SENIOR EVENTS: June 2026

COLUMBIA BASIN — The sun is shining; the birds are singing, and there’s lots of fun out there for seniors in the Basin. Here are a few things to check out.

June 3 

Line Dance Lessons and Social Dancing 

Two and a half hours of high-energy fun, great music and easy-to-follow instruction in a lively downtown atmosphere. Beginner-friendly or intermediate lessons by Moonshine Line Dance. No partner needed. $10 per person. 6:30-9 p.m. every Wednesday at Rick’s Eatery, 817 W. Third Ave., Moses Lake. Info: [email protected]. 

June 10 

Senior Picnic 

Enjoy lunch, live music and prize giveaways and meet local businesses that offer senior services. A shuttle from the parking lot to the event will be provided. Free to seniors 55 and older, $5 for family members and caregivers. Hosted by the Moses Lake Chamber of Commerce. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. with lunch served at 12 p.m. at Grant County Fairgrounds, 3953 Airway Drive NE, Moses Lake. Info: www.moseslake.com. 

June 11 

Lind Field Day 

Tour the ongoing research projects at the Washington State University Lind Dryland Research Station. Hosted lunch and ice cream social. Free and open to the public. 8:30 a.m.-1:15 p.m. at 781 E. Experiment Station Road, Lind. Info and directions: lindstation.wsu.edu. 

June 12-13 

Sage-N-Sun 

Celebrate America’s 250th birthday in the Ephrata sunshine. Live music, parade, 3-on-3 basketball tournament, family activities and more. Hosted by Ephrata Chamber of Commerce. Info: www.ephratachamber.org. 

Lind Combine Demolition Derby 

Watch farm equipment battle it out in the arena. Car and truck races, parades, barbecue and beer garden, as well as the renowned combine demo derby. Lind Lions Club Arena, 2709 E. Second St., Lind. Info: www.lindcombinederby.com. 

June 12-14 

Rastelli Circus 

Thrilling stunts, laughs, and jaw-dropping talent perfect for the whole family, 6:30 p.m. Friday, 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. Saturday, 2 p.m. Sunday at Grant County Fairgrounds, 3953 Airway Drive NE, Moses Lake. Info: RastelliCircus.com. 

June 13 

Little Big Show 

Car show with vendors, food and more. 8 a.m. in downtown Wilson Creek. Info: www.thelittlebigshow.com. 

‘The Sugar Kingdom’: A Dance Show’ 

Lollipops, Jolly Ranchers, gummy bears, and more will take the stage to tell the story of beloved magic dance shoes. Presented by Royalty Dance Studio. 3 and 6 p.m. at Quincy High School Performing Arts Center, 403 Jackrabbit St. NE. Info: 253-888-5665 or royaltydancestudio.com. 

June 14 

Flag Day Social 

Bring your family, friends, and lawn chairs as we kick off summer together and honor our nation’s flag with the community. Flag ceremony, barbecue, ice cream and a visit from the Quincy Valley Historical Society’s “Journey to Philadelphia 1776.” Hosted by Veterans Operation Creation. 12-2 p.m. at Quincy Valley Historical Society and Museum, 415 F St SW, Quincy. Info: veteransoperationcreation.com. 

June 19 

Soap Lake Food & Folk Festival 

Live music, local food, workshops, craft vendors, family activities, and community gathering. Hosted by Friends of the Lower Grand Coulee in partnership with Cloudview Farm and Soap Lake Creative District. Free and open to all ages. Soap Lake Creative District Friday, Cloudview Farms Saturday. Info: tinyurl.com/solawafff. 

H.E. Gritman Senior Center Rummage Sale 

A wide variety of items to choose from. Prices are by donation. Proceeds support the H.E. Gritman Senior Center. 3 p.m. at 118 W. Main Ave., Ritzville. Info: 509-659-1921. 

Beginning Tunisian Crochet 

Beginner class for those with at least some crocheting knowledge. Participants will make a small kitchen towel. Hosted by 2 Broke Crochet Dudes. Tickets and info: https://bit.ly/Crochet0626. 

June 20 

Family Picnic Day 

Enjoy a day packed with activities and entertainment for all ages. Free and open to the public. Sponsored by the Downtown Moses Lake Association. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. at Neppel Landing, 104 S. Alder St., Moses Lake. Info: downtownmoseslake.org. 

Caddyshack Par-Tee 

Come dressed in your best plaid or golf themed attire and support Soroptimist International of Moses Lake. Dinner, silent auction, live auction and raffle, followed by dancing under the stars. Tickets available at https://bit.ly/SIMLAuction26 Doors open at 5 p.m. at Pillar Rock Grill, 1373 Road F.2 NE, Moses Lake. Info: moseslakesoroptimist.com. 

June 25 

‘Operation Petticoat’ 

Screening of the classic comedy about a World War II submarine crew that rescues a group of stranded nurses and must navigate chaos, comedy and a pink-painted sub. 2 p.m. at the Ephrata Senior Center, 124 C St. NW. Info: www.ephrataseniorcenter.org.  

June 26 

2nd Annual Flock Cancer Walk 

Follow the flamingo-lined trail along the Gavinski Trail through Neppel Landing and back, cheered on by volunteers and a live DJ. $25 registration fee and a percentage of sales will go to the Columbia Basin Cancer Foundation, Register at https://bit.ly/MLFlockCancer26. Info: 509-707-0192. 

June 27 

Open Mic 

Fun for all ages. Food available by donation. 5-7 p.m. at Soap Lake Community and Senior Center, 121 Second Ave. SE. Info: 509-246-1913. 

    The annual Moses Lake Senior Picnic will celebrate America’s 250th birthday a little early, on June 10.