Concerts, camping and swimming. Your guide to summer in the Tri-Cities

From pool openings to concert lineups to one of the nation’s best campgrounds, there’s a lot happening for Tri-Cities families this summer.

Here’s a quick roundup of the latest local news and events parents should have on their radar.

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• The $41 million Pasco Aquatic Center has pushed its opening back to allow more staff training, with an open house planned before swimming begins.

• Gorge Base Camp in White Salmon was named one of the best small campgrounds in the nation by Campspot, making it the only West Coast site on the 2026 list.

• AMC Theatres in Kennewick is offering $3 family-friendly movie tickets on Mondays and Wednesdays through its Summer Movie Camp promotion.

• Fairchild Cinemas in Pasco is hosting free summer movie showings every Wednesday and Thursday, sponsored by Gesa Credit Union.

• Most public pools and splash pads across the Tri-Cities opened over Memorial Day weekend, giving families plenty of places to cool off.

• The Clover Island Concert Series returns to Kennewick’s waterfront with free Wednesday shows, ticketed Sunday concerts and new food truck options.

• Rap pioneer and “Law & Order: SVU” star Ice-T will headline The Art of Rap concert at the Benton Franklin Fair & Rodeo in Kennewick.

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