Savor Forest Grove – Visit Forest Grove, Oregon

Welcome to Forest Grove

Nestled in a verdant glade in northwest Oregon, where the fertile Willamette Valley meets lush forests at the base of the Coast Range, Forest Grove is a vibrant small town with a unique mix of amenities. While the city’s enviable proximity to the Oregon Coast, Portland and Mount Hood Recreation Area is certainly one advantage of its location, Forest Grove’s growing claim to fame can be found right at its doorstep: specialty farms and orchards, artisan food makers, wineries, craft breweries (beer, hard cider, sake), unique restaurants, and much more.

With a strong legacy of agriculture and food processing, the city has emerged as a hub to bring together the best of local farms, food and drink. Whether you are an avid locavore, a wine/beer/spirit enthusiast, or simply looking for a special culinary adventure, Forest Grove serves it up on a platter – with weekly farmers’ markets (May-Oct.), a broad menu of unique foodie events such as the annual Forest Grove Uncorked…even monthly hands-on cooking lessons featuring our local bounty. Alternatively, you can choose from the “à la carte menu” and visit individual farms and wineries via organized winery tours or on your own schedule, using the resources found throughout this website and available at the Forest Grove –Cornelius Chamber of Commerce, 2417 Pacific Ave. We even have a wonderful urban farm and learning center – Nana Cardoon!

If you are hungry for more, feel free to pack up some of these gastronomic treats for a stroll through the city’s historic downtown, birding at Fernhill reservoir, boating at Hagg Lake, and biking on nearby scenic trails. Take in a Pacific University musical event, a barbershop ballad competition or an antique/collectors’ car show. Bring the kids to a medieval fair, sidewalk chalk art festival or strawberry festival. There’s even something for Fido: Canines Uncorked, with tastings and dog activities at 13 wineries.

Experience the many sights, sounds and flavors of an Oregon epicurean mecca…come savor Forest Grove.

Events

December 07 Saturday

Holiday in the Grove
Downtown Forest Grove

Gingerbread contest, breakfast and photos with Santa, artisan crafts, art for children and much more.

December 07, 2019 8:30 a.m.

to 5:00 p.m.

Holiday in the Grove

Downtown Forest Grove

Reservation Required: No

Gingerbread contest, breakfast and photos with Santa, artisan crafts, art for children and much more.
December 07 Saturday

The Nutcracker Ballet
Forest Grove High School Performing Arts Center

1401 Nichols Ln, Forest Grove, Oregon 97116

Performed by Forest Grove Ballet.

December 07, 2019 1:00 p.m.

to December 08, 2019

The Nutcracker Ballet

Forest Grove High School Performing Arts Center

1401 Nichols Ln, Forest Grove, Oregon 97116

Reservation Required: Yes

Performed by Forest Grove Ballet.
December 07 Saturday

Holiday Light Parade
Downtown Forest Grove

Visit Historic Downtown Forest Grove all dressed up for the holidays! Come and be dazzled by floats, marching groups and others decked out in holiday lights.

December 07, 2019 5:00 p.m.

Holiday Light Parade

Downtown Forest Grove

Reservation Required: No

Visit Historic Downtown Forest Grove all dressed up for the holidays! Come and be dazzled by floats, marching groups and others decked out in holiday lights.
December 07 Saturday

Repeal Day Celebration
Elk Cove Vineyards

27751 NW Olson Road, Gaston, OR 97119

Elk Cove celebrates the end of Prohibition with this 1920s inspired event hosted in the winery.

December 07, 2019 12:00 p.m.

to 3:00 p.m.

Repeal Day Celebration

Elk Cove Vineyards

27751 NW Olson Road, Gaston, OR 97119

Reservation Required: No

Elk Cove celebrates the end of Prohibition with this 1920s inspired event hosted in the winery.
December 07 Saturday

Westside Singers Christmas Concert
United Church of Christ

2032 College Way, Forest Grove

Fundraiser for West Tuality Habitat for Humanity. Refreshments provided.

December 07, 2019 3:00 p.m.

Westside Singers Christmas Concert

United Church of Christ

2032 College Way, Forest Grove

Reservation Required: No

Fundraiser for West Tuality Habitat for Humanity. Refreshments provided.
December 07 Saturday

Pacific University Holiday Concert
Pacific University, Taylor-Meade Performing Arts Center

2014 Cedar St, Forest Grove

December 07, 2019 7:30 p.m.

Pacific University Holiday Concert

Pacific University, Taylor-Meade Performing Arts Center

2014 Cedar St, Forest Grove

Reservation Required: No

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News & Noteworthy

Did You Know?

McMenamin’s Grand Lodge

Originally built in 1922 to house Masonic elders and orphans, offers many lodging options (including pet- and bike-friendly accommodations), an intimate movie theater , a full-service spa and soaking pool, a disc golf course, and restaurants and bars featuring fresh seasonal ingredients and McMenamin ales and ciders on tap.

Diversity of Restaurants

Forest Grove’s diversity of restaurants is unparalleled for a small town. Choose from Mexican, Hawaiian, Thai, Japanese (sushi), Chinese, Pan-Asian, Middle Eastern, British and, of course, good hearty American fare. We have several delectable bakeries, locally owned coffee shops, and a wood-fired artisan pizza cart.

16 Wineries within a 10-Mile Radius

There are 16 wineries within an 10-mile radius of Forest Grove, including the Willamette Valley’s first pinot noir vineyards, planted by Charles Coury in 1965. Now home to David Hill Vineyard, his pinot is still produced, labeled as Estate Blackjack. Even before Coury, Ernest Reuter planted Klevner (Pinot Blanc) grapes on that site in the 1880s.

Other Libations

Beyond wine and beer, Forest Grove is host to the first American-owned saké brewery, the county’s first hard cider maker and two young distilleries. SakéOne, established in 1997, is the leading producer of “ginjo” or premium-grade saké in the U.S. under its award-winning Momokawa and Moonstone product lines.