Gorge Giggin’ Guide - May 19-25
This week The Gorge Giggin’ Guide is bringing you all of the Best Gigs leading up to he Unofficial Start to Summer! We’re Celebrating Anniversaries, bringing you Regional Bluegrass Festivals, and all of the music to lead up to the gatherings planned on Memorial Day to honor those who died serving in the military. Get Out There!
The Dalles is
Little Music City
Tuesday, May 19
Little Music City was founded in The Dalles, Oregon by a group of individuals passionate about music and their community. https://www.littlemusiccity.com/
Tuesday, May 19, 2026
Reddy Black Trio at Zim’s Sports Bar & Grill, 7 p.m.
Left on Tenth at The Ruins
The Ruins in Hood River presents National and Regional touring musical acts, films, and other community events. https://www.theruins.org
Ruins Tuesday: Left On Tenth w/ The Apricots
May 19, 2026, 6:00 PM – 9:30 PM
Hood River, 13 Railroad Street
All Ruins Tuesdays shows are a $5 cover if you arrive before 7pm, 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. No early entry!
The shows are all-ages until 7 p.m. and then 13+ after.
Featured Non-Profit: Columbia River Gorge Quilters' Guild
Food Vendor: Columbia Gorge Crepes
Left on Tenth is a group of friends who started playing music together on 10th Ave. in Bozeman, MT in 2016. They share a passion for playing live music and creating a fun, enjoyable atmosphere. Their music manifests itself into a variety of genres from funky groves, to hard driving rock, to reggae, ska and Latin inspired tunes, to slower sensual ballads. Since nothing is off the table every Left on Tenth show is a little different, but always guaranteed to be an unforgettable performance for those in the crowd as well as on the stage.
Secret Salsa at Crush Cider
Wednesday, May 20
64 oz. Taphouse in Hood River brings live music to the stage.
Wednesday, May 20, Patrick Stilwell, 7 p.m.
The Secret Salsa Society is your place for Salsa Dancing in the Gorge! Join the weekly dance at a fun, local venue. Expect to hear Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Cha Cha Cha, Timba, Cumbia, and more. Suggested donation $3 per person. All Ages event and Beginners are welcome! Beginner lessons at 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, May 20, Crush Cider Cafe (Hood River), 7-9 p.m.
Tabby’s Hole in One Clubhouse at the Hood River Golf Course presents live music with local and regional bands.
Wednesday, May 20, Open Mic, 6-8 p.m.
Rolling on the River Event at The Ruins
Thursday, May 21
The History Museum of Hood River County is holding its annual fundraiser on May 21, 2026: Rolling on the River, Celebrating the History of the Gorge. Join us to build community and support local history: Thursday, May 21, 2026, 6:30-9 p.m. at The Ruins, 13 Railroad St., Hood River.
We are thrilled to welcome Archer Mayo, recently named Royal Rosarian Newsmaker of the Year, as both featured speaker and Master of Ceremonies. Archer will share the remarkable story of discovering the Martin family car in the lock at Cascade Locks—an unexpected breakthrough that helped unravel the long-standing mystery surrounding the Martin family’s disappearance in 1958. Through this journey, Archer reflects on what the search revealed about persistence, community memory, and the vital role local history museums play in preserving and illuminating the stories that shape our region. His talk promises to be both gripping and deeply meaningful, connecting past and present through the power of local history.
Tickets will be sold for raffle prizes, including a one-night stay + $150 for food/beverages at the fabulous new Lightwell Hotel. Delicious desserts and savory snacks by Boda’s Kitchen + drinks from The Ruins bar. Music will be provided by Madison Helton-Brown and Chari Harrington, performing on viola and violin.
Buy your tickets ahead and save: $40 in advance, $45 at the door. Tickets available to purchase at the museum or online: https://www.hoodriverhistorymuseum.org/
Come show your support for The History Museum. It takes a village to support a local history museum, and the rich history of Hood River and the Gorge is worth preserving and sharing!
Comedy Showcase at Hood River Brewing
Events at Hood River Brewing Co.
Hood River Brewing Co. in Hood River
Comedy Showcase & Open Mic Night, 7 p.m.
Featuring Sean Jordan, Drew Grizzly and guest Pink Car Bob.
The Dalles is
Little Music City
Little Music City was founded in The Dalles, Oregon by a group of individuals passionate about music and their community. https://www.littlemusiccity.com/
Thursday, May 21, 2026
Jeff Carrell at Bargeway Pub, 6 p.m.
Music at Smoke Wring BBQ
Smoke Wring BBQ in The Dalles
On Thursday, May 21, there will be live music from Carson Dean starting at 6 p.m. at The Landing and all 3 food trucks will be open later than normal.
Come on down and try some awesome BBQ with a beer, wonderful Mexican food and aqua frescas, or our own Cincinnati-style chili and coneys while listening to music from Carson Dean.
Superwave at Trout Lake Hall
Friday, May 22
The Trout Lake Hall in Trout Lake, Washington brings live music and community events to its historic venue. https://www.troutlakehall.com/
SuperWave
Bring the 80s to life with a dance party waiting to happen!
Friday, May 22
$15 Advance // $20 Day Of Show6 p.m. Doors / 7 p.m. ShowAll Ages
Ready to relive the energy and awesomeness of one of music’s greatest decades? SuperWave brings the 80s to life with all your favorite New Wave hits from iconic artists like Blondie, The Talking Heads, INXS, and more. With four dynamic performers and totally rad vibes, every show is a dance party waiting to happen!
The Pines Tasting Room in Hood River hosts live music featuring local and regional musicians.
Friday, May 22, Willie & Nelson, 6-9 p.m.
Music at Tarwater Tavern
Tarwater Tavern in White Salmon brings local and regional music to the stage.
Friday, May 22, Sherry Walston with Dennis Tomlin, 6-8 p.m.
Bluegrass in Shaniko
Saturday, May 23
Bluegrass in Shaniko
Let’s kick off the festival season with a bluegrass campout in Shaniko!
The Hoot Holler & Sing Bluegrass Campout is May 22-25, in the small ghost town of Shaniko, Oregon for a free weekend of camping and bluegrass music! Saturday’s events include the Oregon Bluegrass Association Annual Meeting (2 p.m.) and the Bluegrass Band Championship Concert (5 p.m.)
Bargeway Celebrates with a Queen Tribute show
The Bargeway Pub in The Dalles Celebrates 7 Years!
We’re turning SEVEN, and we’re not doing a quiet celebration. On May 23, we’re throwing a birthday bash with an epic Queen Tribute show! For 7 years, the Bargeway has been your go-to spot on the river, and we want to say thank you the best way we know how: with world-class music and a party that’ll have the whole waterfront rocking.
Grab your friends, your $10 cover online or $15 at the door.
Chicken $#!t Gamblers at The Ruins
The Ruins in Hood River presents National and Regional touring musical acts, films, and other community events. https://www.theruins.org
Chicken $#!t Gamblers
May 23, 6-9 p.m.
Sat. 5/23/26 at The Ruins. Doors at 5:30 p.m. Outdoor venue. All-ages.
Tickets are $15 in advance (click here,) or $20 at the door.
The Chicken $#!t Gamblers formed in 2017 when Luke Maddux (Guitar) and Neil Mangrum (Guitar), with Aaron Meader (Mandolin), met at Friends picking circles. The trio brought Jaimie Meldrum (Fiddle) and Bassist Jess Kunze (also of Countryside Ride) into the group, and the chemistry of the unit congealed. Over the next year, they honed their harmonies and sounds and pushed harder into melting bluegrass pickin’, rhythmic jams, pop culture-inspired bluegrass medleys, and smooth 3-part vocal harmonies. Longtime band friend Rory Johnson (Banjo) joined in 2019, and the group has locked into a steady rhythm of performing rowdy and explosive shows around the Pacific Northwest. Ronnie Ontiveros jumped into the Bass slot in 2022 after Jess left to pursue a Bakery/coffee shop business in Trout Lake.
Experience Flamenco show at Porron Cellars
Sunday, May 24
Working Hands Fermentation in Hood River presents live music, trivia nights and more.
Sunday, May 24, Open Mic (all ages), 7-9:30 p.m.
Little Music City was founded in The Dalles, Oregon by a group of individuals passionate about music and their community. https://www.littlemusiccity.com/
Sunday, May 24, Al Hare at Bargeway Pub, 6 p.m.
Porrón Cellars in Hood River hosts live music and other community events.
Big things are happening at Porrón Cellars! We are so excited to invite the Hood River community to our 3rd Anniversary celebration on Sunday, May 24, 3 p.m. We are bringing the heat with EXPERIENCE FLAMENCO — an afternoon of incredible Spanish flare, music, and dance right here in the heart of downtown. Tickets: Available now on Eventbrite (Link below!) Get your tickets here: https://www.eventbrite.com/.../experience-flamenco...
Memorial Day events
Monday, May 25
Memorial Day Events
HOOD RIVER
Idlewilde Cemetery Ceremony
The event speaker this year is State Rep. Jeff Helfrich of Dist. 15. Congrats to 5th Grader Grant Hinman who will sing the national anthem!
11 a.m. to noon, Idlewilde Cemetery, 980 Tucker Rd., Hood River
THE DALLES
Memorial Day celebrations will take place 11 a.m. to noon at Kelly Viewpoint Veteran’s Memorial across from Sorosis Park in The Dalles.
WHITE SALMON
Join us for the annual Veterans Memorial Day Ceremony held at the White Salmon Cemetery. 12:45 p.m. - 2 p.m. White Salmon American Legion Evan Childs Post 87 and Carson, WA Legion Post 137 will sponsor a Veteran's Memorial Ceremony at the White Salmon Cemetery. The patriotic event will honor the sacrifices and service of passed local veterans.
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