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]]>Start your day with a scenic 5K run or walk through the McKenzie River countryside.
Race Details:
Day-of Registration: Available onsite from 8:00 AM to 8:45 AM. A late fee applies for race-day registration.
Course Details:
The Walterville Waddle 5K begins at 9:00 AM in the field next to the Walterville Community Center. The course offers a scenic tour of the area, starting on paved country roads, then winding through quiet farm roads, and finishing along a gravel stretch beside the beautiful EWEB canal. The race loops back to the Community Center field for the finish.
After crossing the finish line, stick around and enjoy the Walterville Community Fair and Parade just steps away—making this a full morning of fun, community, and small-town charm.
Please note: Dogs are not allowed on the course.
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Classic Small Town Community Fair
Stay for a classic community fair filled with local vendors, handmade goods, and family-friendly fun.
The Walterville Fair & Waddle combines fitness, food, and festivity into one lively day. Enjoy a BBQ chicken dinner, browse artisan booths, and take part in a celebration that feels both timeless and welcoming.
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]]>Time: 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Location: Walterville Community Center
Hosted By: Vida McKenzie Community Center & Local Partners
Find the perfect holiday gifts while supporting local artists and makers at the McKenzie Holiday Bazaar. This festive indoor market features handcrafted goods, seasonal treats, and a cozy, welcoming atmosphere.
Enjoy live music, family-friendly activities, and a chance to connect with the community while shopping for one-of-a-kind items you won’t find anywhere else.
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]]>Turn your outing into a full day of exploration by heading upriver to some of the area’s most iconic scenic stops. Clear Lake, Sahalie Falls, Koosah Falls, and Tamolitch Blue Pool often remain accessible in winter, offering crisp air, rushing water, and unforgettable views.
Warm up along the way at local favorites like McKenzie Station Pub, Obsidian Grill, (both in McKenzie Bridge) or Takoda’s (in Rainbow) for warm food and drinks. Downriver, McKenzie Stage Stop Pizza & Brew (Cedar Flat) or Ikes Pizza (Vida) are great places to fuel up before or after the drive.
For a truly memorable experience, plan your visit around the McKenzie Holiday Bazaar (Dec 12-13), a bridge lighting ceremony or catch the glow of a lighted boat parade drifting down the river.
McKenzie Holiday Lights blends scenic beauty, small-town charm, and holiday spirit into one unforgettable Oregon Christmas tradition.
Dates: December 1 – 31, 2026
Location: McKenzie River Corridor (Cedar Flat to McKenzie Bridge)
Hosted By: McKenzie Community Partnership
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2027 dates to be Determined
Usually the 4th Saturday in April.
The following details are form last years event:
The McKenzie River Wooden Boat Festival in Vida, Oregon, will take place in April, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM at Eagle Rock Lodge.The festival features wooden drift boats, with many boats arriving by river, and showcases the history and evolution of these unique crafts.
- Location: Eagle Rock Lodge, 49198 McKenzie Hwy, Vida, OR.
- Time: Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM.
- River Arrival: Many boats will float downriver and arrive at about 11:00 AM.
- Event Details: The event will feature fly fishing and other local event booths.
- Informal Flotilla: Those with boats can join an informal flotilla to Eagle Rock, with launch options from Forest Glen or Finn Rock
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]]>Join in on one of the most fun and competitive events of the summer at Tokatee Golf Club — the 2026 Tokatee Open!
This year’s tournament will feature a 2-Person Scramble played under U.S. Open-style conditions on the final day of the U.S. Open Championship. (Parent/child teams are welcome, but not required!)
Tee it up in the shadow of the Cascades at the legendary Tokatee Golf Club during the annual Tokatee Open. Known for its towering firs, mountain views, and one of Oregon’s most scenic championship layouts, this June tournament draws golfers from across the Northwest for a weekend of competition and classic mountain golf.
Whether you’re chasing birdies or simply soaking in the high-country atmosphere, the Tokatee Open delivers a memorable blend of challenging play, cool mountain air, and post-round clubhouse storytelling that tends to grow taller with every retelling. 
Tournament Details
• 2-Person Scramble
• Tee Time Block: 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM
• Tee time requests accepted
• Open Division + Senior Division (55+)
• Optional Skins Game
Entry Fee: $230 per team
Entry includes:
Greens Fees
Range Balls
Catered Hawaiian Meal After Play
Sweet Tee Prize
Golf Shop Credit
After your round, stick around for our U.S. Open Sunday Watch Party with great food, drinks, and championship golf on the TVs as we crown our Tokatee Open winners.
Register
Grab your partner and come spend Father’s Day at Tokatee! Spots will fill quickly.
Event Highlights
- Tournament play at one of Oregon’s premier mountain golf courses
- Stunning fairways framed by the McKenzie River Valley
- Competitive and recreational divisions
- Practice facilities, clubhouse dining, and pro shop access
- Ideal summer golf weather in the Cascades
Location
Tokatee Golf Club
McKenzie Bridge, Oregon
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