Wahlburgers, is coming to the 105th Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo this summer, July 30 through Aug. 3. This marks Whaleburgers’ debut in Oregon, offering Oregonians their first taste of the chain’s award-winning burgers, house-made sauces, crispy tots, and creamy shakes via a mobile Wahlburgers stand.
“This is more than just a food stand—it’s a moment,” said Geoff Hinds, CEO and Fair Director. “Wahlburgers is a household name for many and bringing it to Oregon for the first time—at our Fair—is an exciting and memorable milestone.”
Chef Paul Wahlberg, a classically trained chef with deep roots in the restaurant industry, created the Wahlburgers concept. Inspired by childhood memories and family gatherings in Dorchester, Mass., he launched Wahlburgers with the support of his brothers Mark Wahlberg, an actor and entrepreneur, and Donnie Wahlberg, an actor and musician.
Together, they combined family tradition, culinary excellence, and celebrity appeal. Celebrating its 105th year, the Deschutes County Fair & Rodeo is a key Central Oregon event, attracting over 250,000 visitors annually with a mix of agriculture, youth programs, rodeo, carnival rides, concerts, and unique food experiences.
Don’t miss your chance to experience Wahlburgers at the fair, Wednesday, July 30 through Sunday, Aug. 3, at the Deschutes County Fair & Expo Center in Redmond.
For full Fair details, visit www.deschutesfair.com.
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This article appears in Source Weekly July 17, 2025.
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I guess they should change the name of the fair to whatever county Dorchester Mass is in? Hard to imagine they couldn’t find a Dechutes county burger restaurant to sell their Dechutes county product to fair attendees to show what’s actually Dechutes county has to offer. Next thing you know all the ranch animals will be coming from outside of Dechutes county, so much for keeping it local.
I agree with the other comment. Of all the local burger places here, and more opening, they have to go all the way across country to get one. I have never even heard of this, but when I looked it up the draw seems to be because they’re celebrity owned….big deal.