Connect with your community and support regional artists, studios, workshops, and galleries at the Troutdale Arts Festival at Glenn Otto Park along the Sandy River. Hosted by Cascadia Arts Association, the festival features more than 75 art vendors. Art forms include mixed media, jewelry, … [Read more...] about 2022 Troutdale Arts Festival
Farm Walk About at Frog Pond Farm
Get up close with farm animals and enjoy family-friendly activities during a Farm Walk About. Every spring and summer, Frog Pond Farm invites the public to spend the day enjoying life on the 40-acre property. On the weekend, bring your family to explore the farmyard by feeding animals and playing … [Read more...] about Farm Walk About at Frog Pond Farm
Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden: Southeast Portland’s Botanical Oasis
Nestled between Reed College and the Eastmoreland Golf Course is an urban oasis called Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden. On the 9-acre property grows a collection of rare species and hybrid rhododendrons, azaleas, shrubs, companion plants and unusual trees. The garden blends water and land as … [Read more...] about Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden: Southeast Portland’s Botanical Oasis
Free and Cheap Events this Week in Portland
Never Miss Out on Frugal Fun in Portland There are so many ways you can participate in fun activities in Portland without breaking your budget. Use this list of free and cheap events this week as your guide to having frugal fun throughout the metro area. To stay up to date on all the … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Events this Week in Portland
Get $10 Tickets to The Tesla City Stories Live Vintage Radio Theater Onstage
Sponsored post Get a special discount on tickets to this one-of-a-kind Portland theater experience, The Tesla City Stories Live Vintage Radio Theater Onstage. Have you ever wondered what storytelling was like before modern technology? See it come to life right before your eyes at The Tesla … [Read more...] about Get $10 Tickets to The Tesla City Stories Live Vintage Radio Theater Onstage
Maizee Mae’s Vintage and Collectible Market
Find one-of-a-kind treasures at Maizee Mae's Vintage and Collectible Market. If you love browsing unique goods and filling your home with unique items, this is the event for you. The market brings together the best of our community's treasure hunters to display vintage, collectible and specialty … [Read more...] about Maizee Mae’s Vintage and Collectible Market
Love Trivia? Play and Win at Trivia Nights
Enjoy great drinks, food and fun at Portland trivia nights. Looking for a fun evening event for your friends? Trivia nights are popular gatherings at bars and restaurants throughout the Portland metro. There are multiple trivia nights around town nearly every night of the week. Trivia buffs play … [Read more...] about Love Trivia? Play and Win at Trivia Nights
2022 Tigard Festival of Balloons
Look up as hot air balloons take to the sky over Cook Park during the Tigard Festival of Balloons. The festival is all about community. It provides fundraising opportunities for local nonprofit organizations while inviting the public to come together for a fun celebration. The event … [Read more...] about 2022 Tigard Festival of Balloons
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
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
Family Night at Mike’s Drive-In
You really cannot go wrong with a fresh patty, cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickle and onion on a sesame seed bun. Since 1971, Mike's Drive-In has been keeping traditions alive as one of Portland's old school eateries serving all your favorite drive-in comfort food. Enjoy burgers, fries, shakes … [Read more...] about Family Night at Mike’s Drive-In
Free and Cheap Events this Weekend
Inexpensive Activities for All There is always something to do in Portland. Yet, not all events in the Rose City come with a cheap price tag. If you're looking to have a great time without breaking the budget, you've come to the right place.Free events in Portland Every week I will add new free … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Events this Weekend
Portland Rose Festival Free and Cheap Events
For more than 100 years, the Portland Rose Festival has been a beloved celebration of our beautiful city. It takes place every year from the end of May through June. This citywide celebration is inclusive of everyone with many free and cheap events for everyone to enjoy. The 2022 Rose … [Read more...] about Portland Rose Festival Free and Cheap Events
50+ Portland Area Thrift and Consignment Stores
Portlanders love thrift and consignment stores. Thankfully, our city caters to this affinity and is chock full of places where bargain hunters thrive. Whether your style is a pair of Levi's jeans and a secondhand flannel or a vintage dress with like new Dr. Martens or Frye's, you'll find it at these … [Read more...] about 50+ Portland Area Thrift and Consignment Stores
Dozer Day at Clark County Event Center
Dozer Day lets your kids and kids at heart get behind the wheel with construction professionals. The annual event aims to educate people of all ages about building sustainable communities, industry opportunities and public safety. Your family can get up close with heavy construction equipment, … [Read more...] about Dozer Day at Clark County Event Center
BOHEME PDX: An Outdoor Market for Portland Creators
Explore an outdoor market of Portland artists, musicians, makers and other small business owners at the BOHEME PDX. If you love finding one-of-a-kind, handcrafted local goods, plan on visiting BOHEME PDX this year. The market, located at the convergence of Slabtown and the Pearl, has a curated … [Read more...] about BOHEME PDX: An Outdoor Market for Portland Creators
Need Tools? Borrow Them at Portland’s Tool Libraries
Use these Portland tool libraries to save on your next home improvement project. I don't know about you, but my toolkit consists of a random assortment of screws, a hammer and a butter knife that I used to assemble my IKEA bookcase. Buying tools is not in my budget, but in Portland I don't have … [Read more...] about Need Tools? Borrow Them at Portland’s Tool Libraries
Cultural Heritage Immersion Day Free Admission and Activities
On Saturday, celebrate Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month with free community performances, activities and admission to Portland cultural institutions. Cultural Heritage Immersion Day is hosted by Oregon Rises Above Hate and honors our Asian, Asian American, Native Hawaiian and … [Read more...] about Cultural Heritage Immersion Day Free Admission and Activities
APPI Heritage Month Free Film Screenings
The West Linn-Wilsonville School District invites the community to free film screenings celebrating Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month. Throughout the month of May, the school district is hosting three film screenings with brief discussions afterward. Here is the … [Read more...] about APPI Heritage Month Free Film Screenings
North Portland Free Clothing Exchange
Update your wardrobe at this free community clothing exchange. The North Portland Free Clothing Exchange was started by a group of friends who were looking for a way to pass along gently used clothing, especially for their kids who outgrew clothes quickly. The clothing exchange is built on the … [Read more...] about North Portland Free Clothing Exchange
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
Planet Fitness Gives Teens Free Summer Membership
Free gym membership? Yes, please. Planet Fitness has locations all over Portland metro offering deals on gym memberships. This summer, the gym's commitment to low-cost memberships is about to get even sweeter for your teenager. Planet Fitness High School Summer Pass From May 16 … [Read more...] about Planet Fitness Gives Teens Free Summer Membership
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
Free Play at Ground Kontrol Classic Arcade
Calling all retro gamers! Ground Kontrol is Portland's classic arcade destination, plugged in to all your golden age classics to new favorites. More than 100 classic video games and pinball machines surround two full service bars serving tasty and cheap food and drinks. Featuring low prices and … [Read more...] about Free Play at Ground Kontrol Classic Arcade
Ride Oregon Pacific Railroad’s Train Through Portland
Want to see Portland by train?Looking for a unique activity in Portland? Climb aboard Oregon Pacific Railroad's train for a special ride around Portland. The Oregon Pacific Railroad is a family owned and operated freight railroad company. The company operates a special passenger train along the … [Read more...] about Ride Oregon Pacific Railroad’s Train Through Portland
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