Arts & Entertainment
Coming to stay in the City of Roses? If you stay at one of the hotels in downtown Portand, you'll be able to walk to shops, museums, restaurants and attractions. Plus, you can easily access public transportation so you can visit some of the city's best neighborhoods. See which hotels are worth checking out.
March 2013 Events
March brings the Portland Spring Beer & Wine Fest to Portland, along with a Hoppity Fun Run. Lots of great plays and music shows are coming to town as well as some cool free events.
We like to think of ourselves as a creative city and for the most part, it's true! Portland is an amazing place to be an artist, whether your craft is film, writing, music or another pursuit. Here's a list of people with Portland connections who've made it big.
Portland Music Festivals
An overview of annual music festivals in Portland, Oregon
Events in Portland
What's happening in Portland this month
Public Gardens in Portland
Find out which gardens to visit in Portland, OR
Portland Events - May 2011
Find out what's going on in during the month of May.
Noon Tunes
Check out the schedule for the free summer concerts in Pioneer Courthouse Square, otherwise known as Noon Tunes.
Things to Do in March
What's happening in Portland, Oregon during the month of March, 2010
Free Movie Nights
If you want to see the latest blockbuster, you'll have to head to the theater. But if you're looking for a chance to get out of the house without spending a lot of money, consider checking out one of these regular free movie nights around town. And if you know of a movie night that's not listed here, please e-mail me at portlandor.guide@about.com.
Portland's Historic Amusement Park
Go Roller Skating or ride the rides at Oaks Amusement Park in Portland, Oregon
Portlandia FAQ
Answers to frequently asked questions about Portlandia.
Do Jump! Theater Company
See what they mean by "extremely physical theater."
All About Public Art
A blog dedicated to Portland's prevalent public art.
Portland Holiday Activities
Looking for family-friendly holiday activities in Portland? Enjoy these events with your friends, family, and visitors.
First Thursday
See what the Pearl District galleries have to offer on this monthly art walk.
Portland Children's Museum
There's so much to see and do with kids at this SW Portland museum.
Pittock Mansion
Tour this historic mansion, once the home of Portland pioneers Henry and Georgiana Pittock.
Portland Art Museum
Explore art collections from every corner of the world.
Art on Alberta
On the last Thursday of every month, the Alberta neighborhood comes alive. Galleries stay open late to feature their new shows, performers come out the woodwork, and the mood is truly unique to this ever-evolving part of town.
MapClicks
Explore Portland's neighborhoods with interactive maps and information on local businesses.
OMSI
Great for kids and adults, the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry has rotating exhibits as well as a planetarian and an OMNIMAX theater.
February Events
See what's happening in Portland during the year's shortest month.
Portland Classical Chinese Garden
Experience incredible beauty of Portland's Classical Chinese Garden.
Oregon Coast Photo Gallery
See the Oregon Coast through photographer Debbie Ferreira's eyes.
Oregon Coast Photo Gallery
See the Oregon Coast through photographer Debbie Ferreira's eyes.
Portland concert venues
What makes a great (or not-so-great) concert venue?
Portland concert venues
What makes a great (or not-so-great) concert venue?
Portland Oregon - Photos of Portland Icons
A photo gallery of signs, statues and landmarks in Portland, OR.
September 2009 Events in Portland
It's time for TBA, PICA's yearly arts festival. Plus there are plenty of other amazing events and cool fundraisers happening around town this September.
Macy's Thanksgiving Parade
Portland Macy's Thanksgiving Parade
August Events
Find out what's going on in Portland, Oregon this month
Concerts at the Gorge Amphitheater in George, WA
Find out who's coming to this beautiful venue in Washington State.
Easter Events
Where to find the Easter bunny, Easter egg hunts, and more.
Portland Concerts at the Oregon Zoo
Get the 2009 schedule for summer concerts at the Oregon Zoo.
Bite of Oregon
The Bite is coming!
Saint Patrick's Day in Portland
Where to go for your yearly dose of green beer and Irish dancing.
Bite of Oregon
The Bite is coming!
Portland Oregon - Photos of Portland Icons
A photo gallery of signs, statues and landmarks in Portland, OR.
Portland Classical Chinese Garden
Experience incredible beauty of Portland's Classical Chinese Garden.
February Events
See what's happening in Portland during the year's shortest month.
OMSI
Great for kids and adults, the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry has rotating exhibits as well as a planetarian and an OMNIMAX theater.
MapClicks
Explore Portland's neighborhoods with interactive maps and information on local businesses.
Art on Alberta
On the last Thursday of every month, the Alberta neighborhood comes alive. Galleries stay open late to feature their new shows, performers come out the woodwork, and the mood is truly unique to this ever-evolving part of town.
Portland Art Museum
Explore art collections from every corner of the world.
Pittock Mansion
Tour this historic mansion, once the home of Portland pioneers Henry and Georgiana Pittock.
Portland Children's Museum
There's so much to see and do with kids at this SW Portland museum.
First Thursday
See what the Pearl District galleries have to offer on this monthly art walk.
All About Public Art
A blog dedicated to Portland's prevalent public art.
Do Jump! Theater Company
See what they mean by "extremely physical theater."
Macy's Thanksgiving Parade
Portland Macy's Thanksgiving Parade
Touring Portlandia: Locations Featured in the TV Series, Seasons 1 & 2
Portlandia, the satirical IFC show based in our fair city, is as much about Portland's quirky hangouts and neighborhoods as it is about its (often offbeat) people. Check out some of the more prominent locations featured in Seasons 1 & 2 of the hit show.
Outdoor Movie Night in Portland - Flicks on the Bricks
Free movies in Pioneer Courthouse Square.
Comedy Shows in Portland
Spend an evening at a comedy club in Portland, Oregon, and laugh your way all the way home.
Summer Concerts at McMenamins Edgefield
Find out who's playing at Edgefield this summer.
Portland Parks Summer Concert Series
Summer concert schedule for Mount Tabor Park in Portland, Oregon.
Springtime Events in Portland
The annual Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival is just one of the ways Oregonians usher in the springtime.
Street Fairs in Portland, Oregon
Find out about the neighborhood street fairs in Portland, Oregon.
Where to Watch Fireworks in Portland
Where will you be when the sky lights up with fireworks this July 4th?
New Year's Eve
Don't want to sit home on the last night of the year? You don't have to!
Holiday Lights in Portland
Find the best professional lighting displays in Portland this holiday season.
Movie Night at Pix Patisserie
Watch a flick and nibble on some delicious treats every week at Pix.
May 2013 Events
Spring has arrived, and the weather has been downright cooperative so far. Take advantage of that, as well as the plethora of outdoor activities coming our way -- from First Thursday to the Cinqo de Mayo Fiesta and lots of other neighborhood street fairs, to Shakespeare in the Park, right through to Last Thursday. Go get some Vitamin D and enjoy everything on tap for May in Portland.
11th Annual Filmed by Bike Festival
Back for the 11th time, Portland's Filmed by Bike Festival assembles short films from around the world that celebrate the bicycle in all its forms and for many of its diverse uses.
April 2013 Events
Wear tweed and ride bikes, tiptoe through the tulips (in wooden shoes), quaff beer in Silverton, or Soul Bowl to disco and B movies. Or maybe you're more into beans, or Portland's Largest Garage Sale? That's just a sample reel, and adds are there are at least a few things that will tickle your fancy in Portland in April.
2013 Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival
Spring is in the air for the 2013 Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival located just outside of Woodburn, Oregon. The annual festival kicks off for the 27th time on March 29th and stretches through May 5, 2013. The family-friendly festival attracts over 145,000 people, making it Oregon's largest spring gathering.
Formerly Amphitheater at Clark County
See what shows are playing at the Clark County Amphitheater this season.
Free Things to Do in Portland, Oregon
Learn about places to visit without spending a cent in Portland.
2013 Portland EcoFilm Festival
A new six-month film series, dubbed the Portland EcoFilm Festival, is coming to Portland's Hollywood Theater art house cinema. The independent films which comprise the series will showcase sustainability, food supply, nature, farming culture and the environment.
2013 Easter Activities in Portland
Delve into our list of what's happening around Portland leading up to and over Easter weekend.
Passover 2013 in Portland
Passover, the Jewish festival commemorating Exodus when the Jews were freed from Egyptian slavery, falls from March 26th to April 2nd this year. There are several events throughout Portland this Passover, and we feature some of the best.
September 2012 Events Calendar
September is an amazing time in Portland: MusicFestNW, Pica's TBA Festival and Feast Portland are just some of the upcoming highlights.
October 2012 Events
October is more than just Halloween in Portland. Farms and food play a central role in this city -- check out the various harvest festivals, music celebrations such as Streetcar Mobile Musicfest and Portland's green business side on display at GoGreen Portland.
November 2012 Events
It's November, and there's a lot to be thankful for in Portland -- from various coffee and food festivals to art openings to world-class music events.
Portland 2012 Holiday Event Calendar
From the 58th edition of Christmas Ships on the rivers to Tuba Christmas, Mariachi Los Camperos de Nati Cano and the Holiday Ale Festival, there's plenty of good stuff to keep everyone jolly and occupied during the holiday season in Stumptown.
Portland New Year's Eve: Ring in 2013!
What to do in Portland, Oregon for New Year's Eve -- ring in 2013!
Barhopping Santas: SantaCon Celebrates Christmas, Portland Style
Bring a little naughty along with the nice and join in on one of the SantaCon barhopping flash mobs that celebrate the holidays in their own style.
January 2013 Events
January kicks off 2013 in Portland, and there's plenty going on -- tons of expos on everything from weddings to boats to chocolate, as well as big plays and music performances, and a whole lot more.
February 2013 Events
February 2013 is packed with events in Portland. The Portland International Film Festival and Portland Jazz Festival bring amazing film and music to town; Zwickelmania gives beer aficionados a chance to tour and taste at many of Oregon's breweries; Valentines Day breeds romance, and Mardi Gras lets us all party down.
Valentine's Day 2013 Events
There are enough Valentine's Day events -- both leading up to and on the big day -- to merit a separate Event Calendar just to present all of the options.
St Patrick's Day 2013 Events
St Patrick's Day is always festive in Portland, Oregon, and the 2013 edition is no exception. Here's a round-up of some of the best activities going on in and around town.
Portland Events
Find out about Portland events for the month of June
Beaverton 2013 Summer Farmers Market Kicks Off with Local Liquid and Dog Sitting
The Beaverton Farmers Market is the biggest all-agricultural market in Oregon. For 2013 the market will expand with a rotating cast of local wine makers, distillers and brewers, and will also add a dog sitting service so pooches can tag along as well.
Concert Venues in Portland, Oregon
Descriptions of the best places to see live music in Portland, OR.
Portland Oktoberfests
In Germany, Oktoberfest is a celebration of dancing, beer, sausage, beer, German culture, beer, traditional music, beer you get the picture. Luckily, you can get a taste of German Oktoberfest without traveling to Munich. In fact, there are several renowned Oktoberfests in and around the Portland area. Get the details about celebrating the...