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ORLA Events

Annual Association Events

Being part of the Oregon Restaurant & Lodging Association means more than just membership—it’s about showing up, connecting, and contributing to a stronger industry. ORLA events and regional activities offer unique opportunities to engage with fellow members, gain insights from industry leaders, and build relationships with potential partners and customers. Whether you're sharing ideas, tackling challenges, or celebrating successes, your involvement helps shape the future of hospitality in Oregon.

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Women in Tourism & Hospitality Symposium

September 13, 2025 | Seaside
Professional development and networking event highlighting women's perspectives.

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ORLA Hospitality Conference

September 13-15, 2025 | Seaside Convention Center
Industry leaders, owners and operators gather for this multi-day event of illuminating keynotes, informative seminars and breakout sessions and networking. (Save the date: Sept. 12-14, 2026 in Bend)

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Taste Oregon Legislative Reception

February 10, 2026 | Salem
ORLA and co-presenter, AAHOA, annually host the Taste Oregon Legislative Reception at the start of the session. This is the industry’s unique opportunity to meet with some of Oregon’s policymakers for casual conversations, good food and drink, and the chance to share personally the impact our industry has on our state's economy and livability.

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Oregon ProStart Championships

March 2, 2026 | Salem 
ProStart is a CTE skills-based curriculum designed to help high school students explore careers in culinary arts and food service. Study culminates as a capstone project with the annual state competition. Hosted by the Oregon Hospitality Foundation, the championships serve as the capstone event for the ProStart program in Oregon.

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Northwest Food Show

April 19-20, 2026 | Portland Expo Center
Foodservice industry members flock to the region’s largest food and beverage show for ideas, information, and new tools for success. This event is free for ORLA members with the promo code: ORLA

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One Big Night - Dinner & Auction

June 2, 2026 | The Allison Inn & Spa, Newberg
Enjoy a lavish evening with silent auction followed by dinner and live auction. Your participation will support ORLA’s Political Action Committee and the election of pro-hospitality industry candidates. ​

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ORLA Open Golf Tournament

July 20, 2026 | Langdon Farms Golf Club, Aurora
This annual golf tournament includes a scramble tournament with carts, lunch, prizes, and awards. Proceeds (including sponsorship revenues) go directly to ORLA’s Political Action Committee.

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