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See art and meet the creators in intimate settings at the Mt. Tabor Art Walk in May.

The annual event showcases high-quality visual art at...

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McMenamins hosts its annual festival for believers and skeptics alike. Head to the 26th annual UFO Fest this May.

The festival is inspired by the 1950 UFO...

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Connect with your community and support regional artists, studios, workshops, and galleries at the Cascadia Fine Arts Festival in downtown...

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Every year, Portland Bureau of Transportation opens Portland streets to a special kind of traffic during Sunday Parkways.

This summer program lets bikers, walkers and rollers stroll...

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Never Miss Out on Frugal Fun in Portland

There are so many ways you can participate in fun activities in Portland without breaking your budget. Use this list of free and cheap...

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There’s something for every mom in this list of free and cheap Mother’s Day events in and around Portland.

The best part is no one has to spend a bunch of money to...

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It’s strawberry season at Burgerville! Here’s how you can get a free strawberry shortcake for moms.

Burgerville is known for its locally...

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Fill your home with a beautiful bouquet you built yourself from local flowers. Peonies are in bloom at Columbia Farms.

This Sauvie Island farm is one of the...

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Looking for something a little spooky, a little silly and completely Portland? Sunday Scaries Comedy Show is the perfect blend of paranormal tales...

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Want to attend a flea market that’s completely free? Get rid of unused items and find something new to you at the Really...

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Get ready for a dynamite lineup of musicians, artisans, makers, creators, food vendors and community groups at the St. Johns Bizarre.

Now in its 17th...

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Since 1954, families have been making memories at Willamette Valley’s original family destination experience: Molalla Train Park. Nestled on a...

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Celebrate World Forestry Center’s 60th anniversary during 2026 free admission days.

We love our forests in Oregon. The World Forestry...

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Update your wardrobe at this free community clothing exchange.

The North Portland Free Clothing Exchange was started by a...

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The Oregon Coast is known for its rugged beauty. The lowest tide days make a trip to the coast even more magical.

These tidal vents reveal hidden wonders...

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Looking to freshen up your yard or garden this spring? Stock up for the growing season at the Camas Plant and Garden Fair.

This annual community...

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The Oregon Ice Cream Trail makes your pursuit of a tasty frozen treat easy no matter where you are in the state.

Oregon’s diverse weather doesn’t deter...

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Every month, The Clackamas Bookshelf brings fellow bibliophiles together for a 50-Cent Book Sale. Here’s your chance to stock up on...

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Stop and smell the roses at these four Portland rose gardens.

Portland is the Rose City, so it is only natural that rose gardens are one of the main attractions. Rose gardens have...

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Explore local artists at the First Thursday Street Gallery in the Pearl District.

The event is hosted by Urban Art Network, a Portland nonprofit...

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Enjoy an afternoon of community fun at the St. Johns Parade this May.

Since 1963, the parade has been a tradition in the North Portland. ...

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Take a scenic trip through Clark County on the Chelatchie Prairie Railroad Mother’s Day Ride.

A 1941 diesel locomotive transports...

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If you’ve ever been curious about fly fishing but didn’t know where to start, attend an upcoming free fly fishing workshop.

Led by fisheries biologist Anna...

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Tell those April showers to dry up and those May flowers to hang on for a sec: there’s a new show of The Tesla City Stories...

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Go By Bike Day at Oaks Park invites locals to trade four wheels for two and experience a day packed with fun, connection and classic amusement park thrills.

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Calling all book lovers, media collectors, and bargain hunters! The Spring Book and Media Sale at Beaverton City Library is just around the...

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Take a self-guided tour of local creations using the PDX Sidewalk Joy Map. This map showcases fun, interactive neighborhood galleries, exchanges and...

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Every spring, the Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens hosts Lilac Days to celebrate the beauty blooms and legacy of a plant pioneer. The annual event takes...

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The Planetarium Sky Theater at Mt. Hood Community College welcomes visitors into a world of cosmic wonders and astronomical marvels.

The planetarium recently...

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Love crafting? Visit SCRAP PDX for an upcoming crafternoon.

SCRAP Creative Reuse Portland is a nonprofit that inspires creative reuse and environmental...

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By Marie Sherlock

The idea of a meal shared al fresco in a lovely natural setting has been around for a very long time—perhaps since Adam and Eve and that apple. So while picnics...

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If you’re looking for a fun way to celebrate Mom while enjoying nature, attend the Mother’s Day Birding and Wildflower Festival at Silver Falls State...

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Join a joyful celebration for the whole family during Children’s Day at Gresham Japanese Garden.

This year, Children’s Day at the Gresham...

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Are you ready for an unforgettable night filled with music, laughter and interactive excitement? Look no further than the sensational Portland dueling...

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Free First Thursdays at Portland Art Museum are taking place throughout 2026.

Located in the heart of downtown, Portland Art Museum is...

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Listen and learn from Indigenous educators in the culturally rich Tryon Creek State Natural Area during Indigenous Culture Day.

Located in...

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Get rid of unused items and find something new to you at the Really Really Free Market in Portland.

This monthly event invites the community...

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Looking for a fun and creative way to celebrate Sunday? Build your very own LEGO Star Wars N-1 Starfighter.

While you’re at it, get LEGO magazine for free....

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Let your imagination run wild at Portland’s premier public LEGO event this weekend.

The Oregon Convention Center is transforming into a LEGO...

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Celebrate Portland’s new holiday in the heart of downtown.

503 Day Block Party, named after the city’s area code, is a festive way to show love for our...

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Bank of America’s Museums On Us program lets customers visit Portland museums for free the first full weekend of the month.

Hundreds of...

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Enjoy a weekend of discovery, inspiration and fun at the annual Spring Garden Fair.

The spring event, hosted by the Clackamas County Master Gardener...

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Looking for something joyful, free and full of community fun? Tabor Dance hosts a sunset dance series at locations across Portland.

These community dances...

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Take a free guided tour of Portland’s museum of trees. Hoyt Arboretum has multiple opportunities to learn about the unique...

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Photo by Erik Mclean

Free Comic Book Day is taking place in May and several Portland-area stores are participating in the annual event.

Every year, participating shops across North...

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Calling all secondhand enthusiasts! Attend multiple estate sales under one roof at PDX Estate Marketplace events.

The events are hosted by PDX Estate Services, a local company that...

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There is always something to do in Portland. Yet, not all events in the Rose City come with a cheap price tag. If you’re looking to have a great time without breaking the budget,...

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Are you an avid gardener or someone looking to cultivate your green thumb? Organizations throughout Portland offer unique and community-centric resources:...

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The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, better known as OMSI, is one of the nation’s leading science centers and we’re lucky to have it right here in Portland. OMSI...

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