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SUMMER GUIDE LISTINGS 2005 * Please note that all information here is subject to change. Check details online or by phone to confirm. *
may
ABATE Fossil Motorcycle and Music Festival May 27-30. Fossil, Ore. (503) 282-6488.www.fossilcampout.com One of Oregon's largest motorcycle runs and a premier music event. Activities include Strong Man and Tattoo contests, Bike Rodeo, mud wrestling and more. Also featuring rock and blues bands.
Bandon Irish Festival May 28-29. Community Center & Sprague Theater, Bandon, Ore. (541) 347-9616. Two days of wine, beer, food, crafts and live entertainment. Featuring: Zephyr Celtic Duo, Mountain Aire, Waterbound and more.
Crafts on the Coast May 28-29. Yachats Commons, Yachats, Ore. (541) 547-4738. A multimedia, juried crafts show and sale featuring more than 60 exhibitors of distinctive, gallery-quality art, handcrafts and specialty foods (including free tastings).
Gorge Amphitheatre All summer. George, Wash. (206) 628-0888. Carved in the high basalt cliffs overlooking the Columbia River gorge, the lawn-covered terraces of the Gorge Amphitheatre offer both a stunning view and outstanding acoustics. The 20,000-seat venue has earned recognition as a "venue of choice" for major artists worldwide. May 28 Sasquatch Festival with The Pixies, Modest Mouse, Kanye West, Wilco, The Arcade Fire, Bloc Party, The Be Good Tanyas and many more.
Les Schwab Amphitheater May-September. Bend, Ore. (541) 312-8510. www.bendconcerts.com May 29 Marley's Ghost
Maryhill Winery 4th Anniversary Celebration May 28-30. Maryhill Winery, Goldendale, Wash. (509) 773-1976. www.maryhillwinery.com Music, photography, exclusive tasting room specials and more.
Northwest Folklife Festival May 27-30. Seattle Center, Seattle, Wash. (206) 624-7470. www.nwfolklife.org The largest folk, ethnic and traditional arts festival "west of the other Washington." Features more than 6,000 musicians, dancers, tradition bearers and visual artists, as well as folklore exhibits, symposia, workshops, craft & cooking demonstrations and more.
Oregon Shakespeare Festival Through Oct. 30. Ashland, Ore. (541) 482-4331. www.orshakes.orgCelebrate 70 years of the Oregon Shakespeare Festival with 11 productions, three stages, 773 performances, tours, classes, talks and more. This year's plays include Richard III, George Bernard Shaw's The Philanderer, Christopher Marlowe's The Tragical History of Doctor Faustus, and Twelfth Night. Each play has different running dates; be sure to call or check the website for details.
Reds, Whites and Bluegrass May 28-30. Airlie Wineries, Monmouth, Ore. (503) 838-6013. www.airliewinery.comThe 19th annual Airlie Winery Memorial Weekend celebration offers tasting, fun and live music, as well as a full complement of Airlie wines and a 25% case discount.
Silvan Ridge-Hinman Vineyards Winery Memorial Day Weekend Celebration May 28-30. Hinman Vineyards, Eugene. (541) 345-1945. www.silvanridge.com Barrel tasting, light hors d'oeuvres, new releases and 25% off all current releases. Jazz guitar by Mike Denny and fine art by Richard Quigly, Evangeline Smedley, Karen Pidgeon, Alix Modier and Veronica French.
Washburne Park Band/Classical Series May-Sept. Agate Street at 20th Avenue, Eugene. www.ci.eugene.or.us/recLocal volunteer musicians play light band music for wind, brass, accordion and more, every Sunday evening at 6:30pm from Memorial Day through Labor Day. First concert is Tuesday, May 31.
june
Bay Area Lumberjack Competition June 25. North Bend, Ore. www.themillcasino.com World class lumberjacks from Oregon, Washington, California, New Zealand and Australia compete in traditional events for a total prize purse of more than $8,000.
The Bite of Bend June 18. Shops at the Old Mill District, Bend, Ore. More than 40 food booths, coffee and dessert tents, an "Iron Chef" competition, local beer and wine and live music throughout the day. Maktub and Mingo Fishtrap headline the evening show at the neighboring Les Schwab Amphitheater.
Black Sheep Gathering June 24-26. Lane County Fairgrounds, Eugene. www.blacksheepgathering.org Hundreds of fiber animals, a trade show, fiber arts exhibits and the Sheep-to-Shawl competition. Free talks and demonstrations, the annual meeting of the North American Shetland Sheepbreeders Association.
Bloomsday June 16. Black Swan Bookstore, Newport, Ore. (541) 265-7926. Writers on the Edge, Inc. presents Bloomsday, part of a worldwide celebration of James Joyce's Ulysses. June Rushing performs as Molly Bloom, with Joren Rushing on guitar. Celtic music and readings follow.
Blue Note Concert Series June-Sept. East Park Block, 8th & Oak, Eugene. Enjoy music on Friday evenings throughout the summer. The first concert, June 24, is a late celebration of Paul McCartney's birthday and features Beatles tunes as played by the #9 Band. Following concerts are on July 15, August 19 & 26 and Sept. 2.
Britt Festival June-September. Britt Festivals Garden & Amphitheater, Jacksonville, Ore. www.brittfest.org Britt is the Pacific Northwest's oldest outdoor music and performing arts festival. Located in Jacksonville, the naturally formed amphitheater is on the 19th century hillside estate of photographer Peter Britt. June 10 Violent Femmes / John Doe June 11 Steve Winwood June 18 Bill Engvall / Jamie Kaler June 19 Al Green / Campbell Brothers June 23 Creedence Clearwater Revisited June 24 Donovan / Tom Paxton June 25 Richard Thompson / Jane Siberry June 26 America / Al Stewart June 29 The Wallflowers
Cascade Head Music Festival Thursdays through Saturdays, June 9-25. St. Peter the Fisherman Lutheran Church, Lincoln City, Ore. (877) 994-5333. www.cascadeheadmusic.orgThis year's theme, "Beethoven, Brahms and Beyond," features world class musicians performing on original instruments, including two 19th century Viennese pianos and period string and wind instruments. Sergiu Luca directs.
Chamber Music Northwest June 27-July 31. Reed College and Catlin Gabel School, Portland, Ore. (503) 294-6400. www.cmnw.org Chamber Music Northwest presents its 34th Anniversary Festival in Portland, on the Reed College and Catlin Gabel School campuses. This year's highlights include the complete Bach Brandenburg Concertos, performed by an all-star roster including Davis Shifrin on clarinet; spotlight recitals featuring pianists Vladimir Feltsman and Anne-Marie McDermott, violinists Ani and Ida Kavafian and harpist Nancy Allen; and inspired new works by three composers-in-residence, David Schiff, Bruce Adoplhe and Lalo Schifrin.
Clark County Amphitheater All summer. Ridgefield, Wash. www.clarkcountyamp.comThe Portland/Vancouver area's first-ever world-class outdoor entertainment venue. Eight thousand seats are reserved and under a permanent, state-of-the-art acoustic roof. The remaining 10,000 seats are general admission lawn seats. June 11 Reba McEntire
Eugene Summer Concerts in the Park June-August. Various parks, Eugene. www.ci.eugene.or.us/recMeet your family and friends for delightful shows by local entertainers. Picnics are encouraged; blankets and lawn chairs are welcome. Please no glass containers, alcohol, smoking or pets. All concerts begin at 6:30 pm. June 4 We Are Bethel Celebration June 21 The Cups June 28 The Sugar Beets
Gemini Fest June 10-13. Clark Creek Campground outside Lowell, Ore. (541) 726-7431. Camping, hiking, fishing, fun, feasting and bluegrass, rock, jamgrass, world and blues music. Featuring: Groundscore, Buds of May, Ashbury Park and others.
Heartflame III June 18-19. Taft High School, Lincoln City, Ore. (541) 994-2930. A benefit by the Samaritan North Lincoln Hospital Auxiliary featuring more than 80 exhibitors of gallery-quality arts and crafts.
High Sierra Music Festival June 30-July 3. Quincy, Calif. www.hsmusic.netEvery 4th of July weekend, the High Sierra Music Festival descends upon the scenic town of Quincy, Calif. With the majestic Sierra and Feather River Canyon as a backdrop, Quincy is an ideal place for a camping music festival. The festival's eclectic span of music reaches from acoustic singer-songwriters to jam rock to live electronica; Beyond the live acts, there are parades, a craft fair, a food court, microbrews, and yoga and pilates classes to keep you occupied. Featuring: Michael Franti & Spearhead, Gov't Mule, Yonder Mountain String Band, Les Claypool, Karl Denson's Tiny Universe, Keller Williams, Maktub, Garaj Mahal, Railroad Earth, Leo Kottke & Mike Gordon, Jerry Joseph & the Jackmormons and more!
Hood River Classic Hunter/ Jumper Horse Show June 15-19. Jensen Mills Meadow. Hood River, Ore. (541) 354-2009. More than 400 of the Northwest's best hunter/jumpers and riders compete at a spectacular venue in the scenic Hood River Valley.
Island Park Rhythms June-August. Willamalane Parks, Springfield. (541) 736-4544. Willamalane's summer concert series features new sounds and old favorites. Bring a picnic lunch or dinner and meet your friends for an afternoon or evening of entertainment under the open sky. Most performances are free to attend. Light concessions are available at evening performances. Please note that alcohol is not permitted in any Willamalane Park. June 24 The Valley Boys June 29 Just for Kids Talent Show
KeyBank World Music Festival June 4. Memorial Union Quad, OSU, Corvallis, Ore. Hawaiian band Pepper, with their signature "Kona-dub-rock" sound, headline this year's World Music Festival, presented by the OSU Memorial Union Program Council. The festival, which features food, a beer garden and a variety of festivities, is free and open to the public. Featuring: Pepper, Rubberneck, Amadan, Siobhan, Aeroterra and others.
KLCC Garden Tour June 26. Eugene. (541) 463-6000. www.klcc.org "From Humble Roots: A Tour of Nine Transformed Gardens," the 12th Annual KLCC Garden Tour, invites garden enthusiasts to explore nine transformed gardens with highly individual styles. This event is a benefit for public radio station KLCC 89.7 FM.
Lake Oswego Festival of the Arts June 24-26. George Rogers Park, Lake Oswego, Ore. (503) 636-1060. www.lakewood-center.orgThe Festival of the Arts, celebrating its 42nd year in 2005, is a major regional arts event presenting the creative endeavors of recognized and emerging artists from all disciplines of the art world. Take a stroll through George Rogers Park serenaded by talented local and national artists spanning genres from jazz to Latin to funk — even a Grammy winner. Featuring: Stephanie Schneiderman, the Acoustic Guitar Summit, Mel Brown, Pepe & the Bottle Blondes and others.
Les Schwab Amphitheater (see May) June 5 Dusty 45s and the Commute Options Fair June 11 Balloons Over Bend June 12 Mariachi Viva Mexico June 17 RAIN, The Ultimate Beatles Tribute June 19 Flowmotion June 23 Lyle Lovett & His Large Band June 26 Gretchen Wilson
Local Currency Folk Festival & Summer Picnic June 11. Avery Park, Corvallis, Ore. (541) 753-0595. www.hourexchange.orgAn afternoon of music, art, crafts, locally produced goods and fun. Music performances from Dancing Moon Orchestra, Siobhan and others.
McMenamins Edgefield 94th Birthday Celebration June 3. Troutdale, Ore. www.mcmenamins.com/Edge/The Edgefield estate celebrates 94 years as a Troutdale landmark with music from Dirty Martini, performances from the Gypsy Caravan belly dancers, food specials, kids' activities and more. The party also kicks off Edgefield's beloved Little Red Shed Thursday night summer concert series and marks the official opening of the seasonal outdoor Loading Dock Grill.
Mercado Latino June-September. Broadway Plaza, Eugene. Mercado Latino is an open-air Latin American marketplace open Fridays in downtown Eugene. Authentic Latin American food, fresh produce, handcrafts, clothes, home décor and more. June 3 Grupo Condor, Ricardo Cárdenas, Sun Bossa Quartet June 10 Trio Primavera, salsa lessons with Mario Mora June 17 Festa Junina with music from Macaco Velho
Mother Earth Gathering June 16-19. Silver Falls State Park, Ore. www.middleearthgathering.com Three-day campout with live music featuring Julie Larson, Siobhan and Earth and Sea. Activities, workshops and cultural experiences for all who attend.
Music on the Half Shell June-Aug. Stewart Park, Roseburg, Ore. (541) 677-1708. www.halfshell.orgMusic On The Half Shell, founded in 1992, has grown to become one of the premier summer music events in the Pacific Northwest. The eight-concert series is held on Tuesday evenings at Nichols Band Shell. Concerts start at 7 pm. June 28 Dr. Lonnie Smith
NAMFEST 2005 June 3-5. Off Hwy. 58, Oakridge, Ore. (541) 367-2227. This Native American and Arts Festival includes a host of events, from seminars, raffles and dancing to a frybread eating contest. Native American flutists from five different states perform over the three days, and prizes are given to winning dancers in the Powwow Contest. Audience members judge the contests by making donations using a numbered bucket for each dancer. Donations go to purchasing propane for senior citizens on Pine Ridge who went without heat last winter.
Northwest String Summit June 24-26. Horning's Hideout, North Plains, Ore. www.stringsummit.comSpend three days in the beautiful and serene land of enchantment that is Horning's Hideout, and take in a Yonder Mountain String Band performance each night. A band competition, family activities and vendors round out the weekend-long experience. Featuring: Yonder Mountain String Band, Leo Kottke & Mike Gordon, The Vince Herman & Rob Wasserman Experience, Keller Williams, Split Lip Rayfield and more!
ONRC & GorgeFriends Wildflower Hikes June 3 & 5. Led by Wendell Wood. (503) 283-6343. www.onrc.orgThe Oregon Natural Resources Council and GorgeFriends lead two wildflower hikes in the Lewis & Clark-Mt. Hood wilderness proposal area: One from Angel's Rest to Wahkeena Falls and the second at Herman Creek. These "one-mile-an-hour" hikes focus on wildflower and plant identification.
Oregon Bach Festival June 23-July 10. Eugene. www.oregonbachfestival.comEach summer Helmuth Rilling, artistic director and conductor, leads two weeks of choral-orchestral concerts centering on the music and wide-ranging influence of J.S. Bach. The festival includes more than 50 programs, including chamber music, family events, and educational programs. Highlights June 23 Opening Ceremonies, Pacific International Children's Choir Festival, Hult Center June 23 & 24 La Pasion Segun San Marcos: Schola Cantorum de Caracas and Orquesta la Pasion, Hult Center June 26 Bach's Christmas Oratorio
Oregon Bluegrass Association Festivals Various Pacific Northwest locations. www.oregonbluegrass.org Highlights June 10-12 Lewis & Clark Bluegrass Festival, Pasco, Wash. June 17-19 Wenatchie River Family Bluegrass Festival, Cashmere, Wash. June 24-26 Huckleberry Jam Bluegrass Festival, Davenport, Wash.
Pacific International Children's Choir Festival June 22-June 28. University of Oregon and performance venues, Eugene. www.oregonfestivalchoirs.org Six days of music and cultural exchange in which participating singers can see and perform with individual choirs or the 300-voice Festival Chorus and work with master conductors and clinicians. This year's guest conductor is Bob Chilcott. June 22-25 Sharing Our Songs programs, Central Lutheran Church June 23 Oregon Bach Festival opening ceremonies, Hult Center June 25 Oregon Bach Festival: "On the House," Hult Center June 27 "Walk Dance Talk Sing!" Gala Concert, Hult Center
Portland Rose Festival June 2-12. Portland, Ore. www.rosefestival.orgThe Portland Rose Festival, Oregon's premier civic celebration, has been a Northwest tradition for 96 years. This unique festival bursts into bloom each spring to celebrate the City of Roses with events, excitement and entertainment for all ages. Check the website for announcements about main stage performances.
Portland Rose Garden All summer. www.rosequarter.com A classic venue for big time music and entertainment. June 18 Tony Hawk's Boom Boom HuckJam June 24 Kenny Chesney, Gretchen Wilson, Pat Green
Rural Oregon on the March June 12-18. Turner to Portland, Ore. (503) 543-8417. www.rop.orgJoin the Rural Organizing Project and rural Oregonians from across the state as they march from Turner to Portland on the Walk for Truth, Justice and Community, a chance to create a common response to the "war program," unite in action and celebrate a new vision of a better world. Walkers will set up each night as a tent city and stop at different locations each day. On Monday, the group will march on Salem with banners, flags, drums and giant puppets.
Salem World Beat Festival June 25-26. Riverfront Park, Salem, Ore. (503) 581-2004. www.worldbeatfestival.orgThe World Beat Festival features five World Villages: Asia Pacific, Europe, Africa, the Americas and a Native American Village. This unique setting invites guests to sample food, cultural crafts, children's activities, market shops and performances from various countries. More than 100 performances, workshops and demonstrations take place in the World Beat's nine venues, including a headlining performance by Obo Addy's Kukrudu.
Sasquatch Brew Fest June 4. Broadway Plaza, Eugene. www.sasquatchbrewfest.org
The Sasquatch Brew Fest, an outdoor event in downtown Eugene, features craft beers from the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Food booths, a silent auction and live music (from Syrius Jones, Tender Box, Beyond the Pale, Strange Brew and Oonie Eggan and His Bag of Tricks) round out the day's activities. Make your reservations soon for the evening Brewer's Dinner, which features multiple courses tailored to specific and unique beer styles. Proceeds benefit the Glen Hay Falconer Foundation, a non-profit agency dedicated to furthering professional brewing education.
SeaFest June 25. Hatfield Marine Science Center, Newport, Ore. (541) 867-0100. hmsc.oregonstate.edu/seafest/ Celebrate the 40th anniversary of the Hatfield Marine Science Center with the "Seas of Change" open house and marine festival. Ship and laboratory tours, speakers, kids' activities.
The Shining Stars Festival June 4-5. Lake Selmac, Southern Oregon. (541) 592-2236. www.shiningstarsfestival.comThe Shining Stars Festival is an annual event offering music, workshops, a wonderful kids' village, and clean environmental practices with local craft and food vendors. Performers include Albino, Big Island Shindig, Uprite Dub Orchestra, Americanistan and more.
Sierra Nevada World Music Festival June 17-19. Frogtown, Angel's Camp, Calif. www.snwmf.comThe Sierra Nevada World Music Festival is a three-day music and camping festival held annually over the Summer Solstice weekend. The Festival features the best of reggae and world music, a village of international crafts and food, two stages and a dancehall, a children's program of activities and on-site camping. Featuring: Toots and the Maytals, Steel Pulse, Luciano, Morgan Heritage, The Abyssinians and more.
Skinner City Farm Grand Reopening & Historic Celebration June 12. 455 W. 1st, Eugene. (541) 344-8322. Join in the grand opening of Eugene's newest community gardens and the unveiling of the historic gates designed by Susan Applegate. Interactive presentations on local history, old-time games, food and fun.
Strawberry Mountain Wine, Brew and Art Festival June 25. Fairgrounds, John Day, Ore. (800) 769-5664. Wine and microbrews, food, art, crafts and live music.
Summer Arts Festival June 24-26. Fir Grove Park, Roseburg, Ore. (541) 672-2532. Douglas County's biggest arts show unfolds with about 130 artist vendors spread across Fir Grove Park. Furniture makers, painters, potters, wood carvers, jewelry makers and more display their wares while food vendors offer a variety of treats. Live music from country to jazz happens over the three days, with Paul deLay as the Saturday night headliners.
Summer in the Vineyard Concert Series All summer. Secret House Vineyard, Veneta, Ore. (541) 935-3774. June 21 Lucinda Williams
Summer Solstice Celebration June 18. Wise Acres Farm, Pleasant Hill, Ore. (541) 736-0164. Herb walks and farm tours, potluck lunch, song circles, games, music, No Talent Show. Also features a Health & Herbal Bazaar with vendors of live medicinal plants, tinctures, elixirs, salves, desserts and more.
We Are Bethel Celebration June 4. Petersen Barn Park and Community Center, Eugene. (541) 682-6042. The fourth annual We Are Bethel Celebration includes Music in the Parks and Eugene Public Library Summer Reading Program kickoff activities as well as a community sidewalk parade and milk toast, youth carnival, puppet show, sidewalk parade, art gallery, food vendors, blood drive and more!
White River Amphitheatre Concerts Auburn, Wash. www.whiteriverconcerts.comJune 4 107.7 The End's Endfest with Social Distortion, Queens of the Stone Age, Interpol, Hot Hot Heat, Pretty Girls Make Graves and more.
Wilderness Week June 18-26. Various locations, Ore. (541) 552-1782. www.oregonwild.orgA week of hikes, campouts, fishing trips, and other adventures into Oregon's unprotected roadless forests. All hikes are guided by local experts. Experience first-hand why these unique places are so deserving of Wilderness protection and find out what you can do to help protect them for future generations.
World Wellness Weekend June 18-19. Southern Oregon University, Ashland, Ore. (541) 552-1782. www.worldwellness.orgMulti-dimensional event with more than 100 exhibitors and vending booths, food court, more than 70 classes and workshops, and 16 featured speakers and entertainers, including keynote speakers Martin Luther King III and Robert Kennedy, Jr.
july
Art & the Vineyard July 1-4. Alton Baker Park, Eugene. www.artandthevineyard.org
Art & the Vineyard is the Northwest's top art, wine, and music festival, staged along the banks of the Willamette River in Eugene's scenic Alton Baker Park. The festival's mission is "to present the premier art and wine festival in the Southern Willamette Valley." The festival attracts more than 25,000 attendees. Art & the Vineyard is a benefit fundraiser for the Maude Kerns Art Center, a non-profit art center and gallery serving the greater Eugene/Springfield community.
Baxter Auto Parts Portland Historic Races July 8-10. International Raceway, Portland, Ore. Nearly 250 prestigious vintage race cars compete according to age and horsepower. Get up close and personal with these machines. More than 900 collector cars and hot rods are also on display.
Bohemia Mining Days July 14–17. Coiner Park, Cottage Grove, Ore. (541) 942-5064. www.bohemiaminingdays.orgEvery year, Cottage Grove closes down Main St. for mining displays, gold panning, food booths, live music and a carnival. This year's theme is "Legacy of Bohemia Nelson."
Britt Festival (see June) July 1 Steve Miller Band (Lithia Motors Amphitheater) July 2 Pink Martini / Paris Combo July 3 Rising Stars: The Waifs, Jackie Greene, The Duhks July 13 John Hiatt and North Mississippi Allstars July 14 The B-52s July 15 Randy Travis July 17 Chris Isaak July 18 Boz Scaggs July 21 Pat Benatar & Neil Giraldo / Oppera featuring Martika July 22 The Kingston Trio July 23 POCO / Pure Prairie League July 24 Marc Cohn / Suzanne Vega July 26 Tears For Fears / Jimmy Chamberlain Complex July 28 Mark Knopfler / William Topley July 29 Earl Scruggs
Clark Co. Amphitheater (see June) July 4 Judas Priest & Queensryche July 31 Motley Crüe
Coburg Free Concerts in the Park July-August. Pavillion Park, Coburg. (541) 345-5706. July 21 Etouffee
Community Celebration & 3rd Annual Fireworks July 3-4. Riverbend Park, Winston, Ore. (541) 679-8721. Family activities, a parade and live music followed by spectacular fireworks at Riverbend Park.
Cuthbert Amphitheater All summer. Alton Baker Park, Eugene. www.hultcenter.com July 12 The Chieftains
da Vinci Days July 15-17. Oregon State University, Corvallis, Ore. www.davinci-days.orgEstablished in 1987 as Corvallis' celebration of art, science, and technology, the Festival features the creative genius of the dVD Kinetic Sculpture Race, the Community Art Project, the da Vinci Film & Video Festival, the Avenue of Imagination, the OPB Children's Village with hands-on activities for children, the Entek Electrathon, Robotics, street performers, music and entertainment, the International Food Court, and much more.
Eugene Summer Concerts in the Park (see June) July 5 The Vipers (Petersen Barn) July 12 Shandi and the Inclines (Amazon Center) July 19 Complicated (Churchill Youth Sports Park) July 26 Various rap artists (Washington Jefferson Bridge)
Faerieworlds Festival July 23-24. Secret House Winery, Veneta, Ore. www.faerieworlds.com Imaginosis and Woodland Productions present the Faerieworlds Festival on the beautiful grounds of the Secret House Winery. Each year, the festival features pre-eminent artists, writers and musicians from around the world who continue to embody and preserve the faerie tradition in their work. This year's festival once again coincides with the Full Moon and the Celtic summer festival of Lunar Lunasa. Featuring: Solas, Karan Casey Band, Woodland, Kevin Burke, Trillian Green, art by Brian Froud and Jody Bergsma, Toby Froud and many more musicians and artists.
Florence 4th of July July 4. Old Town, Florence, Ore. (541) 997-3128. All of Old Town extends an invitation to enjoy the food, shopping, activities, water sports and more that Florence has to offer. Head out on a fireworks cruise on the sternwheeler or watch from the bank as a spectacular fireworks display explodes over the river. Live music, too!
Gorge Amphitheater (see May) July 2 Widespread Panic with Camper Van Beethoven July 3 Widespread Panic with Cracker July 9 Vans Warped Tour July 23 KUBE Summer Jam with New Edition, Ciara, Nas, others July 27-30 Creation Festival July 31 Zooma Tour with Trey Anastasio & Ben Harper
Greenwaters Music Festival July 16. Oakridge, Ore. (541) 782-4146. The City of Oakridge presents the 2nd annual Greenwaters Music Festival. Live music at the new Siuslaw Bank Amphitheater, arts, crafts, outdoor recreation vendors, hiking and mountain bike tours.
Island Park Rhythms (see June) July 1 Cambalache July 7 ComedySportz July 9 Children's Celebration July 12 Inoke July 14 Destination DJ July 16 The Cheeseburgers July 20 Dr. Delusion's Illusions July 22 Voodoo Mountain Zydeco July 27 Mad Science of Portland presents Spin, Pop, Boom! July 29 The Sugar Beets
Jerry Garcia Birthday Bash July 31. McMenamins Edgefield, Troutdale, Ore. www.mcmenamins.com/edge A festive tribute to the legendary icon and guitarist of the Grateful Dead with music from the Freak Mountain Ramblers and The Garcia Birthday Band. Between sets, raise a pint to the bewhiskered one in his namesake pub, Jerry's Ice House, or stroll down the 7th fairway and pay tribute at the Jerry Statue — which you can also encounter by joining the Tie-Dye Golf Tournament.
Les Schwab Amphitheater (see May) July 3 The Best of Central Oregon July 10 The Bond Brothers July 15 Super Diamond July 17 Tiempo Libre July 23 Luis Palau Evangelical Youth Concert July 24 Old School Freight Train July 24 Cascade Children's Festival July 31 Daara J
Linn County Fair July 21-24. Linn County Fair & Expo Center, Albany, Ore. www.linncountyfair.comMain Stage Music: July 21 Starship July 22 Aaron Tippin July 23 Dierks Bentley
Mercado Latino (see June) July 1 Grupo Condor, salsa lessons with Mario Mora July 8 Ricardo Cárdenas, Sun Bossa Quartet
Moonlight Serenade & Cinema July 15-August 12. Broadway Plaza, Eugene. IMPACT! Arts brings the outdoor movie theater to Eugene on Friday nights this summer. Music begins at 7 and the feature follows. Be sure to bring blankets, lawn chairs and pillows! July 15 Jurassic Park July 29 Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid
Music on the Half Shell (see June) July 5 Ladysmith Black Mambazo July 12 Chicago Blues Reunion Band July 19 Dave Mason Band July 26 Bruce Hornsby Northwest World Reggae Festival July 22-24. Horning's Hideout, North Plains, Ore. www.nwworldreggae.comThe first Northwest World Reggae Festival promotes a love of our planet and the people who live upon it through conscious music and a progressive group of vendors and sponsors. The festival coincides with and celebrates the 113th anniversary of the birth of Emperor Haile Selassie I on July 23. Featuring: Prezident Brown and the Solid Foundation, Mike Dread and the Dread at the Controls Band, Norma Fraser, Everton Blender and the Blen Dem Band and many more.
NW Herb Fest July 23-24. Wise Acres Farm, Pleasant Hill, Ore. (541) 736-0164. www.herbaltransitions.comExperience classes designed to empower you with the knowledge of herbal healing. Enhance your life and the lives of your friends with newly gained wisdom and skills from 11 renowned herbalists and physicians. Beginning and advanced classes offered simultaneously.
Oregon Bach Festival (see June) Highlights July 1 Kronos Quartet, Hult Center July 3 Felix Mendelssohn's The Uncle From Boston, American premiere, Hult Center July 7 Handel's L'Allegro July 8 Imani Winds July 10 Hayden's The Creation, Hult Center
Oregon Beer Week July 23-31. Portland, Ore. A weeklong celebration of craft beer from the same people behind the Oregon Brewers Festival. July 23 Beer & Sausage Fest, Raccoon Lodge & Brewpub. (503) 296-5910. www.raclodge.comJuly 26 Rogue Ales beer & chocolate dinner & tasting with Fred Eckhardt. (503) 222-5910. www.rogue.comJuly 27 Oregon Brewers Dinner, a fund-raiser for the Oregon Brewers Guild. (503) 465-0013. www.oregonbeer.comJuly 27-31 On the Edge Beer Festival featuring Oregon craft brews and breweries not taking place in the Oregon Brewers Festival. (503) 232-2202. July 28 Glen Hay Falconer BrewAm Golf Tournament, Edgefield Inn, Troutdale.
Oregon Bluegrass Association (see June) Highlights July 1-4 Wheeler County Bluegrass Festival, Fossil, Ore. July 8-10 Music on the Mountain, Detroit, Ore. July 23 Grassroots Acoustic Music Festival, Salem, Ore.
Oregon Brewers Festival July 28-31. Tom McCall Waterfront Park, Portland, Ore. www.oregonbrewfest.comCelebrating its 18th year in 2005, the Oregon Brewer's Festival is North America's largest gathering of independent brewers. Seventy-two breweries offer handcrafted brews to approximately 80,000 beer lovers during this four-day event. No judging, just an opportunity for craft-brew lovers to enjoy products from some of the nation's finest breweries.
Oregon Coast Music Festival July 21-30. Various locations in the Coos Bay area, Ore. www.oregoncoastmusic.com July 21 Craicmore, North Bend July 22 Molly Jo Bessey, soprano, North Bend July 23 Samba Ja, Charleston; "It's About Time" Dance Band, North Bend July 24 John Stowell Trio, Charleston July 25 John Stowell Trio, Bandon July 26 Orchestra Concert I, Coos Bay July 27 Jazz at Jardin's with Dozier-Jarvis-Young Quartet, Coos Bay July 28 Orchestra Pops Concert, Coos Bay July 29 Oregon Renaissance Band, Coos Bay July 30 Bay Area Concert Band & Orchestra Concert II, Coos Bay Oregon Country Fair July 8-10. Near Veneta, Ore. www.oregoncountryfair.orgThis year, the Fair celebrates 37 years of world class entertainment on 15 stages, handmade crafts, delectable foods, educational displays, kids' activities and magical surprises at every turn of the path, all provided for you by more than 700 artisans and 50 food booths. Main Stage features: David Lindley, Donna Jean Godcheaux & the Heart of Gold Band, The Zen Tricksters, Jason Webley, Dr. Andrew Weil, Winona LaDuke, The March Fourth Marching Band and much more.
Oregon Jamboree July 29-31. Sweet Home, Ore. (541) 367-8800. www.oregonjamboree.com
The Oregon Jamboree in Sweet Home is the Northwest's premier country music and camping festival. Located in the foothills of the scenic Cascade Mountains, the festival takes place in a 7-acre park-like setting and offers an intimate concert experience, as well as RV and tent camping, food booths, beer and wine gardens and special displays. Featuring: SheDaisy, Travis Tritt, Merle Haggard, Lonestar, Julie Roberts, Sawyer Brown and others.
Oregon Zoo/Wells Fargo Summer Concert Series July-August. Portland, Ore. www.oregonzoo.orgIn 1979, the Oregon Zoo became the first zoo in the nation to host a summer concert series. Pack a picnic, wave at the animals and enjoy world class music on the park-like concert lawn. July 6 Ladysmith Black Mambazo July 9 John Hiatt with the North Mississippi Allstars July 13 Chicago Blues Reunion July 15 Chris Isaak July 17 Indigo Girls July 20 Rosie Ledet Zydeco Dance Party July 22 Marc Cohn and Suzanne Vega July 27 Norton Buffalo & The Knockouts July 29 Bruce Hornsby
Piano Festival Northwest July 10-17. World Forestry Center, Portland, Ore. (503) 725-5400. www.fpa.pdx.edu/prs Now in its 7th year, the Piano Festival Northwest assembles an outstanding roster of pianists sure to stimulate, inspire and entertain. Films, lectures, workshops and master classes round out the festival, which is held in the beautiful World Forestry Center near the Oregon Zoo. Featuring: Bruce Adolphe, Marilyn Nonken, Michael Roll and others.
River Rhythms Concert Series July-August. Monteith Riverpark, Albany, Ore. www.riverrhythms.orgAlbany Parks & Recreation presents the 2005 River Rhythms concert series. Performances begin at 7 pm. Art activities for children begin at 5:30 pm behind the adjacent Albany Senior Center. Food booths open at 5 pm. July 7 Chubby Carrier July 14 Sugarland July 28 The Coats
Riverbends Live! July. Riverbend Park, Winston, Ore. (541) 679-9732 Free live concerts at 7pm every Friday in July. July 22 & 23 are traditionally children's theater. All events start at 7pm.
Sagebrush Classic July 15-16. Bend, Ore. (503) 332-5000. www.sagebrush.org The Sagebrush Classic is a culinary and golf event which raises funds for the Deschutes Children's Foundation. Chefs from around the world converge on Bend for the weekend to prepare a culinary extravaganza. First-time chefs from as far away as Germany, Australia and Vietnam join returning chefs from Oregon, Washington, Hawaii and beyond — but not until after the 52-team amateur best-ball tournament.
Springfield Utility Board's Light of Liberty Celebration July 4. Island Park, Springfield. (541) 746-8451. A festive 4th of July with fireworks (synchronized to patriotic music) over the Willamette, food vendors, activities for kids, and music by Riders in the Sky and Irish Echo. The $5 admission goes to aid low-income families with wintertime heating bills (kids, veterans and families of active military personnel get in free).
Summer in the Vineyard Concert Series (see June) July 15 Indigo Girls
Umpqua Valley Art & Wine Festival July 16-17. Fir Grove Park, Roseburg, Ore. (541) 672-2352. Enjoy wine tastings and feast on a variety of food offerings while roaming rows of arts and crafts at this event, sponsored by the Umpqua Valley Arts Association. Music guests include Lloyd Jones and Incendio.
Waterfront Blues Festival July 1-4. Tom McCall Waterfront Park, Portland, Ore. www.waterfrontbluesfest.comThe Safeway Waterfront Blues Festival, now in its 18th year, is the second largest blues festival in the nation. Beyond blistering blues performances on the banks of the Willamette River, the festival also offers activities for kids, blues cruises and blues workshops. Admission is a suggested daily donation of $5 and two cans of food, collected for the Oregon Food Bank. Featuring: Buddy Guy, Mavis Staples, Shemekia Copeland, Kenny Neal & Billy Branch, Winners of the International Blues Competition and more.
White River Amphitheatre Concerts (see June) July 17 Anger Management Tour 3 with Eminem, 50 Cent and Lil' Jon July 30 Motley Crüe
Willamette Valley Relay July 15-16. Champoeg State Park to Eugene. www.wondersofwalking.com The Northwest's premier long-distance walking event, the Willamette Valley relay takes walkers of all levels on a scenic and challenging 135-mile journey through our own backyard. Walking teams have 12 members each, but individual walkers who want to participate or teams short a few members can be matched with other interested participants.
Wyland's Ocean Challenge July 3-5. Oregon Coast Aquarium, Newport, Ore. www.aquarium.orgA three-day event with fun activities to teach about the ocean's creatures and the wonders of water. A clean-up challenge, giant community mosaic, learning stations and films all weekend long highlight clean water and the inhabitants that depend on it.
Zoolala: Big Mountain Boogie July 16. Oregon Zoo, Portland, Ore. www.oregonzoo.comThe 6th annual Zoolala features culinary delights from nearly 30 of Portland's premier restaurants, bakeries, breweries, wineries and coffee houses, as well as live music. Proceeds from the Zoolala will go toward the new Black Bear Ridge exhibit at the zoo.
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Bend Brew Fest August 19-20. Les Schwab Amphitheater, Bend, Ore. Twenty Pacific Northwest brewers present more than 40 craft beers for public tasting at the 2nd annual Bend Brew Fest.
Britt Festival (see June) August 5 Caitlin Tully / Britt Orchestra August 6 Lynn Harrell / Britt Orchestra August 8 Arianna String Quartet (SOU Recital Hall, Ashland) August 11 B.B. King Blues Festival (Lithia Motors Amphitheater) August 12 Mûza Rubackyté / Britt Orchestra August 13 Orchestra All-Stars / Britt Orchestra August 14 Family Concert: The Elastic Band Returns/Britt Orchestra August 19 Alvaro Cassuto / Barbara Nissman / Britt Orchestra August 20 Leila Josefowicz / Britt Orchestra August 22 Doobie Brothers August 23 Medeski, Martin and Wood / The Bad Plus August 27 STREB August 28 Garth Fagan Dance Company August 31 Trio! Bela Fleck, Stanley Clarke and Jean-Luc Ponty
Cascade Festival of Music August 27-Sept. 3. Bend, Ore. www.cascademusic.orgMurry Sidlin, Festival artistic director, celebrates his 10th year with the Cascade Festival of Music, which is recognized throughout the Northwest for it quality of offerings and outstanding performances. This year includes the music of Tchaikovsky and Bernstein, a performance by BeauSoleil and much more.
Celtic Highland Games August 19-21. Riverbend Park, Winston, Ore. (541) 764-2431. www.whitehorsecoffee.com/HighlandGames.htmJoin the Douglas County Scottish Society for a weekend of live Celtic music, traditional dress, Scottish Heavy Events Athletics, dancing, food and more.
Clark County Amphitheater (see June) August 26 James Taylor
Coburg Free Concerts in the Park (see July) August 4 Riffle August 18 TBA
Eugene Summer Concerts in the Park (see June) August 2 Multicultural Festival featuring Etoufee and Dr. Delusion
Filbert Festival Aug. 5-7. Island Park, Springfield. (541) 746-6750. www.filbertfestival.comLive entertainment, fireworks, the NW Harmonica Championships, Nutty Kingdom for kids, ice cream social, food court, artists' marketplace, community booths, and more! Local and national musicians perform on the Main Stage all three nights. Featuring: The Vipers with Deb Cleveland, Misty River, Mo'fessor and others.
Gorge Amphitheatre (see May) August 13 Jack Johnson August 19-21 Dave Matthews Band with North Mississippi Allstars August 27 James Taylor
Homowo African Storytelling August 20. Jamison Square, Portland, Ore. www.homowo.orgHonoring one of the most ancient rituals in African culture, Homowo African Arts presents Homowo African Storytelling, a daylong celebration of African folk stories told around the glowing embers of a fire.
Island Park Rhythms (see June) August 4 Cwerks, Inc. presents Jack and the Beanstalk August 10 Rich Glauber August 12 I & I Reggae
Lane County Fair August 16-21. Lane County Fairgrounds, Eugene. www.atthefair.comMain Stage performers: August 16 Hoobastank August 17 John Michael Montgomery August 18 Diamond Rio August 19 David Lee Roth August 20 Tracy Byrd
Les Schwab Amphitheater (see May) August 7 Valerie Smith & Liberty Pike, Fragment Band August 13 Alison Krauss & Union Station August 14 Remedy Motel August 16 Jack Johnson, ALO, Matt Costa August 21 Laurie Lewis & Tom Rozum August 23 James Brown August 28 Molly's Revenge
Mercado Latino (see June) August 12 Edson Oliveira, Ricardo Cárdenas August 19 Grupo Condor August 26 Salsa lessons with Mario Mora
Moonlight Serenade & Cinema (see July) August 5 King of Hearts
Music on the Half Shell (see June) August 2 Patti Griffin August 16 Asleep at the Wheel August 23 Susan Tedeschi with Blind Boys of Alabama
Northwest Art & Air Festival August 26-28. Timber Linn Park & Albany Municipal Airport, Albany, Ore. www.nwartandair.orgA three-day event now in its sixth year, the NW Art & Air Festival features a juried art show and sale, the hot-air balloon morning lift-offs and evening Night Glow, hands-on projects, food and wine vendors, vintage airplanes and a headlining Saturday night show from Los Lobos followed by fireworks.
Oregon Bluegrass Association Festivals (see June) Highlights: August 5-7 Clatskanie Bluegrass Festival, Clatskanie, Ore. August 12-14 Mt. St. Helens Bluegrass Festival, Toledo, Wash. August 13-14 Bluewaters Bluegrass Festival, Medical Lake, Wash. August 19-21 Mt. Hood Bluegrass Festival, Hood River, Ore. August 26-28 Oregon State Bluegrass Festival, Winston, Ore.
Oregon Festival of American Music August 4-13. Various locations. Eugene. (541) 687-6526. www.ofam.orgThis year, the Oregon Festival of American Music celebrates the legend and artistry of Cole Porter with "Cole Porter: Night and Day." From cabaret to jazz, Porter's repertoire will shine under the musical direction of pianist Dick Hyman and conductor James Paul. Special performers include Grammy Award-winning soprano Sylvia McNair and Ann Hampton Callaway, known the world over for her Porter interpretations. Highlights August 4 Opening Gala Concert, Hult Center August 5 Cole Jazz: A Night with Ann Hampton Callaway, The Shedd August 6-10 & 12 Anything Goes, Hult Center August 9 American Symphonia: Porter in Paris August 12 Beguines & Ballads, The Shedd August 13 Grand Finale: The Faces of Cole, The Shedd
Oregon Zoo/Wells Fargo Summer Concert Series (see July) August 6 Gipsy Kings August 10 Jesse Winchester August 11 The Brotherhood Tour: Los Lonely Boys and Ozomatli August 14 Pink Martini with Sneakin' Out August 17 Asleep at the Wheel August 24 Karla Bonoff August 26 Susan Tedeschi and Blind Boys of Alabama August 31 Wylie & The Wild West
Pathways to Transformations August 6-7. Yachats Commons, Yachats, Ore. (541) 547-4664. Holistic health, psychic and crafts fair.
Pickathon Roots Music Festival August 12-13. Horning's Hideout, North Plains, Ore. www.pickathon.comThe heart and soul of the roots music explosion in Oregon, the Pickathon focuses on presenting authentic, cutting-edge American roots music that is being created by and for a new generation of up and coming artists. The festival is run by a community of musicians and is a completely non-profit affair; proceeds help to support KBOO local community radio. Featuring: The Be Good Tanyas, Jackstraw, Jolie Holland, The Shiftless Rounders, Freakwater, The Earl Brothers and more.
Reggae on the River Aug. 5-7. French's Camp, Piercy, Calif. (707) 923-4583. www.reggaeontheriver.com Internationally acclaimed as three days of "the best Reggae and World music experience to be found." An annual pilgrimage for thousands each year to reconnect spiritually with friends, groove to superb musical offerings and relax in the beautiful natural environment of French's Camp in Northern California along the Eel River. Featuring: Buju Banton, Damian "Jr. Gong" Marley, Alpha Blondy, Lyrics Born, Maxi Priest, Ozomatli, Transglobal Underground and many more.
Relay for Life in Florence Aug. 19-20. Miller Park, Florence, Ore. (541) 902-9209. A family-oriented event in which teams walk, run or jog in shifts around the track. Relay for Life is a benefit for the American Cancer Society; this year's event is dedicated to Genevieve Nicole Hine, who was nine years old when she lost her battle with cancer in 2001.
River Rhythms Concert Series (see July) August 4 Kinship August 11 Asleep at the Wheel August 18 Riders in the Sky
The Roar August 6-7. Greyhound Park Events Center, Post Falls, Idaho. www.theroarincore.com Motorsport enthusiasts coming from all over the U.S. and Canada will be jammin' the midways looking and shopping for the latest in new and custom bikes, accessories, leather wear, parts, and hard-to-find, unique lifestyle elements. A Ride-In Bike Show and Motorcycle Rodeo promise to entertain, but the real highlight is a performance by the Motor City Madman himself, Ted Nugent.
Shakedown Campout & Music Festival August 26-27. Horning's Hideout, North Plains, Ore. www.shakedownfest.comA new two-day festival and campout that promises to become a premier annual summer event, Shakedown features 23 hours of live music from 15 nationally known jam bands. One large stage is planned so a festival-goer can see every act, but a late-night acoustic gathering and strolling jam-minstrels are also in the works. Featuring: Michael Franti & Spearhead, Galactic, Medeski Martin & Wood, The Big Wu, Sage Francis, Soulive and many more.
Shakespeare in the Park Aug. 6-28. Amazon Community Park & Center, Eugene. Now in its seventh year, Free Shakespeare in the Park brings to life another of William Shakespeare's plays this summer. Free to the community, in an outdoor setting, casting local teens, youths and adults, Free Shakespeare in the Park presents The Comedy of Errors, a wild ride of mistaken identity, romantic blunders and a big family reunion. Bring a picnic, blanket, family and friends! Shows are at 6pm every Saturday and Sunday in August. A pre-show for children is at 5pm, as the Story Lady tells a synopsis of the play.
String Cheese Incident Annual Horning's Hideout Event August 4-7. North Plains, Ore. www.horningshideout.comThree nights of music by the String Cheese Incident plus special guests Zilla on Thursday, Arturo Sandoval and New Monsoon on Friday, Alpha Blondy and Transglobal Underground on Saturday and Railroad Earth and Anders Osborne on Sunday. Second stage performers include That One Guy and Banana Slug String Band children's show.
Summer in the Vineyard Concert Series (see June) August 6 Floater (with special surprise guest)
White River Amphitheatre Concerts (see June) August 8 Avril Lavigne August 11 Ozzfest 2005 August 31 Earth, Wind and Fire / Chicago
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3rd Annual Animal House Celebration Sept. 3. Cottage Grove, Ore. www.animalhousecelebration.com The World's Largest Toga Party, as documented by the Guinness Book of World Records! Join in as Cottage Grove celebrates its cinematic claim to fame: The Animal House parade. Take part in the Animal House Look-a-like and Toga contest, or just hang out and watch the bands, including the New Blues Brothers. TO-GA! Britt Festival (see June) Sept. 1 Brian Wilson Sept. 2 Sara Evans / Tift Merritt Sept. 3 Diane Schuur featuring Dave Samuels and the Caribbean Jazz Project Sept. 9 Jonny Lang Sept. 10 Ani DiFranco / Toshi Reagon Sept. 11 Tony Bennett Sept. 20 ZZ Top (Lithia Motors Amphitheater)
Bumbershoot Sept. 2-5. Seattle Center, Seattle, Wash. www.bumbershoot.org
One of America's largest urban arts festivals, Bumbershoot takes place in the heart of Seattle at the glorious 74-acre park built to house the 1962 World's Fair, Seattle Center. The Festival takes full advantage of Seattle Center's fantastic amenities, including indoor theaters, outdoor stages, a world-class opera house and rockin' outdoor stadium. Featuring: Devo, Ani DiFranco, Son Volt, Black Uhuru, Digable Planets, The Decemberists, Mavis Staples, the world-class rock poster art exhibit Flatstock, author readings, the One Reel Film Festival and much more.
Chowder Blues & Brews Sept. 23-25. Events Center, Florence, Ore. (541) 997-1994. Three not-to-be-missed days including a chowder cook-off, food booths, microbrew tasting and competition and live music.
Corvallis Fall Festival Sept. 24-25. Central Park, Corvallis, Ore. (541) 752-9655. www.corvallisfallfestival.comCelebrate Fall in Corvallis' beautiful Central Park with fine art, music, artisan wines and activities for children of all ages. The Benton County Winery brings samples, and local non-profits operate tasty food booths — often paired up with local restaurants. Continuous music plays on the main stage, and the festival stays open late Saturday night for a street dance.
Cuthbert Amphitheater (see July) Sept. 11 Jazz at Lincoln Center's Afro-Latin Jazz Orchestra with Arturo O'Farril and Paquito D'Rivera
Earthdance 2005 Sept. 16-18. Black Oak Ranch, Laytonville, Calif. www.earthdance.org/sfThis three-day camp-out celebration is the hub event of the worldwide Earthdance 2005, an event in which locations across the globe simultaneously play the Earthdance peace prayer at 4pm September 17. The hub event, set amidst a beautiful old growth oak forest, features five stages of entertainment from jam bands to electronica, a global artisans market, late night cinema, speakers forum and much more. Featuring: Ani DiFranco, Michael Franti & Spearhead, Zap Mama, Karl Denson's Tiny Universe, Lyrics Born and many more.
Gorge Amphitheatre (see May) Sept. 2 Tom Petty & the Heartbreakers with The Black Crowes Sept. 10 Keith Urban
Jazz at Newport Sept. 9-11. Newport, Ore. www.jazzatnewport.org The 2nd annual Jazz At Newport is a gathering of national, regional and local jazz players in a variety of venues. The gathering includes the live entertainment, gourmet dinners, light refreshments, and cruises. Featuring: Marlena Shaw and the Mel Brown Quartet, Jenna Mammina, Barbara Blair, Marilyn Keller, Eleven Eyes and many more.
Labor Day Weekend Road and Car Show Sept. 3-4. Downtown Newport, Ore. www.aquarium.orgThe Oregon Coast Aquarium's two-day annual car show featuring classic cars, hot rods, muscle cars, entertainment, games, outdoor barbecue and much more.
Les Schwab Amphitheater (see May) Sept. 3 Pink Martini Sept. 4 Kelley Hunt
Mercado Latino (see June) Sept. 2 Ricardo Cárdenas
Monterey Jazz Festival Sept. 16-18. Monterey, Calif. www.montereyjazzfestival.org The 48th Annual Monterey Jazz Festival is presented by MCI with the top names from the world of jazz. More than 500 artists will perform on seven stages for three nights and two days of the world's longest-running jazz festival. Featuring: Branford Marsalis, Carla Bley, Pat Metheny, Madeleine Peyroux, Andy Bey, Sonny Rollins, Tony Bennett and many more.
Mount Angel Oktoberfest Sept. 15-18. Mount Angel, Ore. www.oktoberfest.orgEvery year more than 350,000 people come to Mount Angel for one of the greatest folk festivals in the Northwest. Among the charms of Oktoberfest are more than 60 food chalets with rich Bavarian treats; a large arts and crafts show; an adult Biergarten, family Weingarten and interactive family Alpinegarten; and nonstop music on four stages.
Oregon Bluegrass Association Festivals (see June) Highlights Sept. 2-4. MooGrass Bluegrass/Acoustic Festival, Tillamook, Ore.
The Oregon Grape Stomp Championship and Harvest Celebration Sept. 24-25. Willamette Valley Vineyards, Turner, Ore. (503) 588-9463. www.wvv.com New releases, food, grape stomping, prizes and music. Reserve a stomping time for your team of two: one stomper and one swapper. Portland Rose Garden (see June) Sept. 17 Neil Diamond
Shrewsbury Renaissance Faire Sept. 10-11. Kings Valley, Ore. www.shrewfaire.comThe beauty of Oregon's Kings Valley and the mild September temperatures will form the backdrop and atmosphere for the Pacific Northwest's only Elizabethan Historical Reenactment Renaissance Faire. With more than 125 artisan stalls and 1,000 costumed players, visitors can browse the village for unique handmade goods and one of a kind treasures while surrounded by Renaissance revelry and entertainment. Eat, drink, and be merry, for food purveyors are on hand within Friar Tuck's Forest, and children delight in games and adventures.
Sisters Folk Festival Sept. 9-11. Sisters, Ore. (541)549-4979. www.sistersfolkfestival.com
From blues to bluegrass, a celebration of acoustic American roots music. Featuring concerts, workshops and a songwriting contest. Featuring: The Subdudes, Ruthie Foster, John Gorka, Tracy Grammer, Misty River and more.
Summer in the Vineyard Concert Series (see June) Sept. 2 Ani DiFranco, Michael Franti & Spearhead, Toshi Reagon
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