The FAR-West Conference happens over 4 days and is designed with a mix of networking, performance and learning opportunities. 

Wednesday 

• Pre Conference Open Mic - Artichoke Music, Portland

Thursday 4:00 pm 

• Thursday is dedicated to arriving, settling in, and connecting. Registration, orientation, and informal meet-ups help you get your bearings.
• Presenters Showcase Concert begins at 7:00
• Late night Private Showcases to follow
• Jamming all the time

Friday and Saturday Learning by day, Music at night

• Daytime Panels and Workshops on craft, career and industry
• Mentoring, Peer groups, song circles, gatherings
• Daytime Performance opportunities
• Official Showcase Concerts 7:00 to 10:00
• Late Night Private Showcases 
• Jamming all night long

Key Moments throughout the Weekend

• Best of the West Presentation and Luncheon-  Dave Alvin and Portland Folk Music Society to be honored for 2026
• Community meals, informal gatherings, exhibit tables 

Sunday 

• We come back Sunday for Breakfast with the Board, community sing, closing activities, raffle drawings, before heading home inspired and connected.