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Gold Mining Festival: A Celebration of Baker County's Heritage

Gold Mining Festival: A Celebration of Baker County's HeritageGold Mining Festival: A Celebration of Baker County's HeritageGold Mining Festival: A Celebration of Baker County's Heritage

Gold Mining Festival: A Celebration of Baker County's Heritage

Gold Mining Festival: A Celebration of Baker County's HeritageGold Mining Festival: A Celebration of Baker County's HeritageGold Mining Festival: A Celebration of Baker County's Heritage

Gold Panning Championship 2026

Get ready for the 2026 Annual Oregon State Gold Panning Championship at Miners Jubilee, one of the most exciting Baker County events!

The Eastern Oregon Mining Association invites you to join us for this exciting Baker County event on Saturday at 2:00 PM, a beloved tradition of the Miners Jubilee! Test your gold panning skills or cheer on the competitors as they vie for top prizes—generously supported by Ashgrove Cement.

New this year! Explore authentic mining equipment parked along the street during the Baker County events, with clear signs explaining how each piece works. It’s a fantastic opportunity to see the tools and techniques of Eastern Oregon’s mining heritage up close, especially during the gold panning championship at the Miners Jubilee.

Schedule

Friday, July 17

Saturday, July 18

Saturday, July 18

Vendors will be present in Geiser-Pollman Park from 9 am to 6 pm, showcasing local Baker County events. Join the Miners Trail Passport Walk at 11 am, and don't miss the Bronc Riding as part of the Challenge of Champions Tour at Baker County Fairgrounds at 7 pm, where you can also enjoy the excitement of the gold panning championship.

Saturday, July 18

Saturday, July 18

Saturday, July 18

Vendors will be present in Geiser-Pollman Park from 9 am to 6 pm, showcasing local offerings as part of the Baker County events. At 11 am, enjoy the parade in Downtown Baker City, a highlight of the celebrations. Later in the evening, the Bull Riding event, part of the Challenge of Champions Tour, will take place at the Baker County Fairgrounds at 7 pm, followed by the exciting gold panning championship as part of the Miners Jubilee.

Sunday, July 19

Saturday, July 18

Sunday, July 19

Vendors in Geiser-Pollman Park will be present from 9 am to 6 pm, showcasing various offerings during the Baker County events. Don't miss the Miners Trail Passport Prize Drawing at 12 pm, which is part of the festivities surrounding the gold panning championship and the Miners Jubilee.

About Miners Jubilee

Crowd enjoying a sunny outdoor fair with food stalls and tents.

History of Miners Jubilee

Miners Jubilee is a 3-day celebration of Baker County's gold mining heritage that has been held annually since the late 1800s. This vibrant event takes place on the third weekend of July in Baker City, Oregon. Miners Jubilee brings the rich history of Baker County to life with a parade, vendors in the park, a vast food court, live music, a sidewalk fair, mining demonstrations, and kids’ activities. The excitement continues with Bronc Riding on Friday night and Bull Riding on Saturday night, creating a full weekend of events that draws families and class reunions to Baker City every year. One of the highlights of Miners Jubilee is the gold panning championship, where participants can showcase their skills and celebrate the area's mining legacy.

Plan Ahead for 2026

Save the Date for the 2025 Miners Jubilee Event in Baker County, OR

July 17, 18, and 19, 2026

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Baker County Chamber of Commerce & Visitors Bureau

Start your visit to Baker County at the Baker County Visitor Center, your go-to source for information on all the exciting Baker County events, including the annual gold panning championship and the vibrant Miners Jubilee!

490 Campbell Street, Baker City, Oregon 97814, United States

(541) 523-5855

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