Monroe Festival returns May 16; vendors and sponsors invited to join the celebration

MONROE, Ore. — The Monroe Festival returns Saturday, May 16, 2026, and organizers are actively seeking vendors and sponsors to be part of this signature community event. Benton County and many other community partners plan to be there in support of the festival, celebrating the kind of local collaboration and community spirit that make Benton County a great place to live.

The fifth annual festival will take place from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m., with an expected attendance of 1,500 to 2,000 people. After a brief hiatus, the festival returns to its traditional late-spring timeframe, offering a prime opportunity for businesses, artisans and organizations to showcase their work to a large and engaged audience.

Local vendors, food trucks, wineries, breweries, distilleries, artisans and community organizations are encouraged to apply early to secure space. Sponsorship opportunities are also available for businesses looking to increase visibility and support a well-loved regional event.

For those interested in participating:

• Vendors: Applications are available online
• Sponsors: Sponsorship forms are available online

Vendor applications and sponsorship forms can also be requested by emailing info@businessassociationofmonroe.org or can be picked up in person at Monroe City Hall.

Since its launch in 2019 as “Monroe’s Vino, Vintage & Victory (V3) Festival,” the event has drawn strong community support. After pausing during the COVID-19 pandemic, the festival returned with growing participation and expanded activities, including artisan vendors, food trucks, wine and beer tasting, a fishing derby, pie-eating contest, line dancing, axe throwing, historic trolley tours, a model railroad display and more.

Mayor Dan Sheets, one of the original organizers, said the festival continues to be a point of pride for the city.

“The Monroe Festival brings together neighbors, artists, crafters, businesses and families to celebrate what makes Monroe unique,” Sheets said. “It’s a great opportunity for local vendors and sponsors to connect directly with the community.”

The Business Association of Monroe is sponsoring the 2026 event and will share updates through social media and the official festival website.

For vendor applications, sponsorship information or event details, visit the festival website or contact Monroe City Hall at 541-847-5175.

Organizers say the Monroe Festival is more than a celebration, it is a chance for businesses and organizations to grow their reach while helping strengthen community pride and local economic vitality.