Sitting atop Crown Point, Vista House is the crown jewel of the Columbia River Gorge. While the viewpoint and parking have remained open, Vista House has been mostly closed over the past two years. It had a limited reopening last fall and closed again for needed repairs. Now, the building is … [Read more...] about Visit Vista House: The Crown Jewel of the Columbia River Gorge
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2026 Portland Saturday Market
Explore local arts, crafts, food and performers at Portland Saturday Market. The popular downtown market is back featuring more than 100 booths filled with handcrafted goods. In operation since 1974, the weekly marketplace has gained national recognition as the largest continuously … [Read more...] about 2026 Portland Saturday Market
Movie Madness Free Community Screenings
Movie Madness, Portland's very own video rental store, hosts free community screenings every week. Started in 1991, Movie Madness has more than 80,000 titles, including new releases, childhood classics, foreign films from more than 65 countries, an extensive LGBTQ section, and cult … [Read more...] about Movie Madness Free Community Screenings
Free Summer Concerts in the Parks
Enjoying music outdoors is a quintessential summertime activity. Portland Parks and Recreation is hosting 17 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
2026 Portland Weird Fest
Are you ready to embrace the strange, the unusual and the downright bizarre? Look no further than Portland Weird Fest. This one-of-a-kind event takes over Oaks Park, offering a day filled with eccentricity and wonder for the whole family. Here are the details: 2026 Portland Weird … [Read more...] about 2026 Portland Weird Fest
Go Back in Time at the Philip Foster Farm Cider Squeeze
Take a step back in time at the annual Philip Foster Farm Cider Squeeze. The Philip Foster Farm is a historic 1840s homestead featuring original and reconstructed buildings. Visitors to the farm participate in hands-on activities and get an insider's look at what life was like on a working farm … [Read more...] about Go Back in Time at the Philip Foster Farm Cider Squeeze
2026 Portland Greek Festival
The annual Portland Greek Festival invites the community to enjoy the flavors, dances and traditions of the Mediterranean culture. In the late 1800s, the first Greek immigrants came the Northwest to work in fishing, lumber, railroad and other jobs. That's when the Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox … [Read more...] about 2026 Portland Greek Festival
Join the Celebration at CullyFest
Looking for a vibrant, fun and community-focused event to attend? 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 Belmont Street … [Read more...] about Join the Celebration at CullyFest
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
2026 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 2026 Clinton Street Fair


















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