What's Happening in the Willamette Valley
This is your guide to festivals, special events and celebrations taking place in Oregon Wine Country. Scroll down to see what’s happening in the Willamette Valley or click on the area of interest below to see a listing of local activities.

Albany area (Linn County)

Corvallis area (Benton County)

Eugene area (Eugene, Cascades & Coast)

Canby, Molalla and Wilsonville area (Mt. Hood Territory)

Newberg area (Yamhill Valley)

Salem area (Marion and Polk Counties)

Upcoming events

Red Wine & Chocolates at Duck Pond Cellars
February 11, 2012



Join us for this delicious pairing event!

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23145 Hwy 99W Dundee

Romantic Valentine's Weekend Getaway
February 11, 2012 to February 12, 2012

Romantic Valentines getaway package including optional cooking class, fabulous Valentine's dinner paired with local wines, Valentine treats and full breakfast in the morning.


34694 McKenzie View Dr. McKenzie Orchards Bed and Breakfast Inn Springfield

See, Sip & Savor Wine Lover's Class
February 11, 2012

Mr. Michael Bailey of In Vitis for Wine with his many years of experience in the wine industry, will be teaching the basics of wine tasting and how not to feel intimidated at your next winery visit. Price includes class, wine and light snacks as well as a sweet little surprise. Space limited, reservations needed.


24949 Hwy 126 Fern Ridge Chamber of Commerce Veneta

Pinot, Port, and Chocolate Celebration
February 12, 2012

Indulge yourself and your loved one in decadent chocolates paired with exquisite Pinot Noir. Our candle-lit cellar plays the perfect background to this pairing and tasting event, featuring gourmet artisans including Extreme Chocolates, Bursts Candies, and more. Enjoy unique, gourmet truffles alongside our 2009 Pinot Noir Quinta Reserva Port Style, a very special bottling that is only available for public tasting this one weekend each year. Bring your loved one, family and friends and relax while being treated to some of the finer things in life. $10 admission includes wine tasting and a Riedel wine glass. For an additional $5 upgrade to our Cellar Pass to experience barrel tasting with our winemakers as well as a library tasting featuring a selection of superbly aged wines. Wine Club Members receive a complimentary upgrade to our Cellar Pass.

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8800 Enchanted Way SE Turner

The Arts Center - Chocolate Fantasy
March 02, 2012

Spend an elegant evening admiring beautiful artwork, bid on unique items in the live and silent auctions, sample exquisite chocolate from local Chocolatiers,   Enjoy local wines and dance to live music.


Club Level, Reser Stadium 2600 SW Western Blvd. Corvallis

Pear, Wine, and Cheese Jubilee
March 11, 2012

Oregon’s premier event featuring award winning wines paired with local artisan cheeses and Oregon pears. Have fun exploring the nuances of this special coupling. Learn the art of cheese making from thepeople at Willamette Valley Cheese Company, Rosecrest Farms, Rogue Creamery, and more. Enjoy a variety of pears and fun recipes from the Oregon Pear Bureau. Learn how to blend wine in our private blending sessions. Your $10 admission includes wine and food tasting, and a free Riedel wine glass. Admission is $5 for Wine Club members.

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8800 Enchanted Way Turner

Wine Country 5K
April 22, 2012

Enjoy this scenic 5K race through vineyards and wine country.


80854 Territorial Rd King Estate Eugene

Willamette Valley Vineyards Library Wine Vault Tasting
April 28, 2012

Wine Club Exclusive Event. Admission is $10 and is waived with $50 purchase. Willamette Valley Vineyard’s has kept some of the best vintages and wines we have ever made under lock and key in our Library Wine Vault. You are invited as we unlock the doors and offer a rare opportunity to taste these very limited wines that have been aged to perfection.   This is an open house style event. Admission includes a Riedel wine glass and tasting.

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8800 Enchanted Way SE Turner

Willamette Valley Vineyards Library Wine Vault Tasting
April 29, 2012

Wine Club Exclusive Event, Admission is $10 and is waived with $50 purchase. Willamette Valley Vineyard’s has kept some of the best vintages and wines we have ever made under lock and key in our Library Wine Vault. You are invited as we unlock the doors and offer a rare opportunity to taste these very limited wines that have been aged to perfection.   This is an open house style event. Admission includes a Riedel wine glass and tasting.

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8800 Enchanted Way SE Turner

7th Annual Fern Ridge Wings & Wine Festival
May 12, 2012

A family-friendly event for lovers of birds and wine. Activities include birding stations, nature walks, and guided canoe, kayak and sailing trips around Fern Ridge Reservoir along with a showcase of fine artisan wines, live music and more at Domaine Meriwether Winery.


88324 Vineyard Ln Domaine Meriwether & various locations around Fern Ridge Reservoir Veneta

Mother's Day at Duck Pond Cellars
May 13, 2012



Bring Mom to Duck Pond Cellars for a free glass of wine and wonderful discounts.

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23145 Hwy 99W Dundee

Memorial Day Weekend Open House
May 26, 2012 to May 29, 2012

A fun, interactive way to learn about Oregon's unique terroir. Blind taste and match world class Pinot Noir to its respective origins. Stop by for a chance to win an overnight stay at Oregon Wine Cottage paired with a VIP Tour and Tasting at Willamette Valley Vineyards.

 
General admission is TBD.

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8800 Enchanted Way SE Turner

Barrel Tour
June 02, 2012

Board a bus with the South Willamette Wineries Association and visit King Estate Winery, Saginaw Vineyard, Chateau Lorane Winery and Iris Vineyard for wine tastings and food pairings.


293 Valley River Center Meet in the parking lot near Gotchalks at the Valley River Center Eugene

Barrel Tour
June 09, 2012

Board a bus with the South Willamette Wineries Association and visit Sweet Cheeks Winery, Domaine Meriwether, Territorial Vineyards and Winemakers without Walls for wine tastings and food pairings.


293 Valley River Center Meet in the parking lot near Gotchalks at the Valley River Center Eugene

Barrel Tour
June 16, 2012

Board a bus with the South Willamette Wineries Association and visit Brigadoon Wine Company, Pffeifer Vineyards, LaVelle Vineyards, & High Pass Winery. for wine tastings and food pairings.


293 Valley River Center Meet in the parking lot near Gotchalks at the Valley River Center Eugene

Art & the Vineyard
July 06, 2012 to July 08, 2012

Premier art and wine festival in the Southern Willamette Valley. Enjoy entertainment and view over 130 artists in the Artists' Marketplace and the Art For Your Garden display. Awarded "Best of Eugene Art Event 2009-2010" by Eugene Weekly.


Club Rd and Coburg Rd Alton Baker Park Eugene

Labor Day Weekend on the Territorial Wine Trail
September 01, 2012 to September 03, 2012

Enjoy beautiful venues, specials on wine, live music and wonderful food throughout the South Willamette wine country all weekend long.


Territorial Road Various South Willamette Wineries Eugene

The Oregon Grape Stomp Championship and Harvest Celebration
September 23, 2012

Come celebrate with Willamette Valley Vineyards as we begin the 2012 harvest. Get purple feet! It’s our 22nd Annual Oregon Grape Stomp Competition—have you got what it takes to make it to the World Grape Stomping Championship in Santa Rosa, CA?  Step one: make a reservation for a stomping time for your team of two: one stomper and one swabber.  Step two: battle it out together. The team who produces the most juice wins a trip for two to compete in the World Grape Stomping Championship.

Admission is $10 and includes a free Riedel wine glass and tasting.  Additional $10 per team per heat to stomp.  This is a popular event and we suggest calling well in advance to make your reservation time—some spots will be available the day of the event on a first come first serve basis. We will begin taking reservations June 1, 2012. To make reservations call 1-800-344-9463.

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8800 Enchanted Way SE Turner

Mount Pisgah Arboretum Mushroom Festival
October 28, 2012

A fun festival featuring several hundred species of local fungi, collected throughout western Oregon. This annual event is the largest mushroom display on the West Coast and includes a huge plant sale, scarecrow contest, children's activities, hayrides, craft vendors, food, cider, music, wine and more.


34901 Frank Parrish Rd Mount Pisgah Eugene

Celebration on the Territorial Thanksgiving Wine Trail
November 23, 2012 to November 25, 2012

Enjoy beautiful venues, specials on wine, live music and wonderful food all weekend long out in wine country.


Various South Willamette Valley Wineries Eugene

Oregon Truffle Festival
January 27-29
Eugene

St. Josefs Valentine Dinner
February 12
Canby

Sunday Brunch at Orchard Heights
Every Sunday
Salem


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