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ROSE FESTIVAL ROYAL ROSARIANS MILK CARTON BOAT RACE
June 22
A classic Rose Festival event and family-friendly community tradition dating back to 1973, the Milk Carton Boat Race is a spectacle you won’t want to miss. Children and adults race and show off their handmade, human-powered boats that float only employing recycled milk cartons and jugs. Creatively constructed watercraft will compete in nine categories, with one earning a place in history upon the coveted Best in Show Milk Can Trophy.
Admission is free, and the festivities occur at the historic Westmoreland Casting Pond in the Sellwood neighborhood of SE Portland. There is no cost to enter a boat to participate in the race.
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2025 TIGARD FESTIVAL OF BALLOONS
June 20–22
Summer is the perfect time for scenic activities like picnics, hikes, beach trips and maybe even hot-air balloon rides. In Oregon, you don’t have to travel far to see an impressive, picture-perfect display of your own. The Festival of Balloons in Tigard (a suburb 30 minutes southwest of downtown Portland by car) brings more than a dozen brightly colored, colossal hot-air balloons to the sky every June.
“There’s a huge adrenaline rush every time you inflate a balloon and every time you fly,” says Katie Griggs, a hot-air balloon pilot who participated in the 35th annual Festival of Balloons, flying a 75-foot [23 m] yellow goldfish. “It’s the greatest feeling.”
Want a taste of that exhilaration? The Festival of Balloons takes to the air every June.
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ZOO NIGHTS
June 20–Aug. 22
Nothing says summer in Portland like a warm evening outdoors with good food and live entertainment. On several evenings throughout the summer, the Oregon Zoo hosts Zoo Nights filled with local music, food carts, activities for all ages and the chance to get to know some of the animals active during twilight hours.
Zoo Nights occur from mid-June through mid-August, with live music on the lawn at 6:30 p.m. and activities from 5:30 p.m. Guests will also find tasty food and snacks — plus the ever-popular elephant ears and a selection of local beer and wine for adults.
Zoo Nights is a special event and is not included with regular daytime admission. Tickets must be purchased online in advance.
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OREGON RENNAISANCE FAIRE
June 7–29
Take part in the vibrant celebration of Renaissance Era Scotland in the enchanted Vale of Dunrose. From the thunderous clash of knights in thrilling jousts to the melodic strains of minstrels and the tantalizing aromas of legendary food purveyors, every moment is a feast for the senses. Wander through a bustling marketplace filled with artisan crafts, marvel at captivating performances across seven stages and immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and flavors of the Renaissance era. With activities, shows, and festivities for explorers of all ages, the Oregon Renaissance Faire is your gateway to adventure, ma
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EDGEFIELD BREWFEST
June 21
Join McMenamins for a brew-tiful weekend of fun on the Edgefield lawn to celebrate all things hoppy, malty, fruity and delicious. Raise a glass (or several) from a selection of over 100 of the Pacific Northwest’s finest craft beers and ciders, and cheers to a summer of vibrant fun. Bring chairs and blankets, family, friends, kids and even your dog for a wonderful treat of an afternoon with great brews and live music.
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JUNETEENTH PARADE AND FESTIVAL
June 21
Juneteenth Oregon celebrates the date in 1865 when Major General Gordon Granger read “General Order No. 3” in Galveston, Texas, declaring that all slaves were free. Juneteenth OR supports cultural diversity, which is important because communities, workplaces, and schools increasingly comprise various cultural and ethnic groups. Juneteenth encourages these communities to learn from each other to facilitate collaboration and cooperation.
he festival will have guest speakers, stage performers, live music entertainment, vendors, exhibits, and children’s activities.
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LATINO CULTURAL FESTIVAL
June 22
Get ready to immerse yourself in a vibrant celebration of Latin culture at the Annual Washington County Chamber — Unitus Community Credit Union Latino Cultural Festiva. This culturally rich event provides a platform for sharing information, connecting with the community, and promoting local businesses and non-profits to more than 10,000 attendees.
The festivities will kick off with a colorful parade featuring Hillsboro elementary students, talented dancers, and musicians. Experience a diverse lineup of entertainment that showcases renowned performers and local youth talent while indulging in the delicious flavors of Latin cuisine from various food vendors. The event also features cultural entertainment, a bustling art village, and an electrifying futsal tournament with over 200 players competing for glory. Join in an unforgettable celebration of Latin culture and community.
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PORTLAND BEER WEEK
June 13–22
In Beervana, suds are celebrated every waking and drinking hour — but Portland’s PDX Beer Week takes that adoration for beer to the next level. Every June, PDX Beer Week features limited-edition brews, a lineup of events, and beer specials at bars and brewpubs citywide, overflowing with so much hop fever that the “week” spills into ten full days of thirst-quenching fun.
Special events like pairings, brewer’s dinners, seminars, neighborhood pub crawls, tap takeovers, and much more keep the beer and the fun flowing every year. Portland restaurants even get in on the PDX Beer Week celebration, often offering special beer-inflected products at local eateries.
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PORTLAND ROSE FESTIVAL
May 23–June 22
Every year for more than a century, the City of Roses has celebrated excellence with the Portland Rose Festival Declared Portland’s official festival in 2010, the celebration includes more than 60 events, including parades, fleet week ships, carnival rides, art shows, fun runs and more, starting in late May and ending in mid-June.
The schedule is eventful and full of good times; just make sure you take a moment or to to smell the roses.
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PETTY FEVER
June 27
The award-winning tribute to Tom Petty salutes his amazing musical legacy.
Nothing says summer in Portland like a warm evening outdoors with good food and live entertainment. From June to August, the Oregon Zoo hosts Zoo Nights: evenings filled with local music, food carts, activities for all ages, and the chance to get to know some of the animals active during twilight hours
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BARENAKED LADIIES
June 26
After more than three decades as the lead singer and guitarist for Barenaked Ladies, Ed Robertson has a routine when it comes time to start writing songs for a new album. “I tend to get ideas while I’m driving up to my lake house,” he says. “I record voice memos along the way, and then I listen back and try to make sense of them and mix and match the various ideas I’ve come up with. On a typical drive, I’m happy if I get six or seven—eight ideas would be a good drive.
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OREGON MIDSUMMER FESTIVAL
June 27–28
Decorate the Midsummer pole and make flower crowns, watch live music and performers, indulge in Nordic summer delicacies, play games and make crafts, shop vendors, experience Vikings, and enjoy – this is Midsummer
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THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST
June 1–29
What’s in a name? For some people — everything. A new, exciting spin on an old classic, this adaptation of Oscar Wilde’s satire sparkles with wit and whimsy. To become the gentlemen they believe they’re meant to be, Jack and Algernon must live double lives. Country mice and city mice collide in this comedy that will woo you from the very start.
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MUSIC ON THE VILLAGE GREEN: THE BYLINES
June 19
A favorite of Geri and Tim, the Bylines are a Portland based band created by Reece Marshburn and Marianna Thielen who write and perform sophisticated, jazz-inspired, story-driven pop music. They tour the Northwest regularly as a duo, and put on theatrical shows with their full ensemble. They are alumni of the Johnny Mercer Songwriters Project and have played before Randy Newman.
Portland's The Bylines exists in a unique musical plane, one at once grounded in the big-band past of glamorous pop performances and rooted in a present realm of intricate and highly addictive songwriting. With a focus on grand live spectacle--a facet of music often lost in the digital age--the group is equally at home in velvet-curtained jazz halls, large rooms and intimate venues.
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JURASSIC WORLD BY BRICKMAN
Mar. 15–Sep. 31
Get ready for an immersive adventure like no other as Ryan ‘Brickman’ McNaught re-imagines Jurassic World, the blockbuster franchise from Universal Pictures and Amblin Entertainment, through 6 million LEGO bricks.
It features large-scale LEGO brick dinosaurs, props, scenes, and activities, as well as the newest Jurassic World by Brickman® dinosaur, made from over 100 thousand LEGO bricks, the Baryonyx. Walk through the iconic Jurassic World gates and relive the magic of beloved stories and characters from the Jurassic World franchise, as you embark on a thrilling journey across the Isla Nublar.
Get hands-on with LEGO brick paleontology, mystery mosaics, island-building, hybrid dinosaur creations, and much more. There will be 2.5 million LEGO bricks for you to show off your own building skills.
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Discover “random acts of findness” in Lincoln City, with —Finders Keepers. Over 3,000 glass treasures are hidden along the town’s seven miles of sandy beach, made by local artisans. If you find a float, it’s all yours. Let your treasure hunt begin. Discover glass treasures every day of the year from Roads End on the north to Siletz Bay on the south.
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WAITRESS
June 26–July 20
Grab a little slice of heaven with the Broadway hit musical, Waitress. With music and lyrics by Tony Award-nominee, Sara Bareilles, this pop musical tells the story of Jenna, a waitress and expert pie maker, stuck in a small town and a loveless marriage. When a baking contest in a nearby county offers her a chance at escape, Jenna fights to reclaim a long-forgotten part of herself. Through the support of her fellow waitresses and an unexpected romance, Jenna begins to find the courage to take an abandoned dream off the shelf. Waitress celebrates the power of friendship, dreams, motherhood, the family we choose, and the beauty of a well-baked pie
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PORTLAND SATURDAY MARKET
Mar. 1–Dec. 20
Combining the vibes of an art show, a live street concert and an open-air bazaar, the Portland Saturday Market has been a beloved Rose City tradition since 1974, earning it the “Oregon Heritage Tradition” title in 2024. In fact, the market is considered the largest continually operating arts-and-crafts fair in the United States, drawing up to one million visitors during its annual season.
On any given weekend from the beginning of March to the day before Christmas, shoppers can wend their way through the rows of tents of this large outdoor market featuring local makers, artisans, and chefs. A full sensory experience, the sights, and sounds will have shoppers and on-lookers tapping their heels to bluegrass pickers and jazz trios with weekly sets of local musicians performing for market-goers and passersby in Tom McCall Waterfront Park
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FARMERS MARKET AT PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY
Year-Round
The Portland Farmers Market at Portland State University will be open every Saturday, year-round. April through October hours are 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. November through March hours are 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Market at PSU is located in Downtown Portland in the South Park Blocks between SW College & Montgomery Streets.
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HOLLYWOOD FARMER'S MARKET
Year-Round
Year-round on Saturdays, the Hollywood Farmers Markets hosts 50+ vendors, bringing you the best of the region’s agricultural bounty.
In addition to amazingly fresh, local food, you’ll find live music, children’s activities, and fun events throughout the season.
- April through September, every Saturday 8 AM to 1 PM,
- October and November, every Saturday 9 AM to 1 PM,, and
- December through March: 9 AM to 1PM on the 1st and 3rd Saturdays of each month
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ST. JOHN'S BAZAAR AND PARADE
May 10
The St. Johns Bizarre is a uniquely crafted celebration that kicks off Portland's summer street fair season. Held annually on the second Saturday in May, the Bizarre brings music, crafts, and food to the crowds who traditionally attended the St. Johns Parade. After the parade, a portion of the business district in St. Johns is closed to traffic and filled with over 135 juried craft vendors, several stages for music, great food, and tons of games and activities.
It’s a fantastic community event with something for everyone.
The event is free.
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PORTLAND INDIGENOUS MARKETPLACE
Ongoing
Portland Indigenous Marketplace will host the Indigenous Marketplace. Over 30 vendors, food, art exhibits, and more will be present. A marketplace specifically for Indigenous/Black vendors, all the artists/entrepreneurs featured on Indigenous Marketplace have Indigenous/Black ancestry. Vendors sell their hand made and original. |
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