BASIN EVENTS: Oct. 2-10, 2026

COLUMBIA BASIN — It’s October, and the spooky season is just around the corner. Meanwhile, check out some of the goings-on in the Basin this week.

Oct. 2

Fall Hiring Event and Resource Fair

This event connects job seekers with employers, offering a great opportunity to network and explore career opportunities. Open to students, alumni and the community. A community partnership event brought to you by the WorkSource Services Team: Big Bend Community College, WorkSource, OIC of Washington, Job Corps, SkillSource, Department of Social and Health Services, and Department of Services for the Blind. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at WorkSource Central Basin, 309 E. Fifth Ave, Moses Lake. Info: 509-766-2559.

Oct. 2-3

’90s Flannel Fest

Celebrate the sounds of the ’90s alt/grunge wave with tribute bands celebrating a wide selection of talent will hit the stage, including tributes to the Beastie Boys, Red Hot Chili Peppers, Alice in Chains, Nirvana, Foo Fighters, Soundgarden, Alanis Morissette, U2, Pearl Jam and Limp Bizkit. Ages 21 and older. Gates open at 6 p.m. Friday and 12 p.m. Saturday at the Grant County Fairgrounds, 3953 Airway Drive NE, Moses Lake. Info and tickets: 90sflannelfest.com.

Oct. 3

Mennonite Country Auction

A family-friendly event. Many incredible quilts and other handicrafts will be offered for auction, as well as specialty meats, cheeses, pies, apple butter, fresh-pressed apple cider and homemade ice cream. Many craft and bargain booths as well, and music by the Bethel Mountain Band. Proceeds support Mennonite World Relief efforts. 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. at Menno Mennonite Church, 1378 N. Damon Road, Ritzville (south of Wheeler Road about halfway between Ritzville and Moses Lake). Info: mennonitecountryauction.org.

Free Family Saturday: Spooky Pudding Cups

Crafty, tasty fun for the whole family. All ingredients are provided and clean-up is covered. 12-2 p.m. at the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center, 401 S. Balsam St. Info: 509-764-3830.

Oct. 10

Fall Festival

Live music, food, vendors, kids’ activities, animals to feed, hayrides and more. Lots of room to run and play, or sit and relax while listening to the music and sipping some fresh apple cider. 12-5 p.m. at Cloudview Farms, 17305 Frey Rd, Ephrata. Info: cloudviewfarm.org.

Crossroads Resource Center Banquet

Fundraiser dinner to support Crossroads Resource Center in Moses Lake and Ephrata. Speaker is Scott Klusendorf. 6 p.m. at the Grant County Fairgrounds, 3953 Airway Drive NE, Moses Lake. Info: pregnancywa.org.

Murder & Moonlight at Moore Manor

Interactive murder mystery party where you become part of the story. You are invited by the esteemed Count Dragula, the “Queen” of Moore Manor, to celebrate at the Blood Moon Ball where night walkers and blood drinkers celebrate their immortal life. Throughout the evening, attendees will become the undead investigators to solve the mystery that unfolds. Vampire- and goth-inspired costumes are highly encouraged. Must be 21 or older. Presented by Columbia Basin Allied Arts and Moore Brewing Co. 6 p.m. at Moore Brewing Co., 302 W. Broadway Ave., Moses Lake. Info: moorebrewingco.com.

This weekend at the movies:

Fairchild Cinemas: Avengers Endgame: Encore (PG-13); Buddy (Sing-Along) (R); Daniel and the Fiery Furnace (PG-13); Digger (R); Forgotten Island (PG); Heart of the Beast (PG-13); Practical Magic 2 (PG-13); Primetime (R); Resident Evil (R); Verity (R). See www.fairchildcinemas.com for showtimes.

The Showhouse: Heart of the Beast (PG-13); Daniel and the Fiery Furnace (PG-13); Verity (R).  See othelloshowhouse.com for showtimes.

Ritz Theater: The Dog Star (R). 7 p.m. Friday, and Saturday, 3 p.m. Sunday. See www.facebook.com/RitzvilleRitz for updates.

    Crossroads Resource Center will hold its annual fundraiser banquet to support pregnant women Oct. 10.
  

    Bring the family to the Moses Lake Museum & Art Center for Free Family Saturday. This month’s craft will be spooky pudding cups.