A round up of what’s going on in Portland this weekend including live music, concerts, comedy, trivia, happy hours, movies & more!
Win Tickets ($56): On Company Time @ Mission Theater | Musical Comedy Trio
OCT (On Company Time) is a musical comedy trio blending sharp satire with chart-worthy bangers.
Win Tickets ($120): Steve Hackett: Genesis Greats, Lamb Highlights & Solo @ Revolution Hall | Genesis Guitarist, Prog Rock
His new show celebrates the 50th anniversary of The Lamb Lies Down On Broadway, and Steve Hackett includes a selection of highlights from this iconic Genesis album.
Win Tickets ($72): The Happy Fits w/ Krooked Kings & Double Standard @ Revolution Hall | Indie Rock
Since their 2018 debut, The Happy Fits have cemented their place as a buzzing presence on the indie/alt/rock map with chart-topping releases, worldwide headline tours, festival appearances, and an ever-growing ardent fanbase.
Win Tickets ($64): Jim Norton w/ Sara Weinshenk @ Aladdin Theater | ‘Jim Norton Can’t Save You’
Jim Norton is a stand-up comedian, radio host, actor, and a twice NY Times bestselling author.
Win Tickets ($56): Ryan Goodcase @ Mission Theater | Youngest Winner of the World Series of Comedy
Praised for his smart writing and dry delivery, Ryan Goodcase became the youngest person to win the World Series of Comedy in 2019.
25th Annual Pretty Kitty Holiday Bazaar @ Tabor Space | FREE, Handmade Gifts, Refreshments
The Pretty Kitty Bazaar features handmade gifts and refreshments with all proceeds benefitting House of Dreams.
Portland in the News: Owl Attacks, Free Zoo Admission, Fall Foliage & More | November 6, 2025
Hoo is an invasive species that likes to pluck hats off of unsuspecting Portland hikers? The barred owl has been on the attack in Oregon since the 70s.
O Christmas Tea: A British Comedy @ Newmark Theatre | Smash-Hit Holiday Comedy
Reminiscent of classic British pantos, O Christmas Tea brims with wordplay, physical comedy, and cleverly crafted interactive moments.
Art is King @ Love is King | Art Show, Cocktails, Film Screening & More
This one-day experience brings together Portland’s most talented designers and makers, each transforming raw materials into works of meaning, beauty, and purpose.
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 ($68): Lady Wray w/ The Sextones @ Aladdin Theater | Soul + R&B
Lady Wray is making music on her own terms. With an almighty voice, soul-stirring lyrics, and a magnetic personality, the singer-songwriter continues to elevate her artistry while pushing the boundaries of soul and R&B.
The Aero Space presents Pole Cinema @ Alberta Rose Theatre | Art of the Pole + Movie Soundtracks
The AERO Space presents Pole Cinema, where silver screen soundtracks come alive through the art of pole—each spin and climb a love letter to the stories that shaped us.
Win Tickets ($96): The Darkness w/ Mark Daly @ Revolution Hall | High Energy Rock & Roll
With a back catalogue overflowing with sonic masterpieces and a live reputation that most bands can only dream of, The Darkness have established themselves as one of the most exciting live bands.
Bethy’s Birthday Bizarre @ The Goodfoot | Music by evvnflo & friends, Screen Printing, Figure Drawing & More
Drink and draw takes over the Goodfoot basement to celebrate our host, Beth myrick, in her final year of her 30’s!
Cappella Romana presents Living Memories @ Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church | The Last Anthem by Rising Star Dimitris Skyllas
The Last Anthem by rising star Dimitris Skyllas gives voice to memories too important to be forgotten.
Literary Arts presents The Moth Mainstage @ Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall | Live Storytelling
This December, The Moth’s anticipated Mainstage season comes to Portland in partnership with Literary Arts.
Win Tickets ($20): DJK + Time Nomadic @ The Goodfoot | Funk, Soul, R&B
DJK is a collaboration between Dave and Julian from PDX’s live electronica power trio Yak Attack, and KJ Walker, mallet percussion and DJ phenom who has recently migrated to the PNW.
Win Tickets ($50): Kiss Me Kiss Me Kiss Me (The Cure Tribute) w/ Blonde Neon (80s), The Vintage Dark 80s @ Mission Theater | Alt Rock, 80s New Wave
Kiss Me Kiss Me Kiss Me is a tribute band dedicated to channeling the dark, dreamy energy of The Cure.
Win Tickets ($20): First Friday Superjam w/ DJ Magneto @ The Goodfoot | Classic Funk, Soul, Disco, Jazz
Dance and party to classic funk, soul, disco, jazz and various funky jams, skillfully mixed by resident DJ’s Mr Jeigh and Magneto.
Girl Winter Film Tour @ Cinema 21| Women-Centric Short Ski Films
Join us for a night of women-centric short ski films and get excited for winter at Cinema 21 in Portland, OR!
Win Tickets ($48): Trauma Club w/ Izzy Outerspace + The Hugs @ Mission Theater | Emo, New Wave
Trauma Club is an Emo/ New Wave band from Portland, OR that formed in 2023.
Win Tickets ($50): BACKFENCE Mixed Media Storytelling — SNAP OUT OF IT! @ Powell’s Books | Live Storytelling, Visuals, Music
We’re closing down the Pearl Room to bring you a private mixed media storytelling show featuring stellar people telling true stories based on the theme Snap Out of It!
Win Tickets ($160): A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage @ Keller Auditorium | Immersive Sets, Choreography, Colorful Costumes
Peanuts’ timeless holiday television special comes to life with the national tour of A Charlie Brown Christmas Live On Stage coming to Portland on 12/27.
Portland in the News: Skeleton Carnival, Pothole Bandit, Pumpkin Boat & More | October 30, 2025
Who is 12 feet tall and covered in 180,000 tiny mirrored tiles? His name is Huge Jackman and he welcomes Halloween revelers to the Carnival Des Zombie.
Win Tickets ($100): Lucas Zelnick @ Revolution Hall | NYC Stand-Up Comedian
LUCAS ZELNICK is a stand-up comedian born, raised, and based in New York City who challenges his cushy upbringing through punch-heavy material.
Win Tickets ($56): Ginger Root @ Aladdin Theater | Aggressive Elevator Soul
A multi-instrumentalist, producer, songwriter, and visual artist from Southern California, Cameron Lew has crafted his Ginger Root project steadily since 2017
Tinsel & Terror @ Star Theater | Christmas Sparkle Meets Halloween Chills
A wickedly delightful burlesque evening, where group choreography, daring aerial acts, and sultry striptease collide in a mashup of Halloween chills and Christmas sparkle.
Blueprint Ensemble Arts presents Wicked: A Journey Through the Show | Songs From The Soundtrack w/ Choreography
Come join Blueprint for a trip into the world of Wicked!
2025 World Vegan Month | Food & Drink Specials, Raffle, Prizes
World Vegan Month launches in a few days! Veganizer has joined forces with 39 Portland businesses to bring you delicious food and drink specials from November 1 to November 30.
Madonna of The Cat by Sue Mach @ 21ten Theatre | Inspired by Shakespeare’s ‘The Winters Tale’
Using Shakespeare’s The Winter’s Tale as its jumping off point, Sue Mach’s Madonna of the Cat is a play that explores themes of friendship, motherhood, and forgiveness, as well as empathy for a certain bear.
Last Thursday Art Opening @ The Goodfoot | Featuring: Richard Melloy and Zak Gere
The Goodfoot will have an art opening last Thurs Oct 30th, the show will be up until Dec 1st.
The Portland Ballet presents The Enchanted Toyshop @ Lincoln Hall | Music, Dance & Play
Enter the magical world of an enchanted toyshop!
Win Tickets ($46): Emily Scott Robinson & Andrea von Kampen @ Mission Theater | Folk & Americana
Colorado songwriter Emily Scott Robinson beckons to those who are lost, lonely, or learning the hard way with American Siren, her first album for Oh Boy Records.
Win Tickets ($42): Taylor Rave @ Crystal Ballroom | A Taylor Swift Dance Party
Taylor Rave: A Night of Taylor Swift Remixes & Edits. Only Taylor all night.
Portland in the News: Frog Protest, Bigfoot, Trash Fulfillment & More | October 23, 2025
As inflatable frog costumes sell out across the country, Wired breaks down the history of the frog as a historic protest symbol.
Shanrocks Trivia Presents Eerie Queries | Halloween Trivia + Costume Contests
All things Halloweenie are fair game for Eerie Queries…spooky lit, horror films, seasonal foodstuffs, terrifying TV, macabre music and Halloween culture will all be on the slab!
MANY Weekend Events & Giveaways ($2,400+): Festivals, Fireworks, Concerts, Comedy, Theater, Film, & More!
| Weekend
Portland in the News: State Park Passes, Pink Light District, Swimming Holes & More | July 9, 2026
| News
Win Tickets ($70): McMenamins Presents “A Hot August Night” with Super Diamond @ McMenamins Grand Lodge in Forest Grove | The Neil Diamond Tribute
| music
7 Deadly Sins: CHURCH Part Two: Lust @ PAM-CUT’s Tomorrow Theater | Interactive Storytelling Series
| Comedy, events, music, SE Portland
Portland Sketch Fest @ The Siren Theater | Oregon’s Only Sketch Comedy Festival
| Comedy
Haulin Aspen @ Wanoga Sno Park | Marathon, Half Marathon, 6.5-mile “Half As,” and NEW Three-Person Marathon Relay
| Active Lifestlye, sports
New Portland Jobs: Lan Su Chinese Garden, PHAME, Creo Chocolate & More
| Jobs
Win Tickets ($85): Jerry’s Middle Finger @ Crystal Ballroom | Jerry Garcia Tribute Band
| All Ages, downtown, events, music
Kumoricon 2026 @ Oregon Convention Center | Anime & Japanese Culture Convention
| All Ages, Books, events, Food & Drink, NE Portland, Shopping, Visual Art
Win Tickets ($48): McMenamins Presents Gully Boys @ Mission Theater | Indie Rock
| All Ages, music, NW Portland
2026 Summer Free For All In The Parks: Festivals, Free Movies, Free Concerts, Dance, Theater, Comedy, & More
| All Ages, events, Film, Free, music, Visual Art
Win Tickets ($56): McMenamins Presents The Hails Duck Pond Tour @ Mission Theater | Indie-Rock
| All Ages, music, NW Portland
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