Community Calendar

The Talent Evening Markets are back! Now organized by the Talent Business Alliance and Golden Grove Collective. Spend the evening in downtown Talent shopping from a variety of local Artisans, Farmers, and Growers.

Make a night of it and grab some dinner at one of the tasty food trucks, or stop by one of the local restaurants within walking distance.

These markets run on the fourth Fridays throughout the spring and summer months of May, June, July, and August from 5pm-sunset. Located at Old Town Park in beautiful, downtown Talent.

JOIN US FOR OUR MONTHLY ADOPTION EVENT
HOSTED BY ROGUE VALLEY PET IN CENTRAL POINT!
MEET & MINGLE WITH ADOPTABLE
DOGS & PUPPIES, FILL OUT APPLICATIONS, CHECK OUT QUALITY PET SUPPLIES, AND LEARN ABOUT FRIENDS OF THE ANIMALS!

The Indie Wine Mixer: Southern Oregon Edition is back for its 2nd annual Labor Day Weekend celebration, bringing together over 30 of Oregon’s most exciting independently owned and operated wineries. Taking place in the heart of the Rogue Valley, the event offers wine lovers a rare opportunity to taste and stock up on small-production wines while connecting directly with the winemakers behind the bottles.

Founded by Ricochet Wine Company, and partnered with Sound & Vision Wine Company for the Southern Oregon Edition, IWM was created to spotlight small- scale producers—many of whom craft fewer than 500 cases per year. These scrappy, self- made artisans of the wine world, are often handling every aspect of their business from cellar work to sales.

The event is intentionally laid-back and welcoming, offering a chance to sip exceptional wines in an unpretentious setting. In addition to tastings, guests can purchase bottles of their favorite wines directly from the hands that made it, directly contributing to the success of small wine businesses statewide.

A portion of the proceeds will also support a good cause— 5% of all ticket sales will be donated to Rogue Food Unites, a non-profit dedicated to the fundamental human right for food. RFU strengthens local economies: fostering collaboration, preserving jobs for residents, building resilience, and ensuring food security and sovereignty in Oregon.

Fish Fest is back!! Join us Sunday August 31st from noon to 6PM at Arena Cove in Point Arena. Fish Tacos, Albacore Kabobs, PoBoys, Corn on the Cob and more will be available! Live Music by Bryn and Blue Souls, Buckridge Racket Club, Burnt and Funkasauras. Local food, beverage and craft vendors and kid's activities! Commemorative beer cups, t-shirts and Arena Cove Stewards stickers. Join us for this community run event presented by Arena Cove Stewards!!! 100% of proceeds go directly to Hoist and Pier repairs and maintenance!!

🐶 IT’S BACK! THE ULTIMATE DOG-LOVERS FESTIVAL! 🐾
We’re excited to announce the 3rd Annual Happy Tails Festival—Southern Oregon’s biggest celebration for dog lovers! Mark your calendars for Saturday, September 13th, from 10 AM to 3 PM at Bear Creek Park & Dog Park in Medford!

🐾 Whether you have a pup or not, everyone is welcome to join the fun! 🐾
Last year, we had over 25 vendors—and this year will be even bigger! 🎉
What to Expect:

🐕 FREE goodies for each dog (while supplies last)
📖 K9 Reading Buddies
🎭 Dog Costume Contest
🐶 Happiest Tail Contest
🍦 Dog Ice Cream Eating Contest
🏆 Awesome prizes
🎪 Dog performances & obstacle course
📸 Dog photo props
🎨 Children’s Zone with fun activities
🎶 Live Music
🍔 Food Trucks & More!

💡 Want to enter a contest? Sign up on website or 30 minutes before the contest begins!

🚨 VENDORS: To join us, email us at southernoregonsbest@gmail.com.
⚠️ Beware of scammers! This is a FREE event—only reply to the email listed above.
Brought to you by:
🐾 Southern Oregon’s Best & EMC Black Car Service

🌐 Visit www.happytailsfestival.com for updates!

🐶 Event Rules:
✔️ All dogs must be on a leash
❌ No alcohol allowed
🎉 Get ready for a tail-wagging good time! See you there! 🎉

Join us at the Rogue Valley Mall to visit with and adopt kittens and cats from local feline rescue groups … all in one place!

Join us for the 2nd annual Jacksonville Wine & Dine Festival! Featuring wine tastings from the 8 wineries of the Jacksonville Wine District paired with food tastings from 8 Jacksonville restaurants PLUS music by Petty Thievery and the Jeff Pevar & Inger Nova Project PLUS numerous local vendors.

This event is co-sponsored by the Jacksonville/Applegate Rotary Club and proceeds will go toward local Rotary projects.

Early Bird tickets $59 for 21+; $20 for under 21. Trolleys will run throughout Jacksonville for transportation.

Huzzah! It's a Renaissance Faire at the Medford Library! Join us for an all-day event happening one time only. Open to all ages, E.L.F. (Enchanted Library Faire) will feature combat demonstrations, live music in the style of traditional Renaissance performance, a costume contest, face painting, book-inspired fortune telling, a scavenger hunt, personalized bookmarks, a fairy garden, a chance to meet the library queen and king, and much more! No weapons allowed. Any props resembling weapons will be inspected upon entrance for safety. Alcohol is prohibited, but a magical mocktail will be available while supplies last. Gather your crowns and wings and join us for a magical afternoon!

This program will be presented in English.

The Southern Oregon Coast Legends Festival is a music festival with a Pacific Northwest Legends theme.  Visitors are invited for two days of music, food and spirits, merchant vendors, and kid activities.  Online ticket sales, band schedules, vendor applications and other information is available on our website.

JOIN US FOR OUR MONTHLY ADOPTION EVENT
HOSTED BY ROGUE VALLEY PET IN CENTRAL POINT!
MEET & MINGLE WITH ADOPTABLE
DOGS & PUPPIES, FILL OUT APPLICATIONS, CHECK OUT QUALITY PET SUPPLIES, AND LEARN ABOUT FRIENDS OF THE ANIMALS!