Seattle Vegans Visit Northwest VegFest 2026 🌱🚆

Join us for a fun trip to Northwest VegFest 2026 in Hillsboro, Oregon!

We'll take a scenic Amtrak ride from Seattle to Portland and spend the afternoon at one of the Pacific Northwest's biggest plant-based celebrations.

Expect:

🌱 100+ exhibitors and vendors
🍔 Delicious vegan food and free samples
👨‍🍳 Live chef demonstrations
🎤 Inspiring speakers and panels
🛍️ Plant-based businesses, nonprofits, and sustainable products
🤝 A great day out with fellow Seattle Vegans!

🚆 Plan

Option 1 – Travel together by Amtrak (recommended):
Meet at Seattle King Street Station at 6:30 a.m. We'll board the 7:10 a.m. Amtrak train to Portland together. From there, we'll walk 10 minutes to the light rail station and get on the MAX Red line which will drop us at the VegFest venue; and meet everyone at the entrance around 12:00 PM.

Option 2 – Meet us at VegFest:
If you'd rather drive, carpool, or use another form of transportation, you're welcome to meet the group directly at the Northwest VegFest entrance around 12:00 PM.

🌱 At the Festival

We'll spend the afternoon exploring the festival together, enjoying great food, visiting exhibitors, attending talks, and getting to know fellow Seattle Vegans. Since everyone has different interests, the group may naturally split into smaller groups throughout the day while enjoying the festival.

✨ Featured Speakers include

• Miyoko Schinner (Miyoko's Creamery)
• Gene Baur (Farm Sanctuary)
• Chef AJ

There will also be chef demonstrations, film screenings, fitness workshops, and over 100 exhibitors and vendors to explore throughout the weekend.

🏡 Returning

Return to Seattle the same evening or stay overnight—it's completely up to you.
Evening Amtrak departures from Portland:

• 5:55 PM (leave VegFest a little early)
• 7:25 PM (stay until VegFest closes)

If you stay overnight, you're welcome to return on Sunday or whenever works best.

💰 Estimated Costs

• Northwest VegFest admission: $21
• Amtrak ticket (if traveling by train)
• Food, drinks, and any personal purchases

📌 Important Notes

• Please purchase your own VegFest admission ticket https://nwveg.org/vegfest and transportation https://www.amtrak.com/home.html
• If you're taking Amtrak with the group, booking early is recommended since fares may increase closer to the travel date.
• If you're driving or carpooling, we'll see you at the festival entrance around 12:00 PM.

Come join us for a fun day of great food, inspiring speakers, and good company. We'd love to have you with us! 🌱