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2025 Boatnik in Grants Pass
May
22
to May 26

2025 Boatnik in Grants Pass


Boatnik is an annual festival held in Riverside Park in Grants Pass, Oregon over Memorial Day Weekend for more than 60 years. There is no admission to attend Boatnik and there are many activities and shows for all ages. There are additional activities available for purchase including the Davis Shows Carnival, concert, and Boatnik Brewfest. The best part...ALL of the proceeds from the event are donated throughout the year to children and youth-based organizations in Josephine


The activities start Thursday evening with the Davis Shows Carnival featuring food, rides, games and family fun. The excitement continues Friday with the concert, a spectacular fireworks display on the river, midway vendors, and the carnival. Saturday morning features the well-known Boatnik parade that travels through downtown Grants Pass and ends at Riverside Park. Throughout the weekend the festivities continue in the park where there are a whirlwind of activities that include: Sprint and Drag boat racing, carnival rides, arts and crafts, children's activities, Bingo, food vendors, Monday Sundaes, the Boatnik Brewfest, the Chevy Drive It Home Golf Shoot Out and a second night of patriotic fireworks. Monday is the highlight of Boatnik featuring the World Famous Tom Rice Memorial White Water Hydroplane Race, and the Memorial Day Service including a jet flyover.

Thousands of locals and visitors from around the world come to share the tradition and unique experience of Boatnik.County!


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ASHLAND INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL
Apr
14
to Apr 20

ASHLAND INDEPENDENT FILM FESTIVAL

The AIFF 2023 Documentary Showcase has been made possible through a Community Collaboration of local cinephiles, Coming Attractions' Varsity Theater, and the support of the AIFF Board of Directors.

The Showcase takes place April 14-20, 2023 at Coming Attractions' Varsity Theatre 
in Ashland, Oregon.























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ELK MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES & MAY DAY FESTIVAL
Apr
30
to May 1

ELK MOUNTAIN HIGHLAND GAMES & MAY DAY FESTIVAL

  • 8205 East Evans Creek Road Rogue River, OR, 97537 United States (map)
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Highland Games are events held throughout the year in Scotland and other countries as a way of celebrating Scottish and Celtic culture and heritage, especially that of the Scottish Highlands. Certain aspects of the games are so well known as to have become emblematic of Scotland, such as the bagpipes, the kilt, and the heavy events, especially the caber toss. While centered on competitions in piping and drumming, dancing, and Scottish heavy athletics, the games also include entertainment and exhibits related to other aspects of Scottish and Gaelic culture

May Day is an ancient holiday that celebrates the return of Spring. It is celebrated throughout the Northern Hemisphere and is a public holiday in many countries with festivals and May Pole dancing.

Two Day Pass:  Adults $15  Children $10 | One Day Pass:  Adults $10 | Children $5

Kids 10 & Under Free

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WILD ROGUE BALLOON & KITE FESTIVAL
May
29
to May 31

WILD ROGUE BALLOON & KITE FESTIVAL

  • Grants Pass South Middle School (map)
  • Google Calendar ICS

Grants Pass launches it’s Balloon & Kite Festival with a spectacular aerial show that features morning balloon flights, tethered balloon rides, colorful giant kites in special shapes, food vendors and other kid-friendly activities, music and entertainment for all ages. Come at dawn and stay until dark. It’s the Southern Oregon community event of 2020 you won’t want to miss!

Locations and Costs

Season Pass: $25/adult, $15/kid (12 & under)

Weekend Family Pass: $60/family (2 adults & up to 4 kids)

Daily Entry is $15/adult, $5/kid (12 & under)
Entry pass is good for the entire day.

Kids 3 and under are not charged admission.

Balloons launch from PARKSIDE Elementary. No charge to attend.

All other activities take place off Lower River Road — 1.7 miles past Lincoln Road.

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AHH SHUCKS!  OYSTER FEED in CHARLESTON
Apr
25
12:00 PM12:00

AHH SHUCKS! OYSTER FEED in CHARLESTON

  • 63466 Boat Basin Road Charleston, OR, 97420 United States (map)
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The Charleston community invites seafood lovers to come celebrate fresh and delicious Coos Bay oysters at the 15th Annual Charleston “Ahh Shucks!” Oyster Feed. The celebration is from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Oregon Institute of Marine Biology (OIMB) Dining Hall.

Local Oysters from: Clausen Oyster Co., Coos Bay Oyster Co., North Bend Oyster Co., Qualman Oyster Farms, and Pacific Seafood Oysters. Steamed, sauteed or fried oyster meals include sauces, baked beans, coleslaw, bread and drink $12-$16. Gourmet hotdog meals, $8 for adults, $5 for kids. Shrimp cocktails from Hallmark Fisheries and Oregon Trawl Commission $2.

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LINK RIVER FESTIVAL
Jun
3
10:00 AM10:00

LINK RIVER FESTIVAL

The trail and festival is open to the public, and all ages are encouraged to attend.  It is a walking event, taking place on the west side Link River Trail. (Approximately 1.5 miles each direction.)  There will be presenters, music, vendors and food along the trail.  Should you wish to walk only one direction, free shuttles will be available.

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