I love finding art and food events that are a bit out of the ordinary, especially if they encapsulate a unique or gourmet theme. Here’s a list of upcoming events in 2020 that look fun and educational!
Unique events for 2020
January
Jan 24-26
Truffle festival
Our lineup of events will include hands-on truffle foraging, lectures from experts in truffle cultivation, decadent lunches and dinners from James Beard-recognized chefs, the only fresh truffle marketplace of its kind, and so much more!
Eugene, Oregon
https://oregontrufflefestival.org/
February
Join us for the Southern Oyster Social series. Each event will feature a variety of oysters farmed in the South.
March
In its 14th year, this free event – California’s only busker festival – is a family-friendly spectacle and a beloved Seaport Village tradition. View 18 eye-catching and unique acts — like sword swallowing, knife throwing, pogo stick tricks and juggling on unicycles.
March 31 – April 4, 2020
Roundtop Marburger Antiques
The Marburger Farm Antique Show has been a favorite source for antiques for over 20 years. This twice a year tradition located in Round Top, Texas, features more than 350 dealers from across the United States and the world.
Texas
https://www.roundtop-marburger.com/
March 13-15
Elegant Southern Style at Graceland
Join Priscilla Presley at Graceland for a one-of-a-kind weekend filled with delicious meals, lively parties, interactive seminars and celebrity guests. Make plans now to take part in Elegant Southern Style Weekend: Spring Edition and prepare for a fun-filled and inspirational weekend themed in true Southern Style – all at one of the most elegant and iconic destinations in the world: the home of Elvis Presley!
Graceland, Memphis TN
https://www.graceland.com/essp-home
April 11
Hop Hop Half + 5k + 10k Race
This spring tradition takes participants along the scenic Columbia river along the Marine Drive bike path featuring views of Mt. Hood, lots of boats and marinas, and a gorgeous sunrise. An incredible post-race party spoils all finishers with complimentary commemorative champagne flutes, mimosas and beer, amazing giant medals, delicious brunch with croissants and scrambled eggs, and much, much more.
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/hop-hop-half-5k-10k-2020-registration-73897588677?aff=ebdshpfsecondarybucket
Bookmark this page for more fun additions in 2020!
Have an event to submit to this list? Email me here: meg@boredmom.com