Portland Your local guide to the best of what's affordable in Portland, Oregon. Sat, 18 Jul 2026 17:38:43 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 59850667 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/food-events-cedar-creek-grist-mill/ Food Events at Cedar Creek Grist Mill https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/924058241/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/924058241/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Fri, 17 Jul 2026 19:38:18 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=151227 Nestled along the banks of Cedar Creek in Woodland, Washington, the Cedar Creek Grist Mill opens its doors every Saturday for visitors who want a trip back in time. Make the drive to...

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Nestled along the banks of Cedar Creek in Woodland, Washington, the Cedar Creek Grist Mill opens its doors every Saturday for visitors who want a trip back in time. Make the drive to...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/924058241/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 1 151227 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/dominos-brings-back-best-deal-ever-with-any-pizza-any-toppings-for-9-99-now-includes-stuffed-crust/ Domino’s brings back Best Deal Ever with any pizza, any toppings for $9.99 https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960777593/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960777593/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Fri, 17 Jul 2026 18:43:16 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/dominos-brings-back-best-deal-ever-with-any-pizza-any-toppings-for-9-99-now-includes-stuffed-crust/ It’s time for a pizza party! Everyone loves pizza. That’s why it’s always the perfect choice for any meal (including left over pizza for breakfast!), group gathering, workplace...

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]]> It’s time for a pizza party! Everyone loves pizza. That’s why it’s always the perfect choice for any meal (including left over pizza for breakfast!), group gathering, workplace...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960777593/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 158461 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/panera-bread-offers-big-savings-with-new-4-99-mix-match-value-menu/ Panera Bread offers big savings with new $4.99 Mix & Match Value Menu https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960422678/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960422678/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Fri, 17 Jul 2026 17:43:37 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/panera-bread-offers-big-savings-with-new-4-99-mix-match-value-menu/ Bargain hunters know it costs lots of dough to dine at Panera Bread! The restaurant may be known for its delicious soups, salads and sandwiches, but they’re not known for offering...

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]]> Bargain hunters know it costs lots of dough to dine at Panera Bread! The restaurant may be known for its delicious soups, salads and sandwiches, but they’re not known for offering...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960422678/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 158514 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/summer-of-slushies/ Summer of Slushies: Sip on $10 Specialty Slushies https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/703041894/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/703041894/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Fri, 17 Jul 2026 16:00:24 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=128158 Sip on boozy, frozen, specialty treats during Summer of Slushies.  Keep your cool during Portland Mercury’s annual beverage event. This year, more than 25 of...

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Sip on boozy, frozen, specialty treats during Summer of Slushies.

Keep your cool during Portland Mercury’s annual beverage event. This year, more than 25 of...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/703041894/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 5 128158 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/get-free-health-screenings-affordable-immunizations-and-more-at-walmart/ Get free health screenings, affordable immunizations and more at Walmart https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960776345/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960776345/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:22:55 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=158591 Savvy savers are well-skilled at calculating the numbers for maximum savings at the checkout stand. However, it’s equally important to know the numbers when it comes to monitoring...

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]]> Savvy savers are well-skilled at calculating the numbers for maximum savings at the checkout stand. However, it’s equally important to know the numbers when it comes to monitoring...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960776345/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 158591 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/carls-jr-celebrates-85th-birthday-with-double-cheeseburger-for-just-85-cents/ Carl’s Jr. celebrates 85th birthday with Double Cheeseburger for just 85 cents https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960776348/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960776348/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:22:21 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=158584 Happy 85th Birthday, Carl’s Jr! (Can you fit 85 candles on a cheeseburger?) And Carl’s Jr. is celebrating the big birthday by discounting one its most popular burgers for four days...

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]]> Happy 85th Birthday, Carl’s Jr! (Can you fit 85 candles on a cheeseburger?) And Carl’s Jr. is celebrating the big birthday by discounting one its most popular burgers for four days...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960776348/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 158584 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/frosty-deal-wendys/ Classic Frosty for $1 at Wendy’s this summer https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960776351/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960776351/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Fri, 17 Jul 2026 13:22:19 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=158581 Hey, Frosty fans! Chill out this summer and take a break from all the heat with the iconic treat. And it’s even sweeter when you can enjoy it at a bargain price (especially...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960776351/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 158581 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/portland-saturday-market/ 2026 Portland Saturday Market https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/684155577/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/684155577/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Thu, 16 Jul 2026 18:59:09 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=125330 Explore local arts, crafts, food and performers at Portland Saturday Market.  The popular downtown market is back featuring more than 100 booths filled with handcrafted goods. In...

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Explore local arts, crafts, food and performers at Portland Saturday Market.

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/684155577/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 7 125330 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/free-cheap-events-this-weekend/ What to Do in Portland This Weekend https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/516716528/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/516716528/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:55:39 +0000 http://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=58127 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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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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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/516716528/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 6 58127 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/gresham-arts-festival/ 2026 Gresham Arts Festival https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/754192748/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/754192748/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Thu, 16 Jul 2026 17:04:11 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=135414 Meet, browse and shop from a select group of juried Pacific Northwest artisans at the Gresham Arts Festival. Experience art in the heart of the city. This free, family-friendly event...

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Meet, browse and shop from a select group of juried Pacific Northwest artisans at the Gresham Arts Festival.

Experience art in the heart of the city....

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/754192748/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 135414 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/willamette-shore-trolley/ Ride the Willamette Shore Trolley https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/741270026/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/741270026/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Thu, 16 Jul 2026 16:10:31 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=134407 Take a scenic ride aboard the vintage Willamette Shore Trolley in Lake Oswego and Portland. During your ride, you’ll travel along a historic rail line dating back to the late...

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Take a scenic ride aboard the vintage Willamette Shore Trolley in Lake Oswego and Portland.

During your ride, you’ll travel along a...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/741270026/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 9 134407 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/chipotle-gives-away-1-million-in-free-burritos-during-fifa-world-cup-finals/ Chipotle gives away $1 million in free burritos during FIFA World Cup Finals https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960576572/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960576572/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Thu, 16 Jul 2026 15:34:57 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/chipotle-gives-away-1-million-in-free-burritos-during-fifa-world-cup-finals/ Water cup, please? Chipotle is turning one of soccer’s newest matchday traditions into a $1 million burrito giveaway inspired by the long-running social conversation surrounding the...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960576572/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 158562 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/portlands-national-ice-cream-day-deals/ National Ice Cream Day Deals https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/557298024/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/557298024/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Thu, 16 Jul 2026 14:45:47 +0000 http://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=59530 Get the inside scoop on National Ice Cream Day. Celebrate with a sweet deal on an equally sweet treat this weekend. There are many scoops for you to score on National Ice Cream Day,...

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Get the inside scoop on National Ice Cream Day.

Celebrate with a sweet deal on an equally sweet treat this weekend. There are many scoops for you to score on National Ice Cream Day,...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/557298024/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 59530 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/shakespeare-portland-parks/ Free Shakespeare in Portland Parks https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/745020032/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/745020032/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Wed, 15 Jul 2026 21:02:48 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=134792 Watch free Shakespeare performances in Portland Parks during OPS Fest this summer.  Original Practice Shakespeare Festival is celebrating its 18th season with 22 plays at 11 parks...

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Watch free Shakespeare performances in Portland Parks during OPS Fest this summer.

Original Practice Shakespeare Festival is celebrating its 18th season with...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/745020032/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 2 134792 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/cathedral-park-jazz-festival/ 2026 Cathedral Park Jazz Festival https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/604472296/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/604472296/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Wed, 15 Jul 2026 21:00:02 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=113679 The annual Cathedral Park Jazz Festival is Portland’s best free concert of the summer. This three-day event features the region’s most talented Jazz and Blues musicians...

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The annual Cathedral Park Jazz Festival is Portland’s best free concert of the summer.

This three-day event features the region’s...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/604472296/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 22 113679 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/molalla-train-park/ Molalla Train Park: Go for a Free Miniature Railway Ride https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/882290393/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/882290393/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Wed, 15 Jul 2026 19:00:10 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=141135 Since 1954, families have been making memories at Willamette Valley’s original family destination experience: Molalla Train Park. Nestled on a picturesque four-acre property in...

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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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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/882290393/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 6 141135 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/north-portland-free-clothing-exchange/ North Portland Free Clothing Exchange https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/686784020/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/686784020/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:00:00 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=125661 Update your wardrobe at this free community clothing exchange. The North Portland Free Clothing Exchange was started by a group of friends who were looking for a way to pass along...

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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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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/686784020/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 6 125661 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/sherwood-robin-hood-festival/ Sherwood Robin Hood Festival https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/702830162/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/702830162/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Wed, 15 Jul 2026 17:30:34 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=128126 For more than 70 years, Sherwood, Oregon, has celebrated the annual Sherwood Robin Hood Festival.  Take a short drive to Old Town Sherwood for a community parade, live...

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For more than 70 years, Sherwood, Oregon, has celebrated the annual Sherwood Robin Hood Festival.

Take a short...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/702830162/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 128126 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/free-comedy-in-the-park/ Free Comedy in the Park at Laurelhurst Park https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/659728848/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/659728848/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Wed, 15 Jul 2026 16:44:58 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=121560   Enjoy a free night of entertainment at Laurelhurst Park. Kickstand Comedy is hosting a special event called Comedy in the Park all summer long.    Kickstand Comedy is...

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Enjoy a free night of entertainment at Laurelhurst Park. Kickstand Comedy is hosting a special event called Comedy in the Park all summer long....

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/659728848/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 15 121560 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/insomnia-cookies-offers-buy-one-get-one-free-happy-hour-special-for-limited-time/ Insomnia Cookies offers buy-one-get-one free Happy Hour special https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960520235/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960520235/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Wed, 15 Jul 2026 14:50:57 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/insomnia-cookies-offers-buy-one-get-one-free-happy-hour-special-for-limited-time/ Don’t sleep on this sweet deal! Cookies make everyone happy, no matter the time of day. However, Insomnia Cookies is making cookie lovers smile a bit more with its limited-time Happy...

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]]> Don’t sleep on this sweet deal! Cookies make everyone happy, no matter the time of day. However, Insomnia Cookies is making cookie lovers smile a bit more with its limited-time Happy...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960520235/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 158554 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/qdoba-celebrates-national-avocado-day-with-bogo-entree-for-two-days/ QDOBA celebrates National Avocado Day with BOGO entrée https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960509093/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960509093/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:41:04 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/qdoba-celebrates-national-avocado-day-with-bogo-entree-for-two-days/ Guacamole, please! You can’t enjoy any QDOBA entrée without guacamole scooped on top. And it’s even tastier because the popular fast-casual Mexican restaurant doesn’t charge...

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]]> Guacamole, please! You can’t enjoy any QDOBA entrée without guacamole scooped on top.

And it’s even tastier because the popular fast-casual Mexican restaurant doesn’t charge...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960509093/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 158528 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/enjoy-free-pretzel-at-auntie-annes-on-national-auntie-day/ Enjoy free pretzel at Auntie Anne’s on National Auntie Day https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960477026/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960477026/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:30:55 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/enjoy-free-pretzel-at-auntie-annes-on-national-auntie-day/ Have you called your favorite aunt lately? You know, the one that’s fun, kind of “salty” and sometimes “twisted”. And America’s favorite “pretzel” aunt, Auntie...

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]]> Have you called your favorite aunt lately? You know, the one that’s fun, kind of “salty” and sometimes “twisted”.

And America’s favorite “pretzel” aunt, Auntie...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960477026/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 158523 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/extra-baseball-innings-means-fans-score-free-subs-at-firehouse-subs/ Extra baseball innings earn fans free Firehouse subs https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960512684/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960512684/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:13:57 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/extra-baseball-innings-means-fans-score-free-subs-at-firehouse-subs/ Homerun! Firehouse Subs is now the Official Sub of Major League Baseball and that means “Extra Innings, Extra Subs” is officially in play. (The deal is the sub shop’s first...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960512684/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 158534 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/raising-canes-gives-away-free-chicken-fingers-on-national-chicken-finger-day/ Raising Cane’s gives away chicken fingers on National Chicken Finger Day https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960511550/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960511550/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Wed, 15 Jul 2026 13:12:56 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/raising-canes-gives-away-free-chicken-fingers-on-national-chicken-finger-day/ Calling all chicken finger fans! For many chicken finger lovers, there’s only one place to celebrate National Chicken Finger Day on July 27, 2026. And that’s at Raising Cane’s!...

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]]> Calling all chicken finger fans! For many chicken finger lovers, there’s only one place to celebrate National Chicken Finger Day on July 27, 2026. And that’s at Raising Cane’s!

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/960511550/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 158531 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/portlandia-mermaid-parade-and-festival/ Portlandia Mermaid Parade and Festival https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/703792560/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/703792560/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Tue, 14 Jul 2026 20:00:55 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=128353 Have you ever wanted to be a mermaid? The Portlandia Mermaid Parade and Festival invites everyone to dress up as merfolk or other mythical water creatures for a walk downtown. ...

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Have you ever wanted to be a mermaid? The Portlandia Mermaid Parade and Festival invites everyone to dress up as merfolk or...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/703792560/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 2 128353 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/oregon-ice-cream-trail/ Oregon Ice Cream Trail: A Sweet Adventure Awaits https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/901180847/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/901180847/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:27:55 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=142666 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 me from enjoying my...

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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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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/901180847/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 4 142666 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/harry-potters-birthday-kennedy-school/ Celebrate Harry Potter’s Birthday at Kennedy School https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/659011920/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/659011920/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Tue, 14 Jul 2026 19:22:58 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=121445 Are you Hufflepuff, Gryffindor, Ravenclaw or Slytherin? No matter your Hogwarts House, you’re invited to gather at Kennedy School for Harry Potter’s birthday. ...

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Are you Hufflepuff, Gryffindor, Ravenclaw or Slytherin? No matter your Hogwarts House, you’re invited to gather at Kennedy School for Harry...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/659011920/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 1 121445 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/free-summer-movies-parks/ Free Summer Movies in the Parks https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/602743804/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/602743804/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Tue, 14 Jul 2026 17:00:33 +0000 http://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=56697 The Portland metro has an abundance of summertime movies in local parks. Find a complete list of Portland’s movies in the parks along with Hillsboro, Beaverton, Tigard, Lake...

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The Portland metro has an abundance of summertime movies in local parks. Find a complete list of Portland’s movies in the parks along with Hillsboro, Beaverton, Tigard, Lake...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/602743804/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 39 56697 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/concerts-in-the-parks/ Free Summer Concerts in the Parks https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/702337712/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/702337712/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Tue, 14 Jul 2026 16:04:12 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=128047 Enjoying music outdoors is a quintessential summertime activity. Portland Parks and Recreation is hosting 17 outdoor concerts at parks throughout the city.  Every event features a...

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Enjoying music outdoors is a quintessential summertime activity. Portland Parks and Recreation is hosting 17 outdoor concerts at parks...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/702337712/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 16 128047 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/free-events-this-week-portland/ Free and Cheap Events this Week in Portland https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/624277882/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/624277882/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:05:29 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=116720 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 events...

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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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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/624277882/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 1 116720 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/montavilla-street-fair/ 2026 Montavilla Street Fair https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/702340976/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/702340976/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Tue, 14 Jul 2026 13:00:55 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=128060 The Montavilla Street Fair is held along a trendy stretch of Stark Street just east of Mt Tabor. The event hosts some of Portland’s best art, food and creative scene. This is one...

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The Montavilla Street Fair is held along a trendy stretch of Stark Street just east of Mt Tabor. The event hosts some of Portland’s best art, food and creative scene.

This is one...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/702340976/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 8 128060 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/forestfest-world-forestry-center/ ForestFest at World Forestry Center https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/921672164/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/921672164/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:54:32 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=150542 Visit the World Forestry Center for a special community event: ForestFest We love our forests in Oregon. The World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum is located right here in our...

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Visit the World Forestry Center for a special community event: ForestFest

We love our forests in Oregon. The World Forestry Center’s...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/921672164/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 150542 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/scooped-ice-cream-festival/ Scooped Ice Cream Festival: A Sweet Summer Celebration in Vancouver https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/921616568/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/921616568/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:52:06 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=150522 Get ready to chill out and indulge at the Scooped Ice Cream Festival. This event is the ultimate summer treat for ice cream lovers of all ages. Set up in Esther Short Park, the event...

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Get ready to chill out and indulge at the Scooped Ice Cream Festival. This event is the ultimate summer treat for ice cream lovers of all ages.

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/921616568/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 150522 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/summer-flower-event-wooden-shoe-tulip-farm/ Summer Flower Event at Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/901535801/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/901535801/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:45:06 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=142778 Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm invites you to explore its bounty of summertime blooms. The summer flower event features vibrant sunflowers and a variety of other summer flowers. For more than...

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Wooden Shoe Tulip Farm invites you to explore its bounty of summertime blooms. The summer flower event features vibrant sunflowers and a...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/901535801/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 2 142778 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/rose-city-vintage-market/ Rose City Vintage Market https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/700650286/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/700650286/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:43:41 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=127753 Rose City Vintage Market is bringing together vintage dealers from all over the West for a two-day event at the Portland Expo Center. Spend the weekend perusing home decor, fashion,...

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Rose City Vintage Market is bringing together vintage dealers from all over the West for a two-day event at the Portland Expo Center.

Spend the...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/700650286/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 1 127753 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/national-cheesecake-day-the-cheesecake-factory/ National Cheesecake Day Deal at The Cheesecake Factory https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/922345763/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/922345763/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:27:33 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=150762 There’s something abundantly satisfying about scooping up a forkful of delicious cheesecake. On National Cheesecake Day, indulge in this tasty dessert for less at The Cheesecake...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/922345763/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 150762 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/baskin-robbins-cheap-scoop/ Baskin-Robbins: Get a Cheap Ice Cream Scoop on the 31st https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/608134140/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/608134140/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:25:06 +0000 http://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=2736 Baskin-Robbins’ Celebrate 31 promotion has returned! Get a cheap scoop on the 31st of the month. Why 31? The founders of Baskin-Robbins, Burt and Irv, launched the ice cream shop...

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Baskin-Robbins’ Celebrate 31 promotion has returned! Get a cheap scoop on the 31st of the month.

Why 31? The founders of Baskin-Robbins, Burt and...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/608134140/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 10 2736 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/dairy-queen-national-ice-cream-day/ Dairy Queen National Ice Cream Day Deal https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/921721598/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/921721598/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:19:57 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=150607 Celebrate National Ice Cream Day with a special deal from Dairy Queen. National Ice Cream Day is Sunday, July 19, 2026. Yet, Dairy Queen is offering treat lovers multiple days to cash...

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Celebrate National Ice Cream Day with a special deal from Dairy Queen.

National Ice Cream Day is Sunday, July 19, 2026. Yet, Dairy Queen is offering treat...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/921721598/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 150607 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/lunchtime-concerts-the-old-church/ Lunchtime Concerts at The Old Church Concert Hall https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/724224950/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/724224950/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Sun, 12 Jul 2026 17:30:04 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=132544 Portland’s Sanctuary of Sound’s free lunchtime concerts invite Portlanders to an afternoon of music.  Built in 1882, The Old Church in downtown Portland is on the...

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Portland’s Sanctuary of Sound’s free lunchtime concerts invite Portlanders to an afternoon of music.

Built in 1882, The Old Church in...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/724224950/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 132544 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/portland-pride-waterfront-festival-and-parade/ Portland Pride Waterfront Festival and Parade https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/752794283/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/752794283/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Sun, 12 Jul 2026 16:48:06 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=135350 Gather with our local LGBTQIA2S+ community and allies at the Portland Pride Waterfront Festival and Parade. The annual event has been a tradition in our city since 1994. This year,...

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Gather with our local LGBTQIA2S+ community and allies at the Portland Pride Waterfront Festival and Parade.

The...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/752794283/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 2 135350 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/knit-night-starlight-knitting-society/ Knit Night at Starlight Knitting Society https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/875442470/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/875442470/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Sun, 12 Jul 2026 16:19:50 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=140906 In the heart of Portland’s vibrant Woodstock neighborhood lies a gem that beckons to creators, Starlight Knitting Society. Come together with fellow crafters during the...

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In the heart of Portland’s vibrant Woodstock neighborhood lies a gem that beckons to creators, Starlight Knitting Society. Come...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/875442470/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 1 140906 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/really-really-free-market-scappoose/ Scappoose’s Really Really Free Market https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/917805899/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/917805899/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Sun, 12 Jul 2026 15:45:00 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=148851 Want to attend a flea market that’s completely free? Get rid of unused items and find something new to you at the Really Really Free Market in Scappoose.  This monthly event...

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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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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/917805899/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 1 148851 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/omsi-star-parties/ 2026 OMSI Star Parties https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/698560166/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/698560166/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Sun, 12 Jul 2026 14:01:42 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=127241 Do you love looking up at the stars? Join the experts and celebrate astronomy at OMSI Star Parties. The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, better known as OMSI, is one of the...

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Do you love looking up at the stars? Join the experts and celebrate astronomy at OMSI Star Parties.

The Oregon Museum of Science and Industry, better known as OMSI, is...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/698560166/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 6 127241 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/audrey-mccall-beach-splashdown/ Audrey McCall Beach Splashdown https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/920930519/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/920930519/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Fri, 10 Jul 2026 20:29:16 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=150255 Enjoy an evening of swimming, tunes and tasty bites along the Willamette River at Audrey McCall Beach Splashdown. Since 2011, the Human Access Project has been diligently working to...

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Enjoy an evening of swimming, tunes and tasty bites along the Willamette River at Audrey McCall Beach Splashdown.

Since 2011, the Human Access...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/920930519/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 150255 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/portland-thai-festival/ Portland Thai Festival: The Taste of Thailand https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/901091117/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/901091117/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:42:57 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=142637 Portland Thai Festival, known as the Taste of Thailand, is a vibrant cultural event that brings the essence of Thailand to our city through a delightful showcase of food and...

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Portland Thai Festival, known as the Taste of Thailand, is a vibrant cultural event that brings the essence of Thailand to our city through a delightful showcase...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/901091117/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 142637 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/music-on-main/ Music on Main: Free Outdoor Concert Series https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/901291028/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/901291028/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:17:33 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=142701 The Music on Main free outdoor concert series is back this July. Portland’5 Centers for the Arts is taking advantage of the summer weather to bring you a fantastic lineup of live...

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The Music on Main free outdoor concert series is back this July. Portland’5 Centers for the Arts is taking advantage of the...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/901291028/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 142701 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/swan-island-dahlias-festival/ 2026 Dahlia Festival at Swan Island Dahlias https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/660261018/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/660261018/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:15:51 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=121557 Visit one of the Portland area’s beloved flower farms this summer during the Dahlia Festival at Swan Island Dahlias. Swan Island Dahlias in Canby has been growing beautiful...

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Visit one of the Portland area’s beloved flower farms this summer during the Dahlia Festival at Swan Island Dahlias.

Swan Island Dahlias in Canby has been growing beautiful...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/660261018/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 4 121557 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/washington-park-summer-festival/ Washington Park Summer Festival https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/702229636/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/702229636/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:08:31 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=128009 The beloved Washington Park Summer Festival returns, featuring international performances in an inspiring outdoor setting. The event takes place at the Rose Garden Amphitheater in...

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The beloved Washington Park Summer Festival returns, featuring international performances in an inspiring outdoor setting.

The event...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/702229636/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 6 128009 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/elephant-garlic-festival/ 2026 Elephant Garlic Festival https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/605031546/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/605031546/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Fri, 10 Jul 2026 19:00:58 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=113892 The Elephant Garlic Festival invites you to stop and smell the garlic in North Plains. If you’re a fan of hometown events filled with music, food and fun, you’ll want to...

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The Elephant Garlic Festival invites you to stop and smell the garlic in North Plains. If you’re a fan of hometown events filled with music, food and fun, you’ll want to...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/605031546/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 5 113892 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/obon-fest/ 2026 Obon Fest at the Oregon Buddhist Temple https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/759773345/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/759773345/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Fri, 10 Jul 2026 17:04:53 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=135581 Attend Obon Fest, a Japanese summertime celebration, at the Oregon Buddhist Temple. For the past 30 years, the Oregon Buddhist Temple has welcomed families, non-Buddhist neighbors, and...

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Attend Obon Fest, a Japanese summertime celebration, at the Oregon Buddhist Temple.

For the past 30 years, the Oregon Buddhist Temple has...

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