Upcoming Events
Join us for these special events in the Eola-Amity Hills!
This is a partial list based on what is submitted to our organization. Be sure to join the mailing lists and social media of your favorite wineries for regular event invitations.
Equinox in the Eola-Amity Hills
Produced and hosted by the Eola-Amity Hills Winegrowers Association
An Exceptional Celebration of Food & Wine
30+ Wineries | Local Cuisine | Wine Shop
Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 4 PM – 8 PM
Premier Entry Admission: 4pm – 8pm
General Admission Access: 5pm – 8pm
Zenith Vineyard, 5657 Zena Rd NW, Salem, OR 97304
Ticket Levels
General Admission: Price To Be Announced
Premier Entry Admission: Price To Be Announced
With Premier Entry Admission, you can beat the crowd and enjoy one additional hour of early access with a limited number of guests before general admission. Enjoy priority parking and first access to wine tasting, small bites from local restaurants, and our wine shop.
Participating Wineries
To Be Announced
Caterers & Sponsors
To Be Announced
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We throw some awesome events in the Eola-Amity Hills. Please join our mailing list and check back soon!
Check out these events hosted by our members
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Ugly Sweater Party
Saturday December 20th
11am-5pm
Brooks Wine
Join us for our Ugly Christmas Sweater weekend! Our favorite sweater will win a $50 Brooks gift card. Our regular food menu, wine flights, and wines by the glass and bottle will be available for purchase.
A Table of Taste: A Non-Alcoholic Dinner & Wine Pairing Experience
Friday January 9th
6-9pm
Brooks Winery
Kick off Sip & Savor weekend with a curated four-course family-style dinner celebrating the craft of non-alcoholic beverages. Chef Chauncey Roach and collaborative Chef Jason French, have designed a seasonal menu featuring items from our garden, paired with a selection of non-alcoholic wines.
Beyond Proof: The Art & Soul of Non-Alcoholic Craft Beverage
Saturday January 10th
12-5pm
Brooks Winery
Spend the day exploring the craftsmanship, flavor, and creativity behind non-alcoholic wines, kombuchas, teas, beers, spirits, and more. Mingle with producers, sommeliers, authors and beverage innovators while enjoying tastings, panel discussions, book signings and interactive experiences that celebrate balance, artistry, and connection.
A Toast to the Weekend: Brunch & Non-Alcoholic Pairings
Sunday January 11th
11am-5pm
Brooks Winery
Cap off the weekend with a celebratory brunch curated by Chef Chauncey Roach, featuring a seasonal menu with four additional crafted items paired with non-alcoholic wines. Guests can also enjoy our regular menu items and full wine offerings, along with a welcome pour of a refreshing NA mimosa. Savor flavors, connect with fellow attendees, and raise a glass to a weekend of mindful enjoyment.
$20 per person | $30 with pairing
Painting & Pinot
Thursday January 15th
6-9pm
Brooks Winery
Every third Thursday of the month come and enjoy various activities from cooking classes to trivia night, to paint & sips, we are excited to host fun activities for you to enjoy! This month join Amanda from Soul Seeds, the artist behind our dried plant Ouroboros, as she walks us through some dried floral art piece making and sup away on delicious Brooks Wine.
Wine & Seafood Fest
Saturday January 24th
11am-5pm
Brooks Winery
IT’s back!! Brooks welcomes you to join us for our very own Wine & Seafood Fest. Oysters, seafood tower, crab, shrimp cocktail and other special items will be on the menu for this weekend only- featuring the new release on a fan favorite, 2023 Ridgecrest Riesling.
Brooks Wine Lab: Love is Blind
Thursday February 5th
6-9pm
Brooks Winery
Close your eyes, sniff, sip, and let your senses guide you. Taste wines blind and try to identify the notes of fruit, floral, and spice. It’s a fun, eye-opening exercise that sharpens your palate and engages the senses.
Tailgating Party
Sunday February 8th
11am-5pm
Brooks Winery
Join us at Brooks for a Super Bowl Sunday tailgate celebration! Get game-day ready with a special menu of tailgating bites in addition to our regular menu offerings. Reservations are highly recommended.
Rosé Release Weekend
Wednesday February 11th
11am-5pm
Brooks Winery
Rosé all weekend! Join us to celebrate the release of our highly anticipated 2025 Rosé! Enjoy a complimentary taste of our Rosé Pinot Noir paired with a complimentary bite. There will also be a special pairing dish available for purchase. Reservations are highly recommended.
Valentine’s Day Dinner
Saturday February 14th
6-9pm
Brooks Winery
Join us at Brooks on Valentine’s Day for a romantic four-course wine-pairing dinner! There will, of course, be decadent dishes, candlelight, roses, and sparkling wine. Bring your partner or invite your girls for a Galentine’s night out!
Galentine’s Day Brunch
Sunday February 15th
11am-5pm
Brooks Winery
Grab your girls and meet us at Brooks to celebrate the love of friendship with our Galentine’s Day Brunch! Special brunch menu items in addition to our regular seasonal menu will be available as well as special pours and sweet treats.
Brooks Wine Lab: Blend Battle Lab
Thursday March 5th
6-9pm
Brooks Winery
Step into the winemaker’s shoes. Experiment by combining base wines to create your own blend, then taste how your creation compares to Brooks’ finished cuveés. Friendly competition makes it playful and engaging.
Release Weekend: Cahiers Riesling
Friday March 13th
11am-5pm
Brooks Winery
Join us to celebrate the release of our highly anticipated 2023 Cahiers Riesling! Enjoy a complimentary taste paired with a complimentary bite. There will also be a special pairing dish available for purchase.
Spring Equinox Dinner
Friday March 20th
6-9pm
Brooks Winery
Celebrate the arrival of Spring with a family-style wine-paired dinner featuring season ingredients sourced locally and from the Brooks Estate Garden. This new tradition at Brooks follows a supper club format with communal seating in our tasting room. Come hungry, thirsty, and ready to make new friends!
Pinot & Puppies
Monday March 23rd
11am-5pm
Brooks Winery
What pairs better with Pinot than Snuggling Puppies? Nothing. Join us and the Newberg Animal Shelter on National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day for our adoption event!
Shannon Class: Garden Vision Board
Friday March 27th
5:30-7:30pm
Brooks Winery
Our talented gardener Shannon welcomes you to join her for her Vision Board Class! Come and sip some wine while meaningfully planning out your garden for next year. Be prepared to ask Shannon all those questions you’ve been meaning to ask.
Brooks Wine Lab: Wine & Farming Lab
Thursday May 7th
6-9pm
Brooks Winery
Learn how vineyard decision shape the wines you drink. Explore the concepts like soil, canopy, ripeness, and harvest timing while tasting wines that illustrate the results. Brooks Wine Club members get 20% off this event. Make sure you’re logged into your account, and the discount will automatically apply.
Brooks Wine Lab: Chill Factor
Thursday June 4th
6-9pm
Brooks Winery
Same wine, different temperatures. Taste wines chilled, at cellar temperature, or slightly warmed to discover how temperature affects aroma, structure, and flavor. Brooks Club Members get 20% off this event. Make sure you’re logged into your account, and the discount will automatically apply.
Brooks Wine Lab: Wine & Junk Food
Thursday July 2nd
6-9pm
Brooks Winery
Ever wondered how wine pairs with chips, candy, or your favorite guilty pleasures? Guests submit ideas ahead of time, then taste and vote on the most surprisingly delicious (and disastrous) combinations. Brooks Club Members get 20% off this event. Make sure you’re logged into account, and the discount will automatically apply.
Brooks Wine Lab: Wine & Glassware
Thursday August 6th
6-9pm
Brooks Winery
Ever wondered how the shape of your glass changes what you taste? Taste the tame wine in different glass type- from proper Pinot glasses to tumblers- and explore how vessel affects aroma, texture, and enjoyment. Brooks Club Members get 20% off this event. Make sure you’re logged into your account, and the discount will automatically apply.
Brooks Wine Lab: Harvest Hands-on
Thursday September 3rd
6-9pm
Brooks Winery
Experience the flavors of harvest season. Taste grapes at different ripeness levels and compare them to the finished wines. Learn how vineyard practices influence structure, acidity, and flavor.
Brooks Wine Lab: Life Cycle of Wine
Thursday October 1st
6-9pm
Brooks Winery
Taste wine at different stages of its life from early fermentation to completion of malolactic fermentation. Experience the difference between new oak and neutral barrels and stainless-steel vs wood as well.
Brooks Wine Lab: Sparkling Wine
Thursday November 5th
6-9pm
Brooks Winery
Pop, fizz, sip! Taste sparkling wines from around the world and explore how bubbles, temperature, and food pairings change perception, aroma, and flavor. Brooks Club Members get 20% off this event. Make sure you’re logged into your account, and the discount will automatically apply.
Brooks Wine Lab: Around the World in 1 Hour: Pinot Noir
Thursday December 3rd
6-9pm
Brooks Winery
Take a whirlwind tour of Pinot Noir’s iconic regions. Taste wines from Burgundy, Willamette Valley, New Zealand, California, and more. Compare flavors, aromas, and styles to see how climate, soil, and winemaking shape the grape worldwide.
Submit An Event
If you are an active member of the Eola-Amity Winegrowers Association, you are welcome to submit an event here. The event will be posted to this page once it is reviewed and approved.
