Local Events & Happenings
Madras Moments You Don’t Want to Miss
There’s always something fun in the works here in Madras, from cozy farmers markets to lively festivals and local gatherings. Check out our events calendar and find your next reason to get out, connect, and enjoy what our town has to offer. Bring along a friend, meet a neighbor—let’s make some memories together!
First Thursday 80’s Night
Break out the neon, leg warmers, and big hair—it's time to party like it's 1985! Join us downtown for a totally tubular night filled with music, vendors, delicious eats, and a costume contest that's all about the most rad 80's look (pets welcome too!).
First Thursday Early 2000's
Get ready to throw it back to the days of low-rise jeans, flip phones, and TRL! Rock your best early 2000’s fashion and vibe with live music, great food, shopping, and a fun costume contest. Think denim-on-denim, butterfly clips, and bedazzled everything!
First Thursday Glitz and Glam
Celebrate Independence Day Madras-style—with a 1920s glam twist! We're mixing Fourth of July spirit with a touch of a Roaring 20s glitz for a night of sparkle, music, and fun. Come dressed to impress in vintage glam, your favorite sparkles, or festive Fourth of July gear for our costume contest.
First Thursday 70's Disco Vibes
Get groovy with us at our 70’s-themed First Thursday! Bell bottoms, disco balls, and flower power are all welcome. Enjoy live bands, awesome vendors, tasty eats, and a funky costume contest to close out the summer with some serious soul.
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Get ready, Madras! Your favorite summer tradition is back and better than ever! Starting May 1st, the First Thursday series kicks off five months of fun, food, music, and a whole lot of community spirit right in the heart of Downtown Madras from 5 to 8 PM.