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The Tesla City Stories Discount: Get Exclusive $12 Tickets

Sponsored post June brings the summer sun but also some vintage fun as The Tesla City Stories returns to the Old Church Concert Hall for a mix of comedy and action! Here's how you can claim discount tickets to this one-of-a-kind Portland performance.  Get $12 discount tickets to The Tesla … [Read more...] about The Tesla City Stories Discount: Get Exclusive $12 Tickets

Get Free and Cheap Donuts on National Donut Day

National Donut Day or National Doughnut Day? However you spell it, Portlanders love donuts. Here's a great excuse to indulge in your favorite breakfast pastry. When is National Donut Day? National Donut Day is celebrated on the first Friday of June. In 2026, it is Friday, June 5! Celebrate … [Read more...] about Get Free and Cheap Donuts on National Donut Day

Tropical Smoothie Cafe National Flip Flop Day Deal

Who doesn't love a free smoothie? On National Flip Flop Day, Tropical Smoothie Cafe is giving you opportunities to sip on some delicious savings.  Tropical Smoothie Cafe is bringing the sunshine to you during this upcoming event. Get a Free Smoothie at Tropical Smoothie Cafe On Friday, … [Read more...] about Tropical Smoothie Cafe National Flip Flop Day Deal

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 to enjoy.  The 2026 Rose Festival is May … [Read more...] about Portland Rose Festival Free and Cheap Events

Summer Market at Fubonn Shopping Center

Summer Market invites you to a multi-week celebration of AAPI makers, artists and culinary delights at Fubonn Shopping Center. The event is hosted by White Lotus Foundation, a local nonprofit committed to supporting and empowering individuals in the Asian American and Pacific Islander … [Read more...] about Summer Market at Fubonn Shopping Center

Veganizer Asian Market

Veganizer Asian Market is taking over The Redd for an evening filled with food, drinks, art, home goods and live entertainment. Here's your chance to celebrate Asian culture through a vegan lens with a community of local chefs and creators.  Check out what's in store. Veganizer Asian … [Read more...] about Veganizer Asian Market

2026 Portland Pride Month Events

June is Pride Month. Portland has a variety of events to celebrate our LGBTQ+ community.  Did you know Pride has been celebrated in Portland since the early 1970s? Portland's long history of acceptance and inclusion is honored throughout the year with many LGBTQ+ events. During Pride … [Read more...] about 2026 Portland Pride Month Events

Free Bowling for Kids at Alleys in and around Portland

Here's a fun way to beat the heat and spend time with your family. Kids Bowl Free is a program that offers complimentary bowling to kids all summer long.  Kids who are registered for the program get two free games of bowling each day of the summer. Start and end dates vary by bowling … [Read more...] about Free Bowling for Kids at Alleys in and around Portland

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