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Veneta Events

Veneta's landmark event is the Oregon Country Fair held annually on private country acreage and attracting free spirits from across the region. Explore living artfully and authentically in joyous and healthy ways. Immerse yourself in a wonderland of entertainment, beautiful crafts, wholesome foods, and magical surprises.

During June go on a barrel tour through Oregon wine country. On Saturdays, a deluxe charter bus tours four local wineries, each offering delicious appetizers paired with wine selections.  See the calendar below for more events in Veneta.

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Events


Oregon Country Fair
July 15, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Friday - Sunday, 11 a.m. - 7 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $20 - $23 single day; $51 weekend pass
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  • Location: Oregon Country Fairgrounds
  • Address: Hwy 126, Veneta, OR 97487
  • Phone: 800.992.8499

Celebrate with delight the world-class entertainment, hand-made crafts, delectable foods, educational displays and magical surprise at every turn at this unusual fair in the woods.

Veneta's 50th Anniversary Celebration
July 21, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 3 - 9 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Veneta City Park
  • Address: East Broadway, Veneta, OR 97487
  • Phone: 541.935.2191

Celebrate Veneta's 50th birthday! Live entertainment featuring the Sugar Beets. Free swim sessions at Veneta Community Pool, fun for the family, great food and much more.

Wineries Without Walls
July 28, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 4 - 6 p.m.
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  • Location: West Lane Center
  • Address: 24949 Hwy 126, Veneta, OR 97487

Sample Pinot Gris and Pinor Noir from Patchwork Cellars. Light snacks will be available.

Fern Ridge Beef Pit BBQ
July 29, 2012
  • Event Times: Sunday
  • Event Admission: $12.50; $10.50 seniors (62 and older); $6 children (12 and under)
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  • Location: St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church
  • Address: 25181 E Broadway, Veneta, OR 97487
  • Phone: 541.935.3933

Enjoy delicious food at this great BBQ. Its one of the longest running events of its kind in Lane County.

Pre-Mo Charities Benefit
August 03, 2012
  • Event Times: Friday, 6 - 9 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Domaine Meriwether Winery
  • Address: 88324 Vineyard Ln, Veneta, OR 97487

Come out and enjoy live music from The Valley Boys, food and beverages from Philyaw's Cookout & Catering, and an auction to raise money for the fight against MS and Prostate Cancer.

Wine and Shine
August 05, 2012
  • Event Times: Sunday, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Domaine Meriwether Winery
  • Address: 88324 Vineyard Ln, Veneta, OR 97487
  • Phone: 541.935.9711

Come out and enjoy a classic car show & live music provided by Coupe de Ville.

CASA Benefit: BBQ, Wine & Music
August 09, 2012
  • Event Times: Thursday, 6 - 9 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $24, $28
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  • Location: Domaine Meriwether Winery
  • Address: 88324 Vineyard Ln, Veneta, OR 97487
  • Phone: 541.868.3087

Enjoy a beautiful outdoor evening of wine, BBQ and great music! 10% of all wine sales during the evening will be donated to CASA.

A Taste of Compassion
August 11, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 5 - 9 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $30
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  • Location: Domaine Meriwether Winery
  • Address: 88324 Vineyard Ln, Veneta, OR 97487
  • Phone: 541.513.9751

Come out and enjoy live music, gourmet food, wine tasting and a silent auction. Proceeds benefit the West Coast Dog and Cat Rescue.

Triathlon Eugene: The Oregon Challenge
August 19, 2012
  • Event Times: Sunday, 7 a.m.
  • Event Admission: $75 - $300
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  • Location: Richardson Park, Fern Ridge Reservoir
  • Address: 25950 Richardson Park Rd, Junction City, OR 97448

A challenging tour showcasing Lane County offering an Olympic, Sprint and youth course for participants of all ages and skill levels. Come out to swim, run & bike through beautiful countryside.

Veneta Harvest Festival
September 29, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Address: E Broadway & 2nd St, Veneta, OR 97487

Live music, farmers, artisans and crafters booths as well as food and wine. Chili cook-off, face painting, jumping castle, miniature golf and more.

35th Annual Country Holiday Bazaar
November 16, 2012 - November 17, 2012
  • Recurring daily
  • Event Times: Friday - Saturday, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
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  • Location: West Lane Center
  • Address: Hwy 126 and Territorial Road, Veneta, OR 97487
  • Phone: 541.935.8443

Get your family photos with Santa. Santa loves 4-legged family members too, so include them in your family photos, if you wish. Many other locations will be offering crafts and food items made by local artisans, as well as other gift ideas offered by local distributors.

Thanksgiving Take Out
November 22, 2012
  • Event Times: Thursday, 7 a.m. - noon
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  • Location: Our Daily Bread Restaurant
  • Address: 88170 Territorial Rd, Veneta, OR 97487
  • Phone: 541.935.4921

Have your holiday dinner and baked goods prepared by our professional staff and pick it up packaged to go.

Glass/Glass Night
November 28, 2012
  • Event Times: Wednesday, 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $25
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  • Location: Fern Ridge Chamber of Commerce
  • Address: 24949 Hwy 126, Veneta, OR 97487

Join Linda M Knox of Dragonfly Studio for this special event as she helps you to design and make a fused glass ornament. Dragonfly Studio will provide all the materials, a choice of ornaments, instruction and the finished piece will be fused for you. Your ticket price will include a glass of the featured red or white wine. Light snacks will be available during the evening as well.

Christmas Teas
December 01, 2012
  • Event Times: Saturday, 2 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $28.95, $15.95
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  • Location: Our Daily Bread Restaurant
  • Address: 88170 Territorial Rd, Veneta, OR 97487
  • Phone: 541.935.4921

Enjoy either a one-course or three-course tea to celebration the winter holidays. Great for the whole family!

9th Annual Veneta Light Parade
December 06, 2012
  • Event Times: Thursday, TBA
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Fern Ridge Chamber of Commerce
  • Address: 24949 Hwy 126, Veneta, OR 97487

Join in the 9th year of the Light Parade in Veneta.

A Night of Passion - Wineries without Walls
February 09, 2013
  • Event Times: Saturday, 6 - 8 p.m.
  • Event Admission: $15
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  • Location: Fern Ridge Chamber of Commerce
  • Address: 24949 Hwy 126, Veneta, OR 97487
  • Phone: 541.935.8443

Celebrate the loveliest of holidays with wine, music, and the fun of a special evening with your sweetheart or your best friends. Featuring Passion wine from Noble Estate Winery, music by Jennifer Sennett.

The Self-Sufficiency of Greenhouses
February 19, 2013
  • Event Times: Tuesday, 7 p.m. - 8 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Fern Ridge Library
  • Address: 88026 Territorial Road, Veneta, OR 97487
  • Phone: 541.935.7512

Marylou Noffsinger of TruGrow Greenhouses in Harrisburg will discuss the benefits of greenhouse gardening. Why? What kind? Budget? How much time? How much room? Sun space? Benefits and accomplishments?

Wineries without Walls
March 16, 2013
  • Event Times: Saturday, 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Fern Ridge Chamber of Commerce
  • Address: 24949 Hwy 126, Veneta, OR 97487
  • Phone: 541.935.8443

We aren’t all lucky enough to be Irish, but for one evening we can pretend to be as we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with great wine and music! Put on some green, bring your friends and join us for a fun evening at Wineries without Walls. Soulful music provided by Ty Bradley.

Oregon Paddle Sports - Spring Demo Day
April 13, 2013
  • Event Times: Saturday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Event Free - County Parking Fee of $3
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  • Location: Fern Ridge Lake - Perkins Peninsula County Park
  • Address: Off Highway 126 west of Eugene (before Veneta), Veneta, OR 97448
  • Phone: 541.505.9020

Come out and try paddle sports! If you've ever wanted to paddle a canoe, kayak or standup paddle board, this is a chance to try it for free. Hosted by Oregon Paddle Sports. There will be a product representative to answer questions.

Oregon Waterfalls
May 21, 2013
  • Event Times: Tuesday, 7 - 8 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Fern Ridge Public Library
  • Address: 88021 Territorial Rd, Veneta, OR 97487
  • Phone: 541.935.7512

Lisa Lawson presentation. Images and information about area waterfalls. Included will be information on waterfalls requiring a short or long hike to ones that are actually wheelchair accessible.

Oregon Paddle Sports - Summer Canoe, Kayak & SUP Demo Day
June 30, 2013
  • Event Times: Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Richardson Park Campground
  • Address: 25950 Richardson Park Rd, Junction City, OR 97448
  • Phone: 541.505.9020

Come out and try paddle sports! If you've ever wanted to paddle a canoe, kayak or standup paddle board, this is a chance to try it for free. Hosted by Oregon Paddle Sports. There will be a product representative to answer questions.

Oregon Country Fair
July 12, 2013 - July 14, 2013
  • Recurring daily
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  • Location: Oregon Country Fair
  • Address: Hwy 126, Veneta, OR 97487
  • Phone: 541.343.4298

Celebrate with us and delight in our world class entertainment, hand-made crafts, delectable foods, educational displays and magical surprises at every turn of the path We invite you to join us in our wooded setting, 13 miles west of Eugene near Veneta, Oregon for an unforgettable adventure.

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Sparkling Nights at Domaine Meriwether
November 23, 2012
  • Recurring weekly on Friday
  • Event Times: Friday, 6 - 9 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Domaine Meriwether Winery
  • Address: 88324 Vineyard Ln, Veneta, OR 97487

Live music, yummy wines, two Ninkasi beers on tap and incredible desserts in the deli case. Bring a picnic or purchase lite bites!

Friday Nite Soups On!
February 01, 2013 - May 24, 2013
  • Recurring weekly on Friday
  • Event Times: Friday, 4 p.m.
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  • Location: Sarver Winery
  • Address: 25600 Mayola Ln, Eugene, OR 97402

Delicious homemade soups, featuring vintage concert series on the big screen at one of Lane County's most picturesque wineries.

Saturday Steak Night at Sarver Winery
February 23, 2013 - October 26, 2013
  • Recurring monthly on the last Saturday
  • Event Times: Saturday
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  • Location: Sarver Winery
  • Address: 25600 Mayola Ln, Eugene, OR 97402

Make your reservation for the last Saturday of each month for the Sarver Steak Dinner featuring hors d'oeuvres, black pepper and sea salt New York strip or rib eyes topped with Gorgonzola compound butter, and served with garlic and sour cream mashed red skins and homemade Caesar salad.

Veneta Farmers' Market
June 07, 2013 - September 27, 2013
  • Event Times: Friday, 2 - 6 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Downtown Veneta
  • Address: Territorial & Luther Lane, Veneta, OR

Veneta's Downtown Farmers' Market is a great way to start your weekend! Stop, shop and pick up seasonal berries, fresh produce or local honey on your way home or while traveling through the area.

Markets


Veneta Downtown Farmers' Market
July 20, 2012 - September 28, 2012
  • Recurring weekly on Friday
  • Event Times: Fridays, 2 - 6 p.m.
  • Event Admission: Free
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  • Location: Luther & Territorial
  • Address: 88267 Territorial Rd, Veneta, OR 97487

Weekly community grower's market offering local produce for sale.

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