What to do and see in Ashland, Oregon (OR): The Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day

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Escape Ashland is Ashland's unique live-action escape entertainment with two locations in the heart of downtown Ashland, just two blocks from the renowned Oregon Shakespeare Festival. "The Scottish Play" and "The Ramblin Rogue Saloon" are suitable for all ages and experience levels and are the perfect complement to theater, outdoor adventure and shopping. Solving the room leaves players feeling exhilarated, challenged and newly connected.

Irvine & Roberts Vineyards is located just five miles from the heart of downtown Ashland and the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. Our tasting room offers stunning views of our estate vineyards and the surrounding Cascade and Siskiyou mountain ranges. We are open by reservation from 12pm - 6pm daily. Please contact us by phone or email for reservations.

You don't need to head to England to experience the genius of a Shakespearean play. Much closer to home is the Oregon Shakespeare Festival located in Ashland, Oregon. Every year at the end of October you can enjoy on average over ten of Shakespeare's plays performed in both classic and newly imagined style. Separate tickets are needed for each show which is held at one of the event campus's two indoor or one outdoor spaces.

Started in 1988 by John Weisinger, Weisinger Family Winery was the first winery established in Ashland, Oregon. Weisinger Family Winery produces limited production craft wines exclusively from local vineyards. Sourcing from vineyards that are mostly within 5 miles of the winery, Weisinger Family supports local growers and the local economy. The winery specializes in Tempranillo, Syrah, Malbec and Pinot Noir, as well as Viognier, Sauvignon Blanc and Chardonnay. The winery is also well known for their proprietary Bordeaux blends. Weisinger Family Winery hosts wine tasting, tours, private events, and lodging at their romantic Vineyard Cottage. Hours: Daily, May-September, 11am to 6pm Wednesday through Sunday, October-April, 11am-5pm

The Oregon Cabaret Theatre has provided first-class entertainment and dining in the Rogue Valley for the last thirty-four years. A remodeled church located one block from OSF, the Cabaret’s venue oozes with the old school charm of the jazz era. The restaurant produces exceptional dishes and whether you have a pre-show dinner reservation or just just order drinks and dessert for intermission, the dining pairs well with the Cabaret’s exceptional productions.

ScienceWorks is a fun, engaging science center where kids and adults can rediscover wonder. The innovative museum features nearly 100 interactive exhibits, an outdoor garden, live science demonstrations and dynamic programs year-round that encourage children and adults to learn about more about various scientific principles. ScienceWorks offers educational programs for students and teachers, as well as public programs including workshops, lectures, birthday parties, summer festivals and science camps.

The Blue Giraffe Day Spa Salon was conceived to be Ashland's finest full-service day spa, embodying beauty, health, pampering and relaxation.We will help you select the body or beauty treatment that's just right for you. All of our service providers are licensed and meet the highest possible standards. Each one of our staff has been selected for their professional demeanor and exceptional talent. The Blue Giraffe offers some of the finest body and hair products found in the world - many of them exclusive to only the finest spas. Skin and body products include Comfort Zone, Glotherapuetics and Dr. Hauschka. Hair products include Bumble and bumble and Pureology. Our all mineral cosmetic line is Jane Iredale. In our nail department we offer Creative, Essie, and Hempz. The spa carries many other unique beauty and comfort items including Clarisonic, DreamTime pillows, VanKlee Robes, and Kneipp body and bath products.Rejuvenate in our welcoming and luxurious setting, pampering your body with a choice of relaxing massages, facials, reflexology, baths, steam or body treatments. Beautify and enhance your appearance with custom hair styling, deluxe manicures, pedicures, waxing or cosmetic applications. Experience our exclusive international product lines used during your treatments and for purchase.Our unique retreat has been designed for your comfort and nurturing; a special place where you can abandon your cares, awaken your senses, and escape into a world of pleasure. Paradise is within. Let us take you there.