Gorge Games 2026
2026-07-11 09:00 - 2026-07-12 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Skamania County Fair Grounds, 710 SW Rock Creek Dr, Stevenson, WA, 98648, United States
More details to come, we just want to get this on everyone’s calendar 🤠

Traffic Jam Car Show
2026-07-11 08:00 - 17:00 | Western Antique Aeroplane & Automobile Museum, 1600 Air Museum Rd., Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
The Western Antique Aeroplane & Automobile Museum is having their annual Traffic Jam! This special car show brings together classic vehicles and hands-on fun all in one place. Registered participants and their guests will showcase their vintage cars while spectators are welcome to enjoy the museum, view the vehicles up close, and take part in a full day of activities. Enjoy food, music, family-friendly fun, technical sessions, opportunities to ride in select historic vehicles, and vote for your favorite old car. This fundraiser helps keep WAAAM’s engines running, and there’s truly something for everyone to enjoy.

Hot Damn Scandal / James Rossi at Trout Lake Hall
2026-07-10 18:00 - 21:00 | Trout Lake Hall, 15 Guler Rd, Trout Lake, WA, 98650, United States
Friday, July 10th, 2026
$15 Advance // $15 Day Of Show6pm Doors / 7pm ShowAll Ages
HOT DAMN SCANDALHot Damn Scandal finds its songs under park benches and in forgotten alleyways, on the corner of Tom Waits and Gershwin. The resulting outlaw ballads, dirty jazz, circus freakouts, shanty-rags, string band funk, lonesome heart-breakers, and whiskey bottle love songs blend together in what may be best described as ‘Cabaret Americana’: theatrical, orchestral, lyrical, and endlessly danceable.
The group began as a nebula of traveling musicians formed around the songs of founder Pete Irving over 15 years ago. Firmly rooted in Bellingham, WA since 2016, they have become a staple in the ever evolving NW music scene.
With influences ranging from Roma Swing to Motown, from Klezmer too Country, they’ll be in your ears and on your mind for good after you’ve seen them once.
JAMES ROSSIInstantly recognizable by his elastic bass vocals, harmonic sensibility and poetic bent, James Rossi is both a careful crafter of originals songs and a renovator of unsung classics from the early 20th-century.

20th Anniversary of Kiteboard 4 Cancer
2026-07-10 15:00 - 2026-07-12 18:00 | Hood River Event Site
In 2007, Kiteboard 4 Cancer was founded by three Gorge locals inspired to put on a small event for community good.One of those founders, Tonia Farman, led the event for its first fifteen years as it grew into a beloved community tradition. After several years away, Tonia has returned to help guide KB4C into its next chapter, reigniting the event with the same spirit of purpose and community that started it all.
There will be kiteboarding, winging, foiling, art-ing, eating, swimming and more fun activities for our community to come take part in!
For the past 17 years, KB4C has benefited organizations such as Children’s Hospital Seattle, Children’s Healing Art Project, John Wayne Cancer Foundation, Celilo Cancer Center, OHSU Adolescent & Young Adult Clinic, and Project Koru, the local organization here in Hood River that was started because of Kiteboard 4 Cancer.
New this year, KB4C will select three beneficiary organizations whose work strengthens the Gorge community in the areas of cancer care and support, and/or mental health and wellness.This approach allows the event to support several impactful programs each year while staying focused on the well-being of our community. Organizations aligned with these focus areas are invited to apply to become a KB4C beneficiary. Learn more at KB4C.org

Figure Drawing
2026-07-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Tokki Art Supply, 409 Oak St, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Join us every month for an evening of focused, unguided figure drawing at Tokki Art Supply. These sessions provide a quiet, respectful space to practice and sharpen your skills from a live nude model. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or just getting started, all are welcome to bring their materials and draw at their own pace.
Ages 18+ only. No photography. Please arrive on time and maintain a professional, quiet atmosphere throughout the session. There is a limited number of easels and drawing boards available for participants to use during the session. Materials are not provided.
Date: Thur July 9
Time: 6:15-8:00pm
Cost: $20
Ages: 18+
Location: Tokki Art Supply Classroom 208 4th st, Hood River
If you cannot attend a class, a 72 hour notice prior to the start of the class via email or phone is required for a full refund of the class fee. After that there is no refund.
Students will receive a confirmation email of the purchase of the class. And 3 days prior to the class they will receive a reminder email. Please keep a look out for these emails.

All Jazz Considered
2026-07-09 17:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-02 17:00 - 19:00 | Phelps Creek Tasting Room, 301 Country Club Rd, Hood River
Locally-grown, free-range, jazz musicians gather at Phelps Tasting Room every Thursday to serve up a flight of jazz tunes in every genre. Good food and wine too.

Alonzo Garbanzo Ascends
2026-07-09 16:00 - 18:00 | The Pines 1852, 415 Oak Street, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Yes, ascends Oak Street until reaching THE PINES 1852, where he shall caress the frets and winningly warble his wondrous winsome…um…can’t think of something starting with W, so…….songs.

Canvas of Calm
2026-07-09 10:00 - 12:00 | WA
Nature. Mindfulness. Art.
Join Emily Martin, mindfulness instructor, for a morning of nature awareness, watercolor painting, and cultural exploration at The History Museum of Hood River County. We’ll set up art tables under the trees, grounding ourselves in nature before diving into painting. Each participant will receive an outline of the landscape by local artist Marcella Kriebel, along with watercolor supplies and easy instructions to create your painting. All materials are provided, including the Gorge Art Box with supplies and iconic Gorge sketches. You’ll take home your hand-painted souvenir and the remaining contents of the Art Box to continue your creative journey. Your experience also includes entry to TheHistory Museum to add a cultural touch to your day. No painting experience required—just a love for nature and creativity. $45/person. Register with the Hood River County Museum directly here.

The Lobbyists Live
2026-07-08 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-07-01 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.

Garbanzo : catch some Tunes!
2026-07-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Tabby’s Hole in One Clubhouse, Tabby's Hole in One Clubhouse
Hey, I love playing at Tabby’s, site of the coolest open mike around methinks. Come on out go the greens and catch some tunes!

Wild Color Camp - 3 day event
2026-07-08 11:00 - 15:00 | Tokki Art Supply, 409 Oak St, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Get ready to unlock the secrets of the natural world! Wild Color Camp is a 3-day hands-on adventure taught by artist Molly Holmlund where young explorers become color alchemists brewing magical potions from foraged plants, berries, and roots to create stunning, one-of-a-kind colors.
We’ll use our wild made dyes to transform wool into vibrant works of art, then felt our creations into treasures to take home. Along the way, our young artists will experiment, discover, and get their hands beautifully messy as they explore the surprising power hiding in nature’s palette.
All materials are provided. Just make sure your kids are dressed for mess.
Dates: Wednesday July 8 to Friday July 10
Time: 11am-3pm
Ages: 6-12 years old
Cost: $180 ($20 discount if purchasing two or more spots for siblings)
Location: Tokki Art Supply Classroom
If a student cannot attend an art camp a two week notification prior to the start of class is required for a full refund. You can contact us at classes@tokkiartsupply.com or call at (541)436-3660. Anything later than that there is no refund.
Students will receive a confirmation email of the purchase of the class. And 3 days prior to the class they will receive a reminder email. Please keep a look out for these emails.

VBS
2026-07-06 09:00 - 2026-07-10 09:00 | Goldendale Columbus Avenue Baptist Church, 815 N Columbus Avenue, Goldendale,, WA, 98620, United States
Join us for VBS. This year is “Illumination Station” shining a light on who Jesus really is!

Hood River 4th of July Fireworks
2026-07-04 22:00 - 22:30 | Portway Ave, Portway Avenue, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Join us again for the biggest annual 4th of July fireworks display in the Gorge! Park at the event site and rotate your chairs to point towards the spit (east), where the fireworks will be launched at 10pm.
Donations are highly recommended as this event is 100% community funded.

4th of July at the Skamania County Fairgrounds
2026-07-04 19:00 - 23:00 | Skamania County Fairgrounds, 710 SW Rock Creek Drive, Stevenson, WA, 98610, United States
Celebrate Independence Day at the Spectacular 4th of July Event at Skamania County Fairgrounds! 🇺🇸🎆
Join us for an unforgettable 4th of July celebration at the Skamania County Fairgrounds! Bring your friends and family, grab a blanket, and get ready for a fun-filled evening of music and fireworks.
Here’s what we have in store:Music by Big River Blues Band starting at 7 pm, setting the perfect patriotic vibe for the night!An incredible firework display by Crazy Rays at 10 pm!FREE parking available for all attendees!NO cover charge, so everyone can enjoy the festivities!Delicious food trucks offering a variety of tasty treats to satisfy your cravings!
Please note: Personal fireworks and watercraft are not permitted for safety reasons. Camping is also not allowed on the 4th only.Mark your calendars and head to the Skamania County Fairgrounds at 710 SW Rockcreek Drive, Stevenson, WA.

Countryside Ride at Trout Lake Hall
2026-07-04 18:00 - 21:00 | Trout Lake Hall, 15 Guler Rd, Trout Lake, WA, 98650, United States
Saturday, July 4th, 2026
$17 Advance // $25 Day Of Show6pm Doors / 7pm ShowAll Ages
COUNTRYSIDE RIDE
Countryside Ride is a five-piece traditional Country and Western Honkytonk Dance band that has been entertaining audiences throughout the Pacific Northwest for two decades. Playing festivals, dances, special events, and rodeos like the Pendleton Roundup, Countryside Ride consistently entertains four generations of music fans while breathing new energy into traditional Country music. Additionally, Countryside Ride has shared the stage with acts like Wayne “The Train” Hancock, Rosie Flores, Hellbound Glory, Summer Dean, and many others. Although they have released two of their own records, Countryside Ride’s repertoire is vast and incorporates multiple sub-genres of American music as well: making them the Pacific Northwest’s premier Honkytonk dance band.
“It’s more than just fashionable fools donning cowboy hats and bolo ties—the music of classic country has also been in the throes of a pocketed resurgence. Indie musicians in their 30s have started paring down their layers, adding pedal steel, and discovering folks like George Jones, Buck Owens, and Merle Haggard—songwriters who did more with less. The johnny-come-latelys would do well to take a gander at Countryside Ride, who aren’t old-timers, but spot-on, honky-tonk preservationists capable of teaching a master class. The Clark County, Washington, group knows what it takes to make a great bar band: For a decade they’ve played mostly covers with easy, ego-less finesse and aplomb. From the plunking stand-up bass, to the swinging, minimalist drums, to the crisp, plucky Telecaster twang, to the love-sick croon and hootin & hollers, Countryside Ride is as timeless and sturdy as their vernacular.”
— ANDREW R TONRY, The Portland Mercury

White Salmon July 4th Parade & Music in the Park
2026-07-04 11:00 - 14:00 | White Salmon, Washington, White Salmon, Washington
Please join us for the annual White Salmon July 4th Parade followed by Music in the Park with two bands. Check in at Spokes Bike Park entry on Tohomish. The parade wraps through downtown Jewett to Main St ending at Rheingarten Park. We will enjoy two bands providing entertainment. We will have covered seating for our veterans and families. Others should bring a folding chair or blanket.

White Salmon Parade & Music in the Park
2026-07-04 11:00 - 14:00 | Downtown White Salmon, 418 Northeast Tohomish Street, White Salmon, 98672
You are invited to join us for our annual 4th of July Parade through downtown White Salmon on Saturday 7/4/26 starting at 11 am. You can be a part of the parade – walk, ride or drive. Pre-registration appreciated, but not mandatory. Or sit along the sidewalks and watch the entertainment as it goes by. The parade ends at Rheingarten Park 250 N. Main St where we will have VIP seating for our veterans and their families for the live music entertainment provided by the Whiskey Flats Band.

Ft. Dalles Fourth Fireworks & Parade!!
2026-07-04 07:00 - 22:00 | Lewis and Clark Festival Park, Columbia River, The Dalles, OR, 97058, United States
Saturday July 4th, 2026
7:00 AM
Rocket Run – Race Start
Registration opens 6:30 AM
Community run along the river
Location: Lewis & Clark Festival Park (1st & Union St. The Dalles, OR)
8:00 AM
Community Breakfast
Free McDonald’s breakfast
Location: City Park (707 Union St, The Dalles, OR)
8:00 AM
Yoga on the Grass
Immediately following the Rocket Run, pre-registration required
Location: Lewis & Clark Festival Park (1st & Union St. The Dalles OR)
10:00 AM
Hometown USA Parade
Route begins at 6th & Webber, traveling through Historic 2nd & 3rd Street
11:00 AM (Pending Confirmation)
Concert in the Park
Gorge Winds Concert Band in the shade
Location: City Park (707 Union St, The Dalles, OR)
5:00 PM
The Dalles Community Celebration
Live music, beer garden, food vendors, and family-friendly activities
Location: Downtown Main Street
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10:00 PM
Fort Dalles Fourth Fireworks Show
Viewable from multiple locations around town
Schedule subject to change as event details are finalized
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If you enjoyed the events or want to support the show please consider donating today!

Orquestra Pacifico Tropical at Trout Lake Hall
2026-07-03 18:00 - 21:00 | Trout Lake Hall, 15 Guler Rd, Trout Lake, WA, 98650, United States
Friday, July 3rd, 2026
$25 Advance // $30 Day Of Show6pm Doors / 7pm ShowAll Ages
ORQUESTRA PACIFICO TROPICAL
Over the past decade, Orquestra Pacifico Tropical has built a reputation for explosive and exciting sets of electrifying, psychedelic cumbia. They’ve performed at music festivals around the Pacific Northwest, including Treefort Music Fest, PDX Pop Now!, Freakout, Lose Yr Mind, Soul’d Out, Biamp Portland Jazz Festival and more, with live shows that have been described as a “jubilant rhythmic frenzy” and “mind-altering”. OPT has been proud to share the stage at beautiful theaters and hails around the PNW with legendary acts like Ural Thomas and the Pain, Y La Bamba, Thee Sacred Souls, The Dandy Warhols, Edna Vasquez and many other incredible groups. Their third album “El Poder” will be released on June 19th, 2026.
On a gloomy Pacific Northwest weekend in November 2020, OPT started writing new material at a beach-side cabin for what would become their third full length album, “El Poder”. The cloudy, overcast mood of the coastal forest afforded obvious inspiration which could subsequently be heard on the demo recordings. A warm, inviting Living-room-session amongst close friends, truly allowed for spontaneous creativity and earnest musicianship at a crucial developmental stage in the album’s trajectory.
“El Poder” finds OPT continuing its traditional cumbia-centric path, while also delving into salsa, and psychedelic northwest-inspired sounds. “El Poder” is Orquestra Pacific Tropical at the height of their powers, satisfying the veteran listener as well as offering new sonic explorations and a wholy unique latin music experience.

Richard Tillinghast and friends
2026-07-03 18:00 - 20:00 | Tarwater Tavern, White Salmon
Tarwater Saloon, White Salmon, every first Friday join Richard and and a rotating list of friends. 6-8 p.m.

Drawing Basics: Landscapes
2026-07-02 18:00 - 20:00 | Tokki Art Supply, 409 Oak St, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Learn the basics of drawing landscapes with instructor Janet O’Sullivan. She will guide students through converting a photo into a dynamic drawing by focusing on value, negative space and mark making. Students will begin with creating their own greyscale chart that they can use in all their drawings and paintings in the future. Learning how to use these fundamental skills will help in all aspects of art.
All materials included.
Date: Thursday July 2nd
Time: 6pm-8pm
Ages: 14+
Cost: $50
Location: Tokki Art Supply Classroom – 208 4th st, Hood River
If you cannot attend a class, a 72 hour notice prior to the start of the class via email or phone is required for a full refund of the class fee. After that there is no refund.
Students will receive a confirmation email of the purchase of the class. And 3 days prior to the class they will receive a reminder email. Please keep a look out for these emails.

Art Night!
2026-07-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Tokki Art Supply, 409 Oak St, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Join us once a month for a social evening of unguided art making. Participants will be encouraged to bring some supplies and a sketchbook to draw, paint or doodle! We will provide paper, pens and pencils and can provide prompts to get the creative juices flowing.
Date: Wednesday July 1
Time: 6pm-8pm
Cost: $5
Ages: 18+
Location: Tokki Art Supply Classroom – 208 4th st, Hood River

*SOLD OUT* Dog's Out the Cage Tour // Mountain Grass Unit at Trout Lake Hall
2026-06-30 18:00 - 21:00 | Trout Lake Hall, 15 Guler Rd, Trout Lake, WA, 98650, United States
Tuesday, June 30th, 2026
$25 Advance // $30 Day Of Show6pm Doors / 7pm ShowAll Ages
MOUNTAIN GRASS UNIT
Hailing from Birmingham, Alabama, Mountain Grass Unit has rapidly emerged as one of the most electrifying young bands in modern bluegrass, fusing razor-sharp picking, fearless improvisation, and four-part harmony into a sound that feels both rooted and revolutionary. The quartet — Drury Anderson (mandolin, vocals), Luke Black (guitar, vocals), Josiah Nelson (fiddle, vocals), and Sam Wilson (bass, vocals) — first turned heads with their 2024 EP Runnin’ From Trouble, but 2025 proved to be their true breakthrough year. The band logged nearly 100 national tour dates, sold out over thirty headline shows, and delivered standout festival performances at Telluride Bluegrass, DelFest, Northlands, an d WinterWonderGrass.
Rolling Stone praised them as the “surprise show” of Telluride, while Saving Country Music declared them the “next big band in bluegrass,” with further national spotlight through exclusive live sessions with Paste, Relix, and No Depression, cementing their arrival on the national stage. Their momentum peaked during IBMA week, where they earned the International Bluegrass Music Association’s Momentum Artist of the Year award, a defining milestone in a year of exponential growth.
Now in the studio crafting their next full-length album, due late summer, and fresh off support runs with genre leaders like The Infamous Stringdusters and Kitchen Dwellers, the band continues to expand its reach. Along the way, they’ve shared stages with legends like Billy Strings and Greensky Bluegrass in a series of high-profile moments that underscore the respect they’ve earned from the genre’s leading voices. Mountain Grass Unit isn’t simply riding bluegrass’s current resurgence, they are helping steer it, staking their claim as one of the most vital and forward-looking young bands in American roots music today.

Simple Silkscreen
2026-06-29 12:00 - 16:00 | Tokki Art Supply, 409 Oak St, Hood River, OR, 97031, United States
Discover the basics of silkscreen printing in this fun and hands-on workshop with instructor Janet O’Sullivan! Perfect for beginners, this class will guide you through the process of creating a simple design, preparing a screen, and printing your artwork onto paper or fabric. You’ll learn essential techniques, experiment with color, and leave with your own custom print and screen. No prior experience is needed—just bring your creativity! All materials are provided.
Date: Monday June 29th
Time: 12pm-4pm
Ages: 16+
Cost: $70
Location: Tokki Art Supply Classroom – 208 4th st, Hood River
If you cannot attend a class, a 72 hour notice prior to the start of the class via email or phone is required for a full refund of the class fee. After that there is no refund.
Students will receive a confirmation email of the purchase of the class. And 3 days prior to the class they will receive a reminder email. Please keep a look out for these emails.

Summer Dean / Emily Love & the Highliners at Trout Lake Hall
2026-06-28 17:00 - 20:00 | Trout Lake Hall, 15 Guler Rd, Trout Lake, WA, 98650, United States
Sunday, June 28th, 2026
$23 Advance // $28 Day Of Show5pm Doors / 6pm ShowAll Ages
SUMMER DEANSummer Dean puts on a hell-of-a show.Armed with three albums, constant tours, and a hot five-piece band behind her, Summer struts onto every stage with the confidence and vulnerability of a songstress that has cemented her place among the top rank Texas tunesmiths. Her live show takes the concert goer on a ride of original songs blending bravado, vulnerability, and a novelist’s eye for detail. Whether with her full band or all by herself, listeners and watchers are treated to an authentic, funny, and honest storyteller performing her way into legendary status.
EMILY LOVE & THE HIGHLINERSEmily Love & The Highliners bring 90s country sparkle, honky tonk grit, and rock and roll edge to every stage they play. Formed in Portland in 2023, the five-piece quickly became a favorite in the city’s two-step scene thanks to their high-energy, dance-ready shows and sharp, hook-driven songwriting.
Fronted by Emily Love, whose lyrics balance heartbreak and humor with an empowered perspective, the band pairs bright telecaster leads, driving rhythms, and pedal steel shimmer with choruses built for crowd singalongs. Their debut album, Heart of a Fool (2025), showcases their blend of classic country influence and modern personality.
Whether on a festival stage or in a packed dancehall, Emily Love & The Highliners deliver tight musicianship, contagious energy, and country songs that hit hard without losing their sense of fun.

Alonzo Garbanzo & Ted Matzen are Back
2026-06-28 17:00 - 19:00 | Phelps Creek Tasting Room, 301 Country Club Rd, Hood River
The return of 2 of Da Kine! Ted’s back up in the Gorge, tanned, rested, and ready. And I’m here too, um…ready.

ReThread Revival Fashion Show
2026-06-28 14:00 - 17:00 | Mid-Columbia Senior Center
Thrifted is the way to go! Bountiful Blessings Giving Closet presents to the public our first Fashion Show! From work to play, baby to adult, we are here to show you how second hand attire is full of golden opportunities at affordable, FREE prices.
Our fashion show will be June 28th at the Mid-Columbia Senior Center from 2 to 4 pm. Tickets are $10 (which can be pre-purchased online, follow the link). You can also bring a non-perishable food donation in lieu of a ticket at the door. Proceeds from the fashion show will go toward a new laptop, purchasing fixtures and supplies (we need to replace a couple of racks). We’re also trying to find a larger location to move to in the future.
All monetary donations to Bountiful Blessings Giving Closet are tax-deductible to the fullest extent of the law, as administered by our fiscal sponsor, Gorge Ecumenical Ministries, EIN# 23-7048820, 501(c3) nonprofit organization.

Picture This! Felting class
2026-06-28 13:00 - 16:00 | 4510 Browns Creek Road, The Dalles, OR, United States, Oregon 97058, 4510 Browns Creek Road, The Dalles, OR, United States, Oregon 97058
Felting class at the Makerspace!
Painting with Wool“Picture This”with Nancy SkakelSoft Heart Creations
Wool is so wonderfully adaptable. In this class we will create a base canvas then “paint” by needle felting a lovely picture. Students are encouraged to bring a picture or photograph to use as a guide – simple is recommended for your first effort. All supplies and instruction handout are included in the materials fee.
Date and Time: June 28 1 to 4pmPlace: The Makerspace 4510 Browns Creek Road The Dalles, ORCost: $60 including all suppliesContact: Nancy Skakel phone/text: 541 300-6260 3mail: fibreguild22@gmail.com
