News and notices

Multiple art installations and activations have emerged in plazas around Portland. This collaborative pilot program seeks to create partnerships with artists and bring art into these spaces, while highlighting neighborhood identities and creating opportunities for engagement and activity.

Check out our November issue of Portland's Public Street Life featuring: tours, event recaps, last call for plaza partner applications, and more!

Big things are happening on Portland’s streets this spring! In this edition of Portland Street Life, we’re highlighting an exciting new plaza, creative collaborations from community partners, and a full lineup of public events popping up across the city.

We’re shining a light quite literally on the ceremonial lighting of the new Great Light Way at Ankeny Alley. Take a look at the Streets of Possibility showcase, where presenters brought bold ideas for Portland's future. Plus, get the latest insights from the Portland in the Streets 2024 Report!

PBOT Street Plazas February 2025 Newsletter featuring information about the 10th annual Portland's Winter Light Festival and Portland in the Streets Play Street Program.

Happy New Year from the PBOT Public Street Plaza Team! Our first 2025 issue highlights the 2024 Annual Plaza Report, exciting Winter Light Festival happenings at the plazas, a new improvement to PSU's Montgomery Plaza, and upcoming events..

December's newsletter covers an amazing partnership with the Ankeny Alley Association and a highlight of 2024 in pictures.

This month, we’re highlighting some incredible happenings across Portland's plazas and beyond, from neighborhood celebrations at Concordia Commons to a powerful public art initiative bringing community together against gun violence.