Col. Gorge Orchestra Association Presents: Swing Summit at The Ruins: Two Bands, One Night

Weds. 8/27/25 at The Ruins. Doors at 6pm. All-Ages. Outdoor Venue. Tickets are $10. (Click here to purchase.)

The Columbia River Gorge’s premier outdoor music venue, The Ruins, will host an extraordinary evening of jazz with “Swing Summit at The Ruins: Two Bands, One Night.”

On Wednesday, August 27th, two powerhouse ensembles—the Jazz Collective Big Band from Hood River and Portland’s acclaimed NoPo Big Band—will share the stage for a spectacular night of swing under the stars.

This unique double-bill promises an unforgettable showcase of big band music,

featuring everything from beloved standards of the swing era to contemporary jazz

arrangements. Each ensemble will perform a full set, transforming the natural