Head to Milwaukie this weekend for a special freebie at Great American Video & Espresso. Since 1983, this local video store has been the go-to rental stop for movie lovers. The shop's rentals are still going strong with more than 10,000 films available. While you're picking out your favorite … [Read more...] about Free Italian Ice Day at Great American Video & Espresso
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Free and Cheap Events this Weekend
Inexpensive Activities for All There is always something to do in Portland. Yet, not all events in the Rose City come with a cheap price tag. If you're looking to have a great time without breaking the budget, you've come to the right place.Free events in Portland Every week I will add new free … [Read more...] about Free and Cheap Events this Weekend
2022 Troutdale Arts Festival
Connect with your community and support regional artists, studios, workshops, and galleries at the Troutdale Arts Festival at Glenn Otto Park along the Sandy River. Hosted by Cascadia Arts Association, the festival features more than 75 art vendors. Art forms include mixed media, jewelry, … [Read more...] about 2022 Troutdale Arts Festival
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
Portland Rose Festival Free and Cheap Events
For more than 100 years, the Portland Rose Festival has been a beloved celebration of our beautiful city. It takes place every year from the end of May through June. This citywide celebration is inclusive of everyone with many free and cheap events for everyone to enjoy. The 2022 Rose … [Read more...] about Portland Rose Festival Free and Cheap Events
BOHEME PDX: An Outdoor Market for Portland Creators
Explore an outdoor market of Portland artists, musicians, makers and other small business owners at the BOHEME PDX. If you love finding one-of-a-kind, handcrafted local goods, plan on visiting BOHEME PDX this year. The market, located at the convergence of Slabtown and the Pearl, has a curated … [Read more...] about BOHEME PDX: An Outdoor Market for Portland Creators
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
North Portland Free Clothing Exchange
Update your wardrobe at this free community clothing exchange. The North Portland Free Clothing Exchange was started by a group of friends who were looking for a way to pass along gently used clothing, especially for their kids who outgrew clothes quickly. The clothing exchange is built on the … [Read more...] about North Portland Free Clothing Exchange
Planet Fitness Gives Teens Free Summer Membership
Free gym membership? Yes, please. Planet Fitness has locations all over Portland metro offering deals on gym memberships. This summer, the gym's commitment to low-cost memberships is about to get even sweeter for your teenager. Planet Fitness High School Summer Pass From May 16 … [Read more...] about Planet Fitness Gives Teens Free Summer Membership
Free Carousel and Train Rides at Oaks Park
Oaks Amusement Park invites the community to enjoy two vintage pieces of Portland's history free of charge. Portland's very own amusement park has been bringing joy to the young and young at heart since 1905. In fact, it is one of the oldest continually operating amusement parks in the … [Read more...] about Free Carousel and Train Rides at Oaks Park
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
2022 Museums on Us: Free Museum Admission This Weekend
Bank of America's Museums On Us program lets customers visit Portland museums for free the first weekend of the month. More than 220 museums and attractions participate in the Bank of America free museum days in cities across the United States. In Portland, we're lucky enough to have three of the … [Read more...] about 2022 Museums on Us: Free Museum Admission This Weekend
Portland Flea: A Weekly Vintage, Handmade Market
Calling all vintage, handmade, food loving Portlanders! Explore one-of-a-kind goods at Portland Flea. For the past 11 years, Portland Flea has created a gathering place for our city's creators to showcase their talents. Get out and join your community of makers, food purveyors and curators at … [Read more...] about Portland Flea: A Weekly Vintage, Handmade Market
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
Discount Day at OMSI
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. OMSI discount day is here to bring one of Portland's best attractions to you for cheap. Science lovers and explorers of the unknown … [Read more...] about Discount Day at OMSI
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. This event started as one of the state's only Monday farmers markets to bring the community together and shop local. Now the market also offers a farmer training program, which supports … [Read more...] about Come Thru Black and Indigenous Market
Parkrose Marketplace: Northeast Portland’s Outdoor Market
Sponsored post Why not shake off those COVID winter blues by coming to the best new outdoor marketplace in Northeast Portland? Parkrose Marketplace is a community market with 65+ vendors, live music, great food, and a beer and whiskey garden. This free event is open to everyone, including … [Read more...] about Parkrose Marketplace: Northeast Portland’s Outdoor Market
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
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