45th Annual Cherry Festival
2026-04-24 08:00 - 2026-04-26 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Downtown The Dalles, E 1st St, The Dalles, OR, 97058, United States
Northwest Cherry Festival Unveils Reimagined 2026 Format Amid Downtown Construction
The GREAT Cherry Adventure | April 24–26, 2026The Dalles, Oregon
www.NorthwestCherryFestival.com
The Northwest Cherry Festival will return April 24–26, 2026, with a refreshed and reimagined format designed to balance celebration, economic impact, and the realities of ongoing downtown construction.
Due to the City of The Dalles First Street Project, the traditional footprint of the festival required modification this year. After months of site visits, coordination, and discussion beginning in October, the Chamber and City worked together to evaluate space availability, access, power, water, vendor logistics, and public safety before finalizing a revised plan.
What’s Changing in 2026

The carnival footprint has been revised and relocated to Lewis & Clark Festival Park (Union & W 1st Street).
The carnival has been curtailed in size to fit the available footprint and will operate:

Friday: 4:00–10:00 PM
Saturday: 11:00 AM–10:00 PM
Sunday: 11:00 AM–6:00 PM

Vendor Market activities will take place Saturday only (11:00 AM–8:00 PM), reducing multi-day street closures.
• Several festival elements have been redistributed throughout downtown to minimize concentrated impacts.

Lewis & Clark Festival Park will be closed for carnival setup beginning Sunday, April 19, with full removal and reopening expected by Tuesday, April 28.
Saturday, April 25: A City-Wide Celebration
Saturday remains the heart of the festival, featuring:

CGCC Cherry Fun Run
• Royalty Coronation & Community Breakfast
• Cherry Festival Parade (10:00 AM)
• Open-Air Vendor Market on Federal Street & Tony’s Lot
• KODL Classic Car Show (Federal Street, 2nd–4th)
• Community Fair (4th & Washington–Federal)
• Children’s Fair (Medical Arts Building Parking Lot)
• Cherry Festival Quilt Show
• Randy Haines Cherry Stomp Dance & Evening Concert at Civic Auditorium

Street closures for the Car Show, Community Fair, Children’s Fair, and Vendor Market will occur Saturday only, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM, significantly reducing previous multi-day impacts.
All Month Long: The GREAT Cherry Adventure
In addition to weekend festivities, April will feature a month-long Cherry Hunt (April 1–30), a community-wide interactive experience modeled after the popular Frosty Trail. Participants can visit businesses, earn points, win weekly prizes, and search for hidden original artwork placed throughout the community. If found, the art belongs to the finder.
This expanded format spreads foot traffic throughout the month, supporting small businesses beyond a single weekend.
Entertainment Across Downtown
Rather than centralizing all music, the Chamber is partnering with local pubs, restaurants, and venues to activate downtown all weekend. Businesses are invited to share their live music schedules so they can be promoted through the official festival webpage, NorthwestCherryFestival.com and the community calendar at TDCommunityCalendar.com

Chic Preston & Kerry Williams Live music
2026-04-24 18:00 - 20:00 | Tarwater Tavern, White Salmon
Grizzled Gorge Music veterans grind out another one. By now the lines on their faces feel like lines on the road, but this is Gorge acoustic live music at its best. Hoist a few with White Salmon celebrity Huxley the Cat at his private table while enjoying the show. Washingtonians skip the Bridge toll.(Oregonians, the shoe’s on the other hand..)

*SOLD OUT* Fruition - - Labor of Love 10th Anniversary Celebration!
2026-04-24 18:00 - 21:00 | Trout Lake Hall, 15 Guler Rd, Trout Lake, WA, 98650, United States
Friday, April 24th, 2026
$43 Advance // $45 Day Of Show6pm Doors / 7pm ShowAll Ages
FRUITION
Fruition, How to Make Mistakes
Three songwriters. Five bandmates. More than 15 years together, building a grassroots audience with a combination of stacked vocal harmonies and collaborative, song-driven Americana. Fruition is proof that there’s strength in numbers.
How To Make Mistakes, the band’s first studio album in four years, showcases a reinvigorated group at the peak of its powers. This is American roots music at its broadest and boldest — a melting pot of rock, soul, folk, and pop. What began as a busking string band has evolved into something more eclectic, rooted not only in the unique delivery of three different singers, but also the cohesion of five friends who prefer their music to be homegrown and honest… mistakes and all.
“This is the first studio album that we’ve recorded entirely live,” says Jay Cobb Anderson, who shares frontperson duties with fellow multi-instrumentalists Mimi Naja and Kellen Asebroek. “We recorded 17 songs in 7 days, with everybody playing together in real time, and we didn’t overdub anything. The songs sound honest and real. They sound like us.”
Co-produced by the bandmates themselves, How To Make Mistakes restores the momentum that Fruition nearly lost in 2020, back when Covid-19 forced them off the road and into quarantine. At the time, they’d been playing some of the biggest shows of their lives, crisscrossing the country in support of their most recent release, Broken At The Break Of Day. The album’s lead single, “Dawn,” had even become a hit on Americana radio. Years of relentless work had taken a toll on Fruition’s mental health, though, and cracks were starting to show in the band’s foundation. “We were so deep into the tour hustle that a lot of our cohesive vision might’ve gotten lost,” Naja admits. “Like anybody in any work force, we’d all learned to put our heads down and keep moving forward, even if that wasn’t the best thing for us.”
When they reunited one year later for a long-overdue band practice, they took stock of everything that had changed during those 12 months apart. Some members had started families. Others had gotten sober. All of them had made the conscious decision to return to music. Fruition funneled that growth and maturity back into their new songs, which doubled as rallying cries for a band eager to chase down success once again. “We all had the time to ask ourselves some big questions like ‘Do we want to keep doing this?'” Naja adds. “The fact that we reunited in such a reinforced way after all that time apart… I think it says a lot about who this band truly is.”
And who, exactly, is Fruition? On songs like “Lonely Work,” they’re a folk-rock band powered by pedal steel and lovely, loping tempos. On “Scars,” they’re a group caught halfway between the earthy textures of Americana and the spacey sweep of something far more ethereal. On “Get Lost,” they’re a group of adventure seekers looking to leave the big city behind, stacking their electric guitars into harmonized solos along the way. Fruition’s acoustic roots are evident throughout How To Make Mistakes, too, from “Can You Tell Me” — a rough ‘n’ rowdy folk song laced with resonator guitar, mandolin, and upright bass — to the campfire ballad “Never Change.” How To Make Mistakes embraces the full spread of the band’s past and present, mixing unplugged instruments with electrified arrangements, creating a sound suitable for arenas one minute and front-porch picking parties the next. It’s the widest net Fruition has ever cast, and it’s also the truest representation of the band’s wide, all-encompassing sound.
“When I think about this record, the word that comes to mind is ‘trust,'” says Asebroek. “We trust each other. We trust the strength of our songs. We’ve come to really know ourselves as individuals and as partners, and instead of trying to prove something to the outside world, we’re trying to show the world that we are who we are, and we love ourselves.”
When Fruition formed in Portland in 2008, the band’s three songwriters earned their first fans by busking together on Oregon’s street corners. Those informal gigs were raw and real, filled with all the honest imperfections of a live performance. Hundreds of shows later, How To Make Mistakes revisits that flaws-and-all approach, using it as the foundation for the most definitive album of the band’s career. Tracked live at eTown Hall’s recording studio in Colorado and engineered/mixed by the band’s own drummer, Tyler Thompson, it’s an album that embraces not only the in-the-moment immediacy of a live band, but also the love, longing, loss, and sheer life lived during the band’s 15+ years together.
“If you listen closely,” Anderson points out, “you can hear tempos fluctuate. Maybe you’ll have somebody finger-picking slightly out of time. But that’s part of the whole idea of learning to embrace your true identity. We’re a band that would rather lean into a mistake than use studio tricks to erase it. With How To Make Mistakes, we wanted to say, ‘This is us, with all of our flaws and all of our strengths.'”
All of their strengths, indeed. Collaborative, consistent, and musically cohesive, How To Make Mistakes is the sound of a band rededicating itself to the long haul.

Legally Blonde: The Musical Jr.
2026-04-24 18:00 - 21:00, 2026-04-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Hood River Middle School Auditorium, 1602 May St., Hood River, 97031
💖✨ Get ready for a fabulously fun show! ✨💖
Hood River Middle School Drama proudly presents Legally Blonde: The Musical Jr.—a high-energy, feel-good production full of humor, heart, and unforgettable songs! Follow Elle Woods as she proves you can be both stylish and smart while chasing your dreams. 🎓🐾
📅 Show Dates:
• April 24 & 25 at 6:00 PM
• April 26 at 2:00 PM
📍 Location: HRMS Auditorium
🎟 Tickets:
• $10 Adults
• $5 Students
• Kids 5 & under FREE
(Cash or check at the door)
Bring your friends and family and come support these talented students as they light up the stage with this fun, empowering musical! 🌟

LIVE MUSIC - Big River Blues Band
2026-04-24 18:00 - 21:00 | The Pines 1852, 415 Oak Street, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Join us this Friday at The Pines for a glass of wine, live music and dancing with Big River Blues Band. Music starts at 6pm.

Alonzo returns - live music
2026-04-24 18:00 - 21:00 | Rivertap Pub, 703 E. 2nd St., The Dalles, OR, 97058, United States
It’s been a while since I played at Rivertap, so I look forward to coming back on Friday. You come on down too!

Live...Matt Martin & The .45's
2026-04-24 19:00 - 22:00 | Zim’s Brau Haus Restaurant & Sports Bar, 604 E 2nd St, The Dalles, OR, 97058, US
Awesome music. Awesome food. Awesome service.

live...Bohica
2026-04-24 21:00 | Trillium Cafe, 207 Oak St, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Hard Rock and Heavy Metal Band playing classic rock, metal and grunge live cover jams.

New! Chic Preson, John Bunzow & Tim Ortlieb
2026-04-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Phelps Creek Tasting Room, 301 Country Club Rd, Hood River
Phelps Creek introduces a new Saturday night live music series! Chic Preston is the weekly curator welcoming some of the Northwest’s top musicians. This week features Nashville veteran Americana singer, songwriter and red-hot guitar picker John Bunzow joining drummer Tim Ortlieb and Chic for an evening of high-spirited guitar-centric music. Delicious Phelps Creek wines and scrumptious appetizers are featured. On the patio, weather willing.

Saturday Night in the Room - w/Chic Preston - ft John Bunzow
2026-04-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Phelps Creek Tasting Room, 301 Country Club Rd, Hood River
Americana, fiery guitar & rich harmonies
Each week brings a fresh, rotating lineup of top-tier Pacific Northwest musicians, transforming the space with their own distinct style, sound, and energy. From soulful sets to electrifying performances, no two nights are ever the same—just a room full of talent, connection, and unforgettable music. Come for the vibe. Stay for the experience
This week John Bunzow Americana, fiery guitar & rich harmonies

Emily Nenni / Rose Gerber
2026-04-25 18:00 - 21:00 | Trout Lake Hall, 15 Guler Rd, Trout Lake, WA, 98650, United States
Saturday, April 25th, 2026
$25 Advance // $30 Day Of Show6pm Doors / 7pm ShowAll Ages
EMILY NENNI
Emily Nenni and Movin’ Shoes is all about the right fit. Made in Memphis, the Nashville based singer-songwriter’s fourth full length album is as much about dancing as following the steps of understanding and respect. Nenni’s songs reflect her solicitude, but are much more soulful in this setting – taking inspiration from the many impassioned performers of the region, to 60’s girl groups and honky tonk heroes.
Pairing once again with producer John James Tourville (The Deslondes), Movin’ Shoes was cut at Matt -Ross-Spang’s new Southern Grooves studio. The 13 tracks tie up nicely with added covers from Paul Simon, Delbert McClinton and Cass Elliott.
Movin’ Shoes will be released on May 1st via New West Records.
ROSE GERBERBased in Portland, OR, Rose Gerber is an American roots explorer, incorporating country, folk, rock, alt-rock, and alt-country into a seamless signature aesthetic, where cowboy boots meet Doc Martins.
Her catalog includes an LP, several EPs and a bounty of singles. She has shared the stage with acts like Big Richard, Margo Cilker and Never Come Down. She’s performed at iconic NW festivals such as Pickathon, Treefort Music Festival, and Jackalope Jamboree and won the 2026 Portland Folk Festival Songwriting Contest.

Cherry Stomp Dance – Featuring Icons of Rock!
2026-04-25 19:00 - 21:00 | The Dalles Civic Auditorium, East 4th Street, The Dalles, Oregon, 97058, United States
After years of silence, the dance floor is coming back to life in The Dalles on Cherry Festival Weekend.
The Cherry Stomp Dance storms back into the The Dalles Civic Auditorium on April 25 at 7:00 PM — bringing the music, the memories, and the magic back to The Civic for one unforgettable night.
For longtime locals, Cherry Stomp isn’t just a dance. It’s a feeling. It’s packed floors, big guitars, friends singing at the top of their lungs, and the kind of electric energy that only happens when a community comes together.
This year’s return carries special meaning. The event comes back with the blessing of Randy Haines, whose name became synonymous with unforgettable live entertainment in The Dalles and legendary nights at The Civic.
Event organizer Tiffany Hardin, Operations Manager of The Dalles Civic and a lifelong local, shared:
“I grew up in The Dalles knowing that if Randy Haines was attached to a show, it was going to be good. Even as a kid, you just knew. I may have been too young to attend his events, but everyone talked about them. Later, I had the opportunity to visit with Randy while promoting events on his Friday morning radio show, and it was such a gift to connect with him and hear the stories of the great Randy Haines. He has an incredible history with The Dalles and with The Civic itself. It truly is an honor to bring the Cherry Stomp Dance back with his blessing and carry on this tradition. Randy told me he may not be able to be there physically, but he’ll absolutely be there in spirit, rockin’ the night away with all of us.”
Providing the soundtrack for the night is the high-energy, live band “Icons of Rock – Tribute Show,” delivering powerhouse tributes to legends like Van Halen, Ozzy Osbourne, Joan Jett, and Shania Twain, along with more iconic hits guaranteed to keep the dance floor moving all night long. Expect big vocals, blazing guitar riffs, fist-in-the-air anthems, and nonstop dancing.
A full bar and food will be available for purchase, setting the stage for the ultimate night out with friends. Whether you’re reliving the glory days of Cherry Stomp or experiencing it for the very first time, this is your chance to be part of a revived local tradition.
The Cherry Stomp Dance is proudly sponsored by Explore The Dalles and Copper West Real Estate.
Event Details
Cherry Stomp Dance
April 25, 2026
7:00 PM
The Dalles Civic Auditorium
Tickets are $25 and available online or at the door if still available. Early purchase is strongly encouraged — this nostalgic, high-energy comeback is expected to draw a strong crowd.
Dust off your dancing shoes. Call your friends. Make your plans.
The Cherry Stomp is back — and it’s ready to rock.

Cherryfest DJ Night
2026-04-25 21:00 | Last Stop Saloon, 209 East 2nd Street, The Dalles, 97058, United States
� GRAB YOUR FRIENDS, IT’S DJ NIGHT CHERRYFEST WEEKEND �Join us at Last Stop Saloon for a fun, laid-back night filled with good music, great drinks, and delicious food!April 25th, 2026� 9 PM – 1 AM� 209 E 2nd St, The Dalles, OR 97058� NO COVER CHARGE!Come hang out, relax, dance, and enjoy the beats from DJ PopNFresh!#livemusicvenue #bringyourfriends #weappreciateyourbusiness #explorethedalles #eatlocal #eventsinthegorge #JoinUs #music

Jeshua Marshall and the Flood with Aage Birch
2026-04-25 21:00 - 2026-04-26 00:00 | River City Saloon (THDL)
Jeshua Marshall and The Flood
With Aage Birch
21+
Free Show
April 25,2026
River City Saloon
301 E 3rd St.
The Dalles, OR

Legally Blonde: The Musical Jr.
2026-04-26 14:00 | Hood River Middle School Auditorium, 1602 May St., Hood River, 97031
Hood River Middle School Drama proudly presents Legally Blonde: The Musical Jr.—a high-energy, feel-good production full of humor, heart, and unforgettable songs! Follow Elle Woods as she proves you can be both stylish and smart while chasing your dreams. 🎓🐾
📅 Show Dates:
• April 24 & 25 at 6:00 PM
• April 26 at 2:00 PM
📍 Location: HRMS Auditorium
🎟 Tickets:
• $10 Adults
• $5 Students
• Kids 5 & under FREE
(Cash or check at the door)
Bring your friends and family and come support these talented students as they light up the stage with this fun, empowering musical! 🌟

Dave Henehan / Tim Mayer live music
2026-04-26 15:00 - 17:00 | The Pines 1852, 415 Oak Street, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Dave Henehan (guitar) and Tim Ortlieb (keyboards) return to The Pines! Join us for a great Sunday afternoon of jazz, blues and Latin tunes.

Community Singalong
2026-04-26 16:00 - 17:00 | Spirit of Grace Church, 1140 Tucker Rd., Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Join us for an hour of powerful, timely resistance songs. Learn songs from the Singing Resistance movement in Minnesota, where thousands have gathered to sing for justice and solidarity. These are simple songs, taught call-and-response style. No singing or musical experience necessary. Taught and led by local singers Rachel Moore-Beitler (owner of Five Element Acupuncture) and Miranda Bermes (Pastor at Spirit of Grace Church). This is a free event and donations will be accepted to support local social justice efforts. Questions? Contact Rachel at rmbeitler@gmail.com

Sunday Music Series - featuring The Feel Button
2026-04-26 17:00 - 19:00 | Phelps Creek Tasting Room, 301 Country Club Rd, Hood River
Sunday Music Series at Phelps Creek Vineyards 🍷
Sit back, sip, and wine down as you ease into the week ahead. This Sunday, we’re featuring The Feel Button—the solo acoustic project of Sean Paul—bringing a smooth blend of soulful originals and laid-back covers ranging from Paul Simon to Pearl Jam.
Easy listening, great wine, and a set that does exactly what it promises… feels good.

Jonny Fritz
2026-04-26 17:00 - 20:00 | Trout Lake Hall, 15 Guler Rd, Trout Lake, WA, 98650, United States
Sunday, April 26th, 2026
$23 Advance // $25 Day Of Show5pm Doors / 6pm ShowAll Ages
JONNY FRITZ
Jonny Fritz – a veteran of 15 years as a touring musician. Born in Missoula, Montana and raised in Esmont, Virginia. A near perfect blend of country and western, yet impossible to know what to call it or do with it. Jonny calls it Dad Country; a theme park tailor made for dad’s. That’s his genre (so he says) and if that makes sense to you then you ought to have your head checked. The guy does it all. He is a famed leatherworker known for covering household items in handtooled leather (from microwaves and coffee grinders to telecasters). He’s made guitar straps for all your favorite bands and he even co-wrote the hit song All Your Favorite Bands (with Taylor Goldsmith of Dawes). Currently residing in the foothills of Los Angeles, he hasn’t toured much in the past few years since focusing on selling houses and raising his daughter. He’s branded himself as L.A.’s Only Realtor™ and has become quite successful at selling multi-million dollar properties to the stars. Not to mention he’s the Music Director of a boutique music venue in Sonoma County, CA called Little Saint that has garnered some major headlines for their surprise shows featuring the likes of boygenius, Phoebe Bridgers, Rufus Wainwright, Hiss Golden Messenger, Lavender Country and so many more. There’s a special freakiness Fritz brings to whatever he does. Selling real estate, running marathons, songwriting, or leather-working. It somehow all makes sense once you learn to make sense of it. Catch this delicate flower the next time you smell him coming! You won’t want to miss out on your chance to see him do his thing.

TFB Live
2026-04-26 17:00 - 20:00 | Phelps Creek Vineyards, 301 Country Club Rd, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Join me for free live music, wine and stunning views from this winery in Hood River … Phelps Creek Vineyard Music starts at 5 pmTasting Room:301 Country Club RdHood River, OR97031541-386-2607

Willy & Nelson Trio
2026-04-29 18:00 - 20:00 | KickStand Coffee & Kitchen, 1235 State St, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Join the Willy & Nelson Trio this Wednesday, April 29th, at Kickstand Coffee & Kitchen from 6-8 PM. Listen to the smooth sounds of the Willy & Nelson Trio while enjoying special food and drinks in a great atmosphere with excellent service!

live...Jessie Leigh
2026-04-29 18:00 - 21:00 | Bargeway Pub
Get ready for an unforgettable night of live music with Nashville recording artist Jessie Leigh— live at Bargeway Pub!🎟️ FREE🕔 6pm👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 All ages welcome

The Lobbyists Live
2026-04-29 18:30 - 20:30 | The Lightwell Hotel & Spa, 201 Cascade Ave, Hood River, 97031
The Lobbyists live at Lightwell: The Lobbyists deliver the finest in instrumental Swing, Jazz, and Blues, featuring three of Hood River’s most exceptional musicians at The Lightwell.

Tim Ortlieb is a rare gem – a drummer who listens as deeply as he plays. Ronnie Ontiveros brings his infectious joy and masterful command of the upright bass.
Leading the trio, Ben Bonham draws from his rich experience both locally and in the UK, captivating audiences as a guitarist, songwriter, and entertainer.
The Lobbyists play with effortless style, deep musicality, and an undeniable passion for their craft, creating a sound that’s as refined as it is exhilarating.

Happy Hour & Live Music with Juliet Yänko
2026-04-30 16:00 - 18:00 | The Pines 1852, 415 Oak Street, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Join us at The Pines on Thursday, April 30th, for an evening of live music with the incredible Juliet Yänko!From 4–6pm, Juliet’s soulful, bluesy sound will fill the room. An award-winning vocalist and multi-instrumentalist with over 15 years in jazz, she blends blues, roots, and Americana with heart, humor, and undeniable soul. Her performances are as moving as they are fun—you might laugh, tear up, and even find yourself dancing.
Come early to grab your favorite seat and kick off the evening right—Happy Hour starts at 3pm!

Sip and Sound Thursdays w/ Scot Bergeron
2026-04-30 16:00 - 18:00 | Mt Hood Winery
at Mt Hood Winery : Sip & Sound Thursdays at Mt. Hood Winery | April, 4–6pmLive music, great wine, and relaxed spring evenings—just show up and enjoy 🎶

All Jazz Considered w/ Dave Captein
2026-04-30 17:00 - 19:00 | Phelps Creek Tasting Room, 301 Country Club Rd, Hood River
This week, Dave Captein, bass player extraordinaire, comes out from Portland to join Mike Grodner (drums) and Tim Mayer (piano) for the evening. Dave is an amazing bass player – if you’ve seen him, you know that. If you haven’t seen him, come on down and see what you’ve been missing. Good food and wine too.

Ken Waldman: Fiddling Poet | Workshop & Concert
2026-04-30 17:00 - 20:00 | Columbia Center for the Arts, 215 Cascade Ave, Hood River, OR, 97031-1724, United States
5PM | FOUR WRITING PROMPTS: THE BEGINNING OF FOUR NEW STORIES OR POEMS (WRITING WORKSHOP)

Please join us in our Studio where acclaimed writer and musician Ken Waldman will lead a 2-hour workshop designed for writers of any experience, ability, and age (though recommended for writers at least 13 years old).
The more you write, the luckier you get. Each time you start a piece, there’s an opportunity to get luckier than ever. The trick is getting started. Here, you’ll not only begin four new pieces, but will learn strategies to begin many more. The session is open to writers of all levels and experience.

Ken Waldman will preform his show titled Now Entering Alaska Time, where he combines fiddle tunes with Alaska-set stories and poems. This event is free and open to the public. It follows his Writing Workshop in the same space earlier in the afternoon. For information about that paid event, please click HERE
RSVP is encouraged. The workshop is Pay-What-You-Can, with a suggested donation of $25.

7PM | KEN WALDMAN in CONCERT.
Ken Waldman will do a show titled Now Entering Alaska Time, where he combines fiddle tunes with Alaska-set stories and poems.
A long-time touring artist, Ken has played the widest range of venues, from the Kennedy Center Millennium Stage to the Dodge Poetry Festival to the Woodford Folk Festival (Queensland, Australia). “Like a Ken Burns movie. . . . Always recommended.” —Austin Chronicle “Renegade Americana.” –Denver Post

ABOUT KEN WALDMAN
In addition to being a fiddler (with 12 CDs), Ken Waldman is a former college professor with an MFA in Creative Writing from University of Alaska Fairbanks. He has 17 full-length poetry collections, a memoir (about his life as a touring artist), 3 children’s books, a creative writing manual, a short story collection, and a novel. Over 400 of his stories, poems, and essays have appeared in such journals as Beloit Poetry Journal and Poets & Writers. www.kenwaldman.com
A long-time touring artist, Ken has played the widest range of venues, from the Kennedy Center Millennium Stage to the Dodge Poetry Festival to the Woodford Folk Festival (Queensland, Australia). “Like a Ken Burns movie. . . . Always recommended.” —Austin Chronicle “Renegade Americana.” –Denver Post

Local Legend Live Music
2026-04-30 18:00 - 18:15 | Bargeway Pub, 1535 Bargeway Rd. , The Dalles, OR, United States, Oregon 97058
Join us for Live Music Every Thursday at Bargeway
Inside or Outside, depending on the weather, join us for a selection of local music icons playing the Bargeway stage.
https://www.facebook.com/events/1299959988776463/?event_time_id=1299960002109795

Matt McCravey Indie-folk Musician & Songwriter
2026-04-30 18:00 - 20:00 | Porron Cellars, 210 Oak Street, Hood River, 97031, United States
Thursday March 26th, 6-8pm Live Music with Matt McCravey
(Every last Thursday)
