Spend a summer evening at the ultimate swimming hole in Portland’s central city.
Are you ready to make a splash this summer? Look no further than Duckworth Summer Wednesdays, your go-to weekly event for river-fueled fun, safe swimming and fantastic music.
Held along the Eastbank Esplanade, this vibrant community event is organized in partnership with Human Access Project and Lloyd EcoDistrict. Mark your calendars for the 2024 dates.
Dive into Summer Fun at Duckworth Summer Wednesdays
Duckworth Dock, located along the Eastbank Esplanade, is easily accessible from several locations on the central eastside. Grab your swimsuit and head over to Duckworth Dock for a summer evening filled with fun, friends and water activities. This event is free to attend.
What is Duckworth Summer Wednesdays?
Duckworth Summer Wednesdays is more than just a swimming event. It’s a celebration of community, music and the great outdoors. Here’s what you can expect:
Live Entertainment: Groove to the beats of DJ Carlos, PopCartPDX, and a rotating lineup of guest DJs and live performances.
Group Fun: Look out for informal group participation events, such as diving competitions, dance-offs, synchronized swimming and even visits from mermaids.
Safety First: The event has a lifeguard and swimming is at your own risk.
Stunning Views: Don’t miss the Duckworth Double Sunset—a spectacular sight of the setting sun reflecting off the U.S. Bancorp building. This view adds magic to your evening by the river.
2024 Schedule
Events are held on Wednesdays from 6-9 p.m. Here are the dates:
July 10, 2024
July 17, 2024
July 24, 2024
July 31, 2024
August 7, 2024
August 14, 2024
August 21, 2024
August 28, 2024
Getting There
Duckworth Dock is reachable only by non-motorized transportation. Parking is available near the Convention Center and Rose Quarter. Here are your options:
- By Bike: Biking is strongly recommended. Also, you can join Bike Portland’s Ankeny Happy Hour and bike to Duckworth Summer Wednesdays with BikeLoud.
- Take Transit: The Rose Quarter Transit Center is just a 7-minute walk from the dock via Max or bus.
- Travel by Foot or Wheelchair: Enjoy a scenic walk or roll to the dock.
Eastbank Esplanade is at Southeast Water Avenue and Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard in Portland. For more information, visit Human Access Project’s event page.
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Eastbank Esplanade
Southeast Water Avenue & Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard
Portland, OR 97232