In celebration of Earth Day, The Oregon Garden hosts a day of fun filled with free activities and exhibits. If you haven't been, this is the ideal time to visit this Oregon attraction. The 80-acre botanical garden feature more than 20 specialty gardens showcasing the diverse botanical beauty of the … [Read more...] about Free Earth Day Celebration at The Oregon Garden
Attractions & Museums
Early Rhododendron Show and Sale at Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden
Blossom into spring at the Early Rhododendron Show and Sale at Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden. 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 … [Read more...] about Early Rhododendron Show and Sale at Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden
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
Oregon Potters Association Ceramic Showcase
In its 42nd 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
Portland Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival
Head to the Portland Expo Center for all things crafty at the annual Portland Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival. This event celebrates a new season of boundless possibilities. Spring is a great time to start planning homemade holiday gifts or get ideas for a project just for you to … [Read more...] about Portland Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival
French Prairie Gardens Tulip and Flower Fest
Spring is in full bloom. Celebrate the season by immersing yourself in a sea of vibrant flowers at the French Prairie Gardens Tulip and Flower Festival! With more than six acres of dazzling tulips and daffodils, visitors can stroll through vibrant fields, capturing pictures of the vibrant spring … [Read more...] about French Prairie Gardens Tulip and Flower Fest
2025 Portland House and Outdoor Living Show
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 2025 Portland House and Outdoor Living Show
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
Tulip Fields at Holland America Flower Gardens
A few years ago, I stumbled across a beautiful tulip field that seemed too good to be true. Located just 30 minutes from Portland, the tulip fields at Holland America Flower Gardens are in bloom and free to visit. Holland America Flower Gardens started when Benno and Klazina immigrated from … [Read more...] about Tulip Fields at Holland America Flower Gardens
2025 Portland Swap Meet
If you're a fan of classic cars, vintage automotive parts or retro collectibles, don't miss the Portland Swap Meet. Celebrated as the largest indoor/outdoor swap meet on the West Coast, this event is the perfect day out for automotive enthusiasts and collectors. Here are the details … [Read more...] about 2025 Portland Swap Meet
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
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
Must-See Spring Flowers in Portland
As the city shakes off the winter blues, signs of the changing season are popping up. Here are the must-see spring flowers in Portland. Some of the first spring flowers in your neighborhood are likely crocuses and tulips. Next are the cherry blossoms, rhododendrons and, finally, our city's … [Read more...] about Must-See Spring Flowers in Portland
2025 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 2025 Portland Spring Festivals
NAYA’s Native Made Spring Marketplace
View hand made creations at NAYA’s Native Made Spring Marketplace. Native American Youth and Family Center, NAYA, is a family of numerous tribes and voices who are dedicated to sustaining tradition and building cultural wealth. This weekend, you can see local culture come to life at this … [Read more...] about NAYA’s Native Made Spring Marketplace
Sci-Fi Film Festival at OMSI
Embark on an intergalactic journey through the vast realms of science fiction during the Sci-Fi Film Festival at OMSI. Over the course of five weeks, the Empirical Theater's four-story screen will come alive with more than 30 of the genre's most iconic and unforgettable films. From cult … [Read more...] about Sci-Fi Film Festival at OMSI
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
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 mid-March to April, cherry blossoms burst into bloom throughout … [Read more...] about Where to See Cherry Blossoms in Portland
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
2025 Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival
Want to stroll through 40 acres of tulips this spring? The 2025 Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival dazzles 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 framing … [Read more...] about 2025 Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival
St. Patrick’s Day Events in Portland
Get your Irish on at St. Patrick’s Day festivities in Portland. St. Patrick's Day is Monday, March 17. Locations across the city are hosting parties and festivals during the weekend. You’ll find plenty of Irish music, step dancers and bagpipes along with fun activities and food specials. The … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day Events in Portland
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at McMenamins Edgefield
Attend the St. Patrick's Day Celebration at McMenamins Edgefield during the holiday weekend. Built in 1911 as the county poor farm, the historic Edgefield's original buildings have been carefully restored. The grounds are complete with gardens, restaurants, bars, a spa and a par 3 golf … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at McMenamins Edgefield
2025 Portland Irish Festival
Portland's iconic Irish pub, Kells, is hosting an Irish Festival with multiple days of music and fun. Since 1983, Kells has brought Irish food, drinks and a weekly lineup of music to Portlanders at its iconic pub. This St. Patrick's Day, put on your green and head downtown to celebrate at the … [Read more...] about 2025 Portland Irish Festival
St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at McMenamins Kennedy School
Enjoy a weekend of merriment, fun and food during the St. Patrick's Day Celebration at McMenamins Kennedy School. Since its 1915 opening, this historic elementary school has been a beloved fixture of Portland. It now boasts guest rooms, a restaurant, multiple small bars, a movie theater, gift … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day Celebration at McMenamins Kennedy School
All-Ireland Cultural Society’s St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
All-Ireland Cultural Society of Oregon is hosting a family-friendly St. Patrick's Day Celebration. For more than 80 years, All-Ireland Cultural Society's all-volunteer nonprofit has been promoting social opportunities, Irish entertainment and Irish cultural events in Oregon and Southwest … [Read more...] about All-Ireland Cultural Society’s St. Patrick’s Day Celebration
St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Paddy’s Bar and Grill
Join Paddy’s Bar and Grill for the annual St. Patrick's Day Festival. Paddy’s is the oldest Irish Pub in downtown Portland. It's been serving traditional Irish fare in the historic Powers Building for over 35 years. Get ready to celebrate the Irish holiday at this iconic location. St. … [Read more...] about St. Patrick’s Day Festival at Paddy’s Bar and Grill
Rose City Yarn Crawl
Celebrate the fiber arts with your community and support independent yarn shops at the annual Rose City Yarn Crawl. An annual event brings together knitters, crocheters, spinners, weavers and felters to explore the many shops in and around Portland. In its 16th year, the yarn crawl brings a skein … [Read more...] about Rose City Yarn Crawl
Tualatin Valley Gem Club Rock and Gem Show
Explore rocks, minerals and fossils at the 66th annual Tualatin Valley Gem Club Rock and Gem Show. The event is hosted by the nonprofit gem club that promotes the interests and learning of geology, lapidary arts, paleontology and mineralogy. Show your support for the club at the 2025 … [Read more...] about Tualatin Valley Gem Club Rock and Gem Show
2025 Agate and Mineral Show at OMSI
Explore the wonders of nature at the annual Agate and Mineral Show. The event is held at Portland's very own science center, OMSI. Enjoy exhibits, special displays and activities, demonstrations and more at this free, family-friendly event. 2025 Agate and Mineral Show at OMSI The Agate … [Read more...] about 2025 Agate and Mineral Show at OMSI
2025 Thriftapalooza: Attend the Sustainable Thrifting Market
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 practicing … [Read more...] about 2025 Thriftapalooza: Attend the Sustainable Thrifting Market
2025 Oregon International Auto Show
Get ready to buckle up and experience the thrill of the Oregon International Auto Show, returning to the Oregon Convention Center this February. At the Pacific Northwest's biggest auto show, this event promises to be better than ever before, showcasing hundreds of new vehicles, the latest in-car … [Read more...] about 2025 Oregon International Auto Show
Love Rats? Attend the 2025 Ratapalooza
Are you a rat enthusiast or simply curious about these intelligent and affectionate little creatures? Attend Ratapalooza this Saturday. Ratapalooza is a beloved Pacific Northwest celebration of these cute little creatures. The family-friendly event offers fun activities, adorable rats and a … [Read more...] about Love Rats? Attend the 2025 Ratapalooza
Free and Cheap Valentine’s Day Activities in Portland
Try something new this Valentine's Day! Instead of overspending on February 14, try one of these free and cheap Valentine's Day activities in Portland. Enjoying each other's company and celebrating your love does not have to come with a hefty price tag. The events below range from free to … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Valentine’s Day Activities in Portland
Portland Spring Home and Garden Show
It's time to plan your projects. If you love house and yard improvement, head to the Portland Spring Home and Garden Show in February. Get ready to spark your own creativity and be inspired at this upcoming event. 2025 Portland Spring Home and Garden Show The Portland Spring Home … [Read more...] about Portland Spring Home and Garden Show
Valentine’s Skate Date Deal at Oaks Park
Enjoy a night of romance during the Valentine's skate at Oaks Park. This event offers a special skate date deal for couples. Oaks Amusement Park in Portland has been bringing joy to the young and young at heart since 1905. The roller rink is the park's year-round attraction and one of … [Read more...] about Valentine’s Skate Date Deal at Oaks Park
2025 Portland Jewish Film Festival
The Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education is hosting the annual Portland Jewish Film Festival, an event that promises to captivate audiences with its diverse lineup of thought-provoking films. For over two decades, the Portland Jewish Film Festival has been a significant … [Read more...] about 2025 Portland Jewish Film Festival
Lunar New Year Celebration at Washington Square
Lunar New Year Celebration at Washington Square is ringing in the Year of the Snake with a special event focusing on good fortune and happiness. Here are some more Lunar New Year celebrations you won't want to miss: Lunar New Year Dragon Dance Parade and Celebration Chinese New Year … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year Celebration at Washington Square
2025 Lunar New Year Dragon Dance Parade and Celebration
The Portland Chinese Museum is hosting its annual Lunar New Year Dragon Dance Parade and Celebration in Downtown Portland. Opened in December 2018, the Portland Chinatown Museum is Oregon’s first museum about to Chinese American history, art and culture. The museum is dedicated to honoring … [Read more...] about 2025 Lunar New Year Dragon Dance Parade and Celebration
Powell’s Books Friends and Family Sale
Get ready to stock up on your reading list at Powell's Books Friends and Family Sale. Powell's Books has been serving Portland's bibliophiles since 1971. Now with four locations throughout the metro area, you have more opportunities peruse your favorite titles and support an independent … [Read more...] about Powell’s Books Friends and Family Sale
2025 Lunar New Year Celebrations in Portland
Celebrate the Year of the Snake at Lunar New Year celebrations throughout Portland. Tied to the lunisolar calendar, Lunar New Year is the most important holiday in China, and it is also widely celebrated throughout Asia. There are several ways to enjoy traditional and contemporary cultural … [Read more...] about 2025 Lunar New Year Celebrations in Portland
Best Free and Cheap Dates in Portland
Whether it's your first time out or your 30th anniversary, Portland has great options for free and cheap dates. Instead of staying in or doing what you always do, try one of these fun date ideas focused on quality time with the one you love. Also, all of these make great friend … [Read more...] about Best Free and Cheap Dates in Portland
Chinese New Year Cultural Fair
Celebrate the Year of the Snake during the Chinese New Year Cultural Fair at the Oregon Convention Center. The Year of the Snake is a symbol of wisdom and transformation. Join in on the daylong celebration of a year of good fortune. 2025 Chinese New Year Cultural Fair On Saturday, February 1, … [Read more...] about Chinese New Year Cultural Fair
Where to Sell Used Clothes
Decluttering your closet can be a cathartic experience. But what do you do with all those clothes you no longer wear? Instead of donating them or letting them gather dust in the back of your closet, why not turn them into cash? Here's where you can sell used clothes online or in … [Read more...] about Where to Sell Used Clothes
2024 Portland Winter Ice Rink
The winter ice rink is not open in 2025. Glide into the season with the perfect blend of tradition and holiday magic at the Portland Winter Ice Rink. As winter blankets the city with its chilly embrace, there's a magical spot waiting to be discovered by families and friends. The new winter … [Read more...] about 2024 Portland Winter Ice Rink
Menorah Lighting Celebrations in and around Portland
Celebrate the beginning of Hanukkah at menorah lighting celebrations in and around Portland.. Hanukkah begins on the evening of Wednesday, December 25, 2024, and ends on the evening of Thursday, January 2, 2025. Events are held on various dates during the week of Hanukkah. These events … [Read more...] about Menorah Lighting Celebrations in and around Portland
Holiday Pop Up at Topaz Farm
Take a trip to Topaz Farm for a special holiday pop up. Start your holiday shopping from the farm's selection of gifts and goods. Here are the details about the upcoming farm event. Holiday Pop Up at Topaz Farm Pick up homemade goods, farm fresh foods and beverages at Topaz Farm's Holiday … [Read more...] about Holiday Pop Up at Topaz Farm
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 Winter Gleam: A Holiday Light Experience at Oaks Amusement Park
This event has not been announced for 2025. Winter Gleam, a holiday light experience, returns to dazzle guests with colorful lights and fun displays at Oaks Amusement Park. As you wander through the park, you'll be captivated by dynamic holiday lights that infuse the park with … [Read more...] about 2024 Winter Gleam: A Holiday Light Experience at Oaks Amusement Park
PDX Moon Market
Find unique, handcrafted items at the PDX Moon Market. The market blends local artisans and makers and food and cocktail vendors with fun activities and a welcoming environment. Here are the details about the upcoming event. Another upcoming market you might enjoy is Maizee … [Read more...] about PDX Moon Market
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
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