Ben Johnson: Live at the Balch

Balch Patio Sessions are back with a curated live music series that’s intimate, high quality, and always a little bit magical. Come for the evening or make a getaway of it.

Ben Johnson is an emerging voice in the PNW Americana scene and a featured Portland Folk Fest artist, whose style offers a stark portrait of real American life.

With a smoky, story-rich sound, Ben channels the grit and soul of Bob Dylan, Willie Nelson, Chris Stapleton, and Neil Young. His golden-era western folk evokes the lonesome West, inviting listeners into songs that feel timeless and personal.

COST: Live music at the Balch is always free (cover charge waived) for guests lodging or dining at the hotel.

DINING: Tables (full service) are by reservation. Lawn seating is open with counter service at Bistro 1907. No outside food or beverage, please & thanks!

ROOM PACKAGE: Book the Patio Sessions Package to bundle 10% off rooms along with a $50 dining credit, complimentary drinks & waived cover.

KIDS & PUPS: Concerts are all-ages; overnight stays ages 10+. Well-behaved dogs welcome, with pet-friendly rooms by request.

~Reserve a table or book your stay~

More about the historic Balch Hotel: Located in Dufur, Oregon, where the Columbia Gorge meets Oregon's High Desert, the Balch is a 20-room inn and event venue offering historic charm, casually-elegant dining, a scenic and serene outdoor setting, mountain views, and a curated calendar of live music and events.

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