EVENTS
MAY
May – September – The Dalles Lock and Dam Visitor Center, open daily from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. starting Memorial Day through Labor Day weekend, at 3545 Bret Clodfelter Way, The Dalles, OR 97058. Take a guided tour of the powerhouse and fish ladder, visit the bookstore, enjoy scenic views of Mt. Hood and more! www.nwp.usace.army.mil.
May 1-31 – White Salmon Wildflower Festival. The 4th Annual White Salmon Wildflower Festival unites our community to celebrate the natural beauty in and around White Salmon, Washington. explorewhitesalmon.com/white-salmon-wildflower-festival/
May 1 – The Dalles First Friday, Join downtown merchants and restaurants for sales, food & drink specials, live music & extended opening hours, for more details and hear about other special events and activities visit www.downtownthedalles.org.
May 1-2 – Skamania County Spring Fest, at Exhibit Hall & Stock Barn at the Skamania County Fairgrounds, 710 SW Rock Creek Drive, Stevenson, WA 98648. Vintage sale, Garage sale, Plant sale. parks@co.skamania.wa.us. (509)427-3980
May 2 – Pacific Northwest Plein Air Reception, 5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m., Celebrate the 21st anniversary of Pacific Northwest Plein Air in the Columbia River Gorge at a public reception from 5–7pm. Meet artists and view works created during this weeklong outdoor painting event. maryhillmuseum.org/calendar
May 1-3 – Gorge Artists Open Studios Tour, studios will be open from 10am-5pm, see map. Gorge Wide. www.gorgeartists.org
May 2 – Mayfaire in Rheingarten Park, 300 N. Main Ave, White Salmon, WA 98672. 11 a.m. – 4 p.m., Mayfaire is a family-friendly festival celebrating spring and community. Free kids activities, and a Maypole dance.explorewhitesalmon.com/mayfaire-presented-by-heartsong/
May 2 — 11th Annual Hood River Cider Fest, 11 a.m-6 p.m., 2026 we have made the exciting move up to the outdoor space of Western Antique Aeroplane and Automobile Museum (WAAAM) at1600 Air Museum Rd, Hood River, OR 97031. This fantastic new location integrates WAAAM by offering discounted museum tickets for Cider Fest guests. The museum is not to be missed, trust us! visithoodriver.com/events/ or www.hoodriverciderfest.com
May 8-10 – Goldendale Home and Garden Show, 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Friday, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. on Saturday, and 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. on Sunday, at the Klickitat County Fairgrounds, 903 Fairgrounds Road, Goldendale, WA 98620. Celebrate the best of home improvement, gardening, and community spirit in Klickitat County! Free admission — everyone is welcome!
May 9 – Columbia Gorge Wine Festival, noon – 5 p.m., at the Hood River Fairgrounds, 3020 Wyeast Rd, Hood River, OR 97031. All ages event, overnight RV parking available. Advance tickets and more info at hrcef.org.
May 9 – White Salmon Wildflower Wine Walk, 3 – 7 p.m., Mother’s Day Weekend, Downtown White Salmon. Get ready to sip the best boutique wines from the White Salmon area and enjoy the White Salmon Wildflower Artisan Market & Wildflower Festivities! explorewhitesalmon.com/white-salmon-wine-walk/.
May 10 – Second Sunday Skate Night, 4 – 6 p.m. at the Underwood Community Center, 951 School House Rd, Underwood, WA 98651. All ages. Bring your gear. mtadamschamber.com/events.
May 16-17 – Cascadia Fine Arts Festival, Saturday 11 a.m.-7p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-4 p.m., A fine arts festival in Troutdale OR. The Cascadia Fine Arts Festival (formerly Troutdale Arts Festival) will take place in Downtown Troutdale, on East HIstoric Columbia River Highway www.cascadiafineartsfestival.org/event-info
May 16 – Skamania Sip and Stroll ,12pm-5pm, A festival that showcases the amazing array of craft beverages in our region and unique shopping in Downtown Stevenson. Must be 21+. Skamania County Chamber of Commerce 167 NW Second Street Stevenson, WA 98648 (509)427-8911 skamania.org
May 16 -17 – Oregon Trail Rally, The 2026 Oregon Trail will be a Super Regional event that runs through the Columbia Gorge and the farmlands outside the cities of The Dalles and Goldendale.oregontrailrally.com2
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May 16 – Maupin Daze, 7:30 a.m. – 3 p.m., An annual celebration of the Maupin community and life on the beautiful Deschutes River. The event features a parade, local arts, a 5K, crafts & food vendors, a plant sale, city-wide garage sales, and more! Held annually, third weekend in May. • maupindaze.com / (541) 993-1708
May 25 – Memorial Day Ceremony, 1 p.m., White Salmon Cemetery, Snowden Rd, White Salmon, WA, 98672. mtadamschamber.com/events.
May 29-31 – Troutfest, Maupin, Oregon. Casting lessons, dutch oven cook-off, presentations, vendor demos, contests, a robust raffle, beer, food, live music, and above all, a great fly angling community. deschutesriveralliance.org/events.
JUNE
June 5 – The Dalles First Friday, Join downtown merchants and restaurants for sales, food & drink specials, live music & extended opening hours, for more details and hear about other special events and activities visit. www.downtownthedalles.org.
June 5 – First Friday Summer Series; Pride, 6 – 9 p.m., downtown Hood River on Oak Street, Join us for a fun festival with vendors, food and a pride parade.
June 5 – Troutdale First Friday Street Fair, downtown Troutdale. The summer street fair expands the monthly First Friday event into Historic Columbia River Highway, with more than 80 vendors, sidewalk dining, local beers, live music at Mayors Square, kids’ activities, and much more! www.troutdaleoregon.gov/community/page/first-friday.
June 6 – The Dalles Farmers Market Kick Off 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. at The Dalles City Park, 707 Union St, The Dalles, OR 97058. Every Saturday, from the first Saturday in June to the second Saturday of October, the market transforms downtown City Park with colorful stalls and the enticing aroma of fresh local produce, artisan goods, live music, and a lively community celebration supporting regional farmers and makers. https://www.thedallesfarmersmarket.com/
June 6 – LapQuest Mountain Bike Event, 8:30 a.m., 199 Crablett Way, Cascade Locks OR, a grassroots social ride event with an endurance challenge. LapQuest is a community-building event to celebrate the amazing volunteers who help build and maintain the trails we love to ride in Cascade Locks. cascadelocks.com/event-calendar.
June 7 – Summer Concert Series at Skamania Lodge, 1131 SW Skamania Lodge Way Stevenson, WA 98648. Enjoy live music by Pacific Northwest artists spanning pop, blues, country, rock, jazz, folk, and more. Held weekly at The Backyard Grill from 5-7pm. skamania.com 509-314-4177
June 6 – 7, Free Fishing Weekend, myodfw.com/articles/2026-free-fishing-days-and-events
June 11-14 – Maupin Madness Motorcycle Rally, Maupin Madness started as a one day poker run and has grown into a weekend-long event with routes along some of the best roads in the west. The event is a fundraiser for local non profit organizations. Held annually, second weekend in June. • maupinmadness.com / (541) 993-1708
June 13 – Stevenson Farmers Market, Mid-June to Mid-October, 10am-2pm. Experience the only waterfront farmers market in the Gorge! Fresh local produce, support for small businesses, and a fun, welcoming space for friends and families to gather—making life in Skamania County better! stevensonmainstreet.org/farmersmarket
June 13 – 14 — Bickleton Pioneer Picnic & Rodeo, Cleveland Park, Lee St in Bickleton, WA 99356. Starting back in 1910, this has been an annual event ever since. Dry camping is available on the Cleveland Park grounds. The antique carousel will run Friday – Sunday. Bickletonrodeo.com
June 14 – Second Sunday Skate Night, 4-6 p.m., at the Underwood Community Center, 951 School House Rd, Underwood, WA 98651. All ages. Bring your gear. mtadamschamber.com/events.
June 16 – White Salmon Farmer’s Market, 4 – 7 p.m. on Tuesdays at Rheingarten Park.
June 18 – Nights in White Salmon Makers Market, 5 – 9 p.m., Live entertainment, specials and happenings throughout downtown White Salmon, Washington. explorewhitesalmon.com/events
June 19-21 – Gorge Blues & Brews Festival, at the Skamania County Fairgrounds, 710 SW Rock Creek Drive, Stevenson, WA 98648. Microbrews and wines from the Columbia Gorge, food and live blues music. parks@co.skamania.wa.us.
June 20 – Solstice at Stonehenge Campout and Ceremony, Maryhill Museum of Art 35 Maryhill Drive Goldendale, WA 98620. Celebrate the summer solstice with music, movement, and camping at Maryhill Museum, followed by a sunrise ceremony at the Stonehenge Memorial Monument overlooking the Columbia River. maryhillmuseum.org/calendar
June 20-21 – Glenwood Ketchum Kalf NPRA annual Rodeo. Thrilling NPRA Rodeo action, kids’ games and a Western beer garden. Glenwood, Washington. 509-364-3427 facebook.com/Glenwood-Ketchum-Kalf-Rodeo or www.ketchumkalfrodeo.com
June 23 – White Salmon Farmer’s Market, 4 – 7 p.m. on Tuesdays at Rheingarten Park.
June 26 – Movies in the Park, 7-10 p.m., at Imagination Station, 1900 SW Cherry Park Rd, Troutdale, OR, 97060. In addition to free popcorn, we will be welcoming several vendors who will be selling a variety of food options right next to the viewing area. You can also bring your own picnic to enjoy on the field! troutdaleoregon.gov/rec/page/movies-park.
June 26 – United Way Annual Auction, join United Way of the Columbia Gorge for our annual concert and auction to support Wasco and Sherman counties non-profits. unitedwaycolumbiagorge.org
June 27 – Starry Night Campout and Stargazing, Camp under the stars at Maryhill Museum and enjoy guided stargazing with Troy Carpenter from the Goldendale Observatory. Starts at 4pm. maryhillmuseum.org/calendar sorcha@maryhillmuseum.org 509-773-3733
June 27-28 – Explore The Dalles Drain Raider Bass Tournament, launches at The Dalles Marina, 101 North Basin Road, The Dalles, OR 97058. Drain Raider Pro Team Series – Qualifier 2-day combined weight team tournament to qualify for The Championship, or fish individual tournaments. This event is open to the public. drainraiderproteamseries.com.
June 30 – White Salmon Farmer’s Market, 4 – 7 p.m. on Tuesdays at Rheingarten Park.
JULY
July 3 — The Dalles First Friday, Join downtown merchants and restaurants for sales, food & drink specials, live music & extended opening hours, for more details and to hear about other special events and activities visit. downtownthedalles.org.
July 4 – Fort Dalles Fourth Fireworks & Parade. Celebrate from dawn to dusk in The Dalles. From the thrilling Rocket Run and Community Breakfast to the vibrant Hometown USA Parade and dazzling Fireworks Display over the stunning Columbia River Gorge, Fort Dalles Fourth offers a full day of excitement for all. Fourth of July Fireworks begin at 10 p.m.
July 4 – Hood River Annual Parade and Fireworks 10 a.m., parade on the Heights in Hood River on Pacific and 12th Streets. Fireworksstart at 10p.m. over the Columbia River on the Port of Hood River. A community tradition that is free with donations. hoodriverfireworks.com
July 4 – Demolition Derby & Truck Pull, at the Klickitat County Fairgrounds, 903 N. Fairgrounds Road, Goldendale, WA 99356. Join us for the July Fourth Demolition Derby & Truck Pull. Roaring engines, thrilling crashes and much more. Don’t Miss it! 509-250-2001. goldendalechamber.org.
July 4 – Traditional 4th of July Celebration with Fireworks Display. Live music and fireworks at dusk at Skamania County Fairgrounds, 710 SW Rock Creek Drive, Stevenson, WA 98648. parks@co.skamania.wa.us.
July 4 – White Salmon 4th of July, Parade and music in the park under shaded seating.
July 4 – Independence Day Picnic & Ice Cream Social, Carson Wa. Celebrate 250 years of independence in Carson! Bring a picnic, enjoy live music, free ice cream, community fellowship, and a visit from former Sheriff Brown. facebook.com/WindRiverBA
July 4 – Cascade Locks Independence Day, food and craft vendors and live music. Fireworks start at dusk. portofcascadelocks.gov.
July 7 – Music in the Market, 4:30 p.m., at Mayors Square, 114 E. Historic Columbia River Highway, Troutdale, OR 97060. Troutdale’s summer celebration of community, food, and live entertainment! Held every Tuesday evening in July and August. troutdaleoregon.gov/community/page/music-market.
July 7 – White Salmon Farmer’s Market, 4 – 7 p.m. on Tuesdays at Rheingarten Park.
July 10-11 – 100th year of Goldendale Community Days, Main Street, Goldendale, WA 98620. A vibrant celebration filled with music, a car show, food, and more. Dive into the fun in our small town and make lasting memories! For more info, contact the City of Goldendale 509-773-3771 or The Goldendale Chamber of Commerce 509-773-3400. Goldendalechamber.org.
July 11-12 – A Night out at the Museum, 4pm. -10pm. Camp out on Maryhill’s Great Lawn on a starry night for stories, stargazing, and guided telescope viewing with Rose City Astronomers and guests. Maryhill Museum of Art, Goldendale, Washington. www.maryhillmuseum.org
July 12 – Second Sunday Skate Night, 6 – 8 p.m., at the Underwood Community Center, 951 School House Rd, Underwood, WA 98651. All ages. Bring your gear. mtadamschamber.com/events.
July 13-18 – Gorge Downwind Champs, Weeklong downwind paddling festival for OC’s, Surfski’s, and SUP’s.Stevenson WA. gorgedownwindchamps.com facebook.com/GorgeDownwindChamps/
July 14 – White Salmon Farmer’s Market, 4 – 7 p.m. on Tuesdays at Rheingarten Park.
July 14 – Music in the Market, 4:30, at Mayors Square, 114 E. Historic Columbia River Highway, Troutdale, OR 97060. Troutdale’s summer celebration of community, food, and live entertainment! Held every Tuesday evening in July and August. troutdaleoregon.gov/community/page/music-market.
July 12-14 – Pioneer Picnic and Rodeo, 115th year of tradition in Bickleton, Washington. Come ride the 1905 antique Carousel. NPRA rodeo on Saturday and Sunday at 1pm. Located at Cleveland Park. Visit Bickleton Musuem facebook for more information or bickletoncommunity.org
July 16 – Nights in White Salmon Spring Artisan Market, 3 – 7 p.m., Live entertainment, specials and happenings throughout downtown White Salmon, Washington. explorewhitesalmon.com/nights-in-white-salmon/.
July 21 – Music in the Market, 4:30, at Mayors Square, 114 E. Historic Columbia River Highway, Troutdale, OR 97060. Troutdale’s summer celebration of community, food, and live entertainment! Held every Tuesday evening in July and August. troutdaleoregon.gov/community/page/music-market.
July 21 – White Salmon Farmer’s Market, 4 – 7 p.m. on Tuesdays at Rheingarten Park.
July 23-26 – Pony Party, Cascade Locks, 10 a.m.- 2p.m. Join the Cascade Locks Historical Museum and celebrate the annual event trains and community. 417 SW Portage Rd., Cascade Locks, OR 97014. www.cascadelocksmuseum.org
July 23-26 – Columbia Gorge Bluegrass Festival, Concerts, workshops, and contests at the Skamania County Fairgrounds, 710 SW Rock Creek Drive, Stevenson, WA 98648. (509)427-3980, facebook.com/CGBluegrassF/
July 24-26 – Bridge of the Gods Kite Fest & Gorge Blowout, A freestyle competition for the youth of our sports in kiteboarding and Wing foiling. Held at East Point Kite Beach in Stevenson, Washington, this event acts as a springboard for amateurs to launch their professional careers and to showcase sponsored riders. The Gorge Blowout is a 17 mile downwind race from Stevenson Washington to Hood River Oregon. The Gorge Blowout has been taking place since 1980. The race happens on the same weekend as BOTG Kitefest. Open to all Vessels. instagram.com/botgkitefestival Rachel: (209)559-1952
July 25 – 26 – Explore The Dalles-Drain Raider Bass Tournament, launches at The Dalles Marina, 101 North Basin Road, The Dalles, OR 97058. Drain Raider Pro Team Series – Qualifier 2-day combined weight team tournament to qualify for The Championship, or fish individual tournaments. This event is open to the public. drainraiderproteamseries.com.
July 28 – Music in the Market, 4:30-8 p.m., at Mayors Square, 114 E. Historic Columbia River Highway, Troutdale, OR 97060. Troutdale’s summer celebration of community, food, and live entertainment! Held every Tuesday evening in July and August. troutdaleoregon.gov/community/page/music-market.
July 28 – White Salmon Farmer’s Market, 4 – 7 p.m. on Tuesdays at Rheingarten Park.
July 31- August 2 – Trout Lake Fair, local vendors, food, music and community fun. Located in Trout Lake, Washington, Huckleberry capital of Klickitat County.
July 31- August 2 – Shaniko Days, local vendors, food, music and community fun. Located in the historic Ghost Town of Shaniko. U.S. Route 97 in Wasco County. info@shanikomusicsanctuary.com
August
August 1-2 – Bridge of the Gods Marathon, 355 Wa Na Pa Street, Cascade Locks, OR 97014. Half-Marathon, 10k and 5k and new 1K kids run and Twilight 5K options, finishing out the weekend event with a beer garden, music and expo on Thunder Island. Must Pre-register by August 1. runreg.com/bridge-of-the-gods-run-25.
August 4 – White Salmon Farmer’s Market, 4 – 7 p.m. on Tuesdays at Rheingarten Park.
August 7 — The Dalles First Friday, Join downtown merchants and restaurants for sales, food & drink specials, live music & extended opening hours, for more details and hear about other special events and activities visit. downtownthedalles.org.
August 7 – First Friday Summer Series Classic Car Show, 6 – 9 p.m., downtown Hood River. Join us for a fun festival with vendors, food and a classic car show. www.visithoodriver.com/Events
August 7-8 – Stevenson Waterfront Music Festival, at 130 SW Cascade Avenue, Stevenson, WA 98648. This festival spans the entire waterfront in Stevenson, with great live music, local food and drinks, and fun for all ages! https://www.facebook.com/StevensonWaterfrontMusicFestival
August 4 – Music in the Market, 4:30-8 p.m., at Mayors Square, 114 E. Historic Columbia River Highway, Troutdale, OR 97060 Troutdale’s summer celebration of community, food, and live entertainment! Held every Tuesday evening in July and August. troutdaleoregon.gov/community/page/music-market.
August 7 – Troutdale First Friday Street Fair, downtown Troutdale. The summer street fair expands the monthly First Friday event into Historic Columbia River Highway, with more than 80 vendors, sidewalk dining, local beers, live music at Mayors Square, kids’ activities, and much more! troutdaleoregon.gov/community/page/first-friday
August 9 – Second Sunday Skate Night, 6 – 8 p.m., at the Underwood Community Center, 951 School House Rd, Underwood, WA 98651. All ages. Bring your gear. mtadamschamber.com/events
August 7-9 – Neon Cruise and Show in The Shade. Weekend kicks off with the Neon Cruise of Friday evening downtown The Dalles. Open cruise, just like back in the day, so just show up & start showing off (burnouts are prohibited). Saturday brings the “Show in the shade” on the grass in beautiful Sorosis Park.Finally, there’s the Dufur Threshing Bee Car Show, on Sunday in the Dufur Community Park, just 13 miles South of The Dalles, starting at 9am. midcolumbiacarclub.org
August 9-10 – Dufur Threshing Bee and Car Show. The Annual Dufur Threshing Bee celebrates the harvest with demonstrations and exhibits offering a glimpse into the lives of early pioneers. dufurhistoricalsociety.org
August 11 – White Salmon Farmer’s Market, 4 – 7 p.m. on Tuesdays at Rheingarten Park.
August 11 – Music in the Market, 4:30-8 p.m., at Mayors Square, 114 E. Historic Columbia River Highway, Troutdale, OR 97060. Troutdale’s summer celebration of community, food, and live entertainment! Held every Tuesday evening in July and August. troutdaleoregon.gov/community/page/music-market.
August 12-15 – Skamania County Fair & Timber Carnival, Since 1908, Skamania’s fair brings rides, livestock shows, timber events, food, and entertainment. Junior Timber Carnival starts at 9am, Timber Carnival at 6pm. Skamania County Fairgrounds 710 SW Rock Creek Stevenson, WA 98648. skamaniafair.com info@skamaniafair.com
August 13-16 – Klickitat County Fair & Rodeo, at the 903 Fairgrounds Road, Goldendale, WA 98620. The premier event of the summer. Enjoy the Kickoff BBQ, entertainment, youth livestock, and delicious fair food. klickitatcountyfair.com.
August 13-16 – Wasco County Fair & Rodeo, at the Wasco County Fairgrounds, 81849 Fairgrounds Rd, Tygh Valley, OR 97063. A celebration of spirit, bringing together people of all ages to enjoy the excitement of rodeo action, demo derby, the charm of local exhibits, and the warmth of small-town tradition. wascocountyfair.com
August 14 – Movies in the Park, 6:30-10:00 p.m., at Imagination Station, 1900 SW Cherry Park Rd, Troutdale, OR, 97060. In addition to Free popcorn, we will be welcoming several vendors who will be selling a variety of food options right next to the viewing area. You can also bring your own picnic to enjoy on the field! troutdaleoregon.gov/rec/page/movies-park.
August 14-15 – PCT Days, at Marine Park in Cascade Locks, 355 Wa Na Pa St, Cascade Locks, OR 97014. Celebrates and promotes hiking, camping, backpacking & outdoor stewardship and offers a bit of something for everyone. pctdays.com.
August 18 – Music in the Market, 4:30-8 p.m., at Mayors Square, 114 E. Historic Columbia River Highway, Troutdale, OR 97060. Troutdale’s summer celebration of community, food, and live entertainment! Held every Tuesday evening in July and August. troutdaleoregon.gov/community/page/music-market.
August 18 – White Salmon Farmer’s Market, 4 – 7 p.m. on Tuesdays at Rheingarten Park.
August 20 – Nights in White Salmon Spring Artisan Market, 3 – 7 p.m., Live entertainment, specials and happenings throughout downtown White Salmon, Washington. explorewhitesalmon.com/nights-in-white-salmon/
August 25 – Music in the Market, 4:30-8 p.m., at Mayors Square, 114 E. Historic Columbia River Highway, Troutdale, OR 97060. Troutdale’s summer celebration of community, food, and live entertainment! Held every Tuesday evening in July and August. troutdaleoregon.gov/community/page/music-market.
August 25 – White Salmon Farmer’s Market, 4 – 7 p.m. on Tuesdays at Rheingarten Park.
Chelsea CALL on THIS….August 30 – Bickleton Community Day, 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., West Market Street, Bickleton, WA 99322. A delightful annual event held in the charming town of Bickleton. Activities include a classic car show, meet-and-greet session, raffle, homemade pie sales, food stalls, flea market, arts & crafts, vendors, street entertainment and live music. 509-896-2007 bickletonmuseum@gmail.com.
September
Sept 1– White Salmon Farmer’s Market, 4 – 7 p.m. on Tuesdays at Rheingarten Park.
September 3 – Kiwanis Annual Steak Feed, at Sorosis Park, 300 E Scenic Dr, The Dalles, OR 97058. Join us for a delicious and locally sourced steak dinner, a friendly connection, and much more. All proceeds go towards our local programs that serve Children of The Dalles and the Mid-Columbia Region. thedalleskiwanis.org
September 4 — The Dalles First Friday, Join downtown merchants and restaurants for sales, food & drink specials, live music & extended opening hours, for more details and hear about other special events and activities visit. downtownthedalles.org
Sept 4-6 – FireFest NW PNW spiritual music and arts gathering Labor Day weekend at Skamania County Fairgrounds. Camping, food, and family fun for everyone. www.firefestnw.com
September 5, 2026 Columbia River Cross Channel Swim, 8 a.m. – 11 a.m., at the Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler, 299 SW Portage Rd, Cascade Locks, OR 97014. Swimmers board the Sternwheeler in Cascade Locks, where they are ferried to the Washington side of the river to jump into the Columbia for an approximate 1.1 mile stretch to Cascade Locks. Participants ages 10 & up may take part. Participants aged 10-14 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. www.columbiariverswim.com
September 4 – First Friday Summer Series; Hispanic Heritage, 6 – 9 p.m., downtown Hood River on Oak Street. Just for fun festival with vendors, food and a lot of fun celebrating Hispanic Heritage. visithoodriver.com/events/.
September 4 – Troutdale First Friday Street Fair, downtown Troutdale. The summer street fair expands the monthly First Friday event into Historic Columbia River Highway, with more than 80 vendors, sidewalk dining, local beers, live music at Mayors Square, kids’ activities, and much more! troutdaleoregon.gov/community/page/first-friday.
September 11-13 – Gorgeous Ink Tattoo Convention, Music & Poker Run, Skamania County Fairgrounds, 710 SW Rock Creek Dr, Stevenson, WA 98648. Family friendly 3-day tattoo convention, poker run through the Columbia River Gorge, live music, traditional contests & awards, food and beverages. gorgeousinktattooconvention.com.
September 11-13 – Huckleberry Festival, Daubenspeck Park in Bingen, WA. Celebrating everything huckleberry with fresh pies, ice cream and so much more! Family fun, parade, entertainment, vendors and games. www.huckleberryfestival.com
September 12-13 – Explore The Dalles-Drain Raider Bass Tournament, launches at The Dalles Marina, 101 North Basin Road, The Dalles, OR 97058. Drain Raider Pro Team Series – Qualifier 2-day combined weight team tournament to qualify for The Championship, or fish individual tournaments. This event is open to the public. drainraiderproteamseries.com.
I emailed Juan Reyes to ask about date September 14 – El Grito, 3 – 6 p.m., at Rheingarten Park in White Salmon, the kick-off event for Hispanic Heritage Month on the Washington side of the Gorge. Live music, food, vendors. All are welcome, and admission is free.
September 13 – Second Sunday Skate Night, 6 – 8 p.m., at the Underwood Community Center, 951 School House Rd, Underwood, WA 98651. All ages. Bring your gear. mtadamschamber.com/events.
September 17 – Nights in White Salmon Spring Artisan Market, 3 – 7 p.m., Live entertainment, specials and happenings throughout downtown White Salmon, Washington. explorewhitesalmon.com/nights-in-white-salmon/.
September 18-20 – Tygh Valley Blue Grass Jamboree, 3 – 7 p.m., at 81849 Fairgrounds Rd., Tygh Valley, OR . This annual festival features live performances, workshops, and late-night jam sessions. Bring your instrument and join the “pickin’-est festival west of the Mississippi!” tyghvalleybluegrass.com
September 20 – Ride, Row, Run, 9 a.m., Maupin, Oregon, XDOGS classic adventure triathlon returns to Maupin and the Deschutes River Canyon. Stick around for the Cornhole tourney and tricycle races! trisignup.com/Race/OR/Maupin/riderrowrun.
September – Spring Creek National Fish Hatchery Open House, 61552 Hwy 14 Underwood, WA .
OCTOBER
October 3 – Concours de Maryhill, Maryhill Museum of Art 35 Maryhill Drive Goldendale, WA. An open car show welcoming all special vehicles. Enjoy a full day of vintage and unique autos on the museum grounds, concluding with an awards presentation. Free for spectators. maryhillmuseum.org/calendar
October 2 — The Dalles First Friday, Join downtown merchants and restaurants for sales, food & drink specials, live music & extended opening hours, for more details and hear about other special events and activities visit. downtownthedalles.org.
October 3 – Hood River Orchard and Ale Festival, 11 a.m. – 7 p.m., and the Hood River Event Site, Portway Ave, Hood River, OR 97031. Enjoy hard cider from local orchards and fresh hops craft beer. Live music, fall eats, craft market and Gorge vibes. www.orchardandale.com
October 3 – Logtoberfest, 12 – 6 p.m., Celebrate Skamania’s logging heritage and Sasquatch lore with family fun, kids’ activities, a plant sale, food, live music, a beer garden, and quirky contests like Hairy Legs or Dress Like a Logger! facebook.com/logtoberfestevent
October 3 – Alpaca Pumpkin Fest, 11a.m. – 5 p.m., at Cedar Creek Alpaca Farm,182 McNichols Road Cook, WA 98605. Family fun, variety of pumpkins for purchase, vendor pop-up, games for all ages. cedarcreekalpacas.com.
October 11 – Second Sunday Skate Night, 6 – 8 p.m., at the Underwood Community Center, 951 School House Rd, Underwood, WA 98651. All ages. Bring your gear. mtadamschamber.com/events.
October 9-11 – Hood River Valley Harvest Festival, Hood River Event Site,Portway Ave, Hood River. Friday 1-6p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-6 p.m., Sunday 10 a.m.-5 p.m.80+ artists gather under three giant “marketplace” tents.
October 17 – Stevenson Mushroom Festival, Unearth the secrets of fungi, indulge in delectable culinary creations, and discover a vast array of unique products by local and regional artisans. Purchase your passport book for access to events and promotions & collect stamps as you “Mushroom Hunt” in Stevenson, Washington throughout the day. Explore the activities, learn about mushrooms, and treat yourself to something wild. Additional events throughout the weekend. Learn more at stevensonmushroomfestival.com | tabatha@traversestevenson.com
October 16 – 17 – The Dalles Witches Walk & Witches Masquerade Ball. Come join The Witches Ball on Friday night at Sunshine Mill in The Dalles followed by Saturday’s annual witches Walk in The Historic downtown The Dalles with the witches parade on federal street. https://www.facebook.com/tdwitcheswalk/
October 24 – 25 – Hood River Harvest Craft Show, at the Hood River Fairgrounds, 3020 Wyeast Rd, Hood River, OR 97031.
3rd week in October – Freebridge Oktoberfest Celebration, at Freebridge Brewing, 710 E 2nd St, The Dalles, OR 97058. Featuring our German lagers, pilsners, and special festival beers alongside Bavarian food specials. Don’t miss out on contests including a “Stein Holding Competition”, a “Best Dressed Competition”, and activities for the whole family. freebridgebrewing.com
October 17 – Klickitat County Harvest Festival, 11 a.m. – 7p.m. Downtown Goldendale, Washington promises Halloween excitement! Enjoy a lively parade, experience live music, artists, vendors, trunk or treat, hay rides, corn maze and more! goldendalechamber.org
Late October – Parkdale Pumpkin Parade in Parkdale, Oregon, 11:30 a.m. visithoodriver.com/event/annual-parkdale-pumpkin-parade
Late October – Hood River Hallowine walk Join us at the annual Hood River HalloWine Walk, usually on Saturday before Halloween.Start at the Hood River Visitors Center, where you’ll get a stemless wine glass, tote bag, and passport for wine tastings at various locations. visithoodriver.com
October 31 – Hometown Halloween, Downtown Stevenson Washington celebrates Trunk or Treat and brings festive, family fun to downtown Stevenson. Visit participating businesses for candy, deals, and more! stevensonmainstreet.org
October 31 – Community Halloween Scene, 5 – 7 p.m. at the White Salmon Masonic Hall,
146 W Jewett Blvd, White Salmon WA 98672. mtadamschamber.com/events.
October 31 – Downtown Trick or Treating, on Jewett Blvd in White Salmon, with a 6 p.m. parade starting at White Salmon City Hall. /www.mtadamschamber.com/events
October 31 – Downtown Trick or Treating in The Dalles, 3p.m.- 5p.m.
October 31 – Monsters in the Park 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at City Park in The Dalles, Oregon. The event features a costume contest, games, kettle corn, cotton candy, and a haunted house.
October 31 – Downtown Trick or Treating in Hood River, 3p.m.- 5p.m.
NOVEMBER
November 8 – Second Sunday Skate Night, 6 – 8 p.m., at the Underwood Community Center, 951 School House Rd, Underwood, WA 98651. All ages. Bring your gear. mtadamschamber.com/events
November 6 — The Dalles First Friday, Join downtown merchants and restaurants for sales, food & drink specials, live music & extended opening hours, for more details and hear about other specials events and activities visit. downtownthedalles.org
November 11 – Veterans Day Parade, downtown The Dalles, Join us as we Honor our Local Veterans who have served in the United States Forces with a parade. We stand in gratitude for the brave men and women who have given so much for our freedom. thedalleschamber.com
November 25 – Christmas in the Gorge, Nov 25–Dec 13 Celebrate the season in Skamania County with parades, Santa visits, tree lightings, craft bazaars, concerts, and festive downtown activities. Experience the spirit of a small-town holiday throughout Skamania County. skamania.org
November 25 – Village Fair at Skamania Lodge, 1131 SW Skamania Lodge Way Stevenson, WA. Shop local at the annual Village Fair featuring regional artisans and merchants. Enjoy live music, cookies, coffee, and cocoa while you browse. 4–7pm. (844)432-4748 skamania.com
November 25 – Walking Man Brewing’s 26th Anniversary, at Walking Man Brewing, 240 1st St, Stevenson, WA 98648. Join us in celebrating another year of craft beer, community & good times! Live music, special release brews, prizes & more. Always Thanksgiving Eve, 6-10pm walkingmanbeer.com
November 25 – Christmas Tree lighting at Skamania Lodge, 1131 SW Skamania Lodge Way Stevenson, WA 98648. Celebrate the season with a festive tree lighting in the Gorge Room. Enjoy hot cider, cocoa, wine tasting, and holiday items in the gift shop. (844)432-4748 skamania.com
November 26 – Twin Tunnels Turkey Trot , Mosier Thanksgiving Day, registration 8:45 a.m., Turkey Trot 5K benefit Mosier Community School. Run/Walk a 5K, 12K, or Kids 1 Mile. This festive event takes place along the historic Columbia River Highway’s iconic Twin Tunnel trail. This is a paved road, closed to vehicular traffic, with views of the beautiful Columbia River Gorge. www.mosier.k12.or.us
November 26 – Turkey Trot, The Dalles Thanksgiving Day, 8 a.m. start. Annual benefit Run/Walk including a 5K, or family 1 Mile. Festivities for runners and non-runners. Lewis and Clark Festival Park W 1st St., The Dalles.
November 27 to mid-January – Dock Grade Ornament Display (daytime drive) SR14 to Jewett, White Salmon, WA.
November 27 – The Dalles Annual Starlight Parade, 6 – 8:30 p.m., downtown The Dalles. Parade is at 6 p.m. The Starlight Parade is a mesmerizing celebration of light, where the night sky comes alive with sparkling floats and the joyful spirit of the community. After the parade, enjoy a Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony with Santa at The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce. thedalleschamber.com.
November 27 –28, Free Fishing Weekend, myodfw.com/articles/2026-free-fishing-days-and-events
December
December 4-6 – Christmas in Carson, Celebrate the season in Carson with festive activities, giveaways, treats, and a community tree lighting celebration at 6:30pm. Fun for all ages all weekend long! facebook.com/people/Christmas-in-Carson/61582442935258
December 4 — The Dalles First Friday, Join downtown merchants and restaurants for sales, food & drink specials, live music & extended opening hours, for more details and hear about other specials events and activities visit. downtownthedalles.org.
December 4 – Hood River Community Tree Lighting and Street Festival, 5 – 7 p.m., with the tree lighting taking place between 5:45 – 6 :15 p.m. Festival will be held on Oak Street, with a variety of stores throughout downtown offering something for everyone. visithoodriver.com/events/.
December 4-5 – Festival of Trees, The Dalles Civic Auditorium, 323 E 4th St, The Dalles, OR 97058. A celebration of the magic and warmth of the holiday season, where creativity and community come together to shine. adventisthealth.org.
December 4-5 Christmas in the Gorge, Stevenson, Washington. A county-wide event! Starlight parade, arts and crafts bazaar, community events, business open houses, Nativity displays, and many more activities.. skamania.org/christmas-in-the-gorge
December 5 – Dreaming of a White Salmon Holiday, White Salmon, Washington’s Business Open Houses, Friends of the Library Wassail, Community Caroling, Lighting of the Christmas Tree and Menorah, S’Mores Fire Circles. www.mtadamschamber.com/events
December 6 – Maupin Holiday Festival, 1 – 5 p.m., Maupin, Oregon. A community event complete with a decorating contest, visits with Santa, hay rides,family crafts, refreshments, and a tree lighting ceremony. maupinoregon.com
Mid-December – The Dalles Sip n’ Shop, downtown The Dalles, Oregon. A festive evening of shopping, fun and holiday cheer! Sip, shop and stroll your way through historic downtown The Dalles! Celebrate this holiday season with your friends, community and favorite local businesses. downtowndalles.org
December 12 – Candy Cane Lane Parade & Festivities, Downtown Goldendale, Washington. An evening of holiday cheer in Goldendale, including a lively and colorful parade. The community will gather at The Lodge for a heartwarming hometown event. members.goldendalechamber.org
December 12 –Christmas on the Farm with Santa. Cedar Creek Alpacas, 182 McNichols Road Cook, WA 98605. Visit Santa at 12-2 p.m., Harmony of the Gorge Chorus, light display, and farm store. cedarcreekalpacas.com
December 13 – Second Sunday Skate Night, 6 – 8 p.m., at the Underwood Community Center, 951 School House Rd, Underwood, WA 98651. All ages. Bring your gear. mtadamschamber.com/events
EXTRA STUFF
January – February – The Frosty Trail, The Dalles, Oregon. Join our local scavenger hunt over the winter and complete fun challenges to support The Dalles businesses. Participants are entered into our grand prize drawing with the chance to win amazing prizes! .thefrostytrail.com
April 24-26 – Northwest Cherry Festival Downtown The Dalles, Oregon.The Northwest Cherry Festival is a longtime favorite among locals and visitors alike; the festival is set in the spectacular Columbia River Gorge and showcases The Dalles’ deep agricultural heritage and Western roots.explorethedalles.com/annual-events