Sacramento loves chicken wings! It was apparent at the 4th annual Sactown Wings festival on July 30. Thousands of hungry people flocked to South Side Park for wings in the 98 degree heat! The festival benefits Habitat for Humanity of Greater Sacramento. The event was put on by Xoso Sport & Social League. The festival includes booths…
Central Oregon is already getting inundated with visitors coming for a once-in-a-lifetime eclipse event! Pick up one of our guides at one of the visitor centers, the Redmond Airport or any of the hotels for a full list of the best restaurants in Central Oregon. We wanted to take a moment to highlight some of…
Tuesday, August 15th With this Tuesday being the final Tuesday market prior to the start of the school year, come down to the market to celebrate! Kids are invited to participate in the 10:30am Back to School Lunchbox Scavenger Hunt where they can compete for a reusable water bottle while they hunt the market for fresh and prepared items…
In celebration of RingSide Fish House's Dollar Oyster Mondays (D.O.M.) one-year anniversary and upcoming National Oyster Day, RingSide is hosting an Oyster Shuck-Off In The Park event on Tuesday, August 1st from 4-6pm in Director Park (815 SW Park Ave). This Shuck-Off event features two friendly competitions between three of Downtown Portland's best seafood restaurants…
Chef Liam Blackmon from Cacoco Drinking Chocolate and Chef Zachary Mazi of The Food Bender (formerly of LionFish SupperClub and Ulterior Restaurant) are teaming up with the world famous Chef Diego Felix of Colectivo Felix to put on the next iteration of Tacos and Chocolate at MJA Vineyards! Come and enjoy a selection of incredible and cultural significant Mexican cuisine,…
Opera on the Lawn Returns to Remy Wines for a 20th Anniversary Celebration Some Sunday mornings call for coffee. This one calls for live opera, a picnic on the lawn, and a glass of Oregon wine. On Sunday, August 23, 2026, Remy Wines will celebrate its 20th anniversary with the return of Opera on the Lawn. The outdoor performance features Continue Reading
Where To Play This Summer in Seattle: Events, Dining & Local Picks Seattle is heading into one of its busiest stretches of summer. Seafair returns to Lake Washington, Bite of Seattle takes over Seattle Center, and Festival Sundiata brings a free weekend of Black arts, food, music, and culture to the heart of the city. Whether you are visiting for Continue Reading
Heading to the Waterfront Blues Festival with food allergies or dietary restrictions? You are not alone. Festival food can be exciting, but it can also be tricky when you are looking for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, or vegan options. The good news is that several vendors at this year’s Waterfront Blues Festival are already thinking about guests with different dietary needs. Continue Reading
Portland’s Waterfront Blues Festival returns July 2-4, 2026 to Tom McCall Waterfront Park, bringing three days of live music, riverfront views, fireworks, and a full festival food lineup that makes this one of the tastiest summer events in the city. This year’s Blues Bites food court and vendor marketplace will feature a mix of new arrivals, returning Portland favorites, local Continue Reading
Portland’s summer soundtrack returns to the riverfront. The Waterfront Blues Festival is back July 2–4, 2026 at Tom McCall Waterfront Park in Downtown Portland, bringing three days, three stages, Blues Cruises on the Willamette River, local food, craft beverages, a curated marketplace, and a Fourth of July fireworks show over the water. This year’s lineup stretches far beyond traditional blues, Continue Reading