MAY EVENTS
Calendar Listing for Oregon and Southwest Washington
(Updated Regularly)

Portland Alpine Fest
November 13 - 18

Join along for 6 days of inspiration, learning, demos, and more as you immerse yourself in the world of all things alpine.  There's ice climbing, rock climbing, mountain running, and much more.  You'll get the opportunity to hear from and learn from some of our local Pacific Northwest athletes, as well as athletes making waves on the national and international scene...More 

The Portland Pancakes & Booze Art Show
Friday, November 16

As the nation's premier pop-up art show, The Pancakes & Booze Art Show provides art lovers an opportunity to explore more than 300 pieces of artwork created by some 75+ artists local to Portland's unparalleled art scene. Alongside an immensely wide variety of pop art, fine art, and photography; show goers can sip on some of the dankest craft beer or signature cocktails while consuming free pancakes over and over again.  A 21 and older event.  It will be held on Friday, Nov. 16, 8 p.m. at Hawthorne Theatre: 1507 SE. 39th Ave. in Portland.  Go to www.pancakesandbooze.com. 

Hello Winter Market PNW
November 16 - 17
(Southwest Washington)

This is a FREE event that features 30+ unique vendors, live music Friday, coffee cart Saturday, food and drinks both days, gift wrapping service and so much more.  Unique handmade vendors with home decor, apparel, furniture, baby items and more.  It will be held from Nov. 16 - 17 at the Lewis River Golf Course: 3209 Old Lewis River Rd. in Woodland.  To learn more, go to their Facebook page.  

The 39th Annual "Heart of the Country Show and Sale
"November 16 - 18

Hosted by the Larch Mountain Country Artisans.  They have fine art, fine craft, folk and quality handworks for sale.  It will be held from Nov. 16 - 18 at the Glenn Otto Community Park's Sam Cox Building: 1106 E. Columbia River Hwy. in Troutdale...More

Olio Nuovo Festival
November 16 - 18

Experience Italian tradition in Oregon wine country at Durant Olive Mill’s Olio Nuovo Festival.  At this celebration of freshly milled extra virgin olive oil, taste Olio Nuovo on classic bruschetta alongside Durant Vineyards estate wine.  Join along for a tour of our Olioteca (olive mill), enjoy live Italian music and experience some of Oregon’s top food producers in the Local Marketplace Tent.  Shop holiday greens and décor at our Gift Shop & Nursery. Complimentary Event, all ages welcome.  It will be held from Nov. 16 - 18 at 5510 NE. Breyman Orchards Rd. in Dayton.  Visit redridgefarms.com.

Harvest Market
Saturday, November 17
(Southwest Washington) 

This is a FREE event hosted by the Vancouver Farmers Market.  Celebrate Fall with a special Harvest Market, just in time for your Thanksgiving Dinner.  It will be held on Saturday, Nov. 17, from 9 a.m. - 2 p.m. at the corner of 6th St. & Esther St. in Vancouver.  Visit www.vancouverfarmersmarket.com. 

The Junk Queens Country Christmas Show 
Saturday, November 17
(Southwest Washington)

The Junk Queens Country Christmas Show replaces the annual Holiday Gift Fair at the Clark County Event Center in Ridgefield, Washington...This Show is a true holiday gift experience for the whole Saturday, November 17th, from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m.  The Junk Queens Country Christmas Show will provide shoppers with one-of-a-kind gifts that cannot be found anywhere else.  Repurposed, Recycled, Reused, art, crafts, jewelry, clothing, wood, music, photography, toys, Christmas décor, and much more makes this a gift buyers delight.  Cost is $5, Kids 12 Under FREE. Purchase tickets at the Door...More 

Siuslaw Salmon Spawning Tour
Saturday, November 17

This informative tour will get an up close and personal view of these incredible fish at the end of their journey upstream.  Participants will learn about the habitat requirements for the fall Chinook salmon and different conservation issues affecting their success while viewing spawning activity.  Following the viewing, participants are invited to take a hike to the old growth forest.  Whittaker Creek is part of the Siuslaw River watershed that drains water from the Coast Range to the Pacific Ocean.  The creek is a designated watchable wildlife site because it provides habitat of vital importance to anadromous fish species which include coho and chinook salmon, steelhead, cutthroat trout and other fish species.  Chinook and coho salmon, as well as steelhead trout can be observed in the fall and winter months spawning in the creek next to the campground.  The tour is on Saturday, Nov. 17, from 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. in Walton.  Visit www.mckenzieriver.org. 

Diwali: Festival of Lights in Portland
November 17 - 18

Diwali is India's biggest annual festival which celebrates the victory of good over evil, and light over darkness. Whiskey Bar will be decorated with LED candles & there will be a variety of Indian sweets for the early birds to enjoy while supplies last.  Come dressed in vibrant, colorful costumes in the spirit of celebration. We encourage traditional attire (Indian or any other country welcome) but it's not a requirement by any means.  Whatever you wear, come prepared to dance all night long.  Diwali is from Nov. 17 - 18 at 31 NW. 1st Ave. in Portland.  Go online to dreamsperfected.com. 

Wild Arts Festival
November 17 - 18

Hosted by the Audubon Society of Portland, this is the Northwest's premier show and sale of nature-related art and books.  Discover the work of regionally and nationally acclaimed artists and authors.  Enjoy the popular, silent auction to bid on fabulous artwork and gifts for your favorite naturalists and birdwatchers.  Join in the fast-moving sale of 6”×6” original bird-themed paintings by local artists.  The 2018 Wild Arts Festival is the perfect way to get ready for the holidays.  Join them for a festive and fun weekend!  It will be held from Nov. 17 - 18 at Montgomery Park: 2701 NW. Vaughn St. in Portland.  To learn more, go to wildartsfestival.org.