Oregon Summer Events

Portland Rose Festival
May 29 -June 8, 2008
Portland

Oregon’s premier civic celebration, has been a Northwest tradition for 98 years. This unique festival bursts into bloom each spring to celebrate the City of Roses with events, excitement and entertainment for all ages. Some of the events include Grand Floral Parade, The Waterfront Village, Festival of Bands and The Arts Festival.

LOCATION:
Various Events throughout Portland
Events Calendar

INFORMATION:
(503) 227-2681

Wallowa Valley Festival of Arts
June 6-8, 2008
Joseph - Eastern Oregon

A juried fine art show with displays of original art in a variety of media - painting, drawing, photography sculpture, jewelry, ceramics, fiber. Artists from anywhere are welcome to participate.

LOCATION:
Joseph Community Center
Joseph, Or

INFORMATION:
(541) 426-4620

Allstate Festival of Balloons in Tigard
June 13-15, 2008
Tigard - Portland, Metro

The skies over Tigard are filled with rainbow-colored hot air balloons at this annual Allstate Festival of Balloons. Thousands of visitors come to watch the balloons take off, ride the ferris wheel at the carnival, munch on festival food, and enjoy the live music. The novelty and joy of seeing hot air balloons up close is a thrill for children and is another aspect of Tigard that makes it a unique and wonderful place to call home.

LOCATION:
Cook Park
17005 SW 92nd Avenue
Tigard, OR

Annual Festival of Gardens
Saturday, June 14, 2008
10:00 to 5:00
Lincoln City

Meet for guided tours and classes, learn tips and solutions to your own gardening challenges, exchange tips and ideas with fellow gardeners, find unusual plants to buy, and see the newest in plants and garden décor.

LOCATION:
The Connie Hansen Garden Conservancy
1931 NW 33rd St
Lincoln City, Or

INFORMATION:
541-994-6338

Britt Festival
June through September
Jacksonville

Britt Festivals is the Pacific Northwest's premiere outdoor summer performing arts festival. Located in the historic 1850s gold rush town of Jacksonville, Oregon (USA), Britt presents dozens of summer concerts, featuring world-class artists in classical music, dance, jazz, blues, folk, bluegrass, world, pop and country music.

Scandinavian Festival
June 20-22, 2008
Astoria

Three days of Scandanavian traditions. Dancing, music, food, trolls and colorful costumes that will bring the old country heritage to life.

Wine, Chocolate & More!
June 20-21, 2008
Rickreall - Willemette Valley

The festival showcases decadent chocolate, live musical entertainment, specialty gifts and wine tasting from some of the best wineries and vineyards in Oregon. This event draws all ages from all over the Northwest to enjoy the relaxed atmosphere, casual wine tasting, and food sensations to tempt any palate from a variety of culinary backgrounds. Sponsored by Altrusa International of Salem, Oregon. Proceeds to benefit women and children in crisis.

LOCATION:
Polk County Fairgrounds
Hwy 99 W
Rickreall, Oregon

Bach Festival
June 27-July 13, 2008
Eugene - Willamette Valley

Featuring two weeks of choral-orchestral concerts centering on the music and wide-ranging influence of J.S. Bach. Set amid the lush forests and scenic rivers of Eugene and the Willamette Valley, the festival also includes chamber music, family events, and educational programs in "a musical enterprise virtually without equal in America.

LOCATION:
Various Venues
Events Calendar

INFORMATION:
800/457-1486

Annual 3900' Festival
June 27- 28, 2008
North Plains, OR

Featuring two days of camping, two stages of music, and over 30 independent bands from the West, the all ages 2008 3900' Festival is anticipating an at-capacity crowd of 4500. Advanced tickets have already been sold to folks as far away as Idaho and Northern Washington.

This year's line up includes: Ian Moore, Two Loons for Tea, Jared Mees, Kurt Hagadorn, Finn Riggins, Echo Helstrom, Ascetic Junkies, the Wherewithals, Outpost, Power of County, McDougall, Acoustic Minds, Trip Like Animals, the Royal Houser, Mercury Tree, No Go Know, Paper Brain, Little Beirut, Shaped Like Sharks, Nick Caceres, Mantis, Double Plus Good and many more.

LOCATION:
Horning's Hideout
North Plains, OR
- 30 minutes from Downtown Portland off Highway 26

Maryhill Winery Summer Concert Series
Date: TBA
The Gorge - Goldendale, Washington

This popular annual event is located in the 4,000 seat outdoor amphitheater at Maryhill Winery. The amphitheater offers sweeping vistas of Mt. Hood, the Columbia River Gorge and will enchant lovers of music, wine and the great outdoors.

INFORMATION:
877.627.9445

Florence 4th of July
July 4, 2008
Florence - The Coast

In Florence, Independence Day Celebrations include live outdoor music in Old Town, and a spectacular fireworks display over the river. All of Old Town extends an invitation to enjoy the food, shopping, motels, bed & breakfast inns, activities, water sports and everything else that Florence has to offer.

INFORMATION:
(541) 997-3128

Lavender Daze
July 12-13, 2008
Hood River - The Gorge

Live Bands, Local Artisans and Food vendors, Charity Dunk tank, Pheasant Valley Winery, Live animals for the kids, & thousands of Certified Organic Lavender plants in bloom & available for U-PICK. Bigger & Better than ever!

LOCATION:
Hood River Lavender Farm
3801 Straight Hill Road
Hood River, OR

INFORMATION:
541-354-9917

Prospect Bluegrass Festival
July 11-13, 2008
Prospect - Southern Oregon

A great family event the weekend festivities include Blue Grass Bands, cowboy poetry, food, fun and activities throughout the weekend. Convenient RV parking.

LOCATION:
Lions Park
Prospect

Tamkaliks
Date: TBA
Eastern Oregon

The Tamkaliks Celebration (formerly Wallowa Band Descendants Friendship Feast & Pow Wow) is a celebration and recognition of the continuing Nez Perce presence in the Wallowa Valley. Festivities and dancing at the Homeland Project Site near Wallowa. Dance competitions, friendship feast. All are welcome to come watch and participate.

Race Across Oregon
July 18-19, 2008
Starts in Portland

On July 22, 2006 the eighth annual Race Across Oregon begins in Portland. Competitors climb over 40,000 in their 535 mile campaign to the finish line at Mount Hood and Timberline Lodge approximately 30 – 48 hours later.

Divisions included in the race are: Male/Female Soloist; Tandem; 2 or 4 Person teams; and Corporate (8 person) teams.

Chief Joseph Days Rodeo
July 23-27, 2008
Joseph - Eastern Oregon

Five days of fast paced, exciting entertainment for the whole family. PRCA-sanctioned rodeos, Indian encampment, dance competition and a carnival turn Joseph into one big celebration! Chief Joseph Days has been voted one of the top small outdoor rodeos nationally, and it attracts major contenders to all of it's rodeo events, as well as top stock contractors, bullfighters, clowns, specialty acts, and has a total purse of more than $75,000.

INFORMATION:
(541) 432-1015

Oregon Brewer's Festival
July 24-27, 2008
Portland

North America's largest gathering of independent brewers. This grassroots event has developed a reputation as being one of the finest craft beer festivals in the world. Seventy-two breweries offer handcrafted brews to 50,000 beer lovers during the four-day event. There is no judging at this event, rather, it is an opportunity for beer lovers to enjoy handcrafted products from some of the nation's finest breweries.

Rogue Valley Balloon Rally
July 11, 12, and 13, 2008
Southern Oregon

This event is free to the public through private/corporate sponsorships. Become a sponsor and experience the adventure of a beautiful hot air balloon flight in the Rogue Valley. Rogue Valley Balloon Rally is a not for profit organization. Profits from the rally proceeds benefit the Children’s Miracle Network. All monies donated by the Rogue Valley Balloon Rally stay in the Rogue Valley.

LOCATION:
Rogue Valley International-Medford Airport
(corner of Biddle Road and Lawnsdale Avenue)

INFORMATION:
(541) 664-1862

Photo by John C. Bruckman, Ph.D.

Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo
July 30-August 3, 2008
Starts in Portland - Central Oregon

Get ready for five days of fun, great food, great vendors and entertainment. This year's County Fair will give you more for your money!

LOCATION:
Deschutes County Fair Expo Center
Redmond, Oregon

INFORMATION:
541-548-2711

Flashback "Cruz"
August 1-3, 2008
Bend - Central Oregon

Open to all '74 and older classic cars. Event will include a Poker Run on Thursday, a Friday pre-cruz in at S&S Auto Parts (aka Baxter Auto Parts), Saturday Show 'n' Shine in Drake Park (on the grass), and a designated closed "cruz" in downtown Bend. S&S Auto Parts (Baxter Auto Parts), Sisters Auto Parts, along with Auto Value Stores, will sponsor the Friday night band. This year's band will be playing in Drake Park.

Umatilla County Fair
August 5-9, 2008
Hermiston, Eastern Oregon

Held during the first full week of August. Entertainment is a big part of the fair with live entertainment on the main stage each evening, and numerous local acts and talent throughout the grounds during the day. The fair also features a carnival, livestock barns, open class exhibits. 4-H & FFA, over 110 commercial exhibits and lots of great food concessions.

The Bite of Oregon
August 8-10, 2008
Portland

A celebration of Oregon, its food, its people and its extraordinary quality of life. Come join the fun at the best summer party on the Portland waterfront! Iron Chef Oregon Competitions, entertainment, sandcastles, food, wine and beer.

LOCATION:
Waterfrond Park
Portland

INFORMATION:
(503)248-0600

High Desert Rendezvous
August 9, 2008
Bend - Central Oregon

Benefit dinner, dance, and auction. This annual event has become synonymous with contemporary and vintage Western design. The Museum will welcome the premier Western band, Wiley and the Wild West, for great music and dancing.

LOCATION:
High Desert Museum
59800 South Hwy 97
Bend, OR

INFORMATION:
541-382-4754

Celtic Festival
August 9, 2008
Redland - Central Oregon

Scottish Highland Games, Celtic Dancers, Children's Activities, Vendors of Fine Celtic Wares, Clan Representation, Southern Oregon Scottish Bagpipe Band, Dagger & Dirk Pub sponsored by Cascade Lakes Brewing Co. and food and fun!

LOCATION:
Cline Falls Ranch (corner of Hwy 126 and 67th Street)
Redmond, Oregon

Annual Shady Cove River ArtWalk
August 9 & 10, 2008
Shady Cove - Southern Oregon

A Regional Celebration of the Arts!
Featuring 75 Fine Artists & Original Crafters, Music & Food along the scenic Rogue River, at the Cove, in Shady Cove.

LOCATION:
Entrance at the Edgewater Inn at the Conference Room

INFORMATION:
541-878-3626

Bronze, Blues & Brews
August 9, 2008
Joseph - Eastern Oregon

Inland Empire Blues Society Winner "Best Blues Event 2001”. Nominated "Best Blues Event” 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 & 2006

Bronze Blues & Brews is dedicated to bringing the best in Regional & National blues music to Wallowa County. They also are instrumental in supporting the local youth by providing grant money to arts & music programs in Wallowa County.

LOCATION:
City Park
Joseph, OR

Lane County Fair
August 12 – 17, 2008
Eugene - Willamette Valley

One of the largest county fairs in the Northwest attracting more than 165,000 visitors over a six-day period in mid-August. It is among the most successful county fairs in the Pacific Northwest, blending a unique combination of urban and rural appeal. Top name entertainers representing Country, Classic Rock and Pop music genres perform nightly.

From the exhibition area showcasing the county’s finest homegrown talent to the popular carnival midway and free Kids Park, the Lane County Fair is a place where memories are truly made.

LOCATION:
Lane Events Center / Fairgrounds
796 West 13th Avenue
Eugene, OR 97402

INFORMATION:
541-682-4292

Blues by the Sea
August 14 – 17, 2008
Garibaldi - The Coast

Three days of blues on the Coast of Oregon. Various artists will perform.

Oregon State Fair
August 22- September 1, 2008
Salem - Willemette Valley

Started in the late nineteenth century, the State Fair has become an Oregon family tradition. Families come from all over the state to take in great shows, rides, culinary delights, and animal and agricultural exhibits. Fair attendees will be able to see over 26,000 exhibits in livestock, home arts and hobbies, show horses, fine art, photography, professional wine, homebrew beer, small animals, including poultry, rabbits, doves, pigeons and guinea pigs, plus 4-H and FFA animals and events.

LOCATION:
State Fair & Expo
Salem, Oregon

INFORMATION:
1-800-833-0011