2026 CALENDAR OF EVENTS
The Newell Pioneer Village Team has planned some wonderful events for you to join. Descriptions of all events are listed below.
Apr 25 (3:00 – 5:00) – Queen of Hearts Mystery Tea * ~ SOLD OUT! Email to be added to the Waitlist
May 2 (2:00 – 4:00) – Founders’ Day Chili Cook-off
Jun 13 (1:00 – 3:00) – Spring Regency Tea *
Jul 4 (1:00 – 4:00) – Old Fashioned Fourth of July – Celebrating America’s 250th!
Sep 19 (11:00 – 4:00) – Village Faire
Oct 17 & 24 (TBA – Sunset) – Spooky History Tours *
Nov 21 & 22 (1:00 – 3:00) – Harvest Dinner *
Dec 5 (3:30pm – 6:00pm) – Candlelight Tours
Dec 11 & 12 (1:00pm – 3:00pm) – Yuletide Tea *
Keep watching this page for more details about each of these wonderful events and we look forward to seeing you soon!
* Events requiring advance reservations
Saturday, April 25 | 3:00pm to 5:00pm
Queen of Hearts Mystery – A Very Curious Tea
You are cordially invited to step into Wonderland for an afternoon unlike any other!
Join us inside the historic cabin at Newell Pioneer Village as it transforms into a whimsical tea setting filled with curious characters, delightful treats, and a mystery that must be solved… The Queen of Hearts has baked her famous tarts… and someone has eaten them.
As you enjoy a beautifully presented afternoon tea, familiar figures will visit your table, share their stories, and leave behind clues. Work together with fellow guests to piece together the evidence, sort through red herrings, and uncover the truth before the Queen demands justice.
$36 per guest | Seating is limited and advance reservations are required
SOLD OUT! Email to be added to waitlist
Saturday, May 2 | 2:00pm to 4:00pm
Founders Day Chili Cook-off
Fire up your appetite and cast your vote! In honor of the historic 1843 Champoeg vote that shaped Oregon’s future, we’re settling things the old-fashioned way — with a chili cook-off. Come taste, judge, and celebrate the spirit of Oregon’s founding. All are welcome!
Think your chili is the best in the west? Email newell.events@oregondar.org to register your chili and find out!
$5 admission (includes chili tastings)
Saturday, June 13 | 3:00pm to 5:00pm
Spring Regency Tea
Promenade into the Regency era for an afternoon of elegance and charm. Enjoy tea and refreshments, period entertainment, and the romance of a bygone age set against the backdrop of our historic village. Regency attire warmly encouraged.
$36 per guest | Seating is limited and advance reservations are required.
**Tickets available soon!**
Saturday, July 4 | 1:00 to 4:00pm
Old Fashioned Fourth of July – America’s 250th!
Celebrate America’s 250th Independence Day the pioneer way! Enjoy a classic, wholesome Fourth with live music, patriotic fun, games from a bygone era, and the warm community spirit of a simpler time. A perfect family outing for the holiday.
Free for All and Family Friendly!
Saturday, September 19th | 11:00am–3:00pm
Village Faire
A lively celebration of heritage crafts, pioneer skills, and community. Browse handmade goods, watch artisans at work, and enjoy a festive autumn afternoon exploring everything the village has to offer.
Free for All and Family Friendly!
October 17 & 24 | At Sunset
Spooky History Tours
As the sun sets over the village, the stories get a little darker. Join us for a lantern-lit tour of Newell Pioneer Village’s most haunting history. Advance tickets are required — and sell out fast!
Tickets are limited, and advance reservations are required.
**Tickets available closer to event date.**
November 21 & 22 | 1:00pm to 3pm
Harvest Dinner
Gather around the table and give thanks pioneer style. This warm, seasonal dinner celebrates the bounty of the harvest with hearty food, good company, and the timeless traditions of Oregon’s early settlers.
Tickets are limited, and advance reservations are required.
**Tickets available closer to event date.**
Saturday, Dec 5 | 3:30pm to 6:00pm
Candlelight Tour
As dusk falls, the village glows with candlelight and holiday magic. Stroll through our historic buildings beautifully lit for the season and experience the quiet wonder of a pioneer Christmas. Experiences include crafting a graham cracker house, making a corn husk doll, stringing a popcorn and cranberry garland, and so much more!
Free for All, Family Friendly!
Dec 11 & 12 | 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Yuletide Tea
Toast to the season with a festive holiday tea in the heart of the village. Enjoy seasonal treats, warm drinks, and the cozy charm of a Victorian-inspired Yuletide celebration to close out the year.
Tickets are limited, and advance reservations are required.
**Tickets available closer to event date.**
HOLD YOUR NEXT EVENT AT NEWELL PIONEER VILLAGE
We have multiple locations on property for your event needs… picnics, reunions, parties,
baby/wedding showers, luncheons, meetings, celebrations of life, team events… the possibilities are endless!
For more information visit our Other Event Rentals page or email Events Coordinator.