Community Events

Connell hosts a variety of community events each year that attract hundreds of local residents and visitors. A partial listing of these activities follows, with links to additional information.

For a complete calendar of events, click here or contact City Hall at 234-2701.

North Franklin School District PTA Bazaar

Held annually the weekend before Thanksgiving at the Community Center, the Parent-Teacher Association Bazaar affords the perfect opportunity to shop for unique and special gifts for the holidays—or anytime of year.

Connell Fall Festival

Held each year on the second weekend in September, this popular festival has become a favorite with residents and visitors alike. Featured events include mural painting, the Fast and the Past Car Show, the Fireman's Breakfast, a Kiddies Parade, the Grande Parade, the Carnival, Arts & Crafts and Food Booths, a Go Cart Race, an Art Show, the Junior Livestock Show, Guitar Hero Competition, The Summer Rocks Show, an Art and Flower Show, Cooking Lessons, and Family Fun. The Columbia Basin Junior Livestock Show is also held each year in conjunction with the Fall Festival. For more information visit The Fall Festival page or contact Carol Lindner at clindner@eltopia.com. Want to be in the parade? The official entry form is on the public notices page.

The Fast and the Past Car Show is incredibly popular with automobile enthusiasts of all ages. It features street cruises, slow drag races, a poker run, music, food, and fun! 

The Columbia Basin Junior Livestock Show features the work of 4-H and FFA club members from a tri-county area who participate in this action-packed, three-day event. This show delivers excitement for participants and onlookers alike. Entertainment, great food, and fun round out the program. 

Spring Fling

The family friendly Spring Fling is sponsored by the Fall Festival and features games, vendors, a rummage sale, and more. For more information, contact Kathy Bingham at kmbingham@yahoo.com

Wine and Brew Fest

Sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce and its members, this annual festival is held at the Connell Community Center the second Saturday of November. It showcases regional wines and microbrews, as well as local foods and Cottage Industry Displays from Connell and the surrounding area. For more information, contact The Chamber of Commerce 234-8721.