Gorge Summerfest

Friends of the Columbia Gorge (@gorgefriends) is throwing their annual summer celebration, and you’re invited! Set along the banks of the Columbia River at the scenic Cascade Locks Marine Park, this free, family-friendly event is open to the public and packed with fun ways to enjoy a summer afternoon in the Gorge.

Expect live music and dancing from two incredible local acts: genre-spanning pop-rock artist Matt Chaffee kicks things off, followed by a headlining set from acclaimed Americana/folk duo Tony Furtado and Stephanie Schneiderman.

Wander through a pop-up market featuring Indigenous artists, grab a bite from one of several delicious food trucks (frybread tacos, Thai, grilled sausages, ice cream, and more!), and explore conservation booths from local environmental groups. There’s something for everyone: lawn games, face painting, a bouncy house (wind permitting), a 50/50 raffle, and more.

Located in the heart of Cascade Locks, Oregon, the Marine Park offers riverside views, paved paths, and access to Thunder Island. It’s the perfect backdrop for a summer celebration of community and conservation.

Don’t miss your chance to connect with Friends of the Columbia Gorge and hundreds of other conservation-minded people from across the region to celebrate everything that makes this place so special.

Admission is free, and donations are optional, but if you’d like to make a donation as part of your free event registration, you may do so here: https://act.gorgefriends.org/a/donate