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Get ready to have a blast. We’ve got an incredible wealth of fun things to do coming to Portland in the next few months. Check out these signature events hosted by amazing partners. Come back often for updates.
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Portland is hosting some great events in 2026.
Come join us and have some fun!
First Friday PDX | Ongoing
Located in Portland's vibrant East Side Arts District, the First Friday Art Walk takes place on the first Friday evening of every month, year-round. Offering a gateway into Portland's thriving arts culture, First Friday PDX includes more than 23 independent galleries, shops, and studios and a street exhibition from April to October. The self-guided tour is free and open to locals and visitors. Friday, June 5 | Friday, July 3 | Friday, Aug. 7 | Friday, Sept. 4
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Portland Bloom Tour | Director Park | May 21 - June 8
Portland is coming to life with the annual Bloom Tour, a stunning showcase of floral artistry and creativity! Experience breathtaking floral and art installations created by local florists and artists in collaboration with downtown retailers. Signature events include a botanical fashion show, a starry night wine walk, and an aerial dance performance. Explore the city, discover vibrant storefront displays, interactive floral creations, and immersive art, all designed to celebrate the beauty of spring and support Portland's small businesses.
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Portland Rose Festival | May 22 - June 6
The Rose Festival has inspired Portland to gather and celebrate for 119 years, demonstrating how our community can carry on traditions and celebrate unity. Join us for the CareOregon Grand Floral Starlight Parade, the Fred Meyer Junior Parade, the Queen's Coronation, CityFair and Fleet Week. Now and always, we welcome all Portlanders and visitors alike to celebrate our floral heritage and community spirit.
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White Lotus Summer Market | June 6 - 28, Saturdays and Sundays
Four weekends of food, culture, and community! Fubonn Shopping Center becomes a vibrant indoor and outdoor, open-air market featuring local vendors, cultural energy, and a dynamic community atmosphere, rooted in uplifting Asian American Pacific Islander-owned businesses and local entrepreneurs.
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Color Our City | Portland Art Museum | July 11, 2026
Help paint the plaza in front of the Portland Art Museum! Join the fun as we transform a stretch of Southwest Madison Street into a new pedestrian plaza filled with art. British-Nigerian artist Yinka Ilori, known for his colorful, "joy-led" design philosophy, has designed a monumental work of asphalt art to fill the street. Sign up for the painting party. No experience required.
Portland Pride Festival | July 18 - 19, 2026
The Pride Festival features a weekend fair at Tom McCall Waterfront Park and an epic, joyous parade winding through downtown Portland. With live music, food, drinks, nonprofit information booths and other vendors lining the Willamette River, the festival is a great place to gather, mingle, celebrate gay pride, and connect with local LGBTQIA+ groups.
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