guitar. Influenced by legends like Freddie King and Stevie Ray Vaughan, Diego has played at numerous clubs and festivals across the Northwest, even opening for Curtis Salgado. Known as ‘Dynamite Diego,’ he brings high-energy performances that captivate audiences.

Join us for our annual Downtown Trick or Treat on October 31, from 3-5 pm. Make sure and dress up, bring your trick or treat bags and be ready to have some Halloween fun! 

This year’s trick-or-treat will feature local businesses and organizations handing out candy and goodies to your little ghosts and goblins.

There's nothing quite like the magic of a community parade. Walla Walla's annual Veterans Day Parade is scheduled for November 11 at 11:11am. Come out and show your support for our veterans.

Diego Romero, winner of the 2019 Best New Blues Band award from the IEBS, is an electrifying performer known for his explosive guitar skills and powerful vocals. Raised in Walla Walla Valley in a Hispanic household, Diego was exposed to various music genres, but the raw emotion of Blues became his true passion. A self-taught musician, he learned multiple instruments, ultimately finding his love for guitar. Influenced by legends like Freddie King and Stevie Ray Vaughan, Diego has played at numerous clubs and festivals across the Northwest, even opening for Curtis Salgado. Known as ‘Dynamite Diego,’ he brings high-energy performances that captivate audiences.

The Downtown Walla Walla Foundation is pleased to present the Annual Holiday Parade of Lights. Always held on the first Saturday in December, this event features a huge variety of lighted entries and thousands of spectators who help herald in the start of the holiday shopping season.

The parade begins promptly at 6 pm at the corner of Alder and Fifth Street. The parade travels east on Alder to Spokane, Spokane to Main Street, and Main Street to Sixth. The Jolly Old Elf Himself, SANTA CLAUS, will bring the parade to a close as he makes his way into Downtown Walla Walla.

Interested in participating in the parade? There is no longer a fee to participate, so click the link to sign up below!