Events
The Oregon Truffle Festival is excited to announce its 2026 season of events! Throughout the month of February, join us to learn more about truffles and fall in love with Pacific Northwest fungi. We look forward to seeing you at some of our most popular annual events, including The Joriad™ North American Truffle Dog Championship, our Two-Day Truffle Dog Training, Wine Country Truffle Dinners, and Truffle Farming A-Z.
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The 2026 Joriad™ North American Truffle Dog Championship
Lane Events Center 796 W 13th Ave, Eugene, ORWatch truffle dogs from around the country at The 2026 Joriad™ North American Truffle Dog Championship, the only competition of its kind in North America.
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2026 Two-Day Truffle Dog Training – February 7-8
A two-day truffle dog training intensive where participants learn the fundamentals of scent training and practice with their dog, then take those skills into the forest on an authentic truffle hunt. A catered Oregon truffle lunch is included both Saturday and Sunday, along with warm beverages and snacks.
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Valentine’s Day Truffle Dinner Party at Zest
Celebrate Valentine's Day with the Oregon Truffle Festival! An incredible evening of truffle delights awaits you at Zest Kitchen & Bar in downtown Eugene.
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Truffle Cooking Class and Foray Experiences
We're thrilled to offer two options for an immersive truffle experience, guided by Oregon Truffle Festival Culinary Director Charles Ruff, and hosted at Lilly of The Valley Ranch and LOVR Kitchen.
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2026 Truffle Farming A – Z
Willamette Valley Vineyards 8800 Enchanted Way SE, Turner, Oregon, United StatesTruffle Farming A - Z is a two-day course designed for new truffle growers. Lectures and case studies on Friday at Willamette Valley Vineyards precede a full day in the field on Saturday.
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Gala Truffle Dinner with Willamette Valley Vineyards
Willamete Valley Vineyards 8800 Enchanted Way SE, Turner, OregonA special multi-course truffle dinner by Willamette Valley Vineyards Executive Chef DJ McIntyre and Oregon Truffle Festival Culinary Director Charles Ruff.
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Into the Woods: Truffle Foray and Winery Luncheon, led by Dr. Charles Lefevre
Join us for a completely unique adventure "Into The Woods" in search of truffles, led by Dr. Charles Lerfevre. Then, enjoy a truffle luncheon at the winery and experience the different culinary uses of truffles.
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2026 Two-Day Truffle Dog Training – February 28-March 1
A two-day truffle dog training intensive where participants learn the fundamentals of scent training and practice with their dog, then take those skills into the forest on an authentic truffle hunt. A catered Oregon truffle lunch is included both Saturday and Sunday, along with warm beverages and snacks.
