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Portland Events

Whether you’re looking for events happening tonight, tomorrow, this weekend or beyond, there’s never a shortage of things to do in Portland — some free, all fun (and many that may be near you now).

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Festival Season in Portland

May kicks off Portland's busiest season for cultural celebrations, roses, UFOs and more.

May Events
Food Cart Week
May 11–18, 2025

Food Cart Week

Various Locations

Whether you call them food trucks or food carts, they’re flourishing in Portland — with hundreds throughout the…

Food & Drink
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AANHPI Heritage Month
May 3–31, 2025

AANHPI Heritage Month

Lan Su Chinese Garden Cost Varies

Join Lan Su to celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month. In…

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Cultural Communities
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Portland Farmers Market at Shemanski Park
Ongoing

Portland Farmers Market at Shemanski Park

Shemanski Park

Shemanski Park Farmers' Market is a popular shopping destination for downtown residents, office workers, tourists…

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Food & Drink, Shopping
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Filmed by Bike Film Festival
May 15–18, 2025

Filmed by Bike Film Festival

Hollywood Theatre Cost Varies

Watch the world's best bike films at the Hollywood Theatre. Filmed by Bike showcases a global bike community with a…

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Festival, Film

Events in Portland Today, Tomorrow and This Weekend

Whether you're heading out today or planning for the future, find exciting upcoming events.

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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.

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Portland Festivals

From live music to free events to craft beer bonanzas, explore Portland’s top annual festivals.

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Portland Rose Festival

Portland Rose Festival features multiple parades, waterfront carnival rides, concerts, races, fireworks and plenty of roses.

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Waterfront Blues Festival

Every Fourth of July weekend, the Waterfront Blues Festival takes over downtown Portland’s Waterfront Park.

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Portland Beer Festivals

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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Pedalpalooza Bike Festival

Portland's cycling culture peaks each summer during the months-long Pedalpalooza bike festival, featuring 100+ local-led, themed rides, all open to the public.

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Pickathon Music Festival

Every August, Pickathon draws diverse musical performers to celebrate music and the outdoors at the lush Pendarvis Farm just outside of Portland.

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Portland Music Festivals

Looking for a tuneful way to enjoy your time in Portland? Get your tickets now for these exciting annual celebrations.

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The Portland Book Festival

Portland Book Festival (formerly “Wordstock”) returns every November with an impressive (and extensive) lineup of local and national authors.

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Portland Winter Light Festival

Brighten your February with a visit to Portland’s annual Winter Lights Festival, where you’ll find glowing sculptures, twinkling lights, lively events and more.

Something for Everyone

Whatever your tastes and budget, mark your calendar for fun upcoming Portland events.

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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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Free and Cheap Things to Do in Portland

Some of the best things to do in Portland are totally free. Connect with nature, discover local artists or learn something new.

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Downtown

Explore Portland’s Living Room, abundant tax-free shopping for luxury and local goods, beautiful city parks and easy airport access from your downtown hotel.

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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 folk music to dog shows, Portland kicks off the year with an eclectic assortment of events.

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February Events

February in Portland is the perfect month to explore live music, dancing, cultural festivals and more.

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March Events

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

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April Events

April in Portland means heading outside to enjoy gorgeous blooms and epic views, along with plenty of cultural offerings.

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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

Top Portland events in June include beloved festivals like the Portland Rose Festival and Pedalpalooza, beer-centric bashes, cultural celebrations and more.

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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

Portland in November gets cozy with downtown’s holiday tree lighting, Willamette Valley wine tasting and a festival to help you find a great book.

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December Events

Popular December events in Portland include annual traditions like tree decorating and light displays, holiday shopping, and cheering on your favorite teams.

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Things to Do in Portland

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