Chuck Norris, the legendary martial artist and actor known for his roles in film and television, has died at the age of 86. His family confirmed his passing in a heartfelt statement, remembering him as both a global icon and a deeply devoted family man.

Klamath Music and Watershed Row have announced the full lineup for the 2026 Klamath Music Festival, returning July 24–25 to downtown Klamath Falls. The event will feature Mix Master Mike of the Beastie Boys alongside regional and local artists as the festival moves to the new Watershed Row community venue.

The Britt Music & Arts Festival has added several new shows to its 2026 lineup, including Modest Mouse, Chicago, Elle King, Brantley Gilbert, and comedians Jeff Dunham and Gabriel Iglesias.

The Ragland Masquerade Education Fundraiser is set for February 28 in Klamath Falls, with discounted ticket pricing now available for school staff and military members.

Klamath Music has announced the 2026 Glenn Justus Memorial Scholarship, awarding two $2,000 scholarships to support local students actively involved in music and continuing the legacy of a longtime advocate for the Klamath Basin music community.

Britt Festival has announced the first round of artists joining its 2026 summer season, featuring a mix of international music acts and stand-up comedy performances.

Klamath Music has rebranded its showcase series as The Klamath Stage, aiming to spotlight the artists, venues, and partnerships that support live music in the Klamath Basin.

The Ross Ragland Theater is opening 2026 with winter classes, Teen Theater’s Charlotte’s Web, the Peking Acrobats, and the KCEDA Economic Summit later in the month.

The Abundance Swap invites community members to rethink holiday gift-giving by sharing quality items they already own instead of buying new ones. The free event takes place Sunday at the Historic Ashland Armory and includes a food drive benefiting the Ashland Community Food Bank.

Medford’s Winter Lights Festival returns to Pear Blossom Park on Dec. 6 with a full evening of holiday activities, including a candy cane hunt, illuminated parade, tree lighting, live performances, Santa photos, and Polar Express-themed fun.

The Ross Ragland Theater has opened registration for its winter classes, offering seven arts and enrichment programs beginning January 12 for students, teens, and adults. Prices vary, and scholarships are available.

Klamath Music and Watershed Row have announced a new partnership for the 2026 Klamath Music Festival, scheduled for July 24–25. Organizers expect to release the full lineup in February and encourage community members to follow updates at KlamathMusic.com.

The 2025 Klamath Snowflake Festival returns Nov. 29–Dec. 14 with two weeks of parades, performances, family fun, and this year’s theme, Arctic Adventures. The festival also honors longtime Salvation Army leader Debi Leighton as this year’s Grand Marshal.

Klamath IDEA will host Southern Oregon entrepreneur and innovation leader Dr. Kim Freeze as the featured IDEA Talks! speaker on November 20. The event will explore innovation, mindset, and the power of community collaboration.

A sweeping new OPB documentary, First Descent: Kayaking the Klamath, follows Indigenous teens on a 310-mile river journey only made possible after the Klamath’s major dams came down. Blending adventure filmmaking with powerful cultural storytelling, the film captures a historic moment on a river reborn.

Ashland will host its first-ever Sarcasm Festival Dec. 5–7, featuring national touring comedians at OSF’s Angus Bowmer Theatre and dozens of comedy events across downtown venues. The three-day celebration includes stand-up, improv, drag brunches, workshops, and more — all aimed at boosting local culture and tourism.

Bonnie Raitt, Matt Rife, and Train have been added to the Hayden Homes Amphitheater 2026 concert lineup in Bend, with presales opening this week.