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2025 Hood River

County Fair

"Sew it!

Grow it!

Show it!"

July 23-26

Entertainment Schedule

Tickets at: https://www.hoodriverfairgrounds.com/p/tickets--deals

Tuesday, July 22

Jenny Don’t and the Spurs at The Ruins

The Ruins in Hood River presents National and Regional touring musical acts, films, and other community events. www.theruins.org

Ruins Tuesday: Jenny Don't & The Spurs w/ Jacob Weldon

All Ruins Tuesdays shows are a $5 cover if you arrive before 7 p.m, and $10 cover if you arrive after that. Tickets for these shows are only available at the door. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. The shows are all-ages until 7 p.m. and then 21+ after.

Jenny Don’t and the Spurs have been pioneering their own path in the music world for over a dozen years. Known for their high-energy Country Western style and captivating stage presence, they've garnered a global following with their infectious enthusiasm, and extensive discography, featuring three albums, an EP, and nine singles.

Wednesday, July 23

Music & Magic in the Park in The Dalles

Explore Music with Teacher David - Early Childhood Music Educator

For the third year, The Dalles Public Library and Northern Wasco County Parks & Rec, are bringing you Music & Magic in the Park. This family friendly event is held at 6 p.m. on Wednesday evenings over at City Park. Each week features a different performer, always family friendly, and always free of charge.

We encourage families to bring a picnic supper and come prepared to have fun! Warning to parents, grandparents, aunts and uncles, and other adults: you may be required to get up and participate by dancing, singing, or some other silly activity.

Sunset Music Series with Big River Blues Band, Thunder Island Brewing in Cascade Locks, 6:30 p.m.

Thursday, July 24

Karaj Lost Coast (Homegrown Originals) at Double Mountain in Hood River, 7:30 p.m.

All Jazz Considered at Phelps Creek Vineyard in Hood River, 5-7 p.m.

Minn Minnick at Last Stop Saloon, 7 p.m.

Jeff Carrell at Bargeway Pub, 7 p.m.

Friday, July 25

Jo Dee Mesina in Warm Springs

Indian Head Casino presents Jo Dee Mesina

Big-Name Entertainment is scheduled this summer at Indian Head Casino in Warm Springs, OR.

Clay Street Unit at Trout Lake Hall

The Trout Lake Hall in Trout Lake, Washington brings live music and community events to its historic venue. www.troutlakehall.com/

Newgrass spirit of the Rocky Mountains mixed with country-folk traditions

Hailing from Denver, Colorado, Clay Street Unit mixes the Newgrass spirit of the Rocky Mountains with the country-folk traditions of the Appalachians. The result is a modern, amplified version of American roots music that blurs the borders between genre and geography, driven forward by drums, sharp songwriting, and the chemistry of multiple road warriors who've shared countless hours on stage.

$20 Advance // $25 Day Of Show

6 p.m. Doors / 7 p.m. Show

All Ages

The Hurdles at Bargeway Pub in The Dalles, 7 p.m.

Saturday, July 26

Gorge SummerFest

At Cascade Locks Marine Park

Saturday, July 26, 4-8 p.m.

Friends of the Columbia Gorge is throwing their annual summer celebration, and you’re invited! Set along the banks of the Columbia River at the scenic Cascade Locks Marine Park, this free, family-friendly event is open to the public and packed with fun ways to enjoy a summer afternoon in the Gorge.

Expect live music and dancing from two incredible local acts: genre-spanning pop-rock artist Matt Chaffee kicks things off, followed by a headlining set from acclaimed Americana/folk duo Tony Furtado and Stephanie Schneiderman.

Wander through a pop-up market featuring Indigenous artists, grab a bite from one of several delicious food trucks (frybread tacos, Thai, grilled sausages, ice cream, and more!), and explore conservation booths from local environmental groups. There’s something for everyone: lawn games, face painting, a bouncy house (wind permitting), a 50/50 raffle, and more.

Located in the heart of Cascade Locks, Oregon, the Marine Park offers riverside views, paved paths, and access to Thunder Island. It’s the perfect backdrop for a summer celebration of community and conservation.

Don’t miss your chance to connect with Friends of the Columbia Gorge and hundreds of other conservation-minded people from across the region to celebrate everything that makes this place so special.

Admission is free, and donations are optional, but if you’d like to make a donation as part of your free event registration, you may do so here: act.gorgefriends.org/a/donate

Tap here to register: www.mobilize.us/gorgefriends/event/796831/

Can’t wait to see you there!

Louder Than Brad at Mosier Company, 6-8 p.m.

Squrl Blues Show with Eden Brent at The Pines in Hood River

Piano-pounding, Mississippi-born Boogie-Woogie queen Eden Brent is rolling through Hood River on her way to teach at the legendary Port Townsend Acoustic Blues Festival, and you get to catch her LIVE at The Pines. Don’t miss it!, 6–9 p.m.; $10 suggested donation

Sunday, July 27

Three Rivers Jazz Band (Jazz), at Double Mountain Brewery in Hood River, Noon

Rich and Blonde, Ferment Brewing Summer Concert Series, 6 p.m.

40 Bones Band w/Andy Schmidt, at Stave and Stone Winery, 3-5 p.m.

Open Mic Stage (All Ages), Working Hands Fermentation in Hood River, 6:30-9:30 p.m.

Al Hare at Bargeway Pub in The Dalles, 7 p.m.

Parkdale Summer Party at the Red Barn Park in Parkdale, Oregon. Enjoy live music and a live DJ. There will be a pie-eating contest, a dance contest and karaoke! This is a family-friendly event that is welcoming to all. 3-6 p.m.

Monday, July 28

EAST/West Show at 301 Gallery

301 Gallery in Hood River is an Artist-Collective Gallery, Open 11 a.m. - 5 p.m., seven days a week. July Show: Discover EAST/WEST, a captivating art exhibition at two venues showcasing the contrast between the Columbia River Gorge and Portland’s urban landscape.

Rose Triolo (Folk singer from PNW), at Everybody’s Brewing in White Salmon, 6-8 p.m.

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Gorge Giggin’ Guide Highlights July 22-28