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Welcome to Oregon Wine Country's spotlight events
section. This is a list of some of the best events going on in the
Willamette Valley this season. Use links below to jump directly to
a region:
Benton County (Corvallis Area) Lane County (Eugene Area) Linn County (Albany Area) Marion & Polk Counties (Salem Area) Mt. Hood Territory (Molalla Area) Yamhill County (Newberg Area) Benton County (Corvallis Area) 
Corvallis
Farmers’ Market on the Riverfront
Corvallis, Oregon April 19 - November 22 Saturday: 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Wednesday: 8:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Come and wander the booths of the Corvallis Farmers’ Market. Enjoy homegrown produce, home baked goods and live entertainment at the Riverfront Commemorative Park. The Corvallis Farmers’ Market aims to provide the highest-quality, local produce direct from the farm. Other festivities taking place this summer include a solar cooking demonstration, Shakespearian Theater and juggling! Saturdays: Lane County (Eugene Area) 
Fern Ridge Wings & Wine
Festival
Veneta, Oregon May 10 The Fern Ridge Wings & Wine Festival is a family friendly event featuring a series of bird-related activities for the whole family. Come learn more about the birds that call Oregon Wine Country home while enjoying a gourmet meal and some of the best varietals in the region. Secret House Winery Lane County welcomes more than just feathery friends to explore the region. Lane County has something for everyone –click here to find out more. Linn County (Albany Area) 
Linn County Lamb & Wool Fair
Scio, Oregon May 15-18 Step back in time at the Linn County Lamb & Wool Fair, where you can enjoy an old fashioned pie eating contest, a quilt show and a street dance all for free. This is a family-friendly event in the fullest sense - bring the family dog and enter him/her in the pet show! Scio Lamb Fair Grounds Photo Credit to Mark Tennison For modern day events taking place in Linn County, we’ve got you covered.Marion & Polk Counties (Salem Area) 
The Great Oregon Steam-Up
Brooks, Oregon July 26-27 & August 2-3 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m. Dedicated to the preservation of antique farm machinery, the 38th Annual Great Oregon Steam-Up is the largest show of its kind on the West Coast. The Antique Powerland Museum is home to a variety of rare items including gas engines, threshing machines, and steam traction engines. Visitors can also enjoy other interactive activities such as flour milling, a blacksmith demonstration, tractor pulling, a flea market, miniature railroad rides and food and drink concessions. Antique Powerland Museum For those planning a trip to the State Capitol this summer, here’s a look at what other events are a must see. Mt. Hood Territory (Molalla Area)  Rosse Posse Acres Second Annual Big Elk,
Bluegrass, BBQ
Molalla, Oregon July 12 Noon to 9:00 p.m. Get an up-close look at some of Oregon’s most impressive animals and groove to the sounds of live Bluegrass music at the Rosse Posse Elk Farm’s Second Annual Big Elk, Blue Grass BBQ. Help support Vision Northwest as they raise funds for the visually impaired and try some delicious barbecue cooked to perfection by the talented Hoffman House Restaurant. Gates open at noon for jam sessions and farm tours before Bluegrass bands take the stage at 6 p.m. Rosse Posse Acres, Inc It’s hard to top elk and bluegrass, but Mt. Hood Territory is
up for the challenge. See what other
activities they have planned. Yamhill County (Newberg Area)
Memorial Day Weekend in Wine Country Yamhill County May 24-26 Many wineries not typically accessible to the public open their doors, welcoming visitors for exclusive tastings and behind-the-scenes tours. Taste a unique blend or take home a keepsake wine glass as you enjoy the beauty of the region. To learn what your favorite Willamette Valley winery has planned this weekend visit: explorer.oregonwine.org/wineries.php Yamhill County has more than just great wine on their agenda this
summer. Here’s
a look at what else is taking place. More Information : For more information on packages or any of the establishments mentioned
here, contact the Willamette Valley Visitors Association at 866.548.5018
or download our Oregon Bounty Willamette
Valley events guide here in PDF format. More events can be found at these Web sites: |
