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Whether dance parties, markets, game nights, or more, Plazas host a wide range of community events. This page is updated monthly so check back regularly to find fun events near you!
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Upcoming Plaza Partner Events
Plazas host community events year round. Need help finding them? Check out the Plaza Directory. Events are also frequently posted on the PBOT Instagram page.
Friday, February 7th
- Analogue Dreams at Ankeny Alley, 6-10pm: Analogue Dreams presented by The Actual Portland is a showcase of improvised electronic music and soundscapes created live through digital and analogue sound creation methods. The live performances will tie into the integrated art in the alley for a cohesive and immersive experience.
Saturday, February 8th
- The Mochipet Catbus & Friends Block Party at Ankeny Alley, 3-10pm: With over 10 DJs and a bus straight out of My Neighbor Totoro, join Mochipet and friends for an unforgettable block party of bouncy beats at Ankeny Alley.
- LED Drag at the Cart Blocks, 7-8pm: The LED Drag show is back for its 3rd annual show produced by Rose City Drag and hosted by the very talented drag queen Sequin McQueen. Come watch a selection of Portland’s brightest queens perform at the Cart Blocks. Food carts will be open for those who come hungry.
Tuesday, February 11th
- Play DJ Pop-Up: Haute Toddy at Montavilla Plaza, 6-8pm: Come out and dance to the tunes of talented local DJs! Hosted by 2025th Street, their illuminated pop-up DJ truck is sure to delight.
Wednesday, February 12th
- Play DJ Pop-Up: Tom Kay at Ankeny Alley, 6-8pm: Come out and dance to the tunes of talented local DJs! Hosted by 2025th Street, their illuminated pop-up DJ truck is sure to delight.
Friday, February 14th
- Sync Up Takeover at Ankeny Alley, 6-10pm: The Sync Up Collective of electronic audio and visual artists will be taking over the plaza for a night of their block rockin’ beats - inviting one and all to come shake their bodies and move their feet while they enjoy the greater installations in the alley and downtown area.
- Play DJ Pop-Up: Shy Hulud at St Johns Plaza, 6-8pm: Come out and dance to the tunes of talented local DJs! Hosted by 2025th Street, their illuminated pop-up DJ truck is sure to delight.
Saturday, February 15th
- The Mochipet Catbus & Friends Block Party at Ankeny Alley, 3-10pm: With over 10 DJs and a bus straight out of My Neighbor Totoro, join Mochipet and friends for an unforgettable block party of bouncy beats at Ankeny Alley.
- LED Drag at the Cart Blocks, 7-8pm: The LED Drag show is back for its 3rd annual show produced by Rose City Drag and hosted by the very talented drag queen Sequin McQueen. Come watch a selection of Portland’s brightest queens perform at the Cart Blocks. Food carts will be open for those who come hungry.
Saturday, March 22nd
- Concordia Garden Fair at The Concordia Commons, 10am-12pm: Join the Friends of the Commons for seed swapping, skill shares, and more at the commons.
Want to Throw an Event in a Plaza?
The Small Plaza Activation process is intended to remove barriers for small-scale neighborhood-based activities that build social and community connections in PBOT plazas. If you have an idea for how you would like to use the space to get to know your neighbors, we would love to hear about it! Check out our Small Plaza Activation page for more info! Best of all, hosting an event is 100% FREE!