Get out and have some fun in the Yamhill Valley.

There’s more to do here in the Yamhill Valley than simply drink wine. Whether you like your fun indoors or out, there are plenty of activities and events to choose from.

Our annual events span the calendar. Consider the popular SIP! wine event in March, the alien-friendly UFO Festival in May, McMinnville traditional summer street party Turkey Rama, Carlton’s art-and-wine Walk in the Park and the Oregon Wine Country Half Marathon.

You don’t need to have a special event to find some fun. Take a look at some of the ideas on this page. We’ll be adding more and highlighting your best bets for the coming months.

Here are some major events and things to do while you're visiting the Yamhill Valley:

March - SIP! McMinnville Wine & Food Classic
May - UFO Festival
July - Turkey Rama
July - International Pinot Noir Festival
August - Carlton's Walk in the Park
September - Oregon Wine Country half Marathon
All year: Evergreen Aviation & Space Museum and Waterpark

Have Some Fun

25 Things to Do in the Yamhill Valley

Looking for something to do? Here are 25 ideas for spring & summer activities in the Yamhill Valley.

What to expect at the Evergreen waterpark

You'll find an airplane on the roof and fun inside. "Everybody gets to be a kid again.”

Runners take Oregon tradition in stride

With clear summer and fall days, the valley hosts several running events. here are some races for you.

What to expect when cycling here

Patrick Vala-Haynes tells you what to expect when cycling in Oregon wine country.

A hike, and a visit with an endangered species

Combine a love for science, an appreciation for the wonders of Mother Earth and some pleasant invigorating ...

Here Are More Things To Do

Experience the Wine

Holiday weekend
kicks off wine season

When the Memorial Day weekend rolls around, thoughts turn to wine tasting.

What to expect
in a tasting room

The tasting room is not an intimidating place to visit. Here's what you will experience.

Saddle up and go
to rural wineries

Jake Price may not know wine, but his equestrian skills make him the perfect person to lead wine tours.

THE AVAs of the Yamhill Valley

Discover the special growing regions that make the wines of the Yamhill Valley so great.

Laurel Ridge:
Something for All

Laurel Ridge Winery's rich tradition and vineyards near Carlton attract tastings and special events.

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