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There Is A Massive Beer Festival Headed To Oregon In October

The 2024 Bend Brewfest in Oregon is a must-attend event for beer enthusiasts, featuring over 65 breweries, live music, and lawn games.

Updated May 2, 2024

Written by 

Sarah McCosham

Oktoberfest isn't the only exuberant, beer-drinking celebration. This October, there's a massive beer festival headed to Oregon that's truly a must for all Beaver State beer drinkers. Mark your calendars because the 2024 Bend Brewfest will be held October 4 and 5, at the Hayden Homes Amphitheater, and it's guaranteed to be a spirited good time!

Oregon might be known for its wine country, but the Beaver State's burgeoning beer scene deserves its time in the spotlight, too!

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And that's what you'll find at Brewfest, a celebration of the Beaver State's craft breweries, big and small.

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The 2024 Bend Brewfest is happening October 4 and 5 at the Hayden Homes Amphitheater, which was the original home of Brewfest when it began in 2002.

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In fact, Bend's waterfront is one of the most beautiful and bustling spots in the Beaver State. It's peak Oregon vibes; a place that's sure to set the tone for an amazing festival-going experience.

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This festival promises to be one for the books, boasting more than 65 breweries representing the finest Beaver State brews.

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Deschutes Brewery, Rogue Ales, Old Town Brewing, Pelican Brewing, Sun River Brewing Co... they'll all be there! What's your favorite Oregon ale?

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Other events at this spirited fest include live music, lawn games, and all sorts of epic entertainment.

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This lively event is one of our favorite places to enjoy craft beer in Oregon.

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... and we'll happily raise a glass to that!

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Have you attended Bend Brewfest in the past? If so, we'd love to hear about your experience at this epic beer festival in Oregon! Visit the Bend Brewfest website and the Bend Brewfest Facebook page for all the details on this year's event.

If you're looking for a spot to stay during your time at the number one Oregon beer festival, we highly recommend the Campfire Hotel -- it's the perfect *home base* for your adventures in central Oregon! Or, you can find a nice place to stay on Vrbo.

https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/oregon/campfire-hotel-bend-or/

If you are attending any Oregon festivals from out of state, learn how to talk like an Oregonian in this video:

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Hot Air Balloons Will Be Soaring At Oregon’s Balloons Over Bend Festival

Updated Jul 10, 2024

Written by 

Sarah McCosham

Hot air balloons are pure fun: grand, glorious giants that soar through the skies. Seeing them is a delight; sure to inspire a sense of awe and wonder. Each year the skies of Bend are dotted with these winsome objects, inviting visitors far and wide to marvel at their beauty. This year's Balloons Over Bend Festival is July 26-28, 2024, Let's take a look at this exciting hot air balloon festival in Oregon!

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Each year, the skies above Bend, Oregon, are painted with enchanting, rainbow-colored hot air balloons.

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One of the state's most beloved summer festivals, Balloons Over Bend has been delighting Oregonians for over a decade.

The Oregon hot air balloon festival features both a balloon launch and a balloon glow, and both events are absolutely worth checking out.

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Each morning, folks can marvel as these sleeping giants are launched into the skies.

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Seeing these fantastic floats over Central Oregon's perfect panoramas truly is remarkable.

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You've really never experienced seeing anything quite like this before.

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Each night at dusk, the balloons return to land, where they're prepped for something truly sensational: the NightGlow.

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As the sun sets over Bend, the balloons are docked on land, where they become giant, glowing luminaries. Watching these grand objects come aglow will take your breath away.

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To behold such a wonder is a gift and an experience you'll never forget.

Balloons Over Bend is an exuberant celebration of the season! It's a wholesome and wonderful Oregon hot air balloon festival - and one we're sure to enjoy.

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Balloons Over Bend, Oregon offers more information on its web page. This festival is good, old-fashioned fun, sure to thrill and delight. Have you already experienced this colorful event? Please share with us in the comments below.

While you're there, try a distinctively different dining experience at Dear Irene in Bend. And if you're traveling through this pretty countryside, stop over at a cozy Vrbo.

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There’s A Bigfoot Festival Happening In Oregon And You’ll Absolutely Want To Go

Oregon's Bigfoot Festival in Portland offers a fun-filled, family-friendly event celebrating the legend of Sasquatch with various activities and vendors.

Updated Jun 25, 2024

Written by 

Mikayla

You won't want to miss a trip to Oregon's very own Bigfoot Festival on Saturday, June 29, 2024. This wacky festival embraces the legend of one of America's most storied characters. Whether you believe in Sasquatch or not, this fun-filled event is sure to be an unforgettable experience the whole family will love. Let's check out one of the best festivals in Oregon!

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The Oregon Bigfoot Festival will be held at the fun Oaks Amusement Park in Portland with free entry into the park included.

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Between the hours of noon and 6:00 p.m., you can enjoy a fun celebration of mystery and legend at one of the best festivals in Oregon.

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The General Admission Ticket includes The Monster Market, the Celebrity Meet and Greet, and The Paranormal Caught on Stage presentation, featuring world-famous paranormal investigators.

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Bigfoot by Ravenous Studios is scheduled to make a rare appearance. Bigfoot Festival Tip: Have your camera ready for when you run into the guest of honor - Bigfoot himself.

Expect to see David Schrader and Ronny LeBlancof from the Discovery+ and Travel Channel.

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Also, look for Medium Sarah Lemos-Aune of Discovery + and Travel Channel's "Ghost Town Terror," and "The Osbournes Want To Believe."

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With more than 70 merchants, the Monster Market offers unique gift items, clothing, jewelry, and one-of-a-kind arts and crafts.

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Look for Prouty Handcrafts, Maiden Oregon, and Big River Paranormal to name a few.

And don't forget to try some yummy Bigfoot-themed treats around the booths.

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Some expected vendors include The Big Scoop Ice Cream, Voodoo Donut, and Rock n' Latte. We hope to see you at one of the most unique Oregon festivals!

Oregon Bigfoot Festival offers more information on its website. Follow the Facebook page for updates.

Are you planning to attend this wacky festival? Share your thoughts and reactions with us in the comments below.

Reserve a room while you're in Portland and make it a mini vacation. And for more unique activities you can only find in the Beaver State, check out this epic park in Oregon where you can take home 30-million-year-old fossils.

https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/oregon/fossil-park-or/

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