Westwood Area Chamber of Commerce

The Westwood Area Chamber of Commerce’s big, annual Paul Bunyan Mountain and Blues Festival takes place July 10th and 11th, featuring live music, a logging show, a parade, a fun-run and much, much more!

The weekend begins with a downtown street dance Friday evening featuring music by the northern California favorites Forgery. The three-hour dance is free and starts at 8:00p.m. in front of the railroad depot.

Saturday’s fun activities include Breakfast by the WHS ASB Clubs at 8:00a.m. in the Community Center, a Fun Run at 8:00 and the parade, which begins at 10:30a.m. at 3rd and Ash streets. The theme of this year’s parade is “Red, White and Blue for 250 years.”

Mountain and Blues Festival in the Park

Festival gates open at 11:00a.m. in Westwood Park, Greenwood and 2nd streets, and will feature a logging show, antiques, crafts, collectibles, a kid’s area and Blue Ox Bingo. Gate entry is $10 for all ages except kids 10 and under who get in for just $5.

The children’s area is not included in admission prices. Organizers warn that this is not a dog-friendly event.

Two bands will be providing some awesome blues music for the afternoon: Rowland and Tumblin’ from 12:00 until 2:00 and Riggid from 2:30 to 4:30.

For more information call 1.530.256.2456 or visit westwoodareachamber.com.

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Where is Westwood?

Westwood enjoys a premiere location, nestled between the Cascade and Sierra-Nevada Mountain ranges. Click here for a map.

Rich In History

redriver30s Westwood is home to the legend of Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox. When the Red River Lumber Company moved west from Minnesota, it brought with it the legend of Paul and Babe and established one of the most technologically advanced townships in the country – right down to the steam heated sidewalks!

Activities Abound

- Endless trails for hiking, biking and horseback riding.
- World class fresh water fishing in our many lakes and rivers.
- Cross country skiing and snowshoeing.

We are here to educate you about our beautiful area.

Few places exist where natural beauty compares with this little corner of the world! Please feel free to contact us with any questions. 530-256-2456 or email.