Family-owned estate pairs award-winning wines with live performances and local impact
July 13, 2026 (Eugene, OR) — Hinman Vineyards is keeping up with the heat this summer, introducing an exciting slate of upcoming events. Guests are invited to experience the magic of the vineyard’s iconic hillside amphitheater through an expanded lineup of community-driven experiences.
The summer programming underscores the Hinman family’s deep commitment to the Eugene community during their first full season back at the helm of the winery they founded in 1972. In addition to the ongoing Friday Night Concert Series, the estate is playing host to a dynamic range of cultural and benefit events.
“Summer at Hinman Vineyards is all about bringing people together under the open sky,” said owner Doyle Hinman. “As we move into the heart of the season, we’re thrilled to share our amphitheater to everything from soulful rhythm and blues and classical ballet to crucial community benefits. There is truly something for everyone to enjoy with a glass of Oregon wine in hand.”
Featured Summer Events at Hinman Vineyards:
- Soul in the Vineyard (Sunday, July 19 | Noon – 3 p.m.): Bring your dancing shoes to the hillside for an unforgettable evening of high-energy soul, funk and R&B paired with Hinman’s signature estate wines.
- Jill Bartholomaus Benefit Concert (Thursday, July 23 | 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.): This special memorial concert honors Jill Bartholomaus, who died from domestic violence. Organized by her daughters, the evening brings the valley together to raise vital awareness and funds for domestic violence prevention.
- Winetasia (Sunday, July 25 | 6 p.m. – 10 p.m.): Serving as one of the valley’s premier food and wine events, Winetasia features local culinary bites, wine tastings and raffle packages to directly support Kids FIRST, a Lane County non-profit providing hope and healing to child victims of crime and abuse.
- Ballet in the Vineyard (Saturday, Sept. 5 | Doors at 5:30 p.m., Performance at 6:30 p.m.): Witness world-class dance movement meet the vines. This unique cultural collaboration brings stunning choreography to the outdoor amphitheater stage for a breathtaking twilight performance.
Rescheduled Concert Date: Hinman Vineyards is also pleased to announce that the Foxglove concert, originally scheduled for June 26 and postponed due to rain, has been officially rescheduled. The performance will now take place on Friday, Sept. 11 (Doors at 5:30 p.m. | Performance: 6:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.), serving as a late-summer extension to the Friday Night Concert Series. Tickets can be purchased here, and food from Thai Fusion will be served with proceeds from the concert benefiting the CASA of Lane County.
General Event Information: Guests are encouraged to bring low-back lawn chairs and blankets for all amphitheater events. Specific event times, admission prices and ticket requirements vary.
Hinman Vineyards is located at 27012 Briggs Hill Road, Eugene, Ore. 97405. For the full summer calendar, exact event times and to purchase tickets, please visit hinmanvineyards.com or call the tasting room at 541.345.1945.
About The Hinman Family of Wines
The Hinman family has been part of the Willamette Valley’s wine story for more than five decades, shaped by a belief that great wines begin with care for the land and are best shared with others. With Hinman Vineyards as the family’s home estate and D.W. Hinman and Tior serving as two additional expressions, the Hinman family offers a range of wines and experiences that reflect thoughtful winemaking, genuine hospitality and a deep connection to place. For more information, visit hinmanvineyards.com, dwhinmancellars.com and tiorwines.com.
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