Get ready for the fantastic weather to start! May brings back the farmers markets, the rose festival, and it’s wine month! With so many exciting events it was hard to pick but here are some of our favorites.
Peony Festival

- Visiting the gardens will include walking 25 acres of production fields, strolling through 2 acres of display garden, and enjoying many different colors of gorgeous peonies!
- Adelman Peony Farm, Salem
*Free*
May 1st – June 15th 9am – 6pm daily
Portland Farmers Market

- Flowers, Produce, Crafts, and even music!
- Multiple locations but the original is in Downtown Portland
- *free*
- More Info Here
- Open Saturday 8:30-2pm
Hippie Chick Half Marathon

- Mother’s Day is the perfect time to run or walk as one big family. Celebrate togetherness, friendship, the joy of fitness, and maybe even discover your inner hippie.
- Hillsboro
- *Tickets must be purchased in advance*
- $55-$89
- BUY THEM HERE
- Race is on Saturday May 7th
First Thursday in The Pearl

- Stroll through the art galleries in the pearl for an evening of art, music, and wine! Parking is difficult so public transit is recommended
- The Pearl District
- Free Event
- May 5th 5pm – 10pm though gallery hours vary.
UFO Festival

- Second in popularity only to the UFO festival in Roswell, New Mexico, Oregon’s annual celebration features days full of parades, costume contests, expert speakers and family fun.
- McMinnville
Prices vary based on event
May 13th and 14th
Rose Fest Opening Night

- Enjoy the kickoff, music and fireworks at the opening night of the rose festival!
- Tom McCall Waterfront Park
- Tickets available soon
- BUY THEM HERE
- May 27th 6pm – 11pm
TedX

- 3rd time is a charm right? This event has been rescheduled multiple times, but it is finally happening! This will also be the largest TedX event in the world.
- Moda Center
- $59+
- BUY THEM HERE
- May 28th at 9am
Oregon Wine Month

- There are so many events going on at different wineries so be sure to check out as many as you can!
- Willamette Valley
Prices Vary
We hope to see you at some of these awesome events!
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