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Is there a special event in your future? McMinnville offers a wide variety of unique event venues sure to exceed your expectations and wow your guests. Whether you’re planning a wedding, a corporate meeting, a sporting event, or a private party in the heart of Oregon wine country, McMinnville is the perfect spot for your special occasion.
Nestled in the heart of Oregon’s wine country, on the native Kalapuya lands, you’ll find McMinnville, Oregon: a warm, inviting, and genuinely friendly destination. Whether it’s the nostalgic feeling of walking below the twinkle-light filled trees lining the historic downtown or enjoying some of the world’s best Pinot noir, you’re sure to experience the warmth of the people you’ll meet in McMinnville. Farm-to-table restaurants, shopping, wine tasting, arts and culture, and lodging experiences as welcoming as the town itself are waiting for you in McMinnville.
Oregon’s sparkling wine moment has arrived. On July 26, the inaugural Method Oregon Grand Tasting at Domaine Willamette will bring together the state’s top producers and industry trailblazers for a day of world-class bubbles, expert insights, and unforgettable tasting experiences in the heart of the Dundee Hills. Don’t miss your chance to sip, learn, and celebrate the rise of Oregon sparkling wine.
Just one hour southwest of Portland, in the heart of the Willamette Valley, McMinnville is a hidden gem that offers everything you could dream of for your perfect wine country wedding. From rolling vineyards and sweeping landscapes to the most charming main street lined with historic architecture, this enchanting town seamlessly blends rustic elegance with modern sophistication. Whether you envision an intimate gathering among the vines or a grand celebration at a luxurious event center, McMinnville provides the ideal backdrop for an unforgettable wedding experience.
McMinnville is a place for creatives – whether it’s the winemakers, the bakers, the farmers, the artists, the chefs or anyone else exploring what’s possible. A place that thrives on that creativity is bound to have places to stay that go beyond your average hotel room and McMinnville has plenty of options for visitors who want a place to end the day that’s as unique as they are.
Joe Paradise, Director of Hospitality at @hylandestates , is your guide to one of the most storied vineyards in the Willamette Valley. With vines planted in 1971 and a legacy rooted in collaboration, Hyland is where history, hospitality, and world-class wine come together. Stop by their tasting room and grab your Flavors of the Foothills Passport while you’re at it (link in bio for locations). ••• How it works: 🥂 Taste or purchase at a participating winery → Get a stamp 🍽️ Spend $25+ at a participating restaurant → Get a stamp 📍 Collect 5+ winery & 3+ restaurant stamps → Enter to win! Link in bio for all the details.
Oregon’s sparkling wine scene takes center stage July 26 at the inaugural @methodoregon Grand Tasting, hosted at @domainewillamette in the Dundee Hills. 🍾 The event features 50+ traditional method wines from 22 top wineries, gourmet bites, and a panel with industry leaders like Rollin Soles, Andrew Davis, and Kate Payne Brown, moderated by award-winning wine writer and educator @juliaconey . Read the full blog for details and ticket options. Click the link in bio.
Happy Earth Day from the heart of wine country. 🌎💚
For over 25 years, @cdtvineyard has been crafting estate-grown, organically farmed wines just outside downtown McMinnville—where good grapes, good people, and a whole lot of heart come together in every bottle. Grab a Flavors of the Foothills Passport (link in bio), stop by Coeur de Terre’s tasting room near downtown, and sip your way into site-driven wine. ••• How it works: 🥂 Taste or purchase at a participating winery → Get a stamp 🍽️ Spend $25+ at a participating restaurant → Get a stamp 📍 Collect 5+ winery & 3+ restaurant stamps → Enter to win! Click the link in bio for details!
Farm-fresh flavors meet craft brews at @goldenvalleybrewery_mac ! Since ‘93, this Third Street staple has been serving up house-brewed beer and locally sourced bites in a historic setting. Grab a burger, sip on a pint, and taste a piece of McMinnville history. 🍺
🌿 Fresh flavors are blooming in McMinnville! We’re thrilled to share that ōkta reopens May 3 as ōkta Farm and Kitchen with an all-new culinary and farm team bringing a seasonal, four-course menu to life—rooted at their regenerative farm in the Ribbon Ridge AVA. Spring’s bounty takes center stage in this debut menu, with dinner seatings available Fridays through Sundays starting at 5 PM. Follow @tributary.hotel for updates and to make reservations!
Contest closed: GIVEAWAY TIME!🏡 We’re one week away from the Solid Foundations Tour—and we’re celebrating with a very special giveaway: 4 tickets to the @solidfoundationstour + dinner for 4 at @nicksitaliancafe ! Here’s how to enter: •Follow @solidfoundationstour , @visitmcminnville , and @nicksitaliancafe •Tag 2 friends you’d explore historic McMinnville with OR leave a comment telling us why you want to go! Giveaway entry period ends April 17. Winner will be announced April 18. Tickets are still available—so even if you don’t win, you can still join the fun. Good luck!
Robert Brittan brings nearly 50 years of winegrowing experience to the Willamette Valley—and it shows. From vine to bottle, @brittanvineyards is rooted in precision and passion. Grab a Flavors of the Foothills Passport (link in bio for locations), stop by their tasting room near downtown, and experience the magic of site-driven wine and local flavor. ••• How it works: 🥂 Taste or purchase at a participating winery → Get a stamp 🍽️ Spend $25+ at a participating restaurant → Get a stamp 📍 Collect 5+ winery & 3+ restaurant stamps → Enter to win! Click the link in bio for details.