First weekend of summer is here, Portland! Chamber Music Northwest Presents Influences & Intersections 2022 Summer Festival kicks off Saturday. Warm weather is back and Pix Pâtisserie’s Outdoor Patio is now open for summer. And, Rose City Rollers Presents Rooftop Roller Disco has returned to Lloyd Center!
Win Tickets ($99): Howard Jones: The Dialogue Tour @ Aladdin Theater | English Pop, w/ Midge Ure
June 18 @ Aladdin Theater – Howard Jones first burst upon the contemporary music scene with his very English song-writing and pioneering synthesizers.
Read MorePortland Spirit 2022 Father’s Day Cruises | Scenic Dinner, Brunch, Live Music, Downtown Portland & Columbia River Gorge
June 19 @ Portland Spirit – Celebrate Father’s Day in a new way this year: bring the whole family aboard a Portland Spirit Cruise!
Read MoreWin Tickets ($120): Grammy Winners Indigo Girls & Neko Case @ Pioneer Courthouse Square | American Folk Rock, Indie
June 17 @ Pioneer Courthouse Square – On their 16th studio album, Indigo Girls tell their origin story. Look Long is a stirring and eclectic collection of songs that finds the duo of Amy Ray and Emily Saliers reunited in the studio.
Read More2022 MeWe Metaphysics & Wellness Fair in NE Portland | 50 Readers, Healers and Vendors, 20 Talks
June 4-5 @ DoubleTree by Hilton – Enjoy 45 Readers, Healers and Vendors + 20 Talks at our MeWe Metaphysics & Wellness Fair + Gem Show for Energizing Body Mind Heart & Soul in Portland.
Read More2022 Pedalpalooza Portland-Wide Celebration of Cycling | Featuring Rides All Summer, Naked Bike Ride, Family Rides & More!
Pedalpalooza celebrates summery bike fun in and around Portland. Hundreds of events, mostly free, entirely pedal powered, and community driven. Join us in the streets this June, July, & August.
Read MoreSangria Saturday @ Hip Chicks Do Wine | 3 Wines & 3 Sangrias, Small Plates
Join Hip Chicks for Sangria Saturday! Get a flight of 3 wines + 3 Sangrias for $20. With small plates available for purchase.
Read MoreOregon Humanities Presents Consider This @ Alberta Rose Theatre | Featuring Nataki Garrett and Jelly Helm
Join us on Wednesday, June 8, 2022, for a conversation about storytelling and yearning with Nataki Garrett, artistic director of Oregon Shakespeare Festival, and Jelly Helm, founder of the branding agency Studio Jelly.
Read MoreRose City Rollers Comeback Season @ Oaks Amusement Park | Home Team Season Championships – Double Header!
June 3 @ Oaks Park – Join us for an exciting night of derby as all four Home Teams take to the Hangar to compete for the 2022 Portland Title!
Read MoreWeekend Celebration w/ Tony Starlight & The All-star Horns | Sinatra by Starlight & The Tony Starlight Variety Show
June 3-4 @ The Tony Starlight Showroom – Join Portland’s favorite crooner for a weekend of music, variety & comedy.
Read MoreWin Tickets ($20): Black Sheep Brass Band @ The Goodfoot Pub & Lounge | w/ The Carlo Show
June 2 @ The Goodfoot Pub & Lounge – Black Sheep Brass Band has created their own unique brand of California grown, 100% certified #BRASSfedFUNK, that permeates all layers of being.
Read MoreWin VIP Tickets ($70): Cider Summit Portland @ The Fields Park | 150+ Ciders, Live Music
June 10-11 @ The Fields Park – Sample a selection of more than 150 hard ciders at Cider Summit Portland!
Read MoreWin Tickets ($36+): Gaylabration 10 Year Anniversary – decaDANCE @ Crystal Ballroom in Downtown Portland | Featuring DJ Deanne, Body Art, Performers, Biggest Dance Party of Pride Weekend!
June 18 @ Crystal Ballroom – The 10 Year Anniversary we’ve all been waiting for!
Read MoreMy People’s Market in SE Portland | Free, Featuring 120+ BIPOC Vendors, Art, Performance, Music & More!
June 3-5 in SE Portland – My People’s Market is back in person for the ninth time, offering an immersive, in-person marketplace featuring 120+ BIPOC vendors each day, cultural performances, musicians, food, and beverages.
Read MoreMANY Portland 2022 Memorial Day Weekend Events & Giveaways ($1,000+): TEDxPortland, Fireworks, Wine Tasting, Markets, Brunch, Trivia, Music & More! | May 26-30, 2022
Memorial Day weekend is back, Portland! Rose Festival fireworks are back this year at the waterfront on Friday! Update your kitchen appliances at Sunday’s à table – A Culinary Rummage Sale & Bake Sale @ Pix Pâtisserie. Hip Chicks Do Wine Presents Wine & Chocolate Pairing. And catch 15 talks & 6 performances at the largest indoor TEDx event in the world TEDxPortland.
Read MorePortland in the News: Orcas on the Coast; More Car Chargers; Blazers for Sale Soon & More! | May 26, 2022
The Portland Trail Blazers will be looking for a new owner soon.
Have you see the orcas on the Oregon Coast? This month, sightings have been higher than usual.
And there’s now expanded bus and shuttle access to Washington Park, so be sure to plan a trip to visit the International Rose Test Garden and Portland Japanese Garden.
Read MoreFirst Friday at Freeland – Drag Edition! @ Freeland Spirits Tasting Room | Pride Celebration Hosted by Peachy Springs, Raffle, Specialty Cocktails & More!
June 3 @ Freeland Spirits Tasting Room – Come by for specialty cocktails, raffles, and of course some gaiety! All hosted by our springtime darling Peachy Springs and two favorite local queens, Boujee Cherry and Amy Takill.
Read MoreWin Tickets ($20): Sunday Saloon @ Ponderosa Lounge & Grill | Fire Playin’ Honky Tonkin’ Boys
June 25 @ Ponderosa Lounge and Grill – Known for their high-energy shows, varied playlist, and a party vibe. Raise your whiskey for a night of fire playin honky tonk country boys!
Read More2022 Rose City Reunion Concert Featuring the Oregon Symphony @ Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall | FREE, Family Friendly
To launch the return of Portland’s Official Festival, everyone is invited to see the Oregon Symphony for a FREE concert Thursday at Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall.
Read MoreWin Tickets ($60): Grammy Winner Fantastic Negrito @ Aladdin Theater | Folk, Blues, R&B
June 14 @ Aladdin Theater – Part love story, part historical excavation, Fantastic Negrito’s extraordinary new album, White Jesus Black Problems, is an exhilarating ode to the power of family and the enduring resilience of our shared humanity.
Read MoreWin Tickets ($60): An Evening with Jordan Rudess of Dream Theater @ The Old Church Concert Hall | Voted “Best Keyboardist of All Time”
June 12 @ The Old Church Concert Hall – Voted “Best Keyboardist of All Time” by Music Radar Magazine, Jordan Rudess is best known as the keyboardist/multi-instrumentalist extraordinaire for platinum-selling Grammy- nominated prog rock band, Dream Theater.
Read MoreWin Tickets ($30): Kat Wright w/Blue Darling @ The Old Church Concert Hall | Folk, Roots
June 9 @ The Old Church Concert Hall – Kat Wright, Bob Wagner (guitar) and Josh Weinstein (bass) lean into their trio formation, showcasing their folky / rootsy selves.
Read More2022 Portland Rose Festival Opening Night Fireworks @ Tom McCall Waterfront Park | Best Places to Watch, Photos, Video, Schedule
May 27 @ Tom McCall Waterfront Park – Rose Festival is back this year and that means fireworks on the Friday of Memorial Day Weekend!
Read MoreVOICES Lectures @ Revolution Hall | Featuring Marlee Matlin, Danielle Feinberg, Ami Vitale and Stephanie Land
4-Date Series @ Revolution Hall – VOICES Lectures celebrates 30 years w/ Marlee Matlin, Danielle Feinberg, Ami Vitale and Stephanie Land.
Read More2022 Oregon Renaissance Faire @ Clackamas County Event Center | Musicians, Jugglers, Magicians, Entertainers, Jousting Tournament
June 4-5, 11-12 @ Clackamas County Fairgrounds – We invite you to experience the Vale of Dunrose, Scotland at the Oregon Renaissance Faire — an imaginative and interactive adventure modeled after elements from the Renaissance era.
Read MoreMovies at Dusk @ Pix Pâtisserie | The Princess Bride, The Big Lebowski, Office Space, Trivia, Beer Garden
June 2-August 25 @ Pix Pâtisserie – Movies at Dusk is back in full swing this summer with uplifting classics to entertain all ages.
Read MoreJune Last Thursday Art Opening @ The Goodfoot Pub & Lounge | Featuring Brenda Dunn, Jasmine Star and Mike Skrzynski
June 30 @ The Goodfoot Pub & Lounge – June’s Last Thursday Art Opening features works from Brenda Dunn, Jasmine Star and Mike Skrzynski.
Read MoreCrush On Oregon Wine Showcase @ Castaway Portland | Featuring 30 Oregon Wineries
June 2 @ Castaway Portland – Crush On Oregon will showcase what makes Oregon wine so special and dynamic—from our unique climate to our world-class winemakers.
Read MoreMANY Portland Weekend Events & Giveaways ($1,350+): Edgefield Brewfest, Vintage Market, Rose City Rollers, Farmers Markets & More! | May 18-22, 2022
The weekend is back, Portland! Sample 100+ beers & ciders at this weekend’s Edgefield Brewfest. Hunt for antique treasures at Maizee Mae’s Vintage & Collectible Market. Enjoy the spring sunshine at Bella Organic Farm & Winery Farm Store, which is open for wine & cider tastings.
Read MorePortland in the News: Portlander Nation’s Top Barista; Great Views & Food; Local Films Get Grants | May 19, 2022
A Portland barista has been named the 2022 US Barista Champion.
Four local filmmakers recently received post-production grants.
And these local restaurants not only have great food, but amazing views to match.
Read MoreSpring Makers Market @ Sustainable Northwest Wood | Handcrafted Treasures, Local Bites & Brews
May 21 @ Sustainable Northwest Wood – Handcrafted goods from Portland’s Makers Community in a festive indoor/outdoor market – lumberjack style.
Read MoreThe Old Town Beaverton Wine Walk | Sample Local Wines at 9 Unique Downtown Businesses
May 21 in Downtown Beaverton – Explore downtown Beaverton while sampling local wines inside 9 unique downtown businesses!
Read MoreCelebrate 2022 Portland Memorial Day Weekend w/ Hip Chicks Do Wine | Wine & Sangria Tasting, Wine & Chocolate Pairing
May 27-30 @ Hip Chicks Do Wine – It’s Memorial Day Weekend and we’re ready to have some fun!! We’re offering both a Wine & Sangria tasting and/or a Wine & Chocolate Pairing!
Read MoreWin Tickets: Jay Si Proof & Left on Tenth @ The Goodfoot Pub & Lounge | Funk, Disco, Jazz, Rock, Reggae
May 25 @ The Goodfoot Pub & Lounge – Jay Si Proof is the artistic vision of singer, trombonist, and composer Jeff Chilton.
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