A round up of what’s going on in Portland this weekend including live music, concerts, comedy, trivia, happy hours, movies & more!
Consider This w/ Dahlia Lithwick @ Alberta Rose Theatre | Senior Legal Correspondent at Slate
Join Oregon Humanities at the Alberta Rose Theatre on Wednesday, September 18, at 7:00 p.m. for a conversation about public trust in the Supreme Court with Dahlia Lithwick, senior legal correspondent at Slate and host of the Amicus podcast.
Afternoon Garden Tea @ Victorian Belle | Tea, Wine, Pastries, Gardens
The Victorian Belle’s Afternoon Garden Tea is a fun and elegant way to celebrate the last bit of summer in September!
Distiller’s Dinner with the Victorian Belle and Freeland Spirits | 5-Courses w/ Cocktail Pairings
Join us for a five-course tasting menu dinner at the Victorian Belle featuring the beautiful pairings of our own Chef Jorge Castillo Quintal and Freeland Spirits. The master distiller from Freeland Spirits will guide you through the subtleties of the craft spirits for each course.
Club Privata Presents Fiesta Caliente – Zodiac Party in Downtown Portland | Pacific Northwest’s Premier Lifestyle Club
September 14 @ Club Privata – Join us for the start of Hispanic Heritage Month at our Fiesta Caliente! Wear your spiciest outfits and come celebrate.
I Love District 2: A Scavenger Hunt Series w/ Jennifer Park | North & NE Portland, Raffle, Prizes
Jennifer Park wants to share her love for District 2 — its green spaces, small businesses, non-profits, arts & culture, historic landmarks — with her neighbors in this interactive adventure that is her love letter to District 2!
Win Tickets ($90): That Mexican OT @ Crystal Ballroom | Mexican-American Rapper, Southern Hip Hop
September 23 @ Crystal Ballroom – Mexican OT has all the support and momentum to ascend to Southern rap royalty, and position himself as a new leader for Texas rap, and beyond.
CANCELLED: Rose City Fresh Hop Fest @ The Redd on Salmon Street | High-end Beers From 15+ Breweries
The Rose City Fresh Hop Festival visits The Redd on September 27th & 28th!
Win Tickets: Jay Si Proof, Buffalo Galaxy @ The Goodfoot Pub & Lounge | Earth Jazz Alchemists
September 12 @ The Goodfoot – Jay Si Proof continues their September Thursday residency with special guests Buffalo Galaxy kicking off the night.
Win Tickets ($90): Oregon Celtic Festival in Canby | Folk & Fiddle, Ale House, Whiskey Tasting, Food Court, Marketplace, Camping & More!
The Oregon Celtic Festival is an enchanting celebration of Celtic culture, set to take place from September 13-15 at the Clackamas County Fairgrounds.
ElectrifyPDX Presents Electrify Portland! 2024 Home Electrification Fair @ The Redd on Salmon | Free, Exploring Energy Efficient Appliances, Solar, Contractors & More!
Get ready to make your home healthier, more comfy and resilient! Join us for Electrify Portland! on September 15 at The Redd.
Portland in the News: Earlier Sunsets; Portland Saturday Market Turns 50; Top Dog Breeds in the Rose City & More! | August 28, 2024
Starting this week, sunsets in Portland will be before 8PM.
At 50 years old, Portland Saturday Market has been officially designated as an Oregon Heritage Tradition.
And still confused about the City Council’s ranked-choice voting system? Give this delicious doughnut explainer a watch.
Sole Support for Parkinson’s @ Rose Quarter Commons | 5K, 1K, Live Music, Exhibitors & More!
September 21 @ Rose Quarter Commons – Sole Support for Parkinson’s benefiting Parkinson’s Resources, a local non-profit working to improve the quality of life for people living with Parkinson’s disease, their families, and care partners.
Joeyy @ Hawthorne Theatre | Experimental Christian Rapper Celebrating the Release of ‘Try’
On September 6, rapper Joeyy will be celebrating the release of his forthcoming album ‘Try’.
Bella Organic Presents “Thank You Teachers” Corn Maze in NW Portland | Petting Zoo, Food, Wine, Beer, Cider
Bella Organic’s 2024 Corn Maze is dedicated to all school staff, administrators, and teachers! Thank you for all you do!
PICA Presents TBA:24 Celebration of Contemporary Art | Featuring Renowned International, National & Regional Artists
September 5-22 – PICA is thrilled to present TBA:24, the 2024 edition of the Time-Based Art Festival, an annual celebration of contemporary art and full creative expression.
Bridge City Block Party in SE Portland | Sullivan King, Boogie T, Dirt Monkey, Delta Heavy, Fred V, Blvcksmith, 2024 Portland Labor Day Weekend
September 1 in SE Portland – On Labor Day Weekend, Bridge City Block Party will unleash the bass and shake the streets with Sullivan King, Boogie T, Dirt Monkey, Delta Heavy, Fred V, & Blvcksmith!
Win Tickets ($50): Sea Wolf (Solo) @ Mission Theater | Atmospheric Folk, Indie Rock
September 18 @ Mission Theater – Sea Wolf, the indie project led by Alex Brown Church, weaves introspective lyrics with haunting melodies, creating a sound that resonates deeply with listeners.
Win Tickets ($60): Allah-Las @ Aladdin Theater | w/ Maston, Rock, Indie
September 22 @ Aladdin Theater – As the glammy, electronic strut of the song indicates, Zuma 85 signals the start of a new era for Allah-Las.
Win Tickets ($40): Silverada @ Aladdin Theater | Neotraditional Country, Americana
September 25 @ Aladdin Theater – This is a snapshot of a band in motion, chasing down the next horizon, writing the soundtrack to some new discovery. It’s the sound of alchemy, of some new metal being forged. And like silver itself, Silverada shines brightly.
Blueprint Choral Ensembles Presents Songs of the Silver Screen in NE Portland | A Free Musical Ride into Film Soundtracks
September 7 in NE Portland – A fun show full of songs from terrific movies, features, and shows, this year’s summer ensembles bring a wide range of repertoire to the stage.
Portland 2024 Labor Day Brunch @ The Eastburn Public House | $3 Mimosa Refills
The Eastburn Public House will be open for Labor Day Monday, September 2, from 8AM-3PM.
Win Tickets ($70): Brat Rave @ Crystal Ballroom | A Night Dedicated to Charli XCX & Party Girl Anthems
September 21 @ Crystal Ballroom – A Night Dedicated to Charli XCX & Party Girl Anthems
Win Tickets ($80): Everclear @ Crystal Ballroom | Iconic ’90s Alt-rock, w/ Marcy Playground, Jimmie’s Chicken Shack
September 15 @ Crystal Ballroom – The setlist for the fall tour will feature all the hits from throughout the band’s extraordinary three decades-long catalog, spotlighting tracks off their album Songs From An American Movie Vol. One.
Win Tickets ($80): Grammy Nominee Cornelius 30th Anniversary Dream In Dream World Tour @ Crystal Ballroom | Internationally-renowned Japanese Multi-instrumentalist, Alternative
September 27 @ Crystal Ballroom – Cornelius has become one of the most sought after producer/remixers in the world.
Win Tickets ($50): Gable Price & Friends @ Mission Theater | Alternative Rock & Roll
September 25 @ Mission Theater – Gable Price and Friends is a 4-piece alternative rock and roll band, with a whole lot of damage to do and a whole lot of cities to play.
Win Tickets ($120): Johnny Marr, James @ Crystal Ballroom | Rock, Indie Pop
September 22 @ Crystal Ballroom – John Martin Marr first achieved fame as the guitarist and co-songwriter of the Smiths in the 1980s.
Win Tickets ($30): Swindler, Super Secret Band @ The Goodfoot Pub & Lounge | Funk, Jazz & Psychedelic Rock
September 7 @ The Goodfoot – Swindler produces a fresh and original sound that integrates funk, jazz and psychedelic rock into a masterful sonic tapestry.
Win Tickets ($40): Portland Oktoberfest @ Pioneer Courthouse Square | Live Music, Beer, German Food, Local Vendors & More!
September 20-21 @ Pioneer Courthouse Square – Head to the the heart of the city to enjoy signature German food, paired perfectly with regional German-style beers and authentic imports straight from Munich.
Club Privata Presents ’80s & ’90s MTV Party – Taboo Night in Downtown Portland | Big Hair, Over the Top Bling, Pacific Northwest’s Premier Lifestyle Club
September 7 @ Club Privata – Bring out your bougie in a nod to the ’80s and ’90s MTV VJs and Superstars.
Bacon & Wine Pairing @ Hip Chicks Do Wine | Bacon Appetizers Paired w/ 6 Wines
September 7-8 @ Hip Chicks Do Wine – We are firm believers that EVERYTHING is better with bacon! We’ll be pairing an assortment of bacon-centric appetizers paired with 6 of our wines.
Beaverton Downtown Association Presents 2024 Lagerfest | Family Friendly, 25 Local Breweries, Live Music
September 7 in Downtown Beaverton – Lagerfest will feature the finest craft beers in the region, delectable food pairings, live music, fun activities for kids, and much more!
Win Tickets ($180): Literary Arts Presents Malcolm Gladwell in Conversation @ Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall | #1 New York Times Bestselling Author of The Tipping Point
October 15 @ Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall – Literary Arts is honored to present #1 New York Times bestselling author, Pushkin Industries co-founder, and Revisionist History podcast host, Malcolm Gladwell, in conversation about his new book, Revenge of the Tipping Point.
Portland in the News: Nonstop from PDX; Ranked Choice Voting; Future of Sandy Boulevard & More! | August 22, 2024
The first grafted fruit tress in Oregon came in 1847 with a family crossing the plains who settled near Milwaukie.
In just a few months, voters in Portland will be using ranked choice voting; here’s how it works.
And the Giraffe House in NE Portland has more than 5,000 giraffes.
Laugh Basement Comedy Show @ The Goodfoot Pub & Lounge | 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.
Summer Blow Out @ The Aura | Featuring Kirko Bangz, Hosted by Taj Malik
Join us for an epic night featuring Kirko Bangz and some of Portland’s HOTTEST artists!
Win Tickets ($30): Crossroads w/ Britney Spears Karaoke @ Tomorrow Theater | Hosted by Baby Ketten
Bring in the end of summer with an early 2000s Britney Spears road trip film! Start practicing your best “Toxic” cover, because before the screening our friends at Baby Ketten will host an all-Britney Spears karaoke session.
MANY Portland July 4th Weekend Events & Giveaways ($2,400+): Festivals, Fireworks, Concerts, Comedy, Theater, Film, & More!
| Weekend
Old Town Dance – Daniel Girón @ Darcelle XV | Community Dance Class Run by Daniel Girón
| All Ages, Dance, NW Portland
Portland New Generations Rotary Club Presents Roses and Rosé @ Portland International Rose Test Garden | Sip, Stroll & Support at Roses & Rosé 2026!
| Food & Drink, SW Portland
Rose City Vintage Expo @ Portland Expo Center | Antiques, Collectibles, Americana and More
| north portland, Shopping
Portland in the News: Doggo Dates, World’s Best Cheddar, Godzilla & More | July 2, 2026
| News
Shoestring Circus @ Hazel Dell Commons in Vancouver | Intimate, Story-Driven Circus Experience
| All Ages, theater
10% off Through July 6th – The 26th Annual Portland Erotic Ball @ Crystal Ballroom | 21+, Hosted by Sasha Scarlett, Live Music, Burlesque, Costume Contest, & More
| Dance, downtown, music, theater
THIS WEEK in Portland: Festivals, Music, Comedy, Trivia, Theater, Happy Hours, & More!
| Today
New Portland Jobs: APANO Action Fund, Play On Shakespeare, World Forestry Center & More
| Jobs
Win Tickets ($358): HAREFEST @ Clackamas County Fairgrounds & Event Center | The Mother of All Tribute Festivals
| music
Win Tickets (30): McMenamins Presents Soul On the Floor with DJ CUTZ1 @ Lola’s Room | Funk, Soul, & R&B
| downtown
Win Tickets ($48): McMenamins Presents Taylor Bickett @ Mission Theater | Indie Pop
| All Ages, music, NW Portland
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