Events of the Week
14 hand-picked events for the week — a daytime and an evening pick for each day, chosen from everything on the PDX Events calendars. Also posted on Instagram.
Day · Free Community Music
A free community drum circle under the trees at The Shack at Sellwood Park. Bring your own percussion, a blanket, and your best rhythm — or just come to listen and soak up the summer vibes. All ages welcome.
The Shack at Sellwood Park · 11 AM · Free
Night · Free Community Swim
Portland Parks & Rec opens Creston Pool for free open-play swim on Monday evenings. Cool off in the water without spending a dime — Use our public resources. It helps them get funding going forward too!
Creston Pool · SE 44th & Powell · 6:30 PM · Free
Day · Budget Cinema
The beloved Portland movie house drops admission to $7 every Tuesday. Catch indie hits and Hollywood classics in a neighborhood theater with a bar and great programming. Most theaters do discounted tickets on Tuesday, check out the one closest to you!
Laurelhurst Theater · $7 films all day
Night · Film Festival
Portland's Festival of Cinema, Animation & Technology kicks off at OMSI with screenings, short films, and programming exploring the intersection of art, technology, and moving images. A local indie film event worth catching.
OMSI · 5:30 PM · tickets at pdxfestofcinema.com
Day · Free Artisan Market
Clay Commons brings local ceramicists to Director Park in the heart of downtown. Browse handmade cups, bowls, vases, and sculpture from the region's best potters. Free to attend — and a great chance to find your new favorite mug.
Director Park · 815 SW Park Ave · 11 AM · Free
Night · Community Hang
The Lloyd District's regular Wednesday evening hang — Live music, incredible sunsets, and great vibes. Bring some snacks or bevies and make it an evening.
Lloyd District · 5:30 PM
Day · Farm Day
Bella Organic's annual Sunflower Festival is in full swing on Sauvie Island — u-cut sunflowers by the armful, cow train rides, a full farm store, and wine and cider tasting. An easy 20-minute drive from Portland for a proper summer farm day.
Bella Organic · Sauvie Island · All Day
Night · Free Outdoor Concert
Portland Parks & Rec brings another free summer concert to Grant Park, featuring Ants Ants Ants. Pack a blanket and some snacks and settle in as the evening cools down — Kids' music inspired by the melodies of the 1970s, from The Beatles to Schoolhouse Rock.
Grant Park · NE 33rd Ave · 6:30 PM · Free
Day · Bike Culture
Portland's premier handbuilt bicycle showcase returns to Zidell Yards along the South Waterfront. Framebuilders and small manufacturers from across the country display one-of-a-kind road, mountain, and cargo bikes. Runs Fri–Sun. A must for bike nerds.
Zidell Yards · 3121 S Moody Ave · 9 AM–5 PM
Night · Free Underground Roller Disco
Portland's beloved weekly roller disco rotates to a new secret location each time — follow @secretrollerdisco for the Friday reveal. Free to skate, BYOS or rent a pair. Pure Portland weird in the very best way.
Secret location · 7 PM · Free
Day · Free Waterfront Spectacle
Decorated boats parade through North Portland Harbor celebrating community and summer on the water. Grab a spot along the shore at 1611 NE Marine Drive and wave from the bank as the flotilla rolls through. Free and family-friendly.
North Portland Harbor · 1611 NE Marine Dr · 11 AM · Free
Night · Free Outdoor Movie
Portland Parks & Rec's Summer Free for All screens Cool Runnings in Sewallcrest Park. The beloved underdog classic about Jamaica's Olympic bobsled team holds up completely. Bring a blanket, your neighbors, and maybe a winter hat for irony.
Sewallcrest Park · 7:30 PM · Free
Day · Free Street Fair
Hawthorne Boulevard transforms into a pedestrian festival of local vendors, food carts, live music, and neighborhood energy. One of Portland's most beloved summer street fairs — free, walkable, and the perfect way to close out the week.
Hawthorne Ave · Portland · 11 AM · Free
Night · Participatory Art Event
Speed painting competition at The High Water Mark in Portland. Watch as talented artists create beautiful or quirky pieces in a short time.
The High Water Mark · Portland · 7 PM
Want more? See everything happening this weekend or the full Portland events calendar.