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Ashland

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Shops on the plaza in downtown AshlandASHLAND PLAZA · ASHLAND

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Comment on Ashland's transportation plan update

Survey open through Friday, December 4, 2026

Ashland is updating the 20-year plan for walking, biking, transit, driving and emergency travel. The city's October 13 notice says its first survey is open through December 4. Use the Transportation System Plan page for the survey, project alerts and a separate public-comment form; submitted public comments become part of the city record. The city expects to consider the final plan in spring 2028.

City's October 13 project notice ↗

Transportation System Plan and participation links ↗

Checked October 20, 2026

Sign up for Ashland severe-weather shelter activation notices

Winter planning update · checked October 20, 2026

The city is seeking an operator for 2200 Ashland Street and discussing winter severe-weather shelter arrangements with nonprofit providers. That announcement does not establish that the building is open tonight. To receive an activation text when Ashland's severe-weather shelter is available, text 97520SHELTER to 888777. The separate OHRA Dusk to Dawn Lawn remains at 1175 East Main Street.

City's October 15 shelter update ↗

Ashland homeless services and activation information ↗

Checked October 20, 2026

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What's happening in Ashland

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22 matching listings · Upcoming

Beginning Tango06:40 PM - 07:40 PM · 1195 E. Main St. Ashland, OR 97520Ashland · Event

When: Tue, Nov 10 · 06:40 PM - 07:40 PM (Pacific time)

Where: 1195 E. Main St. Ashland, OR 97520

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Planning Commission Meeting07:00 PM - 08:00 PM · AshlandAshland · Public meeting

When: Tue, Nov 10 · 07:00 PM - 08:00 PM (Pacific time)

Where: Ashland

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City offices closed on Veterans Day12:00 AM - 11:59 PM · Ashland, OR 97520Ashland · Event

When: Wed, Nov 11 · 12:00 AM - 11:59 PM (Pacific time)

Where: Ashland, OR 97520

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Rise Health08:30 AM - 09:00 AM · East Main and Garfield StreetsAshland, OR 97520Ashland · Event

When: Wed, Nov 11 · 08:30 AM - 09:00 AM (Pacific time)

Where: East Main and Garfield StreetsAshland, OR 97520

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Rise Health08:30 AM - 09:00 AM · East Main and Garfield StreetsAshland, OR 97520Ashland · Event

When: Thu, Nov 12 · 08:30 AM - 09:00 AM (Pacific time)

Where: East Main and Garfield StreetsAshland, OR 97520

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All Abilities Game Club05:30 PM - 07:00 PM · 1699 Homes AveAshland, OR 97520Ashland · Event

When: Fri, Nov 13 · 05:30 PM - 07:00 PM (Pacific time)

Where: 1699 Homes AveAshland, OR 97520

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Rise Health08:30 AM - 09:00 AM · East Main and Garfield StreetsAshland, OR 97520Ashland · Event

When: Fri, Nov 13 · 08:30 AM - 09:00 AM (Pacific time)

Where: East Main and Garfield StreetsAshland, OR 97520

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City Council Study Session05:30 PM - 07:30 PM · 1175 East Main StreetAshland, OR 97520Ashland · Public meeting

When: Mon, Nov 16 · 05:30 PM - 07:30 PM (Pacific time)

Where: 1175 East Main StreetAshland, OR 97520

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Nearby alternatives — outside Ashland

These venues are in Medford. Check the actual address and travel before choosing.

Upcoming in communities near Ashland

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2 matching listings · Upcoming

Winter Lights Festival5–8 p.m. · Pear Blossom Park, 204 N. Bartlett Street, MedfordAn illuminated parade, performances, tree lighting, food trucks and holiday festivities downtown.Medford · Event

An illuminated parade, performances, tree lighting, food trucks and holiday festivities downtown.

When: Sat, Dec 5 · 5–8 p.m. (Pacific time)

Admission: Free

Where: Pear Blossom Park, 204 N. Bartlett Street, Medford

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Breakfast with Santa8:30–11 a.m. · Rogue X, 901 Rossanley Drive, MedfordBreakfast, activities and a visit with Santa. Everyone must register; check the city page when registration opens.Medford · Event

Breakfast, activities and a visit with Santa. Everyone must register; check the city page when registration opens.

When: Sat, Dec 12 · 8:30–11 a.m. (Pacific time)

Admission: Registration required; ages 12 and under free, adults $7 resident or $9 nonresident

Where: Rogue X, 901 Rossanley Drive, Medford

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  • ashland senior center: last fetched · Nov 10, 12:26 PM PST
  • ashland meetings: last fetched · Nov 10, 12:26 PM PST
  • JPR community calendar: last fetched · Nov 10, 12:26 PM PST

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Specific outings in and around Ashland

These are evergreen places and activities, separate from scheduled events. Published visitor details are a dated snapshot; follow the source for today's opening and access.

Wider area options — check the exact location

Emigrant Lake →

Regional alternative / Ashland · Regional alternative

An Ashland-area alternative with separate tent and RV camping formats.

5505 Highway 66, Ashland. The Point RV Park has full hookups and is open year-round; Oak Slope offers no-hookup campsites. Group-camp reservations are handled by phone. Use the selected campground’s booking rules.

Visit details on RVN → · Official information / booking ↗

Nearby alternatives — outside Ashland

RoxyAnn →

Medford · Estate & events

Hillcrest estate tasting with a substantial public music and activity calendar.

3283 Hillcrest Road, Medford. The tasting room publishes Sunday–Wednesday noon–7 p.m. and Thursday–Saturday noon–9 p.m. Choose a tasting flight, glass or bottle; indoor and heated outdoor seating are available. Check individual event hours and reservation terms separately; a tasting visit is different from a ticketed event.

Visit details on RVN → · Official information / booking ↗

Activity directory sources reviewed October 4, 2026; trail sources reviewed September 27, 2026. Individual listings may show a later source review. This selection does not cover every option.

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