A home grown celebration of the farmers, makers, and chefs who bring the Rogue Valley’s extraordinary food and drink to life.
Our art is local too. Art by Sarah F Burns
Get Your Tickets
Space is limited. Tickets are available now — don’t miss your chance to be part of the inaugural Rogue Flavor Showcase.
From rushing rivers to beautiful mountains, the Rogue Valley is famous for its natural beauty.
It is also famous for:
Its food
Its wine
Its chocolate
Its cheese
And all the many flavors crafted in this valley.
Come Taste the Flavors of the Rogue Valley at the
Rogue Flavor Showcase
Saturday, September 5, 2026
2pm - 8pm
Jacksonville, OR
Presented by Travel Southern Oregon
Featuring only foods and beverages grown or crafted in the Rogue Valley.
From grains to grapes, cheeses to chorizo, beers, wines, beef, sauces, salsas, chocolates, jams and jellies – the diversity and quality of food and drinks crafted in the Rogue Valley is astounding.
This is your chance to taste it all.
Featuring chef demos, mixology lessons, fermented food comparisons and tastings galore,
the Rogue Valley Showcase is an experience for locals to discover the bounty that surrounds them, and for visitors to experience first hand what makes the Rogue Valley one of the great culinary destinations in the world.
Dive In and Discover!
DATE
Saturday, September 5, 2026, 2-8pm
LOCATION
Bigham Knoll Jacksonville, OR
ADMISSION
Ticketed General Admission
- Pre Sale $20
- Day of $30
- Kids 10 and under FREE
Alcohol upcharge $12 for four 4oz pours plus a commemorative glass
QUESTIONS?
Email: Karolina@goWildThyme.com
A Full Day of Events
The Rogue Flavor Showcase will feed your body and your soul – with a feast for the senses as you discover what makes this region so unique. Wander through a vibrant collection of local farms, food artisans, food trucks, and beverage makers. Taste what this valley can do — and meet the people who make it happen.
- Farm-to-plate and farm-to-cup tastings from Rogue Valley producers
- Artisan food makers — bakers, cheesemakers, preservers, and more
- Local beverage crafters — wines, ciders, beers, spirits, and non-alcoholic options
- Food trucks and chef demos showcasing regional ingredients
- Educational displays celebrating the diverse agricultural regions of the Rogue Valley
- A festive outdoor setting including live music at historic Bigham Knoll Campus
The Setting
Bigham Knoll Campus is a lovely historic property in Jacksonville, Oregon — a fitting backdrop for a celebration of southern Oregon’s agricultural heritage. Situated at the gateway to the Applegate Valley and in the heart of Southern Oregon’s wine country, Jacksonville and the Bigham Knoll Campus bring together the region’s history as well as its future. Come discover for yourself the bounty of the Rogue Valley.
This event is made possible in part from a Specialty Crop Block Grant award from the Oregon Department of Agriculture.
Interested in Becoming a Vendor?
Are you a local farm, food artisan, food truck, or beverage maker? We want you at the table. The Rogue Flavor Showcase is built on the people who grow, craft, and create the flavors of this valley. Learn more about what it means to be a vendor and apply today.
Rogue Flavor Industry Exchange — 12:30-2:00pm — Farmers, Chefs & Buyers, RSVP Required
Arrive early for a special industry-focused engagement designed to bring together the farmers, chefs, restaurant owners, distributors, and buyers who make the Rogue Valley food system run. This is intentional time — a rare opportunity to slow down, make real connections, and have the conversations that lead to lasting sourcing relationships and business partnerships.
If you grow it, cook it, or buy it — this morning is for you.
