River Whyless with special guests, The Barbaras
Jul 31, 2025 from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM
17100 NW Sauvie Island Rd
Portland, OR 97231
Join us at the farm for a special evening of Neo-Traditional Folk and folk-rock with River Whyless of Asheville, North Carolina – plus The Barbaras!
Bring a blanket or lawn chair and soak in live music surrounded by the natural beauty of Sauvie Island, including the farm's wildflowers, animals, and u-pick fields. Come early; the farm entrance, bar, and grill open at 5:00 p.m., offering fresh-grilled farm food, local craft beer, cider, and more!
ADULTS ONLY EVENT Ages 18+
Tickets: $22.50 in advance/$27.50 day of show
The farm entrance, bar & grill open at 5:00 p.m. and performances start at 6:30 p.m.
ABOUT RIVER WHYLESS
Here’s what you need to know about River Whyless: they’re a band from Asheville, North Carolina whose music sits somewhere between folk, indie and something harder to define.
Known for their festival appearances (Newport Folk, Bonnaroo) and for their performances on platforms like NPR’s Tiny Desk, their sound has earned them a reputation for thoughtful songwriting and surprising arrangements.
Their latest album, Monflora, feels like a conversation—between four distinct voices, between tradition and experimentation, and between the familiar and the unexpected. A return to their roots as well as a leap forward, the album blends lush harmonies with a raw, unfiltered energy.
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ABOUT THE BARBARAS
The Barbaras is the collaboration between sisters, Weezy and Sallie Ford. They draw inspiration from mid-century country, doo-wop, and rock ‘n’ roll, blending these influences with a modern lyrical perspective.
The Barbaras released their first full length record “Oh my God Barbara” in 2022 with contributions from James Greenan (Cedar Shakes), Jeff Munger (The Sound Outside, Floating Easements), Mark Robertson (Harlowe), and Buddy Weeks (Jenny Don’t and the Spurs).
ABOUT TOPAZ FARM
Topaz Farm is a regenerative 130-acre family farm for every family, featuring farm-to plate dinners, u-pick berries, flowers & pumpkins, a farm stand and fall harvest activities.
Craft beer, cider, wine, and non-alcoholic beverages will be available at the show and a variety of farm grilled and grab and go food choices including vegetarian, vegan, dairy-free and gluten-free options.
For information about Americana Harvest Fest nights including parking, food, drinks and more, click here.
The full list of other 2025 shows, dinners, workshops and other events at the farm can be seen here.