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Scarecrow and Harvest Festival at Hanley Farm
Sep
21
to Sep 22

Scarecrow and Harvest Festival at Hanley Farm

Make a scarecrow to protect your family from the “witches, ghosties, and

ghoulies” who prowl your fields and gardens Halloween Night! Scarecrow-making

Kits will be available for $20 ($15 for SOHS Members) and includes everything

you’ll need to make a full-size, old-fashioned, straw-stuffed scarecrow. You can take

your finished scarecrow home OR enter it in the Farm’s annual “People’s Choice”

scarecrow contest. If you leave your scarecrow for the competition, you may pick it

up on Sunday at 3pm.

There’s a special category of “Oregon History” scarecrows this year. Make a

scarecrow that represents a character from Oregon History and enter it in the

“Director’s Feature Award” contest. Choose a historical character and dress your

scarecrow in appropriate clothing. You’ll need to bring your own outfits and

accessories for this contest. Special prizes will be awarded for these special

scarecrows!

Enjoy the many other family-fun activities, including: pumpkin painting, apple

bobbing, cider-making, children’s games, and much, much more!

Tour the historic Hanley House, featuring Southern Oregon Historical Society’s

quilt display. Learn about the Hanley family, house, and farm. Donations for house

tours will be greatly appreciated!

In addition to the Hanley House quilt display, McKee Bridge Historical Society

quilts be on display in the shade of one of the Farm’s new pop-up tents!

AND - Take a family photo with Southern Oregon Historical Society’s 1946 Fire

Engine! Take self-guides tours of Hanley Farm’s gardens and grounds!

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Klamath Basin Oktoberfest
Sep
21
12:00 PM12:00

Klamath Basin Oktoberfest

  • Bill Collier Community Ice Arena (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for the start of a tradition at the 1st Annual Klamath Basin Oktoberfest featuring award winning beer and wine from Southern Oregon’s top makers, live entertainment, locally grown food selections, vendors, and a family friendly atmosphere with activities for all ages.

Cost:
$5 admission for attendees not drinking alcohol
12 & under get in free

For tastings: A one-time purchase of a tasting mug is required for those 21 and older who will be drinking alcohol. Mugs are $20 and come with 4 beer tokens.
Additional tokens are sold in packs of four for $5.
Each 4 oz pour is one token, full beers are 4 tokens.
Tokens are non-refundable.
Mugs are available for purchase online, however, you must be 21 or older. These mugs will be given out at the gate once ID has been checked. Online purchases are non-refundable.

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Fort Vannoy Farms Harvest Festival
Oct
1
to Oct 31

Fort Vannoy Farms Harvest Festival

Dates Open: October 1st- November 1st

Fort Vannoy Farms Fall Festival is a family tradition. The Corn Maze and Pumpkin Patch offers fun activities for the whole family. Come on out to the farm and remember the simpler times with your family. There is a spectacular new 8-acre corn maze design every year. Planting field corn stalks that grow as tall as 12 to 14 feet in height, the maze is sculpted before it even reaches six inches tall.

 

Pumpkin Patch

Visitors to the Fall Festival enjoy the beautiful 8-acre Pumpkin Patch and can choose to pick the perfect pumpkin for carving or for decorating or for making delicious pie. There are a variety of shapes and sizes, and even a variety of colors to suit every pumpkin personality!

 

Corn Maze Activities

Other events and activities at the Fall Festival include a Cow Train Ride, The Pumpkin Chunker, Apple Cannon, Pumpkin Painting, Petting Zoo, Hayrides, and more.  The Corn Maze along with our 23-acre Pumpkin Patch is the place to be in Southern Oregon every day in October. Remember, as the crisp autumn air begins to cool the Rogue Valley down, the Maze Craze begins, and the Pumpkins are ripe for picking! Come visit Oregon’s Best Corn Maze!

 

 

Prices For the Activities

  • 8 Acre Corn Maze $8/pp

 

  • Pumpkins are $0.50/lb

 

  • Cow Train is $8 per ride

 

  • Pumpkin Chunker is $8 per shot

 


 

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Talent Harvest Festival
Oct
5
10:00 AM10:00

Talent Harvest Festival

Family fun and vibrant festivities! Downtown Talent will be filled with a colorful array of vendors, artisans, growers and crafters showcasing their offerings, an abundance of children's activities, exceptional live music on multiple stages, and much more.

·       Harvest Festival Fun Run: 8AM- 10AM starting at City Hall

·       Live Music: 10AM to 4PM at Wagner Plaza,Old Town Park & Library Commons Park

·       KidZone family activities & performances:Library Commons Park

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Bear Creek Salmon Festival
Oct
12
11:00 AM11:00

Bear Creek Salmon Festival

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Bear Creek Salmon Festival

The Bear Creek Salmon Festival is returning to North Mountain Park! After a long hiatus due to the pandemic Ashland Parks and Recreation is hosting the 16th Bear Creek Salmon Festival on Saturday October 1st from 11am to 4pm. 

If you’ve missed this joyous community event as much as we have come celebrate our watershed with a day of learning music crafts and culture.

This free event is a fun-filled day for the whole family. Learn all about wildlife habitat and how we can all become better stewards of our watershed. Local experts will be on-hand with outdoor activities for all ages including interactive exhibits kids’ activities live animals salmon education Native American demonstrations spin-casting and storytelling. Enjoy a lineup of outdoor musical entertainment or grab a delicious lunch from Fatsos Cheketos. (Please help us make this a Zero Waste event by bringing a reusable water bottle or cup.)  

Admission is free!

Join us at North Mountain Park 620 N Mountain Avenue in Ashland. To learn more visit BearCreekSalmonFestival.net or call the North Mountain Park Nature Center at 541.488.6606. We hope to see you at the Festival!

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Grants Pass Tap Walk
Oct
12
2:00 PM14:00

Grants Pass Tap Walk

This is the valley's premier craft beer event held in beautiful Grants Pass on Saturday, October 12th. The Chamber of Commerce places breweries inside downtown businesses. Participants stroll from location to location sampling amazing craft brews and delicious food!

Each participant will receive a commemorative event pint glass, an insulated re-usable tote for shopping an, event map and (1) tasting per location. There will be (4) FREE trolley stops along the event route for ease of reaching the further locations.

Tickets can be purchased online ONLY at this time.

Tickets pricing:
$45 Pre-Sale
$50 Day-Of *If any remain

DAY OF EVENT CHECK-IN LOCATION:
Elegance Antiques: 331 SE 6th St.

CHECK-IN TIME:
12:00pm-3:00pm

TIP: Avoid lines by checking in early, grab your items and come back when the event begins.

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Ashland Monster Dash Run For Education
Oct
26
8:45 AM08:45

Ashland Monster Dash Run For Education

1 mile, 5k or 10k

An in-person race in Lithia Park race on Saturday, October 28, 2023, with an option to run virtually, too!

The race profits support grants in Ashland Public Schools through the Ashland Schools Foundation. In 2023-24, ASF provided a record number of grants to our local schools. Now, we're counting on YOU (and your family, and friends, and neighbors) to make this year's fundraising event bigger than ever!

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Scarecrow Row in Klamath Falls
Oct
26
10:00 AM10:00

Scarecrow Row in Klamath Falls

  • 9th & Main St Klamath Falls, Oregon (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

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👻 Costume Parade: Strut your stuff in your most creative and spooky costumes! Our Costume Parade promises to showcase a parade of ghouls, ghosts, and goblins that will leave you in awe.

🎨 Face Painting: Transform into your favorite Halloween character with our fantastic face painting station. Our talented artists will add a touch of magic to your look, ensuring you're ready for the most haunting night of the year.

🎃 Pumpkin Painting: Unleash your inner artist and decorate your very own pumpkin masterpiece. From classic jack-o'-lanterns to creepy designs, let your imagination run wild and create a pumpkin that will be the envy of all your neighbors.

🍬 Trick or Treating Down Main Street: The highlight of the event! Main Street comes alive with the spirit of Halloween as businesses open their doors for trick-or-treaters. Gather your little goblins and witches as they embark on a candy-filled adventure down the heart of Klamath Falls.

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Barnstormer's Holiday Bazaar
Nov
2
to Nov 3

Barnstormer's Holiday Bazaar

Tickets available soon!

Think Holiday decor and gift shopping collide! We'll have makers, crafters, holiday decor, and home decor. Clothing, gifts, and more. Spruce up your trimmings and get a jump on holiday shopping, all while supporting local businesses. Hobby Lobby eat your heart out!

And we'll do it Barnstormer's style, with local food trucks and drinks while you shop, some music and some local charity support for the holidays (more info to come!)

At the new Rogue X Complex, in Medford.

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Pioneer Road Run 9 Mile and 5k
Nov
16
9:30 AM09:30

Pioneer Road Run 9 Mile and 5k

Pioneer Run 9mile and 5k

When: November 16th 2024, 9 Mile 9am| 5k 9:30am

Packet Pickup and Day of registration at 8:15am

Where: Phoenix High School 745 N Rose St. Phoenix, OR 97535

What: Pioneer Road Run. Age division ribbons will be given.

NO DOGS, BIKES, SKATEBOARDS OR SKATES PERMITTED.

*Races are on public roads and trails that ARE NOT closed to cars, pedestrian or cyclist.  Please use caution while on public roadways and paths.

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APPLEGATE VALLEY FALL UNCORKED
Nov
23
11:00 AM11:00

APPLEGATE VALLEY FALL UNCORKED

Tickets available in September

Come celebrate growing season with a self-guided tour of the Applegate Valley Wine Country. Spring is the perfect time to visit our 17 tasting rooms. The winegrapes have been picked, pressed, and barreled, and the winemakers have time to chat.

Pick your starting location, and let yourself be lured from one winery to the next. Each will offer an appetizer and wine for tasting. You’ll even get to meet some of the latest releases! Uncorked is a great opportunity to stock up on wine for upcoming holiday gifts, or parties.

Tickets are $59 each and include a commemorative Wine Trail wine glass.

Bonus: Designated drivers don’t need to purchase a ticket and may sample the food. The event will conclude at 4pm, however many tasting rooms will remain open until 5pm.

Please Note – In an effort to conserve natural resources no tickets are mailed. You have your purchase confirmation as a receipt. Simply arrive at the location you’ve chosen, your name will be on a list to check in and start your tour. For those who have groups who want to start at the same location, please purchase your tickets early and make sure everyone chooses the same start location. Locations fill up so that’s the best assurance of everyone getting your first choice start location.

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Southern Oregon Turkey Trot
Nov
28
7:45 AM07:45

Southern Oregon Turkey Trot

  • 245 Valley View Rd Talent, Oregon (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Come to Talent, Oregon for our Thanksgiving run! We will be hosting a food drive for the SOU food bank and a portion of the proceeds will go to SOR Shoes for Student Runners Program which provides shoes to Jr. High and High School athletes who would like to participate in Cross Country and Track but cannot afford proper running shoes.

When - November 28, 2024

Free Turkey Dash Kids Run( 8 and Under)7:45AM| 8 Mile Run 8AM| 5k Run/Walk 8:15AM| 2 Mile Family Run/Walk 8:30AM $15 for members| $20 for non members| Youth 18 and Under are free. Family Pricing available for this event, this is for families and families with extended family in town for the holidays, only.  

Where - Cummins 300 W Valley View Rd, Talent, Oregon 97540

Packet Pick Up and Registration - November 27th from 3-8pm at Legend Cider Co. Talent Taphouse, 245 W Valley View, Talent, Oregon 97540. Packet pick up is also available from 6:45-7:45am on the day of the race. NO DAY OF REGISTRATION will be offered. 

Participants will receive a custom race bib and finishers medal. No age group awards.

NO DOGS, BIKES, SKATEBOARDS OR SKATES PERMITTED.

*Races are on public roads and trails that ARE NOT closed to cars, pedestrian or cyclist.  Please use caution while on public roadways and paths.

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Ashland Christian Fellowship - Welcome to Narnia Autumn Festival
Oct
31
6:00 PM18:00

Ashland Christian Fellowship - Welcome to Narnia Autumn Festival

Come ready to experience the wonder of Narnia! Make your way through the forest maze to the White Witch's castle, overcome obstacles in search of Aslan, visit his tent to hear the story of Narnia and you might just be crowned a king or queen! Carnival games, food, and plenty of treats await you on this fun and family-friendly night.

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Elkton Oktoberfest
Oct
14
12:00 PM12:00

Elkton Oktoberfest

  • Elkton Community Education Center (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Join us for Elkton’s Oktoberfest!  Enjoy German food, music, dancing, and family activities. $6 cover charge; kids 12 and under free with a paying adult.

Doors open at 12 PM. Homemade German food, including bratwurst, hot pretzels, desserts and more will be available for sale along with local wine and beer and non-alcoholic drinks. To-go orders are available. Oktoberfest is a harvest-themed festival that is fun for the whole family.

Get ready to dance starting at 1 PM with the Roseburg German Band!  This 14-member band has played together since 1955 and is dedicated to playing traditional German music. Time to show off your best polka or chicken dance!

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COMMON BLOCK BREWING BALES & ALES: PUMPKIN CARVING & LIVE MUSIC
Oct
23
12:00 PM12:00

COMMON BLOCK BREWING BALES & ALES: PUMPKIN CARVING & LIVE MUSIC

Join us for pumpkin carving, corn hole, BBQ, seasonal beers, fall treats and live music with Dusty Rubies and The Antelopers!

All ages are welcome for a day of fall-time fun at Common Block.

Bring your jack-o-lantern carving skills and appetite - we'll take care of the rest.

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APPLE TASTING & FALL CELEBRATION AT SHOOTING STAR NURSERY
Oct
15
11:00 AM11:00

APPLE TASTING & FALL CELEBRATION AT SHOOTING STAR NURSERY

Come join us for music, apple cider and other goodies to celebrate the arrival of local apples and fall weather! Local apple farmers will have a selection of fresh apple varieties to taste and help you determine which varieties to buy & plant in your own yard.

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DAY OF THE DEAD RACE & DIA DOS LOS MUERTOS FESTIVAL
Oct
2
10:00 AM10:00

DAY OF THE DEAD RACE & DIA DOS LOS MUERTOS FESTIVAL

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On behalf of all of us on the Day of the Dead Race Team, we are thrilled to announce the return of The Day of the Dead Race & Celebration! We would not be able to do this without the support of countless community leaders, volunteers, and runners like you!

Since our inaugural event in 2014 The Day of the Dead Race & Celebration has attracted hundreds of runners from all over the country and with our virtual option we have had runners run from all over the world!

Join us October 22nd, Saturday, October 22, 2022
Race Start Time: 10am
Where: Near City Hall, Talent Or.
Celebration Start time: 11:30am - 2pm.

After the run, the celebration continues with live music performances from;
Mariachi Centella, Frankie Herandez, and Alquimistas Band. Vendor booths will provide hands-on crafts, authentic Mexican food, face painting and much, much more!

The Day of the Dead Race & Celebration event allows us to promote cultural understanding and unity, while also promoting health and wellness in our community.

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Oct
23
11:00 AM11:00

NEW HOPE HARVEST FESTIVAL

We will have horse rides and games for kids of all ages. Tickets to play the games are .25 cents each. We ask that only non-scary costumes be worn.

There will also be vendors as well as food for purchase. There will be something for everyone-fellowship, fun, and CANDY!!!

Hope to see you there!

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JosephJane Winery Harvest Celebration
Oct
16
to Oct 17

JosephJane Winery Harvest Celebration

Join us for a fun weekend as we celebrate our harvest season! It's a weekend for the whole family to enjoy at the winery.

When- Saturday, October 16th + Sunday, October 17th
Time-12-6 pm

Live music from 3-5 pm Saturday and Sunday
Wine and pizza specials
2020 Chardonnay Release
Harvest wine slushee and kids apple cider slushee
Homemade donut bites and bread loaves
Pumpkin painting for the kids
Local vendors

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Fall Festival at Mountain View Ranch
Oct
1
5:00 PM17:00

Fall Festival at Mountain View Ranch

Purchase your tickets here for Friday Night!

General Admission is $12

Live Music with Phoenix Sigalove

Shop With Excellent Vendors, Enjoy Live Music, TASTY Gobel’s BBQ and much MORE!

October 2nd 10am to 3pm

Music Provided By Highway Bound

General Admission is $10

Shop With Excellent Vendors, Enjoy Live Music, TASTY Gobel’s BBQ, Yard Games and much MORE!

Family Friendly!

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SIP AND PAINT FARMHOUSE PUMPKING
Sep
24
6:00 PM18:00

SIP AND PAINT FARMHOUSE PUMPKING

Come paint this pumpkin on wood with us and have some fun. No experience necessary. We got that part covered.
You will need to reserve your spot with a $15 deposit. Cost is $48 for the class. Link below. Deposit will go towards final payment.

Stained wood dimensions are 16 x 16 inches.

Note: we do not serve alcohol but you are encouraged to bring your own

https://squareup.com/store/the-tipsy-paintbrush

*Cancellation/Refund Policy**
To make a change to your ticket reservation, we ask that you notify us 24 hrs in advance if you can not make a class and wish to transfer your deposit or receive a refund. Notice given within 24 hours of event will not qualify for a refund or deposit transfer.
Please understand, while we want to be as flexible as possible, our events take planning and seats are limited. We apologize for any inconvenience and we appreciate your help in keeping us running smoothly!

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GRANTS PASS DRIVE THRU HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL
Oct
31
11:00 AM11:00

GRANTS PASS DRIVE THRU HALLOWEEN FESTIVAL

Grab your little monsters and stop by Grants Pass Shopping Center for a drive thru Halloween parade! The parade of cars will take place in the Rite Aid parking lot at 915 NE D ST.

There will be goodies for kids and adults, balloons, prizes and a free photo-op! Dress up or dress up your car to win the "most creative costume" prizes ($100 for first place, $75 for second place, and $50 for third place)!

For more information call 5414740858

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BREWS & BOOGIES 2019 at SCIENCEWORKS
Oct
19
7:00 PM19:00

BREWS & BOOGIES 2019 at SCIENCEWORKS

21+ Event

Music, sports “betting”, action packed games, and sports events on big screens – this party promises to be the best Brews and Boogie ever!ber at ScienceWorks, the Music Coop in Ashland, and Grocery Outlet in Medford.

$18 dollars in advance, $23 dollars at the door.

Get your tickets HERE

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HARRY & DAVID 2019 HARVEST FESTIVAL
Oct
12
11:00 AM11:00

HARRY & DAVID 2019 HARVEST FESTIVAL

  • Enjoy spooky Halloween treats, gourmet appetizers, and apples covered in melted truffle chocolate.

  • Pumpkin and Face Painting. FREE small pumpkin for children 12 and under.

  • Beer, wine, and cider tasting for those over 21.

  • Admission is free, but guests are encouraged to bring canned food donations in the spirit of the season. Food donations will benefit the Teresa McCormick Center. Visit http://www.tmaconline.org to learn more.

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SATURDAY PARKWAYS AT GILBERT CREEK PARK FREE FAMILY FUN
Sep
21
11:00 AM11:00

SATURDAY PARKWAYS AT GILBERT CREEK PARK FREE FAMILY FUN

Join us for the 6th Annual Saturday Parkways Event! Local organizations from all over the Rogue Valley will come together in one spot to provide free family fun to our community! 
*Miss Annie the Clown will be headlining our event with a puppet show, balloon animals and bounce houses. 
*The Grants Pass Family YMCA will be out with their large inflatable obstacle course, archery and activity booths. 
*Club Northwest will be here with their personal trainers, the New Well, The Spa at Club Northwest and KidZone. 
*BugsRUs doing bug demonstrations
*The Blue Zone Project
*Usborne Books
*The Home Depot
*Birdbox Building with the Audubon Society
*Siskiyou Community Health
*The Windchasers building kites with kids and doing flying demonstrations (if the wind allows them), 
*Rock painting, jewelry making and more with Love in Action
Food available from TrueJuice and Cheri's Mobile Market. 
Look for updates as more vendors sign up to participate
Last year we had such an amazing turn out from the Community that we hope to be able to grow even more this year! And remember, all kids receive a free ice cream for participating in our activity BINGO game!

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BATTLE OF THE BONES
Sep
13
to Sep 15

BATTLE OF THE BONES

The Rogue Valley's biggest BBQ Competition featuring your favorite teams from all over just to have a chance to win your vote! Purchase tasting tickets and you'll get to sample the best BBQ around... once you've tried them all, cast your vote! Take part in BBQ history! 

The BBQ Competition will be backyard style BBQ People's Choice! 

Tri-Tip on Friday 9/13 4pm-8pm
Ribs on Saturday 9/14 Noon-4pm 
Brauts on Sunday 9/15 Noon - 3pm 

Sample size is 1.5oz... that's over a pound of meat each day!

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