Elkhorn Relay returns Aug. 8, 2026
Sat., Aug. 8, 2026, 5 a.m. at Hilgard Junction State Park; 80.6-mile, six-person relay. Registration closes July 11.
Evan Humphry
This Week’s Events and News: July 6–12, 2026
A weekly roundup of La Grande Loop events for the next seven days.
La Grande City Council Votes to Send Gas Tax Measure to Voters
The La Grande City Council voted 4-2 Wednesday, July 1st to send a proposed 5-cent-per-gallon gas tax with a 5 year sunset clause to voters in November
Bat Night Out at Heritage Pond Education Center
Saturday, July 18, 8–9:15 p.m. at Heritage Pond Education Center. Free all-ages family event with charcoal-making, s’mores and bats.
RISE BBQ Bash at Riverside Park
Tuesday, August 18, 11 a.m.–2 p.m. at Riverside Park in La Grande. Games, lunch and raffle prizes.
La Grande Farmers Market — Tuesdays
Tuesdays, 3–6 p.m., May 9–October 17, 2026 at Max Square, 4th and Adams in downtown La Grande.
La Grande Farmers Market — Saturdays
Saturdays, 9 a.m.–noon, May 9–October 17, 2026 at Max Square, 4th and Adams in downtown La Grande.