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Portland packs the sunniest season with festivals celebrating the city's music, craft beer, contemporary art and internationally-acclaimed culinary scene.
Summer in Portland may be one of the world’s best-kept secrets. Days are long and (mostly) 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. Meanwhile, annual summertime events and festivals include the joyous Portland Pride Festival and Parade, the epic Oregon Brewers Festival, and Pickathon Music Festival.
Summer Weather
During Portland’s summers, the days are warm (average high 78° F/25° C) with blissfully low humidity. Rain is rare and the evenings are long (the sun doesn’t set until around 9 p.m. in June and July).
What to Pack
If you’re visiting Portland in the summertime, we recommend packing typical warm weather attire (think shorts, t-shirts and open-toed shoes) along with a few layers (like a light jacket) for cooler evenings spent outside.
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Summer Treats in Portland
Stay energized and hydrated with tropical açaí bowls, guacamole-covered cucumbers and organic frozen yogurt. Then, treat yourself to creative cocktails, caffeinated milkshakes, creamy cold brews, and other quintessentially Portland bevies.
Refreshing Summer Snacks
Everyone’s favorite summer appetizer becomes even more refreshing with one simple, creative substitution at Mexican-inspired mainstay ¿Por Qué No?. Next time you order guacamole for the table, swap housemade chips for sliced cucumbers topped with fresh lime juice and chili salt. Delicious and hydrating!
Start your morning with a healthy breakfast rich in fiber, vitamins, veggies and vibrant flavor. Chic brunch spot Harlow specializes in scrambles, wraps, salads, smoothies and bowls — one of their most popular offerings is the Betty Bowl. They start with your choice of quinoa or rice, add a scoop of daily beans, then pile on steamed kale, roasted vegetables, sea vegetables, kimchi and more. Add avocado or a poached egg to kick things up another notch.
Crisp Salads, a sophisticated salad bar, has plenty of great gourmet options on the menu, but why settle for someone else’s dream salad when you can create your own? Select from a variety of greens, a long list of dressings, and dozens of fresh ingredients — think beets, roasted pumpkin seeds, cranberries, and smoked wild salmon — to build your own perfect, healthy lunch.
The Yogi Bowl at Carioca Bowls is a tropical vacation in a dish. Start by picking any two açaí blends, like the “Pure” blend for cleansing or the “Copa” blend for energizing. They’ll top this antioxidant-rich base with granola, sliced banana, strawberries, peanut butter, toasted coconut and cinnamon. Add local Honey Mama’s chocolate pieces or Jem Organics cashew cardamom spread for next-level snacking decadence.
Cool off with an organic, probiotic-rich treat at dessert destination Eb & Bean. This artisanal fro-yo shop offers classic tart, chocolate and vanilla as well as five rotating flavors made from coconut, almond, cashew and cow milks. An incredible array of locally made toppings, like salted vanilla caramel corn and cold brew bourbon sauce, makes your excursion even sweeter.
Only-in-Portland Summer Drinks
The cocktail list at Hale Pele is an impressive assortment of all things tropical: fruit juice, coconut, tartness, tang — even group drinks for the whole table to share. But if it’s a drink for just one you’re after, why not try the classic that helped launch the tiki bar craze Hale Pele celebrates today: the Zombie Punch, which blends an assortment of rums with fresh juices (and dashes of spice). It’s strong. It’s refreshing. It’s delicious.
Portland’s latest coffee craze draws inspiration from the city’s other beverage of choice: beer. Stumptown Coffee Roasters locations now sport pressurized nitrogen taps that dispense not hoppy IPAs, but chocolate-y cold brew. The nitrogen gives the coffee a creamy, full-bodied texture with a thick head of foam reminiscent of a frothy pint of Guinness. Bottoms up!
Sometimes, in the summer, you simply must have a slushy. If you find yourself in such a mood, get to Hey Love, stat. With plants lining the walls and ceilings and a menu emphasizing fresh, bright ingredients, “it’s summer all year round” at Hey Love. The cocktail menu’s focus is on the summery as well — one of the many delicious options is the Oaxacan Sunrise, which combines a mezcal margarita, passion fruit puree and a strawberry slushy. (Plus it comes in a cactus-shaped glass — how fun is that?)
Cocktail aficionados will be familiar with the Martinez, a classic that prefigured the martini (basically, a Manhattan for gin lovers). Rum Club’s twist on this storied cocktail is the Pedro Martínez, a tempting marriage of rum, vermouth, maraschino and two types of bitters. It’s a refreshing summer drink that’s also rich and robust enough to win over imbibers who may prefers cocktails of the wintery variety.
Patty and Jim Roberts have been perfecting their handcrafted coffee concoctions since 1975, and their decadent mochas and milkshakes have become the stuff of local legend. Skip the Frappuccino line in favor of Jim and Patty’s original recipes, available in indulgent flavors like Caramel Fudge, Habanero Mocha, Mokaluah Screamer and Alameda Mudslide.
Spring’s first sunny days herald the return of the White Owl Social Club’s slushy machine, churning out sweet creations like the Hornitos Plata Margarita, plus an additional rotating slushy cocktail. Enjoy your refreshments on White Owl’s sprawling backyard patio, complete with a fire pit and tabletop s’mores — the ultimate summer dessert.
You’ll come to Victoria Bar for top-notch cocktails, like the perfect-for-summer Isla Bonita: a blended piña colada featuring chai-infused Bacardi Cuatro (plus coconut and lime, of course). You’ll stay for the menu of delicious, vegan-friendly pub fare. And you’ll keep on staying for the excellent, expansive patio, where you can enjoy your snacks and summer drinks with a side order of abundant fresh air.
Make a Splash
Beat the heat like a local by jumping into the nearest river, lake or fountain in Portland.
Swimming Holes Near Portland
Stay cool all summer long at these serene swimming spots, surrounded by the stunning natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest — and all less than an hour away from Portland.
Make a Splash in the Willamette River
When summertime heats up in Portland, cooling off is as easy as heading to one of the city's many riverfront beaches or docks for a refreshing dip or getting the gear for water sports such as kayaking, or SUP.
Sauvie Island
Sauvie Island, the Manhattan-size isle is one of the largest river islands in the country just north of Portland, is where families can find an entire day’s worth of adventures with swimming, hiking, birding and local farms.
Bike Summer in Portland
Whether you’re a cycling fanatic, an occasional cruiser or just a lover of fun events, Pedalpalooza has something for you. Extended throughout June, July and August, this bike- and fun-focused festival celebrates summer with over 100 rides throughout town.
Portland’s annual Bridge Pedal is a community celebration of the city’s iconic bridges and biking culture. Join thousands of fellow bicyclists in crossing Portland’s car-free streets and bridges (including the upper decks of the Marquam and Fremont bridges). The Bridge Pedal is both one of the largest community bike rides in the world and one of the city’s favorite summertime traditions.
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The largest of its kind in the world, Portland’s World Naked Bike Ride draws thousands of cyclists to cruise commando through the streets of Portland every June or July. The location of the bike ride is revealed mere days before the event, so keep your eyes on their website for more information.
Summer Activities
Make the most of Portland's epic summer season with these local activities.
Summer Events and Festivals
Summer Markets
Founded in 2020, the anti-racist Come Thru Black & Indigenous Market centers Black and Indigenous farmers and makers every other Monday afternoon at The Redd on Salmon Street in Southeast Portland. In addition to serving as an incubator for BIPOC growers and entrepreneurs, the Come Thru Market Farmer Training Program supports new farmers of color in Portland, including immigrants and refugees, in building their farmers’ market readiness and success.
My People’s Market allows shoppers a chance to discover the diversity of Portland. Connect with BIPOC entrepreneurs, makers, artists and culinary wizards while experiencing the sounds of local Portland artists and performers.
Since 1974, the Portland Saturday Market has been a beloved Rose City tradition that showcases handmade arts and crafts. On any given Saturday from spring through the day before Christmas, shoppers can tap their heels to bluegrass pickers and jazz musicians or sample ethnic eats like falafel or kielbasa while browsing wares sold by the makers themselves.
Every Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m., Portland State University’s Farmer’s Market fills two entire city blocks with organic produce, baked desserts and prepared foods (which, by the way, make for excellent local gifts for people from out of town). You’ll also see chef demonstrations, market music and a lineup of food education events all summer long.
Outdoor Performances
On Fridays in the summer, you can grab a picnic and head to the picturesque tranquility of Laurelhurst Park, where, nestled among the trees, you can watch some free Comedy in the Park put on by Kickstand Comedy. Every week, favorite local comedians and national comics come to please the crowd. Blankets drop at 6:00, but get there earlier to claim a good spot for viewing. The show is for all ages, but content may range from PG-13 to R, so it’s at a parent’s discretion to bring children.
Noon Tunes, presented by The Oregonian and 101.9 Kink, is a summer concert series that serenades tourists and office workers on their lunch breaks by bringing some of the region’s best musical talent to a stage in the middle of Pioneer Courthouse Square on Tuesdays in July and August. So bring your brown bag — or grab a bite at Carts on the Square — and soak in the tunes.
With a robust lineup of musical acts, PDX Live presents a series of outdoor concerts in Portland’s Living Room, Pioneer Courthouse Square throughout the summer months.
Inspired by Portland’s food cart culture, Opera a la Cart brings live opera directly into the community. Designed and built by architecture students at Portland State University, the cart features a fold-out stage and a “menu” of operatic specials of the day sung by local artists. It pops up at farmers’ markets, parks, festivals, street fairs and other events throughout the Portland region all summer.
Reed College in Southeast Portland hosts the yearly Chamber Music NW Summer Festival. Music fans share picnics and wine on the campus lawn before heading indoors to hear the sublime music.
Spreading music and delight throughout Portland, Piano Push Play presents a kick-off concert to commence a summer filled with music. You can catch – or stage your own – performances at these artistic pianos all around town.
Sounds of Summer
Happen upon, or seek out summer tunes in Portland.
Edgefield Concerts on the Lawn
With acts that have ranged from Phoebe Bridgers to Stevie Wonder, McMenamins Edgefield Concerts on the Lawn are an annual rite of summer and a hot ticket for cool nights.
Chamber Music Northwest’s Summer Festival
Chamber Music Northwest’s annual summer festival combines high-caliber classical music with a laid-back atmosphere.
Piano Push Play Brings Music to the People
Piano Push Play invites local artists to transform old, donated pianos into whimsical works of art which are distributed across the city.
Art Walks
The Art in the Pearl annual fine arts and crafts festival occurs every year on Labor Day weekend in the Pearl District’s North Park Blocks. The free event has been named one of the top such festivals in the country, where you can find art, theater, music, and hands-on activities for people of all ages.
Venturing beyond the borders of the central city, visitors can also find enjoyable events. Multnomah Days in Multnomah Village is one of Portland’s oldest street fairs. The St. Johns neighborhood hosts a yearly St. Johns Art Walk.
Outdoor Movies
Gather up the family and head to Pioneer Courthouse Square for free movies and popcorn under the stars. Transforming Portland’s Living Room into Portland’s largest outdoor movie theater, Flicks on the Bricks is held every year in July. Arrive early to score one of the limited theater-style seats, or bring your own low-back chairs, blankets or cushions.
Partnering with the Oregon State Parks Department, the Hollywood Theatre brings a series of screenings in Oregon State Parks. The Hollywood Theatre Outdoor Movies take place in parks within an hour’s drive of Portland, with film programming selected to complement the diverse features of each park. Explore Oregon parks’ amazing recreational amenities during the day, then sit back at dusk and catch a film.
Favorite Summer Events
Experience the best of summer in Portland at these annual warm-weather events.
Summer Festivals
The mesmerizing Festival of Balloons in Tigard (a suburb 30 minutes southwest of downtown Portland by car) brings more than a dozen brightly colored, colossal hot-air balloons to the sky every June. Enjoy balloon rides and a fair-like atmosphere, including a beer garden, live music and kid-friendly activities.
The Portland Craft Beer Festival brings a huge outdoor party to The Fields, along with a huge selection of local beers, ciders and wine, all crafted within Portland city limits.
Over the Fourth of July weekend, crowds of more than 100,000 will attend the Waterfront Blues Festival in downtown Portland, grooving to a star-studded lineup of blues artists by the river.
Known far and wide as a gay-friendly destination, Rose City is open and accepting to every kind of visitor. During the month of July, it gets friendlier than ever, with the Portland Pride Festival and Parade and various LGBTQ+ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, queer, plus) community celebrations all over town.
The Jazz Society’s Cathedral Park Jazz Festival is free, open to the public and held over three days in mid-July at Cathedral Park at the base of the St. Johns Bridge in the Cathedral Park neighborhood. Nearing four decades of history, the festival is the longest-running jazz and blues festival west of the Mississippi River.
The Vanport Jazz Festival honors the city of Vanport and the voices that formed Portland’s jazz community. Near the historic 1948 flood site, the event transforms Colwood Golf Course into a cultural revival, welcoming nationally renowned artists and breathing new life into Portland jazz.
Since 1999, the Pickathon Music Festival, a celebrated multi-stage folk festival at the bucolic Pendarvis Farm just outside Portland, has attracted headliners like Feist and Andrew Bird while establishing itself as the nation’s greenest music festival.
Those in the know already consider Portland sneaker central. Meet the designers, connect with industry insiders and party with fellow sneakerheads during August’s Sneaker Week celebration. This year, the focus is on exposure for those new to the industry, and the schedule includes days dedicated to art, design, music, media, tech and science.
Creativity and horsepower are put to the test at the Adult Soapbox Derby each August. About 40 teams competing with their handmade carts — many boasting whimsical designs — boldly whizz downhill at Mt. Tabor Park.
Events By Month
Every month of summer in Portland offers its own unique events and experiences.
June Events
Portland's "festival season" warms up every June with the Portland Rose Festival, plentiful outdoor concerts and celebrations of cultural heritage.
July Events
July in Portland is a busy time, with a variety of live music, beer fests and film events to take in.
August Events
Biking across bridges and cheering on soapbox racers are two of many great August events in Portland.
Upcoming Summer Events
Enjoy these summertime events and festivals in and near Portland.
Hot Queer Summer Stand Up Paddle Board Tours
Bring your excellence out for some HOT QUEER SUMMER ADVENTURES on the water. Sign up for guided or solo stand-up paddle board/kayak tours brought to you by RLPC Paddle Board Rentals. This local small business strives to provide a safe space for Queer + BIPOC communities to create meaningful summer adventures on the beautiful…
Vanport Mosaic Festival
The Vanport Mosaic's annual exploration of little-known local histories and celebration of the communities' resilience returns in spring 2024 with a rich program of performances, exhibits, tours, screenings, dialogues and gatherings. The events, hosted in various venues in N/NE Portland, are offered to the public free/sliding-scale, thanks to the generous support of our funders and…
St. Johns Farmers Market
The St. Johns Farmers Market will be open 9 a.m.-2 p.m. every Saturday May 4 through November 23, the weekend before Thanksgiving. There will also be a Holiday Market on Saturday, December 14, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. The market is held at the corner of N. Charleston Ave. and N Central St, next to the…
Portland Saturday Market
Open every Saturday from March–December, Portland Saturday Market is the largest arts-and-crafts fair in the U.S.
Portland Sunday Parkways
Sunday Parkways Presented by Kaiser Permanente, promotes healthy, active living through a series of free events opening the city's largest public space – its streets – to walk, bike, roll, and discover active transportation.
Portland Farmers Market at Shemanski Park
With its carts and vendors selling delicious meals under a lush green canopy of trees, this downtown farmer’s market at Shemanski Park is a popular lunch spot for good reason. Portland residents and visitors also use this shaded destination to buy locally grown groceries for dinner — or supplies for an alfresco picnic. (Wednesdays 10 a.m.–2 p.m.)
Portland Rose Festival
Portland Rose Festival features multiple parades, waterfront carnival rides, concerts, races, fireworks and plenty of roses.
Rose Festival CityFair
Considered the "hub" of the annual Portland Rose Festival, CityFair fills Waterfront Park with carnival rides, concerts, food and fireworks for multiple weekends during the festival.
Pedalpalooza
Portland's cycling culture peaks during summer's multi-week Pedalpalooza, featuring 200+ local-led, themed rides, all open to the public.
Rocky Butte Farmers Market
Rocky Butte Farmers Market, an iconic urban neighborhood market featuring affordable locally grown foods and artisan products, weekly children's activities, live entertainment, and a dog-friendly, energetic block party vibe, is back for the 2024 Season. The market's goal is to lower barriers to market participation for beginning and under-represented vendors and to strengthen connections within…
PSU Portland Farmers Market Ride
PSU Portland Farmers Market Ride — Pedalpalooza Edition. An all-ages/all-abilities, conversational-pace, meditative ride from SE PDX to the PSU Farmers Market to help support local farmers, bakers and makers of all kinds while building community in a relaxed, informal setting. Rain or shine! A post-ride adventure that is only loosely planned beforehand occasionally follows. Riders are…
Bike Summer Kickoff Ride
This is the official ride that kicks off the festivities every year. Volunteers will be selling Bike Summer merch from 3:00 p.m. to 4:45 p.m. There will be a limited amount of pennants and stickers for sale at the park, as well as shirts for you to try on before you buy online. There will also…
Rose Festival CareOregon Starlight Parade
The CareOregon Starlight Parade is one of the Rose Festival's most popular events, offering electrified, funky fun for everyone. From traditional marching bands and flood-lit floats to glow-in-the-dark umbrellas and unique hand-built entries, you’ll see representation from Portland’s diverse community groups (and the surrounding Pacific Northwest region), creating a vibe like no other on Portland's…
Edgefield Concerts on the Lawn
With acts that have ranged from Phoebe Bridgers to Stevie Wonder, McMenamins Edgefield Concerts on the Lawn are an annual rite of summer and a hot ticket for cool nights.
Rose Festival Fleet Week
Since 1907, visiting ships have made their way to Portland's waterfront. The City of Roses is known to be a favorite port of call for military (and non-military) visitors, as Portland's citizens thank them and make them feel welcome. The Portland Rose Festival is extremely fortunate to be one of a few U.S. Ports of…
Rose Festival Fred Meyer Junior Parade
From the moment the lovable Fred Bear cuts the ribbon to kick off the Fred Meyer Junior Parade, fun reigns. Children come from all parts of the city to join in: dressing in costume, transforming wagons into floats, decorating their bikes with colorful flowers, or just parading with their pets (and parents!). Elementary and Middle…
Kenton Farmers Market
The Kenton Farmers Market is located in the heart of the historic Kenton neighborhood in North Portland. Founded in 2012, the market’s live music and the festive street-fair atmosphere thrive in this growing business district. Proximity to a MAX station and easy access for bicyclists and those on foot make this market a lively and…
Spring Rose Show
The Portland Rose Society Annual Spring Rose Show is the largest and longest-running rose show in the nation. The exquisite beauty and fragrances of this yearly show emanate from more than 4,000 blooms. Entry is open to anyone, and all entrants are encouraged. Rose growers from across the Pacific Northwest participate, and some 6,000 spectators…
Rose Festival Art Show
Please join the 41st annual Rose Festival gallery Art Show and reception at OSA. The OSA Rose Festival Show is an artistic celebration of the City of Portland and its traditions surrounding its iconic flower, the rose. The official Portland Rose Festival theme is “Dream Forward” this year. OSA is honored to participate in the…
Star Trek Ride
It's time to take the helm and shift gears to Warp 9. Explore strange new roads and seek out new pit stops and new destinations. Along the way, expect trivia, music, costumes, and prizes.
Rose Festival Queen’s Coronation presented by Unitus Community Credit Union
Who will become the next Queen of Rosaria? One of Portland's most time-honored traditions continues as the Rose Festival Court is presented, and the new reigning Queen is named during this special investiture ceremony. The Queen represents Portland and the Rose Festival for one year at appearances throughout the country and abroad. When choosing a…
ZooBrew
Zoo Brew, presented by Alaska Airlines, is back. Kick off summer with more than 50 of the best breweries and cideries the Northwest has to offer. Enjoy live music from Too Loose Cajun Band, keeper chats, lawn games and more.
The Goonies and Pirates Ride
The film was released on June 7th, 1985, and this day is the 39th anniversary. (Ride merges welcome as we hunt for the sacred jewels of Purple…Pirate costumes FTW.) Will you find the treasure? The purple gems and amethyst? The special purple ones? Where will one-eyed Willy lead you? Will you save Albina and Alberta St….
Portland Rose Festival Dragon Boat Races
The Rose Festival is proud to host the Portland Rose Festival Dragon Boat Races, an event that has been bringing an exciting Chinese tradition to Portland for more than two decades, beginning in 1989. Held on the Willamette River near the Hawthorne Bridge, the races feature exciting four-team heats held every nine minutes. More than…
Rose Festival Grand Floral Parade
A cherished highlight of the Portland Rose Festival, this popular procession is more than just a spectacular floral-filled parade — it’s a beloved annual tradition. For more than 115 years, Portland families, visitors and community groups have been making memories at the Grand Floral Parade. A colorful reflection of local, regional and international communities, the…
Portland Gay Prides Pageant
These three goals — essential to fulfilling the Pride Northwest mission — are realized in the Portland Gay Prides Pageant. This magical evening centers on the passion, artistry and talents of the contestants, culminating in the crowning of the 2024-25 Pride Family. Pageant categories include Theme Look, Formal Wear with on-stage Q&A by the hosts…
Delta Park Powwow and Encampment
All are welcome and invited to the Annual Delta Park Powwow and Encampment at East Delta Park in Portland, Oregon. The event is a free and family-friendly celebration of Native American culture. The Delta Park Powwow and Encampment is an annual Portland tradition that draws Native American, and non-native participants and spectators from across the…
Portland Beer Week
Portland Beer Week spotlights Portland’s breweries, high-quality brews and vibrant beer culture.
Juneteenth Oregon Parade and Festival
Juneteenth Oregon celebrates the date in 1865 when Major General Gordon Granger read "General Order No. 3" in Galveston, Texas, declaring that all slaves were free. Juneteenth OR supports cultural diversity, which is important because communities, workplaces, and schools increasingly comprise various cultural and ethnic groups. Juneteenth encourages these communities to learn from each other to facilitate collaboration and…
Water Lantern Festival
The Portland Water Lantern Festival brings people together to celebrate light and community. This unforgettable evening will be filled with tasty food trucks, fun music, activities, and thousands of lanterns lighting up the night with love, hope, and happiness. Use coupon code "ILLUMINATE5" for a $5 discount at checkout.
BodyMagick Burlesque Summer Showcase
It's already hot in here. Come welcome Summer with gorgeous performers featuring new Burlesque acts from our Burlesque 201+ participants, fabulous guest instructors, High Priestesses, and delightful Teasettes. Join a tantalizing space where all bodies and identities are honored for their unique expression and where all reside in their power, pleasure and joy. PERFORMERS: MC: Luna…
Northeast Cully Sunday Parkways
Celebrate Father’s Day and open streets during the NE Cully Portland Sunday Parkways event presented by Kaiser Permanente. The Northeast Cully 6.2-mile looped route rises significantly as one travels from north to south, stopping at Fernhill Park, Kʰunamokwst Park, Wellington Park, and Roseway Parkway. Start anywhere on the route and bike, walk, or roll as…
Festival of Balloons
The mesmerizing Festival of Balloons in Tigard brings more than a dozen brightly colored, colossal hot-air balloons to the sky every June.
Zoo Nights
Enjoy the magic of Portland summer nights with live music, food and festivities at the Oregon Zoo while relaxing among the lush gardens and wildlife at Zoo Nights.
A Midsommer Nights Dreame by Original Practice Shakespeare Festival
Hermia loves Lysander (requitedly). Helena loves Demetrius (unrequitedly). Pucke (a fairy) accidentally makes Lysander and Demetrius love Helena. Chaos ensues. King Oberon bespells Queen Titania to love an actor transformed into an ass. The fairies reconcile. Pucke fixes the spells (except Demetrius). Everyone gets married and watches a terrible play. OPS Fest brings no-cost repertory…
Edgefield Brewfest
Join McMenamins for brew-tiful fun at Edgefield, to celebrate all things hoppy, malty, fruity and delicious! Raise a pint (or several) from a selection of the Pacific Northwest's finest craft beers and ciders, and cheers to a summer of vibrant fun. In between tastings, wander through the lush gardens and explore the quaint buildings on…
Foster Summer Soiree
The 2024 Foster Summer Soiree will bring live entertainment and vendors to Laurelwood Park, special activations at several Foster businesses, sidewalk sales, and other festivities. This exciting event is back for its second year.
Our Corner of the Sky: Pride on Broadway
Join Portland's Gay Men's Chorus at their annual Pride Month concert.Step into a world of glorious individuality and triumphant self-expression as the Portland Gay Men’s Chorus presents a dazzling concert featuring the music of Broadway. With show-stopping musical numbers and powerful stories, this concert celebrates the LGBTQ+ community’s resilience and love, leaving audiences inspired and…
Chamber Music Northwest Summer Festival
Chamber Music Northwest’s annual summer festival combines high-caliber classical music with a laid-back atmosphere.
Rose Festival Royal Rosarians Milk Carton Boat Race
A classic Rose Festival event and family-friendly community tradition dating back to 1973, the Milk Carton Boat Race is a spectacle you won’t want to miss. Children and adults race and show off their handmade, human-powered boats that float only employing recycled milk cartons and jugs. Creatively constructed watercraft will compete in nine categories, with…
Last Thursday
Last Thursday is a community-grown event, free for all artists and art vendors, musicians, performers and visitors. Alberta Street is closed to traffic for the Last Thursdays in June, July and August. On Last Thursday, galleries hold opening parties, and performance venues and bars often host live music and performances. If the weather is nice…
Americana Harvest Fest
Topaz Farm is excited to announce the 2024 Americana Harvest Fest series. After last year's series, they are taking it up a notch (or two) for 2024 with a mix of nationally and internationally known folk, country, and bluegrass artists on Thursday nights late June through August. Adult tickets are $20 most nights, and all Thursday nights…
Lavender U-pick
Wayward Winds Lavender is one of the largest u-pick fields in Oregon, where you can experience an abundance of fragrant and beautiful lavender. Enjoy refreshing lavender treats, products for the kitchen, personal care and home, plants, and award-winning essential oils. Enjoy the beauty of this magical herb at Wayward Winds this July. Always free admission and fragrant…
Latino Cultural Festival
Get ready to immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of Latin culture at the 17th Annual Washington County Chamber — Unitus Community Credit Union Latino Cultural Festiva. This culturally rich event provides a platform for sharing information, connecting with the community, and promoting local businesses and non-profits to more than 10,000 attendees. The festivities will…
Bigfoot Adventure Cruise
Explore the history and lore of Bigfoot while traveling 80 miles (129 km) roundtrip on a high-speed jetboat from Portland to Multnomah Falls. See the landmarks along the Willamette and Columbia Rivers that make the Northwest famous while listening to exclusive narration by Cliff Barackman (star of Animal Planet‘s “Finding Bigfoot”) and a live tour…
St. Paul Rodeo
Located in the charming town of St. Paul, Oregon, this annual rodeo has been a beloved tradition for over eight decades. Experience the thrill of saddle bronc riding, barrel racing, steer wrestling, and the legendary bull riding that keeps spectators on the edge of their seats. With a rich history and a reputation for delivering…
Waterfront Blues Festival
Every Fourth of July weekend, the Waterfront Blues Festival takes over downtown Portland’s Waterfront Park.
Portland Craft Beer Festival
The Portland Craft Beer Festival brings a huge outdoor party to The Fields Neighborhood Park, along with a huge selection of local beers, ciders and wine, originating from Portland, Oregon breweries. Only beers, plus ciders and wine, crafted within the city limits of Portland are featured at the PCBF which makes it unique and different from other…
Helvetia Lavender Festival
The annual Helvetia Lavender Festival will be held the first two weekends in July: Friday through Sunday. This popular and well-known mid-summer family activity located in the beautiful hills of Helvetia, just off Sunset Highway (Exit 61), draws more than 5,000 participants each year. The weekend activities feature fragrant fields of lavender, vendors, numerous lavender…
The Merry Wives of Windsor by Original Practice Shakespeare Festival
Falstaffe woos two wives simultaneously, hoping they will shower their husbands’ money on him. Discovering this, they teach him a lesson using their wits and a jealous husband. Meanwhile, three suitors compete for Anne, who, defying her parents, chooses for herself. All plots are uncovered in a fairy-filled finale. OPS Fest brings no-cost repertory Shakespeare to…
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