Fun-Filled Annual Coastal Oregon Events

Florence takes great pride and care in putting on amazing annual events! You’ll find some of the very best Oregon events within blocks of the River House Inn! We play host to thousands of participants and exhibitors every year. Whether you are looking for family fun, food, comedy, art, music, dance, or something more – you’ll find it in Florence, Oregon!

NOTE: Due to recent events, a number of events may have been cancelled or postponed. Please check with the Florence Area Chamber of Commerce for the most up-to-date listing of local events: www.FlorenceChamber.com or 541-997-3128.

May 14-16, 2021

Rhododendron Festival

The Rhododendron Festival is held in Florence each year on the third weekend of May and is celebrated with parades, a carnival, live music, and classic car show, shine and cruises. Each spring, wild rhododendrons bloom in the hills and fields of Florence as they have been doing for hundreds, maybe thousands of years. The white-pink flowers represent the end of winter and the imminent arrival of our glorious summers.

More info on the Rhody Fest

October 9-11, 2020

Florence Wine & Chowder Trail and Great Glass Float Weekend

Explore the wine and chowder trail through Historic Old Town Florence and along the way, search for hidden glass floats. Taste wine from over ten Oregon wineries and attend wine pairing dinners and culinary workshops. Try nearly a dozen different chowders on Sunday while enjoying live music, shopping, food and beverages, and then vote for the best chowder!

More info on the Wine & Chowder Trail

November 28, 2020

Cider, Cocoa & Cookie Trail

Tantalize your tastebuds and warm up from the winter cold at the second annual Cider, Cocoa & Cookie Trail in Florence at the Oregon Coast. This fun family event gives visitors and locals a great chance to sample holiday goodies and save money during Small Business Saturday at shops all over Florence on the weekend after Thanksgiving.

More info about Cider, Cocoa & Cookie Trail

Other 2020 Florence, Oregon Events

Rods ‘N Rhodies & Community-Wide Garage Sale – September 11 &12, 2020
SEAcoast Entertainment Association 7 Concert/Performance Season – Begins each fall
Florence Wine & Chowder Trail and Great Glass Float Weekend – October 9-11, 2020
Goin’ With The Flo Vintage Trailer Rally and Exhibit – October 9-11, 2020
Circles in the Sand Beach Sculpting at Heceta Beach – October 17, 2020
Okto-Fur-Fest Championship Wiener Dog Races – October 17, 2020
Veterans Day Parade – November 11, 2020
Cider, Cocoa & Cookie Trail – November 28, 2020
Holiday Festival, Tree Lighting, Santa’s Arrival, Music & Hayrides – December 5, 2020

January 28-31, 2021

Winter Music Festival

Three days of bluegrass, folk, and Americana music with arts & crafts and food & beverage.

WinterMusicFestival.org

For more information call 541-997-3128 or visit FlorenceChamber.com

Florence, Oregon Events Center

Big name entertainment? Yeah, we’ve got that here too! The Florence Events Center regularly hosts world-class music, dance, and drama. This 21,000 square foot facility (which includes nearly 8000 sq. ft. of flexible floor space and a 455-seat state-of-the-art theater) hosts events ranging from ballet to blues, conferences to conventions, weddings to reunions, and everything in between. Ask them about hosting your large event. The Events Center is home to the Last Resort Players theatre company and the SEAcoast Entertainment Association’s annual concert series. The FEC also hosts three outstanding annual events: the Florence Festival of Books in September; the Celebrate Arts juried art show in November; and the Winter Music Festival in January.

Contact Info

715 Quince Street, Florence, OR 97439

541-997-1994

EventCenter.org

Rhododendron Festival

The Rhododendron Festival is held in Florence each year on the third weekend of May and is celebrated with parades, a carnival, live music, and classic car show, shine and cruises. Each spring, wild rhododendrons bloom in the hills and fields of Florence as they have been doing for hundreds, maybe thousands of years. The white-pink flowers represent the end of winter and the imminent arrival of our glorious summers.

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