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Pay What You Will: Rent at Portland Center Stage
Want to see shows at Portland Center Stage for cheap? Pay as little as a dollar and some change during pay what you will ticket specials. Portland Center Stage is the largest theater company in Portland. This theater, located in a historic armory, hosts incredible shows throughout the … [Read more...] about Pay What You Will: Rent at Portland Center Stage
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
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
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
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
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
2022 McMenamins UFO Fest
McMenamins is hosting its annual festival for believers and skeptics alike. Head to the 22nd annual UFO Fest this May. The festival is inspired by the 1950 UFO sighting on a farm outside McMinnville. The story goes that around 7:30 p.m. at night on Thursday, May 11, 1950, Evelyn Trent went out to … [Read more...] about 2022 McMenamins UFO Fest
Live Nation Ticket Sale: Pay $25 for Portland Concerts and Shows
Who's ready for live concerts and events? There is nothing quite like the excitement and energy of seeing one of your favorite bands and performers live. Here's your chance to score a great deal during the Live Nation ticket sale. Live Nation is celebrating Concert Week by offering $25 tickets to … [Read more...] about Live Nation Ticket Sale: Pay $25 for Portland Concerts and Shows
Portland Indigenous Marketplace
Explore creations from indigenous artists and entrepreneurs at the Portland Indigenous Marketplace. The monthly event supports indigenous creators by providing barrier-free, culturally respectful spaces to grow their small businesses and educate the public about their ancestry. Save the date … [Read more...] about Portland Indigenous Marketplace
Oregon Potters Association Ceramic Showcase
In its 39th year, the Oregon Potters Association invites the public to a free ceramic showcase all weekend long. 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 … [Read more...] about Oregon Potters Association Ceramic Showcase
Mother’s Day at Leach Botanical Garden
Looking for a fun free activity on Mother's Day? Head to Leach Botanical Garden for fun activities and time spent together in nature. 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 … [Read more...] about Mother’s Day at Leach Botanical Garden
Moms Get Free Entrance to Plumper Pumpkin Patch
Celebrate Mother's Day on the farm. Plumper Pumpkin Patch is giving Moms free admission on Saturday. The farm event is one of many great free and cheap Mother's Day activities happening all weekend long. If you have never been to this farm, I highly recommend it. It has a wonderful … [Read more...] about Moms Get Free Entrance to Plumper Pumpkin Patch
Indigenous Culture Day at Tryon Creek Natural Area
Listen and learn from Indigenous educators in the culturally rich Tryon Creek State Natural Area this Saturday. Located in Southwest Portland, Tryon Creek is one of Portland’s best urban parks. This beautiful natural area is a great example of our temperate rainforest climate: trees … [Read more...] about Indigenous Culture Day at Tryon Creek Natural Area
Free and Cheap Mother’s Day Events in and around Portland
There's something for every mom in this list of free and cheap Mother's Day events in and around Portland. The best part is no one has to spend a bunch of money to celebrate Mom on this special day. Instead, opt for some quality time and a fun activity. Take a look at what Portland and … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Mother’s Day Events in and around Portland
Parkrose Marketplace: Northeast Portland’s Outdoor Market
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2022 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 2022 Lunar New Year Dragon Dance Parade and Celebration
Tour Portland’s Historic Lone Fir Cemetery
Looking for a one-of-a-kind experience to retrace Portland's history in an arboretum? Take a tour of Portland's historic Lone Fir Cemetery. Located in Southeast Portland, Lone Fir Cemetery is one of Portland’s oldest continuously used cemeteries. The 30 acres is the final resting place of many … [Read more...] about Tour Portland’s Historic Lone Fir Cemetery
Tulip Fields at Holland America Flower Gardens
This weekend, 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
Portland’s Free Rose Gardens
Stop and smell the roses at these four Portland rose gardens. Portland is the Rose City, so it is only natural that rose gardens are one of the main attractions. Rose gardens have taken root rich history of our city. The four gardens highlighted below have been public attractions for more than … [Read more...] about Portland’s Free Rose Gardens
Crafty Wonderland Spring Art and Craft Market
Plan your visit to the Crafty Wonderland Spring Art and Craft Market, the largest handmade craft show in the Northwest. Crafty Wonderland is the ultimate local handmade art and craft event of the season. The popular spring craft show is back in 2022 with all the things you loved from the past 16 … [Read more...] about Crafty Wonderland Spring Art and Craft Market
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