How do I get a marriage license in McMinnville? To get married in the state of Oregon, you’ll need to acquire a marriage license before the marriage ceremony. All the details on licenses and Oregon marriage laws can be found here. Read Article
Do I need a hotel room block and how do I negotiate one? Room blocks are generally comprised of 10 or more hotel rooms reserved for guests of your wedding and can be negotiated, particularly with larger properties, at 10% to 40% off retail room prices depending on the season. Room blocks save you time, money, and stress, and pricing is usually most flexible during the shoulder season… Read Article
I’m dreaming of a winery and vineyard wedding. Does McMinnville have many wineries willing to accommodate wedding ceremonies and receptions? McMinnville is the ideal location for couples looking to wed at a winery or vineyard, and in fact, over 250 wineries are within a 20 minute drive from historic 3rd street. Each winery has their own policy for hosting wedding ceremonies and receptions, but no matter which you select for your big day, staying in… Read Article
When is the best time of year to get married in McMinnville? There truly isn’t a wrong time to travel to McMinnville and Oregon Wine Country. Our rolling hills and vineyards, scenic vistas, and hidden escapes are gorgeous year-round but the most popular time for wine country weddings is typically May – October. Couples looking for more affordable venue and accommodation rates will delight in offerings in… Read Article
Can you make recommendations for group activities, transportation, and meals for my group? Absolutely – that’s why we’re here! We are happy to help you craft an unforgettable meeting or conference that stands out from the usual ballroom-and-florescent-lighting scenario. McMinnville has so much to offer business travelers. Start a conversation today to start crafting a truly unique itinerary. Read Article
I’m planning a business conference and want my guests to meet and stay in the same location. What are my options in McMinnville? McMinnville is a charming community that offers a tapestry of event venues and hotels, bed and breakfasts, and short-term rentals centered around a walkable downtown. Though we don’t have a large corporate hotel and meeting space in McMinnville, we think that’s a strength allowing the events, meetings, and conferences that happen here to be truly… Read Article
I would like to learn more about annual events and happenings in McMinnville. Where should I look? That’s great! McMinnville has a thriving events, arts, and culture scene. Check out our event calendar to see upcoming community engagement opportunities. Want to add your event to the calendar? Send us an email. Read Article
I’ve already settled on McMinnville for my event and need help planning the logistics. Can Visit McMinnville help me? Thanks for choosing McMinnville for your upcoming event! While we’re more than happy to recommend venues and vendors for you to check out, make connections to the people you’ll want to know in town, and help connect you to event marketing and promotion opportunities, we are not a full service event agency and therefore don’t… Read Article
I’m considering planning an event in McMinnville. How can Visit McMinnville help me get started? We’d love to help! While Visit McMinnville’s core mission is to market and promote the town, our Group Sales department helps both formal event planners and non-professionals make their event happen by recommending local venues and vendors that meet their needs. In addition, we’re a great resource for helping to add value to your and… Read Article
Where is the Willamette Valley? Oregon’s Willamette Valley stretches from Portland at the north past Eugene to the south. It is bordered on three sides by mountain ranges: the Coast Range on the west, the Cascade Range on the East, and the Calapooya Range on the South. The Willamette River and its tributaries run through the entire valley, which makes… Read Article