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Southern Oregon, Jackson, Josephine, Douglas, Curry
Counties.
Click on the Blue Titles to Visit Websites ASHLAND
/ TALENT AREA
ASHLAND ARTISANS MARKET
Lithia Artisans Market Christmas Faire! The market's local artisans showcase quality, handmade gifts. Entry is free. Held at the Historic Ashland Armory, Thanksgiving Weekend. See Website.
ASHLAND BOOK AND AUTHOR FESTIVAL
Free annual event where around 100 local authors and publishers gather to interact with the public. See Website.
BRAVA!
OPERA THEATERYoung Artist Program present a Vocal Competition Concert, Southern Oregon University Music Recital Hall The National James M. Collier Vocal Competition brings in singers from across the country
to compete. Admission is Free. For more info, see website.
4TH OF JULY PARADENow over 100 years old, this parade & celebration is what makes Ashland Oregon a
"great small town to live in". The festivities begin early with a run, followed by a grand old parade,
activities, food and entertainment in gorgeous Lithia Park, and concludes late that evening with spectacular fireworks.
CHILDREN'S HALLOWEEN CELEBRATIONThe Ashland Chamber Annual Children's Halloween Celebration is an intensely
colorful tradition celebrated each year by kids of all ages. In an effort to maintain a safe environment, the
Ashland Chamber of Commerce Halloween Committee asks the community to abide by the newly established rules and policies.
FOOD & WINE CLASSIC Sip, Sample and Celebrate Southern Oregon's bounty Ashland
style. Annual Event in November. Come experience hands-on workshops, a 3-course dinner prepared by local chefs , paired with local
wines as well as the Chef and Dessert Competitions showcasing local farms and food artisans. Lodging packages are available for travelers near and far.
FESTIVAL
OF LIGHTThe Festival of Light, a community event put on by the Ashland Chamber, begins each year the day after
Thanksgiving to kick off the holiday season. There is entertainment on the Plaza, followed by Santa's Parade and a Grand Illumination with a countdown
led by Santa and Mrs. Claus who officially turn on over one million lights all over downtown.
LET'S
GO CAMPING
Coming to an Oregon State Park in your community this summer. A fun-filled, weekend, overnight camping
excursion for novice campers of all ages. Fun for the Whole Family. By the Oregon Parks & Recreation Dept.
See website for schedules. Registrations can be made from 8 am. To 5 pm. on weekdays by calling 888-953-7677
SOUTHERN OREGON CAR SHOWSList of Annual Cars Shows in Southern Oregon and Coast.
TALENT
HARVEST FESTIVALJoin us from 10am-4pm on the first
Saturday of October for the Talent Harvest Festival - a day
filled with family fun and vibrant festivities! Downtown Talent
will be filled with vendors, artisans, growers and crafters,
children’s activities, live music on multiple stages, and much
more. If you would like to be a vendor, performer, sponsor or
volunteer, please email
harvestfestival@cityoftalent.org
SEE
RECREATION SECTION For Oregon Shakespeare Festival and other entertainment.
MEDFORD AREA
BATTLE
OF THE BONESAnnual event in
June (click for dates) at Twin Creeks Park, friendly
barbecue competition, microbrew comp, raffles, kids, more!
CHILDREN'S
FESTIVALBy the Storytelling Guild. Annual Children's Festival all ages. Britt Festival Grounds 7/12-14/09 see website.
EAGLE
POINT HIGH SCHOOL FAIR. Holiday Fair, Annual Event,
see website for dates and vendor applications or contact Andrea at 541-830-6667.
HARVEST
FESTIVALPheasant Fields Farm Pumpkin Patch annual event
in Early October. Lots of events, food & music. Fun for the
whole family. See Website for Dates and Details or call: 541-535-3873.
HISTORIC
HOLLY THEATRETours of the Historic Holly
Theatre on 226 West 6th Street, Medford is open for free tours on select Saturdays.
Visitors to the theater gain a unique insight into the theater's history and promising future. Private tours
for larger groups can also be arranged. See Website or call: 541-772-3797
HOLIDAY
BAZAAR Annual Event, Crafts, baked goods, woodwork, holiday gifts, vendors at Eagle Point Grange 541-973-8417
JACKSON
COUNTY FAIRAnd Expo Park, a variety of fairs and events throughout the year in Central Point (click for dates).
LET'S
GO CAMPING
Coming to an Oregon State Park in your community this
summer. A fun-filled, weekend, overnight camping excursion for
novice campers of all ages. Fun for the Whole Family. By the
Oregon Parks & Recreation Dept. See website for schedules.
Registrations can be made on weekdays by calling 888-953-7677
MEADOWLARK
COMIC CONPop culture and comic convention featuring
celebrity guests, artists, vendors, panels, video games, cosplay
contest and more. A day of fun for the entire family. Location:
Ramada Medford Hotel and Convention Center, 2250 Biddle Rd
Medford. Held Annually in May, See website for dates & times and
more.
ROGUE OPERARogue Opera Main Stage Productions See website.
ROGUE
RENAISSANCE FANTASY FAIR Annual Event: May (click for dates). Jackson County Expo & Fairgrounds. Jousting, Knights, Pirates, Food & Drink, Shopping, Mermaid,
Horses, Archery, and More! Click link or Call 541-499-1806
SOPEX
STAMP SHOW Annual Event. Jackson County Expo/Fairgrounds, Central Point, OR. Admission is
free. Show will feature thirteen stamp dealers selling stamps, covers, postcards and collecting supplies.
Dealers are also available to appraise and buy collections. Door prizes, free stamps and literature
at the beginners table, Most Popular Award, more. See website for info.
SO.OREGON
ARTS & LECTURESArts & Lecture Series by Jackson
County Library Foundation. See website for details.
SOPEX
Stamp Show Annual Event at Jackson County Expo/Fairgrounds, Central Point, OR. Admission is
free. Show will feature thirteen stamp dealers selling stamps, covers, postcards and collecting supplies.
Dealers are also available to appraise and buy collections. Door prizes, free stamps and literature
at the beginners table, Most Popular Award, more. See website for dates, times, info.
SOUTHERN OREGON CAR SHOWSList of Annual Cars
Shows in Southern Oregon and Coast.
STREET
PARTYHeld Annually by Thunderstruck Custom Bikes - For info see website.
TOAST
4 TAILS Fantastic food and fun! Auctions, critters, and more. Annual event by the Southern Oregon Humane Society
WILDFLOWER
SHOWAnnual Wildflower show in Shady Cove, features some 200 live Spring Wildflower
Specimens, a big Plant Sale, Boutique, Raffles, Plant and Wildlife exhibits, Botanists on hand, Local Art, a
BBQ and much more. Admission is Free donations are accepted. This show benefits the Jackson County Fire
District #4
SEE
RECREATION SECTION For Britt Music Festival and
other entertainment.
GRANTS PASS AREA
APPLEGATE
WAGON TRAIL EVENTAnnual Reenactment event with wagon trains, pioneers, music,
and more in October, Sunny Valley
ART ALONG THE ROGUEAnnual event- featuring local artists & street paint, music, fun, Free. On
"H" St. Grants Pass 541-476-5510
BOATNIK
,Annual May event at Riverside Park, features a carnival, midway
booths, music, a parade and white-water hydroplane boat races on
the Rogue River.
JOSEPHINE COUNTY FAIRGROUNDSA variety of fairs and events
throughout the year in Grants Pass. See website
LET'S GO CAMPING
Coming to an Oregon State Park in your community this summer. A fun-filled, weekend, overnight camping
excursion for novice campers of all ages. Fun for the Whole Family. By the Oregon Parks & Recreation Dept. See website for
schedules. Registrations can be made from 8 am. To 5 pm. on weekdays by calling 888-953-7677
OKTOBERFEST
BAVARIAN FESTIVAL Authentic foods, beers, dance and more at Wolf Creek Inn. See website
OREGON
LAVENDER FESTIVAL Come enjoy the wonder of lavender in the
beautiful Applegate Valley-Williams area! 3 farms, a nursery and the OSU/Master Gardener Demonstration
Garden are all open to the public. UPick, fresh lavender bouquets, oil distillation, artisan booths,
refreshments and more! See website
PIONEER DAYSAnnual pioneer event in June at Pottsville.
Adult and children's tractor pulls and parade, a fair with craft
demonstrations, swap meet and flea market, arts and crafts, live
music and children's activities.
SATURDAY ARTISAN & CRAFTERS MARKETAnnual Event May thru October,
(click for dates) on 5th St. Southern Oregon's largest festive open-air market featuring some of the finest artisans
and entertainment in the Rogue Valley.
SCRAPBOOKING
RETREATMemorial Weekend all inclusive, food, fun, demonstrations at Cascade Mountain Ranch. See website
SOUTHERN
OREGON CAR SHOWSList of Annual Cars Shows in Southern Oregon and Coast.
SEE
RECREATION SECTION For more activities and
other entertainment.
ILLINOIS VALLEY AREA
FAMILY NATURE CAMPHeld in June at Rusk Ranch Nature
Center, Cave Junction. Families enjoy guided nature activities,
eco games, animal observation, plant identification,
nature-based arts and crafts. Camps also held. Call 541-287-2164
FIREFIGHTER'S FAIR & MOON TREE RUNHeld in June at Illinois Valley
Airport, Cave Junction. This family event includes 5k and 10k
runs, breakfast, games, aircraft displays and aerial
demonstrations, informative talks, exhibits by community groups,
obstacle course. Call 541-592-4888
LET'S
GO CAMPING
Coming to an Oregon State Park in your community this summer. A fun-filled, weekend, overnight camping
excursion for novice campers of all ages. Fun for the Whole Family. By the Oregon Parks & Recreation Dept. See website for
schedules. Registrations can be made from 8 am. To 5 pm. on weekdays by calling 888-953-7677
SOUTHERN
OREGON CAR SHOWSList of Annual Cars Shows in Southern Oregon and Coast.
SEE
RECREATION SECTION For more activities and
other entertainment.
ROSEBURG AREA
CANYONVILLE
PUMPKIN & MUSICPumpkin Music celebration held in October, (click
for dates) in Canyonville. Phone: 541-430-6681
DOUGLAS
COUNTY FAIR
A variety of fairs and events
throughout the year in Central Point. See website
FESTIVAL
OF ARTS Annual South Douglas County festival of
Arts, Fine art and fine crafts by Oregon artists for sale. Live music, free art activities, free admission, free parking. 541-733-1853 See Website
GLIDE
WILDFLOWER SHOWAnnual event in April, in Roseburg area of
Glide is the largest such show in the Pacific Northwest. See
website.
LET'S
GO CAMPING
Coming to an Oregon State Park in your community this summer. A fun-filled, weekend, overnight camping excursion for novice campers of all ages. Fun for the
Whole Family. By the Oregon Parks & Recreation Dept. See website for schedules. Registrations can be made from 8 am. To 5 pm. on weekdays by calling 888-953-7677
SOUTHERN
OREGON CAR SHOWSList of Annual Cars Shows in Southern Oregon and Coast.
SEE
RECREATION SECTION For more activities and
other entertainment.
COASTAL AREA
CURRY
COUNTY FAIRGROUNDSIn Gold Beach. Annual Event Rides,
Shows, Entertainment and more See Website
EVENT
CENTER ON THE BEACHOn Gold Beach coastline for Events,
Shows, Meetings, Parties & More. Home of Curry County Fair. See
Website
SEE
RECREATION SECTION For more activities and
other entertainment.