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May-October, Downtown Hermiston is host to the Farmers Market, with an array of fruits, vegetables, flowers, crafts and home baked goods galore. Dine in Hermiston and find a meal to satiate any hunger. Fast food favorites such as McDonald’s or Kentucky Fried Chicken located on the city’s main corridor make it easy to pick up a meal on the go. Try Domino’s, Papa Murphy’s, Ye Old Pizza Shoppe and Figaro’s Pizza.

Throw a few strikes and grab some grub at Desert Lanes & Restaurant. Don’t miss out on the great eats at The Desert River Inn, Roy and Venita’s Restaurant, Shari’s Restaurant, Pheasant Cafe & Lounge and Hale’s Restaurant and Grill. Colorful, spicy, Mexican dishes populate El Cazador’s and Macario’s menus. Make a trip over to Riverfront Lodge & Grill in Boardman. Dairy Queen serves up tasty, frozen treats for dessert.

For a truly unique culinary experience, try the Farmer’s Kitchen. Taste local wines produced by Echo West Vineyards while enjoying the city of Echo’s rich history and flavorful delights.

Getting tired yet? Check in at one of Hermiston’s accommodating establishments. Oxford Suites has 127 sizable guest suites for any type of traveler. Family suites, executive suites Jacuzzi suites, special assist suites and a presidential suite all come standard with an extensive list of amenities.

The Best Western has over 50 rooms featuring a number of extras. Before heading out to one of the local attractions nearby, enjoy a complimentary hot breakfast. After a busy day, take a swim in the indoor pool.

Desert River Inn in McNary features 66 rooms, some with great views of the Big River Golf Course and pool. Delight in a tasty meal at the Desert River Inn Restaurant, or for those who like to cook, kitchenettes are available.

Rest up in one of Comfort Inn’s 65 guest rooms. Wake up to a free continental breakfast then flee to one of the many recreational spots just minutes away. The Economy Inn offers 39 rooms with a several amenities. Oak Tree Inn boasts 62 quiet rooms with access to an exercise facility and a spa to relax in. An extended stay is possible at Motel 6. A number of the hotel’s 90 rooms are equipped with a full kitchen and a number of amenities to make guests feel welcome. Visit the Way Inn’s newly remodeled 30 rooms and pool.

Year-round community events bring together visitors and residents of Hermiston.

Hermiston FunFest that includes 5 K& 10 K run, the best PRCA Rodeo Farm City Pro Rodeo with top-notch contestants and the Umatilla County Fair are hot summer events. The Wine and Cheese Festival and Vintner and Jazz Dinner, Farm Fair Ag and Trade Show, Walleye Tournament, Hohe Wuste Oktoberfest, Festival of Trees and Festival of Lights bring a bit of warmth to an otherwise frigid season. Spring into celebration with Cinco de Mayo. Don’t forget to visit the legendary cowboy in Umatilla located at Columbia Harvest Foods. He stands 30 feet high.