Mt. Hood and The Gorge
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The Columbia River Gorge region combines one of the world's greatest rivers with some of the most spectacular mountain scenery to be found in the United States. The town of Hood River has become the center for wind surfing in the Northwest, while skiers can choose among three locations: Ski Bowl, Timberline and Mount Hood Meadows.
Events within the region:
First Fridays in Hood River | |
| Event City: Hood River Event Details: Visitors to Historic Downtown Hood River on the first Friday of every month can enjoy wonderful art, shopping, history, restaurants, wineries, breweries, and outdoor recreation. The Downtown Walking Map makes it easy to locate a variety of shops and services in Downtown Hood River. Shops range from art, books, toys, clothing, locally produced items, jewelery, outdoor gear, and much more. After exploring Hood River, visitors can enjoy a drink or a bit to eat at a variety of restaurants, wine tasting rooms, breweries, and coffee shops located in Historic Downtown | Event Dates: May 03, 2019 to Dec 07, 2019 Event Web Site: http://hoodriver.org/events-festivals/calendars/event-calendar |
Second Saturday at WAAAM | |
| Event City: Hood River Event Details: Watch our planes take off and land, and hitch a ride in one of our antique cars. Every Saturday is different ... so be sure to come often! A visit to WAAAM on a Second Saturday is bound to make you realize just how easy life is these days. People don't even give it a thought, but in 1917, it could have taken a half an hour just to get the oil warm enough to crank the car! | Event Dates: Aug 03, 2019 to Aug 01, 2020 Event Web Site: http://www.waaamuseum.org/ |
Hood River Holiday Events | |
| Event City: Hood River Event Details: Every December, Hood River is transformed into the a Holiday Snow Globe of Oregon, with the jewel of a downtown adorned by twinkly holiday lights. The town also plays host to Hood River Holidays, a month of special holiday events and activities. Shop, eat, wine-taste, stay and play with us throughout the holiday season | Event Dates: Nov 15, 2019 to Dec 31, 2019 Event Contact Phone: 800-366-3530 Event Web Site: https://hoodriverholidays.wordpress.com/events/ |
Thanksgiving Weekend Wine Events | |
| Event City: Hood River Event Details: Join Us Thanksgiving Weekend Open House Weekend Hours vary. Please call the winery to confirm. Our member wineries will have special releases, events and more | Event Dates: Nov 29, 2019 to Dec 01, 2019 Event Time: Times Vary with Wine Event Web Site: http://www.columbiagorgewine.com/thanksgiving.html |
Hood River County Blossom Time | |
| Event City: Hood River Event Details: Nothing is prettier in the spring than fruit trees in bloom, and the Hood River Valley Blossom Festival, now over 50 years old, celebrates the arrival of spring in style. Hood River Valley, which spans the north slope of Mount Hood to the south shore of the Columbia River Gorge, is the largest pear-growing region in Oregon, producing 50% of the nation's winter pear crop. It's also home to an abundance of cherry and apples orchards. The Blossom Festival is a perfect opportunity for the winter-weary to visit the Hood River Valley for a dose of Oregon's springtime sunshine. A gorgeous drive along the loop of the Hood River County Scenic Tour Route is the centerpiece of the longtime celebration, and winds through the Festival's activities at over 20 different venues. Events typically include a Blossom Fest Craft Show, Blossom Fest Quilt Show, a farm and pansy party, a grange blossom dinner, and a fire department all-you-can-eat breakfast. Visitors can also get a real taste of the Gorge at several wine and beer-tasting events. | Event Dates: Apr 01, 2020 to Apr 30, 2020 Event Web Site: http://hoodriver.org/events-festivals/chamber-events/blossom-fest |
Parkdale Fire Dept Casino Night | |
| Event City: Mount Hood - Parkdale Event Details: A Blossom Fest Activity in the Hood River Valley: A host of volunteers provide a night of entertainment including gaming, a beer and wine garden, food and local rides home to give a night you will never forget! | Event Dates: Apr 18, 2020 to Apr 18, 2020 Event Time: 5:30 - 9 |
Hard Pressed Cider Fest | |
| Event City: Hood River Event Details: Hood River's Hard Cider Scene is exploding. The event has something for everyone in the family, with live music ranging from bluegrass to classic rock, activities for kids, a variety of food vendors and some of the best cider around. More than 20 cideries will be participating, with more than 30 ciders on tap. The daylong event also features local food vendors, produce and arts vendors, a kids area and a line-up of local music, from bluegrass to classic rock | Event Dates: Apr 18, 2020 to Apr 18, 2020 Event Time: Noon to 7 Event Web Site: https://www.facebook.com/HoodRiverCiderFest/ |
Gorge Artists Open Studios Tour | |
| Event City: Hood River Event Details: Forty artist studios open to visitors! Featuring a variety of work including painting, drawing, jewelry, glass, sculpture, photography, textiles, fiber, and more. The Gorge Artists Open Studios Tour was established to build community, promote the arts, and provide opportunities for the public to experience and enjoy art in The Columbia River Gorge. | Event Dates: Apr 24, 2020 to Apr 26, 2020 Event Time: 10 - 5 Event Web Site: www.gorgeartists.org |
WAAAM Traffic Jam | |
| Event City: Hood River Event Details: Vehicles are welcome to participate in the show. On Friday registered participants and their guests "cruise the gut" and end the day with food and a drive-in movie. Saturday is the Car Show and other fun activities with judging and prizes for entrants and drawings for visitors. | Event Dates: Jul 11, 2020 to Jul 11, 2020 Event Time: 8 - 5 Event Contact Phone: (541) 308-1600 Event Web Site: www.waaamuseum.org |
Roy Webster Cross Channel Swim | |
| Event City: Hood River Event Details: At dawn on Labor Day each year, a large group of hearty souls jumps in the mighty Columbia River and swims the 1.1-mile stretch across to Hood River. | Event Dates: Sep 07, 2020 to Sep 07, 2020 Event Web Site: http://hoodriver.org/roy-webster-cross-channel-swim/ |
Hood River Fly In | |
| Event City: Hood River Event Details: Enjoy hundreds of visiting airplanes, food and activities. See airplanes close at hand and visit with the pilots. Airplane and biplane rides. Acres of free parking. Come celebrate WAAAM Air and Auto Museum’s Tenth Anniversary. Museum open 9-5. Lions Club breakfast 8am Sat/Sun. | Event Dates: Sep 12, 2020 to Sep 13, 2020 Event Contact Phone: (541) 308-1600 Event Web Site: www.waaamuseum.org |
