Peak Season | Updated 2026 | Includes Times & Pricing

July is the busiest and most exciting month in Wallowa County. Expect festivals, rodeos, live music, lake activities, and full summer energy throughout Joseph, Enterprise, and Wallowa Lake.

⭐ Must-See Events (Plan Your Trip Around These)

🎆 Saturday, July 4, 2026 - click here

 4th of July Celebration – Joseph

📍 Downtown Joseph, OR

🕙 Time:

• Parade: ~10:00 AM

• Activities: All day

• Fireworks: At dusk (~9:30–10:00 PM) - Wallowa Lake

💲 Cost: Free

• Parade, vendors, live music, fireworks

👉 VERY busy weekend—book early

Tamkaliks Celebration:

Date and Time

Friday Jul 17, 2026 Sunday Jul 19, 2026

Location

Tamkaliks Powwow Ground, 70956 Whiskey Creek Rd, Wallowa

Website: http://www.wallowanezperce.org/ 

541.886.3101 

Two Rivers Train Ride:

Date and Time

Saturday Jul 18, 2026
10:00 AM - 1:30 PM PDT

Location

Elgin Train Depot, Elgin Oregon 300 Depot Street, Elgin, OR, United States, 97827 

Fees/Admission

Adults = $85 / Seniors 60+ = $80 / Youth, 3 to 16 = $40 (kids under 3 ride for free!)

Website

https://eaglecaptrainrides.com/book-online/

Contact Information

541.437.3652

🎡 Mid–Late July 2026

🤠 Chief Joseph Days Rodeo (PRCA)

📍 Harley Tucker Memorial Arena
405 W Wallowa Ave, Joseph, OR 97846
📞 (541) 432-1015
👉 https://chiefjosephdays.com

Date:

Tuesday Jul 21, 2026 Sunday Jul 26, 2026

July 21-26, 2026

🕕 Time:

• Rodeo performances: ~7:00 PM nightly

• Parade: Morning (specific day varies)

💲 Cost: ~$20–$40

• Professional rodeo

• Parades, dances, live music

👉 BIGGEST event of the year

🎡 Chief Joseph Days Concession Stands & Activities - click here

📍 Joseph Rodeo Grounds

Rodeo Office & Souvenir Store: 401 N. Main Street Joseph, OR

Harley Tucker Memorial Arena: 405 W. Wallowa Ave. Joseph, OR

chiefjosephdays@gmail.com

🕛 Time: Afternoon–evening
💲 Cost: Ride tickets vary

• Concession stands, food, art

✍️ Early–Mid July 2026

📝 Fishtrap Summer Gathering

📍 Joseph / Wallowa Lake area
📞 (541) 432-0505
👉 https://fishtrap.org

🕘 Time: Daily sessions
💲 Cost:

• Workshops: ~$100–$400

• Some events free

• Nationally known writing festival

Grande Ronde Special Train Ride: click here

Date and Time

Wednesday Jul 22, 2026
10:00 AM - 12:30 PM PDT

Location

Elgin Train Depot, Elgin Oregon 300 Depot Street, Elgin, OR, United States, 97827 

Fees/Admission

Adults = $50 / Seniors 60+ = $45 / Youth, 3 to 16 = $25 

(kids under 3 ride for free!) If the ride isn’t sold out, last-minute tickets on the day of the ride are available at the depot for Grande Ronde Special rides.

👨‍👩‍👧 Family-Friendly Events

🎥 Movie Nights at OK Theatre - click here

📍 208 W Main St, Enterprise
📞 (541) 426-3044

🕖 Time: ~7:00 PM
💲 Cost: $5–$10

🎶 Live Music & Nightlife (ALL MONTH LONG)

🎤 Terminal Gravity Brewing (Outdoor Music) - click here

📍 803 SE School St, Enterprise
📞 (541) 426-0158

🕕 Time: Evenings (Fri–Sun)
💲 Cost: Free

• Outdoor seating, beer, food trucks

🎸 Stubborn Mule Saloon & Steakhouse - click here

📍 104 N Main St, Joseph
📞 (541) 432-6853

🕖 Time: Evenings
💲 Cost: Free

💃 Slack Drinks & Dining (Dancing & Events) - click here

📍 8 S Main St, Joseph
📞 (541) 432-8888

🕖 Time: 7:00–9:00 PM
💲 Cost: Free

🌊 July Experiences

🚠 Wallowa Lake Tramway

📍 59919 Wallowa Lake Hwy, Joseph
📞 (541) 432-5331
👉 https://wallowalaketram.com/

🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
💲 Cost: ~$50 adults

👉 Top attraction in the area

🛶 Wallowa Lake Full Activity Season - click here

📍 60060 Wallowa Lake Hwy, Joseph
📞 (541) 432-9115

🕘 Time: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
💲 Cost:

• Kayaks: $20–$40

• Boats: $60+

• Swimming, boating, paddleboarding

🐎 Horseback Riding (Wallowa Lake Area)

📍 Wallowa Lake area outfitters Contact Office: 59771 Wallowa Lake Hwy, Joseph, OR 97846   

OregonBackcountryOutfitting@gmail.com  

https://www.wallowalakepackstation.com/ 

541-432-7433 / Cell: 541-975-0261

🕘 Time: Scheduled rides
💲 Cost: ~$60–$120

• Guided trail rides

📅 Where to Find Updated Events

👉 https://business.wallowacountychamber.com/events/calendar

📞 Helpful Visitor Contacts

Joseph Visitor Center
📍 Joseph Visitor Information Area

109 N Main St  Joseph OR 97846 (541) 263-8497 (located downtown Main Street (across from Slack Drinks & Dining, 108 N Main St)
📞 (541) 432-1015

Wallowa County Chamber of Commerce
📍 309 S River St, Enterprise
📞 (541) 426-4622

⚠️ Important Notes

• July = peak season (VERY busy)

• Book lodging weeks in advance

• Parking fills up quickly

✅ Final Tip

For the best July experience:
👉 Combine

• Rodeo or festival

• Lake day

• Evening live music

👉 That’s the perfect Joseph trip

🔥 Planning your trip?

Check out our favorite travel essentials, gear, and local recommendations:

What to Bring to Joseph Oregon: Packing List

Best Gear for Wallowa Lake (Boating, Hiking & Camping)

What to Bring to Chief Joseph Days Rodeo & Festivals