Community Events
Central
Committee
Meetings
We meet on the second Tuesday of every month and newcomers are always welcome!
Next Meetings:
Training for Primary Poll Watching
Attend this training session (one of several opportunities) to prepare for volunteering as a poll watcher during the 2026 Primary on behalf of the Walla Walla County Democrats. Next step: Please sign up now to serve as a poll watcher during the ballot counting for the 2026 primary.
Get Out The Vote
Join Democrats to canvass neighborhoods in this Get Out the Vote effort. We'll be using the slate card for endorsed candidates for auditor, 5th CD, and one for endorsements of Supreme Court justices. Make plans to stay for the BBQ. All are welcome.
Democrats Persistence Café
Each Saturday, join local Democrats for a meet and greet. Bring your political rage, your latest activist project, and an open mind. Let’s network and meet new friends.
Community Unity 2SLGBTQ Potluck Brunch
Sponsored by Walla Walla Pride, the Community Unity Brunch is a FREE potluck for 2SLGBTQ+ and allies. The potlucks take place the first Saturday of the month. While you are encouraged to bring a dish to share, those who are unable to are still welcome to attend. Please label dishes for allergens. More info is available from wwlgbtqbrunch@gmail.com.
LGBTea and Coffee
LGBTea and Coffee is a cozy meetup for the LGBTQIA+ community and allies in and around the Walla Walla Valley area. Whether you're looking to make new friends, share experiences, or simply hang out and enjoy a fun Sunday morning snack from one of the local downtown shops or something brought from home, LGBTea and Coffee is an opportunity to engage with our community in a friendly, approachable, and welcoming space!
Complementary tea for the event sourced by McGovern / Parsons Herb Co.
Firearm Safety Course
The Walla Walla County Sheriff’s Office is once again offering firearms safety courses that are open and free to the community. Free classroom firearm safety training includes firearm safety rules, safe and legal shooting and storage, Washington firearm laws
All attendees receive a free lockbox. Location will be shared after registration.
Juveniles ages 12-18 are permitted with a parent/guardian present.
Advance registration is required.
Primary Election Night Watch Party
Join Walla Walla Democrats for a primary election night watch party. RASA is opening up, so excellent wine is available for purchase from our neighbor across the atrium. You are welcome to bring an hors d'oeuvre or dessert for people to nibble on. Let's watch the important primary results from across the country - Kansas, Missouri, Michigan, and Virginia - as well as learn the initial results of the primary in Walla Walla County and across Washington. Local candidates are attending!
Primary Ballot Deadline
Before 8:00 p.m. on August 4, drop off your ballot at:
Walla Walla County Health Department, 314 W Main St. (in alley between Main and Rose, enter on 6th)
Walla Walla Fire Station #2, 170 N Wilbur Ave (corner of Wilbur and Tacoma)
College Place City Hall, 625 S College Ave (drive up behind City Hall)
Burbank – Columbia Elementary School, 977 Maple St (in front of school)
Waitsburg City Hall, 106 Main St (corner of 1st and Main)
Touchet School District, 90 Champion St (entrance to parking lot)
Prescott School District, 207 S A St. (by the front doors)
Training for Primary Poll Watching
Attend this training session (one of several opportunities) to prepare for volunteering as a poll watcher during the 2026 Primary on behalf of the Walla Walla County Democrats. Next step: Please sign up now to serve as a poll watcher during the ballot counting for the 2026 primary.
Firearm Safety Course
The Walla Walla County Sheriff’s Office is once again offering firearms safety courses that are open and free to the community. Free classroom firearm safety training includes firearm safety rules, safe and legal shooting and storage, Washington firearm laws
All attendees receive a free lockbox. Location will be shared after registration.
Juveniles ages 12-18 are permitted with a parent/guardian present.
Advance registration is required.
Democrats Persistence Café
Each Saturday, join local Democrats for a meet and greet. Bring your political rage, your latest activist project, and an open mind. Let’s network and meet new friends.
Rock the Vote
Come together for live music, a DJ, guest speakers, and community booths at this free event. Free and open to the public.
Amazon Data Services Open House
Hosted by Amazon Data Services, this community drop-in style open house will have representatives at various stations to answer questions about energy, water, and other topics.
Walla Walla Fair & Frontier Days Parade
Join us for the Walla Walla Fair & Frontier Days Parade! Presented by Baker Boyer Bank, this family-friendly community event features a variety of parade entries including antique cars, decorated semi-trucks, horses pulling historic stagecoaches, the Walla Walla Fair & Frontier Days Royalty,and even Miss Rodeo America. Join us at 7th & Alder at 9:00 a.m. to march with the Walla Walla County Democrats. There is no Resistance Cafe on Saturday, September 5.
Firearm Safety Course
The Walla Walla County Sheriff’s Office is once again offering firearms safety courses that are open and free to the community. Free classroom firearm safety training includes firearm safety rules, safe and legal shooting and storage, Washington firearm laws
All attendees receive a free lockbox. Location will be shared after registration.
Juveniles ages 12-18 are permitted with a parent/guardian present.
Advance registration is required.
WA 5th CD Candidates Forum
The American Association of University Women will host a forum for the candidates in Washington’s 5th Congressional District race.
WA 16th LD Candidates Forum
The American Association of University Women will host a forum for the candidates in Washington’s 16th Legislative District race.
Election Night Watch Party
Join local Democrats and friends to watch local, state, and national election results. Enjoy snacks and no-host beverages.
General Election Ballot Deadline
Before 8:00 p.m. on November 3, drop off your ballot at:
Walla Walla County Health Department, 314 W Main St. (in alley between Main and Rose, enter on 6th)
Walla Walla Fire Station #2, 170 N Wilbur Ave (corner of Wilbur and Tacoma)
College Place City Hall, 625 S College Ave (drive up behind City Hall)
Burbank – Columbia Elementary School, 977 Maple St (in front of school)
Waitsburg City Hall, 106 Main St (corner of 1st and Main)
Touchet School District, 90 Champion St (entrance to parking lot)
Prescott School District, 207 S A St. (by the front doors)
Data Center Town Hall 2.0
Community members are invited to the second town hall hosted by the Walla Walla Anti-Data Center League to hear updates about the hyperscale Amazon data center slated for eastern Walla Walla County including new insight from a water treatment expert.
VA Freedom Celebration
Come celebrate the anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence with food, games for kids and adults, and information about local resources such as VA benefits, Blue Mountain Action Council, WorkSource, the Elks Lodge, the American Legion, Walla Walla Community, and other programs.
No Mikey Monday in WW
Gather each Monday as able and bring your signs. Sponsored by our friends at the Walla Walla Walla Activism Network. Please note that the weekly location occasionally changes.
PCO Orientation
For all Precinct Committee Officers, please plan to attend this PCO training session. Participants will learn about your role in the party, leadership opportunities, and good advice on reaching out to voters in your precinct. An RSVP would be helpful in preparing materials.
Democrats Persistence Café
Each Saturday, join local Democrats for a meet and greet. Bring your political rage, your latest activist project, and an open mind. Let’s network and meet new friends.
PCO Orientation
For all Precinct Committee Officers, please plan to attend this PCO training session. Participants will learn about your role in the party, leadership opportunities, and good advice on reaching out to voters in your precinct. An RSVP would be helpful in preparing materials. Another option (location to be determined) will be offered on July 25, 10:00-11:30 a.m.
No Mikey Monday in WW
Gather each Monday as able and bring your signs. Sponsored by our friends at the Walla Walla Walla Activism Network. Please note that the weekly location occasionally changes.
Training for Primary Poll Watching
Attend this training session (one of several opportunities) to prepare for volunteering as a poll watcher during the 2026 Primary on behalf of the Walla Walla County Democrats. Next step: Please sign up now to serve as a poll watcher during the ballot counting for the 2026 primary.
Duresky/Sarley Canvassing and Barbecue
The Franklin County Democrats have invited us to join in canvassing for John Duresky for Congress and Derek Sarley for State Representative. Let’s have a strong showing in Franklin County to support our great Congressional and LD candidates. Your pre-registration will help with their planning.
Democrats Persistence Café
Each Saturday, join local Democrats for a meet and greet. Bring your political rage, your latest activist project, and an open mind. Let’s network and meet new friends.
Policy Briefing: Renewable Energy in Washington and Oregon
Sponsored by the Washington Ag and Rural Caucus, join voters for this policy briefing to learn about what’s happening in Washington and Oregon. Presenters include staff members from Renewable Northwest, Mike McArthur and Casey MacLean. Moderated by Don Schwerin. During the scheduled time, visit the Zoom link to connect.
Clinton Interchange Open House
Come learn about the proposed Highway 12 and Clinton Street interchange project at this drop-in style open house. Project staff will be available to answer questions and gather feedback. Additional information is available online.
Firearm Safety Course
The Walla Walla County Sheriff’s Office is once again offering firearms safety courses that are open and free to the community. Free classroom firearm safety training includes firearm safety rules, safe and legal shooting and storage, Washington firearm laws
All attendees receive a free lockbox. Location will be shared after registration.
Juveniles ages 12-18 are permitted with a parent/guardian present.
Advance registration is required.
No Mikey Monday in WW
Gather each Monday as able and bring your signs. Sponsored by our friends at the Walla Walla Walla Activism Network. Please note that the weekly location occasionally changes.
Walla Walla Launchpad Reveal
The Downtown Walla Walla Foundation invites community members to the kick-off event for Walla Walla Launchpad, an initiative to understand downtown business spaces and support locally owned businesses.
Annual Meeting: Network of Exceptional Women
Join women from across the valley for the annual membership meeting of the Network of Exceptional Women.
Democrats Persistence Café
Each Saturday, join local Democrats for a meet and greet. Bring your political rage, your latest activist project, and an open mind. Let’s network and meet new friends.
Red Badge Project
The veterans who have served our nation bear the daily burden of their untold stories. The Red Badge Project was established by former Army Captain Evan Bailey and actor and Air Force Veteran Tom Skerritt to lift that weight. The Red Badge Project is dedicated to improving the lives of veterans by sharing storytelling skills to help them manage the challenges of PTS, TBIs, moral injury, and more. Bi-monthly classes for veterans are offered in conjunction with the Vet Centers in Walla Walla, Seattle, Federal Way, Everett, and Spokane. At this event, we are honored to be some of the first people outside of the Red Badge Project classroom to hear these stories.
This program is sponsored by Gesa Credit Union and supported in part by a grant from the Washington State Arts Commission.
Tickets are available now (pay what you will).
Candidate Forum
Hosted by the Waitsburg Commercial Club and Waitsburg Town Hall, this is a bipartisan meet and greet with the 2026 Walla Walla County and 16th LD candidates. Social hour is followed by a forum at 6:30 p.m. Light snacks and drinks will be provided.
No Mikey Monday in WW
Gather each Monday as able and bring your signs. Sponsored by our friends at the Walla Walla Walla Activism Network. Please note that the weekly location occasionally changes.
Community Fireworks Display
Sponsored by the City of Walla Walla, celebrate America's 250th with Walla Walla's annual Independence Day community fireworks display! Free and open to the public.
Pyrotechnics firm Western Display of Canby, Oregon, will produce the show, which is expected to last around 20 minutes.
Parking will be available on the Walla Walla Community College campus, at the Mill Creek Sportsplex, and where on-street parking is permitted in the area. The parking lot next to the baseball/softball fields will be closed.
People viewing the display are asked to please place any garbage in identified containers or pack out what you pack in.
While departing after the show, please follow the instructions of the Walla Walla Police Department personnel directing traffic.
4th of July in the Park
The annual, free event organized by the Walla Walla Union-Bulletin will be a fun-filled day of food, music, information booths, arts and crafts. Live music, dance groups and other live entertainment will run throughout the day providing a celebratory atmosphere in the park. Sign up for the party’s newsletter to watch for information about volunteering at our booth.
Democrats Persistence Café
Each Saturday, join local Democrats for a meet and greet. Bring your political rage, your latest activist project, and an open mind. Let’s network and meet new friends.
First Friday Art Tour
Visit our office as part of July’s ArtWalla’s First Friday Art Tour. A different artist will be featured each month. Additional information about this month’s participating locations is available from ArtWalla.
Meet Kyle Palmer
Kyle Palmer is running for the State Legislature, Position 1, 16th LD. His opponent is Mark Klicker. This will be a good opportunity to meet and learn about Kyle and his campaign and ask questions. Sponsored by the Walla Walla Progressives.
Pre-registration is required for this Zoom event.
No Mikey Monday in WW
Gather each Monday as able and bring your signs. Sponsored by our friends at the Walla Walla Walla Activism Network. Please note that the weekly location occasionally changes.
College Place Freedom Festival
Enjoy local vendors, food trucks, and a Kid Zone followed by a concert from 7-10 p.m. and a fireworks show at 10:00.
Pop-Up Protest: Freedom 250th Birthday Event
The march route will be South Second Ave and Poplar to Main Street, and then go to Heritage Plaza and return to Poplar to avoid interference with the 911 Call Center. It will begin at 12:30 p.m. for those who want to march. Some small signs will be available, or bring your own larger signs.
Please bring your own fluids and pack out your own garbage.
There are some shaded areas on 2nd Avenue.
Democrats Persistence Café
Each Saturday, join local Democrats for a meet and greet. Bring your political rage, your latest activist project, and an open mind. Let’s network and meet new friends.
WW Basin Drought Preparedness Community Workshop
Join community members to learn about how drought is impacting streams, farms, drinking water, and communities across the Walla Walla Basin. Hear about the Conservation District’s draft Drought Preparedness Plan, explore conservation strategies, and share your feedback on building long-term water resilience.
What to expect:
Short presentations
Interactive stations
Q & A session
Free pizza and beverages