Dec 9, 2016

Farwest Announces Changes for 2017

The 2017 Farwest Show, in response to the needs and wishes of 2016’s 400+ exhibitors and 6,000+ attendees, will change the days and times for the show in 2017.

Farwest 2017 will take place entirely in the work week — Wednesday, Aug. 23 through Friday, Aug. 25. Show Expo hours will be 12 noon to 5 p.m. Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday, and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday.

“These schedule changes are in direct response to input and feedback from the most important people associated with The Farwest Show — our attendees and exhibitors,” said Allan Niemi, Director of Events with the Oregon Association of Nurseries

The show will now open later, at noon on Wednesday, to give exhibitors more morning time for meetings, seminars, or nursery tours. Thursday offers a full day of floor hours. Friday hours are abbreviated to allow time for afternoon nursery tours, post-show meetings with exhibitors, or travel home in time for the weekend.

Show producer, The Oregon Association of Nurseries, believes the new weekdays and hours will enhance the overall experience for exhibitors and attendees with more opportunities for networking, education and touring. Additionally, ending the show on Friday instead of Saturday opens up possibilities for longer stays with more time for work or recreation in Nursery Country and the Portland area.

Complete details on Farwest 2017 will be posted at www.farwestshow.com in the coming weeks and months. For further questions, contact Allan Niemi, director of events, at 503.582.2005 and aniemi@oan.org.