Lion at the Oregon Zoo in Portland (photo by Cheryl Landes) From Saturday, February 24, until Friday, March 1, the Oregon Zoo is reducing its admission to $12 per person during the Winter Discount Days event. Admission is free for children up to one year old. Tickets are timed and must be reserved online. For … Continue reading Discounted admission at the Oregon Zoo February 24-March 1
Rhododendrons in full bloom at the Hendricks Park Rhododendron Garden in Eugene, Oregon (photo by Cheryl Landes) Immerse yourself in nature this spring at Hendricks Park Rhododendron Garden, one of Eugene's most beautiful gardens. This year's schedule includes four free walks focusing on different topics: Sunday, April 14, 1 p.m.—Rhododendron Garden tour, led by Emily … Continue reading Spring walking tours at Hendricks Park in Eugene
On the first the third Saturdays of the month from 4 p.m. until 6 p.m., Vancouver Ballet Folklórico, a traditional Mexican folk dance group, hosts ¡Espacio de Arte en el Parque! (Art Space in the Park!) in collaboration with ARTSTRA, and Fourth Plain Forward. The program's mission is to gather members of the community to create and … Continue reading Be creative at Art Space in the Park in Vancouver, Washington
A view of the Willamette River from Waterfront Park in Portland, Oregon (photo by Cheryl Landes) After a four-year break, the Oregon Symphony returns to Waterfront Park on Saturday, September 4, for its free Waterfront Concert. The festival starts at 1 p.m. at Tom McCall Waterfront Park in Portland, Oregon. The main performance starts at … Continue reading Oregon Symphony hosts free Waterfront Concert in Portland September 4
Photo by Cheryl Landes Every year on the last Friday and Saturday in August, hot air balloonists from around the world gather at Timber-Linn Park in Albany, Oregon, to fly around the area. Artists also come to show and sell their work, along with food vendors. Musicians are here as well, performing live for hundreds … Continue reading 2021 Northwest Art & Air Festival cancels in Albany, Oregon
Kayakers at Fox Island in the Kenai Fjords National Park near Seward, Alaska (photo by Cheryl Landes) On Wednesday, August 25, national parks that charge entry fees will be open for free for one day only in celebration of the National Park Service's 105th birthday. After August 25, two more free admission days are scheduled … Continue reading Free admission to national parks on August 25
An ocean view from Cape Disappointment State Park near Ilwaco, Washington (photo by Cheryl Landes) Get out and explore on Wednesday, August 25, when Washington State Parks celebrates the National Park Service's birthday with free entry to parks that charge entry fees. The free access is for day use only. After August 25, three more … Continue reading Entry to Washington State Parks free on August 25
Photo by Cheryl Landes The Craft Beer & Wine Fest is back in person Friday-Sunday, August 20-22, at Esther Short Park in downtown Vancouver, Washington. The festival features 100 craft wines, 60 craft brews, craft bourbon, and a new craft cocktail menu. Also enjoy delicious food, live music, and games the entire weekend. This is … Continue reading 2021 Craft Beer & Wine Fest August 20-22 in Vancouver, Washington
Humpty Dumpty at the Enchanted Forest near Salem, Oregon (photo credit: Enchanted Forest) Enchanted Forest is 50 years old, and it's celebrating its anniversary on Sunday, August 8, at Western Town in the park. The celebration kicks off at 12:45 p.m. with founder Robert Tofte and his family. Special question and answer sessions are scheduled … Continue reading Enchanted Forest celebrates its 50th anniversary on August 8
Image by pasja1000 from Pixabay Enjoy outdoor performances by the Olympic Symphony Orchestra, Tacoma Little Theatre, Accidental Woodwind Trio, and moreat the DuPont Performing Arts Walk on Friday-Sunday, July 30-August 1. The performances start at 7 p.m. on July 30-31 and 1 p.m. on August 1. They're located on the north side of the State … Continue reading DuPont Performing Arts Walk July 30-August 1 in DuPont, Washington
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