Wine Country Weekend
Here in Oregon wine country, Thanksgiving is a festive occasion that brings together friends and family, creating unforgettable moments as they raise their glasses in gratitude during the holiday season. Thanksgiving Wine Country Weekend invites enthusiasts to Tualatin Valley, the closest wine country to Portland, to savor the rich flavors of carefully selected wines.
Explore Tualatin Valley’s Wineries for the Holidays
Thanksgiving Wine Weekend is a long-standing tradition in Tualatin Valley and the greater Willamette Valley. This annual event features open houses at select Tualatin Valley’s wineries for a weekend of special tastings, new wine releases, special pairings and more. All wineries are closed Thanksgiving Day.
Special Events
3 Goats Vineyard Tasting Room | Saturday, November 29
Small Business Saturday will be a jam-packed, fun-filled day at 3 Goats Vineyard’s new downtown Hillsboro tasting room. They’ll be releasing two bold reds to the public: a 2023 Syrah and their very first reserve wine, 2021 Touriga Nacional. Also happening is a free pop-up event: “The Headliner Series,” featuring Southern Oregon winery Grit Cellars, local fantasy bookstore Hidden Worlds Bookstore, local bakery Sweet T Bakery and live acoustic guitar by a local musician. Reservations encouraged; walk-ins welcomed.
Alloro Vineyard | Friday, November 28 – Sunday, November 30
This Thanksgiving weekend, gather around the table in the warmth of Alloro’s Tasting House to celebrate the holiday. Chef Denali and her team will prepare a seasonal menu featuring hearty tagliatelle with estate-raised beef Bolognese, cozy celeriac soup, and chai masala panna cotta to finish. Each dish is thoughtfully crafted to pair beautifully with our estate wines, creating a feast that captures the spirit of the season. Settle in for an Estate Tasting flight or a bottle to share. Seats are limited and reservations are highly recommended.
Apolloni Vineyards | Saturday, November 29
Get into the cozy, holiday spirit at Apolloni Vineyards, where a live cellist will be performing from 1-4 p.m. Explore a tasting flight and enjoy curated wine packs (and mystery wine packs), perfect for holiday parties, dinners and gift giving.
Ardiri Winery and Vineyards | Saturday, November 29 and Sunday, November 30
Ardiri Winery ushers in the holiday season with a holiday tree lighting and Dickens Carolers (Saturday), as well as curated tastings and a featured wine of the month at discounted prices, just in time for holiday shopping. Reservations are required.
DAnu Wines | Friday, November 28 – Sunday, November 30
DAnu is holding a weekend of festivities at its tasting room in downtown Hillsboro. On Friday, enjoy live music from 45th Parallel, taste bold reds and chocolate pairings, indulge in mulled wine and cookies, and save with purchases of wine six packs and cases.
Dion Vineyard | Friday, November 28 and Saturday, November 29
Celebrate the Thanksgiving weekend at Dion Vineyard’s annual open house for the final weekend of their 2025 season. Enjoy 10-year-old library wine, a 2015 Pinot Noir at special 6-pack pricing, plus other end-of-lot pricing deals. Reservations are not required and walk-ins are welcome.
Patton Valley Wines | Friday, November 28 and Saturday, November 29
This year, Patton Valley Wines invites you to celebrate Thanksgiving at its new tasting room in downtown Forest Grove. Enjoy curated wine flights, new releases, 10% off 6 bottle purchases and 20% off case purchases.
Raptor Ridge Winery | Saturday, November 29 and Sunday, November 30
Raptor Ridge Winery is hosting the “Holiday Market in the Cellar.” Grab a glass and walk through the wine production area while you shop pottery, jewelry, visual arts, textiles, photography and more from 10 accomplished local artists. Perfect for holiday gifting. The market is free; reservations are highly recommended for tastings before or after shopping the market ($35 per person).
Rèsolu Cellars | Friday, November 28 and Saturday, November 29
Rèsolu Cellars is holding a “Roll out the Red: a Thanksgiving Weekend Affair” Thanksgiving weekend. Library tastings, curated flights, special wine bundles are just some of the experiences waiting to be enjoyed at this elevated tasting room experience at the Winery on 4th in historic downtown Hillsboro. Friday features LobsterDogs PNW, vertical flights and library wine. Saturday features artisan food pairings all day. Reservations are highly recommended.
(Please check this page often, as more wineries and more information about offerings will be added as more details are announced.)
Wineries Open Thanksgiving Weekend
Most of Tualatin Valley’s wineries are also open during Thanksgiving weekend (closed Thanksgiving Day). Reservations may be required; please check individual wineries for reservations and information.
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Stay safe this Thanksgiving holiday. Please don’t drink and drive.