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ACTIVITIES & ENTERTAINMENT
13 CATEGORIES
26 WINNERS
ANNUAL EVENT/FESTIVAL
Go 4th Festival
Longview gofourthfestival.org
360-562-0122
The Festival began in the 1960’s and now draws in excess of 30,000 people to events culminating on the Fourth of July with a spectacular firework extravaganza. Centered around Lake Sacajawea, the Festival has become a time honored tradition in Longview’s history.

Crafted Brew Fest
1900 7th Ave, Longview facebook.com/craftedbrewfest
Arts And Crafts
The Nest
601 Allen St, Kelso thenestwa.com
360-353-3828
Ahealing and creativity studio where you can shop, play and rest. Offering a paint your own pottery studio and darling boutique on the first floor and a reflexology and esthetics spa on the second floor. Our mission is to create and cultivate opportunities for grace, self-acceptance and wholehearted living. And out vision is that we are passionate about simplicity and believe it is the key to creating a life you love.
Paint and Sip
351 Three Rivers Dr, Kelso kelsopaintandsip.com
360-353-5426
Art Gallery
Broadway Gallery
1418 Commerce Ave, Longview the-broadway-gallery.com
360-577-0544
The Broadway Gallery is a cooperative business of local artists in the heart of Historic Downtown Longview, WA. Since 1982 we have offered fine arts and crafts, workshops, art classes and community events for over 40 years! We are a great place to buy a gift! Every first Thursday of the month we celebrate from 5:30-7 p.m. with new art and guest artists, refreshments and live music. Come see us sometime!
Cowlitz County Historical Museum
405 Allen St, Kelso cowlitzcountyhistory.org
360-577-3119
Casino
Lucky Eagle Casino & Hotel
12888 188th Ave SW, Rochester luckyeagle.com
800-720-1788
Thank you for voting for us for the best casino in the Best of Southwest Washington competition. As the South Sound’s home casino, we’re delighted to offer guests beautifully renovated hotel rooms and RV parking, an amazing selection of over 1,000 hot slots, the most popular table games, and delicious dining options for every taste. We can’t wait until the next time we have the honor of serving you!

Ilani Resort and Casino
1 Cowlitz Way, Ridgefield ilaniresort.com
877-464-5264



Columbia Theatre
1231 Vandercook Way, Longview columbiatheatre.com
360-423-1011
Come see a performance at the historic Columbia Theatre! Coming up on its centennial in 2025, the Columbia Theatre Association has been presenting performances by international, national, and regional artists that feature a wide range of culturally diverse programming including concerts, dance, comedy, and theatre. There is something for everyone at the Columbia Theatre, don’t miss a moment!
Lucky Eagle Casino & Hotel
12888 188th Ave SW, Rochester luckyeagle.com
800-720-1788
Driving Range
Mint Valley Golf Course
1225 21st Ave, Longview mint-valley.com
360-442-5440
Mint Valley Golf Course is a wonderfully maintained 18-hole, championship golf course. Opened in 1976, Mint has both a covered driving range as well as a grass tee area to use for practice. Mint also has a challenging 6-hole par-3 course for beginners as well as experienced gofers who want to work on their short game. Mint Valley is home to Mark Morris, RA Long and Three Rivers high schools. Come visit the Mint and see what we have to offer.
DANCE/CHEER STUDIO
Higher Ground Dance Studio
1051 14th Ave 110, Longview hgdancestudio.com
360-423-3238
Our dance program at Higher Ground focuses on the well being and development of the dancer first. By creating a positive and uplifting atmosphere, dancers can build their confidence and self worth. Our dancers learn proper dance technique for a fun and safe dance experience that will prepare them for life!
Evergreen Dance Center
1430 Commerce Ave, Longview evergreendance.com
360-423-7410
Family Attraction
Triangle Bowl
700 Triangle Ctr, Longview trianglebowl.com
360-425-4060
Triangle Bowl has been part of the Longview Kelso community since 1957 and features 32 Brunswick Lanes and Lindy’s Restaurant and Lounge, serving everyone’s favorites including breakfast, burgers, pizza and more. Stop by today and see why we were voted the Best of Southwest Washington!
Three Rivers Golf Course
2222 S River Rd, Kelso 3riversgolf.com
360-423-4653
The Huntting’s Pumpkin Patch and Haunted Forest
600 Cinebar Rd, Cinebar thehunttings.business.site
360-388-7920
Mint Valley Golf Course
1225 21st Ave, Longview mint-valley.com
360-442-5440
Mint Valley Golf Course is a wonderfully maintained 18-hole, championship golf course. Opened in 1976, Mint has both a covered driving range as well as a grass tee area to use for practice. Mint also has a challenging 6-hole par-3 course for beginners as well as experienced gofers who want to work on their short game. Mint Valley is home to Mark Morris, RA Long and Three Rivers high schools. Come visit the Mint and see what we have to offer.
Three Rivers Golf Course
2222 S River Rd, Kelso 3riversgolf.com 360-423-4653
HOTEL/LODGING
Regent Chinese Restaurant
3353 Washington Way, Longview facebook.com/regent.originalwoodshed
360-423-8680
Regent Chinese Restaurant has two full kitchens with Chinese and American menus. Dining, banquet and stage room with balcony. Stop by and join us for Karakoe nights!
Tims Bar & Grill
213 Allen St, Kelso facebook.com/timsbarandgrillkelsowa
360-636-2627
McMenamins Kalama Harbor Lodge
215 N Hendrickson Dr, Kalama mcmenamins.com
360-673-6970
Situated between Kalama’s landmark totem poles and the marina at the Port of Kalama, Kalama Harbor Lodge opened in 2018. Inspired by the Hawaiian heritage of John Kalama, the property is reminiscent of the Pioneer Inn in Lahaina, Maui, Hawaii. Here history is revived, art is revered, craft cocktails flow and every room has its own lanai.
Lucky Eagle Casino & Hotel
12888 188th Ave SW, Rochester luckyeagle.com
800-720-1788
Live Entertainment
Columbia Theatre
1231 Vandercook Way, Longview columbiatheatre.com
360-423-1011
Come see a performance at the historic Columbia Theatre! Coming up on its centennial in 2025, the Columbia Theatre Association has been presenting performances by international, national, and regional artists that feature a wide range of culturally diverse programming including concerts, dance, comedy, and theatre. There is something for everyone at the Columbia Theatre, don’t miss a moment!
Ilani Resort and Casino
1 Cowlitz Way, Ridgefield ilaniresort.com
877-464-5264
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Come see a performance at the historic Columbia Theatre! Coming up on its centennial in 2025, the Columbia Theatre Association has been presenting performances by international, national, and regional artists that feature a wide range of culturally diverse programming including concerts, dance, comedy, and theatre. There is something for everyone at the Columbia Theatre, don’t miss a moment!