April
Run with the Wild 5K
4th Annual Run with the Wild, a community- oriented 5K and 10K run/walk that is suitable for individuals of all ages, families, and even dogs.
Saturday April 11, 2026
Historic Columbia River Highway State Trail- Mark O. Hatfield WEST Trailhead
Sustain Spring Pop Up
Sustain Home Spring Pop Up
Celebrate Mother’s Day and Spring
Thursday, April 30 4:00-7:00pm
We will be hosting local artisan Jen Trude showing her beautiful spring collection of jewelry.
Diguardio boutique will be showing her collection of spring clothing by various designers nothing like you have seen before.
Annalemma Wines will be flowing!
May
20th Annual Gorge Artists Open Studio Tour
Friday, May 1 – Sunday, May 3rd, 2026
Daily 10am- 5pm
This year’s anniversary tour features 50 artists across 41 studio locations in Hood River and Wasco Counties in Oregon, and Skamania and Klickitat Counties in Washington.
2026 Hood River Cider Fest
Saturday May 2nd
Daily 10am- 6pm
1600 Air Museum Rd.
Hood River, OR, 97031
In 2026 we have made the exciting move up to the outdoor space of Western Antique Aeroplane and Automobile Museum (WAAAM) at 1600 Air Museum Rd, Hood River, OR 97031. This fantastic new location integrates WAAAM by offering discounted museum tickets for Cider Fest guests. The museum is not to be missed, trust us!
Spring Maker’s Market – free to the public
Open to the public, without purchase of a Cider Fest ticket, is our new Free Spring Maker’s Market. Grab food from one of the many food trucks and shop around with the dozens of local and regional artists. This arts fair portion of the event is FREE.
Kentucky Derby Marble Race
Kentucky Derby Marble Race
Fundraiser for the Columbia Gorge Food Bank
Hosted by Hawks Ridge Assisted Living
Saturday, May 2
1:30 pm
We are excited to announce that we will be holding a fundraiser for the Columbia Gorge Food Bank. We are supporting our local Hood River Community. Our first ever Kentucky Derby Marble Race. Be prepared to donate and place your bet on your favorite horse/marble to win place or show. Our flyer is below for more details. Please join us for a day of food, fun, and fundraising.
June
First Friday
June 5th, 2026
6:00pm-8:00pm
Downtown Hood River, 2nd and Cascade Ave. Hood River, OR 97031
July
Stay tuned for upcoming events!
August
2026 Bridge of the Gods Half Marathon, 10K, 5K & Kids 1K
August 1st- August 2nd, 2026
Cascade Locks, OR
Kid’s Community 1K, which is free to any child 12 and under on Saturday afternoon.
Bridge of the God’s Twilight 5K Run on Saturday at 6:30 PM.
Thunder Island Music Festival From 6-8:30 PM, we will have a main stage and amazing music playing in one of the most unique concert locations! Full-service beer garden sponsored by Thunder Island Brewing and Gorges Beers will be on tap.
Sunday will be our traditional Half Marathon and 10K Runs to wrap up the weekend.
Pacific Crest Trail Days
August 14th & 15th, 2026
Marine Park of Cascade Locks, Oregon
Pacific Crest Trail Days celebrates and promotes hiking, camping, backpacking & outdoor stewardship and offers a bit of something for everyone, whether you are an outdoor enthusiast or new to outdoor recreation.
First Friday
August 7th, 2026
6:00pm-8:00pm
Downtown Hood River, 2nd and Cascade Ave. Hood River, OR 97031
September
First Friday
September 4th, 2026
6:00pm-8:00pm
Downtown Hood River, 2nd and Cascade Ave. Hood River, OR 97031
2026 Columbia River Cross Channel Swim
Saturday, September 5th, 2026
6:00am-1:00pm
Columbia Gorge Sternwheeler
299 SW Portage Rd Cascade Locks, OR 97014
For 81 years, swimmers have boarded the famous Sternwheeler paddleboat on the south shore of the Columbia River, at the dock in Cascade Locks, and are ferried to the Washington side of the river. When signaled, swimmers jump off the Sternwheeler into the Columbia and swim an approximately 1.1-mile stretch across to Cascade Locks. To help them find their way, a special swim lane lined with volunteers in sailboats, kayaks, and paddle boards are there to guide, encourage, and protect swimmers as they cross the channel.
October
Hood River Valley Harvest Festival
October 9th-11th, 2026
Hood River Event Site
November
Stay tuned for upcoming events!
December
Stay tuned for more upcoming events!
Hood River Holiday Information
Annual Community Holiday Tree Lighting and Street Festival
Friday, December 4th, 2026
Our tree lighting will be held on State St. and 2nd St. The tree will be lit between 5:45-6:00 pm. The festival will be held 5:00-7:00 pm on Oak St. There are a variety of stores throughout downtown and something for everyone.