Trisha Gene Brady 7/19 Concert in Hood River: A Music Benefit for Crag
Kick off Crag’s 25th Anniversary with a special summer evening of live music featuring acclaimed roots artist Trisha Gene Brady. Hosted at The Ruins, Hood River’s favorite live music venue, this fun summer concert is the perfect way to enjoy great music while supporting a cause you care about.
Come connect in community, soak up a summer night, and celebrate 25 years of protecting the Pacific Northwest. Plus, don’t miss your chance to win prizes and pick up limited-edition anniversary merch.
Start the summer off right with a summer concert in the Gorge!
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What: Trisha Gene Brady summer concert in Hood River
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When: Sunday, July 19, 2026 | Doors open at 5:30 PM, Show starts at 6 PM
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Where: The Ruins, 13 Railroad Street, Hood River, OR 97031
General admission tickets are $20 in advance and $25 at the door. A limited number of VIP tickets are available for $50 and include reserved seating and early entry at 4:30 PM for a reception with Trisha Gene and Crag staff. Doors open at 5:30 PM and the show starts at 6 PM. Full details are below!
About the Artists
Trisha Gene Brady is a Knoxville, Tennessee–based roots musician and the former vocalist/multi-instrumentalist (guitar, mandolin, percussion) for the nationally touring Americana band The Black Lillies. A versatile and widely recognized voice in the genre, she has been featured by major outlets including Rolling Stone, Billboard, NPR’s Mountain Stage, and PBS, and is one of the few independent artists to have performed at the Grand Ole Opry more than 30 times. Brady has appeared at top festivals such as Bonnaroo, SXSW, and New Orleans Jazz Fest, and was recently named the 2026 “Boundless: Artist in the Archives” at the University of Tennessee in partnership with Big Ears Festival.
Come for the Music. Stay for the Mission.
All night long, you’ll find Crag Law Center at our table—ready to connect, share our work, and invite you into the movement. We’ll be:
- Accepting donations to support environmental legal advocacy
- Selling Crag merch
- Sharing ways to get involved
- Giving out prizes! We’ll have a prize wheel and special prize drawings throughout the event.
Stop by and say hi, ask questions, and learn how your support helps protect the places we all love.
Celebrating 25 years of people powered wins
For 25 years, Crag has been winning real protections for the places we love—powered by people like you. This milestone year, we’re celebrating those victories while looking ahead to what’s next: more community action, more impact, and more ways to get involved. From special events like this concert to limited-edition merch and stories from the front lines, our 25th Anniversary is all about honoring the collective power behind every win—and inviting you to support the next wave of environmental wins!
FAQs
Do I need to buy tickets in advance?
While we recommend you get your tickets in advance, we will also be selling tickets at the door. General Admission tickets are $20 in Advance (available online until midnight on 7/18/2026), and $25 at the door. VIP Tickets are only available in advance. VIP Tickets are $50, and include a $25 donation to Crag, reserved seating at the venue, and entry to a private reception with Trisha Gene Brady before the concert (4:30-5:30 PM). All tickets include one ticket for a prize drawing. Kids 12 and under get in free!
When does the show start?
Doors open at 5:30 PM, and the show begins at 6 PM. There is no early entry unless you attend the special VIP reception at 4:30.
What's the address for this event?
This event is at The Ruins in Hood River, Oregon. Their address is 13 Railroad Street, Hood River, OR 97031.
Is the event indoors or outdoors?
Summer shows are held in The Ruins’ beautiful outdoor venue (weather permitting). In the case of rain, the show will be moved indoors.
Is there seating, or should I bring a chair?
Seating is extremely limited, and outside chairs are not allowed. If having a seat is important to you, The Ruins suggests you plan to arrive right when doors open at 5:30 PM. You can also reserve seats by purchasing VIP Tickets!
Is this event family friendly?
The show is all-ages until 7 PM, and then becomes 13+ after that. So families with young kiddos can only hang out until 7 PM!
Will there be food and drinks available?
Yes—Columbia Gorge Crepes will be selling food on site. Beverages will also be available for purchase. Also, please note that outside alcohol is not allowed.
Is this event dog friendly?
Unfortunately, dogs are not allowed at The Ruins during concerts.
I want to support Crag. Where can I donate?
You can make a donation to Crag when you purchase your tickets and/or at the event. You can also donate online here.
Where should I park?
The nearby lot is owned by Mt. Hood Railroad and requires a small fee (usually around $4). Space can be limited, so walking, biking or carpooling is encouraged (ample bike rack space is available). Please be good neighbors There is limited parking near the venue, so plan to use nearby street parking or public lots in Hood River. Arriving early will give you the best chance at finding a convenient spot. Also, please note that there is no re-entry once you’ve entered the venue.
Is there anything else I should know?
- Doors open at 5:30 PM—unless you come for the VIP Reception, which starts at 4 PM. The show starts at 6 PM.
- Bring a friend and come say hi to Crag Law Center at our table
- There is no re-entry once you’ve entered the venue.
- We’ll be accepting donations, selling merch, and giving out prizes for folks that stop by and chat with us!
Come for the music, stay for the community—we’re excited to see you there!
Gallery
Below are some photos of the venue and Trisha Gene Brady.
