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ROSE FESTIVAL FLEET WEEK
June 4–8
Since 1907, visiting ships have made their way to Portland's waterfront. The City of Roses is known to be a favorite port of call for military (and non-military) visitors, as Portland's citizens thank them and make them feel welcome. The Portland Rose Festival is extremely fortunate to be one of a few U.S. Ports of Call for a courtesy visit from the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard, and Royal Canadian Navy. Their arrival commemorates a relationship with the Navy that has lasted more than 100 years and over 80 years of visiting Portland during the Rose Festival. It is a significant commitment by the Navy to make Rose Festival Fleet Week one of the premier Fleet Week events in the country.
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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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ROSE FESTIVAL CITYFAIR
May 23–June 8
Considered the "hub" of the annual Portland Rose Festival, At Rose Festival CityFair, you'll find your favorite fair features — carnival rides, fair foods, interactive exhibits, and constant entertainment — all nestled between the urban energy of the city and the natural beauty of the Willamette River.
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SPRING ROSE SHOW
June 5–6
The Portland Rose Society Annual Spring Rose Show is the nation's largest and longest-running rose show. This yearly show's exquisite beauty and fragrances emanate from more than 4,000 blooms. Entry is open to anyone, and all entrants are encouraged. Rose growers from across the Pacific Northwest participate, and some 6,000 spectators from across the country are expected to visit this year’s Spring Rose Show. Sparkling trophies go to those entrants who grow the most beautiful roses.
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CIRQUE DE SOLIEL: CRYSTAL
May 29–June 1
With seven jaw-dropping traditional circus acts, all thrillingly adapted for Cirque du Soleil’s first foray into a brand-new creative territory — the ice — CRYSTAL takes audiences on an unforgettable journey into the vivid and whimsical world of imagination.
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HOLI SPRING HARVEST FEST
May31
Join Topaz Farm for the 4th Annual Holi Spring Fest — a Bollywood and Bhangra dance party on the farm featuring DJ Anjali and The Incredible Kid. This spring harvest celebration is all about music, dancing, powder mischief, dance lessons, demonstrations and farm fun.
Enjoy Portland's Holi Festival, which features organic powder direct from India, made from flowers, seeds and vegetables. Expect to get messy because Holi is celebrated by throwing bright-colored powder on each other. Wearing white or old clothes is recommended.
In addition to food and produce from the farm, this year’s Holi Harvest Fest will feature more food and drink vendors than ever:
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BLUEGRASS IN THE GORGE
May 29-June 1
Imagine 4 days and 3 nights in the Columbia River Gorge filled with bluegrass instruction and jamming for guitar, banjo, mandolin, fiddle, and bass. Bluegrass in the Gorge is for bluegrass players who want to improve their instrumental skills and enjoy making music with others. If you love bluegrass and want to take your skills and enjoyment to the next level, this is the long weekend for you!
Dave Keenan has gathered a staff composed of incredible musicians who are also great teachers: Darol Anger, Hailey Pexton, Ethan Lawton, and Forrest Marowitz.
Menucha is a magical spot in the Columbia River Gorge. Late May/Early June is a beautiful time to be here. We've got comfy beds, great rooms, porches and patios on which to gather and make music and this bluegrass camp has a capacity of 50.
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ARSENIC AND OLD LACE
May 30–June 15
Meet Abby and Martha Brewster, two sweet little old ladies who open their home to lonely old men. They entertain their gentlemen callers and quietly serve them elderberry wine laced with poison. Their nephew, Mortimer, stumbles upon the truth and tries to keep the peace as the situation unravels.
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PORTLAND ARCHAEOLOGY ROADSHOW
May 31
Join the 13th annual Archaeology Roadshow in Portland. Taking the celebration of history and archaeology to East Portland's Gateway Discovery Park. Immerse yourself in the heritage of the region through pop-up exhibits and hands-on activities hosted by over 35 organizations, including Tribes, local museums, government agencies, private companies and universities. Discover hidden Portland stories, make a stone tool or a basket, or throw an ancient spear. Find out how to volunteer or chart a career in heritage — right here in the Pacific Northwest. To assist non-English speakers, there will be translators for Spanish and other languages.
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OREGON WINE MONTH
May 1-31
You can celebrate Willamette Valley wine all year round, but especially during Oregon Wine Month, when the entire state joins in commemoration of the beloved industry for the month of May, offering special activities and promotions for the enjoyment of Oregon wine.
There are all kinds of specials going on in honor of Oregon Wine Month. Find out what’s happening near you.
Taste new wines from your favorite labels, sample from the barrel with winemakers or savor specialty food pairings and live music. Enjoy a winery tour or vineyard picnic while sipping the region’s acclaimed pinot noir, pinot gris and other exciting wines.
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ASIAN HERITAGE MONTH
May 3-31
Join Lan Su to celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) Heritage Month. In partnership with more than 20 local cultural organizations, performers, and artists, explore the history, traditions, and arts that make up the rich cultural tapestry of AANHPI.
Lan Su highlights the stories, the culture, and the expressions of AANHPI communities. Enjoy a display of traditional outfits, cultural performances, vendors from local AANHPI communities, educational talks and demonstrations, and learn all about these different cultures and traditions. Everyone is invited to celebrate cultural diversity.
- May 3: Pay-at-Your-Will Admission Day — in partnership with Oregon Rises Above Hate
- May 3-31: Threading Together — a unique exhibit showcasing traditional AANHPI attire
- May 10, 17, 24 and 31: Cultural Immersion Saturdays — Each Saturday highlights a unique AANHPI cultures
- May 4, 18 and 25: Family Fun Sundays — Interactive games, crafts, and art for all ages of the family
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PORTLAND BRIDAL & WEDDING EXPO
June 1
Whether you envision a formal black-tie affair or a casual barefoot ceremony on the beach, the Portland Bridal and Wedding Expo’s carefully selected experts are ready to offer advice on creating timeless memories for your perfect wedding.
The Portland Bridal Show features a fantastic selection of wedding professionals ready to help you find the perfect gown, reception venue, invitations, photographer, music, menu, honeymoon destination, and much more.
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PETER & THE WOLF
June 1
Discover the instruments of the symphony through Prokofiev’s beloved children’s work Peter and the Wolf — the tale of a young boy who confronts a menacing wolf with the help of his animal friends. Experience the Oregon Symphony play the delightful score that cleverly introduces young audience members to the different musical instruments while the charming story is narrated live.
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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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HILLSBORO FILM FESTIVAL
May 30 - Jun 1
Gathering filmmakers, film lovers, and culture seekers of Hillsboro to celebrate the art of storytelling on the screen.
Amidst the thriving film community in the city, Hillsboro and its neighboring communities yearn for culturally enriching experiences in their own backyard. The Hillsboro Film Festival emerges as a solution to this desire, poised to not only satiate the local appetite for thought-provoking cinema but also act as a magnet, drawing artists and film enthusiasts from across the globe to immerse themselves in our community's unique essence.
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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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