Portland Your local guide to the best of what's affordable in Portland, Oregon. Thu, 09 Jul 2026 22:39:56 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 59850667 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/vancouver-arts-music-festival/ 2026 Vancouver Arts & Music Festival https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/901866953/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/901866953/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Thu, 09 Jul 2026 20:06:16 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=142864 Mark your calendars for an unforgettable weekend as the Vancouver Arts & Music Festival. This vibrant event is set to showcase award-winning musicians, talented visual artists from...

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Mark your calendars for an unforgettable weekend as the Vancouver Arts & Music Festival.

This vibrant event is set to...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/901866953/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 142864 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/clay-commons-ceramic-market/ Clay Commons Ceramic Market and Guilds Bazaar at Director Park https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/957844850/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/957844850/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Thu, 09 Jul 2026 17:24:44 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=157857 This summer, explore an array of handmade goods each week at Director Park. Clay Commons Ceramic Market and Guilds Bazaar host local creators at one of downtown Portland’s best...

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This summer, explore an array of handmade goods each week at Director Park. Clay Commons Ceramic Market and Guilds Bazaar host local creators at one of...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/957844850/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 157857 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/free-slurpee-day-7-eleven/ Get a Free Slurpee at 7-Eleven in July https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/628218628/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/628218628/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Thu, 09 Jul 2026 16:34:47 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=117104 Celebrate 7-Eleven’s birthday with a free Slurpee and more great deals in July. Every year, the convenience store goes all out for its birthday, also known as 7-Eleven Day on...

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Celebrate 7-Eleven’s birthday with a free Slurpee and more great deals in July.

Every year, the convenience store goes all out for its birthday, also known as...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/628218628/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 6 117104 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 Thu, 09 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/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 Thu, 09 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/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 Wed, 08 Jul 2026 20:55:39 +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/bastille-day-festival/ Portland Bastille Day Festival and French Market https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/921229955/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/921229955/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:26:14 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=150339 Vive la France! Portland’s Bastille Day Festival and French Market returns for its 23rd year. Join the vibrant celebration of French culture, cuisine and community. Hosted by the...

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Vive la France! Portland’s Bastille Day Festival and French Market returns for its 23rd year. Join the vibrant celebration of French culture, cuisine and community.

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/921229955/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 1 150339 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/mt-tabor-summer-concert/ 2026 Mt. Tabor Summer Concert https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/921038894/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/921038894/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Wed, 08 Jul 2026 19:00:40 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=135305 Come together with the community to dance and celebrate in nature at the Mt. Tabor Summer Concert. Summer concerts are a long-standing tradition at Mt. Tabor, one of Portland’s...

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Come together with the community to dance and celebrate in nature at the Mt. Tabor Summer Concert.

Summer concerts are a long-standing...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/921038894/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 2 135305 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/oregon-potters-association-summer-fair/ Oregon Potters Association Summer Fair https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/920981897/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/920981897/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Wed, 08 Jul 2026 18:35:13 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=150298 Explore local creators during the three-day Oregon Potters Association Summer Fair. The association represents a group of diverse ceramic artists, makers, teachers and students. At the...

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Explore local creators during the three-day Oregon Potters Association Summer Fair.

The association represents a group of diverse ceramic...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/920981897/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 1 150298 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, 08 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-game-fridays-the-peoples-courts/ Free Game Fridays at The People’s Courts https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/904801901/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/904801901/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Wed, 08 Jul 2026 17:26:24 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=143918 Looking for something fun and free to do on a Friday night? Look no further than Free Game Fridays at The People’s Courts. This multi-court recreational and social space in...

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Looking for something fun and free to do on a Friday night? Look no further than Free Game Fridays at The People’s Courts.

This...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/904801901/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 2 143918 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 Wed, 08 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/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 Wed, 08 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/sandy-mountain-festival/ Sandy Mountain Festival: Art, Music and Classic Cars https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/921447419/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/921447419/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Wed, 08 Jul 2026 16:39:13 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=150463 The beloved Sandy Mountain Festival returns this summer with two full days of handcrafted art, live entertainment and community fun. Each year, this festival brings together local...

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The beloved Sandy Mountain Festival returns this summer with two full days of handcrafted art, live entertainment and community fun.

Each year,...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/921447419/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 150463 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/samoan-festival/ 2026 Portland Samoan Festival https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/900864605/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/900864605/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Wed, 08 Jul 2026 15:16:53 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=142504 Celebrate Samoan culture through dance, song, art and food at the Portland Samoan Festival.  The annual event is hosted by Samoa Pacific Development Corporation, a local nonprofit...

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Celebrate Samoan culture through dance, song, art and food at the Portland Samoan Festival.

The annual event is hosted by Samoa...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/900864605/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 1 142504 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/mississippi-street-fair/ 2026 Mississippi Street Fair https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/604176670/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/604176670/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Tue, 07 Jul 2026 23:00:53 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=113505 Don’t miss Portland’s largest street fair this summer. The annual Mississippi Street Fair brings together the eclectic, flavorful, fun-loving flair of one of...

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Don’t miss Portland’s largest street fair this summer. The annual Mississippi Street Fair brings together the eclectic, flavorful,...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/604176670/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 16 113505 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/east-portland-summer-arts-festival/ East Portland Summer Arts Festival https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/701764472/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/701764472/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Tue, 07 Jul 2026 21:30:14 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=127952 Celebrate music and expression at the East Portland Summer Arts Festival.  At this year’s festival, you’ll be treated to a blend of performance and storytelling as...

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Celebrate music and expression at the East Portland Summer Arts Festival.

At this year’s festival, you’ll...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/701764472/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 4 127952 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/helvetia-lavender-festival/ 2026 Helvetia Lavender Festival https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/653084954/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/653084954/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Tue, 07 Jul 2026 19:03:58 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=120722 Wander through the lavender fields, cut your own flower bundles and take in stunning views of the Willamette Valley during the Helvetia Lavender Festival. Helvetia Lavender Farm is a...

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Wander through the lavender fields, cut your own flower bundles and take in stunning views of the Willamette Valley during the Helvetia Lavender...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/653084954/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 3 120722 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/free-swaps-kindred-vancouver/ Free Community Swap Events at Kindred Vancouver https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/939720185/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/939720185/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Tue, 07 Jul 2026 16:44:13 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=155005 Refresh your home, wardrobe or hobbies without spending a dollar and save usable items from the landfill at these free community swap events at Kindred Vancouver. These events bring...

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Refresh your home, wardrobe or hobbies without spending a dollar and save usable items from the landfill at these free community swap events at...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/939720185/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 155005 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 Sun, 05 Jul 2026 15:05:29 +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/west-linn-old-time-fair/ 2026 West Linn Old Time Fair https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/900978455/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/900978455/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Sun, 05 Jul 2026 14:34:49 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=142555 Get ready for a weekend filled with fun, excitement and community spirit at the 70th annual West Linn Old Time Fair. Held at Willamette Park, this event is a beloved tradition that you...

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Get ready for a weekend filled with fun, excitement and community spirit at the 70th annual West Linn Old Time Fair. Held at Willamette...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/900978455/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 1 142555 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/are-you-portlands-top-cheapskate/ Are you Portland’s top cheapskate? https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/958107104/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/958107104/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Tue, 30 Jun 2026 13:01:11 +0000 http://sandiegolivingonthecheap.com/?p=62 Portland Living on the Cheap is looking for an editor and publisher. On the Cheap publishers run their sites, create their own editorial calendars and working together with the...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/958107104/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 62 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/free-days-washington-parks/ 2026 Free Entrance Days at Washington State Parks https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/615813660/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/615813660/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Mon, 29 Jun 2026 18:30:52 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=112661 Enjoy Washington’s best nature trails during free days at Washington parks. In 2026, the Washington State Parks and Recreation Commission is offering outdoor enthusiasts 12 free...

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Beacon Rock overlooking the Columbia River Gorge. Photo by U.S. Forest Service – Pacific Northwest.

Enjoy Washington’s best nature trails during free days at Washington...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/615813660/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 11 112661 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/tabor-dance/ Tabor Dance Schedule: Join Portland’s Free Sunset Dance Party https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/917030642/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/917030642/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Mon, 29 Jun 2026 10:23:40 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=148478 Looking for something joyful, free and full of community fun? Tabor Dance hosts a sunset dance series at locations across Portland.  These community dances are popping up in parks...

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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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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/917030642/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 1 148478 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/free-days-at-u-s-national-parks/ 2026 Free Days at U.S. National Parks https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/457146030/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/457146030/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Sat, 27 Jun 2026 20:00:01 +0000 http://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=55124 The national parks get even better during free days. America’s Best Idea — our national parks — is even better when admission is free! Mark your calendar now for entrance...

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The national parks get even better during free days.

America’s Best Idea — our national parks — is even better when admission is free! Mark your calendar now for entrance...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/457146030/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 10 55124 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/first-thursdays-portland-art-museum/ Free First Thursdays at Portland Art Museum https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/604206628/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/604206628/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Sat, 27 Jun 2026 17:30:44 +0000 http://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=251 Free First Thursdays at Portland Art Museum are taking place throughout 2026.  Located in the heart of downtown, Portland Art Museum is internationally renowned for exciting art...

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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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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/604206628/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 31 251 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/omsi-discount-day/ Discount Day at OMSI https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/605191096/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/605191096/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Sat, 27 Jun 2026 09:00:38 +0000 http://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=182 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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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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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/605191096/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 44 182 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/portland-flea/ Portland Flea Vintage, Handmade Market https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/688031078/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/688031078/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:45:04 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=125850 Calling all vintage, handmade, food loving Portlanders! Explore one-of-a-kind goods at Portland Flea. For over a decade, Portland Flea has created a gathering place for our...

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Calling all vintage, handmade, food loving Portlanders! Explore one-of-a-kind goods at Portland Flea.

For over a decade, Portland Flea has created a...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/688031078/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 20 125850 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/milk-carton-boat-race/ 2026 Milk Carton Boat Race https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/699717370/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/699717370/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Wed, 24 Jun 2026 08:35:05 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=127590 Will it float? See who creates the most buoyant and swiftest homemade vessel at the 2026 Milk Carton Boat Race. The annual event is hosted by the Royal Rosarians. You may recognize our...

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Will it float? See who creates the most buoyant and swiftest homemade vessel at the 2026 Milk Carton Boat Race.

The annual event is hosted by the...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/699717370/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 3 127590 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/portland-garage-sales/ Portland Neighborhood Garage Sales https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/600885748/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/600885748/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Tue, 23 Jun 2026 11:00:08 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=113073 Portland garage sale season is June-October. Mark your calendar for these Portland neighborhood garage sales. Since many people have transitioned to working from home for a few days a...

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Portland garage sale season is June-October. Mark your calendar for these Portland neighborhood garage sales.

Since many people have transitioned to working from home for a few days a...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/600885748/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 9 113073 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/maizee-maes-vintage-and-collectible-market/ Maizee Mae’s Vintage and Collectible Market https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/685114645/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/685114645/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Mon, 22 Jun 2026 13:30:37 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=125490 Find one-of-a-kind treasures at Maizee Mae’s Vintage and Collectible Market. If you love browsing unique goods and filling your home with unique items, this is the event for you....

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Find one-of-a-kind treasures at Maizee Mae’s Vintage and Collectible Market.

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/685114645/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 12 125490 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/clackamas-bookshelf-book-sale/ The Clackamas Bookshelf’s 50-Cent Book Sale https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/939632417/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/939632417/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Sat, 20 Jun 2026 18:24:27 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=154934 Every month, The Clackamas Bookshelf brings fellow bibliophiles together for a 50-Cent Book Sale. Here’s your chance to stock up on titles for cheap while supporting a local...

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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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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/939632417/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 4 154934 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/family-forest-days-at-hoyt-arboretum/ Family Forest Days at Hoyt Arboretum https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/651989064/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/651989064/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Sat, 20 Jun 2026 14:51:20 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=120584 Take your family on a stroll through Portland’s museum of trees. This summer, Hoyt Arboretum hosts Family Forest Days.  This beautiful nature oasis features 2,300 species of...

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Take your family on a stroll through Portland’s museum of trees. This summer, Hoyt Arboretum hosts Family Forest Days....

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/651989064/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 1 120584 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 Sat, 20 Jun 2026 12:38:18 +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/sunday-parkways/ Sunday Parkways: A Family-Friendly Mobile Block Party https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/602022498/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/602022498/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Sat, 20 Jun 2026 09:00:04 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=113239 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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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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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/602022498/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 5 113239 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/portland-art-museum-free-admission/ Portland Art Museum Free Admission Day https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/692294938/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/692294938/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Fri, 19 Jun 2026 17:30:15 +0000 http://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=27193 Get free admission to the Portland Art Museum during the Miller Family Community Free Day. Located in the heart of downtown, Portland Art Museum is internationally renowned for...

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Get free admission to the Portland Art Museum during the Miller Family Community Free Day.

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

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/692294938/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 7 27193 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/gem-faire/ Gem Faire at Westside Commons https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/701652752/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/701652752/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:30:04 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=127927 Gem Faire is taking over the entire expo hall at Westside Commons for the three-day event. The fair is one of the largest gem, jewelry and bead shows in the U.S. With more than 25...

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Gem Faire is taking over the entire expo hall at Westside Commons for the three-day event.

The fair is one of the largest gem, jewelry and bead shows in the...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/701652752/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 1 127927 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 Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:44:58 +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/last-thursday-alberta-street/ Last Thursday Art Walk on Alberta Street https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/700534532/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ Wed, 17 Jun 2026 02:30:38 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=126411 On the last Thursday of summer months, Alberta Street opens to foot traffic only for a unique arts and culture experience. The Last Thursday Art Walk on Alberta Street invites the...

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On the last Thursday of summer months, Alberta Street opens to foot traffic only for a unique arts and culture experience.

The Last...

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]]> 126411 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/summer-solstice-celebration-cornell-farm/ Summer Solstice Celebration at Cornell Farm https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/700440502/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ Tue, 16 Jun 2026 00:00:33 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=127701 Celebrate the summer solstice at this local, family-owned nursery. Cornell Farm is hosting a day of learning, food and fun.  Cornell Farm dates back to 1987 when the family...

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Celebrate the summer solstice at this local, family-owned nursery. Cornell Farm is hosting a day of learning, food and fun.

Cornell Farm dates back to...

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]]> 127701 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/wicked-craft-summer-solstice-night-market/ Wicked Craft’s Summer Solstice Night Market https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/920480693/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ Sun, 14 Jun 2026 21:45:32 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=149895 Ring in the longest day of the year with an evening of magic, creativity and community at Wicked Craft’s Summer Solstice Night Market. Rooted in the earthy majesty of ancient arts...

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Ring in the longest day of the year with an evening of magic, creativity and community at Wicked Craft’s Summer Solstice Night Market.

Rooted in the...

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]]> 149895 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/free-parking-days-portland-metro-parks/ 2026 Free Parking Days at Portland Metro Parks https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/677916130/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/677916130/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Sun, 14 Jun 2026 11:08:59 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=115167 Get out and enjoy Portland metro parks during free parking days. In 2026, there are 19 free parking days at Portland metro parks, a beach and boat ramps that typically charge a $5...

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Get out and enjoy Portland metro parks during free parking days.

In 2026, there are 19 free parking days at Portland...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/677916130/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 16 115167 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/free-smoothie-tropical-smoothie-cafe/ Tropical Smoothie Cafe National Smoothie Day Deal https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/623269432/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/623269432/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Fri, 12 Jun 2026 19:29:46 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=116590 Who doesn’t love a free smoothie? On National Smoothie Day, Tropical Smoothie Cafe is giving you opportunities to sip on some delicious savings.  Tropical Smoothie Cafe is...

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Who doesn’t love a free smoothie? On National Smoothie Day, Tropical Smoothie Cafe is giving you opportunities to sip on some delicious...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/623269432/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 3 116590 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/lone-fir-cemetery/ Tour Portland’s Historic Lone Fir Cemetery https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/659606298/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/659606298/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Fri, 12 Jun 2026 13:00:06 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=121514 Looking for a one-of-a-kind experience to retrace Portland’s history in an arboretum? Take a tour of Portland’s historic Lone Fir Cemetery. Located in Southeast Portland,...

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Looking for a one-of-a-kind experience to retrace Portland’s history in an arboretum? Take a tour of...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/659606298/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 4 121514 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 Fri, 12 Jun 2026 03:02:48 +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/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 Thu, 11 Jun 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/juneteenth-celebration-lake-oswego/ Juneteenth Celebration in Lake Oswego https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/627467728/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/627467728/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Wed, 10 Jun 2026 20:09:36 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=117001 Get ready for an afternoon of connection at the Juneteenth Celebration in Lake Oswego. Learn about the importance of Juneteenth and ways to keep the conversation going on anti-racism...

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Get ready for an afternoon of connection at the Juneteenth Celebration in Lake Oswego. Learn about the importance of Juneteenth and ways to keep...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/627467728/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 1 117001 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/pollinator-festival/ Vancouver Pollinator Festival at Marshall Park https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/746117585/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:40:55 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=134982 The Pollinator Festival hosts a full day of activities for you and your family.  More than 40 agencies, organizations, universities, artisans and local businesses are...

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The Pollinator Festival hosts a full day of activities for you and your family.

More than 40 agencies, organizations, universities, artisans...

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]]> 134982 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/lavender-farms/ 4 Beautiful Lavender Farms Near Portland https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/654278852/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/654278852/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:00:03 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=120911 It’s lavender season in the Pacific Northwest! Starting in June, lavender farms throughout the Portland area invite the public to enjoy the beauty of the blooms, pick their own...

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It’s lavender season in the Pacific Northwest! Starting in June, lavender farms throughout the Portland area invite the public to enjoy the...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/654278852/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 2 120911 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 Tue, 09 Jun 2026 01:45:00 +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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