Good morning, Medford.

Mt. Ashland Ski Area hosted a soft launch party at Growler Guys with live music from the Bill Scholer Trio and roasted marshmallows as a few hundred locals gathered to boost excitement for the upcoming ski season starting Dec.

13. General Manager Andrew Gast said the $724 season passes and event funds will help replace a chairlift before the park closes April 13.

Medford church held its first annual turkey dinner on Saturday at The Way Medford Family Church—volunteers served free meals with turkey, stuffing, and pumpkin pie while group prayers were offered.

Church leaders said about 150 people attended the event as it capped off their Adopt-a-Block outreach program that supports community members with services like the Men’s Transformational Home.

The Jackson County Expo reopened its equine facilities Monday after a weekend closure prompted by a Temporary Administrative Order from the Oregon Department of Agriculture—new rules now require riders to sign in and groups to submit horse lists to help prevent Equine Herpesvirus spread.

Southern Oregon Runners Turkey Trot

8:15-11:00 AM — Cummins Battery Systems North America LLC — Registration required — Participate in a Thanksgiving run supporting local food drives and student runners programs.

Merry Market & Christmas Faire

10 AM-4 PM — Rogue X - Medford Parks & Recreation — Family-friendly festivities — Shop local artisan crafts and enjoy holiday activities with Santa.

Andre Nickatina Live at Grape Street Bar & Grill

8-11 p.m. — Grape Street Bar & Grill — Tickets from $45 — Experience a night of hip hop as Andre Nickatina takes the stage in Medford.

Home For The Holidays

3:00 – 4:30 PM — Craterian Theater at The Collier Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the holiday season with live performances at this festive event.

Walking in a Winter Wonderland Holiday Lights

5-9 p.m. — Hanley Farm — $5 per car — Experience a magical stroll through over 20,000 dazzling holiday lights with drinks and snacks.

The Nutcracker Ballet

7 p.m. — Crater Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience the enchanting tale of The Nutcracker featuring delightful dance and holiday cheer.

Lithia Artisans Holiday Market

Fri 10-7, Sat 10-6, Sun 11-4 — Medford Armory Rental Venue — Free entry — Explore a wide array of original, handcrafted items from over 60 local artists amidst live music and food trucks.

A Celtic Christmas Celebration

2:30 – 4:30 PM — Craterian Theater at The Collier Center for the Performing Arts — Ticket prices vary — Experience enchanting Irish stories, music, and dance this holiday season.