OREGON CHOCOLATE FESTIVAL takes place in Ashland, OR the first weekend of March.It is completely dedicated to Oregon chocolatiers and their fantastic creations. This show brings together more than 35 Oregon chocolate companies who present a variety of fine chocolates and chocolate-inspired products that tease taste buds of over 1500 visitors. This weekend long event takes place at the Ashland Springs Hotel and many other locations throughout downtown Ashland.Festival attractions include:Meet, sample & buy! – Over 40 Oregon chocolatiers and other specialty food vendors present their products and tease your palate with fantastic and surprising flavors! (Saturday & Sunday at the hotel). View entire list of vendors and all the information on www.AshlandSpringsHotel.comChocolate & Wine Tasting Events Chocolate Maker's Dinner on Friday, Chocolate & Art Gallery Walk organized by the Ashland Gallery Association on Friday Chocolate Martini SPA Facial Party Chocolate treatments at Waterstone Spa & Salon – enjoy blissful massage, mani & pedi, body scrub and other treatments designed to utilize beneficial antioxidants found in chocolate! Other festival events: Chocolate Product Competition, Seminars & Talks.