Join a celebration of color and cultivation at PlantFest. The event 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. PlantFest promises a day full of inspiration, expert … [Read more...] about 2026 PlantFest at Clackamas Community College
Portland Neighborhood Garage Sales
Portland garage sale season is June-October. Mark your calendar for these Portland neighborhood garage sales. Since many people have transitioned to working from home for a few days a week or permanently, they've had to make room for workspaces. This means items once thought of as essential have … [Read more...] about Portland Neighborhood Garage Sales
Free Costume Swap at Kindred This Weekend
Halloween costumes can get expensive fast, especially for something you may only wear once. This September, Kindred Vancouver is hosting a free Costume Swap where you can drop off costumes you’re done with and pick up something new-to-you for Halloween. The swap takes place September 25-27 from … [Read more...] about Free Costume Swap at Kindred This Weekend
Free Cider Fest: Fresh-Pressed Cider, Music and More
Portland Fruit Tree Project's annual Cider Fest returns to Northeast Portland on Saturday, October 3. The community harvest celebration is free, all ages and packed with hands-on activities, from apple pressing and kids crafts to live music and community workshops. You can even bring apples … [Read more...] about Free Cider Fest: Fresh-Pressed Cider, Music and More
Portland Bread Fest Returns With $5 Admission
Portland is a city that takes bread seriously. Sourdough, baguettes, croissants, bagels, pastries—if it involves flour, fermentation and a very good crust, chances are someone here has devoted an unreasonable amount of care to making it. Portland Bread Fest brings many of those local bakers … [Read more...] about Portland Bread Fest Returns With $5 Admission
Discount Day at OMSI
The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, better known as OMSI, is one of the nation's leading science centers and we're lucky to have it right here in Portland. OMSI discount day is here to bring one of Portland's best attractions to you for cheap. Science lovers and explorers of the unknown … [Read more...] about Discount Day at OMSI
Free National Alpaca Farm Days Near Portland
If getting face-to-face with an alpaca sounds like a good way to spend a fall Saturday, several farms near Portland are opening their gates for National Alpaca Farm Days. The 20th annual National Alpaca Farm Days is September 26-27, 2026, when participating farms across North America invite … [Read more...] about Free National Alpaca Farm Days Near Portland
Powell’s After Hours Halloween Event in Portland
Powell’s City of Books is keeping the lights on after closing time for a Halloween party built around magicians, fortune tellers, carnival games and plenty of literary weirdness. Powell’s After Hours: A Most Peculiar Evening takes over the downtown Portland bookstore on Saturday, October 24, from … [Read more...] about Powell’s After Hours Halloween Event in Portland
2026 Mount Angel Oktoberfest
Get ready to eat, drink and Polka! The Mount Angel Oktoberfest brings the Bavarian tradition to our state. Every year, the entire town of Mount Angel transforms into Oktoberfest. The event boasts nine entertainment venues brimming with beverages, entertainment, activities, food and … [Read more...] about 2026 Mount Angel Oktoberfest
Portland Middle Eastern Festival
Celebrate a day of traditional food, entertainment and fun at the Portland Middle Eastern Festival. The event is hosted by the St. George Antiochian Orthodox Church, which was founded in 1930 to serve the local Arabic speaking community. Every year, the church opens its door to the … [Read more...] about Portland Middle Eastern Festival
2026 Portland Polish Festival
Experience the food, dance and music of Poland. The annual Polish Festival in Portland hosts a full weekend of free, family-friendly activities. Started in 1993, the Polish Festival is the oldest Polish festival in the Western United States. This event celebrates Polish culture, traditions … [Read more...] about 2026 Portland Polish Festival
Free Portland Promenade Walks Across the City
Walking across Portland in a single day takes some planning. On September 27, Oregon Walks is doing that part for you. The nonprofit is closing out its annual STEPtember series with the first Portland Promenade, a free, approximately 11-mile walk from East Portland to downtown. The route starts at … [Read more...] about Free Portland Promenade Walks Across the City
Free Milwaukie Sustainability Fair: Recycle, Repair, Swap
Got a dead laptop, a bag of Styrofoam, a shirt that needs mending or a couple of books ready for a new home? Bring them along to the Milwaukie Sustainability Fair, where getting rid of your stuff responsibly is part of the fun. The free, all-ages fair returns to downtown Milwaukie on Saturday, … [Read more...] about Free Milwaukie Sustainability Fair: Recycle, Repair, Swap
The Fear PDX Haunted House: Portland’s Largest Halloween Event
One of Portland’s longest-running haunted attractions is back for its 15th Halloween season. The Fear PDX Haunted House opens September 26 with 13 haunted attractions in one location, including five full haunted houses, five scare zones and three mini-haunts. The event runs on select nights … [Read more...] about The Fear PDX Haunted House: Portland’s Largest Halloween Event
Snack Fest: Take a Bite Out of Portland’s Food Market
Free Snack Fest Celebrates Portland Food Snack Fest brings Portland's food scene together for a two-day festival dedicated to snacks, drinks and local makers. Created by the team behind Portland Night Market, the free, all-ages food festival features food trucks, hot food vendors, packaged treats … [Read more...] about Snack Fest: Take a Bite Out of Portland’s Food Market
2026 Portland Area Fall Festivals
Fall festival season is here, bringing harvest celebrations, cultural festivals and quirky Portland traditions to the area. This year's Portland area fall festivals include free community celebrations, cider pressing, live music, cultural performances, local food and giant pumpkins paddled across a … [Read more...] about 2026 Portland Area Fall Festivals
Native Seed Propagation Workshops in Portland
Want to grow native plants from seed but aren't sure where to start? A hands-on native seed propagation workshop in Portland is teaching gardeners the basics of starting native plants at home. Floraboros and Sparrowhawk Native Plants are partnering for two workshops at SymbiOp Garden Shop in … [Read more...] about Native Seed Propagation Workshops in Portland
2026 El Grito Portland: Free Celebration Kicks Off Hispanic Heritage Month
Attend El Grito, a vibrant celebration of Latin American culture in Portland. El Grito is the celebration of Mexican independence and the most important holiday celebrated by the Hispanic community in Oregon. It honors the rich history, culture, and contributions of American citizens whose … [Read more...] about 2026 El Grito Portland: Free Celebration Kicks Off Hispanic Heritage Month
Nature Walk and Storytime at Tryon Creek
Take storytime into the forest at Tryon Creek State Natural Area. Friends of Tryon Creek is hosting a fall and winter Nature Walk and Storytime series for families. Each event combines a nature-themed story with an activity and a short walk through the forest to learn about local plants and … [Read more...] about Nature Walk and Storytime at Tryon Creek
Free Book Swap at Kindred Vancouver
Your next great read doesn't have to cost anything. Kindred Vancouver is hosting a free three-day Book Swap September 11–13, where you can drop off books you’re finished with and take home new-to-you titles from other readers. Best of all, you do not need to bring a book to take a book. It's an … [Read more...] about Free Book Swap at Kindred Vancouver
Panda Fest Portland: Asian Food Festival at Waterfront Park
Portland is getting a three-day celebration of Asian food, culture and art right on the waterfront. Panda Fest takes over Tom McCall Waterfront Park September 11–13, bringing more than 80 food vendors, hundreds of street food options, cultural performances, shopping and plenty of panda-themed fun … [Read more...] about Panda Fest Portland: Asian Food Festival at Waterfront Park
Romancing Portland Festival Brings Romance Authors to Town
Romance readers are taking over downtown Portland this weekend. The first Romancing Portland convention takes place September 11–13 at The Sentinel, bringing romance and romantasy authors, panels, workshops, book shopping and special events together for an adults-only weekend centered around all … [Read more...] about Romancing Portland Festival Brings Romance Authors to Town
Free Tomato Fest Returns to Portland September 12
Tomato season deserves a celebration, and Portland is throwing one—and the whole thing is free. Tomato Fest returns to Wellspent Market in Southeast Portland on Saturday, Sept. 12, bringing together some of the region’s best tomatoes, local food, cooking demonstrations, music, crafts and plenty of … [Read more...] about Free Tomato Fest Returns to Portland September 12
Free Repair Fairs in Portland: Fix Your Stuff and Learn How
Got something broken at home that you’ve been meaning to fix? Before you spend money replacing it, take it to a free Portland Repair Fair. Repair Fairs bring together local volunteers with all kinds of repair skills to help community members fix broken or worn-out items. Even better, the goal isn’t … [Read more...] about Free Repair Fairs in Portland: Fix Your Stuff and Learn How
AMP Fest Returns to Portland September 11–12 With Affordable Live Music for a Cause
Looking for live music in Portland that won’t completely drain your wallet? AMP Music Festival returns to the Star Theater September 11–12 for two nights of local and touring musicians, with tickets starting at just $25 and proceeds supporting youth experiencing homelessness. The festival brings … [Read more...] about AMP Fest Returns to Portland September 11–12 With Affordable Live Music for a Cause
8 Salmon Spawning Locations Near Portland
One of the best things about living in Portland is how easy it is to trade city streets for forests, rivers and wildlife. Every fall, salmon return to the streams and rivers around the region, making their incredible journey upstream to spawn. You don't have to travel far to see this seasonal … [Read more...] about 8 Salmon Spawning Locations Near Portland
The Best Scenic Drives for Fall Colors in Oregon
Oregon is beautiful year-round, but fall brings some of the state’s most spectacular scenery. As summer fades, Oregon’s forests and mountain landscapes transform with brilliant shades of yellow, orange and red. If you’re looking for the best places to see fall colors in Oregon, hit the road. From … [Read more...] about The Best Scenic Drives for Fall Colors in Oregon
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