The first Saturday of October has become a downtown tradition to welcome residents and visitors to experience the wonderful shops, restaurants and businesses on Hwy. 43 (State Street), “A” Avenue and the surrounding area.

This year, 40 businesses will open their doors to welcome wine tasters and visitors, some having attended every Wine Walk since its kick-off in 2014.

Returning title sponsor Harnish Properties is one of the most popular pouring spots with owner Justin Harnish hosting on “B” Avenue. The owners and managers look forward to the opportunity to welcome newcomers and regulars to Lake Oswego and introduce them to the hidden gems that include Lucky Me, Mapel, THOR (The House of Rose), Lakeshore Inn, and this year’s addition of the Lake Place Shopping area including Pig’Ments, Revive Athletics, Nicoletta’s Table and Wyatt Moon.

A shuttle has been added this year, beginning at noon to shuttle people from suggested parking areas to the registration area and back to the farther tasting locations (Oregon Wine Reserve/ Maison d’Burgundy, LO Arts Council).

The Wine Walk falls on the last Farmer’s Market of the season so enjoy the market, register for the Wine Walk, make a reservation for lunch or dinner at one of Lake Oswego’s fine restaurants and enjoy an afternoon of outdoor art and indoor hospitality with wine and food.

The last two years have been sold out for the Wine Walk You can get your tickets at www.lakeoswegochamber.com or call 503-636-3634. Tickets are $60 and include 12 one-ounce pours throughout the downtown area plus small bites at every location. Participants are encouraged to register (pick up their wine glass and get the identification wristband) beginning at 11 a.m. The Wine Walk is from 1 to 5 p.m.