A round up of what’s going on in Portland this weekend including live music, concerts, comedy, trivia, happy hours, movies & more!
Win Tickets ($70): Carte Blanche: Penelope Spheeris & We Sold Our Souls for Rock ‘n Roll @ Tomorrow Theater | Metal Weekend Conversation w/ the Filmmaking Legend
Join Tomorrow Theater for a conversation with filmmaking legend Penelope Spheeris, moderated by PAM CUT Executive Director Amy Dotson on July 27.
Win Tickets ($30): Andy Coe Band’s Jerry Garcia Celebration @ The Goodfoot Pub & Lounge | Psychedelic Jam Band
August 1 @ Goodfoot – Originally formed to pay tribute to guitar hero and folk legend Jerry Garcia, the Andy Coe Band has evolved into the liveliest psychedelic jam band to come out of the Pacific Northwest in years.
Win Tickets ($50): John Douglas (of the Trashcan Sinatras) @ Mission Theater | w/ Lily Vakili, Indie Pop
October 4 @ Mission Theater – John Douglas has stepped into the center stage, releasing his debut solo album supported by a run of concerts around the UK and North America.
Win Tickets ($50): nobigdyl. @ Mission Theater | Dove Award Winning Rapper, Hip Hop
October 30 @ Mission Theater – nobigdyl. is most known most for combining concept driven lyricism with eclectic production.
Win Tickets ($40): Bella 105 Presents: Total Request Vibe @ Mission Theater | w/ DJ Gregarious
September 27 @ Mission Theater – Bella 105 Presents: Total Request Vibe featuring DJ Gregarious: Portland’s song monger since the turn of the century.
Win Tickets ($140): The Psychedelic Furs & The Jesus and Mary Chain @ Crystal Ballroom | w/ Frankie Rose
October 30 @ Crystal Ballroom – The Psychedelic Furs may not have invented rock & roll per se, but their influence since arriving on the post-punk scorched earth landscape four decades ago has reverberated and resonated.
Win Tickets ($60): The Verve Pipe @ Mission Theater | Multi-platinum Alternative Rock Band
August 22 @ Mission Theater – The Verve Pipe are recognized worldwide for their radio hits Photograph, Hero, Happiness Is, Never Let You Down and the #1 smash single The Freshmen.
Win Tickets ($50): The Arcadian Wild @ Aladdin Theater | Indie Folk, Pop
August 11 @ Aladdin Theater – Combining elements of progressive bluegrass, folk, and formal vocal music, The Arcadian Wild offer up songs of invitation; calls to come and see & more.
Win Tickets ($50): Eric Neumann @ Mission Theater | The Tonight Show Starring Jimmy Fallon
August 11 @ Mission Theater – Eric Neumann is one of the fastest rising stand-up comedians on the comedy scene today.
Win Tickets ($99): Grammy Winner Dweezil Zappa – The Rox (Postroph)y Tour @ Revolution Hall | Rock Guitarist
August 9 @ Aladdin Theater – Grammy-winning guitarist Dweezil Zappa has played more than 2,000 concerts all over the world.
Win Tickets ($120): Cirque du Soleil Presents KOOZA Under the Big Top at the Portland Expo Center | Sheer Magic, Daredevil Performances, Mischievous Clowns & More!
The thrilling, internationally-acclaimed Cirque du Soleil production KOOZA is coming to Portland from August 21 to October 6, 2024.
2024 Mondo Croquet World Championships @ NW Park Blocks | Free, Croquet w/ Bowling Balls and Sledgehammers
Get your balls banged at the 2024 Mondo Croquet World Championships in NW Portland on July28. It’s Mondo Croquet – Croquet American style, with bowling balls and sledgehammers!
Portland Last Thursday Art Walk on Alberta Street | Vending, Live Music, Performances, Workshops
Last Thursday is a monthly set of divergent happenings on NE Alberta Street in Portland every Last Thursday of the month (generally 6-9 pm).
Win Tickets ($40): KPOP Night @ Lola’s Room | All Your Favorite Artists
July 26 @ Lola’s Room – The public is invited to dance to DJ’d tunes by your favorite KPOP artists all night long!
Kenton Neighborhood 2024 Summer Wine Walk | Discount Code, Special Small-Plate Menus, Wine, Spirits, Beer, Benefit for Street Fair
July 26 – Join the Kenton neighborhood for a meandering wine, spirits, and beer tasting and shopping event!
Portland in the News: Stonehenge in the Gorge; Portland’s Annual Bike Count; New Terminal’s Opening Date & More | July 18, 2024
The new terminal at Portland International Airport is scheduled to open August 14.
There’s a full-size replica of Stonehenge in the Columbia River Gorge.
And every summer, more than 100 volunteers count the city’s bikes.
Couch Change: A Comedy Show @ Funhouse Lounge | Featuring Headliner Steven Wilber, Riley McCarthy & More!
July 20 @ Funhouse Lounge – Come by this Saturday for a night full of good food/drinks and great laughs in one of the best venues Portland has to offer.
2024 Portland Sketch Comedy Festival @ The Siren Theater | 3 Days, 8 Shows, Local & International Performers
July 25-27 @ The Siren Theater – Portland’s comedy festival dedicated solely to sketch comedy (short, scripted vignettes or “sketches” performed with the intention to amuse) is back for its 6th year!
Win Tickets ($40): Terrapin Twirl: A Grateful Dead Dance Party @ Crystal Ballroom | w/ DJ Takimba and Friends and a Liquid Light Show
Join Crystal Ballroom on August 2 for a dance party celebrating Jerry Garcia’s life and music!
40th Anniversary Celebration w/ The Portland Festival Symphony @ Pioneer Courthouse Square | Free Concert, Cupcakes, Giveaways
Join The Square and Portland Festival Symphony on July 20 to commemorate 40 years of Portland’s Living Room!
Win Tickets ($20): Lost Ox @ The Goodfoot Pub & Lounge | 9PM, Genre Blending Jammers, The String Cheese Incident Afterparty
July 25 @ The Goodfoot – Portland’s face-melting jam masters, Lost Ox, are throwing a late night afterparty following The String Cheese Incident’s Edgefield show.
Win Tickets ($54): Robert DeLong and Atlas Genius @ Mission Theater | Electronic, House, Dubstep
October 14 @ Mission Theater – On Playlist of Doom, Robert DeLong’s fourth full-length album, Robert embraces a sense of raw honesty that seeps through the cleverly-crafted lyrics.
Win Tickets ($80): Grammy Winners The Infamous Stringdusters / Molly Tuttle & Golden Highway (Night 2) @ Revolution Hall | Bluegrass
August 7 @ Revolution Hall – Inspired by self-reflection and a strong sense of solidarity, the project documents the Grammy Award-winning group’s remarkable growth as instrumentalists as well as songwriters.
Win Tickets ($50): Giacomo Turra & The Funky Minutes @ Mississippi Studios | w/ Phoebe Katis, Funk, R&B
Giacomo Turra plays Mississippi Studios on August 3 with special guest Phoebe Katis!
Win Tickets ($40): Brendan Abernathy @ Mission Theater | Folk, Indie
August 18 @ Mission Theater – Brendan Abernathy is known for his contemplative lyrics, memorable melodies, and a captivating live performance you will feel in your soul.
Win Tickets ($50): Grammy Nominee Danielle Nicole @ Mission Theater | New Orleans-flavored Blues
August 6 @ Mission Theater – Hailing from Kansas City, Missouri, Danielle Nicole has spent her life making music and pleasing fans, domestically and abroad.
Win Tickets ($50): Petty Theft @ Mission Theater | San Francisco Tribute to Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers
August 9 @ Mission Theater – At the forefront of classic and contemporary American Rock and Roll, you are sure to find Tom Petty and The Heartbreakers. If you love great songs and rock n’ roll music, you can’t possibly help but be a huge fan of Tom Petty’s musical catalogue and you will love PETTY THEFT!
Broadway in Bloom Summer Block Party in NE Portland | Free, Live Music w/ New Body Electric, Beer, Games, Vendors, Food
July 20 @ Broadway Grill & Brewery – will feature music by New Body Electric, food, beer, kids activities, vendors, and more.
Portland’s 2024 Cathedral Park Jazz Festival | Longest-running Free Jazz Festival West of the Mississippi
The free Cathedral Park Jazz Festival features local jazz, blues, soul, and Latin artists will take place in Cathedral Park under the historic St Johns Bridge in North Portland for the 44th year of the festival July 19-21.
Seattle Opera Presents Pagliacci @ McCaw Hall | Gritty Tale of Jealousy & Rage Featuring Iconic Aria “Vesti la giubba”
August 3-17 @ McCaw Hall – Known for the iconic aria “Vesti la giubba,” this classic Italian verismo (“slice of life”) opera opens Seattle Opera’s season with unmatched music and drama.
Summer Luau @ Club Privata | Pacific Northwest’s Premier Lifestyle Club, Drink Specials, Hawaiian Attire, Bikinis & More!
July 27 @ Club Privata – Get ready for one of our biggest and hottest summer party this season at our 3 day Privata Summer Luau!
2024 Astoria Open Studios Tour | Free, Featuring 50+ Artists, Family Friendly
July 29-30 – More than 50 artists will open their studios located throughout beautiful, historic Astoria.
Barrel Room Portland Features Dueling Pianos, Karaoke, Salsa, Wrestling & More in Old Town Portland
Distinguished as Oregon’s only Dueling Piano showbar, Barrel Room Portland has now expanded their offerings to encompass an array of captivating events.
Lan Su Chinese Garden Presents Nights of Hanfu Fashion | Showcasing Original Designs by Chinese and Chinese American Designers, Featuring Music by Nini
July 26-27 – Join Lan Su Chinese Garden for an unforgettable evening of celebration and re-imagination of Hanfu, traditional Chinese clothing.
Portland in the News: Portland Beaches; Lloyd Center Music Venue; Burnside Bridge Remodel & More! | July 11, 2024
It’s summer and the Willamette is now safe for water play!
A local music promoter is planning to build a new music venue at Lloyd Center.
And officials are asking the public to share thoughts on the Burnside Bridge replacement.
Great Columbia Crossing 2024 | 10K Run/Walk, See the Astoria-Megler Bridge from a Whole New Perspective
October 13 in Astoria – Whether you’re an experienced runner or looking for a family-friendly event, the Great Columbia Crossing 10k appeals to everyone.
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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