The Portland House and Outdoor Living Show wants to make your dream home a reality. This event promises a haven for homeowners and backyard enthusiasts alike. Whether you're looking to renovate, remodel or simply seeking inspiration, this is the place to be this weekend. Also happening this … [Read more...] about 2024 Portland House and Outdoor Living Show
2024 Portland Bazaar
Put money back into the community when you shop local small businesses at Portland Bazaar. Since 2011, this event has highlighted the skilled artists, makers and small businesses of Portland, Oregon. This year, the event is hosting three markets at locations throughout the city. You may also … [Read more...] about 2024 Portland Bazaar
Looking for Wildflower Hikes? Use This Bloom Map
Get out and enjoy our region's beautiful flora on a wildflower hike. You'll always know what's in bloom with this map. Spring has sprung in the Northwest. We've already seen many of the best springtime blooms filling our neighborhoods and parks with vibrant colors. If you enjoy hiking and want to … [Read more...] about Looking for Wildflower Hikes? Use This Bloom Map
Community Recycling Event at Revolution Hall
Need to get rid of hard-to-recycle items? Bring them to New Seasons Market's community recycling event. Community organizations James Recycling, Waste Free Advocates, Simple Sundries, Community Warehouse and Green Century Electronics Recycling are collecting items that you can't recycle in … [Read more...] about Community Recycling Event at Revolution Hall
2024 Lilac Days at Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens
Every spring, the Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens hosts Lilac Days to celebrate the beauty blooms and legacy of a plant pioneer. The annual event takes place for 23 days on a quaint historic farm just off of I-5 in Woodland, Washington. Hulda Klager, known as the Lilac Lady, began hybridizing … [Read more...] about 2024 Lilac Days at Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens
Ride the Free Shuttle at Washington Park
Washington Park is the keeper of Portland's best attractions. The International Rose Test Garden, Oregon Zoo, Hoyt Arboretum, and more dazzling sights are all housed within the 410-acre property. The best way to access the attractions at Washington Park is on the free shuttle. The Washington Park … [Read more...] about Ride the Free Shuttle at Washington Park
Oregon Potters Association Ceramic Showcase
In its 41st year, the Oregon Potters Association invites the public to a free ceramic showcase. The association represents a group of diverse ceramic artists, makers, teachers and students. At the annual event, the members bring their creations under one roof for the whole community to … [Read more...] about Oregon Potters Association Ceramic Showcase
Your Guide to the Partial Solar Eclipse on April 8
A partial solar eclipse can be seen in Oregon this April. Here's your guide to making the most of this astronomical event. Here's what you need to know about this natural phenomenon. I've gathered information about the upcoming eclipse along with how to safely see an eclipse and the best spots in … [Read more...] about Your Guide to the Partial Solar Eclipse on April 8
Free Paper Shredding at Office Depot or OfficeMax
Safely dispose of your personal documents during the free paper shredding events at Office Depot and OfficeMax. Having your documents shredded helps protect you from identity theft or a data breach. Thankfully, there are free document shredding events happening throughout the Portland … [Read more...] about Free Paper Shredding at Office Depot or OfficeMax
Underwear Trade-Up Event at Duluth Trading Co.
Need a new pair of underwear? Attend the Underwear Trade-Up Event at Duluth Trading Co. Get rid of a pair of holey, old undies and get a new pair for free at this one-day-only event. Here are the details: Underwear Trade-Up Event at Duluth Trading Co. On April 6, 2024, head to … [Read more...] about Underwear Trade-Up Event at Duluth Trading Co.
Self-Guided Tour of Portland’s Monkey Puzzle Trees
Looking for a fun, outdoor activity like no other? Let me tell you why a self-guided tour of Portland's monkey puzzle trees should be your next adventure. Monkey puzzle trees, Araucaria araucana, are one of the most unique looking species in our city. I remember the first time I noticed one I … [Read more...] about Self-Guided Tour of Portland’s Monkey Puzzle Trees
2024 Montavilla Street Fair
The Montavilla Street Fair is held along a trendy stretch of Stark Street just east of Mt Tabor. The event hosts some of Portland's best art, food and creative scene. This is one of several Portland street fairs. The event invites the community to come together for a day of summertime fun. 2024 … [Read more...] about 2024 Montavilla Street Fair
McMenamins History Pubs
McMenamins History Pub invites you to explore Oregon and Pacific Northwest history. Enjoy an evening with local experts, scholars, first-person experiencers and historians who dive into topics from Lewis and Clark to shipwrecks, hop growing to women pioneers and beyond. McMenamins History … [Read more...] about McMenamins History Pubs
Bring-Your-Own-Cup Day at 7-Eleven
Attention all Slurpee lovers! Mark your calendars for April 13, 2024, because 7-Eleven is hosting a one-of-a-kind event that will surely quench your thirst and ignite your creativity. Here's how you can get creative with your drinking vessel of choice this weekend. Bring-Your-Own-Cup Day … [Read more...] about Bring-Your-Own-Cup Day at 7-Eleven
Free Birthday Admission at Leach Botanical Garden
In celebration of its 40th anniversary, Leach Botanical Garden is offering free birthday admission to everyone in 2024. Leach Botanical Garden is a natural oasis nestled in Southeast Portland. The 16-acre estate features more than 2,000 plant species growing along the banks of Johnson … [Read more...] about Free Birthday Admission at Leach Botanical Garden
2024 Target Car Seat Trade-In Event
Need a new carseat? Trade in your old one and get a new one during this special Target event. Every year, Target hosts a special trade-in event for shoppers to get rid of their old car seats and get a deal on new seats for their little ones. Here are the details about the 2024 … [Read more...] about 2024 Target Car Seat Trade-In Event
Portland Flea Vintage, Handmade Market
Calling all vintage, handmade, food loving Portlanders! Explore one-of-a-kind goods at Portland Flea. For the past 12 years, Portland Flea has created a gathering place for our city's creators to showcase their talents. Get out and join your community of makers, food purveyors and curators at … [Read more...] about Portland Flea Vintage, Handmade Market
Mike Bennett’s Wonderwood Mini Golf Course
Mark your calendars! Mike Bennett's latest interactive creation is underway. The imaginative fantasy realm of Wonderwood is transforming into an interactive adventure for all ages. Wonderwood Mini Golf invites you on an exciting quest filled with magical wonders. From street signs and … [Read more...] about Mike Bennett’s Wonderwood Mini Golf Course
2024 Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival
Want to stroll through 40 acres of tulips this spring? The 2024 Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival will dazzle visitors this spring with its bounty of blooms. For 40 years, this Woodburn, Oregon, tulip festival has been a springtime delight with beautiful blossoms of every color … [Read more...] about 2024 Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival
Crafternoon Events at SCRAP PDX
Love crafting? Visit SCRAP PDX for an upcoming crafternoon. SCRAP Creative Reuse Portland is a nonprofit that inspires creative reuse and environmental sustainability through educational programs and affordable materials for the community. Each week, the local shop is hosting Crafternoon. Here … [Read more...] about Crafternoon Events at SCRAP PDX
Top 5 Multnomah County Library Card Perks You Need to Know About
The the library is one of the last remaining places where you can access resources and services at no cost. From classes to skills training to e-catalogues, libraries have become a resource hub for communities across the Portland area. The best part is all of these services are completely free to … [Read more...] about Top 5 Multnomah County Library Card Perks You Need to Know About
Free Solar Eclipse Glasses at Warby Parker
An extraordinary celestial event is just around the corner, and Warby Parker is here to make sure you don't miss a moment of it. On April 8, the last total solar eclipse visible from the contiguous United States until 2044 will grace the skies. Whether you're in the path of totality or catching a … [Read more...] about Free Solar Eclipse Glasses at Warby Parker
Trillium Festival at Tryon Creek Natural Area
Tyron Creek Natural Area is celebrating one of Portland's must-see spring blooms. The Trillium Festival invites you to get outside and enjoy this special seasonal flower. Located in Southwest Portland, Tryon Creek is one of Portland’s best urban parks. This beautiful natural area is a … [Read more...] about Trillium Festival at Tryon Creek Natural Area
2024 Free and Cheap Easter Events
Looking for a fun way to celebrate Easter with the whole family? Find an Easter egg hunt or event near your Portland neighborhood or neighboring city. From religious ceremonies to secular festivities, Easter is a time when families and communities come together to mark the end of winter, embrace … [Read more...] about 2024 Free and Cheap Easter Events
2024 Portland Spring Festivals
Get ready for spring festivals in Portland. My favorite season in Portland is spring. By March, the sun starts to shine once again and our neighborhoods come to life with the sights and smells of springtime blooms. It feels like our city is rising anew with a bounty of opportunities to get out … [Read more...] about 2024 Portland Spring Festivals
Hortlandia Plant and Garden Art Sale
Get your garden ready for the growing season at the Hortlandia Plant and Garden Art Sale. The sale is hosted by the Hardy Plant Society of Oregon. Founded in 1984, the organization is dedicated to nurturing the gardening community in Oregon and Southwest Washington. The organization … [Read more...] about Hortlandia Plant and Garden Art Sale
Yozakura Festival Illuminates Cherry Blossoms in Gresham
Yozakura Festival celebrates the beauty of cherry blossom trees at the Gresham Japanese Garden. The magic of springtime in Japan has long been synonymous with the enchanting spectacle of cherry blossoms in full bloom. Traditionally celebrated through hanami, or cherry blossom viewing parties, … [Read more...] about Yozakura Festival Illuminates Cherry Blossoms in Gresham
Go on a Spring Break Adventure in and around Portland
Spring break in Portland is the ideal time to get out of the house and explore the many wonderful places our part of the Northwest has to offer. Portland area schools will be on spring break from March 25-29, 2024. If you're looking for a unique experience for the entire family, look no further … [Read more...] about Go on a Spring Break Adventure in and around Portland
2024 McMenamins UFO Fest
McMenamins is hosting its annual festival for believers and skeptics alike. Head to the 24th annual UFO Fest this May. The festival is inspired by the 1950 UFO sighting on a farm outside McMinnville. The story goes that on the night of Thursday, May 11, 1950, Evelyn Trent went out to feed her … [Read more...] about 2024 McMenamins UFO Fest
Easter Harvest Festival at Topaz Farm
Spring is upon us, and what better way to celebrate the season than by attending the Easter Harvest Festival at Topaz Farm. Spend the day enjoying farm adventures, family activities and a celebration of the Easter spirit. Easter Harvest Festival at Topaz Farm On Saturday, March 30, from 9 a.m … [Read more...] about Easter Harvest Festival at Topaz Farm
2024 Bricks Cascade LEGO Fan Expo
Let your imagination run wild at Portland's premier public LEGO event this weekend. The Oregon Convention Center is transforming into a LEGO enthusiast's dream. In its 12th year, the Bricks Cascade LEGO Fan Expo brings together hundreds of builders from the Pacific Northwest and around the world … [Read more...] about 2024 Bricks Cascade LEGO Fan Expo
Stars Antiques Malls Easter Egg Hunt
Head to Sellwood for a special Easter egg hunt for vintage and antique lovers at Stars Antiques Malls. Opened in 1990, Stars and Splendid Antiques Mall is owned by three friends who turned a passion for collecting and decorating into a business. The mall has two locations right across the … [Read more...] about Stars Antiques Malls Easter Egg Hunt
Easter Egg Hunt at Bella Organic Farm
Celebrate Easter on the farm! Kids and adults of all ages are welcome to participate in the Easter Egg Hunt at Bella Organic Farm. Bella Organic is a 100-acre certified organic farm and winery on Sauvie Island that is open year round. They grow more than 70 varieties of berries, fruits, … [Read more...] about Easter Egg Hunt at Bella Organic Farm
PDX Sidewalk Joy Map: Visit Neighborhood Galleries, Exchanges and Displays
Take a self-guided tour of local creations using the PDX Sidewalk Joy Map. This map showcases fun, interactive neighborhood galleries, exchanges and displays. While exploring the joy map, you may also come across Portland's beloved monkey puzzle trees. Here's how you can make the most … [Read more...] about PDX Sidewalk Joy Map: Visit Neighborhood Galleries, Exchanges and Displays
Free Tax Preparation and Filing in Portland
Take the stress and expense out of filing taxes. Looking for free help with your tax preparation? You're in luck. These tax support programs will help you prepare your documents and file your taxes. Taxes can be tricky, but filing them should not come at a high cost to you. Keep in mind … [Read more...] about Free Tax Preparation and Filing in Portland
Open Farm Days at Zenger Farm
Celebrate Saturday on the farm! Zenger Farm is hosting family-friendly activities during Open Farm Days. Zenger Farm is a 24-acre combined farm and wetland in southeast Portland. The urban farm hosts educational activities in a natural environment. Programs teach kids and adults the importance of … [Read more...] about Open Farm Days at Zenger Farm
Portland Indigenous Marketplace
Explore creations from Indigenous and Black artists and entrepreneurs at the Portland Indigenous Marketplace. The event supports creators by providing barrier-free, culturally respectful spaces to grow their small businesses and educating the public about their ancestry. Here's information … [Read more...] about Portland Indigenous Marketplace
Thriftapalooza: Get Discount Tickets to the Sustainable Thrifting Market
Sponsored post Thriftapalooza is coming to Portland! Portland is known for its thrifting scene. From flea markets to secondhand shops to buy nothing groups, our community embraces sustainability and waste reduction in our everyday lives. If you love searching for new-to-you items and … [Read more...] about Thriftapalooza: Get Discount Tickets to the Sustainable Thrifting Market
Spring Equinox Garden Fair at Leach Botanical Garden
Celebrate the beginning of a new season, nature and gardening at the Spring Equinox Garden Fair. Leach Botanical Garden is a natural oasis nestled in Southeast Portland. The 16-acre estate features more than 2,000 plant species growing along the banks of Johnson Creek. Adding to the unique charm … [Read more...] about Spring Equinox Garden Fair at Leach Botanical Garden
2024 Easter Brunch and Dinner To Go in Portland
Looking for an alternative for your feast this Easter? Portland restaurants and grocery stores are offering holiday brunch and dinner to go. This is a great way to have a delicious meal with all the fixings from the comfort of your home, while taking the stress out of preparing it yourself. … [Read more...] about 2024 Easter Brunch and Dinner To Go in Portland
Baskin-Robbins: Get a Cheap Ice Cream Scoop on the 31st
Baskin-Robbins' Celebrate 31 promotion has returned! Get a cheap scoop on the 31st of the month. Why 31? The founders of Baskin-Robbins, Burt and Irv, launched the ice cream shop with 31 flavors. This let visitors have a new flavor to try every day of the month. Here's how you can get a … [Read more...] about Baskin-Robbins: Get a Cheap Ice Cream Scoop on the 31st
Easter Bunny Express Train Ride
Celebrate the return of spring at the Easter Bunny Express train ride with the Oregon Rail Heritage Center. The Oregon Pacific Railroad is a family owned and operated freight railroad company. The company operates a special passenger train along the East Portland Division railroad line in … [Read more...] about Easter Bunny Express Train Ride
Where to See Cherry Blossoms in Portland
After another grey, cold winter in Portland, I think I speak for all of us when I say spring cannot come soon enough. Thankfully, Portland is filled with one of the best signs that spring has officially sprung—cherry blossoms. From March to April, cherry blossoms burst into bloom throughout the … [Read more...] about Where to See Cherry Blossoms in Portland
The Best Places to Sell Your Stuff in Portland
Twice a year, I purge my home of unwanted goods. Looking around my house there are a lot of things in good shape that I never use. Here's where I sell my stuff in Portland. Instead of bagging everything up and taking it to Goodwill or Salvation Army, I sell my stuff. In the past two years, I've … [Read more...] about The Best Places to Sell Your Stuff in Portland
Portland St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Celebrate the luck of the Irish at the 35th annual St. Patrick's Day Parade in Portland. It's that time of the year again when the streets of the Irvington neighborhood in Portland transform into a sea of green, and the sound of bagpipes fills the air. The parade is just around the corner, and … [Read more...] about Portland St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Open Archery Range at Trackers Portland
Learn a new skill during open archery range days at Trackers Portland. Trackers is a team of expert educators who connect kids and adults with real adventures in the natural world. Here's how you can shoot your shot once a week at the organization's headquarters. Open Archery Range Days … [Read more...] about Open Archery Range at Trackers Portland
Get a Free Krispy Kreme Doughnut on St. Patrick’s Day
Krispy Kreme is going green for St. Patrick's Day. This deal is a real treasure for doughnut lovers. For the holiday, Krispy Kreme is offering a collection of four themed doughnuts. The doughnut shop is also bringing back its O’riginal Glazed Doughnut, which is a green version of everyone's … [Read more...] about Get a Free Krispy Kreme Doughnut on St. Patrick’s Day
Whale Watching Week on the Oregon Coast
Oregon is truly a natural wonder. In Portland, we're lucky enough to live a short drive from the mountain and the ocean. If you're looking for an unforgettable day trip or want to get out of the city during winter break, head to the coast for whale watching. Nearly 20,000 gray whales will be … [Read more...] about Whale Watching Week on the Oregon Coast
Free Carousel and Train Rides at Oaks Park
Oaks Amusement Park invites the community to enjoy two vintage pieces of Portland's history free of charge. Portland's very own amusement park has been bringing joy to the young and young at heart since 1905. In fact, it is one of the oldest continually operating amusement parks in the … [Read more...] about Free Carousel and Train Rides at Oaks Park
2024 Peacock Lane: Portland’s Christmas Street
Every December, a quiet street in southeast Portland transforms its charming homes into a holiday spectacular for all to enjoy. Nothing says it is Christmastime in Portland quite like a trip down Peacock Lane, one of Portland's must-see holiday light displays. 2024 Peacock Lane: … [Read more...] about 2024 Peacock Lane: Portland’s Christmas Street