“Fair,” as those who attend regularly call it, began in 1969 as a simple fundraiser for an alternative school. But over the last 56 years, it has turned into a veritable Oregon institution. Its ...

The 56th annual Oregon Country Fair kicks off July 11 and tickets are selling quickly. The fair is touted as a celebration of art, music, earth and family where attendees are encouraged to dress with ...

So many features of the Oregon Country Fair set it apart from what you may envision for a festival. One scene that encapsulates its differences: the marching band. Twice a day, a 40-piece band (named ...