Fall in the Valley: Your Guide to Walla Walla Community Events

Quick answer: This fall, Walla Walla’s biggest community events include the Walla Walla Fair & Frontier Days (Sept 2-6), Wheelin’ Walla Walla Weekend (Sept 11-12), Tour D’Farm (Sept 18-19), the Falla Walla Half-Marathon & 10K (Oct 3), Downtown Trick-or-Treat (Oct 30), and Fall Release Weekend (Nov 6-8). Full details and an FAQ are below.

Walla Walla Fall Events: Key Dates at a Glance

• Sept 2-6: Walla Walla Fair & Frontier Days
• Sept 4: First Friday Art Tours
• Saturdays through Oct 31: Downtown Farmers Market, 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
• Sept 11-12: Wheelin’ Walla Walla Weekend
• Sept 12: Summer Concert Series finale at Heritage Square
• Sept 13: The Grit gravel ride
• Sept 18-19: Tour D’Farm
• Sept 19: Adam West Day
• Oct 3: Falla Walla Half-Marathon & 10K
• Oct 24-25: Murder Mystery at The Marc
• Oct 30: Downtown Trick-or-Treat
• Nov 6-8: Fall Release Weekend

There’s a reason so many people fall in love with Walla Walla in the autumn months. As the vineyards turn gold and the county fair rolls into town, the Walla Walla Valley comes alive with the kind of community energy that makes this place feel like home. Whether you’re a longtime local or just getting to know the area, here’s what’s happening around town this September and October. Here’s your full rundown of Walla Walla fall events, month by month.

September: Fair Season and First Friday Fun

The month kicks off in a big way with the Walla Walla Fair & Frontier Days, running Wednesday, September 2 through Sunday, September 6 at the Walla Walla Fairgrounds. Five days of PRCA rodeo, a demolition derby, a downtown parade, and a Wednesday night concert headlined by Cheap Trick make this one of the valley’s signature traditions.

Downtown, First Friday Art Tours return on September 4 from 3 to 6 p.m., with self-guided gallery walks and artist pop-ups at spots like ArtWalla and Combine Art Collective. The Downtown Farmers Market runs every Saturday morning from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Farmers Market Pavilion, a great weekly stop for local produce and handmade goods.

Car enthusiasts won’t want to miss Wheelin’ Walla Walla Weekend on September 11 and 12, celebrating its 30th anniversary with a Friday night cruise and a Saturday Show ‘n Shine featuring more than 500 classic cars, trucks, and motorcycles on Main Street. That same weekend, the Summer Concert Series wraps up at Heritage Square with free performances from The Wasteland Kings and The JuneBugs on September 12.

Mid-month brings Tour D’Farm on September 18 and 19, a self-guided farm adventure through local orchards, vineyards, and fields, plus The Grit gravel cycling event on September 13 for those looking to explore the Blue Mountains on two wheels. And on September 19, keep an eye out for capes and masks around town, it’s Adam West Day, honoring the Walla Walla native who played Batman in the original 1960s series.

October: Harvest, Halloween, and a Half-Marathon

October opens with the Falla Walla Half-Marathon and 10K on October 3, along with another Downtown Farmers Market and a “You Can Sit with Us” Mean Girls watch party at The Marc Restaurant that evening.

For something a little different, The Marc hosts an immersive 1920s speakeasy Murder Mystery dinner on October 24 and 25, limited to just 20 guests per night, worth booking early if that’s your kind of evening out.

The month wraps up with family-friendly Halloween fun: Downtown Trick-or-Treat on October 30 from 3 to 5 p.m. brings candy, games, and trunk-or-treat activities to Main Street, followed by one more Downtown Farmers Market on October 31 to close out the season.

Frequently Asked Questions

When is the Walla Walla Fair & Frontier Days in 2026?

The Walla Walla Fair & Frontier Days runs Wednesday, September 2 through Sunday, September 6, 2026, at the Walla Walla Fairgrounds, with a PRCA rodeo, a demolition derby, a downtown parade, and a Wednesday night concert.

What is Wheelin’ Walla Walla Weekend?

Wheelin’ Walla Walla Weekend is an annual classic car show and cruise held downtown, September 11 to 12, 2026. It’s celebrating its 30th anniversary with a Friday night cruise and a Saturday Show ‘n Shine featuring more than 500 vehicles.

Is the Downtown Farmers Market free to attend?

Yes. The Downtown Walla Walla Farmers Market is free and open to the public every Saturday morning, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., at the Farmers Market Pavilion, running through the end of October.

What is Fall Release Weekend?

Fall Release Weekend, November 6 to 8, 2026, is when Walla Walla Valley wineries pour their newest releases, many available exclusively during the event, making it a popular weekend to visit local tasting rooms.

Are these Walla Walla fall events family-friendly?

Most are. The Fair, the Downtown Farmers Market, Tour D’Farm, and Downtown Trick-or-Treat are all family-friendly, while a few, like the 1920s Murder Mystery dinner, are geared toward adults.

Looking Ahead

If you’re planning a fall visit around the wine harvest, mark your calendar for Fall Release Weekend, November 6 through 8, when local wineries pour their newest releases, many available exclusively during the event.

This is just a taste of what makes the Walla Walla Valley such a special place to live, work, and put down roots. If you’d like recommendations on neighborhoods near any of these fall favorites, or want to see what’s currently for sale in Walla Walla, I’m always happy to help, just reach out.

Event details current as of August 21, 2026, sourced from Visit Walla Walla, the Downtown Walla Walla Foundation, and the Walla Walla Valley Chamber of Commerce. Times and lineups can change, so it’s worth confirming before you go.