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Want to learn more before subscribing? Here’s a recent issue to check out. You can also browse the photos below, which showcase 15 of the hundreds of events happening in Portland each year.
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Guests enjoy an evening of festivities during Lunar New Year at the Lan Su Chinese Garden in Old Town Chinatown.
Credit: Nick Mendez, nickmendez.com
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A festivalgoer claps in a crowd at the Waterfront Blues Festival, Portland's longest-running music festival, held yearly at the Tom McCall Waterfront Park.
Credit: NASHCO Photo
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Take in the views and the blooms at the Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival.
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Hip-hop artist Lizzo waves at the audience during her performance at McMenamins Edgefield.
Credit: McMenamins
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In "Harvest of Woman", Olga Kravtsova performs a movement-based solo piece about the unseen labor of women.
Credit: Christie Zhao
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The Portland Art Museum's family day events help visitors of all ages connect with the museum's collections in new ways.
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Each February, the Portland Winter Light Festival fills the city with illuminated art installations and lively events.
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The Rose Festival Grand Floral Parade is a beloved June tradition in Portland.
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Since 1983, the Portland Guadalajara Sister City Association has hosted the Cinco de Mayo Fiesta. The festival fills downtown Portland’s Tom McCall Waterfront Park with three days of culturally immersive programming, including music, arts, dance and sport.
Credit: David Alvarado, Travel Portland
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The PDX Adult Soapbox Derby returns to Mt. Tabor Park each year.
Credit: Brian Brewer via Flickr
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The jammer for the champion Rose City Rollers fights to pass a skater on the roller derby rink.
Credit: Steve Mancini
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The farmers' market at Portland State University overflows with flowers, food and more.
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The city comes to life with dozens of free, family-friendly things to do all summer long thanks to Portland Parks and Recreation's Summer Free for All program.
Credit: Portland Parks & Recreation
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The Portland Pride Parade draws crowds to downtown Portland every June.
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Cyclists of all ages cross the Fremont Bridge during the annual Bridge Pedal.
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