Take a drive up to Stevenson, Washington, for the annual mushroom festival this weekend or sample German beers and wines at three Portland-area Oktoberfest-themed events. There are also new art show openings, several stage plays, and a circus.

The Oregon Zoo's Zootoberfest is open to ages 21 and older only. File photo. Mark Graves/The Oregonian

Zootoberfest

Sample craft beers from as many as 45 Northwest breweries and cideries. There’s also live music, keeper talks and lawn games. 21 and older only.

5:30-9:30 p.m. Friday-Saturday, Sept. 26–27, Oregon Zoo, 4001 S.W. Canyon Road; admission $60 includes 10 tasting tokens, non-drinking admission $30; oregonzoo.org/zootoberfest .

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