May In Wine Country
Willamette Valley In Bloom
Springtime in wine country is cause for celebration! April - July, the Willamette Valley is "in bloom" with brilliant gardens, budding vines and clear skies.
At the center of it all is our long-running Memorial Weekend in Wine Country event, now expanded to include the entire month of May. With this much-loved tradition, our wineries open their doors to welcome the return of vibrant colors to our landscape and the first chapter in the story of the next vintage. We also kick off the summer tourism season, basking in dry, warm, sunny weather that brings everyone outside. This is the time for exciting new white wine and rosé releases, soft buds emerging on the vines, the scent of flowers everywhere and the joy that comes with a fresh start. Check out our participating wineries' special events and offers, browse wineries with garden views and lawn games to make the most of the sunshine, and use our Memorial Weekend Map to plan your trip.
SPECIAL EVENTS
Throughout the month of May our participating wineries welcome the return of spring with a wide variety of events from new wine releases to live music and classes.
PERKS FOR LOCALS
NOW IS THE TIME to be in the valley and these wineries are offering a little something special for local residents that wander out to wine country. Not that you needed an excuse to visit, but being a local has its perks. 😉 PICK YOUR PERK
SPECIAL OFFERS
With rosé and white wines newly bottled and excitement in the air, our participating wineries have special offers for you throughout the month of May including packages, deals and discounts.
WINE COUNTRY MOMS
Multitasking takes on a whole new meaning for the extraordinary winemaker moms of the Willamette Valley. We asked them to share their stories, their advice, and the lessons they've learned in a special interview series, and we mapped their wineries so you can support them. It's all here.
WINE COUNTRY DADS
The wine industry has never had a shortage of father-child business partnerships. But stories about raising those kids are in shorter supply—what's it like juggling press loads and skinned knees, birthday parties and bottling days? We asked three dads to share their stories and experiences, in conjunction with the Wine Origins Alliance Wine on Earth Taste-A-Thon. Watch the recording.
LAWN GAMES
Many wineries are offering activities beyond the tasting room, several of which are family-friendly and all of which are more fun with a glass of wine in hand––like bocce, pétanque and ladder golf. Learn more.
GARDEN VIEWS
Willamette Valley wine country is in full bloom in May, with many of our participating destinations offering spectacular garden views. Find your garden view.
MAY IS OREGON WINE MONTH!
We celebrate Willamette Valley wine all year round, but especially during Oregon Wine Month, when the entire state joins in commemoration of our beloved industry for the month of May, offering special activities and promotions for the enjoyment of Oregon wine. More details on Oregon Wine Month retail and restaurant promotions here!