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McKenzie River Events
| The Wooden Boat Festival takes place in the spring at Eagle Rock Lodge on the banks of the McKenzie River. The festival also includes the Wooden Drift Boat Parade on the wild & scenic river. In the summer take in the scents of the Lavender Festival at the McKenzie River Lavender farm. The region is also host to the McKenzie River Chainsaw Art Festival where wood carvers create intricate masterpieces using chainsaws. |
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The McKenzie Arts Festival is an exceptional event that features local artists as wells as music, wine and delicious treats. In the winter, the scenic covered bridges glow with holiday light displays.
Events
Cinco de Mayo at Ike's Pizza!
May 05, 2013- Event Times: Sunday, Noon - 8 p.m.
- Location: Ike's Pizza
- Address: 44851 McKenzie Hwy, Leaburg, OR
Presented by the McKenzie River Lions Club as a community fundraiser. Enjoy food specials, bingo, raffles and more!
Mountain West District Track & Field Meet
May 18, 2013- Event Times: Saturday, Noon
- Event Admission: N/A
- Location: McKenzie Community Track
- Address: 51326 Blue River Drive, Vida, OR 97488
Largest meet for the year. Athletes are competing for the State Championships. Spectators are welcome!
Oregon Lavender Festival
July 12, 2013 - July 13, 2013- Recurring daily
- Event Times: Friday - Saturday
- Location: McKenzie River Lavender
- Address: 40882 McKenzie Hwy, Springfield, OR 97478
For just a few days enjoy the Oregon countryside at its fragrant best!
McKenzie River Chainsaw Art Festival
August 16, 2013 - August 18, 2013- Recurring daily
- Event Times: Friday - Sunday, 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.
- Event Admission: $3.00
- Location: McKenzie Community Track & Field
- Address: 51480 Blue River Dr, Vida, OR 97488
A unique three day event merging a passion for Northwest forestry with art. Using chainsaws, master wood carvers create memorable wood sculptures celebrating the McKenzie River heritage. Partake in gold panning, nail driving and a youth track meet. Carving auctions on Friday and Saturday at 5:30 p.m. and on Sunday there is a special ‘McKenzie Heritage’ auction at 12:30 p.m. followed by an awards presentation at 2:30 p.m.
