MEMORIAL DAY CELEBRATIONS – MAY 26th – 27th, 2019

May 26, 2019
Parade – 1:30
Memorial Service at Hahn Park
Meet & Greet Veterans – 4:00 at Pacific Auditorium
Veteran’s Dinner – 4:00 at Presbyterian Church
Patriotic Concert – 7:00 at Pacific Auditorium

May 27, 2019
Veteran’s Memorial Service – 2:00 at Masonic Cemetery

Reedsport is the Chainsaw Carving Capital of Oregon and this event is not only fun for Dad but the whole family.  Chainsaw artists come from around the world to take part in this event.  Quick carves and carving auctions take place daily.  Food and crafts are also included.  If you are interested in being a Carver, please click here for an application.  If you are interested in being a vendor, please click here for an application.

The Lower Umpqua Gem and Lapidary Society is hosting its Annual Gem and Mineral Show and Sale at the Community Center in Reedsport.

One of the most spectacular fireworks displays on the coast.  Visitors and locals alike grab a spot, fire up the barbecue or picnic and settle in for a night of fun.

The premiere ATV sand event in the country!  Ovation Award winner of “The Best Sporting Event in Oregon”.  DuneFest has it all; moto cross racing, sand drags, freestyle shows, charity auction and much more.  Vendor row offers ATV’s, clothing, crafts, ATV accessories and food.  DuneFest offers a kid’s safe ATV riding area and a free shuttle bus service from Winchester Bay.

The Oregon Old Time Fiddlers District 5 hosts more than 100 musicians and enthusiastic audiences from across the Pacific Northwest.  Fiddlers, guitars, banjos and mandolins play Country, Cajun, Swing, Bluegrass, Folk, Waltzes and old time tunes.  Open jam sessions all day long and concerts at the Grange Hall daily at 6pm.  Admission by donation.  Sunday Gospel show closes the event.

Registration starts at 3:00 on Friday!  Saturday more than 300 cars are powdered and primed for the Show n’ Shine and Parade of Champions.  And there is a harbor cruise for those nostalgic for the 50’s.
Click here to download the event application

Daily prizes for biggest salmon sponsored by Gardiner/Reedsport S.T.E.P. (Salmon-Trout-Enhancement-Program).  This event is timed to coincide with the fall Chinook salmon run.  Local tackle shops have registration and rules

Artists share what they make and how they make it.  It’s the best beach party on the Oregon Coast and a great way to wrap up the summer!  More than 40 booths present artists form far and wide.  Each artist not only has art for sale but works on pieces during the festival, showing visitors how it is made and what makes it special.  See artists create stained glass, weaving, steel, silver jewelry, pottery, ceramics, glassblowing, stepping stones, wood working and gem artistry.  There are authors, wineries, music and much more as well as kid’s crafts, face painting, games and surprises.
Click here to download a vendor application

Craftspeople from across the state present their wares at the Community Center in Reedsport.  Kids can visit with Santa Claus and you can vote for your favorite gingerbread house.