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When What All Event Types Art & Design Beer Cannabis Comedy Conventions Cultural Communities Exhibition Festival Film Food & Drink For Kids Guided Tour Health & Wellness History LGBTQ+ Music Nightlife Outdoors Performing Arts Readings & Talks Science & Tech Shopping Sports Wine Keyword Free events only Find Events Editors' Event Picks Here are some of our recommended upcoming events in and around Portland. Editor's Pick Mar. 13–17, 2020 Kells Saint Patrick's Irish Festival Kells Irish Restaurant & Pub Varies Thousands of locals and visitors will celebrate their Irish heritage with live music, traditional Ir… Editor's Pick Festival Editor's Pick Mar. 16–22, 2020 The Portland Mercury's Highball Bars Citywide $5 per cocktail The Portland Mercury teams up with dozens of the finest bars and restaurants in Portland to bring yo… Editor's Pick Food & Drink Editor's Pick Mar. 20–May 3, 2020 Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm $5-$60 Colorful fields reminiscent of Holland burst with acres of tulips in full bloom at the Wooden Shoe T… Editor's Pick For Kids Editor's Pick Sunday, Mar. 22, 2020 6th Annual Baker's Dozen Coffee Beer & Doughnut Fest White Owl Social Club $35 The 6th Annual Baker’s Dozen melds three things Portland does best: coffee, beer, and doughnuts. E… Editor's Pick Beer, Festival, Food & Drink Spring in Portland Springtime in Portland bring plenty of showers and new growth, along with only-in-Portland activities and celebrations of beer, food, fiestas and flowers. Explore More Happening This Week Here are some of our recommended things to do this week in and around Portland. Editor's Pick Feb. 19–Mar. 15, 2020 Pipeline Portland Playhouse $25-$36 “In this 2017 drama by Dominique Morisseau, a MacArthur “genius grant” winner best-known for her… Editor's Pick Performing Arts Editor's Pick Mar. 6–15, 2020 Portland International Film Festival Multiple Venues Varies The Northwest Film Center is hosting its 43rd Portland International Film Festival March 6-15, 2020…. Editor's Pick Festival, Film Editor's Pick Thursday, Mar. 12, 2020 Portland Trail Blazers: Women in Sports Celebration Moda Center $29 and up Join Portland’s NBA team, the Portland Trail Blazers, at their annual Women in Sports Celebration as… Editor's Pick For Kids, Sports Editor's Pick Mar. 13–Apr. 12, 2020 August Wilson's Seven Guitars Interstate Firehouse Cultural Center Adults $38/Seniors $22/Students (high school and college) $22/Groups of ten or more $20 PassinArt A Theatre Company presents Seven Guitars by Pulitzer winning playwright August Wilson (194… Editor's Pick Performing Arts What Interests You? You'll discover events in Portland that are tailored to your tastes, no matter how eclectic. Arts Galleries, public art, events and avant-garde institutions fill Portland’s vibrant arts scene. Biking One of the best ways to explore the Rose City is on two wheels. Beer Portland is home to more breweries than any other city on earth. (No wonder we call it “Beervana!”) Cannabis Learn all about legal cannabis in Portland with our coverage of the dos, don’ts and more. Craft Spirits Powered by a collective of Southeast Portland spirit makers, Portland's craft distilling era is coming of age. Food From food carts to farmers markets and award-winning restaurants, Portland is a culinary haven for foodies of all stripes. Makers Portland is a hub for artists, entrepreneurs and creators alike, with community studios, warehouses and makerspaces that let you DIY your way around town. Music Portland’s musical offerings are diverse as the city itself, with options including indie rock, jazz, classical, pop and more. Nightlife Dance clubs, karaoke and comedy all come out at night in Portland — as do late happy hours, swanky bowling and other unexpected delights. Outdoors Portland is the perfect launchpad for outdoor activities and adventure. Sports From seeing a soccer match with the Timbers Army to rooting for Rip City and the Trail Blazers, Portland loves its sports. Wine With wine country in its backyard, Portland overflows with wine bars and urban wineries, offering special varietals from around the world. Weird Diverse dining options, gorgeous gardens and unexpected attractions make Portland one of a kind. Hosting an Event in Portland? Get it added to this calendar! Local events of interest to visitors are welcome. Submit an event Events by Season Portland is welcoming and lively year-round, with every season offering its own allures. Summer in Portland In the summertime, Portland pulls out all the stops, with festivals celebrating craft beer, music, contemporary art and the city’s culinary scene. Fall in Portland As the trees change color and the weather cools, Portland’s calendar fills with cultural, wine and autumnal events. Winter in Portland Portland's arts and culture scenes are in full swing during the long nights of winter, when the city comes to life with special activities events. Events by Month No matter what time of year you visit, there's always something fun to see and do in Portland. January Events From theater to roller derby, Portland kicks off the year with an eclectic assortment of events. February Events February is the perfect month to take in fine Portland food, film, music and more. March Events Shop, eat and cheer your way through the last of winter with these March events in Portland. April Events Spring in Portland brings festivals dedicated to wine, tulips and tunes. May Events From farmers' markets to fiestas, there's plenty to do in Portland in May. June Events Portland's "festival season" warms up every June with the Portland Rose Festival, Portland Pride Parade and Festival, plentiful outdoor concerts and celebrations of craft beer. July Events July in Portland is a busy time, with a variety of live music, beer fests and film events to take in. August Events Biking across bridges and cheering on soapbox racers are two of many great August events in Portland. September Events As summer winds down, Portland ups the ante with performance art, live music and dining events throughout September. October Events October events in Portland include a giant pumpkin race, "can't miss" film festival, corn m...