A round up of what’s going on in Portland this week including festivals, concerts, comedy, trivia, happy hours, movies, & more!
Win Tickets ($60): Matt Andersen @ Mission Theater | w/ Adam Baldwin
November 3 @ Mission Theater – When Matt Andersen steps on stage, he brings a lifetime of music to every note he plays.
Win Tickets ($70): Comedy w/ Phoebe Robinson @ Revolution Hall | HBO, Author, Actress & Publisher
November 3 @ Revolution Hall – Phoebe Robinson is a standup comedian, best-selling author, producer, actress, and publisher.
Win Tickets ($80): Kishi Bashi Presents His Song Film: Omoiyari @ Revolution Hall | Acclaimed Japanese American Musician, Indie Rock
November 6 @ Revolution Hall – In “A Song Film by Kishi Bashi: “Omoiyari” acclaimed Japanese American musician Kishi Bashi embarks on a transformative journey to confront his heritage and reconcile the painful history of Japanese American incarceration during World War II.
Win Tickets ($24): Object Heavy @ The Goodfoot Pub & Lounge | Hard Hitting Soul Sensation
October 26 @ Goodfoot Pub & Lounge – Object Heavy is Humboldt County’s hard hitting soul sensation.
Win Tickets ($50): Marc Broussard @ Aladdin Theater | w/ Field Guide, Soul, R&B, Blues
November 4 @ Aladdin Theater – Long hailed as a powerhouse vocalist and king of Bayou Soul, Marc Broussard is altering his iconic recipe of classic soul, R&B, & blues with the help of renowned blues rock guitarist Joe Bonamassa, on his new album S.O.S. 4: Blues For Your Soul.
Win Tickets ($40): Stop Light Observations, Little Bird @ Mission Theater | Rock, Pop, Indie
Stop Light Observations is a dynamic five-piece hailing from Charleston, South Carolina. Their sound is a unique blend of rock, pop, and indie, infused with electronic beats and soulful vocals. See them November 7 at Mission Theater.
2023 West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta in Tualatin | Free, Pumpkin Weigh Off, Fun Run & More!
October 22 in Tualatin – This weekend, visitors can watch people race across Tualatin’s Lake of the Commons in giant pumpkins at West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta!
Win Tickets ($20): Snack, Fox Walker @ The Goodfoot Pub & Lounge | 9-Piece Funk Extravaganza
October 21 @ Goodfoot Pub & Lounge – Snack is a tasty 9-piece funk extravaganza determined to make you dance all night!
Win VIP Passes ($90): Halloween Vegan Night Market @ The Redd in SE Portland | Costume Contest, Trick or Treating, Potion Station, Photo Booth, Raffle & More!
October 28 @ The Redd – Come get spooky with us at the LARGEST VEGAN FESTIVAL in the PNW!
With Love, From PDX Holiday Wreath Workshop | Materials Provided, All Skill Levels, Design Support, Snacks & Drink
Join With Love, From PDX for a fun-filled afternoon of wreath making at our in-person Holiday Wreath Workshop on November 9.
2023 Art in the Burbs @ Tigard High School | Featuring Regional Artists, Support the Arts, Holiday Gift Ideas
October 28-29 @ Tigard High School – Start your gift buying early with the help of regional artists! 20% of sales will support the arts in the Tigard-Tualatin School District!
2023 White Eagle Halloween Weekend | 80s Cover Band My Siamese Twin, New Wave Dance Party
Celebrate spooky season at White Eagle Saloon with 80s cover band My Siamese Twin & their New Wave Dance Party.
UnderBar’s Spooktacular Drag Show in Vancouver | Spooky Drag Fun Hosted By Savannah O Bennington.
Ocobter 21 @ UnderBar – A Night of Spooky Drag Fun! Hosted By Savannah O Bennington.
The Reformers Present /SLASH/ @ Movie Madness | Immersive Homage to 80s Slasher Films
October 13-14, 20-21 @ Hollywood Movie Madness – With over a decade of original works, The Reformers return to the season of scares with their newest production /SLASH/, an homage to 80’s cult slasher films.
Portland in the News: Tax Kicker Coming in 2024; Thorns in Playoffs; and WNBA Team for Portland? | October 12, 2023
Portland Thorns have a playoff spot.
There’s a possibility the WNBA could add an expansion team to Portland.
And don’t miss these tips, tricks & trivia about Portland’s music venues.
Around the World in 82 Dishes 5K @ Springwater Cart Park | Dining Passport, Prizes, Discounts
Discover a world of flavor during this year’s Around the World in 82 Dishes event, kicking off Saturday October 21st with a fun run 5k at Springwater Cart Park.
Win Tickets ($90): Experience Theatre Project Presents MISERY @ Beaverton Masonic Lodge | Immersive Theater, Portland 2023 Halloween Event
September 29-October 28 @ Beaverton Masonic Lodge – Experience Theatre Project presents a spine-tingling, immersive performance of “Misery” adopted by William Goldman for live theatre.
Win Tickets ($128): Portland Erotic Ball Sexy Halloween Party @ Crystal Ballroom | Costume Contest, Featuring DJ OG ONE, Hosted By Sasha Scarlett, Aerialists, Burlesque & More!
October 28 @ Crystal Ballroom – Hosted by Emmy-nominee, Sasha Scarlett, the 24th annual Erotic Ball will feature the band, Soul Vaccination, DJ OG One (the official DJ of the NBA’s Portland Trailblazers) and the PNWs richest cash + prize Costume Contest.
Win Tickets ($60): Deer Tick @ Aladdin Theater | Alternative Rock, w/ Abby Hamilton
November 1 @ Aladdin Theater – Beloved folk rock four-piece Deer Tick plays Aladdin Theater on November 1st, with special guest Abby Hamilton!
Win Tickets ($60): Magic City Hippies @ Crystal Ballroom | Poolside Grooves & Sunkissed Melodies
February 18 @ Crystal Ballroom – Embracing everything from AM radio rock and poolside pop to nimble raps and salsa, Magic City Hippies lock into an era-less vibe with no shortage of psychedelic funk or hooks.
Win Tickets ($60): Brandy Clark @ Aladdin Theater | w/ SistaStrings, Country Singer/Songwriter
October 30 @ Aladdin Theater – Clark is one of her generation’s most respected songwriters and musicians.
Win Tickets ($60): The Lil Smokies & Town Mountain @ Aladdin Theater | Bluegrass, w/ Two Runner
October 26 @ Aladdin Theater – Blending virtuosic instrumental acrobatics with riveting lyrical craftsmanship, The Lil Smokies have earned a reputation as one of the most electrifying acts in modern American roots music.
AWOL Dance Presents Glass Shadows @ Alberta Rose Theatre | Featuring Original Score and Live Performance by Eastghost
October 20-21 @ Alberta Rose Theatre – Glass Shadows is a powerful collective of aerial dancers twist and turn through this story while surrounded by a stunning visual and encompassing soundscape.
Win Tickets ($40): La Doña @ Mission Theater | Reggaeton, Cumbia, Hip Hop
November 17 @ Mission Theater – La Doña combines her deep roots in Latin folk traditions like corridos and rumba with the propulsive modern sounds of reggaeton, cumbia, and hip hop.
Win Tickets ($78): The Motet + Too Many Zooz @ Crystal Ballroom | Funk, Soul, Jazz, Rock
December 29 @ Crystal Ballroom – Formed over two decades ago, the funk six-piece The Motet have learned to work as an interlocking unit, with each member bolstering one another towards the best creative output.
Portland’s Lents Free 2023 Halloween Trick or Treat & Party @ Zed Food Hall | Costume Contest, Family Friendly, Games, Dancing, Prizes
The merchants at SE 92nd Avenue and Foster Road in Lent’s Neighborhood of SE Portland celebrate with a fun, FREE ADMISSION, Family-Friendly Trick or Treat and Halloween Party on October 31 at The ZED.
Win Tickets ($64): Rising Appalachia @ Crystal Ballroom | Southern Roots, w/ Lily Henley
November 5 @ Crystal Ballroom – As world travelers for nearly two decades, Rising Appalachia have merged multiple global music influences with their own southern roots to create the inviting new folk album, Leylines.
Halloween Hotties Party @ The ZED | $500+ Cash Prize Costume Contest, Burlesque, Hosted by Sasha Scarlett
Producers of the Portland Erotic Ball bring a fun, eastside party to Zed Pavilion on Halloween Night.
McMenamins Celebrates 2023 Halloween @ Portland’s Kennedy School & Edgefield | Jack-O-Lantern Jamboree, Costume Contest, Pet Costume Contest, Trick or Treating, Free Dance Party
Looking to liven up your Halloween plans? McMenamins has you covered with a variety of events at both Edgefield and Kennedy School.
2023 Latin Halloween Party @ Todo in SE Portland | Free, Dancing, Featuring DJ Antonio & DJ Panaflex, Salsa, Bachata & More!
October 28 @ Todo – At Latin Halloween Party, enjoy great music, dances, friends and atmosphere in Portland’s new favorite spot for Latin dance!
Sellwood Community House 2023 Halloween Spooktacular | Ukulele Revival Klub, Carnival Games, Bake Sale, Chili, Drinks & more!
October 28 @ Sellwood Community House – Sellwood’s favorite Halloween festival returns, with tricks and treats for all!
Portland in the News: Louie Louie Marathon; World’s Largest Charcuterie Board; Keller’s Carfree Plaza | October 5, 2023
City Council approved plans this week to renovate Keller Auditorium that includes a new pedestrian plaza by Keller Fountain.
This weekend, AFRU Gallery is hosting a 24-hour marathon concert featuring 70 performers playing “Louie Louie.”
And Portland Fruit Tree Project is going to attempt to break the record for the world’s largest charcuterie board.
Freckles for Friday the 13th @ Rose and Dagger Tattoo | 50% Off Cosmetic Tattoo Freckles
October 13 @ Rose and Dagger Tattoo – Save 50% off on cosmetic tattoo freckles on Friday the 13th.
Win Tickets ($80): Fred Armisen’s Comedy for Musicians But Everyone Is Welcome @ Crystal Ballroom | w/ Musical Guest Def Rain
Crystal Ballroom presents Fred Armisen’s Comedy for Musicians But Everyone Is Welcome on December 15.
Portland Spirit Presents Rockin’ w/ Remedy on the River Live Music Cruise | 70s, 80, 90s
October 13 @ Portland Spirit – Embrace the thrill of Friday the 13th as you defy superstition and immerse yourself in an afternoon of good spirit, live music and scenic beauty on the Willamette River.
Win Tickets ($24): Bearly Dead @ The Goodfoot Pub & Lounge | High Energy Grateful Dead Tribute From Massachusetts
October 12 @ Goodfoot Pub & Lounge – Bearly Dead is a high-energy tribute to the Grateful Dead and all of its members throughout the years.
THIS WEEK in Portland: Festivals, Music, Comedy, Trivia, Theater, Happy Hours, & More!
| Today
New Portland Jobs: A to Z Wineworks, Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue, Bulk Bookstore & More
| Jobs
This Is An Awesome Comedy Show @ Show Bar at Revolution Hall | Featuring Sean Jordan and Kyle Kinane
| Comedy, SE Portland
Win Tickets ($38): Forest Pub: Drag as a Doorway to the Forest @ Mission Theater | An Evening of Drag, Dialogue, and Connection with Nature
| events, LGBTQ, NW Portland
ForestFest: Free Day at the Discovery Museum @ World Forestry Center | Hiking, Live Music, Storytelling, and More!
| Active Lifestlye, All Ages, Books, events, music, NW Portland
Watch Portland Fire @ The High Dive | Happy Hour, Service Industry Discounts
| events, Food & Drink, Portland Fire, SE Portland, sports
Scooped Ice Cream Festival @ Esther Short Park in Vancouver, WA | 50+ Flavors of All You Can Eat Ice Cream
| Food & Drink
Chamber Music Northwest presents CONFLUENCE: Our Shared Voices 2026 Summer Festival | 70 of the world and our region’s finest chamber musicians!
| music
TeaFestPDX @ World Forestry Center | A Celebration of Tea Culture
| events, Food & Drink
St. Helens Independence Day Celebration 2026 @ Columbia View Park | Music, Food, and Activities for All Ages
| All Ages, events, Free
Win Tickets ($160): 2027 Portland Folk Festival @ Crystal Ballroom | 30+ Local & National Artists
| music
Win Tickets ($86): McMenamins Presents Madison Ryann Ward @ Mission Theater | Contemporary Christian, Pop + R&B
| music
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