Curious about other events in the area?
Check out these community calendars!
Curious about other events in the area?
Check out these community calendars!
Curious about other events in the area?
Check out these community calendars!
Image courtesy of the Heritage Museum
ABOUT
Independence is famous for being the historic hop capital of the world. The Hop & Heritage Festival continues to celebrate our community's hop history!
Concentrated in Downtown Independence, the Hop & Heritage Festival showcases Independence's unique heritage and vibrant community.
The festival is a family friendly event. You can look forward to live music, a cornhole tournament, craft beer and soda, hop history, and more!
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THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS:
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2024 Hop & Heritage Map
2024 Hop & Heritage Schedule
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Gratitude BBQ (September 20, 6 PM – 8 PM): Kick off the festival with a community BBQ to thank the volunteers and celebrate the spirit of Independence. The Heritage Museum will also host a special board for attendees to share memories and recognize those who have made a difference in the community. Online ticket purchases are closed, please buy ticket at the gate.​​
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Hophead Hundred Bike Ride (September 21, 9 AM – 12 PM): Ride through the scenic backcountry roads and hop farms of Independence in this annual fundraiser for the Oregon MTB League. With views of the Coast and Cascades mountain ranges, the race is a highlight for cycling enthusiasts.
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Elk's Lodge Garage Sale (September 21, 9AM - 3PM): Check out the Elk's Lodge downtown at 289 S Main Street in Independence for a massive garage sale. Proceeds benefit local charities and organizations supported by the Elk's.
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Live Entertainment (September 21, 12 PM – 8 PM): Enjoy a full day of live music on the Main Stage and Heritage Stage, featuring local talent and tribute bands. From classic rock to 90s hits, there’s something for everyone.
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Vendor Marketplace (September 21, 12 PM – 7 PM): Explore over 70 vendors offering food, art, and handcrafted goods. Don’t miss the Young Entrepreneurs Plaza, where aspiring young business owners showcase their creations.
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Historic and Modern Farm Equipment Exhibit (September 21, 12 PM – 8 PM): Discover the evolution of agriculture with a display of vintage and modern farming equipment, highlighting the innovations that have shaped the industry.
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Hop Head Hundred
The "Hop Head Hundred" begins and ends in historic Independence, Oregon, once known as the "Hop Capital of the World." Riders traverse scenic backcountry roads with views of the Coast and Cascades, passing active hop farms and crossing the Willamette River via the iconic Buena Vista Ferry.
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Presented by Pacific Source Insurance, this annual event supports the Oregon MTB League, a non-profit organization fostering youth development in mountain biking for 6th-12th graders across the state. Founded in 2017 as part of the National Interscholastic Cycling Association (NICA), the league emphasizes participation, camaraderie, and positive sporting behavior over competition for more than 300 youth athletes.
Young Entrepreneurs
The Independence Downtown Association loves celebrating and supporting our community's young entrepreneurs. We will be providing youth with an opportunity to exhibit and sell their own creations at the festival. Spots are limited, register today!
Online registration is closed.
Please register the day of the event by 12:45PM at the info booth.
2024 CORNHOLE TOURNAMENT
Time: 12PM Registration/Bags fly at 1PM
Tournament Information: The tournament is open to anyone 21 years and older. Space is limited to 16 teams of two. All entries will be processed in order of receipt and subject to availability. The tournament bracket will be selected randomly by event organizers. Bags fly, rain or shine.
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How to Enter and Fees: Register online or the day of the tournament. $30 per team. Winner gets half the entry fee, the other half helps to support the Hop & Heritage Festival.
Interested in a cornhole board sponsorship? Click here.
Jeep Car Show
Join us for a Jeep Car Show featuring classic and custom models, showcasing rugged designs and adventurous spirit. Perfect for Jeep enthusiasts and families alike! The Jeep Car Show is new to the festival this year, but it hearkens from days of yore. This event is sponsored by Valerie Olsen of State Farm insurance, and is sure to be a big hit!
Hop & Heritage Vendors
We have over 70 vendors participating in the festival!
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All vendor spots are filled for 2024.
Hop & Heritage Sponsors
The community supports the festival in many different ways, but without our official sponsors, much of what we offer wouldn't be possible - thank you to those who financially support the Hop & Heritage Festival!
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