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About Tri City Water Follies
Welcome to the Tri City Water Follies venue page. Located along the Columbia River at Columbia Park in Kennewick and the Wade Park riverfront in Pasco, this iconic riverfront venue hosts high-octane hydroplane action, dynamic air shows, and vibrant community events. With bleacher seating along the viewing areas and in-field access via Lampson Pits, fans get an immersive experience of the Apollo Columbia Cup and the STCU Over-the-River Air Show. We’ve got you with practical details, from parking and transit to nearby hotels and dining that pair perfectly with your event day.
Whether you’re planning a family day by the river or a weekend in the Tri-Cities, secure your seats and explore everything the Water Follies has to offer at this trusted, year-after-year community gathering.
Key locations include the Kennewick Water Follies viewing zones along the Columbia River, with premium parking options and handicap spaces accessible via the main Highway 240 entrance. Transit is convenient with Ben Franklin Transit, plus Dial-A-Ride and golf-cart shuttles to viewing areas. For a complete stay, rely on affiliate partners for hotels and restaurants listed in Visit Tri-Cities under the 'Where to Stay' section. The Water Follies also features hydroplane heats, the air show, vendor villages, and Miss Tri-Cities activities, making it a winter-to-summer staple in the region. This page provides practical, friendly guidance to help you plan a smooth, fun visit—because at Gold Coast Tickets, you’ve got a guy who can help you with tickets and planning, every step of the way.
Venue details: Riverfront viewing areas with bleachers, Lampson Pits for in-field access, premium and handicap parking, accessible entrances, and transportation options to get you close to the action. For the latest event dates and safety guidelines, check the official event pages and venue notices before you travel.
Good to know
Seating, Parking & Venue Information
- Location: along the Columbia River at Columbia Park (Kennewick) and the Pasco riverfront (Wade Park).
- Main events: Apollo Columbia Cup (Unlimited hydroplane racing) and the STCU Over-the-River Air Show.
- Kennewick address for the Water Follies: 621 N Gum St, Kennewick, WA 99336.
- Venue type: riverfront viewing areas with bleachers; Lampson Pits for hydroplanes are used for in-field access.
- Parking: premium parking options available; handicap parking via the main Highway 240 entrance; separate parking passes may be required.
- Transit: Ben Franklin Transit service; Dial-A-Ride options; golf-cart shuttles to viewing areas.
- Nearby hotels: accommodations are listed by Visit Tri-Cities under the 'Where to Stay' section.
- Notable hosted events: hydroplane heats, the air show, vendor villages, and related community events (e.g., Miss Tri-Cities activities).
- Status: an annual event; no public indication of demolition or renaming of Columbia Park or Wade Park.