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2013 Oregon - may 2013
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
(See also: 2012 - 2011)

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May 4, 2013  Sasquatch Brewfest - Eugene, Oregon
Designed to showcase Pacific Northwest craft brewing, the Sasquatch Brew Fest allows professional brewers to 'show off,' by featuring unique specialty beers.

May 4, 2013  Lincoln City Fish Taco Cook-off - Lincoln City, Oregon
Chefs from throughout Oregon will compete to take home the people's choice title: Best Jambalaya. You get to be the judge. There is also a live cooking competition for best Cajun/Creole signature dish. Chef's will compete head to head on our demonstration stage.  The live competition will be judged by three professional culinary judges on taste, authenticity, creativity, technique, appearance, consistency and overall presentation.

May 5, 2013  FredFest 2013 - Portland, Oregon
What started as a small surprise 80th birthday party for world-renowned beer writer Fred Eckhardt is coming back around in its 8th year as one of the most anticipated beer events of the year. FredFest 2013 will benefit Habitat for Humanity Portland Metro East.

May 7, 2013  12th Surimi Industry Forum - Astoria, Oregon
Followed on May 8-10, 2013 by 21st OSU Surimi School (Oregon State University)

May 7, 2013  Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation - Portland, Oregon
Share Our Strength's Taste of the Nation is the nation's premier culinary benefit, featuring top chefs and mixologists -- all of whom are coming together to donate their time, talent and passion to end childhood hunger in America.
 

May 8-10, 2013  21st Annual OSU Surimi School - Astoria, Oregon
Oregon State University. 'Health, Wellness and Good Taste' Follows the 13th Surimi Industry Forum.

May 17-18, 2013  7th Annual Brewer's Memorial Ale Fest - Newport, Oregon
The dog-friendly brew festival includes 50+ microbrews, live music, and dog activities. Last year 3,200 people and 810 of their best friends attended the festival, which was was created in memory of Rogue Brewmaster John Maier's faithful companion Brewer. Brewer grew up in the brewery and eventually rose to the rank of CEO of Rogue Ales.

May 18, 2013  31st Annual Oregon Homebrew Festival - Albany, Oregon
This is an AHA and BJCP sanctioned competition, and a qualifying event for the Masters Championship of Amateur Brewing (MCAB). Recognized BJCP Beer, Mead, and Cider Styles. Join us on Saturday afternoon for a gigantic raffle, homebrew information, and more!

May 18-19, 2013  Columbia Gorge Wine & Pear Festival - Hood River, Oregon
Raise your glass and join us for this annual event held in the heart of Wine and Pear Country, and join the celebration of local area products.  Start off the weekend with friends and fun featuring Columbia Gorge wineries and eateries. Highlights include entertainment, live music, wine tasting, great food, fruit exhibits with samples, and local artisans.  Not only will this event celebrate the Gorge, it will give back as well. Proceeds go to the Rotary Club of Hood River Scholarship Program, funding scholarships to area youth for higher education.

May 30-June 2, 2013  Lebanon Strawberry Festival - Lebanon, Oregon
A salute to the abundant berry fields in the Mid-Williamette Valley. We are proud that our claim to fame is the "World's Largest Strawberry Shortcake" served free to over 20,000 spectators. Parade, fireworks, run/walk, and more.
 

2012 Oregon - May 2012
Food & Wine Festivals, Food Shows & Events
events still waiting for new dates

May 11, 2012  Beer, Bits and Art Nite! - Hillsboro, Oregon
Join us for a glass of wine or craft beer, appetizers, and the music of Portland musician, Elie Charpentier.

May 12, 2012  7th Annual Fern Ridge Wings & Wine Festival - Veneta, Oregon
A wide array of activities will be held throughout the day at Domaine Meriwether’s new winery and nearby Fern Ridge Reservoir, one of Oregon’s best birding areas.  The day’s schedule includes bird and nature walks, hands-on workshops, educational talks, children’s activities, and a wine-tasting bus tour.

May 19, 2012  10th Annual Taste Of Klamath - Klamath Falls, Oregon
Eat, drink and be merry while enjoying the sights, sounds and tastes of the Basin. The Taste of Klamath is the social event of the year! The combination of fabulous food, delightful drinks, high spirits and socializing has made this inside-outside gathering one of the largest see and be seen occasions of the season.
 

2011 Oregon - may 2011
Food & Wine Festivals, Shows & Local Events
events still waiting for new dates

May 14, 2011  ART + Wine - Hillsboro, Oregon
A limited ticket event at Sequoia Gallery+Studios where 13 of the Northwest’s premier wineries will be located throughout the gallery and artists studios. Fine art, wine, live musical entertainment and gourmet food. Attendance: 3,200.

May 14, 2011  Portland Indie Wine Festival - Portland, Oregon
The 7th Annual Portland Indie Wine Festival is a delicious experience that pairs wine lovers with the Northwest’s top 40 artisinal wineries in the heart of Portland. WILL NOT BE HELD IN 2012. CHECK BACK FOR FUTURE EVENTS.

May 20-22, 2011  The 5th Annual Brewers Memorial Ale Fest - Newport, Oregon
Dogs, Microbrew and Music. Last year 3,200 people and 810 of their best friends attended the festival. The dog-friendly brew festival is held inside the Rogue Ales Brewery and includes 50+ Microbreweries, Live Music, Doggy Musical Chairs, Dog Wash, Dog Dancing and Celebrity dog look-alikes (Rin-Tin-Tin, Lassie, Benjy and of course, Brewer). Attendance: 3,200.

May 21, 2011  Midway Farms Wine & Cheese - Albany, Oregon
Spend a wonderful afternoon of Wine, Cheese & Live Music out on the farm!