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Adopt a Downtown Camas Flower Basket and help us bring color to downtown all summer!
Your support makes a meaningful difference! These beautiful hanging baskets are a favorite among both visitors and locals, adding charm and a welcoming feel throughout downtown. Sponsoring a basket is a simple and impactful way to give back to the community while helping our streets bloom.
This year, our goal is to place 65 flower baskets along 3rd, 4th, and 5th Avenues, creating a lively and inviting atmosphere throughout downtown. If we exceed our goal, any additional funds will go directly toward further landscaping and plantings that continue to enhance the beauty of Downtown Camas.
Flower baskets can be adopted for $55, and all supporters will be recognized in the May 7 Downtown Camas newsletter and featured on the DCA website.
Join us in making Downtown Camas bloom! 🌸
Adopt a Basket Here!
| | Transform Our Town Through Teamwork! | | |
Spring is here, and it’s time to freshen up Downtown Camas! 🌸
We’re inviting community members, families, and local businesses to come together for our annual Spring Clean-Up and Planting Day and help keep our downtown looking its best! Sunday, April 26th from 12:30–4 PM, we’re teaming up to give Downtown Camas a fresh new look, and we’d love your help!
Whether you can lend a hand for an hour or stay the whole time, every bit of help makes a difference. It’s a great way to give back, meet neighbors, and take pride in the place we all love.
We’ll be tidying up streets, refreshing public spaces, planting flowers, spreading bark dust and getting downtown ready for a beautiful and busy season ahead. Many hands make light work—and a lot of fun too!
Come be part of it—we’d love to see you there 💛
Meet us at Journey Church (corner of 4th & Birch) at 12:30 PM to kick things off with a free lunch! See you there!
| | Camas Plant & Garden Fair Returns May 9th! | | |
The beloved 27th Annual Camas Plant & Garden Fair is back in Downtown Camas on Saturday, May 9th from 9am–4pm—just in time for Mother’s Day weekend! This long-standing community favorite transforms downtown into a vibrant marketplace filled with plants, art, and inspiration for gardeners of all levels.
Hosted by the Downtown Camas Association, the event features 100+ vendors, including local nurseries, growers, and artisans offering everything from fruit trees, vegetable starts, herbs, and flowers to garden art, pottery, birdhouses, and more. Whether you’re refreshing your garden or searching for the perfect gift, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.
To make your visit easy, C-TRAN’s free shuttle will run throughout the day from Camas High School to the Camas Library. Shoppers can also take advantage of the free Plant Holding Area at 5th & Cedar, hosted by Scout Troop 562—perfect for storing purchases while you continue exploring.
This year brings back fan-favorite vendors along with exciting new additions. Look for vibrant hanging baskets, unique garden art, locally grown plants, and handcrafted goods from talented regional makers. Plus, over 20 Plant Fair Experts will be available to answer questions and share tips on everything from vegetable gardening and composting to pollinators and landscaping—just watch for the yellow sun signs!
Families won’t want to miss the Kids’ Zone (10am–3pm on Dallas Street), featuring free activities, crafts, a petting zoo, and the always-popular rubber duckie flume. Enjoy live music throughout the day at 4th & Cedar and keep an eye out for strolling entertainment.
Be sure to stop by the DCA booth for the annual Wheelbarrow Raffle and Downtown Gift Card Raffle, with winners drawn at 3pm!
With beautiful plants, expert advice, family fun, and all the charm of Downtown Camas, it’s the perfect way to celebrate the season 🌿
| | Gnomes, Fairies & Backyard Adventures! | | |
Friday, May 1st | 5–8pm | Downtown Camas
Let the magic begin on May Day! Join us for an enchanted evening--tiny worlds come to life and imagination leads the way!
Come dressed as your favorite gnome, fairy, or backyard creature and wander through our downtown filled with glowing surprises, playful adventures, and delightful discoveries around every corner!
Embark on the Gnome & Fairy Backyard Adventure as participating businesses offer fun activites. Snap a photo with Mr. & Mrs. Gnome, toast marshmallows at 4th & Birch iwth iQ Credit Union, and enjoy charming activities like mini golf, a mushroom hunt, fairy crafts, games, prizes, and more!
Keep your eyes open for hidden painted rocks, indulge in sweet treats, explore local shops, and step into galleries alive with art, music, and spring cheer.
Begin your adventure at the DCA tables at Fuel Medical Group (314 NE Birch), then follow the magic as it leads you through Downtown for an unforgettable night of after-hours shopping, dining, and enchantment.
✨ Sprinkle a little magic on your calendar and join us for a truly unforgettable First Friday in Downtown Camas! ✨
See pictures of last year's event here!
| | RedDoor Gallery 2nd Anniversary! | | Mark your calendar to celebrate RedDoor Gallery's 2nd Anniversary during May's First Friday event! Join them on May 1st from 5-8pm to experience a fine art party with champagne, live demos, prizes and so much artful fun! 411 NE Dallas St. | | **NEW** Interior Design Event at Gallery 408! | | Join Gallery 408 on Thursday, April 23rd from 4-7pm for a very special new event focused on interior design! Designers receive many unique perks when they attend including art loans, early access to pieces and curated sourcing for their projects. Find out all about the incredible art and local artists that make up Gallery 408! 408 NE 4th Ave. | | Spin the Wheel Day at Camas Antiques! | | |
Be sure to head to Camas Antiques this Saturday, April 18th!!! For one day only, spin the vintage prize wheel with your purchase of $25 or more! Prizes include Camas Antiques gift certificates, mini soaps, lotions, Tyler votive candles and specialty candy bars!
Everyone's a winner! 305 NE 4th Ave.
| | Grateful Dawg Show Means Grateful Dogs (and Cats!) | | |
TOMORROW--Friday, April 17th from 7-10pm, a group of musicians from the Camas-Washougal area will converge on A Beer at a Time to pay tribute to America’s Jam Band in a benefit show!
This is a fundraiser event; in lieu of tipping the band, please come prepared to donate to the West Columbia Gorge Humane Society, a wonderful organization that does so much for this community and our furry friends! Make a difference this weekend while enjoying amazing music at one of Camas' favorite pubs! 216 NE 3rd Ave.
| | Autumn Leaf Books Celebrates Independent Bookstore Day! | |
Independent Bookstore Day is Saturday, April 25th, and Autumn Leaf Books is turning the page on an extra-special day filled with surprises, community, and a little bit of magic!
Step inside the shop from 10am-5pm and explore shelves thoughtfully curated for readers of all ages—whether you’re searching for your next page-turner, a meaningful gift, or simply a cozy place to wander. Independent bookstores are the heart of a community, and this is the perfect day to show them some love!
Also, hidden somewhere in the shop is a Golden Ticket—and one lucky visitor who finds it will win 12 free audiobook credits! It’s a real-life treasure hunt for book lovers, adding a fun twist to your browsing adventure! Enjoy chatting with visiting authors and other bibliophiles!
Bring a friend, bring the family, and make a day of it in Downtown Camas. Stop in, support local, and maybe—just maybe—you’ll walk away with the ultimate reader’s prize 📖💛
Because every great story starts at a great bookstore!
| | Lily Boutique Celebrates 3rd Anniversary! | | Lily Boutique celebrates their 3rd Anniversary with a fun party! Join them on Saturday, April 25th and enjoy celebrating a special milestone for the Boutique! 237 NE 4th Ave. | | Britney Spears Night at Drop the Mic! | | |
Oops… you did it again 💋 Join Drop the Mic for Britney Spears Night TOMORROW, April 17th from 6pm-12am! (All ages until 9pm.)
You thought you were staying in… but now you’re grabbing your best Britney look, warming up those vocals, and getting ready to sing like nobody’s watching!
It’s giving iconic. It’s giving throwback. It’s giving “I’m not a girl… I’m a whole vibe.” Hit us, baby, one more time…Because this isn’t just karaoke… it’s your main character moment! See you on the mic! 🎤
See a full list of Drop the Mic events here!
| | Welcome to New DCA Member- Transworld Business Advisors of Vancouver | | |
Ed Fischer, with Transworld Business Advisors of Vancouver, has background in small business ownership and being a successful investor in both commercial and residential real estate over two decades has given him the confidence and experience to support others in their real estate investment endeavors. His mission on the commercial side is to help small businesses acquire their property to earn "owner/user" status. With leasing, he has helped close transactions representing both landlords and tenants for office, retail, and warehouse/flex spaces.
With joining Transworld Business Advisors of Vancouver, Ed has now added the Business Brokerage services to complement his CRE leasing and sales background, working with business owners and entrepreneurs to buy a business, sell a business, value a business, exit planning, or explore franchise development opportunities. Click here to contact Ed.
| | What's Coming Up at the Library | | |
Monday, April 20th @ 6pm.
Join us for a casual talk and conversation with artist Uta Zuendel about her exhibition with Mike Smith on display in the Second Story Gallery from April 3-27.
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Friday, April 24th @ 3:30pm
Celebrate the wonderful world of Anna Dewdney’s Llama Llama series with an afternoon in your coziest PJs and a variety of Llama Llama themed stations. Enjoy crafts, activities, and games inspired by the early literacy and emotional learning found in Anna Dewdney’s beloved books. Plus, don’t miss a photo op and meet and greet with Llama Llama himself!
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Saturday, April 25th @ 2pm
\Kids in grades 3-5 will race against the clock and other teams to complete the same 300-piece puzzle in just two hours. The fastest team will win a prize and bragging rights!
Register Here.
| | Recap of Upcoming Downtown Events | | |
NEW THIS WEEK:
THE GREAT AWAKENING PG13, $8.50
April 17 Fri 4:15p
April 18 Sat 5:15p
April 19 Sun 3:15p
April 20 Mon 4:00p
April 22 Wed 1:15p
April 23 Thu 4:00p open caption
ENCORE:
PROJECT HAIL MARY PG13 $8.50, $7 Tuesday
April 17 Fri 1:00p - 7:30p
April 18 Sat 1:45p - 8:15p
April 19 Sun 6:30p
April 20 Mon 7:20p
April 21 Tue 1:00p - 3:55p
April 22 Wed 4:05p
April 23 Thu 7:00p open caption
SPECIAL ENGAGEMENTS:
National Theatre Live: ALL MY SONS Unrated (not for pre-teens) $18.50, $16 for 60+
April 18 Sat 10:30a
2026 FLY FISHING FILM TOUR unrated, all ages. $17, $15 60+ and <13
April 19 Sun 12:55p
April 21 Tue 7:00p
FIGHT CLUB 4K Remaster (R) $9.75
April 22 Wed 7:00p
MICHAEL (PG13) $10 Special Advance Screening
April 23 Thu 7:30p
CONTINUING:
THE SUPER MARIO GALAXY MOVIE PG $8.50 <6 PM, $9.75> 6PM, $7 on Tuesday, 3D +$2
April 17 Fri 1:45p - 4:30p - 7:05p
April 18 Sat 11:50a - 2:20p - 4:55p - 7:30p
April 19 Sun 12:30p - 3:45p - 6:15p
April 20 Mon 4:50p - 7:00p
April 21 Tue 1:30p - 4:30p - 7:20p
April 22 Wed 2:00p - 4:30p - 7:30p
April 23 Thu 5:00p open caption
For movies times and to buy your tickets, click here!
| | Live Music & More in Downtown Camas | | |
A Beer At A Time offers Trivia Nights on Thursdays at 7pm and LIVE music on Saturdays starting at 7pm and NO COVER! Come down and join the fun!
216 NE 3rd Ave (360) 835-5200
Birch Street Uptown Lounge has live music every Friday and Saturday from 8pm - 11pm. 311 NE Birch St. (360) 210-7219
- Friday 4/17 - Raeann Phillips
- Saturday 4/18 - Blake Johnston
Caps & Taps has Trivia Night every Tuesday at 7pm!
Lane Cellars offers amazing wine and live music plays from 7pm - 9pm!
340 NE 4th Ave
- Friday 4/17 - Nathun Finkhouse & Dennis Belenson
- Saturday 4/18- Owen Kortz
| | Become a Friend of Downtown Camas Today! | | |
Love Downtown Camas? We do, too!
WE WOULD GREATLY APPRECIATE YOUR SUPPORT! The DCA is the 501c3 nonprofit that works every day to help Downtown Camas thrive! From robust events, to marketing our town and businesses, to beautiful flower baskets and lighting and murals, to resources for small businesses--we LOVE this town and are grateful to do this work. Having community support makes things even sweeter!
You can make a monthly donation of whatever works for you and make a difference right here where you live.
Click here to learn more about Being a Friend of Downtown Camas! THANK YOU!
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We love our community - thank you for loving it too!
Fostering community, culture, beauty and prosperity in the heart of Camas!
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