Residents across Jefferson County have a full calendar to look forward to this month, with events spanning charitable fundraisers, car culture, business networking, and one of the region's most beloved annual traditions. Here's your guide to what's coming up in June.
WAK-9 Service Dogs Benefit Dinner — June 9
WAK-9 Service Dogs hosts its annual benefit dinner from 4 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, June 9, at the Desert Inn in Madras. The event raises funds for service dog training and placement and includes a silent auction and two firearms raffles — a 9mm handgun and an AR-style rifle. A Ruff Land Kennel raffle is also on the ticket. This is one of the county's top annual charitable dining events, drawing strong community support.
Taproom Talks — June 10
Business-minded residents are invited to Taproom Talks from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday, June 10, at Over the Edge Taphouse in Madras. This month's sponsor is Capstone Accounting and Tax. Taproom Talks provides an informal setting for local business networking and community conversation.
9th Annual Indian Head Casino Car Show — June 13
The 9th Annual Car Show returns to Indian Head Casino in Warm Springs on Saturday, June 13. Located at 3236 Highway 26 — a scenic stop along the route between Madras and Mount Hood — the show is a beloved tradition drawing classic cars, hot rods, custom builds, and enthusiasts from across Central Oregon and beyond. Details on entry and show hours can be obtained through Indian Head Casino.
Made in Jefferson County EDCO Tour — June 18
Economic Development for Central Oregon (EDCO) presents the 2026 Made in Jefferson County Tour on Thursday, June 18, beginning at 8:30 a.m. at Madras Sanitary Services. The tour offers participants a behind-the-scenes look at the county's manufacturers and traded-sector businesses — an opportunity to see the economic engine driving Jefferson County from the inside. Tickets are available on Eventbrite. Contact EDCO Jefferson County Director Brenna Fulks at brenna@edcoinfo.com or 541-325-0315 for more information.
Madras Rock and Gem Show — June 23-28
One of the region's most anticipated annual events, the Madras Rock and Gem Show opens June 23 at 11 a.m. at the Jefferson County Event Complex and runs through June 28. The show draws collectors, artists, hobbyists, and families from across the Pacific Northwest and is a significant driver of tourism and commerce for the local economy each summer.
Got an event to add? Contact the Madras Bulletin at madrasbulletin.com.