About Pullman, Washington
Pullman, Washington — population around 33,000 — is built around Washington State University and the Cougs. Game days at Martin Stadium and Beasley Coliseum draw fans from across the Pacific Northwest, but Pullman's calendar is busy year-round with live music at Rico's Public House, community theater, the Gladish Community Center's events and classes, the National Lentil Festival every August, and a growing food and beer scene downtown. Pullman sits on the west side of the Palouse just 8 miles from Moscow, ID, and the two towns share an airport, regional events, and the paved Chipman Trail between them.
What Pullman is known for
WSU Cougars
Football at Martin Stadium, basketball at Beasley Coliseum, plus lectures, art exhibits, and concerts at WSU's Bryan Hall and the CUB.
Downtown Pullman
Main Street has Rico's Pub (Pullman's classic music bar), Paradise Creek Brewing, and a growing collection of independent restaurants. The Gladish Community Center anchors the arts scene.
Lentil Festival
Every August. Pullman is the lentil capital of the world. The festival features live music, vendors, the famed lentil chili cookoff, and a parade.
Outdoors
Kamiak Butte County Park (15 min north) has hiking with panoramic Palouse views. The Chipman Trail to Moscow is flat, paved, and bike-friendly.
Pullman Civic Theatre
Community theater group producing several stage productions per year at their venue on NE Crestview St.
Upcoming events in Pullman
FAQ
What is there to do in Pullman, Washington this weekend?
Pullman hosts WSU sporting events, live music, community theater, brewery and pub events, and outdoor activities every weekend during the school year and through the summer. The Palouse Calendar lists current events — typically 20-50 things happening on any given weekend.
Where is Pullman, Washington located?
Pullman is in Whitman County in southeastern Washington, 8 miles west of Moscow, Idaho on the Idaho border. It's about 75 miles south of Spokane, WA. The Pullman-Moscow Regional Airport (PUW) sits between Pullman and Moscow.
What are the best things to do in Pullman, WA?
Catch a Cougs football or basketball game, see live music at Rico's Pub, hike Kamiak Butte for panoramic Palouse views, visit Paradise Creek Brewing, and walk or bike the Chipman Trail to Moscow. The annual Lentil Festival every August is a highlight.
When is WSU Cougars football season?
WSU football runs from late August through November. Home games at Martin Stadium are major regional events — game days bring tailgates, post-game shows at downtown bars, and a packed schedule of related events.
How far is Pullman from Moscow, Idaho?
About 8 miles, or a 15-minute drive on US-95 / WA-270. The two towns share an airport (PUW) and a paved 7-mile bike/walking trail (the Chipman Trail) connecting downtown to downtown.