(The Dalles, Oregon) February 24, 2023 – The 42nd Northwest Cherry Festival is a longtime favorite among locals and visitors alike, the festival is set in the spectacular Columbia River Gorge and showcases The Dalles’ deep agricultural heritage and Western roots. The Dalles Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce the theme this year will be “Homegrown Happiness”! Think back to a simpler time when family, friends, and home were the cornerstones of our lives. “Homegrown Happiness” can mean something different for everyone. Think sock hops, rock n’ roll, poodle skirts, and leather jackets!
The 42nd Northwest Cherry Festival will be three days of family fun all throughout The Dalles Friday, April 21st through Sunday, April 23rd. Enjoy a carnival by Rainier Amusements, the Gorge’s largest parade, Teddy Bear Run, ABATE Poker Run, Community Fair, a Little Royals Contest, Cherry Trail, Pie Eating Contest, and more.
Be a Sweetheart Sponsor for the Cherry Festival and get your organization noticed. The Cherry Festival is our biggest community event and the perfect opportunity to get your brand noticed. Sponsorships are going fast so contact us today and see how you can help support this beloved local event and get your business recognized. There is a sponsorship level for everyone!
Applications for the parade, sponsorship, vendor market, Little Royals Contest, and more will be available online at NorthwestCherryFestival.com. You can also pick up paper applications at The Dalles Chamber 404 West 2nd Street, The Dalles. Monday through Friday from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm.
For more information on the 42nd Northwest Cherry Festival events, visit NorthwestCherryFestival.com, call The Dalles Chamber at 541-296-2231, or email [email protected].