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2. Welcome to the Tri-Cities!
Thank you for considering theTri-Cities as a
potential site for your next meeting. The cities of
Kennewick, Pasco, Richland, andWest Richland
are active, vibrant communities that offer the
most up-to-date hotels, meeting facilities, and
local attractions; perfect for any size group.
Visit TRI-CITIES is committed to providing
exceptional service, which will contribute
to the success of your program. The
members of our sales team realize you have
a busy schedule of your own, so allow our
complimentary services to assist you in
finding the perfect meeting location in our
thriving community. With two convention
centers, various hotels with meeting space,
and over 3,800 guest rooms available, the
Tri-Cities is sure to fulfill your specific meeting
needs. From start to finish, Visit TRI-CITIES is
committed to saving you time and energy.
Outside of the meeting room, attendees
will soak in some of the best weather in the
state. The Tri-Cities offers frequent sunny
days, allowing for year-round golf, outdoor
excursions, and breathtaking views of the
region’s unique landscape. Infuse the Tri-Cities
into your next meeting by exploring the arts,
culture, and history found throughout
the community. Further enrich your
experience by tasting our world-class
wines! With more than 200 wineries
within a one hour drive, the Tri-Cities
offers attendees ample opportunities to
pursue the Heart of Washington Wine
Country®. Many wineries provide attendees
a memorable experience with their private
meeting and banquet space.
It has never been easier to get to
theTri-Cities! Our central location in the
Northwest, supported by direct flights from
Seattle, San Francisco, Salt Lake City, Denver,
Minneapolis, Phoenix, LasVegas, and Portland,
translates to added convenience for attendees.
The Tri-Cities community takes great pride
in hosting meetings and conventions
of all sizes. The winning combination of
technologically-advanced meeting venues,
inviting hotels, and friendly service are worth
exploring. We look forward to welcoming you
and your next event to the Tri-Cities!
Sincerely,
Kris Watkins
Kris Watkins
President & CEO,VisitTRI-CITIES
Contents
CONVENTION & HOUSING SERVICES......................... 3
PUBLIC VENUES............................................................. 4
ACCOMMODATIONS...................................................... 7
GETTING HERE..............................................................15
TRI-CITIES MAP.............................................................16
UNIQUE MEETING VENUES.........................................18
TRI-CITIES ATTRACTIONS/
25 THINGS TO DO IN TRI-CITIES...............................20
OUTDOOR WATER ADVENTURES..............................21
GOLF.............................................................................. 22
HEART OF WASHINGTON WINE COUNTRY®........... 23
LOCAL HISTORY & CULTURE......................................24
ARTS & CUISINE........................................................... 25
WEATHER...................................................................... 26
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Welcome
3. The staff at Visit TRI-CITIES is committed to the success of your events. We are dedicated to creating a positive experience for
all conference attendees by serving as a liaison between you and the hotels and venues in our community. Our staff is here to
provide customized service and to save you time and energy with a number of complimentary planning services.
SITE INSPECTION TOURS –
The best way to learn about the
Tri-Cities is to visit! We will arrange a
personalized tour of the area making
all the arrangements from hotel
accommodations to scheduling site
inspection tours. We will accompany you
along the way, escorting you to each
destination and making introductions.
GATHERING PROPOSALS –
We want to save you time and energy,
and ensure you receive accurate
information in a timely manner. We will
contact each of the hotels and meeting
venues as directed by you and request
special pricing information. Allow us to
present you with a consolidated proposal
packet outlining all the services offered
by area hotels and meeting venues.
OFF-SITE EVENTS, TOURS, AND
CONTACTS – Looking for a Tri-Cities
area speaker or interested in offering
conference attendees a wine tour? We
can help you find a memorable off-site
venue for a special event, arrange for
guest speakers, and assist in planning
pre- and post- convention activities and
tours.
ONLINE RESERVATIONS
SYSTEM – Visit TRI-CITIES offers an
online reservations booking system,
Meetingmax, to make booking guest
rooms more convenient for attendees,
and provide you the ability to track and
manage room blocks.
INCREASE ATTENDANCE –
Materials to encourage attendance at
your event are available and include
use of our video,“Tri-Cities…Where
Endless Discoveries Await”and use of our
display booth showcasing the Tri-Cities’
attractions, complemented by brochures,
maps, and banners.
PROMOTIONAL MATERIALS –
Visitor guides and registration bags with
the Tri-Cities logo are available for all
conference attendees.
COMMUNITY RELATIONS –
A media list is available to assist in
contacting newspaper, radio, and
television sources. We will be happy to
contact our city mayors, Chambers of
Commerce, or other local officials , and
invite them to welcome your group.
CONVENTION
HOUSING SERVICES
We are At Your Service
and ready to help!
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ConventionHousingServices
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The Three Rivers Convention Center with its
state-of-the art technologies is the perfect
place for your next event.
Within the facility, you will find a team of professional managers
trained to deliver professional service. The management staff
has a combined experience level of over 150 years.
The 75,000 square foot Three Rivers Convention Center is ideal
for meetings and conventions. The Great Hall provides 21,600
square feet easily transformed into a ballroom to accommo-
date 1,500 delegates or subdivided into smaller spaces. Nine
additional meeting rooms are available for breakouts and office
space, perfect to complement the Great Hall and offer variety to
meet the complex needs of multiple-day programs.
The Convention Center’s sparkling 14,000 square foot glass foy-
er creates a memorable setting for social activities, receptions,
meeting registrations, and more. The Cyber Café features all the
amenities required of a business traveler including high-speed
Internet access, essential business services, and quick and con-
venient refreshments served in a comfortable atmosphere.
The SpringHill Suites by Marriott is conveniently connected to
the Three Rivers Convention Center, with 112 guest rooms and
two meeting rooms.
7016 W. Grandridge Blvd.
Kennewick, WA 99336
Phone: (509) 735-9400
Fax: (509) 735-4699
www.ThreeRiversConventionCenter.com
VENUE SPECIFICATIONS
Total Meeting Space: 75,000 SF 3,100 people Onsite Catering
Largest Meeting Room: 21,600 SF 2,100 people Complimentary Parking
Capacity Set Theater Style: 2,050 people
Capacity Set Classroom Style: 1,200 people Total Breakout Rooms: 13
Capacity Set Banquet Style: 1,400 people Foyer/Pre-Function: 14,000 SF
Vendor Booths: 140 booths(more available in foyer or meeting rooms)
Three Rivers
Convention Center
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VENUE SPECIFICATIONS
Total Meeting Space: 27,000 SF 7,000 people Onsite Catering
Largest Meeting Room: 3,000 SF 250 people Complimentary Parking
Capacity Set Theater Style: 2,031 people Dressing Rooms
Capacity Set Classroom Style: - Total Breakout Rooms: 1
Capacity Set Banquet Style: 1,300 people Foyer/Pre-Function: -
Vendor Booths: 221 booths
Comfortably seating 5,000 to 7,000 people
in six configurations, the Toyota Center,
located in the Three Rivers Campus, is
superbly suited for sports, entertainment,
trade shows, and meetings.
The facility’s concourse provides access to concessions and
amenities, and private suites provide exclusive viewing for
VIP attendees. A separate banquet area accommodates
groups up to 250 people with a dance floor, private
entrance, and full-service bar.
The Three Rivers Campus is the confluence of everything
that makes for great events: from versatility of the Toyota
Center to the distinctive Three Rivers Convention Center
with our dedicated staff serving you all along the way.
Centrally located between Seattle, Portland, Spokane, and
Boise in the Tri-Cities community of 250,000, the venue is
surrounded by world-class wineries, top-rated golf courses,
and miles of riverfront parks and trails with abundant
dining, shopping, and accommodation options.
7016 W. Grandridge Blvd.
Kennewick, WA 99336
Phone: (509) 737-3700
Fax: (509) 735-4699
www.YourToyotaCenter.com
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As the area’s only publicly owned operated
facility, we know that now more than ever
planners are asked to do more with less.
Together we can help you stretch your budget dollars
further…18-20% over any other facility in Washington and
that is just by eliminating the gratuity fee!!
The TRAC Center is easily accessed off exit 9 on I-182 in Pasco.
Located at a high point in the outskirts of town our campus
creates a serene atmosphere away from the hustle of down-
town activity. Within blocks of our campus are three shopping
plazas, over 20 fast food and full-service restaurants…not to
mention 4 separate coffee shops!
The TRAC Center offers over 90,000 square feet of very flexible
meeting and exhibit space. We are also within walking dis-
tance to 150 guestrooms, with another 80+ guestroom hotel
slated to open in the winter of 2015. For events requiring more
sleeping rooms there are 6 hotels one freeway exit away and
complimentary shuttle service to our campus is available from
select properties.
Our staff’s extensive experience and“YES WE CAN”attitude
guarantees a flawless event from beginning to end. Call us
today so we can help keep your important event on TRAC!
6600 Burden Blvd.
Pasco, WA 99301
Phone: (509) 542-5927
Fax: (509) 543-2998
www.traconline.com
TRAC Center
VENUE SPECIFICATIONS
Total Meeting Space: 90,695 SF 7,000 people Onsite Catering
Largest Meeting Room: 39,000 SF 2,950 people Complimentary Parking
Capacity Set Theater Style: 3,400 people Dressing Rooms
Capacity Set Classroom Style: 1,600 people Total Breakout Rooms: 3
Capacity Set Banquet Style: 1,800 people Foyer/Pre-Function: 7,200 SF
Vendor Booths: 210 booths
INDOOR ARENA
7. TRI-CITIES
ACCOMMODATIONS
Tri-CitiesAccommodations
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See the Map in the center for locations.
Hotel Property Address Phone Website
GuestRooms
Meeting Rooms
Restaurant
Shuttle
Number
Capacity
Sq.Ft.
Kennewick
Baymont Inn Suites 4220W. 27th Pl. 736-3326 www.baymontinns.com 53 1 40 700 N N
BestWestern Plus Kennewick Inn 4001W. 27th Ave. 586-1332 www.bestwestern.com/kennewick 88 1 50 800 N N
Clover Island Inn 435 Clover Island Dr. 586-0541 www.cloverislandinn.com 151 5 250 2,897
Comfort Inn 7801W. Quinault Ave. 783-8396 www.comfortinn.com/hotel-kennewick-wa-WA701 56 – – – N N
Days Inn Kennewick 2811W. 2nd Ave. 735-9511 www.daysinn.com/kennewick 103 – – – N N
Econo Lodge 300 N. Ely St. 783-6191 www.kennewickeconolodge.com 60 – – – N N
Fairfield Inn by Marriott 7809W. Quinault Ave. 783-2164 www.marriott.com/kwcfi 62 – – – N N
GuestHouse Inn Suites 5616W. Clearwater Ave. 735-2242 www.guesthouseintl.com/hotels/kennewick 57 – – – N N
Hampton Inn at Southridge 3715 PlazaWay 820-3023 www.hilton.com 80 1 40 550 N
Hilton Garden Inn 701 N.Young St. 735-4600 www.hgikennewick.com 120 2 64 988 N
Kennewick Suites 321 N. Johnson St. 735-6385 www.kennewicksuites.com 45 – – – N N
La Quinta Inn Suites 2600 S. Quillan Pl. 736-3656 www.lq.com 64 – – 600 N N
Quality Inn Kennewick 7901W. Quinault Ave. 735-6100 www.choicehotels.com 125 1 50 1,044 N N
Red Lion Hotel Columbia Center 1101 N. Columbia Center Blvd. 783-0611 www.redlion.com 162 9 1,000 4,899
Red Lion Inn Suites Kennewick 602 N.Young St. 396-9979 www.redlion.com 61 1 20 – N N
SpringHill Suites by Marriott 7048W. Grandridge Blvd. 572-2176 www.marriott.com/kwcsh 112 3 150 1,710 N
Super 8 626 N. Columbia Center Blvd. 736-6888 www.super8.com 95 1 25 350 N N
Pasco
BestWestern Plus Pasco Inn Suites 2811 N. 20th Ave. 543-7722 www.bestwestern.com/pascoinnandsuites 110 1 90 1,107 N
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Pasco 4525 Convention Pl. 543-7000 www.holidayinnexpress.com 85 8 435 4,560 N
King CityTruck Stop Knights Inn 2100 E. Hillsboro Rd. 547-3475 www.knightsinn.com 36 – – – N N
Loyalty Inn 1801W. Lewis St. 547-0791 www.fairbridgeinns.com 32 – – – N N
Motel 6 Pasco 1520 N. Oregon Ave. 546-2010 www.motel6-pasco.com 104 – – – N N
My Place Hotel 6830 Rodeo Dr. 545-2186 www.myplacehotels.com 64 – – – N N
Red Lion Hotel Pasco 2525 N. 20th Ave. 547-0701 www.redlion.com 279 12 1,880 12,800
Sleep InnTri-Cities 9930 Bedford St. 545-9554 www.choicehotels.com 62 1 40 598 N N
Richland
Courtyard by Marriott 480 Columbia Point Dr. 942-9400 www.richlandmarriott.com 120 2 160 1,472 N
Hampton Inn 486 Bradley Blvd. 943-4400 www.richland.hamptoninn.com 130 5 160 2,500 N
Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites Richland 1970 Center Pkwy. 737-8000 www.hiexpress.com 82 2 60 1,700 N N
Homewood Suites Richland 1060 GeorgeWashingtonWay 371-1550 www.homewoodsuitesrichland.com 115 1 25 345 N N
Knights Inn 1201 GeorgeWashingtonWay 943-3101 www.knightsinn.com 44 – – – N N
M Hotel Conference Center 1515 GeorgeWashingtonWay 946-4121 195 5 500 11,000 N N
Motel 6 Richland 1751 Fowler St. 783-1250 www.motel6.com 93 – – – N N
Red Lion Hotel Richland Hanford House 802 GeorgeWashingtonWay 946-7611 www.redlion.com 149 11 560 4,550
Richland Days Inn 615 Jadwin Ave. 943-4611 www.daysinn.com 97 – – – N N
Shilo Inn Suites Hotel 50 Comstock St. 946-4661 www.shiloinns.com 150 5 500 7,269
TownePlace Suites by Marriott 591 Columbia Point Dr. 943-9800 www.marriott.com/pscrl 90 – – – N N
Wright’s Desert Gold Motel RV Park 611 Columbia ParkTrail 627-1000 www.wrightsdesertgold.com 29 – – – N N
8. KennewickHotels
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The Comfort Inn-Kennewick
hotel is conveniently located
in the heart of Tri-Cities just
one block from the Columbia
Center Mall, the largest mall
in southeastern Washington.
Comfort Inn is minutes from
the beautiful Columbia River,
Three Rivers Convention Center,
Toyota Center and many shops and restaurants.
Comfort Inn features:
• Complimentary deluxe continental breakfast.
• Free Wireless High-Speed Internet access, local calls and
24-hour business center.
• All 56 guest rooms are equipped with mini-refrigerator,
microwave, coffee maker, hair dryer, iron/ironing board.
• Complimentary USA Today or Wall Street Journal.
• Fresh hot cookies in lobby.
• Indoor swimming pool and hot tub.
Located on the Columbia River,
we offer 151 sleeping rooms,
suites, Crow’s Nest Bar and
Grill and banquet facilities, all
with breathtaking views of
the Columbia River and Clover
Island Marina.
Enjoy a leisure bike ride with
our complimentary bikes or relax in our outdoor pool and hot tub
while taking in the view. We include a hot breakfast buffet, fridge
and microwave and complimentary Wi-Fi with every stay.
Downtown Kennewick is just a couple of blocks away, where you
will find wine bars, antique shops, boutiques and restaurants.
Clover Island Inn is locally owned and operated.
Comfort InnClover Island Inn
HOTEL SPECS
Total Sleeping Rooms: 56 Total Breakout Rooms: -
Total Meeting Space: -
Largest Meeting Space: -
7801 W. Quinault Ave. | Kennewick, WA
Phone: (509) 783-8396 | Fax: (509) 736-6844
www.comfortinn.com/hotel-kennewick-wa-WA107
HOTEL SPECS
Total Sleeping Rooms: 151 Total Breakout Rooms: 5
Total Meeting Space: 4,400 SF 250 people
Largest Meeting Space: 2,897 SF 175 people
Restaurant Airport Shuttle
435 Clover Island Dr. | Kennewick, WA
Phone: (509) 586-0541 | Fax: (509) 586-6956
www.cloverislandinn.com
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The GuestHouse is an
all-suite hotel, featuring over-
sized (429 SF) suites.
Our spacious suites feel more
like a home than a hotel, and
are equipped with wet bar,
microwave and refrigerator.
We offer a business center,
cable with HBO, free Wi-Fi,
free hot continental breakfast and security with interior corridor
entrances. We are conveniently located near a wide range of
business, dining and entertainment districts.
Why stay in a standard room when you can enjoy one of our over-
sized suites for the same price? Reserve your room today your
next visit to the Kennewick, Pasco and Richland area.
GuestHouse Inn Suites
HOTEL SPECS
Total Sleeping Rooms: 57 Total Breakout Rooms: -
Total Meeting Space: -
Largest Meeting Space: -
5616 W. Clearwater Ave. | Kennewick, WA
Phone: (509) 735-2242 | Fax: (509) 735-2317
www.guesthouseintl.com/hotels/kennewick
Discover the thoughtful hospi-
tality at the Hilton Garden Inn.
Adjacent to the Three Rivers
Convention Center and the
Toyota Center, we are located in
the heart of the business center
of Kennewick. Within walking
distance, there are a variety of
activities to enjoy: shopping at
the Columbia Center Mall, fine dining, and entertainment.
Enjoy the convenience of an on-site restaurant with cook-to-order
breakfast options, on-site catering, fitness center, event facilities,
and an indoor swimming pool. Guests will enjoy the convenience
of location, the amenities of home and the comfort of knowing
their needs will be met with the Hilton Satisfaction Promise.
Welcome to the Garden!
Hilton Garden Inn
HOTEL SPECS
Total Sleeping Rooms: 120 Total Breakout Rooms: 2
Total Meeting Space: 1,785 SF 107 people
Largest Meeting Space: 1,326 SF 75 people
Restaurant
701 N. Young St. | Kennewick, WA 99336
Phone: (509) 735-4600 | Fax: (509) 735-4601
www.hgikennewick.com
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The new SpringHill Suites by
Marriott Kennewick/Tri-Cities is
conveniently connected to the
Three Rivers Convention Center
and adjacent to the Toyota
Center and Arena and only
minutes from Columbia Center
Mall, local favorite restaurants,
The REACH Museum and Gesa
Carousel of Dreams.
Conference attendees will have access to spacious meeting rooms
as well as multiple opportunities to connect over a cup of coffee
in our Starbucks Coffee Shop located in the lobby or networking
in our on-site Sports Bar and Grill for a delicious dinner and a glass
of wine. Welcome to SpringHill Suites Kennewick/Tri-Cities, we
look forward to serving you.
SpringHill Suites by
Marriott
HOTEL SPECS
Total Sleeping Rooms: 112 Total Breakout Rooms: 3
Total Meeting Space: 2,184 SF 150 people
Largest Meeting Space: 1,710 SF 150 people
Restaurant
7048 W. Grandridge Blvd. | Kennewick, WA
Phone: (509) 572-2176 | Fax: (509) 572-2178
www.marriott.com/KWCSH
The Red Lion Hotel Columbia
Center – Kennewick is
located in the heart of the
Tri-Cities, adjacent to Columbia
Center Mall, theThree
Rivers Convention Center,
Toyota Center,Vista Field,
and numerous shops and
restaurants.We are 10 minutes
away from theTri-Cities Airport via complimentary shuttle service.
Our spacious guestrooms, outdoor swimming pool, fitness room,
and lounge will certainly add to the comfort of your stay. Also,
we are very conveniently located to nearby water recreational
activities, golf, and wineries.The Red Lion Hotel Columbia Center
– Kennewick convention facility can accommodate meetings,
seminars, banquets, and conventions for up to 1,000 people. Nine
meeting rooms, equipped with portable walls, allow the flexibility
to meet your specific room size needs.You’ll find our convention
center facilities along with our reputation for outstanding food and
service will enhance the success of any event.
Red Lion Hotel Columbia
Center - Kennewick
HOTEL SPECS
Total Sleeping Rooms: 162 Total Breakout Rooms: 8
Total Meeting Space: 9,700 SF 1,000 people
Largest Meeting Space: 4,899 SF 500 people
Restaurant Airport Shuttle
1101 N. Columbia Center Blvd. | Kennewick,WA
Phone: (509) 783-0611 | Fax: (509) 735-3087
www.redlion.com
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HOTEL SPECS
Total Sleeping Rooms: 110 Total Breakout Rooms: 1
Total Meeting Space: 1,432 SF 90 people
Largest Meeting Space: 1,107 SF 76 people
Airport Shuttle
2811 N. 20th Ave. | Pasco, WA 99301
Phone: (509) 543-7722 | Fax: (509) 547-1144
www.bestwestern.com/pascoinnandsuites
The Best Western Plus Pasco Inn
Suites is located directly adjacent to
the Tri-Cities Airport and neighbors
the Sun Willows Golf Course. Meeting
facilities and sports complexes are
also located within minutes!
Offering 110 beautiful and spacious guest rooms, mini-suites as
well as whirlpool suites, this hotel is focused on providing high
quality amenities and excellent guest service! You have compli-
mentary access to our great amenities such as hi-speed wireless
internet, our Tuesday night manager’s dinner reception featuring
a chefs choice entree and our amazing Full Hot Breakfast Buffet,
guaranteed to be the best in town, which features made to order
omelets, make your own Belgian waffles, breakfast breads baked
fresh every day, and so much more! Guest rooms feature an in
room safe, microwave and refrigerator, and plush pillow top
mattresses with extra pillows for your comfort!
Relax at the end of your day by enjoying 24-hour access to our
Pool, spa, dry sauna, business and fitness center. We invite you
to come and experience everything that the Best Western Pasco
Inn Suites has to offer! We are consistently rated in the top 5%
out of all Best Western hotels.
Best Western Plus Pasco
Inn Suites
HOTEL SPECS
Total Sleeping Rooms: 85 Total Breakout Rooms: 8
Total Meeting Space: 9,843 SF 435 people
Largest Meeting Space: 4,560 SF 300 people
Airport Shuttle
4525 Convention Pl. | Pasco, WA 99301
Phone: (509) 543-7000 | Fax: (509) 542-9315
www.holidayinnexpress.com
Travelers will be impressed by
the convenience of our accom-
modations near theTri-Cities
Airport. Situated next to the
TRAC Center, our hotel is the
perfect place to stay when you
are having an event.The hotel
features an indoor pool and
spa with a 24-hour full-service business center and fitness center.
We have over 9,000 sq. ft. of meeting space with eight break-out
rooms. Full-service food and beverage as well as audio and visual is
available.There is a sales and meeting professional on-site to assist
in event coordination.
Our hotel is conveniently located next to major sporting facilities,
such as Gesa Stadium and the Pasco Sports Complex.With a variety
of restaurants, retail and cinema close by, we are sure to have some-
thing for everyone.
Holiday Inn Express Hotel
Suites Pasco
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HOTEL SPECS
Total Sleeping Rooms: 64 Total Breakout Rooms: -
Total Meeting Space: -
Largest Meeting Space: -
6830 Rodeo Dr. | Pasco, WA 99301
Phone: (509) 545-2186 | Fax: (509) 545-2186
www.myplacehotels.com
Conveniently located minutes
fromTRAC Event Center, Pasco
Softball Complex, Gesa Stadium
and a variety of restaurants.
My Place Hotel-Pasco is an ideal
choice for many.
My Place Hotels are America’s
Newest Best Extended Stay
Hotels. Enjoy all the comforts of home while leaving the most in
your wallets. All My Place guest rooms feature the My Kitchen:
complete with microwave, refrigerator, sink and a 2 burner cooktop.
Enjoy a clean comfortable room every time you stay! My Place
Hotels offer affordable nightly, weekly monthly rates.
M Place Hotel
HOTEL SPECS
Total Sleeping Rooms: 279 Total Breakout Rooms: 8
Total Meeting Space: 17,240 SF 1,880 people
Largest Meeting Space: 12,800 SF 1,500 people
Airport Shuttle Restaurant
2525 N. 20th Ave. | Pasco, WA 99301
Phone: (509) 547-0701 | Fax: (509) 547-4278
www.redlion.com
The Red Lion Hotel Pasco is
the Tri-Cities’largest and most
diverse convention hotel with
over 17,240 sq. ft. of meeting
space. Our experienced staff
will help you customize your
event and make it special for
you and your attendees. Our
location is a unique mixture of country and city atmosphere.
The Red Lion Hotel Pasco is removed from the major commercial
areas, nestled among the area’s premier vineyards, and located
adjacent to Sun Willows Golf Course. Choose from great dining
options during your stay: Bin No. 20 Steak and Seafood Restau-
rant, Season’s Restaurant, or room service. For evening entertain-
ment, the Grizzly Bar is a Tri-Cities hot spot with dancing on the
weekends. For groups with interests at other facilities in the area,
we are located across the street from the Columbia Basin College
and also close to TRAC Center, the Pasco Sports Complex, golf,
and wineries. We offer complimentary Airport shuttle service to
and from the Tri-Cities Airport.
Red Lion Hotel Pasco
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RichlandHotels
HOTEL SPECS
Total Sleeping Rooms: 120 Total Breakout Rooms: 2
Total Meeting Space: 1,792 SF 160 people
Largest Meeting Space: 1,472 SF 145 people
Restaurant
480 Columbia Point Dr. | Richland, WA 99352
Phone: (509) 942-9400 | Fax: (509) 942-9401
www.richlandmarriott.com
Sip on a freshly brewed cup of
coffee while you take in stunning
views of the Columbia River from
the comfort of your guest room.
The Courtyard Richland is walking
distance to 23 miles of paved river
front trails, an array of waterfront
activities, local restaurants, a boat launch, and even golf. The
river loop trail is connected to WSU Campus, Leslie Groves Park
in Richland, Sacajawea State Park in Pasco, and Columbia Park
in Kennewick. Enjoy a delicious breakfast in our very own Wa-
terfront Bistro featuring freshly brewed Starbucks coffee. In the
evening, let our Chef exquisitely deliver locally inspired cuisine
paired with award winning Washington wines.
Guestrooms feature HD flat screen TV, microwave, and refriger-
ators. Complimentary Wi-Fi is available throughout the hotel to
keep you in touch and ahead of the game. Relax in our indoor
heated pool and spa or stay fit in our 24 hour fitness center. We
are located just minutes away from the Three Rivers Convention
Center, Toyota Center Arena, TRAC Center, and Columbia Cen-
ter. Enjoy the comfort and convenience that Courtyard Richland
can offer and book your room or next event today!
Court ard b Marriott
HOTEL SPECS
Total Sleeping Rooms: 130 Total Breakout Rooms: 4
Total Meeting Space: 2,800 SF 160 people
Largest Meeting Space: 1,750 SF 160 people
Airport Shuttle
486 Bradley Blvd. | Richland, WA 99352
Phone: (509) 943-4400 | Fax: (509) 943-1797
www.hamptoninnrichland.com
With over 2,500 sq. ft. of
divisible meeting space, the
Hampton Inn Richland will
make any event a success.
Enjoy river views from
the Executive Boardroom,
Columbia Point Ballroom and
the Riverview Meeting Room.
Our sales office will help coordinate all food and beverages, and
allows outside catering.
Nestled along the Columbia River, the Hampton Inn Richland
offers a tranquil retreat for business and leisure guests to enjoy
the Tri-Cities. The cities of Kennewick and Pasco are just minutes
away with the Tri-Cities Airport a 15-minute drive from our hotel
in Richland, Washington.
Ham ton Inn Richland
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RichlandHotels
HOTEL SPECS
Total Sleeping Rooms: 195 Total Breakout Rooms: 5
Total Meeting Space: 11,000 SF 500 people
Largest Meeting Space: 11,000 SF 500 people
1515 George Washington Way | Richland, WA
Phone: (509) 946-4121 | Fax: (509) 943-2766
The M Hotel Conference
Center features 195 spacious
guest rooms, which also
includes 5 suites. Enjoy a
complimentary hot breakfast
buffet, and a complimentary
24-hour coffee service.
The M Hotel is the largest
convention hotel in Richland that includes 11,000 sq. ft. of
meeting space. Our hotel offers a complimentary business center
and fitness center. Our indoor courtyard features the Tri-Cities’
largest indoor pool, whirlpool, children’s wading pool including
a waterslide and sauna. The property is located within walking
distance of the Columbia River walking path, numerous parks
and the Uptown Shopping Center.
For more information, please contact our sales team at
(509) 946-4121.
M Hotel Conference
Center
HOTEL SPECS
Total Sleeping Rooms: 115 Total Breakout Rooms: 1
Total Meeting Space: 345 SF 25 people
Largest Meeting Space: 345 SF 25 people
1060 George Washington Way | Richland, WA
Phone: (509) 371-1550
www.homewoodsuitesrichland.com
Introducing the new
Homewood Suites by Hilton
in Richland,WA. Featuring
a 24-seat multi-media
theater perfect for lectures,
presentations and screenings.
All guestrooms are equipped
with a kitchenette and spacious living room. A hot buffet breakfast
is included daily and a complimentary light dinner with drinks is
served Monday throughThursday.
This four story, 100% non-smoking, all suites hotel is located in the
heart of Richland along the Columbia River. Featuring aTuscan-
inspired lodge along with beautiful river views, thisTri-Cities hotel
provides impeccable service and cleanliness. Kadlec Medical
Center, various industry and government agencies are just minutes
away from Richland’s newest hotel!
Homewood Suites
Richland
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HOTEL SPECS
Total Sleeping Rooms: 149 Total Breakout Rooms: 7
Total Meeting Space: 9,160 SF 560 people
Largest Meeting Space: 4,550 SF 350 people
Airport Shuttle Restaurant
802 George Washington Way | Richland, WA
Phone: (509) 946-7611 | Fax: (509) 943-8564
www.redlion.com
The Red Lion Hotel Richland
Hanford House is a riverside
retreat, which features 149
spacious guest rooms, many
overlooking the beautifully
landscaped courtyard or
Columbia River. The hotel’s
prime location, combined with
excellent meeting facilities,
makes the Red Lion Hotel Richland Hanford House an ideal site
for conferences and seminars. The hotel’s professional facilities
include a full service business center, eleven flexible meeting
rooms, which can accommodate up to 650 delegates, in addi-
tion to first rate catering and planning. We feature fine dining in
the Ripples Riverside Bar Grill for breakfast, lunch, and dinner,
or you can relax and unwind in the Ripples Lounge while watch-
ing numerous sports events on our full-screen Plasma TVs.
For recreation, try our outdoor pool, Jacuzzi, and newly reno-
vated exercise facility. We are close to golf courses, shopping,
wineries, museums, and water sports. We offer complimentary
shuttle service to and from the Tri-Cities Airport.
Red Lion Hotel Richland
Hanford House
GETTING HERE…
The Tri-Cities is centrally located
among all of the metropolitan
areas of the Pacific Northwest
including Seattle, Tacoma,
Vancouver, and Spokane in
Washington; Portland, Oregon
and Boise, Idaho. The convenience
for meeting delegates, business travelers, and guest speakers is
unparalleled in the Inland Northwest.
The Tri-Cities Airport (PSC) offers dozens of flights daily. Once
here, guests can choose from a number of rental car companies
and taxi services, and many of the hotels offer complimentary
airport shuttles. Ben Franklin Transit operates a sophisticated
public transportation system, including a special route which
links hotels, restaurants, retail shops, the Columbia Center Mall,
and the Three Rivers Convention Center.
Drive Times to Tri-Cities
From: Miles: Time:
Seattle,WA 227 3 ½ hrs.
Spokane,WA 140 2 ¼ hrs.
Vancouver,WA 218 3 ½ hrs.
Wenatchee,WA 141 2 ½ hrs.
Yakima,WA 83 1 ¼ hrs.
Portland, OR 213 3 ½ hrs.
Boise, ID 288 4 ½ hrs.
Coeur D’Alene, ID 167 2 ½ hrs.
Direct Flights to Tri-Cities
From: Via:
Denver, CO United Airlines
LasVegas, NV Allegiant Air
Minneapolis, MN Delta Airlines
Phoenix/Mesa, AZ Allegiant Air
Portland, OR Alaska/Horizon Air
Salt Lake City, UT Delta Airlines
San Francisco, CA United Airlines
Seattle,WA Alaska/Horizon Air
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KENNEDY
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LESLIE
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STEVENS
GEORGEWASHINGTONWAY
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CORAL CREEK RD NW
BABS
HORNE
SUNSET
SatelliteVisitor Center
Richland City Hall
The Parkway
Uptown Mall
The Country Gentleman
Resaurant Catering
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Meadow
Springs CC
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Columbia
Point GC
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= Transit Centers= Visitor Centers
TRI-CITIES, WAMAP
TRI-CITIES VENUES
WINERIES
1 AnelareWinery
19205 N. McBee Rd. NW, Benton City..... 521-8926
2 Barnard GriffinWinery
878Tulip Ln., Richland............................ 627-0266
3 Chandler Reach
9506W. Chandler Rd., Benton City.......... 588-8800
4 Goose Ridge EstateWinery
16304 N. Dallas Rd., Richland................. 628-3880
5 Hamilton Cellars
55410 N. Sunset Rd., Benton City............ 628-8227
6 J. Bookwalter
894Tulip Ln., Richland............................ 627-5000
7 MarketVineyards
1950 Keene Rd., Bldg. S, Richland........... 396-4798
8 TagarisWinery
844Tulip Ln., Richland............................ 628-0020
9 Terra BlancaWinery EstateVineyard
34715 N. DeMoss Rd, Benton City........... 588-6082
PUBLIC VENUES
Three Rivers Convention Center
7016W. Grandridge Blvd., Kennewick ........... 735-3700
Toyota Center
7000W. Grandridge Blvd, Kennewick ............ 737-3700
TRAC Center
6600 Burden Blvd., Pasco............................... 542-5927
UNIQUE VENUES
Benton County Fairgrounds
1500 S. Oak St., Bldg. #20, Kennewick........... 586-9211
Events at Sunset
915 Bypass Hwy., Richland............................. 943-1110
Gesa Carousel of Dreams
2901 F Southridge Blvd., Kennewick.............. 585-8800
Southridge Sports Events Complex
2901 Southridge Blvd., Kennewick................. 585-4293
Stone Ridge Event Center
5960 Burden Blvd., Pasco............................... 545-8410
The Country Gentleman Restaurant and
Catering
9221W. Clearwater Ave., Kennewick............. 783-0128
The REACH
1943 Columbia ParkTrail, Richland................ 943-4100
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COLUMBIA PARKTRAIL
Full Service
Visitor Center
SatelliteVisitor Center
TRAC Center
Southridge Sports
Events Complex
Gesa Carousel
of Dreams
Three Rivers
Convention Center
Toyota Center
and Arena
Stone Ridge
Event Center
Benton County
Fairgrounds
Sundowns
Horse RaceTrack
Downtown
Kennewick
Downtown
Pasco
Columbia
Center
The REACH
Canyon Lakes GC
Columbia Park
Golf Links
SunWillows
GC
Tri-City
Country Club
Pasco Golfland
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Kennewick
Pasco
TRI-CITIES
HOTELS
KENNEWICK
1 Baymont Inn Suites
4220W. 27th Pl. ........................................736-3326
2 BestWestern Plus Kennewick Inn
4001W. 27th Ave.......................................586-1332
3 Clover Island Inn
435 Clover Island Dr. .................................586-0541
4 Comfort Inn
7801W. Quinault Ave. ...............................783-8396
5 Days Inn Kennewick
2811W. 2nd Ave. ......................................735-9511
6 Econo Lodge
300 N. Ely St. ............................................ 783-6191
7 Fairfield Inn by Marriott
7809W. Quinault Ave. ...............................783-2164
8 GuestHouse Inn Suites
5616W. Clearwater Ave. ...........................735-2242
9 Hampton Inn at Southridge
3715 PlazaWay .........................................820-3023
10 Hilton Garden Inn
701 N.Young St. ........................................735-4600
11 Kennewick Suites
321 N. Johnson St. ....................................735-6385
12 La Quinta Inn Suites
2600 S. Quillan Pl. .....................................736-3656
13 Quality Inn Kennewick
7901W. Quinault Ave. ...............................735-6100
14 Red Lion Hotel Columbia Center
1101 N. Columbia Center Blvd. ..................783-0611
15 Red Lion Inn Suites Kennewick
602 N.Young St. ........................................396-9979
16 SpringHill Suites by Marriott
7048W. Grandridge Blvd. ..........................572-2176
17 Super 8
626 N. Columbia Center Blvd. ....................736-6888
PASCO
1 BestWesternPlusPascoInnSuites
2811 N. 20th Ave. ......................................543-7722
2 HolidayInnExpressHotelSuitesPasco
4525 Convention Pl. ..................................543-7000
3 King CityTruck Stop Knights Inn
2100 E. Hillsboro Rd. .................................547-3475
4 Loyalty Inn
1800W. Lewis St. ......................................547-0791
5 Motel 6 Pasco
1520 N. Oregon St. ....................................546-2010
6 My Place Hotel
6830 Rodeo Dr..........................................545-2186
7 Red Lion Hotel Pasco
2525 N. 20th Ave. ......................................547-0701
8 Sleep InnTri-Cities
9930 Bedford St. .......................................545-9554
RICHLAND
1 Courtyard by Marriott
480 Columbia Point Dr. .............................942-9400
2 Hampton Inn Richland
486 Bradley Blvd. ......................................943-4400
3 Holiday Inn Express Hotel Suites
Richland
1970 Center Pkwy. ....................................737-8000
4 Homewood Suites Richland
1060 GeorgeWashingtonWay...................371-1550
5 Knights Inn
615 Jadwin Ave. ........................................943-4611
6 M Hotel Conference Center
1515 GeorgeWashingtonWay...................946-4121
7 Motel 6 Richland
1751 Fowler St. .........................................783-1250
8 Red Lion Hotel Richland Hanford House
802 GeorgeWashingtonWay.....................946-7611
9 Richland Inn Suites
1201 GeorgeWashingtonWay...................943-3101
10 Shilo Inn Suites Hotel
50 Comstock St. .........................................946-4661
11 TownePlace Suites by Marriott
591 Columbia Point Dr. .............................943-9800
12 Wright’s Desert Gold Motel RV Park
611 Columbia ParkTr. ................................627-1000
GOLF COURSES
Canyon Lakes Golf Course
3700W. Canyon Lakes Dr., Kennewick............ 582-3736
Columbia Park Golf Links
2701 Columbia ParkTr., Kennewick................ 586-3111
Columbia Point Golf Course
225 Columbia Point Dr., Richland................... 946-0710
Horn Rapids Golf Course
2800 Clubhouse Ln., Richland........................ 375-4714
Meadow Springs Country Club
700 Country Club Rd., Richland...................... 627-2234
Pasco Golfland
2901 N. Road 40, Pasco.................................. 544-9291
SunWillows Golf Course
2535 N. 20th Ave., Pasco................................ 545-3440
Tri-City Country Club
314 N. Underwood St., Kennewick................. 783-6131
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VENUE SPECS
Total Meeting Space: 3,272 SF 160 people
Largest Meeting Space: 2,000 SF 120 people
Total Breakout Rooms: 2
The REACH tells the story of giant lava flows, cataclysmic ice age
floods, the huge dams and irrigation canals; as well as the Columbia
River and The top-secret Manhattan Project that transformed the
Mid-Columbia region during World War II. Education is the corner-
stone of what the REACH represents, with field trips, STEM labs and
mobile classrooms that enhances the school’s curriculum.
Tours and custom tours from April to October link visitors and locals
alike to the Mid-Columbia Basin’s unique natural ecology. The REACH
with its sweeping river views is the perfect location for indoor and
outdoor events.
1943 Columbia Park Tr. | Richland, WA 99352
Phone: (509) 943-4100 | Fax: (509) 221-1520
www.visitthereach.org
The REACH
UNIQUE
MEETING VENUES
Venue Address Phone Website
Total Space Largest Room
TotalRooms
On-site
Catering
Sq.Ft.
Capacity
Sq.Ft.
Capacity
VENUES
Benton County Fairgrounds 1500 S. Oak St., Bldg. #20, Kennewick 586-9211 www.bcfairgrounds.com 41,900 2,750 15,000 1,000 5
Events at Sunset 915 Bypass Hwy., Richland 943-1110 www.eventsatsunset.com 6,000 250 2,010 150 2 No
Gesa Carousel of Dreams 2901 F Southridge Blvd., Kennewick 585-8800 www.gesacarouselofdreams.com 1,800 110 1,800 110 1
Southridge Sports Events Complex 2901 Southridge Blvd., Kennewick 585-4293 www.playsouthridge.com 22,050 1,250 21,000 1,200 3
Stone Ridge Event Center 5960 Burden Blvd., Pasco 545-8410 www.stoneridgeeventcenter.com 2,700 300 1,000 100 1 No
The Country Gentleman Restaurant and Catering 9221W. Clearwater Ave., Kennewick 783-0128 www.cgcatering.com 3,390 220 2,750 180 1
The REACH 1943 Columbia ParkTrail, Richland 943-4100 www.visitthereach.org 3,272 160 2,000 120 2 No
WINERIES
AnelareWinery 19205 N. McBee Rd. NW, Benton City 521-8926 www.anelare.com 2,500 125 1,800 75 2
Barnard GriffinWinery 878Tulip Ln., Richland 627-0266 www.barnardgriffin.com 4,800 405 1,250 75 6
Chandler Reach 9506W. Chandler Rd., Benton City 588-8800 www.chandlerreach.com 800 65 800 65 1 No
Goose Ridge EstateWinery 16304 N. Dallas Rd., Richland 628-3880 www.gooseridge.com 1,500 100 1,500 75 1
Hamilton Cellars 55410 N. Sunset Rd., Benton City 628-8227 www.hamiltoncellars.com 5,000 200 1,170 200 5 No
J. Bookwalter 894Tulip Ln., Richland 627-5000 www.bookwalterwines.com 3,000 220 2,000 140 2
MarketVineyards 1950 Keene Rd., Bldg. S, Richland 396-4798 www.marketvineyards.com 1,200 65 1,200 65 1
TagarisWinery 844Tulip Ln., Richland 628-0020 www.tagariswines.com 9,000 450 4,000 175 6
Terra BlancaWinery EstateVineyard 34715 N. DeMoss Rd., Benton City 588-6082 www.terrablanca.com 25,000 280 3,000 180 3
For a list of restaurants with private meeting space, please contact the sales department at Sales@VisitTRI-CITIES.com or (800) 254-5824.
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VENUE SPECS
Total Meeting Space: 22,050 SF 1,250 people
Largest Meeting Space: 21,000 SF 1,200 people
Total Breakout Rooms: 3
2901 Southridge Blvd. | Kennewick, WA
Phone: (509) 585-4293
www.playsouthridge.com
The 2013 Athletic Business
Architectural Showcase“Top
65 State of the Art Facilities”
houses a 30,000 sq. ft. indoor
pavilion with 21,000 sq. ft. of
meeting space and a smaller
conference room located on
the second floor.
Whether your event is 1,000 or 50 people we have a venue for
you! With easy access in and out of the site and a 100-year-old
carousel we offer unique meeting space not seen in the Pacific
Northwest.
For more information and to make your event/meeting truly
unique call us at (509) 585-4293. Don’t miss out on a chance to
WOW your attendees!
Southridge
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VENUE SPECS
Total Meeting Space: 4,800 SF 450 people
Largest Meeting Space: 1,250 SF 75 people
Total Breakout Rooms: 6 On-site Catering
878 Tulip Ln. | Richland, WA 99352
Phone: (509) 627-0266
www.BarnardGriffin.com
The winery campus features
intimate spaces for focused
meetings and fun events. Six
different unique and energized
rooms/areas: Tasting Room,
Wine Bar and Eatery, Big Patio,
Private Event Space, Gazebo,
and Artisan Glass Studio.
The Wine Bar and Eatery offers Mediterranean cuisine and is
awash with colorful fused-glass mobiles created by resident
glass artisan and winery co-owner, Deborah Barnard, who
operates her teaching studio within the winery. It’s a fun and
lively space.
Tasting Room boasts a stunning interior with a long, backlit
glass Tasting Bar. The Private Event Space is a flexible and
dynamic area with WiFi service. Kitchen and full catering options
are available.
Convenient locale: only 5 miles from the convention center –
and yet a world away.
This ultimate Washington winery meeting experience includes
tastings from over 15 different award-winning varietals and an
insider’s tour of Washington’s 7th largest winery. Book it now!
Barnard Griffin Winer
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25 THINGS TO DO IN THE TRI-CITIES
1 Tour Washington Wine Country by limousine.
2 Float on the Columbia River with a rented jet ski,
power boat, or kayak.
3 Golf at one of nine area golf courses, including
Canyon Lakes, Horn Rapids, Columbia Point and
Sun Willows.
4 Dine at a restaurant along the banks of the
Columbia River and watch a spectacular sunset.
5 Savor award-winning wines at one of 200
wineries within a one-hour drive.
6 Listen to live music in Richland’s John Dam Plaza
on a warm summer night.
7 View internationally renowned artist Maya Lin’s
Seven Story Circles in Sacajawea State Park, part
of our Northwest Confluence Project.
8 Catch an outdoor movie in the park.
9 Taste fresh produce from roadside stands and
local farmers’markets.
10 Learn about“Kennewick Man,”a 9,200-year-old
skeleton at the East Benton County Historical
Society Museum.
11 Walk, bike, or run the 23-mile paved Sacagawea
Heritage Trail located along the Columbia River.
12 Visit the REACH to learn about the Manhattan
Project, Alphabet Homes and Lewis Clark.
13 Explore Washington’s first barrel caves used
for aging wines at Terra Blanca Winery Estate
Vineyard on Red Mountain.
14 Cheer for one of the Tri-Cities’professional sports
teams during a hockey, baseball, or arena football
game.
15 Enjoy spectacular views while hiking the Badger
Mountain Centennial Preserve or Tapteal Greenway.
16 Sample brews and spirits at local microbreweries
and distilleries.
17 Tour the Hanford Reach National Monument in a
jet boat or kayak.
18 Follow the footsteps of the Corps of Discovery and
explore the Lewis and Clark Trail or visit Sacajawea
State Park.
19 Go on a guided wildlife tour of the McNary National
Wildlife Refuge.
20 Search for fresh produce on a agriculture farm
tour or at a u-pick.
21 Experience some of the country’s best hydroplane
action on the Columbia River during Water Follies
taking place the last full weekend in July.
22 Seek authentic Mexican shops and panaderias
(Mexican bakeries) in Pasco’s Historic Downtown.
23 Search for many different geocaches hidden in the
Tri-Cities using your smart phone or GPS device.
24 Ride through vineyard trails on horseback and take
in the spectacular view from Red Mountain.
25 Create your own works of glass art while sipping
fine artisan wine from Barnard Griffin in the only
glass arts studio in the world located in a winery.
TRI-CITIES
ATTRACTIONS
The following pages showcase all the
Tri-Cities has to offer your group
so you can add an exclamation point
to your meeting or convention!
21. OUTDOOR
WATER
ADVENTURES
Simply put, water defines the Tri-Cities. Its beauty and strength are interwoven throughout the community. It gives us a
competitive advantage that sets us apart from other eastern Washington destinations and it is the lifeblood of our agricultural
economy. While aesthetically pleasing, it also allows for recreation, nurtures natural wildlife, and provides a backdrop for a
quality of life that is second to none.
Located at the confluence of the Columbia, Snake, and Yakima Rivers, the area abounds with water activities to be enjoyed by
every visitor.
Jet Boat Tours – Tour the Hanford Reach National Monument
and view American white pelicans, deer, and coyotes in their
natural habitat. Group rates and charter trips are available.
Kayak Tours – Enjoy sea kayaking on the Columbia River, full
and half-day exploratory trips of the Hanford Reach, Yakima
Delta, and inland waterways. Group rates, lessons, and custom
tours are available for all skill levels.
Water Sports – The Columbia and Snake Rivers are an inviting
desert oasis for fishing, waterskiing, boating, and personal
watercraft. Charter fishing trips, and watercraft and jet ski
rentals are available.
Waterfront Parks – Parks line the Columbia River offering
dedicated areas for group outdoor barbecues and picnics and
provide a true Tri-Cities experience.
Miles of Riverside Trails – Over 67 miles of trails throughout
the community and the 23-mile Sacagawea Heritage Trail
provides an optimal riverside path for biking, rollerblading,
walking, or jogging. Great options for a conference“Fun Run!”
Wildlife Watching – Visit the Mid-Columbia Wildlife Refuge
and take in an environmental education lecture. Visit Bateman
Island, which is classified as an Urban Watchable Wildlife Area.
The Tapteal Greenway/Chamna Natural Preserve is a 30-mile
corridor along the Yakima River with interpretive kiosks,
signage, and trail maps. OutdoorWaterAdventures
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Golf
LONGER,
GREENER,
BETTER.
The Tri-Cities offers hundreds of days of sunshine each year. This
means great golf year-round! And when great weather and water
sports are combined with some of the northwest’s best golf courses
and some of the world’s finest wineries, you get an area which offers
resort-style amenities without resort-style prices. Ten beautiful courses
challenge the enthusiast and offer a variety of play for all skill levels.
Many courses encourage group tournaments and will work with you to coordinate
customized tournaments. Several courses also offer meeting and event space for off-site activities and catered events.
Canyon Lakes Golf Course is a
championship style course ranked as
one of the top ten public golf courses in
the Pacific Northwest. The 3,000 square
foot Champions Room in the Clubhouse
accommodates 200+ people.
Columbia Park Golf Links is located
next to the scenic Columbia River. The
executive length allows for a quick
round and will challenge all players.
Columbia Point Golf Course is a links-
style course featuring mounded fairways
and undulating greens, located along
the Columbia River. The Clubhouse’s
outdoor patio overlooks the course
providing event space for groups up to
60 people.
Horn Rapids Golf Course is a desert
target course located amidst eastern
Washington’s sand and sagebrush,
which combines native terrains with
lush greens, fairways, and plenty of
challenges. This facility offers a meeting
room to accommodate up to 125 people.
Meadow Springs Country Club is a
full-service private country club with an
18-hole championship golf course. The
Clubhouse offers fine and casual dining
and banquets up to 250 people.
Pasco Golfland is a 28-acre site
including a driving range (lit for evening
play), chipping green, putting green,
and 18-hole, par three golf course.
Sun Willows Golf Course is a
public 18-hole, par-72 course. It is a
challenging Northwest-style course
with mature trees that frame the
rolling fairways creating an enjoyable
experience for any skill level.
Tri-City Country Club features an
18-hole golf course open to the public.
The Clubhouse offers two meeting rooms
to accommodate meetings of 35 people
in each as well as a dining room to host
groups of 130 people. The entire facility
accommodates groups up to 300 people.
Other golf courses include
Buckskin Golf Club in Richland and
West Richland Golf Course in
West Richland.
23. HEART OF
WASHINGTON
WINE COUNTRY®
After savoring just one of our local
premium wines, visitors understand
why the area has been rightfully
called the Heart ofWashingtonWine
Country®.TheTri-Cities, which lies on
the same latitude as France’s great
Burgundy and Bordeaux regions, is
home to the Red Mountain AVA. In
fact,Wine Enthusiast reports,“Red
Mountain wines seem to express
all that is best aboutWashington
viticulture.” With more than 200
wineries dotting the landscape within
a one-hour drive, theTri-Cities is the
perfect hub for touring and tasting.
Many wineries offer meeting space for
group events. Beautifully landscaped
grounds provide the perfect setting
for casual events and a number
of wineries have incorporated
meeting space and dining rooms to
accommodate groups.
Delegates have the opportunity to experience wine country by enjoying any of the
following wine oriented activities:
Wine Tours – Our convention services
staff will help you determine an itinerary
based on the amount of time and the
number of people you are trying to
accommodate. We will also provide
you with contact names of companies
who will organize your entire event, or
transportation companies to take you on
your desired route.
Banquets/Receptions – Wineries create
the perfect ambiance for special events.
Visit TRI-CITIES staff will connect you
with the appropriate contacts, event
planners, and caterers.
Corporate Retreats and Board
Meetings – Corporate meetings and
retreats can be especially productive
when placed in a non-traditional
meeting environment that allows the
group to escape the everyday work
environment and concentrate on the
task at hand.
Wine Pairing Presentations/Guest
Speakers – Invite local winemakers,
authors, and chefs to address your
delegation. Our area is rich with culinary
and enology professionals that are
passionate about their crafts. Many are
willing to share their enthusiasm with
both large and small groups.
Entertainment – Wine bars are wildly
popular and given the easy access to
quality wines which are then paired
with creative menus and a variety of
musical talent. There are a number of
entertainment options available for
small groups or individual delegates to
explore on their own.
Vineyard Tours – Walk through the
vineyards to see how the wine process
begins and learn about viticulture,
sustainable farming practices, and
geology. Group tours are available.
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24. LOCAL HISTORY
CULTURE
Follow in the footsteps of Lewis Clark and their guide, Sacagawea, or step back in time to experience the region’s rich history
of Hanford, railroads, Kennewick Man, and the agricultural industry. The Tri-Cities is also a community with world-class scientists
and engineers who share their knowledge with visitors. To take in the area’s history and culture, various group tours are available
that share the community’s cultural aspects.
Confluence Project at Sacajawea State Park – The project
features the Seven Story Circles by famed artist Maya Lin. The
basalt circles are themed with messages carved into the basalt
to share the stories of the Season Cycle, Salmon Cycle, Welcome
Circle, Tribal Circle, Trade Goods Circle, Story of the River Circle,
and the Myth of the Coyote Circle. The Story Circles at Sacajawea
State Park are one of seven locations of the Confluence Project.
Historic Downtowns – The Tri-Cities area boasts a population
of over 250,000 residents, however, each city maintains its
small town charm that can be witnessed in the downtown
districts of Kennewick, Pasco, and Richland.
Downtown Kennewick has numerous buildings that have
been restored and renovated into restaurants, galleries, and
shops. Kennewick’s Art Walk is held the first Thursday of each
month and features regional art and artists, entertainment, and
special dining options.
Home to a vibrant cultural destination, Downtown Pasco is
where you’ll find ethnic restaurants, panaderias (Mexican
bakeries), and Hispanic shops and markets. It is also host to
the Pasco Farmers’Market, the largest open-air, fresh produce
farmers’market in Washington State.
The Richland Parkway offers visitors the opportunity to explore
antique stores, art galleries, and specialty shops, and select
from a wide assortment of restaurants. The Uptown Shopping
Center has neon signs reminiscent of the‘60s era where shops,
restaurants, and services await visitors.
Laser Interferometer Gravitational-Wave Observatory
(LIGO) – Using the world’s largest laser interferometers, LIGO
opens a window to the universe. Cutting-edge science and
engineering fuel the Observatory’s quest to measure the faint
ripples of gravitational waves. Free public tours are offered
and customized private tours are available.
The REACH – The REACH is a storytelling center; part muse-
um, part interpretive center, part community gathering place,
which serves as a guide to inspire learning and celebrate the
natural, scientific, and cultural history of the Columbia River
and Tri-Cities’region. Group tours and event space to accom-
modate up to 160 people are available.
Alphabet Home Tour – During World War II, Richland was
transformed from a quiet farming community of 250 residents
to a bustling city of 20,000 residents between 1943 and 1949.
Of the 5,000 homes built or transferred, over 3,700 homes were
referred to as the Alphabet Homes because each type of home
was designated a letter of the alphabet. The Gold Coast Historic
District in central Richland encompasses the original Alphabet
Homes. Plaques throughout the neighborhood explain the
history of the street names.
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25. ARTS
CUISINE
Art and culinary adventures await groups and provide a true
Tri-Cities experience. From exceptional performances con-
ducted by regional arts organizations to dining opportunities
featuring local cuisine and wines, convention attendees are
welcomed to sip, sample, and celebrate in the Tri-Cities.
Harvest to Table – Visit a local Farmers’Market in the morning
and then participate in a cooking class or demonstration
using your fresh purchases from earlier in the day. Wine
pairing presentations are also of great interest for convention
attendees and work well for groups of all sizes. During
convention dinners, local chefs are happy to explain the
menu selection, the use of local produce in the meal, and
preparation techniques.
Food Wine Events – Sip, sample, and celebrate the region’s
wine industry and local cuisine. Food and wine festivals are held
throughout the year. Delegates are offered a local experience
with events that include Red Wine Chocolate, Spring Barrel
Tasting, Catch the Crush, and the Tri-Cities Wine Festival.
Dining – Sample authentic Mexican, Thai, Chinese, Italian,
Mediterranean, Indian, Greek, French, Vietnamese, and
American style cuisine. Many restaurants offer beautiful river
views and group dining areas.
Performing Arts – The arts come alive in the Tri-Cities with
musicals, exhibits, and works of national distinction. Groups
are welcomed to take part in downtown art walks and
symphony, ballet, and theatre performances.
Community Festivals – Experience the Tri-Cities and celebrate
the community’s arts, culture, and heritage at various festivals
showcasing the region’s way of life. For a community Calendar
of Events visit www.VisitTRI-CITIES.com/Visitors/events.
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26. BETTER, BRIGHTER
WEATHER!
Boasting some of the best weather in the Northwest, the Tri-Cities offers visitors year-round activities. As a desert region, the
Tri-Cities area enjoys a mild climate with 300 days of sunshine each year. Average annual precipitation is less than seven
inches. In the winter, temperatures are moderate and snowfall is uncommon. Such agreeable weather translates to increased
opportunities to enjoy outdoor pursuits and the plethora of choices that reflect lifestyle in the Tri-Cities.
Farmers’Markets – Kennewick, Pasco, Richland, and West
Richland offer Farmers’Markets where shoppers can secure the
freshest local produce, flowers, herbs, and specialty products.
Farm fresh shopping is available Wednesday through Saturday
from early spring through fall each year.
Outdoor Events – Whether it’s walking, jogging, biking, or
rollerblading along the 67 miles of paved trails and pathways
or catching an outdoor sporting event, our community is
designed to encourage the celebration of the great outdoors.
If you are interested in more“unusual”recreation, there is
an outdoor Frisbee golf course and a team building“ropes”
course to consider.
Relaxing Patio Dining – There are a number of restaurants
located along the river with patio dining or river view dining.
Nothing is more relaxing than dining along the river and
viewing one of our spectacular Tri-Cities sunsets. Group din-
ing areas are available.
Golf – The mild, sunny, climate allows for year-round golf in
the Tri-Cities. In fact, many golfers from western and eastern
Washington as well as around the northwest, choose the
Tri-Cities for their golf escapes when their hometown weather
is too inclement for golf.
Playgrounds – The Playground of Dreams in Kennewick fea-
tures local landmarks and attractions like the Columbia River
and a hydroplane, as well as a pirate ship and castle maze. The
Family Fishing Pond is also located in the park. At Sturgeon Cove
Playground in Richland, kids love the 16-foot sturgeon shaped
play structure, as well as entertaining elements such as a sand
and water play area and miniaturized rock climbing walls.
Badger Mountain
Centennial Preserve –
574 acres on Badger
Mountain have been set
aside to safeguard one of the
last remaining shrub-steppe
habitats bordering the
southwestern edge of the
Tri-Cities. Hikers gain about
800 feet in elevation from
base to summit; a hike to the
top affords spectacular views
of the Tri-Cities, Yakima, and
Columbia River valleys.
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TEMPERATURES
High Low
January 40 28
February 48 31
March 58 36
April 66 42
May 74 49
June 82 56
July 89 61
August 89 61
September 80 52
October 66 42
November 50 36
December 41 29
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