Get ready, book lovers! Rose City Reads is hosting a $1 Kids Book Sale this weekend. Stock your shelves with stories your children of all ages will cherish. Rose City Reads is a nonprofit that supports the Multnomah County Library. The store receives donated books and media from the public and … [Read more...] about Rose City Reads $1 Kids Book Sale
Hillsboro Airport Block Party: A Free, Family-Friendly Aviation Event (Canceled)
This event has been canceled. Get ready to take flight into fun! The 26th annual Hillsboro Airport Block Party brings together free community entertainment, music, food and aviation activities. For the aviation enthusiasts in your family, this is a special opportunity to go behind the scenes at … [Read more...] about Hillsboro Airport Block Party: A Free, Family-Friendly Aviation Event (Canceled)
Portland Area Haunted Houses and Corn Mazes
What haunts your Halloween: Ghosts, goblins, maniacal clowns? Portland haunted houses and corn mazes have all the scares and screams. Here's a list of the top attractions this Halloween season. As the autumn chill sets in and Halloween approaches, Portland transforms into a haven for thrill … [Read more...] about Portland Area Haunted Houses and Corn Mazes
Black Community Science Night at OMSI
Celebrate Black culture and community at this special OMSI science event. Black Community Science Night is a family-friendly night of museum exploring, science demos, lectures and cultural entertainment. The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, better known as OMSI, is one of the nation’s … [Read more...] about Black Community Science Night at OMSI
The Pirates of Pinehurst: Sherwood’s Free Halloween Adventure
Every October, a spirited band of neighbors in Sherwood, Oregon, transforms Pinehurst Court into a pirate’s paradise. Explore the special free attraction, The Pirates of Pinehurst. What began as one pirate ship has grown into a whole neighborhood takeover, complete with animatronics, treasure hunts … [Read more...] about The Pirates of Pinehurst: Sherwood’s Free Halloween Adventure
Chelatchie Prairie Railroad’s Fall Leaves Train Ride
Take a scenic trip through Clark County on the Chelatchie Prairie Railroad fall leaves train ride. A newly restored 25-ton switch locomotive transports passengers through scenic northern Clark County from Yacolt to Moulton Falls to Chelatchie Prairie and back. During the fall, the … [Read more...] about Chelatchie Prairie Railroad’s Fall Leaves Train Ride
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
2025 Portland Dahlia Society Show
Nothing says fall flowers quite like the beauty of dahlias in bloom. Celebrate the best of this year's flowers at the Portland Dahlia Society Show. Since 1928, the Portland Dahlia Society has banded together to support and educate fellow dahlia growers. Whether you grow your own or simply have … [Read more...] about 2025 Portland Dahlia Society Show
Vancouver Dining Month Serves Up 3 Courses for $33
Try some of Clark County's hottest restaurants at a great price during Vancouver Dining Month. Have you checked out Vancouver lately? You may be surprised at just how cool the Couve has become. The new waterfront walk and addition of downtown eateries have brought new life to … [Read more...] about Vancouver Dining Month Serves Up 3 Courses for $33
2025 Hood River Valley Harvest Fest
Celebrate the harvest season at one of the most plentiful valleys in Oregon. The Hood River Valley Harvest Fest invites you and your family to take a bite out of fall's delicious bounty at this October event. Here are the details about the 2025 festival. 2025 Hood River … [Read more...] about 2025 Hood River Valley Harvest Fest
OMSI Science Pubs at Kennedy School and the Museum
Bring your appetite for food, drinks and knowledge to OMSI Science Pubs. These events invite people of all ages to learn about an interesting science topic in a friendly, fun environment. OMSI Science Pubs are monthly events that celebrate the marvel of science with food and drinks. Some of … [Read more...] about OMSI Science Pubs at Kennedy School and the Museum
2025 Portland Greek Festival
The annual Portland Greek Festival invites the community to enjoy the flavors, dances and traditions of the Mediterranean culture. In the late 1800s, the first Greek immigrants came the Northwest to work in fishing, lumber, railroad and other jobs. That's when the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox … [Read more...] about 2025 Portland Greek Festival
Halloween on Franklin: A Must-See Spooky Spectacle in Vancouver
If you're looking for a place to experience some spine-tingling Halloween magic, Vancouver’s Franklin Street should be at the top of your list. Known for its holiday displays, this neighborhood transforms into a hauntingly captivating spectacle during the month of October. One residence in … [Read more...] about Halloween on Franklin: A Must-See Spooky Spectacle in Vancouver
Leach Botanical Garden Halloween Boo! Bash
Are you ready for a Halloween adventure like no other? Get ready to be spellbound as Leach Botanical Garden transforms into a magical realm of tricks and treats. Enjoy a fun, family friendly afternoon at the Leach Botanical Garden Halloween Boo! Bash. Here are the details about this spooky fun … [Read more...] about Leach Botanical Garden Halloween Boo! Bash
2025 National Taco Day Deals
Celebrate your Tuesday with delicious tacos. National Taco Day is Tuesday, October 7, 2025. Check out these deals at restaurants in and around Portland. Below you'll find national deals as well as a list of Portland restaurants that have great deals on tacos every day. 2025 National Taco Day … [Read more...] about 2025 National Taco Day Deals
Portland Haunted Tunnels: Explore the Old Portland Underground
Explore Portland's infamous history cloaked in myth, superstition and fear. The Portland haunted tunnels lead to an old underground network that has mystified historians and locals alike. The Old Portland Underground, also known as the Shanghai Tunnels, have long held tall tales of … [Read more...] about Portland Haunted Tunnels: Explore the Old Portland Underground
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
Portland’s Really Really Free Market
Get rid of unused items and find something new to you at the Really Really Free Market in Portland. This monthly event invites the community to come together and share goods. Portland is full of great markets. Here are some you may want to check out: PDX Estate Marketplace … [Read more...] about Portland’s Really Really Free Market
El Tigre Fest
Celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month at El Tigre Fest. The free festival hosts Latin American food, arts and crafts, dancing, live music, and children’s activity for all ages. Here's what you can expect at the 2025 event. 2025 El Tigre Fest El Tigre Fest is Saturday, October 4, 2025 … [Read more...] about El Tigre Fest
Come Thru Black and Indigenous Market
At Come Thru Market, you can shop a variety of goods from local Black and Indigenous farmers and makers. The market supports BIPOC growers who are taking their small business dreams to the farmers market environment. The market also offers a farmer training program, which supports beginning … [Read more...] about Come Thru Black and Indigenous Market
2025 Estacada Lake Witches Paddle Boarding and Kayaking Event
Put on your best witchy costume and get ready to to haunt this local lake during the Estacada Lake Witches Paddle Boarding and Kayaking Event. Witches and warlocks are invited to trade in their broomsticks for paddles during the 5th annual event. You also won't want to miss these … [Read more...] about 2025 Estacada Lake Witches Paddle Boarding and Kayaking Event
Free Document Shredding Events
Do you have a pile of documents from your fall cleaning? Take them to these free document shredding events. Get your sensitive documents safely shredded and disposed of at these events happening throughout the Portland metro area. Each event is free to attend and is open until the … [Read more...] about Free Document Shredding Events
2025 ScareGrounds PDX at Oaks Park
Visit Oaks Park ScareGrounds for a scary good time this October. During the Halloween season, Oaks Park hosts its very own local haunted attraction, ScareGrounds. As night falls, monsters of all shapes and sizes transform the beloved amusement park into an attraction of horrors. Here are all … [Read more...] about 2025 ScareGrounds PDX at Oaks Park
2025 PlantFest at Clackamas Community College
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 2025 PlantFest at Clackamas Community College
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 by fostering an interest in the construction industry. Your family can get up close with heavy construction equipment along with other fun, … [Read more...] about Dozer Day at Clark County Event Center
Portland Regional Gem and Mineral Show
Are you ready to dive into the dazzling world of rocks, minerals, fossils and gems? Step inside a rock hound's paradise at the 44th annual Portland Regional Gem and Mineral Show. This family-friendly event welcomes collectors, hobbyists and anyone who loves the natural beauty of the Earth’s … [Read more...] about Portland Regional Gem and Mineral Show
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
National Cinnamon Roll Day: Get $1 Special at Cinnabon
It doesn't get much better than a sweet, warm, gooey cinnamon roll. Here's your chance to bite into delicious savings on National Cinnamon Roll Day at Cinnabon. The popular bakery is celebrating the food holiday with a sweet deal. Other food events this week are Portland Wing Week and Portland … [Read more...] about National Cinnamon Roll Day: Get $1 Special at Cinnabon
Ride Oregon Pacific Railroad’s Train Through Portland
Want to see Portland by train? 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 East Portland Division railroad line in … [Read more...] about Ride Oregon Pacific Railroad’s Train Through Portland
Free and Cheap Perks on National Coffee Day
Here's the buzz about National Coffee Day! National Coffee Day is Monday, September 29, 2025. To stir things up, many coffee shops are celebrating the highly caffeinated holiday with freebies and discounts at participating locations. Here's what's percolating. This is a great day to swing by a … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Perks on National Coffee Day
Knit Night at Starlight Knitting Society
In the heart of Portland's vibrant Woodstock neighborhood lies a gem that beckons to creators, Starlight Knitting Society. Come together with fellow crafters during the shop's Knit Night. This haven for yarn enthusiasts offers more than just materials. It fosters a sense of belonging and … [Read more...] about Knit Night at Starlight Knitting Society
2025 Portland Wing Week: Snack on $10 Chicken Wings
How do you like your wings: Bone in or boneless? Spicy or tangy? Whatever way you wing it, here's your chance to celebrate wings all week long during Portland Wing Week. Portland Wing Week is September 29-October 5, 2025. Each plate of six specialty chicken wings are $10 at participating … [Read more...] about 2025 Portland Wing Week: Snack on $10 Chicken Wings
2025 Portland Weird Fest
Are you ready to embrace the strange, the unusual and the downright bizarre? Look no further than Portland Weird Fest. This one-of-a-kind event takes over Oaks Park, offering a day filled with eccentricity and wonder for the whole family. Here are the details: 2025 Portland Weird … [Read more...] about 2025 Portland Weird Fest
2025 Portland Bread Fest
Attend the third annual Portland Bread Fest, a celebration of the artistry of baking that promises to be a feast for the senses. Step into a world where the air is thick with the tantalizing aroma of freshly baked bread and pastries. The event is focused on a farm-to-table experience for local … [Read more...] about 2025 Portland Bread Fest
Get a Free Elephant Ear at Sadie and Josie’s Bakery
Sadie and Josie’s Bakery is turning 15, and you’re invited to join the celebration with a special free dessert. This beloved La Center bakery serves the community fresh bread, cakes, donuts and all your favorite bakery sweets. Take a drive up to La Center to join the milestone … [Read more...] about Get a Free Elephant Ear at Sadie and Josie’s Bakery
Electrify Portland: Free Home Electrification Fair
Curious about clean energy and how to make your home more efficient? Electrify Portland is here to show you the way! This free, community-centered event invites homeowners and renters to discover how to transition to efficient living. Here are the details: Electrify Portland: Free Home … [Read more...] about Electrify Portland: Free Home Electrification Fair
National Coffee Day Deal at Krispy Kreme
Krispy Kreme is brewing up excitement for National Coffee Day with a special offer that’s hard to resist. On September 29, 2025, coffee lovers can cash in on lots of free and cheap perks on National Coffee Day. At Krispy Kreme, you can invited to pair your favorite doughnut with the perfect cup … [Read more...] about National Coffee Day Deal at Krispy Kreme
Get a Free Small Chili With Purchase at Wendy’s
On the first day of fall, celebrate the changing of the season with a special deal from Wendy's. One of the signature items on Wendy's menu is a tasty cup of chili. It's perfect for a filling snack or accompanied with fries for dipping. Here's how you can get a free cup. Get a Free … [Read more...] about Get a Free Small Chili With Purchase at Wendy’s
St. Johns Fall Fling
Explore businesses and enjoy family-friendly activities during the St. Johns Fall Fling and plaza clock dedication. The St. Johns Boosters invites the community to come out for a special weekend celebration to kick off the new season. Here are the details about the 2025 … [Read more...] about St. Johns Fall Fling
Tai Chi at Hoyt Arboretum
If you're looking for a grounding experience to bring you peace of mind, take a tai chi class surrounded by nature at Hoyt Arboretum. Many tai chi moves use images from nature, including stable as a pine, flowing like a river and hands moving as clouds. Tai chi at the Hoyt Arboretum lets you … [Read more...] about Tai Chi at Hoyt Arboretum
First Thursday Street Gallery
Explore local artists at the First Thursday Street Gallery in the Pearl District. The event is hosted by Urban Art Network, a Portland nonprofit dedicated to empowering independent artists. Now in its 24th year, the event holds true to its artistic roots by bringing together our community of … [Read more...] about First Thursday Street Gallery
2025 Spirit of Halloweentown in St. Helens
Celebrate the haunting holiday all month long during Spirit of Halloweentown in St. Helens. Visiting St. Helens during the fall may feel like a trip back to your childhood. In 1998, Disney Channel's Halloween classic “Halloweentown" was filmed in the small city of St. Helens, Oregon. Since then, … [Read more...] about 2025 Spirit of Halloweentown in St. Helens
National Alpaca Farm Days
During the last weekend in September, alpaca farms across the country are opening their gates to the public for National Alpaca Farm Days. On September 27 and 28, 2025, two nearby alpaca farms are participating in this annual celebration of the cute camelids and their incredible fibrous … [Read more...] about National Alpaca Farm Days
Festival of Quilts at Westside Commons
The Festival of Quilts is a vibrant celebration that brings together artisans, enthusiasts and creative minds. This annual event serves as a kaleidoscopic of craftsmanship, innovation and community spirit. The event is hosted by Northwest Quilters Inc. The organization's goal is to honor the … [Read more...] about Festival of Quilts at Westside Commons
The Fear PDX Haunted House: Portland’s Largest Halloween Event
Portland’s scariest Halloween tradition is back for its 14th season. This year, The Fear PDX promises to be more terrifying than ever. Here's what you can expect at this year's event. If you love haunted houses, you may also enjoy Bella Organic Haunted Corn Maze. The Fear PDX Haunted … [Read more...] about The Fear PDX Haunted House: Portland’s Largest Halloween Event
Halloween at Powell’s Books: Attend an After Hours Literary Event
Enter, if you dare, Powell’s City of Books After hours Halloween event. The evening summons the stories that haunt us long after the final page is turned. This one-night-only celebration promises a mix of literary magic, mystery and mischief, all in the world’s largest independent bookstore. Here … [Read more...] about Halloween at Powell’s Books: Attend an After Hours Literary Event
2025 Widmer Brothers Oktoberfest
Prost to good times at the 2025 Widmer Brothers Oktoberfest. Raise your stein and celebrate the spirit of Oktoberfest at one of Portland's favorite breweries this September. With great music, delicious food and unbeatable beer specials, it’s a great way to celebrate fall in Portland. If you're … [Read more...] about 2025 Widmer Brothers Oktoberfest
2025 Bella Organic Haunted Corn Maze
Head to the farm after dark for a special haunt, the Bella Organic Haunted Corn Maze. Bella Organic Farm 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, vegetables, pumpkins, vineyard grapes and herbs. … [Read more...] about 2025 Bella Organic Haunted Corn Maze
Ride the Willamette Shore Trolley
Take a scenic ride aboard the vintage Willamette Shore Trolley in Lake Oswego and Portland. During your ride, you'll travel along a historic rail line dating back to the late 1800s. You'll go back in time to when electrified trolleys transported citizens throughout the Portland area. The … [Read more...] about Ride the Willamette Shore Trolley
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
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