Thursday, Apr 9 ~ 4:00pm–6:00pm ~ Meet, Mingle & Imagine Arts and Culture in Oregon @ Pendleton Center for the Arts
An inspiring gathering of arts and culture, community and cross-sector leaders in your region. Connect with peers, share ideas and build relationships that strengthen Oregon’s creative and cultural community. Hear directly from Oregon’s Director of Arts and Culture about statewide goals, challenges and opportunities shaping the future of arts and culture. Click here to register
Friday, April 10 ~ 7pm-9pm ~ Bryan John Appleby @ Great Pacific
Bryan John Appleby is a singer/songwriter and multi-instrumentalist based in Seattle. His folk-centric body of work draws elements from mid-century pop, wall-of-sound, psychodelia, tropicália, and classic cinema
Saturday, April 11 ~ 6:30PM ~ Chamber Music Festival @ Vert Clubroom
OES Principal Harpist Chelsea Spence-Crane and clarinetist Shannon Scott will perform Paul Reade’s “Suite from The Victorian Kitchen Garden” as part of the annual Chamber Music Festival.
The Victorian Kitchen Garden was a British television series following a master gardener and horticultural expert as they recreate a kitchen garden of the Victorian era as authentically as possible with tools and techniques from the period.
Reade’s award winning theme music and soundtrack was arranged by himself into a five movement suite for harp and clarinet.
Speaking of Gardening in Pendleton, if you’re really looking to get your hands dirty, click here.
Saturday, April 11 ~ 7pm-9pm ~ Leo Moon Trio @ Great Pacific
Leo Moon is the solo incarnation of actor, singer-songwriter and multi-instrumentalist, Brian Adrian Koch. California born and Oregon raised, Brian has been active in the Portland theater, film & music scene since arriving in 2000. He is a current and founding member of indie rock band Blitzen Trapper (2000 – present), and formerly of psychedelic folk duo Dead Lee (2017-2023). Appearing now as a solo acoustic performer, his minimal and haunting tunes are stripped down paeans to the glorious absurdities of life; harmonica spattered psalms to the void.
Friday, April 17th~ 6pm ~ Tea and Tails @ Morningstar Blends
This is a relaxed gathering where Maya Morningstar will create a custom tea blend (for you and your dog), talk about co-regulation and how our dogs and our nervous systems influence each other, explore simple ways to slow down, reduce stress, and deepen connection & explore herbs that support calm for people and canines. A space to learn, reflect, and be with others who care about their dogs. Cost: $30 per person, and space is limited. Register at https://www.bluemountaincanine.org/events/tea
Saturday April 18 ~ 4pm ~ Mrs. Roper Romp @ Hamleys
What more can we say except this event promises to bring cosplay to a whole new level...
Saturday April 18 ~ 7pm-9pm ~ Clark Engine Company @ Great Pacific
Just Clark is a singer-songwriter reviving the roots of American-made music. Digging into a woody sound that echoes through the hollers, Clark’s music embodies a timeless resonance that harks back to the cherished sounds of classic Americana folk. Always on the move, Clark is a true troubadour who’s lust for the open road is never ending.
Thursday, April 23 ~ 6pm-8pm ~ League of Oregon Cities Spring Conference @ Pendleton Convention Center
Don’t miss the opportunity to join local government leaders from across Oregon for two days of learning, connection, and collaboration at the LOC’s 2026 Local Government Spring Conference. Click here for more details.
Saturday, April 25 ~ 9am-12pm ~ Sure Spring River Cleanup and Tree Giveaway @ Stillman Park
Come join the Stewards of the Umatilla River Environment at Pendleton’s Stillman Park! Registration starts at 9 a.m. and once everyone is registered, there will be a safety briefing. Then, everyone can fan out both upriver and downriver along the 2.5 mile Umatilla River Parkway, cleaning up the walking path, the levee and the riverbank. Those with excellent strength and agility can go across to the north side of the river, where there is no path. If you don’t have your own gloves, we will supply them, along with trash bags. Please wear long pants and sturdy shoes, and bring water. Click here to register.
Thursday, May 7 ~ 7pm-9pm ~ Comedy Night @ Cerebella Winery
A night of laughter, wine, and great company in the tasting room of the Cerebella Winery. 18+ Click here for more info. https://www.facebook.com/share/17x33K4ku5/
Friday, May 15 ~ 6pm-8pm ~ Goodwin Award @ Main Street (in front of Great Pacific)
The Pendleton Historic Preservation Commission honors a person going above and beyond to preserve the historic characteristics of our downtown. Email [email protected] or call 541-966-0239 for more details.
Saturday, May 16 ~ 12pm-6pm ~ The Triumphant Return of the Pendleton Street Fair @ Main Street
The Pendleton Street fair returns for it’s second year since the days of buggy-whips and dirigible travel. Read more about the event here! Registration is still open for vendors and volunteers through this link.
Wednesday May 27 – Saturday May 30 ~ Vernacular Architecture Forum
The Vernacular Architecture Forum (https://www.vafweb.org/Columbia-River-Plateau-2026) is having their annual conference in the Columbia River Plateau. There will be a special tour of Pendleton. Want to find out what makes Pendleton a unique area? Curious what makes certain houses historic? Reach out to the Historic Preservation Commission ([email protected] / 541-966-0239) for more details
Saturday May 30 ~ 10am-12pm- Brunch with Aura @ The Studio Pendleton
The Historical Preservation Commission will be hosting a thank you brunch for street fair volunteers at The Studio. Attendees can take part in a Paint and Sip activity and paint their own version of Aura and Moses Goodwin’s historic house. Email [email protected] or call 541-966-0239 for more details
