Portland Events

$DJ Anjali and the Gulabi Gang perform at My People\'s Market in 2017.$

From beer festivals to artistic performances, there’s always something to do in Portland.

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Sunday, Jan. 26, 2020

Mochitsuki

Portland State University $4-$12

A Japanese New Year tradition, Mochitsuki refers to the pounding of sticky rice to make mochi rice c…

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Cultural Communities, Food & Drink, For Kids, Music

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Jan. 31–Feb. 29, 2020

Cascade Festival of African Films

PCC Cascade Campus & Hollywood Theatre Free

A free popular Portland event for 29 years, this year’s film festival features five weeks of more …

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Black History Month, Cultural Communities, Festival, Film

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Feb. 7–9, 2020

One Moto Show

Veterans Memorial Coliseum

Every February, the One Moto Show draws thousands of bikers and enthusiasts to Portland to celebrate…

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Feb. 12–17, 2020

Valen Tango

DoubleTree by Hilton $24-$349

The City of Roses boasts one of the best tango communities outside of Buenos Aires, with dances and …

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Nightlife

Winter in Portland

Portland's arts and culture scenes are in full swing during the long nights of winter, when the city comes to life with special activities events.

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Jan. 25–Feb. 9, 2020

Chinese New Year

Lan Su Chinese Garden $10 General; $9 Senior (62+), $7 Student (6-18 or with College ID), Free for Children under 5

Every year, Portland’s Lan Su Chinese Garden offers two weeks of traditional Chinese New Year even…

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Cultural Communities, For Kids

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Jan. 24–Feb. 16, 2020

Reel Music Film Festival

Whitsell Auditorium

Featuring a kaleidoscopic selection of genres, movements, labels, bands, and solo artists, the annua…

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Festival, Film, Music

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Jan. 30–Feb. 9, 2020

Fertile Ground Festival

Multiple locations Prices vary

See Portland’s newest theater and dance works every January at Portland’s Fertile Ground Festival.

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Feb. 1–29, 2020

Black History Festival NW

Venues Citywide

Black History Festival NW is an all-ages celebration of culture and heritage showcasing Black artist…

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Black History Month, Cultural Communities, Festival

Peruse local artwork at Alberta Street Gallery in Northeast Portland.

Arts

Galleries, public art, events and avant-garde institutions fill Portland’s vibrant arts scene.

The slopes of Mount Tabor Park (an extinct cinder cone volcano in Southeast Portland) is a favorite with local bikers.

Biking

One of the best ways to explore the Rose City is on two wheels.

Beer

Portland is home to more breweries than any other city on earth. (No wonder we call it “Beervana!”)

For an upscale dispensary experience, head to minimalist-chic Serra in downtown Portland.

Cannabis

Learn all about legal cannabis in Portland with our coverage of the dos, don’ts and more.

Craft Spirits

Food

From food carts to farmers markets and award-winning restaurants, Portland is a culinary haven for foodies of all stripes.

Take a class or peruse unique locally-made goods at ceramics studio Carter & Rose on Southeast Division Street.

Makers

Portland is a hub for artists, entrepreneurs and creators alike, with community studios, warehouses and makerspaces that let you DIY your way around town.

Music

Portland’s musical offerings are diverse as the city itself, with options including indie rock, jazz, classical, pop and more.

Karma Rivera performs in Portland in 2019.

Nightlife

Dance clubs, karaoke and comedy all come out at night in Portland — as do late happy hours, swanky bowling and other unexpected delights.

Don’t be shy. Say hi to nature in Portland! We guarantee that by the end of the trail you two will be best friends.

Outdoors

Portland is the perfect launchpad for outdoor activities and adventure.

$Catch a soccer game at downtown Portland\'s Providence Park, which is the proud home of the Portland Thorns and Timbers football clubs.$

Sports

From seeing a soccer match with the Timbers Army to rooting for Rip City and the Trail Blazers, Portland loves its sports.

Wine

With wine country in its backyard, Portland overflows with wine bars and urban wineries, offering special varietals from around the world.

Outfits of all stripes are encouraged at the Division Street Fair.

Weird

Diverse dining options, gorgeous gardens and unexpected attractions make Portland one of a kind.

$The Jade Night Market returns every summer with food, entertainment and shopping to celebrate the diversity and culture of communities who live and create in Southeast Portland\'s Jade District.$

Summer in Portland

In the summertime, Portland pulls out all the stops, with festivals celebrating craft beer, music, contemporary art and the city’s culinary scene.

Wander through fields of blooms at Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm, located about an hour south of Portland.

Spring in Portland

Springtime in Portland bring plenty of showers and new growth, along with only-in-Portland activities and celebrations of beer, food, fiestas and flowers.

Fall in Portland

As the trees change color and the weather cools, Portland’s calendar fills with cultural, wine and autumnal events.

$January\'s Fertile Ground Festival celebrates new Portland works.$

January Events

From theater to roller derby, Portland kicks off the year with an eclectic assortment of events.

February Events

February is the perfect month to take in fine Portland food, film, music and more.

Peruse local art, crafts, furniture, food and much more at Portland Saturday Market.

March Events

Shop, eat and cheer your way through the last of winter with these March events in Portland.

$Questlove headlined the 2014 Soul\'d Out Music Festival.$

April Events

Spring in Portland brings festivals dedicated to wine, tulips and tunes.

Portland Farmers Market at Portland State University is open Saturdays year round in downtown Portland.

May Events

From farmers' markets to fiestas, there's plenty to do in Portland in May.

$Every June, Portland comes to life the week around Pride, a time of solidarity and celebration with the city\'s vibrant LGBTQIA+ community.$

June Events

Portland's "festival season" warms up every June with Rose Fest, Pride, outdoor concerts and beer.

$Volunteers pour beer at the Oregon Brewers Festival, held every July on Portland\'s waterfront.$

July Events

July in Portland is a busy time, with a variety of live music, beer fests and film events to take in.

Cyclists of all ages cross the Fremont Bridge during the annual Bridge Pedal.

August Events

Biking across bridges and cheering on soapbox racers are two of many great August events in Portland.

A chef prepares a dish for a dinner during Feast Portland, the culinary celebration held every September.

September Events

As summer winds down, Portland ups the ante with performance art, live music and dining events throughout September.

Local artist Poppy Dully showcases her work during Portland Open Studios.

October Events

October events in Portland include a giant pumpkin race, "can't miss" film festival, corn mazes, haunted houses and other autumn and Halloween-themed events.

$When winter begins, the deer\'s nose on the city\'s iconic \$

November Events

Get cozy with downtown's holiday tree lighting, Willamette Valley wine or a good Northwest-made movie.

$Get into the spirit with a visit to Portland\'s holiday tree at Pioneer Courthouse Square.$

December Events

Favorite December events in Portland include light displays, holiday shopping, seasonal traditions and a beer festival.