Explore The Dalles

09/04/2024

Summer isn’t quite over yet! Join us this Friday, for the last First Friday of 2024 as we welcome back to our Freedom Stage! They’ll start rockin’ the block around 7pm 🔥There will be plenty of Farm Stand and Pantry items from and to choose from - Your last chance to purchase our BBQ Sauces, Rubs, Floral Bouquets, DIY Flower Bar, and of course, our key ingredient to life and cooking around here … COFFEE! Food and drink specials for the entire family. Bring your dancing shoes, lawn chairs, friends & family - as we say farewell to summer!

09/03/2024

Mark your calendar for Saturday evening! 6-8pm at the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center

09/02/2024

Happy Labor Day from Explore The Dalles! Enjoy your day off and make the most of it with some relaxation and adventure. We hope your day is filled with joy and fun!

08/30/2024

Friday night is prime rib night at Cousins! 🥩🍷 Join us for our delicious Prime Rib Dinner Special, served from 4pm to close. Pair it with your favorite drink from our saloon and kick off your weekend right.

08/30/2024

🇺🇸 Labor Day weekend extravaganza!

Join us this Labor Day Weekend for an unforgettable celebration featuring fantastic sales, live music, and a pop-up pizza party! Stovepipe Sourdough Pizzas will be on-site, expertly crafting delicious sourdough pizzas with a turnaround time of just minutes! You'll have a hot slice in hand to enjoy with your favorite wines in no time.

Event Highlights:

Live Music Performances:

Saturday, August 31: Walk Through Fire

Sunday, September 1: NBC & Friends

Monday, September 2: Megan Alder

Exclusive Sales:

Members: Enjoy 40% off mixed cases.

Guests: Enjoy 15% off mixed cases

Pop-up shop with Glass Musing

Make your reservations now!

08/29/2024

Looking for a way to savor this beautiful day in The Dalles? Why not visit one of our charming local wineries? Sip on exquisite wines, enjoy breathtaking views, and let the flavors of The Dalles delight your senses. It’s the perfect day to explore, taste, and unwind. Cheers to new adventures!

08/26/2024

We are delighted to announce that Cliff Barackman will give a lecture presentation on the year’s highlights from his work in his museum, The North American Bigfoot Center. This free event will be held in our auditorium on Saturday, September 7th at 6pm!

08/26/2024

Come see Piano Heist - Nico Rhodes & Patrick Courtin at The Civic Auditorium on Sept. 17! Tickets at Klindt's Booksellers and Stationers Lines of Designs-Clothing That Fits online at www.mccca.info or at the door. Season passes for all five concerts are also available online.

08/21/2024

Please join us Thursday for our next Movie in the Park showing at Thompson Park at dusk!
Hopefully the rain will stay away!
Concessions available! 🍦

We will post on Thursday afternoon if we have to cancel due to rain

Thanks to Adventist Health for sponsoring Movies in the Park!

08/21/2024

Don’t forget to join us Thursday evening for the Opening Celebration of our new exhibition “We believe in Sasquatch” with Cliff Barackman.

08/16/2024

08/15/2024

Join Columbia Gorge Discovery Center & Museum on Thursday August 22, 5:30 - 7:30 for an Opening Night Celebration with Cliff Barackman, Founding Director of the North American Bigfoot Museum. Free and open to the public.

08/15/2024

We're watching the weather forecast for Thursday evening to see if we still can have our Movie in the Park showing, it may be too windy. Please check back late on Thursday afternoon for an update.

We're excited to bring back this Robin Williams classic that is fun for the whole family!
Thompson Park at dusk
Concessions available! 🍦

Thanks to Adventist Health for sponsoring Movies in the Park!

08/15/2024

The Pat Travers Band is Still Rocking!! Come see them live at The Granada Theatre on August 18th! Tickets on sale at www.granadatheatrethedalles.com

08/15/2024

ONE WAY OUT - 8/17
Tickets at www.granadatheatrethedalles.com

Renowned percussionist BOBBY TORRES joins the band this night for this concert. Bobby performed at Woodstock and with SANTANA. He today, is a local staple in the Portland and beyond jazz scenes.

08/13/2024

Billy Bob Thornton and the Boxmasters return to The Granada Theatre, Thursday Sept. 12! Tickets are available at www.granadatheatrethedalles.com.

08/10/2024

Randy Haines has been the voice of the Columbia River Gorge for the past 40 years, broadcasting from Bicoastal Media's KACI 93.5FM in The Dalles. It's the commu

08/10/2024

Today August 10th and tomorrow Sunday 11th from 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM downtown Dufur is the Dufur Threshing Bee!

08/09/2024

Get ready for the weekend! The 31st Anniversary Cruise the Gorge kicks off tonight at 7pm. Tomorrow, August 10th, head to Sorosis Park for the Show in the Shade Car Show. End your day with NEON Nights at Lewis & Clark Festival Park. Doors open at 5pm, and the show starts at 6pm. Tickets are $10. For more details, visit the Mid-Columbia Car Club and NEON Nights websites.

08/09/2024

Join the crew today to celebrate Smokey Bear’s 80th Birthday at The Columbia Gorge Discovery Center in The Dalles from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. . This free event will include a visit from Smokey Bear, free food, fire engine tours, educational tables, and lots of fun! Cake cutting is at noon!!

𝑯𝒂𝒑𝒑𝒚 𝑩𝒊𝒓𝒕𝒉𝒅𝒂𝒚 𝑺𝒎𝒐𝒌𝒆𝒚 𝑩𝒆𝒂𝒓!!! 🥳 Smokey turns 80 today and after so many years in the business, he's a pro at wildfire prevention. Put your Smokey Hat on in honor of his birthday and help prevent the next large wildfire. Check local regulations, don't park over dry grass, and learn more wildfire prevention tips at keeporegongreen.org.

08/08/2024

Come on down to Thompson Park this evening, the movie begins at dusk on the grass south of the pool!
Concessions available from the pool snack bar!

Thanks to Adventist Health for sponsoring Movies in the Park!

08/08/2024

Who doesn't love bananas foster?

Join us for a laid back meet & greet with new Executive Director Ellen Woods Potter. Andy Nichols will be making his delicious bananas foster, while Jeff Carrell plays some tunes. Ice cream provided by Shannon's Ice Cream. Ellen is excited to get to know all of our members!

Not a member yet? Come check us out and enjoy the party!

RSVP: https://www.thedallesartcenter.org/events/going-bananas-for-tdac-1

08/08/2024