THIS WEEK in Portland: Festivals, Music, Comedy, Trivia, Theater, Happy Hours, & More!

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A round up of what’s going on in Portland this week including festivals, concerts, comedy, trivia, happy hours, movies, & more!

Portland In the News: How to Get a COVID-19 Shot; Purple Tomato; 6th Seat in Congress & More | April 29, 2021

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If you still haven’t gotten your COVID-19 vaccine, here’s a handy tool to find an appointment or walk-in clinic.

OSU has created another antioxidant-rich purple tomato! Seeds are now available for the Midnight Roma.

And because of population growth in the Beaver State, Oregon is getting a 6th seat in Congress.

Many Portland Weekend Events & Giveaways ($250+): Farmers Markets, Waterfront Skating, Tulip Festival’s Final Weekend & More! | April 29-May 2, 2021

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The weekend is back, Portland! Sangria Saturday returns to Hip Chicks Do Wine. Rose City Rollers present outdoor skating near the waterfront and this weekend is your last chance to see the Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival.

New Portland Jobs: Grovemade, Allied Works Architecture, Rose Haven & More! | April 27, 2021

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Here are the latest Portland job listings on PDX Pipeline including Bench Craft Company, Bluestone & Hockley & More!

Sober Social in the Park with My Sober Girlfriends | A Friendship Community for Growth-oriented Sober Women, Raffle

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My Sober Girlfriends is Portland’s first friendship community for growth-oriented sober women. They’ll be meeting in a park near you weekends during the month of May.

Free2Move Carsharing is Coming to Portland | Free Registration, Easy To Use App, Access 200+ Vehicles

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Carsharing is coming back to Portland. Free2Move Carsharing offers a new mobility service for those who want greater flexibility in how they travel in and out of the city.

Portland Farmers Market 2022 Market Schedule & Info | King, Shemanski Park, Kenton, Lents International, PSU

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Two Portland Farmers Markets will be opening the first week of May: King Farmers Market: Opens May 1 & Shemanski Park Farmers Market Opens May 4!

Portland In the News: Naked Bike Ride Canceled for 2021; Vaccine Appointment Finder; Oregon’s “Wish Recycling” & More! | April 22,2021

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Despite our tendency to “wish recycle,” Oregonians are still ranked near the top of greenest states in the US.

Like many large venues across Oregon, Oaks Park in SE Portland is now open with 15% capacity.

And despite not being able to ride together this year for World Naked Bike Ride, organizers are still encouraging cyclists to bike naked during the full moon.

Many Portland Weekend Events & Giveaways ($250+): Crab, Seafood & Wine Festival, Pizza Week, LIVE Comedy Spectacular, Oscars & More! | April 22-25, 2021

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The weekend is back, Portland! Murder mystery dinner theater is back in Portland Saturday with The Dinner Detective. Pix Patisserie is pairing wine & macarons. And Pizza Week features dozens of delicious pies across the city!

Material+Movement Features Popup @ Redux | Design Your Own Jewelry, Mother’s Day Gift Idea

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April 24 @ Redux Boutique – Material+Movement is popping up inside Redux Boutique for a Design Your Own jewelry event in time for Mother’s Day!

Friends of Trees 2021 Portland Earth Day Celebration | Featuring Virtual Live Events, Expert Talks, Climate Change Discussion & More!

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In honor of Earth Day, and in celebration of all we do together to make our world greener and healthier for all, Friends of Trees is hosting a virtual, day-long celebration on our Facebook page on April 22, 2021.

New Portland Jobs: Oregon State Bar, McMenamins, Leatherman & More! | April 20, 2021

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Here are the latest Portland job listings on PDX Pipeline including Guide Dogs for the Blind, Merry Maids, Sparky’s Pizza & More!

Bar Muselet Food and Wine Pop-Up @ FuctionPDX | Reservations Recommended, 2021 Portland Earth Day Celebration, New Release Wine Tasting, Food Pairings

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Spring is here, let’s all take in the Oregon sunshine! Bar Muselet is back at Function’s Event Space in NW 23rd from April 21-25 for a spring pop up!

My Vice Food & Spirits Open for Indoor/Outdoor Dine In & Delivery in SE Portland | Tasty, Unpretentious Food

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My Vice serves brunch, lunch, happy hour and dinner. They offer a unique take on some traditional meals and fun cocktails.

Sock Dreams Shop Now Open on Mississippi Avenue in North Portland | Top-Selling Styles Including Stripes, Thigh High, Leg Warmers & More!

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Sock Dreams Shop has just reopened on Mississippi Ave!

Unique Markets Makers Create & Connect DIY Jewelry Workshop @ Goat Blocks | Mimosas, Snacks, Earrings & Sun Catcher, Mother’s Day Gift Idea

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April 24 @ Goat Blocks – Sip mimosas and make something beautiful with the founder & maker behind Of Clay Jewelry for Create & Connect DIY Jewelry Workshop.

Portland in the News: Remembering The Rosebuds; Allergies vs COVID-19; Pandemic Pet Adoptions & More! | April 15, 2021

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The Portland Rosebuds was the city’s first and only Negro Baseball team.

Despite pandemic challenges, Oregon Humane Society helped adopt 7,000 pets in 2020!

And as Oregon opens up vaccinations to everyone, mass vaccination clinics are hoping for more volunteers to keep them going.

Rose City Rollers & Portland Mercury Present LIVE Comedy Spectacular @ Oaks Park | Socially Distanced Outdoor Seating, Hosted by Amanda Arnold

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April 22-24 @ Oaks Park – MC’d by the hilarious Amanda Arnold, this comedy show will feature an all-star lineup of Portland’s top comics – you won’t want to miss it!

Many Portland Weekend Events & Giveaways ($250+): Sangria Saturday, Tulip Festival, Sunday Brunch Cruise & More! | April 15-18, 2021

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The weekend is back, Portland! Skies are sunny and there’s plenty of opportunities to enjoy spring like a Sunday Brunch Cruise or a stroll through the tulip fields (tickets are only available in advance online!) And Pizza Week starts Monday!

2021 Portland Mercury’s Pizza Week | Featuring 24 Different Pizzas From 30 Restaurants

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The Portland Mercury is proud to present their greatest Pizza Week lineup ever—one that features 24 different pizzas at 30 Portland locations, available April 19-25!

PDXWIT Presents April Happy Hour: Mentorship | Hosted by Nike, Virtual Job Seekers Lounge

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It’s time to come together again… from the comfort of our homes for PDXWIT’s April Happy Hour on April 20, 2021.

2021 Astoria Warrenton Crab, Seafood & Wine Festival | Virtual Experience, Interactive Demos, Concerts, Vendor Village, Happy Hour Chat & More!

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The 39th annual Astoria Warrenton Crab, Seafood & Wine Festival will return April 23-25! 

New Portland Jobs: St. Mary’s Academy, CED Greentech, CBM Systems & More! | April 13, 2021

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Here are the latest Portland job listings on PDX Pipeline including CD Baby, Campfire Columbia, Relay Resources & More!

Portland in the News: History Behind Portland’s Famous Cherry Blossoms; Entertainment Industry Hiring Again; Wildflower Hikes & More! | April 8, 2021

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There’s a spring hiring thaw in Oregon as entertainment industries start adding workers.

All Oregonians 16 and older will be eligible for the vaccine starting April 19.

And do you know the history behind Portland’ famous Cherry Blossom plaza?

Many Portland Weekend Events & Giveaways ($250+): Darcelle XV’s Drag Drive-In, Bacon & Wine Pairing, Live Music & More! | April 8-11, 2021

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The weekend is back, Portland! Botanist is now open for brunch, live music & more in Portland’s Pearl District! Darcelle XV’s Drag Drive-In takes over Zidell Yards & Hip Chicks Do Wine pairs two of our favorite things: Bacon & Wine!

Produce Row Cafe Open in Portland’s Inner Eastside | Craft Beers, Expanded Patio, Dog-friendly Beer Garden, Cocktails

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Boasting 24 taps and an award-winning bourbon collection, The Row offers one of the best year-round patios in the city which was recently expanded to over 2500 sq ft.

New Portland Jobs: Classic Sash & Door, Junkluggers, PrimeFlight Cargo & More! | April 6, 2021

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Here are the latest Portland job listings on PDX Pipeline including 7 Devils Public House, Oregon Institute of Technology, BeFunky & More!

Portland in the News: Remembering Beverly Cleary; Theaters Reopening; Portland Saturday Market’s Uncertain Future & More | April 1, 2021

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Beloved children’s author Beverly Cleary passed away last week. People across the world shared the impact the Portland native had on them, including Jill Biden, Mia Farrow, Nicholas Kristof and more.

Portland Saturday Market’s future is uncertain after a year of pandemic closures.

And Regal Cinemas in Oregon is planning to reopen in April and May.

Many Portland Easter Weekend Events & Giveaways ($250+): Egg Hunts, Brunch Cruise, Tulip Festival, March Madness & More! | April 1-4, 2021

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The weekend is back, Portland! Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival shows off spring’s beauty.  Pix Patisserie’s famous egg hunt returns on Sunday. And don’t miss the chance to enjoy Sunday’s amazing weather on Portland Spirit’s Easter Cruise!

Where to Watch 2021 NCAA March Madness Championship in Portland | Houston vs Baylor, UCLA vs Gonzaga

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We’re down to the final four! On Saturday, April 3, Houston plays Baylor at 2:14PM and UCLA battles Gonzaga at 5:34PM. Winners advance to Monday’s championship game,

New Portland Jobs: Olympia Provisions, Portland Public Schools, Fair World Project & More! | March 30, 2021

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Here are the latest Portland job listings on PDX Pipeline including The Tidy People, Spry, ZoomCare & More!

Portland in the News: Oregon’s New Psilocybin Advisory Board; Safer Streets; & Spring in Portland | March 25, 2021

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Oregon is looking into reinvesting cannabis tax dollars into social equity programs.

As Covid numbers go down and a sense of normalcy returns, Portland is considering keeping parts of the Slow Streets program.

And his week Oregon’s leaders formed the state’s first-ever Psilocybin Advisory Board.

Many Portland Weekend Events & Giveaways ($250+): March Madness, Tulip Festival, New Deal Distillery Spring Sale & More! | March 25-28, 2021

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The weekend is back, Portland! Only a few days left to stock up the mixer shelf w/ New Deal Distillery’s Spring Sale.  Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival is now open! And Easter is coming up next week, there’s still time to get some Easter Treats or get a spot on Portland Spirit’s Easter Cruise!

Seagrape Apothecary Features Handcrafted Products, Workshops & Educational Opportunities | Online & In Person

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Seagrape envisions a world where self-care is viewed as a necessity rather than a luxury, we share tools and provide support for each other in community instead of in competition.

Darcelle XV’s Drag Drive-In @ Zidell Yards in South Portland | All Ages Drag Show Featuring Glitz, Glamour, and Comedy

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April 9-11 @ Zidell Yards – A 3 day drive-in drag show by Darcelle XV. Darcelle XV has entertained audiences with Las Vegas-style cabaret of Glitz, Glamour, and Comedy.

New Portland Jobs: Garrette Custom Homes, Stoller Family Estate, Cascade AIDS Project & More! | March 23, 2021

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Here are the latest Portland job listings on PDX Pipeline including Organics To You, Dent Wizard, Next Adventure & More!

Portland in the News: Fans to Return to Providence Park; Statue Gets Umbrella Back; What’s Blooming & More! | March 18, 2021

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Fans are coming back to Providence Park! New guidelines allow for fans to return t all levels of outdoor sporting events with caps at specific risk categories.

Portland-Based Reissue Label Omnivore Recordings won a Grammy this week for a collection of songs performed by Fred Rogers on his children’s show.

And just in time for April showers, Portland’s iconic Umbrella Man has his umbrella back.

THIS WEEK in Portland: Festivals, Music, Comedy, Trivia, Theater, Happy Hours, & More!

A round up of what's going on in Portland this week including festivals, concerts, comedy, trivia, happy hours, movies, & more!

Win Festival Passes ($950) Pickathon 2026 @ Pendarvis Farm in Happy Valley, OR | Indie Music Festival

Pickathon 2026 is back at Pendarvis Farm in Happy Valley, Oregon, July 30 through August 2. Now in its 26th year, this beloved Portland-area festival brings together legends and rising stars across four magical days in the woods.

Happy Hour Sightseeing @ Portland Spirit | Food, Drinks, + River Sailing

Perfect for a happy hour on the river with friends, a family adventure or visitors scoping out Portland for the first time.

McMenamins Presents 7DS: The Absolute Worst Show: Worst. Vacation. Ever @ White Eagle Saloon | Interactive Open Mic Comedy & Storytelling

The Absolute Worst is an interactive, open-mic comedy/storytelling show where audience members face off against three curated comedians and storytellers to find out who can lay claim to having lived the worst love story ever, with both absolutely fabulous and absolutely terrible prizes at stake.

Win Tickets ($44) McMenamins Presents Coda (Led Zeppelin Tribute) @ Mission Theater | Rock & Roll

CODA is a Seattle-based Led Zeppelin tribute super group with a cast of 6 world class musicians.

Portland in the News: Angry Birds, Sidewalks Sparking Joy, Fleet Week Delays & More | June 4, 2026

Is your sidewalk sad? A Portlander has a tutorial on creating your own 'sidewalk joy' project. 

2026 White Lotus Summer Market @ Fubonn Shopping Center | FREE, AAPI Food Vendors, Artists & More

The White Lotus Summer Market returns as Portland’s premier multi-weekend outdoor market experience, bringing together food, culture, and community across four consecutive weekends.

Wine Wednesdays @ Négociant | Weekly Wine Flights & Tastings

A weekly flight of wines centered around a theme, whether that is a grape varietal, a producer, a region, a style of winemaking or sometimes just the crews’ favorites.

Win Tickets ($81) McMenamins Presents Little Stranger w/ Tropidelic & Jarv @ Crystal Ballroom | Alt Indie Hip-Hop

Hailing from Philadelphia and now based in the vibrant city of Charleston, SC, alt indie hip-hop duo Little Stranger (Kevin and John Shields, no relation but best friends) have spent years honing their signature sound and perfecting their version of the 'organized chaos' that a Little Stranger live show entails.

Win Tickets ($22) McMenamins Presents Decadent 80s Dance Party @ Crystal Ballroom | Portland’s Longest Running 80s Night

Get ready for a fun night of dancing to all your favorite hits and requests from the 1980s!

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