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
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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
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
Adult Craft Nights with SCRAP PDX
If you're looking for a fun and creative way to spend your evening, SCRAP PDX has just the event for you. This nonprofit creative reuse center is bringing its stash of unique, budget-friendly art supplies to local community bars and breweries for a series of Adult Craft Nights. Here's how you can … [Read more...] about Adult Craft Nights with SCRAP PDX
Portland Egyptian Festival
Celebrate culture, tradition and community at this year’s Portland Egyptian Festival. Step into a vibrant atmosphere filled with the sights, sounds, and flavors of Egypt, right here in Portland. The festival showcases Egyptian and Coptic heritage with something for everyone to enjoy. Guests … [Read more...] about Portland Egyptian Festival
2025 Portland Polish Festival
Experience the food, dance and music of Poland. The annual Polish Festival in Portland hosts a full weekend of free, family-friendly activities. Started in 1993, the Polish Festival is the oldest Polish festival in the Western United States. This event celebrates Polish culture, traditions … [Read more...] about 2025 Portland Polish Festival
2025 Fur Baby Love Fest
Join a tail-wagging day with the pet community at Fur Baby Love Fest. The inaugural Fur Baby Love Fest is Saturday, September 20, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Meldrum Bar Park in Gladstone. The event is free to attend. Bring your dog, family and friends for an event that's on a mission to … [Read more...] about 2025 Fur Baby Love Fest
Cinema of Horrors Drive-In at Clark County Fairgrounds
The Clark County Fairgrounds is bringing you a live-action horror movie experience where screams from the screen come to life. The Cinema of Horrors Drive-In features your favorite horror blockbusters with monsters lurking outside your car window. Attend a unique, drive-in experience that is sure … [Read more...] about Cinema of Horrors Drive-In at Clark County Fairgrounds
2025 El Festival de Mariachi
Celebrate Hispanic culture through music, food and community at the El Festival de Mariachi. The festival honoring Hispanic Heritage Month is hosted by Unitus Community Credit Union. Here's what is in store at this free event: 2025 El Festival de Mariachi The festival is Sunday, September … [Read more...] about 2025 El Festival de Mariachi
Tibet Day at Pioneer Courthouse Square
Join the Northwest Tibetan Cultural Association for a special celebration in the heart of downtown Portland: Tibet Day. Since 1993, NWTCA has been a spiritual and cultural home for Tibetans living in Oregon and Southwest Washington. The community event invites you to celebrate the Dalai Lama’s … [Read more...] about Tibet Day at Pioneer Courthouse Square
2025 Goose Hollow Street Festival
The Goose Hollow Street Festival promises a fun event for all ages this September. The historic neighborhood in Southwest Portland invites the community to spend an afternoon enjoying some of the best gems this area has to offer. This event also coincides with Sunday Parkways: A … [Read more...] about 2025 Goose Hollow Street Festival
2025 Oktoberfests in and around Portland
From September to October, crowds pack beer halls and streets to celebrate Oktoberfest in Germany. Thankfully, you don't have to go on an international trip to partake in this Bavarian tradition. Portland Oktoberfests are plentiful and offer a variety of activities for all ages. At Oktoberfests … [Read more...] about 2025 Oktoberfests in and around Portland
2025 El Grito Portland
Attend El Grito, a vibrant celebration of Latin American culture in Portland. El Grito is the celebration of Mexican independence and the most important holiday celebrated by the Hispanic community in Oregon. It honors the rich history, culture, and contributions of American citizens whose … [Read more...] about 2025 El Grito Portland
2025 Serbian Fest Portland
Taste, experience and discover the culture of Serbia at the annual Serbian Fest Portland. Attend a weekend of rich cultural experiences at the 18th annual Serbian Festival. This beloved event has been a cornerstone of the local Serbian community, offering a unique opportunity for festival-goers … [Read more...] about 2025 Serbian Fest Portland
2025 Clinton Street Fair
Come together with your community for a day of music, camaraderie and fun at the Clinton Street Fair. Clinton Street has lots of old school Portland charm. There's great restaurants, boutique and vintage shops, and iconic Portland businesses, like Clinton Street Theater. The street's … [Read more...] about 2025 Clinton Street Fair
2025 OMSI Star Parties
Do you love looking up at the stars? Join the experts and celebrate astronomy at OMSI Star Parties. The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, better known as OMSI, is one of the nation’s leading science centers and we’re lucky to have it right here in Portland. Science lovers and explorers of … [Read more...] about 2025 OMSI Star Parties
Join the Celebration at CullyFest
Looking for a vibrant, fun and community-focused event to attend this week? Attend CullyFest! The heart of the Cully neighborhood will come alive with music, arts, culture and an array of family-friendly activities that showcase the importance of community in Cully. Also this weekend is … [Read more...] about Join the Celebration at CullyFest
2025 Mount Angel Oktoberfest
Get ready to eat, drink and Polka! The Mount Angel Oktoberfest brings the Bavarian tradition to our state. Every year, the entire town of Mount Angel transforms into Oktoberfest. The event boasts nine entertainment venues brimming with beverages, entertainment, activities, food and … [Read more...] about 2025 Mount Angel Oktoberfest
Eco Garden Fest at SymbiOp Garden Shop
Whether you're a gardening novice or a seasoned green thumb, the Eco Garden Fest at SymbiOp Garden Shop is the event for you. This festival is all about learning how to cultivate an ecological garden that benefits both people and the planet. Here are the details about this … [Read more...] about Eco Garden Fest at SymbiOp Garden Shop
POP Cats Portland: The Ultimate Immersive Experience for Cat Lovers
Calling all cat enthusiasts! Get ready for an unforgettable weekend at POP Cats Portland. POP Cats is a special celebration of our feline friends along with creativity and entertainment. Here's how you can participate in this upcoming event. 2025 POP Cats Portland POP Cats … [Read more...] about POP Cats Portland: The Ultimate Immersive Experience for Cat Lovers
Feria de Portland in St. Johns
Interested in flamenco dancing? Spend a day immersed in Spanish music and dance at Feria de Portland. Espacio Flamenco has created a space where flamenco arts and culture can be enjoyed by all. The organization provides instruction, performance and special events throughout the … [Read more...] about Feria de Portland in St. Johns
Troutdale First Friday Art Walk
Explore Troutdale's art community during the First Friday Art Walk. On the first Friday of the month in the summer, the streets will be filled with vendors, sidewalk dining, live music, family-friendly activities and more. The fun continues during the fall months with activities moving … [Read more...] about Troutdale First Friday Art Walk
2025 Bethany Village Oktoberfest
Get ready to don your lederhosen and raise your steins. Bethany Village Oktoberfest is just around the corner. This September, Bethany Village Centre transforms into a lively celebration of German culture, complete with all the festive flair you’d expect from a traditional Oktoberfest. If … [Read more...] about 2025 Bethany Village Oktoberfest
Multicultural Kids Festival
Explore new cultures in a fun, creative setting at the Multicultural Kids Festival. The event is hosted by the Slavic Community Center of NW, Inc. The local nonprofit helps its community members succeed in America through various programs and services. The organization hosts this annual … [Read more...] about Multicultural Kids Festival
2025 Portland Dragon Boat Festival
Mark your calendars for one of Portland’s most vibrant and thrilling water events of the year, the Portland Dragon Boat Festival! The Willamette River will come alive with the splash of paddles and the cheers of spectators as dozens of colorful dragon boats race down the waterway in fierce … [Read more...] about 2025 Portland Dragon Boat Festival
Chelatchie Prairie Railroad Weekend Train Ride
Take a scenic trip through Clark County on the Chelatchie Prairie Railroad this weekend. A 1941 diesel locomotive transports passengers through scenic northern Clark County from Yacolt to Moulton Falls to Chelatchie Prairie and back. During holidays, the Chelatchie Prairie Railroad hosts special … [Read more...] about Chelatchie Prairie Railroad Weekend Train Ride
Arab Mahrajan Festival
Celebrate our local Arab American culture at the Arab Mahrajan Festival. The event is hosted by the Arab American Cultural Center of Oregon. The organization was founded to promote the richness and beauty of Arab culture through community events, festivals and family entertainment year … [Read more...] about Arab Mahrajan Festival
Free Comedy in the Park at Laurelhurst Park
Enjoy a free night of entertainment at Laurelhurst Park. Kickstand Comedy is hosting a special event called Comedy in the Park all summer long. Kickstand Comedy is a nonprofit theater organization known for its curated live comedy events. For the fourth year, the local … [Read more...] about Free Comedy in the Park at Laurelhurst Park
Free Summer Movies in the Parks
The Portland metro has an abundance of summertime movies in local parks. Find a complete list of Portland's movies in the parks along with Hillsboro, Beaverton, Tigard, Lake Oswego, Milwaukie, North Clackamas, Oregon City, Gladstone, West Linn, Troutdale and Vancouver movie series. Best of all, … [Read more...] about Free Summer Movies in the Parks
Haunted History Walking Tours in Vancouver
Are you intrigued by the ghostly tales that whisper through the buildings and streets of Downtown Vancouver? Do you have a fascination with the strange and peculiar aspects of local history? If so, you’re in for a treat this fall. The Clark County Historical Museum invites you to explore the darker … [Read more...] about Haunted History Walking Tours in Vancouver
2025 Hawthorne Street Fair
Priding itself as Portland’s original “shop local” district, the Hawthorne Street Fair is one of the oldest and biggest street fairs in Portland. Starting in 1984 with a guitarist and a few local organizations, the event now features 150 community vendors and two stages of local … [Read more...] about 2025 Hawthorne Street Fair
Oregon City Outdoor Antique Fair
Ready to make something old new to you? Travel to Oregon's hometown for the annual outdoor antique market. The Oregon City Outdoor Antique Fair is celebrating its 28th year. Spend a day perusing booths and finding treasures at this annual event. Portland is full of great markets. Here are some … [Read more...] about Oregon City Outdoor Antique Fair
2025 India Festival at Pioneer Courthouse Square
Celebrate India’s Independence Day with live music, dance, food and other entertainment at Pioneer Courthouse Square. The event is hosted by the India Cultural Association, a nonprofit dedicated to enhancing Indian cultural awareness in Portland, Oregon. Every year, ICA hosts the popular India … [Read more...] about 2025 India Festival at Pioneer Courthouse Square
2025 Portland FoodieLand Food Festival
Taste the world at the Portland FoodieLand Food Festival. Vendors are ready to wow your taste buds with a full weekend of food and fun. Snack on authentic street food, decadent desserts and explore bold new flavors at this one-of-a-kind event. Here are the details: 2025 Portland FoodieLand … [Read more...] about 2025 Portland FoodieLand Food Festival
Summer Festival at Portland Japanese Garden
Celebrate community, culture and continuity during Bon-Odori Summer Festival at Portland Japanese Garden. Nestled in Washington Park, Portland Japanese Garden has been a place of serenity and tranquility for more than 50 years. Explore the eight unique garden spaces, from lush greens to ponds to … [Read more...] about Summer Festival at Portland Japanese Garden
Free Summer Concerts in the Parks
Enjoying music outdoors is a quintessential summertime activity. Portland Parks and Recreation is hosting 30 outdoor concerts at parks throughout the city. Every event features a new musician or band, genre and park. This is a great way to spend time at your nearby park or explore parks … [Read more...] about Free Summer Concerts in the Parks
Ukrainian Day at Westmoreland Park
Celebrate Ukrainian culture at Westmoreland Park this weekend. The event is hosted by Ukrainian Foundation, a local organization that was established in 2006 to help Ukrainian refugees adjust to their new home in the United States. The organization is also sending food, medical and basic supplies … [Read more...] about Ukrainian Day at Westmoreland Park
2025 Beaverton Music Festival
Get ready for a day filled with music, food and fun at the Beaverton Music Festival. This free, family-friendly event promises to be a special experience for music lovers of all ages. Pack your low back chairs and blankets for a full day of music in the park. Here are the details about this … [Read more...] about 2025 Beaverton Music Festival
2025 Catio Tour: Explore Creative Feline Spaces in Portland
Calling all cat lovers! If you've been thinking about upgrading your cat's living space, this is the event for you. The Bird Alliance of Portland and Feral Cat Coalition are hosting the annual Catio Tour, showcasing creative and unique catios from around the Portland area. First things first. … [Read more...] about 2025 Catio Tour: Explore Creative Feline Spaces in Portland
Summer Shred: Portland’s Free All-Day Rock Festival
Get ready to turn up the volume, Portland. Summer Shred Music Festival invites you to hang and head bang this August. On Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 12 to 11 p.m., the Central Eastside transforms into a high-energy celebration of local rock, cold drinks, good food and community … [Read more...] about Summer Shred: Portland’s Free All-Day Rock Festival
2025 Jade International Night Market
The Jade International Night Market brings together the best of Jade District's local small businesses for a day of food, performances and activities. This annual event offers new opportunities to celebrate culture and diversity of the Jade District community. Here are the details about … [Read more...] about 2025 Jade International Night Market
2025 Portland Adult Soapbox Derby
Mt. Tabor is transforming into a raceway for the annual Portland Adult Soapbox Derby. Once a year, Portlanders convene on the slopes of the city park. Some are there to put their homemade, human-powered vehicles to the test. Others are there to simply enjoy the show. Here's how you can join … [Read more...] about 2025 Portland Adult Soapbox Derby
2025 Kenton Street Fair
Kenton Street Fair along N. Denver Ave. celebrates everything that makes this North Portland neighborhood special. If you're looking for more street fairs this summer, don't miss the Hawthorne Street Fair and Belmont Street Fair. Here are the details the 2025 event: 2025 Kenton … [Read more...] about 2025 Kenton Street Fair
2025 Multnomah Days Festival and Parade
Take a trip to Multnomah Village for a day of fun at this neighborhood's annual street fair: Multnomah Days. Did you know this district was originally developed around an Oregon Electric Railway depot in 1909? Multnomah Village now boasts a variety of shops and eateries along its walkable … [Read more...] about 2025 Multnomah Days Festival and Parade
Oregon City Festival of the Arts
Get ready for a weekend of creativity, live performances and family fun at the Oregon City Festival of the Arts. This beloved annual event is Oregon City’s premier arts celebration. Plus, it’s free and open to the public. Also, don't miss Oregon City Porchfest and McLoughlin Garage Sale this … [Read more...] about Oregon City Festival of the Arts
2025 Portland Goth Float
Gather with your fellow Goth community at the 11th annual Portland Goth Float. This annual event invites locals to a fun day floating the Clackamas River. Put on your best goth bathing suit and accessories for a one-of-a-kind day spent outdoors. Here are the details about the 2025 float. 2025 … [Read more...] about 2025 Portland Goth Float
2025 Washougal Arts and Music Festival
Get ready for a vibrant day in an outdoor community market at the Washougal Arts and Music Festival. Every year, local artists and musicians gather in downtown Washougal for a fun outdoor event. Here are the 2025 details: 2025 Washougal Arts and Music Festival Washougal Arts and … [Read more...] about 2025 Washougal Arts and Music Festival
2025 Oregon City Porchfest
Get ready for a weekend of music, community and fun at the Oregon City Porchfest. Oregon City Porchfest is more than just a festival—it’s a community experience. Over two days, the McLoughlin neighborhood transforms into a vibrant stage where local talent shines. This event is an opportunity to … [Read more...] about 2025 Oregon City Porchfest
Portland Hot Sauce Expo
Taste hundreds of hot sauces and see daring spicy food challenges at the Portland Hot Sauce Expo. If you love the fiery sensation of hot sauces, this upcoming festival is bringing the heat to Portland. The Portland Hot Sauce Expo is hosting some of the best hot sauce companies in the country for … [Read more...] about Portland Hot Sauce Expo
2025 Beaverton Night Market
Beaverton Night Market invites you to join the vibrant, cultural, family-friendly event reminiscent of international night markets. Starting in 2014, the summer event has grown into a large-scale event that brings together around 14,000 people each year. This summer, the City of Beaverton is … [Read more...] about 2025 Beaverton Night Market
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