Oregon takes its end of May seriously. The state’s combination of meaningful veterans’ traditions, Pacific Northwest outdoor culture, and a legal cannabis market built on craft and transparency makes Memorial Day in Oregon something genuinely worth planning around.
From Portland’s waterfront to the Willamette Valley communities of Corvallis, Salem, and Monmouth, the long weekend has a full map of options. OG Collective is your cannabis resource across all locations. Here is what’s happening and what to pick up before the weekend starts.
Memorial Day 2026 in Oregon: What’s Happening Statewide
1. Oregon World War II Memorial Ceremony
The Oregon WWII Memorial, situated on the Salem Capitol grounds in the northwest corner of Willson Park, serves as the backdrop for a Memorial Day ceremony that includes an indoor military history exhibit and refreshments, with limited seating available.
A short walk from downtown parking, the site sits near City View Cemetery, established in 1893, which holds dedicated sections honoring American veterans from the Civil War forward and a mausoleum containing the remains of seven Oregon governors. Restlawn Memory Gardens rounds out the weekend with an outdoor “living” memorial featuring Vietnam and WWII vehicles and uniformed volunteers set up in a camp. Their indoor military history exhibit, focused on the Medal of Honor, runs May 23–26, from 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM.
2. Benton County Veterans Memorial Ceremony
The Memorial Day Ceremony at the Benton County Veterans Memorial takes place on the south lawn of the Oregon National Guard Armory in Corvallis. The memorial wall, inaugurated in 1998, it honors Benton County service members who were killed in action and is complemented by a Purple Heart Walkway out front.
It’s a grounded, community-focused tribute in a setting that visibly reflects the county’s long commitment to recognizing its military. Worth arriving early to take in the full grounds before the ceremony begins.
3. Portland Rose Festival CityFair
Rose Festival CityFair brings together fair foods, live entertainment, carnival rides, and local crafters at Governor Tom McCall Waterfront Park in the heart of downtown Portland. The setting alone makes it a worthwhile outing, and the lineup gives families plenty to fill a full day. Military members and veterans get in free at the gate.
4. Multnomah County Fair
The Multnomah County Fair runs May 23–25 at Oaks Amusement Park, 7805 SE Oaks Park Way in Portland, and admission is free for all three days. The fair brings competitive exhibits, musical and stage performances, Portland’s Lucha Libre wrestling, a pioneer village, and small animal activities across the full weekend.
On top of the fair itself, visitors have access to Oaks Amusement Park’s rides and the full spread of classic fair food. It’s a family-friendly option that packs a lot into one destination without any barrier to entry.
5. Memorial Day Ruck March
Presented by Columbia Sportswear Company, this Memorial Day ruck march on May 25th at 8 AM doubles as a fundraiser for veterans’ mental health and recovery. Participants register, build a fundraising team, and show up on the day with a loaded ruck to march in support of houseless veterans.
The event is organized by Do Good, an organization focused on connecting veterans with stable housing and recovery programs. It’s a physically engaging way to honor the holiday while putting real resources behind veteran support.
6. Vietnam Veterans of Oregon Memorial Service
Set across eight acres in Washington Park, the Oregon Vietnam Veterans Living Memorial opened on Veterans Day in 1987 and stands as one of the most quietly powerful war memorials in the state.
The Memorial Day service runs from 10 AM to noon, opening with a full reading of the names of every Oregonian killed or listed as missing in action during the Vietnam War, followed by a formal ceremony. The memorial has offered solace to veterans, families, and visitors for nearly four decades, and this annual service reflects that same spirit of acknowledgment and remembrance. It’s a deeply moving event, particularly for those with a personal connection to the Vietnam era.
7. Memorial Day Weekend BBQ and Wine
Hip Chicks Do Wine, at 4510 SE 23rd Ave in Portland, keeps Oregon Wine Month going strong with a Memorial Day weekend event running May 22–24 that pairs wine tasting with BBQ-themed small plates.
The tasting lineup features six wines alongside a seasonal sangria, and guests can bring a growler to take the sangria home. Multi-bottle discounts are available throughout the weekend, making it a good opportunity to stock up on favorites. It’s a laid-back, flavorful way to kick off the long weekend.
12 Best Oregon Memorial Day Cannabis Picks
For a weekend that spans Portland’s waterfront and private evening gatherings, the right products depend on the moment. Here’s a shortlist.
- OG Gardens – Mimosa x Scooby Snacks 5-Pack Joint
- Iconic – Apple Invader 1.75g Glass Tip Blunt
- OG Gardens – Drippin Ain’t Easy 5-Pack Joint
- OG Gardens – Apple Fritter 5-Pack Joint
- Gron Mega Pearl – 100mg Cherry Limeade Gummies
- KottonMouth – 100mg Cherry Limeade Edible
- Mule – 100mg Peachy Single Gummy
- Wyld – 100mg Sour Apple Sativa Gummies
- Buddies – Truffle Shuffle 2g All-In-One Cartridge
- Orchid Gold – Grape Glue 1g Cartridge
- BeeHive Extracts – Key Lime Jack 1g Cartridge
- Aura – Forbidden Guava 1g Flavored Cartridge
Plan Your Visit to Our Oregon Dispensaries
Find OG Collective locations at all Oregon sites. Browse menus in advance, bring a valid government-issued ID, and come in early for the best selection over the holiday weekend.
Oregon Memorial Day activities are worth attending. OG Collective is the cannabis part. Shop with a dispensary that respects the plant enough to show you how it’s made.
