COMMUNITY EVENTS

 THURSDAY, AUG. 14

Gaston festival: The Wapato Showdown will take place Thursday through Saturday, Aug. 14-16, at Brown Park in Gaston, featuring a community night out, farm and artisan market, Good Ol Days Parade, car show, live music and a beer garden. Thursday’s events run 5-10 p.m., with music by DJ Count; Friday includes a 6:30 p.m. parade and music by Jessie Leigh; and Saturday features the car show, raffles, competitions and music by the Boneheads. Admission is free for spectators; car registration is $20 before Aug. 12, $25 afterward. For details, visit https://gastonknights.com/.

Farmers market: The McMinnville Downtown Association continues the Farmers Market from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each Thursday through Oct. 16, at First and Cowls streets, McMinnville. For details, visit downtownmcminnville.com/farmersmarket/.

 

SATURDAY, AUG. 16

Harvest Fest: The Yamhill County Historical Society will hold its annual old-time Harvest Fest, featuring antique farming equipment and draft animals, vendors, music, food and children’s activities, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 16, and 17, at 11275 S.W. Durham Lane, McMinnville. Admission is $10 for adults and free for children younger than 12. For more information, call 503-472-2842 or visit yamhillcountyhistory.org.

Fundraiser roast:  “The Big Pig Party,” a fundraiser for the nonprofit Yamhill Carlton Together Cares, is set for 6 to 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 16, at J.L. Kiff Vineyard, 13546 N.W. Willis Road, McMinnville. The evening will kick off with sangria, followed by a pig roast dinner, wine and beer, and live music by a Yamhill Carlton grad. The fundraiser benefits kids in the Yamhill and Carlton area by supporting activities including after-school care, preschool and sports. For details, For details, contact Adam Kiff at 971-237-6745, visit@jlkiffvineyard.com or visit yctogethercares.com/the-big-pig-party.

Poker Run: All bikes, cars and passengers are welcome to a Scholarship Poker Run at the McMinnville American Legion Riders Post 21, 126 N.E. Atlantic St., McMinnville. The run starts at 8 a.m., with the last bike out by 10 a.m. Participants can purchase one hand for $15 or two hands for $20. Prizes will be awarded for top three high hands and for the lowest hand. Proceeds go toward supporting scholarships for locals students.

Music fundraiser: The Carlton Police Department will present “Music For Hope,” a music festival and fundraiser for Make-A-Wish Oregon from 9:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 16, in Ladd Park, downtown Carlton. Five bands will perform throughout the day during the free event; donations will be accepted all day for Make-A-Wish.

 

TUESDAY, AUG. 19

Music game: See Ya Later Foundation offers the first “Singo” night, a fundraiser for the Foundation’s Seeds of Hope charity, at 5:30 p.m., on Tuesday, Aug. 19, at Chehalem Valley Brewing, 2515 Portland Road, Newberg. Games start at 6:15 p.m. A $20 ticket includes bingo cards, taco bar dinner and one raffle ticket. In Singo, no singing is required; players fill out Bingo-style cards in a test of listening for music titles instead of numbers. For details email info@seeyalater.org or visit seeyalater.org/events/singo.

 

WEDNESDAY, AUG. 20

KeyNote concert: The nonprofit KeyNote Concert Series presents "A Night at the Opera" from 7 to 8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 20, at First Baptist Church, 125 S.E. Cowls St., McMinnville (enter on Washington Street). Several nationally and internationally recognized artists will perform famous arias, duets and trios by Mozart, Verdi, Puccini and Wagner. Tickets are $20 general admission, $15 seniors and $13 students. For more information, visit keynoteconcertseries.com. 

 

THURSDAY, AUG. 21

Family picnic: Yamhill Community Care will hold a free Family Picnic for community members from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursday, August 21, in the park, Discovery Meadows Park, 1300 S.W. Cypress Lane, McMinnville. There will be access to local community resources, meals provided by Mama Gordita's Kitchen, games for children and adults and a chance to win prizes. For details, call 971-461-0532 or email swippert@yamhillcco.org.  

Emergency prep: Chemeketa Community College will host an Emergency Preparedness event from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 21, at the college, 288 N.E. Norton Lane, McMinnville. The fair is open to the public, local agencies, healthcare providers, school liaisons, skilled facilities, transportation entities and community volunteers. The event will include keynote speaker Robert C. Rhoden, demonstrations, public safety resources and disaster response and recovery information. For details, contact Jordan Davis at 310-953-7885 or jordan.davis2@mywvmc.com.

Farmers market: The McMinnville Downtown Association continues the Farmers Market from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each Thursday through Oct. 16, at First and Cowls streets, McMinnville. For details, visit downtownmcminnville.com/farmersmarket/.

Vineyard concert: J.L. Kiff Vineyard will host a concert with local bluegrass groups Bootleg Jam and Tuesday String Band from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 21, at the vineyard, 13546 N.W. Willis Road, McMinnville. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. There will be two food carts, Crepe World and a smash burger vendor, and J.L. Kiff Vineyard wine, beer, non-alcoholic drinks. There is no cost to attend. Guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs. No outside alcohol is permitted. For details, contact Adam Kiff at 971-237-6745, visit@jlkiffvineyard.com or visit jlkiffvineyard.com/events/.

Summer fun: Nonprofit Provoking Hope will host a Fun in the Sun event 1 to 3 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 21, in its office's parking lot, 213 N.E. 10th St., McMinnville. Refreshing activities for kids will include a kiddie pool, waterslide, icy treats and an ocean-themed craft station. 

 

FRIDAY, AUG.22

Dayton nights: The 11th annual Dayton Friday Nights series runs each Friday through August from 5:30 to 9 p.m., with vendors, cruise ins, entertainment, activities and more in Courthouse Square Park. For more information, visit daytonoregon.org/fridaynights.

Kick off: Cruising McMinnville will host its annual kick off party from 6 to 9 p.m. from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, Aug. 22at Mac Auto Supply, 945 N.E. Baker St., McMinnville. For more information, cruisingmcminnville.com.

 

SATURDAY, AUG. 23

Cruising Mac: Nonprofit Cruising McMinnville will host the annual car show and cruising event in downtown McMinnville on Saturday, Aug. 23. The car show will be from noon to 5 p.m. Registration is open through Aug. 21, and assigned check-in times start at 7:30 a.m. the day of the shot. Awards will be at 4 p.m. on the Davis Street Main Stage. Cruising will be from 5 to 9 p.m., with routes in both directions on Third Street, and circling around to west on Second Street and east on Fifth Street. For complete rules and routes, or to register for the car show, visit cruisingmcminnville.com. 

Health hub: The Willamette Valley Medical Center Family Birthing Center will host a Health Hub from 10 a.m. to noon every fourth Saturday of the month at main hospital parking lot, 2700 S.E. Stratus Ave., McMinnville. The event is free and aims to provide the community with resources and information such as a car seat clinic, childbirth classes, Birth Center tours, and other family support. For details, contact Jennifer Von Derahe at 503-435-6400 or birthingcenter@mywvmc.com.

Dog day: The Newberg Animal Shelter is hosting "Spoil Your Dog" day in honor of National Dog Day from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, August. 23, at the shelter, 1591 S. Sandoz Road, Newberg. Admission is free, but donations are accepted. There will be a ball pit, an agility course, wading pools, misters, pupsicles, gifts, and treats for dogs. There will also be vendors, special guests, raffle prizes, and a Smooch Your Pooch kissing booth with complimentary photography by Lori Ackerman. There will be an opportunity to meet some working dogs and get expert tips for enrichment and training. The shelter will be open during the event and some of the shelter dogs will be out and about for guests to meet. For details, contact Kathy Carver at 503-539-6396, kathy@2carvers.com or visit newberganimals.com/national-dog-day-2025. 

Silobration: Abbey Road Farms will host the annual Silobration Northwest from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 23 and Sunday, Aug. 24, at 10501 N.E. Abbey Road, Carlton. The wine-forward festival will feature drinks, food and a local makers market, along with lawn games, bounce houses, ax throwing and virtual golf. Activity bracelets are $10. A fun run will occur Sunday at 10 a.m. Save the Bees will be on site for demonstrations, honey tasting and a VIP Hive Tour. For more information, visit abbeyroadfarm.com/event/silobration-nw.  

 

SUNDAY, AUG. 24

Music fundraiser: Rock violinist Aaron Meyer and other musicians will perform in the annual Sounds of Summer fundraiser for Linfield University from 5 to 7 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 24, at Youngberg Hill Vineyards & Inn, 10660 Youngberg Hill Road, McMinnville. Admission is $25. Guests may bring blankets, lawn chairs, food and non-alcoholic beverages; wine and food will be available for purchase. For details, call 503-472-2179 or email k.bernards@bcpa-mac.com.

 

THURSDAY, AUG. 28

Farmers market: The McMinnville Downtown Association continues the Farmers Market from 11:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. each Thursday through Oct. 16, at First and Cowls streets, McMinnville. For details, visit downtownmcminnville.com/farmersmarket/.

 

FRIDAY, AUG.22

Dayton nights: The 11th annual Dayton Friday Nights series runs each Friday through August from 5:30 to 9 p.m., with vendors, cruise ins, entertainment, activities and more in Courthouse Square Park. For more information, visit daytonoregon.org/fridaynights.

 

SATURDAY, SEPT. 6

Grad fundraiser: A Class of 2026 can and bottle collection event is set for 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month, at the McMinnville School District Facilities Building, 1150 N.E. Lafayette Ave., McMinnville. Participants can drop off donations to support Mac High Grad Night class of 2026. For details, email Tammy at mhs.graduation.night@gmail.com. 

 

SATURDAY, SEPT. 13

Book sale: Friends of the McMinnville Public Library will hold a used book sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday,  September 13,  at the Library, 225 N.W. Adams St. At noon, books will be available for $5 a bag. For details, email Alan Soles at friendsmaclibrary@gmail.com.

Yoga fundraiser: J.L. Kiff Vineyard and McMinnville Habitat for Humanity will sponsor Yoga in the Vineyard from 3:30 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 13, at the Vineyard, 13546 N.W. Willis Road, McMinnville. Cost to attend is $75. There will be an hour of meditative yoga led by Erin Bowman Yoga accompanied by soft guitar. Light snacks and wine will be included. 100 percent of proceeds will support construction of affordable Women Build homes for McMinnville Habitat for Humanity. For details, contact Adam Kiff at 971-237-6745, visit@jlkiffvineyard.com or visit classy.org/event/2025-women-build-and-brunch/e661783/register/new/select-tickets. 

 

SUNDAY, SEPT. 14

Outdoor worship: Calvary Mac will hold an Outdoor Worship Service from 11 a.m. to noon Sunday, Sept. 14, at the church, 1825 N.W. Second St., McMinnville. The service will be followed by a water baptism and a BBQ. For details, contact Christy Lamberson at 503-472-4245 or clamberson@calvarymac.com. 

 

MONDAY, SEPT. 15

Scouting demo: A Scouting America demonstration and information session for youth ages 11-17 and their families will take place from 6 to 8 p.m. Monday, Sept. 15, at Scout Park, 500 N.E. Captain Michael King Smith Way, behind Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum. Hosted by Troop 260 and Troop 9260, the event will feature six interactive stations covering knot tying, lashings, first aid, plant identification and camping skills. Admission is free. For details, visit macscouting.org or call 503-539-9259.

 

SATURDAY, SEPT. 20

Museum fundraiser: The Yamhill County Historical Society presents "Harvest Nights", a fundraiser for operations and exhibits at the Yamhill County Historical Society museum, from 5 to 10:0 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20, at the Heritage Center, 11275 S.W. Durham Lane, McMinnville.  The fundraiser will feature Texas-style BBQ, live music by Dana Libonati Duo, dancing to Dancehall Days and making s'mores outdoors. Admission is $65 or $500 for a table for a group of eight. For details, contact Pam Watts at a 503-434-0490, treasurer@yamhillcountyhistory.org or visit yamhillcountyhistory.org. 

 

SATURDAY, SEPT. 27

Dinner auction: Kiwanis for Kids dinner auction is set for 5:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27, in downtown McMinnville's Grand Ballroom, 325 N.E. Third St. The dinner is a reprise of the club's Bids for Kids auction, which ran for 35 years before stopping in 2020 due to the pandemic.  For details, contact Samantha Geary at samantha.geary128@gmail.com.

Health hub: The Willamette Valley Medical Center Family Birthing Center will host a Health Hub from 10 a.m. to noon every fourth Saturday of the month at main hospital parking lot, 2700 S.E. Stratus Ave., McMinnville. The event is free and aims to provide the community with resources and information such as a car seat clinic, childbirth classes, Birth Center tours, and other family support. For details, contact Jennifer Von Derahe at 503-435-6400 or birthingcenter@mywvmc.com.

 

SATURDAY, OCT. 4

Grad fundraiser: A Class of 2026 can and bottle collection event is set for 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month, at the McMinnville School District Facilities Building, 1150 N.E. Lafayette Ave., McMinnville. Participants can drop off donations to support Mac High Grad Night class of 2026. For details, email Tammy at mhs.graduation.night@gmail.com. 

 

SATURDAY, OCT. 25
Health hub: The Willamette Valley Medical Center Family Birthing Center will host a Health Hub from 10 a.m. to noon every fourth Saturday of the month at main hospital parking lot, 2700 S.E. Stratus Ave., McMinnville. The event is free and aims to provide the community with resources and information such as a car seat clinic, childbirth classes, Birth Center tours, and other family support. For details, contact Jennifer Von Derahe at 503-435-6400 or birthingcenter@mywvmc.com.

 

SATURDAY, NOV. 1

Grad fundraiser: A Class of 2026 can and bottle collection event is set for 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month, at the McMinnville School District Facilities Building, 1150 N.E. Lafayette Ave., McMinnville. Participants can drop off donations to support Mac High Grad Night class of 2026. For details, email Tammy at mhs.graduation.night@gmail.com. 

 

SATURDAY, NOV. 22
Health hub: The Willamette Valley Medical Center Family Birthing Center will host a Health Hub from 10 a.m. to noon every fourth Saturday of the month at main hospital parking lot, 2700 S.E. Stratus Ave., McMinnville. The event is free and aims to provide the community with resources and information such as a car seat clinic, childbirth classes, Birth Center tours, and other family support. For details, contact Jennifer Von Derahe at 503-435-6400 or birthingcenter@mywvmc.com.

 

SATURDAY, DEC. 6

Grad fundraiser: A Class of 2026 can and bottle collection event is set for 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on the first Saturday of each month, at the McMinnville School District Facilities Building, 1150 N.E. Lafayette Ave., McMinnville. Participants can drop off donations to support Mac High Grad Night class of 2026. For details, email Tammy at mhs.graduation.night@gmail.com.