Local Live Music and Happenings Kittitas County. April 16th----April 24th

Photo: Check out this family friendly party in Cle Elum this weekend!

Things to Do in Kittitas County

Thursday, April 16 through Sunday, April 26

Looking for live music, community events, fundraisers, and local happenings in Ellensburg, Cle Elum, Roslyn, Kittitas, and beyond? Here’s what’s coming up this week.

Thursday, April 16

CWU Graduate Student Association Pint Night

Iron Horse Brewery

1621 Vantage Highway, Ellensburg

All ages | No cover4 to 8 p.m.

Rodeo City Blues Collective (RCBC)

The Mule Cocktail Bar

119 E. 4th Ave., Ellensburg21+ | No cover

6 to 8 p.m.

She-Kim Duo Joint Faculty Recital

CWU McIntyre Music Building Recital Hall

Free

7 p.m.

Thursday Night Live with Darnell Scott

Mike’s Tavern

427 E. 1st St., Cle Elum21+ | No cover

7 p.m.

Friday, April 17

C.V.A.S.O. Cornhole Tournament

Iron Horse Brewery

1621 Vantage Highway, Ellensburg

All ages | No cover

4 to 8 p.m.

Bingo Night

PEERS Rising

116 E. 3rd Ave., Ellensburg

All ages | Free family fun

5 p.m.

Feather River

Gard Vintners

311 N. Pearl St., Ellensburg

No cover | Arrive early to grab a table

6 to 9 p.m.

Vaught Rock

The Nodding Donkey Bar1518 W. University Way, Ellensburg

No cover

6 p.m.

A Community in Song

Ellensburg United Methodist Church

201 N. Ruby St., Ellensburg

Performances by the Ellensburg Community Band, Valley Voices Community Choir, Ellensburg Women’s Chorus, and Ellensburg UMC Sanctuary Choir.

Admission is by donation, with proceeds supporting APOYO and its community outreach throughout the region. Suggested donation is $5 to $10.

7 p.m.

Pat Moss

American Legion Post 8

1101 N. Craig Ave., Ellensburg

Live music | No cover | Non-members can be signed in

7:30 to 11:30 p.m.

Acoustic Night with Benni James

The Brick Saloon

100 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Roslyn21+ | No cover

9 p.m.

Saturday, April 18

Junk-tiquen in the Burg 2025

Kittitas Valley Event Center

901 E. 7th Ave., Ellensburg

Shop antiques, up-cycled junk, jewelry, pillows, signs, candles, and vintage finds.

Admission: $5 | Free parking

9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Biscuits and Bloody Mary’s

The Mule Cocktail Bar

119 E. 4th Ave., Ellensburg21+

9 a.m. to 12 noon, or until sold out

Ellensburg Downtown Spring Clean Up

Register online through the Ellensburg Downtown Association: Link

CWU students can register here: Link

10 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Tulip’s Book Barn Sale

Hal Holmes Community Center

201 N. Ruby St., Ellensburg

Presented by the Friends of the Ellensburg Public Library

10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Book Sale by Friends of the Kittitas Gilmour Library

VFW

106 Main St., Kittitas

10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

April Tasting

Wheel Line Cider

15730 Upper Badger Pocket Road, Ellensburg

12 to 4 p.m.

Danbert Nobacon (Punk-Folk)

The Punch Stage

10630 N. Thorp Hwy., Thorp

Music starts at 3 p.m. Arrive early for a seat.

Also in the gallery: Black Land / Red Land, visual art and poetry curated by Margot Massey and David Coppin Lanegan.

Gallery open 12 to 5 p.m.

Music 3 to 5 p.m.

Micah J

Mule and Elk Brewing Company

418 E. 1st St., Cle Elum

5 to 7 p.m.

The Stories We Share: A Community Fundraiser for the Museum

The Ridge Encore

404 N. Pine St., Ellensburg

Dinner, auction, and dessert in support of the Kittitas County Historical Museum. Tickets: Link

5 to 9 p.m.

Paint and Sip

Iron Horse Brewery

1621 Vantage Highway, Ellensburg

Hosted by the CWU Art and Design Club. Painting will be done on 8-by-10-inch boards with acrylic paint. All supplies are provided, and no experience is needed. Beverages and food will be available for purchase, including local beer, non-alcoholic beverages, pizza, and snacks.

All ages | Tickets $10 to $20

5 to 7 p.m.

Suessapalooza 2026

UKCSC Centennial Hall

719 E. 3rd St., Cle Elum

Inspired by Dr. Seuss, this event features food, fun, music, and community spirit. Prizes for best costume. Music by Feather River.

Tickets available at the Roslyn Library:

Adults $15 | Youth $10 | Children under 6 free

5:30 p.m.

Vegas Nights

McIntosh Ranch

501 W. 6th Ave., Ellensburg

Dance, dinner, and social presented by the Rigadoon Dance Club. Music by Under the Covers.

Tickets: Link

6 p.m.

Karaoke

The Nodding Donkey Bar

1518 W. University Way, Ellensburg

7 p.m.

Pat Moss

American Legion Post 8

1101 N. Craig Ave., Ellensburg

Live music | No cover | Non-members can be signed in

7:30 to 11:30 p.m.

Roemen & The Whereabouts

Roslyn Eagles 696

106 N. 2nd St., Roslyn

8 p.m.

Ellensburg Comedy Night with Luke Severeid

The Ridge Restaurant and Bar

404 N. Pine St., Ellensburg

Luke Severeid returns from Australia after appearances in the Big Sky Comedy Festival, semifinalist runs in both the Seattle and San Francisco International Comedy Competition, and a Best Comedy Film win at HUMP! Film Festival.

18+ | Tickets $23 via Eventbrite

Doors open at 8 p.m.

Show starts at 9 p.m.

Loco Motion

Keg Cellar

Cle Elum

9 p.m. to 12 a.m.

The SH80s

The Brick Saloon

100 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Roslyn

21+ | No cover

9 p.m.

Sunday, April 19

Auditions for the Rodeo City Kiwanis Talent Show

The talent show will be held on May 8. Contact Mike McCloskey to schedule an audition.

Call or text 509-899-3168

Monday, April 20

Noontime Ukulele Club

Make Music Ellensburg

201 N. Pearl St., Ellensburg

More info: Link

12:10 to 12:50 p.m.

Brochet

Iron Horse Brewery

1621 Vantage Highway, Ellensburg

All ages | No cover

Tuesday, April 21

Sip and Solder

The Timeout Saloon

101 Main St., Kittitas

Create a ring or necklace pendant in this beginner-friendly class.

Registration: $120 | Link

6 to 8 p.m.

Valley Voices Community Choir Rehearsals

Ellensburg Presbyterian Church

1307 E. 3rd Ave., Ellensburg

Come join the choir.

More info: Link

6:30 to 8 p.m.

Wednesday, April 22

Earth Day Craft Night

Dru Bru Snoqualmie Pass

10 Lifepass Way

Available all day.

Free | No sign-up needed | All ages

11 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Open Mic Night

Valo Wines

321 N. Pearl St., Ellensburg

6 to 8 p.m.

Thursday, April 23

Spring Girl’s Night Out

Downtown Ellensburg

Enjoy a night of promotions, pop-up vendors, live music, special activities, and more. Presented by the Ellensburg Downtown Association.

3 to 9 p.m.

Quilts for CASA Night with Music by Jodi Ryan

Gard Vintners

311 N. Pearl St., Ellensburg

All ages | No reservations

Quilts are on sale now and all month long at Gard. On April 23, celebrate the community’s support for CASA with wine, music, and a raffle for a one-of-a-kind pinwheel quilt.

5 to 9 p.m.

Phantom of the Opera Inspired Dinner

Basecamp Books and Bites

110 W. Pennsylvania Ave., Roslyn

A special seven-course theatrical dinner. Costumes welcome.

For info, call 509-649-3821.

6 p.m.

Thursday Night Live with Micah J

Mike’s Tavern

427 E. 1st St., Cle Elum

21+ | No cover

7 to 9 p.m.

CWU Orchesis Dance Company Spring Concert: Dreams

Milo Smith Tower Theatre

400 E. University Way, Ellensburg

Tickets: Link

7:30 p.m.

Looking Ahead: April 24 to 26

Passport to Wine Weekend

Gallery One and locations around Ellensburg and CWU

Gallery One, 408 N. Pearl St., Ellensburg

Passport to Wine Weekend runs

April 24 through April 26.

Details: Link