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Oregon’s Signature Annual Events

Some weekends deserve a place on the calendar months ahead. Start with these Oregon favorites, find your season, and open the planning notes before you book.

Colorful tulip rows and a red-and-white windmill at Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm — Jim Choate / Flickr · CC BY 2.0

Woodburn · Willamette Valley

Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival

Flowers & photography

Rows of tulips, a red-and-white windmill, and a spring day on a working family farm. Come for the color; leave time to wander.

Tentative datesMarch 19–April 25, 2027

Plan your visit

Before you go: Check the farm’s bloom report before choosing a day. Weather changes the display, and balloon flights depend on conditions.

Admission: Ticketed. Check the farm’s current ticket options before you go.

Getting around: Fields include grass, gravel, and dirt; wet weather can make access harder. Ask the farm about your specific mobility needs.

Dates & bloom updates Explore the Willamette Valley →

Giant colorful kites flying over Lincoln City — From our Lincoln City festival coverage

Lincoln City · Oregon Coast

Lincoln City Kite Festivals

A family beach day

Giant sea creatures take to the sky above the Pacific. Watch the show kites and make a coast weekend of it, with room for a beach walk.

Annual timing · confirm next datesUsually June & September

Plan your visit

Before you go: Check the venue as well as the date: the 2026 festivals moved to Chinook Winds during construction at D River. Flying depends on the weather.

Admission: Free festival viewing; food, lodging, and optional activities are extra.

Getting around: Beach terrain can be uneven or soft. Check the organizer’s parking and shuttle guide before arriving.

Official festival details Plan a Lincoln City weekend →

Veneta · Near Eugene

Oregon Country Fair

Art, music & imagination

Handmade art, live performances, and food booths along wooded paths. Give this three-day Oregon tradition a full day of its own.

Organizer-announced datesJuly 9–11, 2027

Plan your visit

Before you go: Sort out admission and transportation before leaving. Check the current shuttle plan and bring comfortable shoes for the outdoor paths.

Admission: Ticketed. Buy through the official site; check current age and admission policies.

Getting around: Read the Fair’s accessibility guide for mobility support and services. Allow time for heat, dust, crowds, and breaks.

Official dates & tickets Make Eugene your home base →

Salem · Willamette Valley

Oregon State Fair

Rides, animals & concerts

Livestock barns, midway lights, Oregon makers, and something fried for dinner. Pick a concert night or spend an afternoon exploring with the kids.

Annual timing · confirm next datesLate August–Labor Day

Plan your visit

Before you go: Build your budget around the whole day. Check whether your chosen concert ticket includes admission, and price rides and parking separately.

Admission: Ticketed. Fair entry, ride packages, and concert options can differ.

Getting around: Check the current fairground map, accessibility information, and parking arrangements before your visit.

Official dates & admission Explore the Willamette Valley →

Pendleton · Eastern Oregon

Pendleton Round-Up

Rodeo & living traditions

Rodeo afternoons, the Westward Ho! Parade, and a town that makes a week of it. This is a reason to give Eastern Oregon more than a passing visit.

Annual timing · confirm next datesSeptember

Plan your visit

Before you go: Choose your rodeo days, then arrange lodging early. Happy Canyon and other Round-Up Week events may require separate tickets.

Admission: Ticketed rodeo; other events have their own admission arrangements.

Getting around: Contact the ticket office about accessible seating before booking. Plan parking and time to reach the grounds.

Official future dates Explore Eastern Oregon →

Crowds celebrating Oktoberfest in Mount Angel — Rick Obst / Flickr

Mount Angel · Willamette Valley

Mt. Angel Oktoberfest

Food, music & street dancing

Follow the music through a town with deep German and Swiss roots. Come hungry for the nonprofit food booths, then linger for dancing and live bands.

Annual timing · confirm next datesSeptember

Plan your visit

Before you go: Choose the experience you want before buying tickets. Street festivities and premium entertainment gardens have different admission arrangements.

Admission: Free street festivities; select entertainment gardens require admission.

Getting around: Review current parking and shuttle options. Check venue rules and accessibility with the organizer.

Official schedule & venues Get to know Mount Angel →

12 months · 36 Oregon traditions

Oregon Events by Month

Find a reason to visit in every season. Browse festivals, food celebrations, outdoor gatherings, and holiday traditions from January through December. Event names link directly to the organizer or official visitor guide.

Looking for a specific date? Search upcoming events ↓

Read the dates: Confirmed dates come from the organizer. Tentative dates may change. Typical timing is a seasonal planning guide, not a confirmed booking date. Multi-month events appear in each relevant month below.

January

A fresh start outdoors

First Day Hikes

Participating Oregon state parks

Start the year on a guided park walk. Choose a route that fits your group, and check meeting points and registration before heading out.

Typical timing: January 1
Yachats Agate Festival

Yachats · Oregon Coast

Meet rock collectors and makers, browse agates and minerals, and look for hands-on activities at the Commons and Lions Hall.

Typical timing: January · MLK weekend

February

Winter lights & Oregon flavors

Portland Winter Light Festival

Portland

Explore illuminated art across the city after dark. Admission is free; use the festival map because installations have different schedules.

Confirmed dates: February 5–13, 2027
Oregon Truffle Festival

Eugene & Willamette Valley

Choose from truffle-focused food and learning experiences, including the Joriad dog competition. Locations and dates vary by event; check the new season’s program.

Typical timing: Winter · recent program in February
Newport Seafood & Wine Festival

Newport · Oregon Coast

Sample coastal food and Oregon wine at this longstanding Newport gathering. This is a 21-and-over event; check ticket and shuttle details.

Confirmed dates: February 25–28, 2027

March

Live jazz, tulips & migrating whales

Portland Jazz Festival

Portland · Multiple venues

Build an evening around a favorite performer or discover someone new. Shows take place across the city, so check each venue and its ticket requirements.

Typical timing: March · recent festival timing
Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival

Woodburn · Willamette Valley

Walk the tulip fields and plan around the farm’s bloom report. Flower timing depends on the weather, so keep your visit flexible.

Tentative dates: March 19–April 25, 2027
Spring Whale Watch Week

Designated Oregon Coast viewpoints

Look for migrating gray whales with help from park staff and volunteers. Check the official list of staffed viewpoints and hours before choosing your stop.

Typical timing: Late March

April

Spring color, seafood & birding

Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival

Woodburn · Willamette Valley

Walk the tulip fields and plan around the farm’s bloom report. Flower timing depends on the weather, so keep your visit flexible.

Tentative dates: March 19–April 25, 2027
Astoria Warrenton Crab & Wine Fest

Astoria · Oregon Coast

Make a day of seafood, Oregon wine, craft vendors, and live music at the county fairgrounds. Review the festival’s parking and shuttle options.

Typical timing: Last weekend of April
Harney County Migratory Bird Festival

Burns & Harney Basin · Eastern Oregon

Explore spring migration through guided outings, talks, and birding activities. Reserve the tours you want and check their departure times and terrain.

Typical timing: April
Pear Blossom Festival

Medford · Southern Oregon

Medford’s spring celebration brings a parade, street fair, and community events. Check the schedule for individual activities held on different days.

Typical timing: April

May

Coastal traditions & playful parades

Florence Rhododendron Festival

Florence · Oregon Coast

Flower displays, a parade, carnival rides, and community celebrations fill Rhody weekend. Leave time to wander Historic Old Town between events.

Confirmed dates: May 13–16, 2027
McMenamins UFO Festival

McMinnville · Willamette Valley

Alien costumes, speakers, music, and a parade bring a playful crowd to wine country. Check which presentations and activities need separate tickets.

Confirmed dates: May 14–15, 2027
Portland Rose Festival

Portland

Pick your day around the parades, waterfront CityFair, or Fleet Week. The festival has several schedules and admission arrangements, so check the event you want.

Typical timing: Late May–June

June

Rose season & days at the beach

Portland Rose Festival

Portland

Pick your day around the parades, waterfront CityFair, or Fleet Week. The festival has several schedules and admission arrangements, so check the event you want.

Typical timing: Late May–June
Cannon Beach Sandcastle Contest

Cannon Beach · Oregon Coast

Watch teams turn the beach into temporary sculpture. Plan for contest day: the evening tide removes the creations, so they will not be there the next morning.

Confirmed dates: Contest: June 12, 2027
Lincoln City Summer Kite Festival

Lincoln City · Oregon Coast

Watch giant show kites and flying demonstrations by the beach. Confirm the venue and shuttle plan, and bring a layer for the coastal wind.

Typical timing: June

July

Music, handmade art & rodeo nights

Waterfront Blues Festival

Portland

Plan a summer music weekend on Portland’s waterfront. Review the lineup and ticket choices to match your visit to the performers you want to hear.

Confirmed dates: July 2–4, 2027
Oregon Country Fair

Veneta · Near Eugene

Spend a day among wooded paths, handmade art, food booths, and live performances. Buy admission before arriving and plan your transportation in advance.

Confirmed dates: July 9–11, 2027
Sisters Outdoor Quilt Show

Sisters · Central Oregon

Explore a town-wide display of quilts and textile art. Check the visitor and traffic guides, and leave time to walk between displays.

Confirmed dates: July 10, 2027
Chief Joseph Days

Joseph · Eastern Oregon

Rodeo nights, parades, and community gatherings bring visitors to Joseph. Choose your performances and arrange a place to stay before the busy weekend.

Confirmed dates: July 27–August 1, 2027

August

Summer stages & fairground lights

Chief Joseph Days

Joseph · Eastern Oregon

Rodeo nights, parades, and community gatherings bring visitors to Joseph. Choose your performances and arrange a place to stay before the busy weekend.

Confirmed dates: July 27–August 1, 2027
Pickathon

Happy Valley · Near Portland

Discover musicians across the farm’s outdoor stages and art spaces. Compare admission, camping, and arrival options before booking your weekend.

Confirmed dates: August 4–8, 2027
Junction City Scandinavian Festival

Junction City · Willamette Valley

Sample traditional foods and watch performances celebrating Scandinavian heritage. Festival entry and entertainment are free; bring a budget for vendor stops.

Typical timing: August · second Thursday–Sunday
Oregon State Fair

Salem · Willamette Valley

Browse livestock exhibits, enjoy the midway, and choose a concert. Check what your admission covers; rides and performances can have separate charges.

Typical timing: Late August–Labor Day

September

Rodeos, harvests & coastal kites

Oregon State Fair

Salem · Willamette Valley

Browse livestock exhibits, enjoy the midway, and choose a concert. Check what your admission covers; rides and performances can have separate charges.

Typical timing: Late August–Labor Day
Pendleton Round-Up

Pendleton · Eastern Oregon

Build your trip around rodeo performances and the wider Round-Up Week schedule. Arrange lodging early and check separate admission for companion events.

Typical timing: September
Mt. Angel Oktoberfest

Mount Angel · Willamette Valley

Come for food booths, live music, and dancing around town. Street festivities and ticketed entertainment gardens have different admission arrangements.

Typical timing: September
Bandon Cranberry Festival

Bandon · Oregon Coast

Celebrate the local cranberry harvest with a parade, market, and community activities. Look at the daily program before choosing your Old Town outing.

Typical timing: September
Lincoln City Fall Kite Festival

Lincoln City · Oregon Coast

Catch another weekend of giant kites and flying demonstrations. Check the current location and weather-dependent program rather than assuming the summer arrangements apply.

Typical timing: September
Bauman’s Harvest Festival

Gervais · Willamette Valley

Make a farm day of pumpkins, mazes, animals, and fall treats. Compare weekday and weekend activities before choosing an admission package.

Confirmed dates: September 19–October 31, 2026 · closed Mondays

October

Harvest weekends & mushroom season

Hood River Valley Harvest Festival

Hood River · Columbia River Gorge

Browse harvest produce, makers, and food vendors, with music and children’s activities at the waterfront event site. Check hours and admission before setting out.

Confirmed dates: October 9–11, 2026
Bauman’s Harvest Festival

Gervais · Willamette Valley

Make a farm day of pumpkins, mazes, animals, and fall treats. Compare weekday and weekend activities before choosing an admission package.

Confirmed dates: September 19–October 31, 2026 · closed Mondays
Mount Pisgah Mushroom Festival

Eugene · Willamette Valley

See mushroom exhibits, join educational activities, and explore local food and crafts. Check advance ticket availability and the festival’s no-dogs policy.

Confirmed dates: October 25, 2026

November

Books, Celtic music & the first holiday lights

Portland Book Festival

Portland

Meet the city’s book-loving crowd for author conversations, readings, and storytelling. Check the program for the main festival day and separately ticketed events.

Confirmed dates: November 2–8, 2026 · main day November 7
Yachats Celtic Music Festival

Yachats · Oregon Coast

Pair a coastal weekend with Celtic concerts, workshops, and community music. The program includes both free activities and ticketed performances.

Confirmed dates: November 13–15, 2026
Shore Acres Holiday Lights

Charleston · Oregon Coast

Walk the illuminated gardens at Shore Acres. Reserve timed vehicle entry and parking before arrival; this is not a show to approach without checking reservations.

Confirmed dates: November 26–December 31, 2026
The Grotto’s Christmas Festival of Lights

Portland

Combine an evening light display with choirs and holiday performances. Check the nightly schedule and festival admission before your visit.

Typical timing: Late November–December

December

Illuminated gardens & winter traditions

Shore Acres Holiday Lights

Charleston · Oregon Coast

Walk the illuminated gardens at Shore Acres. Reserve timed vehicle entry and parking before arrival; this is not a show to approach without checking reservations.

Confirmed dates: November 26–December 31, 2026
The Grotto’s Christmas Festival of Lights

Portland

Combine an evening light display with choirs and holiday performances. Check the nightly schedule and festival admission before your visit.

Typical timing: Late November–December
Jacksonville Victorian Christmas

Jacksonville · Southern Oregon

Explore holiday celebrations in Jacksonville’s historic downtown. Use the town’s event calendar to choose parade days, trolley outings, and other seasonal activities.

Typical timing: December
Winter Whale Watch Week

Designated Oregon Coast viewpoints

Visit a staffed coastal viewpoint during the southbound gray whale migration. Check the official dates and locations, then dress for wind and winter weather.

Typical timing: Late December