The annual Cathedral Park Jazz Festival is Portland's best free concert of the summer. This three-day event features the region's most talented Jazz and Blues musicians harmonizing with the incredible backdrop of the St. Johns Bridge at Cathedral Park. This year, the festival has a full line … [Read more...] about 2026 Cathedral Park Jazz Festival
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Lunchtime Concerts at The Old Church Concert Hall
Portland's Sanctuary of Sound's free lunchtime concerts invite Portlanders to an afternoon of music. Built in 1882, The Old Church in downtown Portland is on the National Register of Historic Places. The concert venue hosts events meant to enhance the cultural life of the community and … [Read more...] about Lunchtime Concerts at The Old Church Concert Hall
Music on Main: Free Outdoor Concert Series
The Music on Main free outdoor concert series is back this July. Portland’5 Centers for the Arts is taking advantage of the summer weather to bring you a fantastic lineup of live music. Located on Main Street next to the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, these concerts showcase popular local … [Read more...] about Music on Main: Free Outdoor Concert Series
2026 Elephant Garlic Festival
The Elephant Garlic Festival invites you to stop and smell the garlic in North Plains. If you're a fan of hometown events filled with music, food and fun, you'll want to attend at least one day of this annual festival. The three-day festival is held at the Jessie Mays Community Park in … [Read more...] about 2026 Elephant Garlic Festival
2026 Opera in the Park Portland
Prepare for an enchanting evening of music and drama at Opera in the Park Portland. Opera in the Park Portland is dedicated to bringing world-class opera to our community free of charge. The annual event has become a beloved tradition in the Portland area. Surrounded by the beauty of nature, … [Read more...] about 2026 Opera in the Park Portland
Honk! PDX Brass Band Festival
Get ready, Portland—the brass is back! Honk! PDX, the city’s free, all-ages brass band festival, returns for its third annual celebration of music, mayhem and radical joy. What started as a grassroots gathering of music lovers has grown into a two-day party. Celebrate Portland’s community spirit, … [Read more...] about Honk! PDX Brass Band Festival
2026 Portland Jazz Festival: Free Performances and Events
Portland Jazz Festival has celebrated jazz music and culture in Portland for more than 20 years. View all of the free performances scheduled during the two-week festival. Explore live performances, jazz conversations and events. Artists cover a full range of performances, from new musicians … [Read more...] about 2026 Portland Jazz Festival: Free Performances and Events
Celebrate J.R.R. Tolkien’s Birthday at Kennedy School
Calling all Lord of the Ring lovers! Celebrate J.R.R. Tolkien's birthday at McMenamins Kennedy School this weekend. John Ronald Reuel Tolkien was an English writer and poet who is best known for creating the magical world of Middle-earth. Through his world building in the novel The Hobbit … [Read more...] about Celebrate J.R.R. Tolkien’s Birthday at Kennedy School
Cheap and Awesome Ways to Catch Live Music in Portland
See live music in Portland at one of these venues during your next night out. Portland is celebrated for its vibrant music scene. Although this city does not always get the headliners that stop by our west coast neighbors like San Francisco and Seattle, Portlanders go all out for bands that … [Read more...] about Cheap and Awesome Ways to Catch Live Music in Portland
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
1990’s and 2000’s Dance Flashbacks at Crystal Ballroom
Gather a group of your friends and dance to the '90s and '00s greatest hits at these special dance nights at McMenamins' historic venue, Crystal Ballroom. 1990's Dance Flashback and 2000's Dance Flashback are music video dance nights. You'll dance the night away to the best music videos from … [Read more...] about 1990’s and 2000’s Dance Flashbacks at Crystal Ballroom
Rose City Reunion Concert with the Oregon Symphony
This event is not taking place in 2023. After two years of hosting virtual and at-home activities, the Portland Rose Festival is commencing its in-person citywide celebrations with a free outdoor concert featuring the Oregon Symphony. The Portland Rose Festival is back with all your … [Read more...] about Rose City Reunion Concert with the Oregon Symphony
Calm App Offers Free Wellness Resource
All of this uncertainty right now is stressful. Taking a moment to relax and recharge is important to maintain balance as we navigate this new territory for the foreseeable future. If you meditate or enjoy soothing sounds as you drift off to sleep, you’ve probably familiar with the popular … [Read more...] about Calm App Offers Free Wellness Resource
$5 Portland Music Festival
On almost every night of the week you're guaranteed to stumble upon cheap live music at a local bar. This weekend, a special cheap music festival is set to rock our city with a deal that is almost too good to be true. Portland Not Portlandia IV is an annual cheap music festival featuring 42 … [Read more...] about $5 Portland Music Festival
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