SPARC Self Advocacy Meeting & Potluck (Monmouth)
2026-07-22 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | PCL Administrative Office, 480 Main St. East, Monmouth, OR, 97361, United States
Join SPARC (Self Protection, Advocacy and Rights Council) for an evening of community, connection, and advocacy on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at the PCL Administrative Office (Columbia Room) in Monmouth.

The event kicks off with a BBQ favorites potluck from 5:30–6:30 PM, followed by the SPARC meeting from 6:30–7:30 PM. Bring a dish to share and enjoy good food while connecting with others who are passionate about self-advocacy and community inclusion.
A virtual option is also available for the meeting portion beginning at 6:30 PM via Google Meet (access may be limited).
All are welcome! Come learn, share, and support SPARC’s work empowering individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities.

Salem Fun Fridays (Salem)
2026-07-24 16:00 - 19:00
July 24 | 4-7pm | This is a community resource event full of resource tables, activities and food!
Friday, July 24 | Saint Edwards Church: 5303 River Rd N, Keizer OR 97303

People First of Corvallis Self-Advocacy Meeting (Corvallis)
2026-07-24 17:00 - 18:00 | Corvallis Community Center, 2601 NW Tyler Ave, Corvallis, OR, 97330, United States
Join People First of Corvallis, a welcoming and inclusive self-advocacy group for individuals in the intellectual and developmental disabilities community. This monthly meeting provides a safe space to connect, share experiences, build skills, and advocate for positive change together.
Meetings are held on the fourth Friday of each month from 5:00–6:00 PM at the Corvallis Community Center (Oak Room), 2601 NW Tyler Ave. The space is ADA accessible, and snacks and drinks are provided.
Come learn, connect, and make your voice heard!

Clatsop Community BBQ (Warrenton)
2026-07-26 10:00 - 14:00 | Cullaby Lake County Park, 89990 Hawkins RD, Warrenton, Oregon, 97146
Join the I/DD Community in Clatsop County for a fun, welcoming day at Cullaby Lake North Shelter!

This free, all-ages event features a BBQ lunch, music by DJ Ben Johnson, lawn and cornhole games, ice cream, snow cones, and opportunities to connect with individuals, families, service providers, and community organizations. Come together to enjoy good food, build relationships, and celebrate the local I/DD community. Sunday, July 26, 10:00 AM–2:00 PM.

Food Truck & Friendship Festival (Salem)
2026-07-28 17:00 - 19:00 | Beehive Station, 1510 Fabry Rd SE, Salem, OR
Join NeuroNavigations Northwest for an evening of food, fun, and connection at the Food Truck & Friendship Festival! Designed for neurodivergent individuals and the I/DD community, this welcoming event features delicious food truck options, games, raffles, and opportunities to make new friends in an inclusive environment. General admission is free, with games and raffle tickets available for purchase on-site.

Benton County Fair and Rodeo
2026-07-29 - 2026-08-01
July 29-August 1 | Come enjoy the Benton County Fair and Rodeo!
Learn More: Benton County Fair

Yamhill County Fair & Rodeo (McMinnville)
2026-07-29 - 2026-08-01 | Yamhill County Fair, 2070 NE Lafayette Ave, McMinnville, OR, 97128
“Thrills, Squeals, Ferris Wheels!”
Come to Yamhill County for the Oregon’s Oldest Fair! Visit the website for more information.

Tillamook County Fair
2026-08-05 - 2026-08-08
August 5-8 | Come enjoy the Tillamook County Fair!
Learn More: Tillamook County Fair

Polk County Fair (Dallas)
2026-08-05 - 2026-08-08 | Polk County Fairgrounds, 520 S Pacific Hwy W, Rickreall, OR
Experience the excitement of the Polk County Fair, August 5–8, 2026! Enjoy livestock shows, animal demonstrations, contests, youth exhibits, presentations, dog agility demonstrations, auctions, and family-friendly activities hosted by local 4‑H and FFA members. Fairgrounds open to the public beginning August 5, with events taking place throughout the week. Check the full schedule for daily activities and special events.

Hagg Lake Day (Gaston)
2026-08-07 11:00 - 16:00 | Hagg Lake, 50250 SW Scoggins Valley Rd. (Boat Ramp C), Gaston, Oregon
Join Essential Services for a day of fun in the sun! This event is open to everyone in the I/DD community and is free to attend, but please note that there is a $7.00 fee to enter Henry Hagg Lake. Please RSVP using the website link.

Clatsop County Picnic (Warrenton)
2026-08-07 12:00 - 15:00 | Cullaby Lake County Park, 89990 Hawkins RD, Warrenton, Oregon, 97146
Clatsop County Friendship Connection | August 7 from 12 to 3pm
Join us for fun in the sun at Cullaby Lake! Contact your PA for more information.
Cullaby Lake: 89990 Hawkins Road, Warrenton, OR

Karaoke with Beach Buddies (Depoe Bay)
2026-08-11 16:00 - 18:00 | Depoe Bay Community Hall, 220 SE Bay St., Depoe Bay, OR, United States
Join Beach Buddies for monthly Karaoke with Friends! Are you ready to unleash your inner pop star? Channel your inner Taylor Swift, Justin Timberlake, Whitney Houston, or Michael Jackson? Open to adults of all abilities, 18 and older.

SPARC Self-Advocacy Meeting-Regatta Park Picnic (Lincoln City)
2026-08-12 15:00 - 16:30 | ISN Lincoln Office, 820 SE Highway 101, Suite D, Lincoln City, OR, 97367
Join Lincoln County SPARC (Self Protection, Advocacy and Rights Council) for a welcoming and informative self-advocacy meeting. This month we will be having a picnic and fun at Regatta Park! This gathering is a great opportunity to connect, learn, and share your voice in your community.
A virtual option is also available, making it easy to participate from anywhere: https://meet.google.com/jtq-uvrc-jxe or dial (US) +1 352-537-8046 PIN: 859 472 124#
Attendees are invited to bring a favorite snack to share for a fun potluck-style gathering.
Everyone is welcome – come be part of the conversation and support self-advocacy in Lincoln County!

Back to the 80s BBQ (McMinnville)
2026-08-14 11:00 - 13:00 | Discovery Meadows Community Park, 1300 SW Cypress Ln, McMinnville, OR, 97128, United States
Yamhill County Friendship Connection | August 14 from 11am to 1pm
Join ISN & RCO for a “Back to the 80s” Summer BBQ! Hamburgers, hotdogs, sides and drinks provided. Enjoy facepainting, a cake walk, music and rock painting. 80s apparel encouraged – show us your best 80s hair and outfits!
Contact your Personal Agent to register for this event. Please ensure provider is present if supports will be needed.
Discovery Meadows Park in McMinnville: 1300 SW Cypress Ln, McMinnville, OR

Karaoke Night (Salem)
2026-08-14 18:00 - 20:00 | Broadway Commons, 1300 Broadway St. NE, Salem, OR, 97301, United States
Inclusive Karaoke Night

This is a free Karaoke Night. Pizza, light snacks and beverages will be provided for attendees. There will be games and tables to sit at as well.
Location: 1300 Broadway St NE – Salem, OR 97301

Spellers and Typers Advocacy Summit (Mulino)
2026-08-15 10:00 - 15:00
Seen. Heard. Believed. – Spellers & Typers Advocacy Summit

Join the Autism Mustang Alliance for a powerful day of connection, empowerment, and advocacy at the Spellers & Typers Advocacy Summit. This event centers the voices of nonspeaking, minimally speaking, and unreliably speaking autistic individuals, providing a space to advocate for the right to be understood, supported, and fully included.
Curated and directed by a nonspeaking autistic advocate and writer, the summit offers opportunities to learn, connect, and uplift self-advocacy in a supportive and inclusive environment. Free registration is available for autistic individuals and their support people.
Be part of a meaningful gathering focused on ensuring every voice is seen, heard, and believed.
Visit website for more information: www.autismmustangalliance.org

Fun with Legos! (Salem)
2026-08-16 11:30 - 13:30 | IKEBOX, 299 Cottage Street NE, Salem, Oregon, 97301
This is a fun afternoon to come build a project with Legos (which you get to take home and keep). Legos and light snacks/drinks will be provided.
Date: Sunday, August 16th, 2026
Time: 11:30am – 1:30pm
Location: IKEBOX – 299 Cottage Street NE Salem, Oregon 97301
Must register using website link provided.

Seabirds Walk (Newport)
2026-08-18 13:30 - 15:30 | Yaquina Head Lighthouse, 750 NW Lighthouse Dr., Newport, OR, 97365, United States
Join Beach Buddies for a fun guided walk. Look for & learn about seabirds at Yaquina Head Lighthouse. Must register. Open to adults of all abilities 18 and older.

POG Virtual Meeting
2026-08-20 10:00 - 12:00
August 20 from 10am – 12pm | POG Virtual Meeting – Contact your PA for the link to join.

Dance Now! (Seaside)
2026-08-20 14:00 - 16:00 | Bob Chisholm Community Center, 1225 Avenue A, Seaside, OR, 97138, United States
Join for an afternoon of music, movement, and fun at Dance Now! This free, inclusive event is designed for people with disabilities (high school age and older). Enjoy dancing and community in a welcoming space with a beach-themed celebration. Held on the third Thursday of the month at the Bob Chisholm Community Center in Seaside.

Field Day - Family Day at the Park (Salem)
2026-08-20 15:00 - 17:00 | River Road Park, 3045 River Rd N, Salem, OR, 97303
Come spend a fun day at the park (All are welcome)!

The Connections Club hosts a day at the park, sponsored by Alliance Services. Fun activities, arts and crafts, food, drinks, and dessert provided.
Covered area with picnic tables next to easy access parking, a splash pad, and a playground.

Bowling at The Rec (Keizer)
2026-08-21 16:00 - 19:00 | The REC, 3500 River Rd N Suite 1, Keizer, OR, 97303, United States
Join Essential Services at their monthly bowling night at The REC in Keizer! This event is open to everyone in the I/DD community and is completely free to attend. Please RSVP using the website link.

Dinner and a Movie (St Helens)
2026-08-23 16:30 - 18:30 | St. Helens Community Center, 2625 Gable Rd., St. Helens, OR, 97051, United States
Come enjoy a fun evening while meeting others and making connections.
Projector showing: Super Mario Galaxy (2026)
Dinner: Pizza, Many Snacks Options, Water, Apple Juice, and Capri Sun
Other Activities: Crafts, Coloring, Scratch Art, Legos
Sensory Space with Bean Bags, Comfy Chairs, Weighted Plush, and Fidgets
Location: St. Helens Community Center – 2625 Gable Rd, St Helens, OR 97051

Field Day - Family Day at the Park (Newberg)
2026-08-24 15:00 - 17:00 | Jaquith Park, 1215 N Main St., Newberg, OR, 97132, United States
Come spend a fun day at the park (All are welcome)!

Hosted by The Connections Club and sponsored by Alliance Services. Fun activities, arts and crafts, food, drinks, and dessert provided.
Covered area with picnic tables next to easy access parking and a playground. Please RSVP using the website link provided.

Oregon COAAST Self-Advocacy Meeting (Virtual)
2026-08-25 13:30 - 14:30 | Virtual
Join Oregon COAAST Network’s Self-Advocacy Group, a welcoming monthly meet-up for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families. Held every third Tuesday from 1:30–2:30 PM, this group offers a supportive space to connect, share experiences, and build self-advocacy skills. Parents are encouraged to attend with youth ages 13 and under. Registration is required, and Spanish-language services are available.

Oregon State Fair (Salem)
2026-08-28 - 2026-09-07 | Oregon State Fairgrounds, 2330 17th St NE, Salem, OR, 97301, United States
Fun for All & All for Fun!

Find your fun with family, friends, (and friends you haven’t met yet) right here in Salem, at the Oregon State Fair.
Yes! The Oregon State Fair is almost here, and this year, the “Big Tent” is wider than ever! From the deep roots of our 4-H traditions to the cutting-edge thrills of our newest attractions we’ve created a space where every Oregonian belongs.
As we honor America’s 250th anniversary, we’re celebrating the freedom to gather, to compete, and to play. And whether you’re here for the high-energy hangouts, the upleveled fair eats, or the affordable big-name concerts that define your summer, you are the heartbeat of this celebration.

Beach Dance Party (Lincoln City)
2026-08-28 12:00 - 15:00 | Taft Waterfront Park, 822 SW 51st St., Lincoln City, OR, 97367, United States
JOIN BEACH BUDDIES & SPARC FOR A FUN AFTERNOON IN TAFT FOR A DANCE PARTY • CORN HOLE • MUSIC • PIZZA EMPHASIZING ADVOCACY AND ACCESSIBILITY AT OUR BEACHES. THIS IS A FREE EVENT OPEN TO ADULTS 18 AND OVER. Please register.

Essential Services Prom (McMinnville)
2026-08-28 16:00 - 19:00 | Evergreen Lodge, 630 NE Captain Michael King Smith Way, McMinnville, OR, 97128
Step into a magical evening where fairy tales come to life at Essential Services’ 4th Annual Prom! This event is completely free and open to everyone in the I/DD community. Whether you arrive dressed as royalty, your favorite fairy tale character, or simply your favorite outfit, everyone is welcome to celebrate! Come dance the night away, vote for your 2026 Royal Court, and make new friends.
Finger foods and beverages will be served. Please RSVP using the website link provided.

Corvallis Area Resource Event (Corvallis)
2026-09-15 10:00 - 14:00 | Corvallis Public Library, 645 NW Monroe Ave, Corvallis, OR, 97330, United States
September 15 | 10am-2pm
This resource fair is open to all, located at the Corvallis-Benton Public Library. Learn More: Corvallis Area Resource Event (CARE)

Shine! Prom - "An Evening in Paris" (Newberg)
2026-09-18 18:00 - 20:00 | Northwest Christian Church, 2315 Villa Road, Newberg, OR, 97132, United States
Step into the charm and romance of the City of Light at Shine’s Evening in Paris! Guests enter the venue on a red carpet with their buddy for the evening, and will be treated to dinner, flowers, hair and makeup, photos, limo rides, karaoke, dinner, dancing, and more! Dress up in your best outfit and join us for a night to remember! It’s all free! (For guests 14 and older with special needs.)
Visit the website like provided for more information and to register.
