SEASIDE -- Flowers are blooming in this Oregon Coast resort town, signaling the arrival of the annual Downtown Wine Walk.

Since 2005, Seaside has invited wineries from across Oregon to pour samples at the event, while local merchants provide appetizers and live entertainment.

It’s scheduled for Saturday (May 14), from 3 to 7 p.m.

Buy a wine glass for $7.50; get a wristband (after ID is checked); and a map detailing each location.

Twenty wineries will be pouring at 20 shops and galleries.

The event is so popular on the Oregon Coast that 750 visitors are expected, based on previous wine glass sales.  A second Downtown Wine Walk is held each fall.

For more info, including locations to buy glasses in advance: www.seasidedowntown.com.