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Portland Events

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

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Asian Heritage Month
May 11–31, 2022

Asian Heritage Month

Lan Su Chinese Garden Varies

Celebrate Asian Heritage Month this May with exciting cultural performances and activities at Lan Su…

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Cultural Communities, Music
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Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, and Mexican Modernism
Feb. 19–June 5, 2022

Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, and Mexican Modernism

Portland Art Museum Cost Varies

Internationally beloved artists Frida Kahlo (1907–1954) and Diego Rivera (1886–1957) played a cr…

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Art & Design, Cultural Communities
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Oregon Wine Month
May 1–31, 2022

Oregon Wine Month

Multiple locations.

You can celebrate Willamette Valley wine all year round, but especially during Oregon Wine Month, wh…

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Food & Drink, Wine
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Vanport Mosaic Festival
May 20–June 7, 2022

Vanport Mosaic Festival

Various locations Free

2022 marks the 80th anniversary of the building of Vanport, once Oregon’s second-largest city, and…

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Cultural Communities, Festival, Film, History, Readings & Talks

Events in Portland Today, Tomorrow and This Weekend

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Things to Do in Portland Today

Today is a beautiful day to explore all that Portland has to offer. This page lists the best Portland events, festivals, concerts, tours and exhibitions that are happening today.

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Things to Do in Portland Tomorrow

Are you going to be in town and looking for something to do tomorrow? There are so many fun things to do in Portland and tomorrow is the perfect day to explore.

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Things to Do in Portland This Weekend

Looking for what to do in Portland this weekend? This page lists the best Portland events, festivals, concerts, tours and exhibitions that are happening this weekend.

What Interests You?

Whether you are a history buff, a wine connoisseur, just learning how to paddleboard or love watching a great game of basketball you’ll find what you’re looking for — or maybe a new passion — in Portland.

Something for Everyone

Discover events in Portland that are tailored to your tastes, no matter how eclectic.

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Arts

Art gallery wanderers, theater lovers and those with a curious eye will find something to marvel at in this creative city with galleries, public art, art festivals and events, and avant-garde institutions in Portland’s vibrant arts scene.

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Biking

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

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Beer

Portland is the craft beer capital and home to 70+ breweries. (No wonder we call it “Beervana!”)

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Cannabis

Learn all about cannabis in Portland including: where you can and can't smoke weed, cannabis tours and more.

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Craft Spirits

Powered by a collective of Southeast Portland spirit makers, Portland's craft distilling era is coming of age.

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Food

“Food” in Portland can mean so many things, and there’s always more delicious exploring to be done — from food carts to farmers’ markets (and award-winning restaurants, of course), Portland is a culinary haven for foodies of all stripes.

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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.

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Music

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

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Nightlife

Nightlife in Portland doesn't mean just hitting the club. Portland comes to life after hours with open mic nights, comedy, karaoke spots, delicious late-night eats, swanky bowling, and plenty of venues for any kind of music.

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Outdoors

The perfect launchpad for outdoor activities and adventure with snow-capped mountains, the Pacific ocean, countless rivers, forested hikes and beautiful urban gardens, Portland has something for every kind of outdoor enthusiast.

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Sports

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

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Wine

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

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Weird

Keep Portland Weird is a local mantra, as Portland stands alone, offering tastes, sights and experiences you won’t find anyplace else. Do as locals do and embrace the city's quirky vibes.


Spring in Portland brings everyone inside to indulge in the city’s legendary culinary scene.

Spring in Portland

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

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Spring in Portland sees the city burst into bloom. Several places around the city provide opportunities to view vibrant flowers and spring colors. Also, the spring brings back the city’s signature Portland Rose Festival. Bring the whole family for Spring Break and enjoy activities for everyone.

Summer in Portland may be one of the world’s best-kept secrets. Days are long and dry, temperatures are comfortably warm, and the city makes the most of these conditions with outdoor celebrations and exciting things to do running well into September. There’s no better time for hikes, taking a dip in the Willamette River or heading to a nearby farm to pick (and devour) delicious berries.

Fall is the time to celebrate the spookiest season. Explore Halloween events, haunted tours and festive corn mazes. Autumn is also a great time to peruse Portland’s theater scene or watch a Trail Blazers game.

Events by Season

Portland is welcoming and lively year-round, with every season offering its own allures.

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Spring in Portland

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

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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.

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Fall in Portland

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

Whether it’s your first time visiting Portland or you’re looking for something new to discover, there are plenty of events to entertain and welcome you to the City of Roses. With something happening every month, the biggest challenge is narrowing down the abundance of choices. Perhaps these handy tours and itineraries can help find things of interest and plan your next trip to Stumptown. But, with a never-ending roster of events in Portland, you’re sure to find plenty worth celebrating every month of the year. 

Events by Month

No matter what time of year you visit, there's always something fun to see and do in Portland.

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January Events

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

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February Events

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

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March Events

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

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April Events

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

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May Events

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

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June Events

Portland's "festival season" warms up every June with the Portland Rose Festival, Portland Pride Parade and Festival, plentiful outdoor concerts and celebrations of craft beer.

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July Events

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

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August Events

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

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September Events

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

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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.

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November Events

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

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December Events

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

We love this city and we love to celebrate it together. The many annual festivals thrown throughout the year are one way Portlanders do just that. You can sample the area’s bounty and explore your love of food at the many farmer’s markets and food festivals throughout the year. Also, with beer festivals and events happening every month you can quench your thirst while discovering new favorites. Maybe you love film, theater, culture or something a little offbeat, you can bet that Portland loves it, too. Find a festival or celebration that is just right for you in Portland.

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Annual Festivals

Eat, drink and be merry at these annual festivals in and around Portland.

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Portland’s Best Annual Festivals

With a never-ending roster of events in Portland, you’re sure to find plenty worth celebrating every month of the year. Here are 54 of our favorites.

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Portland’s Best Food Festivals

We’ve collected PDX’s best foodie events to help you make the most of what our sweet and savory city has to offer all year round.

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Beer Festivals in Portland

Portland isn't shy about its love of beer — the city has nearly as many beer festivals as it does breweries.

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