A round up of what’s going on in Portland this week including festivals, concerts, comedy, trivia, happy hours, movies, & more!
Win Tickets ($10): Farnell Newton & The Othership Connection @ The Goodfoot | Jazz, Latin, Soul, Funk
Trumpeter Farnell Newton is one of the most versatile musicians and educators in the Northwest, seamlessly blending straight-ahead jazz, smooth jazz, Latin music, soul, hip-hop, funk and more.
2025 World Beat Festival – Turtle Island @ Salem Riverfront Park | Music, Dancing, Food
This year we are celebrating Turtle Island; the indigenous peoples of North and South America!
Win Tickets ($20): Wicked Craft Solstice Night Market @ Rae Loft | Women & Femme-Owned Vendors, Happy Hour
Wicked Craft: Bazaar and Craft Fairs are a woman and femme business owned craft fair & market series operated by Rae Loft at the Bakery Building.
Portland Gay Men’s Chorus Presents ICONS: Pride Goes Pop @ Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall | Songs by Sia, Sam Smith, Chappell Roan & More
The Portland Gay Men’s Chorus (PGMC) is turning up the volume on Pride Month with ICONS: Pride Goes Pop, a one-night-only concert experience.
Portland in the News: Free AC, Pride, Scenic Views & More | June 12, 2025
USA Today has chosen several locations in Oregon as the country’s most scenic viewpoints, including our beloved Crater Lake.
Campfire Tales: Live Storytelling @ Echo Theater | Pre-Show Workshop, S’Mores
Campfire Tales presents an evening of live, true storytelling. This Portland-based series fosters community through personal narratives.
2025 Portland Spirit Bigfoot Adventure Cruises | Learn the History of Bigfoot on a Jetboat
On this Columbia River boat tour, you’ll explore the history and lore of Bigfoot while traveling 80 miles roundtrip on a high-speed jetboat from Portland to Multnomah Falls.
2025 Oregon Midsummer Festival @ Nordic Northwest | Flower Crowns, Music, Shopping & More
Decorate the Midsummer pole and make flower crowns, watch live music and performers, indulge in Nordic summer delicacies, play games and make crafts, shop vendors and enjoy – this is Midsummer!
2025 Portland Father’s Day Brunch & Dinner @ EastBurn | Food Specials
Toast dad at EastBurn all day on Father’s Day!
Pineapple Party @ Club Privata | Portland’s Premiere Lifestyle Club
Now that summer has begun, it’s time for our third annual Privata Pineapple Party.
Over the Rainbow Portland Pride Kickoff Party @ Darcelle XV Showplace | Drag Performances, VIP Meet & Greet
Come celebrate Portland Pride Month Kick-Off at Darcelle XV Showplace!
2025 Oregon Renaissance Faire @ Clackamas County Fairgrounds | Marketplace, Food, Drinks, Entertainment
Step into the magic of the Oregon Renaissance Faire, returning for four enchanting weekends in June 2025!
Win Tickets ($20): Wrath of Kahn w/ Brothers Jam @ The Goodfoot | Jerry Garcia Band Music
Wrath of Kahn brings the Jerry Garcia Band vibe from beyond the final frontier.
My First Rodeo + Juneteenth Rodeo Afterparty | Portland Juneteenth Celebration, Photoshoot, Brunch, Drinks & More
Celebrate Juneteenth with us at a Western-themed brunch, photoshoot, and style-forward experience you won’t forget.
Win Tickets ($240): 2025 Portland Horror Film Festival | 70+ Short & Feature Films
Portland Horror Film Festival returns to the historic Hollywood Theatre and Clinton Street Theater June 11-15th for its 10th annual event!
Win Tickets ($26): Plant Bingo @ Rae Loft | Win Plants, Snacks, Drinks
Join us for a one-of-a-kind botanical Bingo Night where luck meets leaves, and you could take home a brand-new plant friend!
Win Tickets ($56): Constant Debauchery w/ Major Tomboys @ Mission Theater | Depeche Mode & David Bowie Cover Bands
Constant Debauchery is the Pacific Northwest’s premier Depeche Mode celebration band, playing the arena hits, club faves, and b-sides of the dark dance music pioneers.
Portland in the News: Aurora Borealis, James Beard Public Market, Day Trippin’ & More | June 5, 2025
Residents of Northern Oregon and Southwest Washington were treated to a light show Sunday night courtesy of the Aurora Borealis according to KATU.
Win Tickets ($140): 2026 Portland’s Folk Festival @ Crystal Ballroom | 30+ Local & National Artists
An annual celebration of folk and Americana music showcasing 30 local and national artists hosted by the historic Crystal Ballroom with all proceeds donated to Sunstone Way.
2025 Rosewood Saturday Celebrations | Handmade Goods, Food, Music & More
Rosewood Saturday Celebrations, The Rosewood Initiative’s annual summer market, is back!
A Night With Ghost Tour: Haunted Adventure in NW Portland | Friday The 13th
Explore Portland’s haunted past on this spine-chilling strolling tour through Slabtown and Nob Hill.
2025 Rose City Book & Paper Fair @ DoubleTree by Hilton | Used, Rare & Collectible Books
Our local and traveling booksellers share your passion for books, and will be presenting their most interesting material
Sip & Shop @ Hip Chicks Do Wine | Wine Tasting, Local Vendors
Join us for an afternoon of wine, shopping, and local creativity at the Sip & Shop event at Hip Chicks Do Wine!
2025 Portland Father’s Day Cruises @ Portland Spirit | Brunch BBQ Buffet + Dinner Cruise
Give Dad an unforgettable Father’s Day with a special two-hour cruise on the Willamette River.
The Dinner Detective in Downtown Portland | Largest Murder Mystery Dinner Show In The U.S.
Are you tired of the same old date nights? Portland’s perfect remedy for entertainment boredom is The Dinner Detective.
Wine Wednesdays @ Négociant | Weekly Wine Flights & Tastings
Wine Wednesday is now in its third year and has become a staple in our weekly routine and part of the tradition around here.
Roast City Summer Tournament @ Dantes & Funhouse Lounge | Portland’s First Comedy Roast Tournament
Welcome to Roast City : Five rounds of two comedians going joke for joke in a no punches pulled battle of insults
Forest Pub @ Mission Theater | Stewarding Forest Park
Forest Park is more than just trees and trails—it’s a living, breathing biodiversity sanctuary that has relied on community care for generations to come.
Win Tickets ($44): BACKFENCE Mixed Media Storytelling @ Powell’s Books | Theme ‘Unexpected Connections’
BACKFENCE is thrilled to bring you more true stories this time around based on the theme, ‘UNEXPECTED CONNECTIONS.’
Win Tickets ($24): Mojo Family Fest Pre-Party w/ The Quick & Easy Boys, Supernatural Beavers @ The Goodfoot | Rock, Psychedelic
Join us as we partner with the fine folks of The Mojo Family fest for a pre-party/concert with uber-party bands
Win Tickets ($84): Crumb @ Crystal Ballroom | New York Psych-Pop
New York psych-pop band Crumb return with AMAMA, their most carefree and open-hearted album to date.
Win Tickets ($44): Trousdale @ Mission Theater | Indie Pop, Collab Set w/ Beane and Nia Ashleigh
For Trousdale-the trio of Quinn D’Andrea, Georgia Greene, and Lauren Jones-the ache of growing through change resonates deeply.
Win Tickets ($66): 2025 Edgefield Brewfest | 100+ Beers & Ciders, Live Music, Games
Head to McMenamins Edgefield for the 7th annual Edgefield Brewfest: a massive celebration of all things hoppy, malty, fruity, roasty and delicious.
Be Wildfire Aware! Community Preparedness Event @ World Forestry Center | Free Two-Day Event
Become fire-adapted and keep you and your community safe from wildfire.
Portland in the News: Frog Taxis, Cheap Eats, New Blazers Owners & More | May 29, 2025
How did the frog cross the road? For the fortunate froggies of Forest Park, it involves a group of dedicated volunteers and a bucket, according to a report from OPB.
Win Tickets ($56): Made with Pride @ Chapel Theatre | 10 Queer-Owned Wineries + Food Vendors
Join us as we come together to showcase the wines from 10 queer owned Oregon wineries as well as offerings from a handful of queer owned food vendors
THIS WEEK in Portland: Halloween Events, Festivals, Music, Comedy, Trivia, Theater, Happy Hours, & More!
| Today
Win Tickets ($70): 94/7FM KNRK presents “December to Remember” w/ Buffalo Traffic Jam @ Crystal Ballroom | Folk Music
| All Ages, downtown, music
Win Tickets ($40): World Forestry Center presents Forest Pub: Mushrooms @ Mission Theater | An Evening of Storytelling, Science & Community
| All Ages, events, NW Portland, Science
New Portland Jobs: Path Home, HOLLA School, Pole Portland & More
| Jobs
Pass the Hatchet Halloween Takeover @ LaVerne’s | Bayou-Gothic Decor, Spooky Food & Drink Specials
| events, Food & Drink, Halloween, NE Portland
Get Spooked at Haunted Escape Room – Escapism’s Malice Manor in NE Portland | Ghost Story, Private Rooms, 2026 Halloween Activity
| All Ages, events, Halloween, NE Portland
Halloween Party II @ Trouble Bar | Dance Party, Costume Contest, Prizes, Drink Specials
| events, Food & Drink, Free, Halloween, music, SE Portland
The Happy Hour @ Bikram Yoga | FREE, Learn & Practice Meditation
| Active Lifestlye, All Ages, events, Free, NE Portland
Win Tickets ($200): BOOgie Night: Burlesque Dinner Show & Disco @ Hōkū Events on Madison | Halloween Burlesque w/ A ’70s Disco Twist
| events, Food & Drink, Halloween, music, SE Portland
Portland Symphonic Choir presents Tales From The Vault @ Bank of Expensify | Part Halloween Party, Part Musical Adventure
| downtown, events, Food & Drink, Halloween, music, SW Portland, theater
A Scary Home Companion @ Victorian Belle | Spooky Sketch Comedy
| events, Food & Drink, Halloween, north portland, theater
Nocino Liqueur Release Party @ New Deal Distillery | Fall Cocktail Menu, Behind-The-Scenes, Take Home This Year’s Batch
| events, Food & Drink, Free, SE Portland
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