Local Live Music and Happenings Kittitas County. February 5th----February 12th

The Elk And Mule on 1st St, Cle Elum is one of many hot spots to catch the Super Bowl this Sunday. Go Hawks!!! (photo courtesy of Elk and Mule)

Thursday, February 5^th

Advanced Teen Role Play Gaming Club @ The Ellensburg Public Library, 209 Ruby St., Ellensburg. Experienced players for this session only. Must sign up in advance at the Ellensburg Public Library's Youth Services Desk.                                                             3:30PM-5PM

Bluegrass Jam with Rodeo City Bluegrass Collective.  @ The Mule Cocktail Bar, 119 E. 4^th Ave., Ellensburg. 21+ No Cover                                                                      6PM-8PM

Bitter Brush Band @ Mike’s Tavern, 427 E. 1^st Street, Cle Elum.  21+ No Cover.  7PM-9PM  

Friday, February 6^th(First Friday in Ellensburg)

Women’s Ski Day @ Summit West, Snoqualmie Pass.  Hosted by Girls with Grit.  See line up of events @ https://www.summitatsnoqualmie.com/events/womens-day      8:30AM-2:30PM

Kittitas County Drum Circle: This Friday, @ Fitterer's Building in downtown Ellensburg, as part of the First Friday Art Walk. 5PM-7PM

The Lost Keys @ The Mule, 119 E. 4^th Ave., Ellensburg.  21+ No Cover.                                             6PM-8PM

The Roberts @ Gard Vintners, 311 N. Pearl St., Ellensburg.    No cover, no reservations, arrive early to get a table, all ages.                                                          6PM-9PM

Chris Davidson @ Iron Horse Brewery Tap Room, 1621 Vantage Highway, Ellensburg.  All Ages, No Cover, Pets welcome.                                      

6PM-8PM

Gallery Member Party @ Gallery One, 408 N. Pearl St., Ellensburg.           5PM-7PM

TrailBlazers Group Show @ Nuwave Gallery, 115 west 3^rd Ave., Ellensburg. Read about the show here:  https://www.nuwavegallery.co/news/trailblazer            5PM-8PM

Lily Kip “Mowing” exhibition opens @ The Palace Gallery, 210 W. 4^th Ave., Suite X, Ellensburg.                   4PM-8PM

Kyle Bain @ Valo Wine Tasting Room, 321 N. Pearl St., Ellensburg. 6PM-8PM

Agatha Christie’s Murder on the Orient Express. Presented by Valley Theatre Company. @ IOOF (Oddfellows) 307 N. Pine St., Ellensburg.  Multiple Shows!

Tickets can be purchased at https://valleytheatreco.org/2026-orient-express and are $22 for seniors and students and $25 for adults. Evening performances begin at 7:00 p.m., with matinees at 2:00 p.m. To help make theatre more accessible, VTC will offer a discount ticket night on Thursday, February 12th.  Performances run January 30 through February 14, 2026

When:   Jan. 30, 31, Feb. 6, 7, 12, 13, 14 at 7:00 pm               Jan. 31, Feb. 1, 7, 14 at 2:00 pm               **NEW TIME: Sunday, Feb 8 at 1:00 pm (will finish by 3:30)

February 7th evening - Dress to Kill Pre-Show Experience (SOLD OUT)February 8th matinee - 12th Man Special - all tickets are $12.  Starts an hour earlier so that it is out in time for the Superbowl*February 12 is a Discount Ticket Night (its a price to die for!) . Space limited. RSVP Recommended

More Info: https://valleytheatreco.ludus.com/index.php                  7PM   

Jumpin’ Johnny @ The American Legion post 8 .1101 North Craig Ave., Ellensburg.  Live music. No cover charge. Non-members can be signed in.

7:30PM-11:30PM

Birdie Fenn Cent (Acoustic) @ The Brick Saloon, 110 West Pennsylvania Ave., Roslyn. 21+ No Cover.                                                                               9PM                                      

Saturday, February 7^th

Tulip’s Book Barn Sale @ Hal Holmes center, 201 Ruby Street, Ellensburg. Proceeds benefit the Ellensburg Public Library and Hal Holmes Community Center. 10:30AM-1:30PM

Music Faculty Showcase @ CWU  Dr. Wayne S. Hertz Concert Hall .  Free/ Donations gratefully accepted.    2PM

Raj Saint Paul @The Punch Stage, 10630 N Thorp Hwy., Thorp.  An ambient music, multimedia presentation.  Music starts @ 3PM (arrive early for a seat) In the Gallery, “Conclusion” opens . It features collage and animation from Ade Hanft and Duane Toops. Music starts @ 3PM (arrive early for a seat)

Gallery Open 12PM-5PM                                              Music 3PM-5PM

Cory Peterson @ The Time Out Saloon, 101 S. Main St., Kittitas.   Come catch the NW CMA 2024 Performer of the year, Cory Peterson live in Kittitas, WA at the Time Out Saloon on Feb 7th.

8PM

Community Contra Dance @ Hal Holmes Community Center, 201 Ruby St., Ellensburg. 

Community contra dance open to all and free thanks to the Ellensburg Public Library. All dances taught, live music, no partner or special clothing necessary. Fun for the whole family!                                              7PM-10PM

Over The TOPera Concert @ CWU  Dr. Wayne S. Hertz Concert Hall     $10-$15   tickets at: https://cwuwildcattickets.universitytickets.com/w/event.aspx?id=2726     All Ages                                                    7PM                                                            

Jump’in Johnny @ The American Legion post 8 .1101 North Craig Ave., Ellensburg.  Live music. No cover charge. Non-members can be signed in.

7:30PM-11:30PM

Murder On Orient Express Details : https://valleytheatreco.ludus.com/index.php 

7PM &2PM

High Voltage @ The Brick Saloon, 100 West Pennsylvania Ave., Roslyn. 21+    No Cover                                                                                  9PM

The Roberts @ The Cle Elu Eagles, 220 N. Pennsylvania Ave, Cle Elum.  Sweetheart Ball!  $22 for Dinner and Dancing. More Info: https://cleelumeagles.org/       Dinner starts @5PM Dancing starts @ 7PM

Karaoke @ The Nodding Donkey Bar, 1518 West University Way, Ellensburg. 21+  7PM

All you can eat Spaghetti Dinner, Silent Auction and live music.  A fundraiser for the volunteer ski patrol.

Live Music @ Alpental Denny Lodge, Snoqualmie Pass.  Chase Rabideau Band                                                                       3:30PM-5:30PM

Silent Auction (all proceeds go to the Alpental Volunteer Ski Patrol)            4PM-7PM

Spaghetti dinner $12 at the door. $6 for kids. 5PM

Music by Cockfight in the Denny Lodge.                    7PM-9PM

Sunday, February 8^th

Superbowl Parties:

The Time Out Saloon ,101 S Main St., Kittitas : Come join us to cheer on the HAWKS potluck at half time!! There is a sign up sheet for food at the bar! Drink specials all day!                                                3:30PM

Cle Elum Eagles, Super Bowl with Soup Drive

Mule and Elk 418 E. 1^st St., Cle Elum Party starts at noon

DruBru (Both locations)  11AM-8PM

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Mike’s Tavern, 427 E 1^st St., Cle Elum.  All Day

Murder On Orient Express Details : https://valleytheatreco.ludus.com/index.php 

1PM  (Will be over by 3:30 for the superbowl.)

Monday, February 9^th

Noontime Ukelele Club, @ Make Music Ellensburg. 201 N. Pearl St., Ellensburg. More info here:

https://www.dailyrecordnews.com/local-events/?_evDiscoveryPath=/event/3391721-noontime-ukulele-club                                        12:10PM-12:50PM

Dringo @ Iron Horse Brewery Taproom, 1621 Vantage Highway, Ellensburg. All Ages/No Cover.                                                                          6PM-8PM

Tuesday, February 10^th                                     

Hops Bath Salts Workshop @ Iron Horse Brewery, 1621 Vantage Highway, Ellensburg.  $10  Tickets on Eventbrite: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/make-your-own-hop-bath-salts-workshop-tickets-1980574830634?aff=ehometext                                      

6PM-8PM (Doors open @ 5:30PM)

Valley Voices Community Choir Rehearsals @ Ellensburg Presbyterian Church, 1307 East 3^rd Avenue, Ellensburg. Come Join the Choir! More info: More info: www.ellensburgmusic com/choir                             6:30PM-8PM

Books and Brus, community book exchange and happy hour, @ Dru Bru, Snoqualmie Pass.  10 Pass Life Way.                                                                   5:30PM-7PM

Wednesday, February 11^th

DIY Hearts and Crafts , cards, garland and bookmarks@ Carpenter Memorial Library. 302 N. Pennsylvania Ave., Cle Elum Free (Drop in)                                     4PM-5:30PM

David McLemore, faculty tuba recital @ CWU McIntyre Music Building, Recital Hall.  Free.              6PM

Open Mic Night @ Nuwave Gallery, 115 West 3^rd Ave., Ellensburg. New weekly Open Mic Night.  Led by Christina Kalos, and Jason Clifton.  Bring your music, stories and or poetry. Or, just come to listen. No age limit, (family friendly)  Beverages and snacks available to purchase. No cover.  Sign up at 6:45.  7PM-9PM

Thursday, February 12th

Advanced Teen Role Play Gaming Club @ The Ellensburg Public Library, 209 Ruby St., Ellensburg. Experienced players for this session only. Must sign up in advance at the Ellensburg Public Library's Youth Services Desk. 3:30PM-5PM

Clarinet Studio Recital, @ CWU McIntyre Music Building, Recital Hall. Free. 6PM

IHB Hockey Team Hang @ Iron Horse Brewing, 1620 Vantage Highway, Ellensburg. No Cover/ All Ages

Murder On Orient Express Details : https://valleytheatreco.ludus.com/index.php

Discounted Ticket Night! 7PM

Second Annual Valentines Wine Dinner @ Upside Down wine X Orchard Restaurant. Call

(541) 436-3851 for details. 6:30PM

Galentines Day Pop up Market & Wine Specials . Live Music by Micah J @ Mule and Elk, 418 E 1st Street, Cle Elum. 4PM-8PM