Spirit of Boise Balloon Classic

Ann Morrison Park 1000 S. Americana Blvd, Boise, ID

A free family event for almost 30 years, the beautiful hot air balloons lift off from Ann Morrison Park and drift over Boise for all to enjoy.  A perfect way to celebrate the end of summer!  All lift-offs are weather-permitting.

Art in the Pearl

Pearl District NW Park Ave., Portland, OR

A fine arts and craft festival in the heart of downtown Portland's Pearl District.  The 23rd annual event will be held in the Pearl's North District Park Blocks.  This free event includes art, theater, live music performances, crafts, and hands-on activities for the whole family. Over 100 artists.

Bremerton Blackberry Festival

Bremerton waterfront 245 Fourth St, Bremerton, WA

The 30th annual blackberry festival on the waterfront in downtown Bremerton, WA. Give the summer a big send off with a celebration in true Northwest style. Free entertainment Blackberry temptations including blackberry pie, blackberry wine, blackberry lemonade, and more! Live music Food vendors Family area Beer and wine garden Chalk... Read More

Scooper Fest

Pioneer Courthouse Square 701 SW 6th Ave, Portland, OR, United States

As in ICECREAM scoops!  What better way to celebrate the middle of summer with an all-you-can-eat ice-cream social?   For the price of entry, you can sample ice cream from the best manufacturers in the Northwest and beyond.  There will also be live entertainment, an inflatable 30 foot waterslide, celebrity... Read More

Adult Soapbox Derby

Mt. Tabor Park 6220 SE Salmon St, Portland, OR

This free event is fun for the whole family. Come watch the creative creations by Portland residents as they race their homemade soap box cars on a course down Mt. Tabor. Join in the fun and celebration of all things crazy and unique.  These great images are from Jason DeSomer... Read More

Wheelin’ Walla Walla Weekend

Downtown Walla Walla Walla Walla, WA

Wheelin’ Walla Walla Weekend is an annual, two-day event, that begins with the Classics Cruise and catered dinner on Friday evening.  The Show 'n' Shine takes center stage on Saturday! Stroll Main Street where over 400 cars, trucks, and motorcycles are on display and line the street from Palouse to... Read More

Walla Walla Sweet Onion Festival

Downtown Walla Walla Walla Walla, WA

Celebrating the famous Walla Walla Onion (and Washington State's official vegetable,) this FREE one-day festival showcases the gourmet delight that is the sweet onion. With food demonstrations, artisans, food vendors, kid zone, and live music And don’t forget about the Friday Night 5K Funion Run…..run starts at 8pm    ... Read More

Capitol City 2019 Cornhole Classic

Oregon State Capitol Grounds 155 Waverly St NE, Salem, OR

The 4th Annual Cornhole Classic sponsored by Salem Ale Works as a fundraiser for the nonprofit organization, Shangri-La, helping people with mental and physical disabilities.  A family friendly corn hole competition set on the beautiful grounds of the Oregon State Capitol in Salem.  Bring your own bags to toss, or... Read More