Portland Events

MANY Portland Weekend Events & Giveaways ($1,800+): Hood River Ciderfest, Crab Festival, St. Johns Spring Fling, Gorge Open Studios Tour & More!

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

Portland in the News: New City Government; Laurelhurst’s Joanie on the Pony; OK to Drive in Japan & More | November 10, 2022

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Portland voters this week adopted a new form of city government that includes a city council and ranked choice voting.

The Joan of Arc statue in Laurelhurst is a copy of a statue that stands in Paris.

And Oregonians visiting Japan can use their Oregon-issued drivers license to drive there.

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Win Tickets ($40): Tim Snider & Wolfgang Timber w/Justin Chittams @ The Old Church Concert Hall | Violinist for Nahko and Medicine for the People

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Decemebr 4 @ The Old Church Concert Hall – Tim not only plays violin but loops guitar, percussion, and vocals into a sound that has been described as a “world-folk hybrid, aimed at the heart the head and the feet.”

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Win Tickets ($50): Shook Twins @ Aladdin Theater | w/ Handmade Moments

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December 9 @ Aladdin Theater – Since their 2008 debut Shook Twins have conjured up dreamy folk with ghostly traces of Americana tradition uplifted by transcendently hummable melodies and lilting cinematic instrumentation.

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Win Tickets ($80): Portland 2023 Folk Festival @ Crystal Ballroom | Ron Artis II, Hillstomp, Rayland Baxter, Fox and Bones & More!

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Janaury 13-15 @ Crystal Ballroom – Portland Folk Festival is an ALL AGES, three-day celebration of Folk and Americana music in Portland.

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Win Tickets ($50): Magic City Hippies @ Crystal Ballroom | w/ CAPYAC, Psychedelic Funk

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February 19 @ Crystal Ballroom – Shades on and shirts unbuttoned, Magic City Hippies generate the kind of heat that could’ve powered a high seas yacht party in the seventies or shake a Coachella stage next summer.

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Win Tickets ($55): An Evening with Fruition (Trio) @ Aladdin Theater | Alternative, Indie

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December 8 @ Aladdin Theater – Fruition’s newest album, Broken at the Break of Day, shines a light on all five members of the band, whether it’s on the traded lead vocals of “Dawn” or the irresistible rhythms of “Where Can I Turn.”

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Win Tickets ($70): Yonder Mountain String Band @ Crystal Ballroom | Jam-grass

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March 25 @ Crystal Ballroom – With their latest album, “Get Yourself Outside,” Colorado-based Yonder Mountain String Band once again echoes out into the universe their place as not only a pioneering jam-grass act, but also one of the most innovative groups in the live music scene

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Win Tickets ($90): Al Franken @ Revolution Hall | The Only Former U.S. Senator Currently on Tour Tour

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December 8 @ Revolution Hall – As far as anyone knows, Al Franken is the only U.S. Senator who was also one of the original writers for Saturday Night Live.

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Win Tickets ($58): Esther Povitsky @ Aladdin Theater | Variety’s 10 Comics to Watch

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December 4 @ Aladdin Theater – A fixture of the LA comedy scene, Esther can be seen on Hulu’s 2nd season of DOLLFACE, starring alongside Kat Dennings and Shay Mitchell.

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Win Tickets ($80): New Year’s Eve 2022/2023 w/ Digable Planets @ Crystal Ballroom in Downtown Portland | Jazz-informed Hip Hop

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December 31 @ Crystal Ballroom – Nearly 20 years after their debut, Digable Planets’ music still shines and the group continues to bring their celebrated stage show to excited crowds around the world.

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Win Tickets ($40): Nefesh Mountain @ The Old Church Concert Hall | Bluegrass, Americana

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December 1 @ The Old Church Concert Hall – Since their arrival on the scene in 2015, Nefesh Mountain has been hailed as one of today’s formative boundary pushing Bluegrass/Americana bands.

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Cancelled: Rakim @ Crystal Ballroom | Rap, Celebrating the 25th Anniversary of ‘The 18th Letter’

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December 2 @ Crystal Ballroom – Rakim was among the first to demonstrate the possibilities of sitting down to write intricately crafted lyrics packed with clever word choices and metaphors.

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Cancelled: Isobel Campbell w/Swansea @ The Old Church Concert Hall | Indie Pop

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November 11 @ The Old Church Concert Hall – After vaulting to fame as a founding member of the beloved indie pop collective Belle & Sebastian, Isobel Campbell has enjoyed success as a solo artist.

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Downtown Portland New Year’s Eve 2023 Cruise w/ Portland Spirit | Champagne Toast, The Bylines, Multiple Bars, Amazing Views

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December 31 @ Portland Spirit – Cruise into the New Year! No better way to ring in 2023 than on a boat

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MANY Portland Weekend Events & Giveaways ($2,300): Portland Book Festival, Broke Gravy Comedy, Roller Derby Tournament & More! | November 3-6, 2022

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The weekend is back, Portland! Meet w/ your favorite authors at this weekend’s Portland Book Festival. NW’s Largest Garage Sale and Vintage Sale gathers Saturday! Comedy w/ Broke Gravy and Friends is back at Clinton Street Theater. And Rose City Rollers are hosting their Home Town Throw Down tournament.

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Portland in the News: Thorns Win NWSL Title; Witches Paddle; Bigfoot Horror Movie & More! | November 3, 2022

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Hundreds of witches turned out recently to paddle through downtown Portland.

Portland’s long-term forecast features La Niña conditions, which means cooler than average temperatures and snow.

And the Thorns won their third NWSL title!

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Portland Youth Philharmonic Presents Autumn Variations @ Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall | Featuring Award-winning Pianist Llewellyn Sanchez-Werner

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Experience music from around the world on November 12 at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall w/ Portland Youth Philharmonic’s Autumn Variations.

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Win Tickets ($50): Young Dubliners @ Mission Theater | Celtic Rock

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December 4 @ Mission Theater – After thirty years as one of the world’s leading Celtic Rock bands, the Young Dubliners have begun work on their tenth studio album.

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Win Tickets ($50): Floater performs Pink Floyd’s “Animals” @ Crystal Ballroom | Rock

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December 3 @ Crystal Ballroom – With intense and unforgettable live performances, their fan base has grown over the years to a fever pitch and Floater fans are legendary for their dedication.

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Win Tickets ($60): A Celtic Christmas with the Gothard Sisters @ The Old Church Concert Hall | Celtic, Folk, Carols

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December 2-3 @ The Old Church Concert Hall – Celebrate the beginning of the holiday season with the internationally acclaimed Celtic folk trio The Gothard Sisters.

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Win Tickets ($36): Gilla Band @ Mission Theater | Irish Post Punk, Noise Rock

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February 13 @ Mission Theater – Dublin 4 piece Gilla Band’s cataclysmic sound avoids consignment to any singular genre, featuring thrusting noise-rock guitars, heavy techno drum beats and wailing vocals paired with witty, mundane and often surrealist lyrics.

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Win Tickets ($60): Super Diamond @ Crystal Ballroom | Neil Diamond Tribute, 30th Anniversary Tour

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January 28 @ Crystal Ballroom – San Francisco’s Super Diamond has become one of the most popular live shows at major nightclubs, theaters, ballrooms and public events throughout the United States.

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Kickstand Comedy Presents Broke Gravy and Friends @ Clinton Street Theater | Improv, Storytelling, Prizes & More!

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November 5 @ Clinton Street Theater – Chris, Leon, and Eric (them Broke Gravy boys) are bringing some color to your autumn season… with a little help from a few of our friends of course.

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HUGE List of Portland 2022 Halloween Events, Parties, Costume Contests, Scary Stories, Trick or Treat & More!

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In 2022, Halloween falls on Monday meaning there will be parties the weekend before! See our huge list of Portland Halloween parties, events and GIVEAWAYS.

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Win Tickets ($20): Gaytheist, Rhododendron, Common Girl @ Mission Theater | 3-Piece Noise Rock

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December 17 @ Mission Theater – Gaytheist is a 3-piece noise rock trio based in Portland.

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Win Tickets: Greaterkind, Dub Orchestra @ The Goodfoot Pub & Lounge | Blend of Jazz Fusion, Funk, R&B, Gospel, & Hip Hop

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November 10 @ The Goodfoot Pub & Lounge – Greaterkind formed in Portland in 2018 by three friends on a communal mission to spread love and inclusivity through the medium of music and agriculture.

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Win Tickets ($60): THE LEMONHEADS “It’s a Shame About Ray” Revolution Hall | w/ Bass Drum of Death & On Being an Angel

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November 26 @ Revolution Hall – Since they were formed in Boston, Mass, in 1986 by Evan Dando, the family tree of The Lemonheads has many twisted tentacles and tangential branches, and a host of one-liners etched into its bark.

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Win Tickets ($60): Built to Spill @ Revolution Hall | w/ Braided Waves & Anchorbaby

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November 25 @ Revolution Hall – Indie rock band Built to Spill is best known for its catchy guitar hooks and the unique voice of frontman Doug Martsch.

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Win Tickets ($60): Tom Papa @ Revolution Hall | Stand Up Comedy, Netflix, Author

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November 19 @ Revolution Hall – With more than 20 years as a stand-up comedian, Tom Papa is one of the top comedic voices in the country finding success as an author, in film, TV, radio and podcasts as well as on the live stage.

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Win Tickets ($30): The Cabin Project Album Release Show w/Alexis Mahler @ The Old Church Concert Hall | Hybrid of Orchestral Folk, Rock & Indie

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November 18 @ The Old Church Concert Hall – The Cabin Project – a quartet of queer, all women and non-binary Portland-based musicians – is a musical hybrid of orchestral folk, rock, and indie.

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Win Tickets ($60): Ian Karmel @ Revolution Hall | Emmy Award Winning Comedian

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November 18 @ Revolution Hall – Originally from Portland, Ian is currently co-head writer for the Emmy award winning The Late Late Show with James Cordon.

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Urban Craft Uprising Presents 2022 Gobble Up Artisan Market @ Alder Block | Featuring 70 Local Food, Beverage & Kitchenware Makers

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November 12 @ Alder Block – At Gobble Up, shoppers will find innovative, local treats ranging from artisan sauces and chutneys, to local ciders and spirits to delicious vegan and gluten free baked goods.

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Win Tickets ($30): Rock and Roll Playhouse Presents Music of Aretha Franklin @ Mission Theater | Family Friendly Classic Rock Concert

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November 20 @ Mission Theater – This concert for kids and families shares the music of Aretha Franklin with a new generation of music lovers.

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Portland Events

MANY Portland Weekend Events & Giveaways ($1,800+): Hood River Ciderfest, Crab Festival, St. Johns Spring Fling, Gorge Open Studios Tour & More!

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

Portland in the News: Leave No Trace Spotlight; Nanobreweries; Greenest City | April 25, 2024

Mt. Tabor Park was one of 24 parks nationally to be named a Leave No Trace spotlight sight. And the next step in Portland's evolving beer scene includes the nanobrewery, a small but growing community of ultra-small brewers. And realtyhop has named Portland the greenest city in America.

New Portland Jobs: Literary Arts, Pacific Opportunities, People’s Food Co-op & More!

Here are the latest job listings on PDX Pipeline for this week including McMenamins & More!

Celebrate Oregon Wine Month in May! | Giveaway, Regional Activities, Mother’s Day, Cinco de Mayo, Memorial Day & More!

Find a patio, tasting room, dining room or anywhere else to share a glass of Oregon’s True Character during Oregon Wine Month in May!

Fiesta Caliente 2024 Cinco de Mayo Celebration @ Club Privata in Downtown Portland | Pacific Northwest’s Premier Lifestyle Club

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo this Saturday at the hottest party in town at Club Privata on May 4.

Win Tickets ($50): SOLD OUT – OK NOT OK – A Radiohead Tribute @ Mission Theater | Featuring Members of the Portland Cello Project

May 11 @ Mission Theater - Over the past year OK NOT OK have focused on playing their Radiohead favourites, fan favourites, deep cuts and have sold-out every one of their shows!

Heidi Duckler Dance Northwest presents “Come As You Are” @ PLACE Studio | Dance, Visuals, Spoken Word

Portland based dance company Heidi Duckler Dance Northwest (HDD/NW) presents “Come As You Are,” a multidisciplinary salon featuring dance, visuals, and animal scent perfumes.

2024 Portland Spirit Mother’s Day Cruises | Brunch, Mimosas, Beautiful Willamette River Views, Live Music

May 12 @ Portland Spirit - Sweep mom off her feet this Mother’s Day with a special brunch cruise.

Laugh Basement Comedy Show @ The Goodfoot Pub & Lounge | Featuring Mav Viola, Hosted by Hewitt Pagenstecher, DJ BHOLT

Mondays @ The Goodfoot Pub & Lounge - Laugh Basement is The Goodfoot’s stand-up comedy show featuring some of Portland’s funniest comedians.

Win Tickets ($80): Baker’s Dozen Coffee Beer & Doughnut Festival @ Culmination Brewing | 13 Breweries, 13 Roasters, 13 Bakers

May 11 @ Culmination Brewing - The 8th annual Baker’s Dozen (Coffee Beer & Doughnut Fest): This Oregon festival sells out annually and features 3 things Portland does best: beer, coffee, and doughnuts.

Boom Arts Presents “The History of Empires” @ The Armory | A Cheerfully Nihilistic Dance/Theater Piece

On May 16-19, Boom Arts presents "The History of Empires", a cheerfully nihilistic dance/theater piece by the acclaimed New York theater company Witness Relocation.

Win Tickets ($40): Fox and Bones “Long Time Honey” Record Release @ Mississippi Studios | Featuring Quick & Easy Boys, w/ Reb & the Good News

Fox and Bones backed by the Quick & Easy Boys celebrate the release of their 4th studio album produced by Greg Holden at Portland's Historic Mississippi Studios on May 18.

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