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Thank you to the many thousands of people who came out to the 65th Anniversary of the Sherwood Robin Hood Festival July 19-21! Sherwood was victorious in the 64th Annual International Archery Tournament with Nottingham, England.
THANK YOU to our 2019 Sponsors and our many volunteers who helped make this very special community tradition possible! Be sure to visit our 2019 Sponsors page. Our next event is the Holiday Festival and Community Tree Lighting Saturday, December 7 at 4 PM. If you would like to volunteer to help us with year round planning, we meet the 3rd Thursday of every month at the Sherwood-Midday Masonic Lodge in downtown Sherwood. Our next meeting is August 15.
THANK YOU to our 2019 Sponsors and our many volunteers who helped make this very special community tradition possible! Be sure to visit our 2019 Sponsors page. Our next event is the Holiday Festival and Community Tree Lighting Saturday, December 7 at 4 PM. If you would like to volunteer to help us with year round planning, we meet the 3rd Thursday of every month at the Sherwood-Midday Masonic Lodge in downtown Sherwood. Our next meeting is August 15.
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The Sherwood, Oregon Robin Hood Festival ~ 65th Anniversary ~ 1954-2019
Maid Marian Court, Merry Men and Villagers, 2019. Photo Credit: Darci Vandenhoek of Blueline Studios.
The historic and picturesque town of Sherwood, Oregon welcomes you to the realm of the Robin Hood Festival. One of the oldest and most unique community events in Oregon (est. 1954), our wondrous Festival and international archery tournament attract nearly 20,000 revelers of all ages each year in the summer.
This year's Summer Festival took place July 19-21 (Old Town Events: July19-20, Archery: July 20-21), with a community parade on Saturday, July 20 at 10 AM.
Our next event is our Holiday Festival and Community Tree Lighting Saturday, December 7 at 4 PM.
With many fun activities both modern and medieval, the annual Summer Festival fills the streets of Old Town Sherwood the 3rd weekend of July every year, with the International Archery Tournament with Nottingham, England nearby. Our old-fashioned Summer Community Parade winds its way through Sherwood annually, featuring Maid Marian and her Court, Robin Hood and his Merry Men and 70+ imaginative entries from far and wide, some competing for high honors.
There is always dancing in the streets (and many enjoying the beer & wine garden nearby), as well-known bands from the Pacific Northwest and featured entertainers take to our popular Main Stage. The Family Stage in the Renaissance Village specializes in wonderfully creative, interactive performers to delight young and old, a traditional Knighting Ceremony, medieval re-enactments, stunts, swordplay & fencing lessons, clowns, magicians, alchemists, comedians, improvisation, a petting zoo, a climbing wall, music & dance, and appearances by Maid Marian and her Court, Robin Hood and his Merry Men. Special surprises throughout the grounds of the Festival, occupying the streets of Sherwood Old Town and an enchanting historical park, make your Festival experience one people of all ages have enjoyed for multiple generations.
Thousands of Summer Festival visitors wander every year through the extensive Vendor Village consisting of more than 100 booths, with a wide variety of shopping and activities to explore. Everyone enjoys performances by Sherwood's Voices for the Performing Arts in Cannery Square Park. Multiple contestants demonstrate their creativity every year in the annual Castle Building Contest. Festivities also include a teen dance, kids crafts and play areas, plus plenty of delicious food, with a beer/wine/cider garden featuring selections from local wineries and breweries. Festival admission is FREE, including all entertainment on the Main and Family Stages (excludes Voices for the Performing Arts performance, for which tickets must be purchased - vendors also charge fees for various activities).
We are still welcoming Sponsors for our year-round activities. Sponsors are recognized in a variety of ways, and there are many levels of sponsorship, including "in kind" opportunities. Visit our Sponsors Page to learn more. Thank you to our 2019 Sponsors!
Looking for the Festival? Here is how to find us...
The Sherwood Robin Hood Festival Association is a 501(c)(4) non-profit organization, with our Festivals and activities supporting the entire community and many organizations throughout the area. The Summer Festival takes place the third weekend of July every year and the Winter Festival takes place the first Saturday in December.
This year's Summer Festival took place July 19-21 (Old Town Events: July19-20, Archery: July 20-21), with a community parade on Saturday, July 20 at 10 AM.
Our next event is our Holiday Festival and Community Tree Lighting Saturday, December 7 at 4 PM.
With many fun activities both modern and medieval, the annual Summer Festival fills the streets of Old Town Sherwood the 3rd weekend of July every year, with the International Archery Tournament with Nottingham, England nearby. Our old-fashioned Summer Community Parade winds its way through Sherwood annually, featuring Maid Marian and her Court, Robin Hood and his Merry Men and 70+ imaginative entries from far and wide, some competing for high honors.
There is always dancing in the streets (and many enjoying the beer & wine garden nearby), as well-known bands from the Pacific Northwest and featured entertainers take to our popular Main Stage. The Family Stage in the Renaissance Village specializes in wonderfully creative, interactive performers to delight young and old, a traditional Knighting Ceremony, medieval re-enactments, stunts, swordplay & fencing lessons, clowns, magicians, alchemists, comedians, improvisation, a petting zoo, a climbing wall, music & dance, and appearances by Maid Marian and her Court, Robin Hood and his Merry Men. Special surprises throughout the grounds of the Festival, occupying the streets of Sherwood Old Town and an enchanting historical park, make your Festival experience one people of all ages have enjoyed for multiple generations.
Thousands of Summer Festival visitors wander every year through the extensive Vendor Village consisting of more than 100 booths, with a wide variety of shopping and activities to explore. Everyone enjoys performances by Sherwood's Voices for the Performing Arts in Cannery Square Park. Multiple contestants demonstrate their creativity every year in the annual Castle Building Contest. Festivities also include a teen dance, kids crafts and play areas, plus plenty of delicious food, with a beer/wine/cider garden featuring selections from local wineries and breweries. Festival admission is FREE, including all entertainment on the Main and Family Stages (excludes Voices for the Performing Arts performance, for which tickets must be purchased - vendors also charge fees for various activities).
We are still welcoming Sponsors for our year-round activities. Sponsors are recognized in a variety of ways, and there are many levels of sponsorship, including "in kind" opportunities. Visit our Sponsors Page to learn more. Thank you to our 2019 Sponsors!
Looking for the Festival? Here is how to find us...
The Sherwood Robin Hood Festival Association is a 501(c)(4) non-profit organization, with our Festivals and activities supporting the entire community and many organizations throughout the area. The Summer Festival takes place the third weekend of July every year and the Winter Festival takes place the first Saturday in December.
Photo Credit: Darci Vandenhoek of Blueline Studios.
Adventurers of the Medallion Quest ~ The Treasure has been FOUND!!
Adventurers of the Medallion Quest! The Treasure has been FOUND!!! We applaud your valiant efforts. Come to the Knighting Ceremony in Veterans Park Friday at 6 PM to observe the awarding of the REAL Treasure and hear the story of who found the replica (arrive early to hear the voices of our Sherwood Renaissance Singers at 5:45 PM).
Here were the clues the led to its Discovery....
Clue #1 ~ Here ye, Here ye, let the hunt for the medallion commence! Citizens of Sherwood young and old, can join in this hunt for something gold. In the town of Smockville where it all began the medallion is close at hand.
Clue #2 ~ If you are looking for the second clue, here is what to do. Near the fountain where children play, you will find the prize that will seize your day.
Clue #3 ~ If this hunt is still a mystery, here is a bit of helpful history. Go to where J.C. Smock granted the right of way, to show where this may lay.
Here were the clues the led to its Discovery....
Clue #1 ~ Here ye, Here ye, let the hunt for the medallion commence! Citizens of Sherwood young and old, can join in this hunt for something gold. In the town of Smockville where it all began the medallion is close at hand.
Clue #2 ~ If you are looking for the second clue, here is what to do. Near the fountain where children play, you will find the prize that will seize your day.
Clue #3 ~ If this hunt is still a mystery, here is a bit of helpful history. Go to where J.C. Smock granted the right of way, to show where this may lay.
Volunteers Needed!
We still have volunteer slots to fill for our upcoming Summer Festival. We are always looking for more volunteers to help with Festival planning and activities throughout the year. Email us directly at robinhoodfestival@gmail.com and we will match you to the perfect opportunity for you! Check out some of our volunteer opportunities here. Even a couple hours of your time can be extremely helpful and a lot of fun too! This is also a great opportunity for students seeking volunteer hours.
Email robinhoodfestival@gmail.com if you have questions, call 503-625-4233 or fill out the Contact Us form. 
International Archery Tournament with Notthingham.
Photo by Leah Sinclair.
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Traveling Archery Trophy
Join us for Meetings!
Unless otherwise announced, we meet the 3rd Thursday of every month at the Sherwood-Midday Masonic Lodge #164 in downtown Sherwood, 22536 SW Washington Street. New volunteers and interested community members are welcome.
Upcoming general meetings: Thursday, August 15 Thursday, September 19 |
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The Sherwood Renaissance Singers serenade festival goers and attend various events throughout the year, like this Robin Hood Festival Spaghetti Dinner fundraiser. See more of the Sherwood Renaissance singers in action.
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Sponsors
We would like to thank the many sponsors who make Robin Hood Festival Association activities possible throughout the year in support of the entire community. If you are interested in becoming a sponsor, there are countless benefits from supporting Sherwood's signature festival and a vital community service organization, active in Sherwood for over 65 years!
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Visit the Facebook Community Page associated with the Festival
Thank You to our community partners!
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Sherwood Robin Hood Festival ~ Celebrating 65+ Years!
RobinHoodFestival@gmail.com ~ 503-625-4233 ~ P.O. Box 496, Sherwood, Oregon 97140