Portland Your local guide to the best of what's affordable in Portland, Oregon. Wed, 10 Jun 2026 01:50:53 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 59850667 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/pollinator-festival/ Vancouver Pollinator Festival at Marshall Park https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/746117585/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/746117585/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond 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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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/746117585/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 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/powells-summer-reading-challenge/ 2026 Powell’s Summer Reading Challenge https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/919652783/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/919652783/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Mon, 08 Jun 2026 08:42:44 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=142082 Summer is the perfect time to lose yourself in the pages of a great book. Powell’s Books invites readers of all ages to embark on a literary adventure during the Powell’s...

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Summer is the perfect time to lose yourself in the pages of a great book. Powell’s Books invites readers of all ages to embark on a literary...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/919652783/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 1 142082 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 Sun, 07 Jun 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/dress-for-success-oregon-sale/ Dress for Success Oregon Closet Sale https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/914095685/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/914095685/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Sun, 07 Jun 2026 17:15:34 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=147652 Shop for a cause at the Dress for Success Oregon Closet Sale. Head to Dress for Success Oregon for a special shopping event where every purchase directly supports women on their...

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Shop for a cause at the Dress for Success Oregon Closet Sale.

Head to Dress for Success Oregon for a special shopping event where every purchase...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/914095685/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 147652 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/portland-midsummer-festival/ Portland Midsummer Festival at Oaks Park https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/919988954/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/919988954/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Sat, 06 Jun 2026 23:51:12 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=149575 Get ready for a joyful day of music, dancing and Swedish culture at the Portland Midsummer Festival. The annual event is hosted by New Sweden Cultural Heritage Society, an organization...

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Get ready for a joyful day of music, dancing and Swedish culture at the Portland Midsummer Festival.

The annual event is hosted by New...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/919988954/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 149575 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/juneteenth-oregon/ 2026 Juneteenth Oregon Parade and Festival https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/627931210/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/627931210/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Sat, 06 Jun 2026 19:30:42 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=117059 Celebrate a day of education and advocacy with your community during the Juneteenth Oregon Parade and Festival. Juneteenth Oregon is a nonprofit organization that connects and...

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Celebrate a day of education and advocacy with your community during the Juneteenth Oregon Parade and Festival.

Juneteenth Oregon is a nonprofit...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/627931210/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 4 117059 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/veganizer-asian-market/ Veganizer Asian Market https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/919173662/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/919173662/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Sat, 06 Jun 2026 19:00:23 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=149251 Veganizer Asian Market is taking over The Redd for an evening filled with food, drinks, art, home goods and live entertainment. Here’s your chance to celebrate Asian culture...

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Veganizer Asian Market is taking over The Redd for an evening filled with food, drinks, art, home goods and live entertainment.

Here’s your chance to...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/919173662/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 149251 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/rose-city-book-paper-fair/ Rose City Book & Paper Fair https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/746121197/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/746121197/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Sat, 06 Jun 2026 08:05:07 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=134989 Explore a range of books and ephemera at the annual Rose City Book & Paper Fair. Hosted by Cascade Booksellers Association, this year’s event features more than 60...

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Explore a range of books and ephemera at the annual Rose City Book & Paper Fair.

Hosted by Cascade Booksellers Association, this...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/746121197/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 2 134989 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 Sat, 06 Jun 2026 03:00:02 +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/free-tours-hoyt-arboretum/ Free Tours at Hoyt Arboretum https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/705474430/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/705474430/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Fri, 05 Jun 2026 22:25:18 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=128621 Take a free guided tour of Portland’s museum of trees. Hoyt Arboretum has multiple opportunities to learn about the unique trees and plants of the Pacific Northwest. This...

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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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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/705474430/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 10 128621 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 Fri, 05 Jun 2026 21:03:58 +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/flock-fridays-pop-up-market/ Flock Food Hall Pop Up Market https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/919018667/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/919018667/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Fri, 05 Jun 2026 20:07:02 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=149230 This summer, Flock Food Hall Pop Up Market is bringing the energy, creativity and culture to downtown every month. Flock is a downtown food hall and event space serving up flavors from...

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This summer, Flock Food Hall Pop Up Market is bringing the energy, creativity and culture to downtown every month.

Flock is a downtown food hall and...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/919018667/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 1 149230 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/tesla-city-stories-discount/ The Tesla City Stories Discount: Get Exclusive $12 Tickets https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/691384118/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/691384118/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Fri, 05 Jun 2026 01:15:42 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=126102 Sponsored post June brings the summer sun but also some vintage fun as The Tesla City Stories returns to the Old Church Concert Hall for a mix of comedy and action! Here’s how...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/691384118/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 8 126102 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/portland-waterfront-fireworks-show/ 2026 Portland Waterfront Fireworks Show https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/700662496/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/700662496/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Thu, 04 Jun 2026 23:45:43 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=127780 The Portland Waterfront Blues Festival is once again celebrating the 4th of July with a fireworks show over the Portland waterfront. You don’t have to buy tickets to enjoy the...

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The Portland Waterfront Blues Festival is once again celebrating the 4th of July with a fireworks show over the Portland waterfront. You...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/700662496/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 8 127780 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/sunday-scaries-comedy-show/ Sunday Scaries: Spooky Stories from Portland Comedians https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/924779528/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/924779528/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Thu, 04 Jun 2026 15:31:34 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=151546 Looking for something a little spooky, a little silly and completely Portland? Sunday Scaries Comedy Show is the perfect blend of paranormal tales and laughs hosted by Andie Main and...

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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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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/924779528/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 4 151546 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/national-donut-day/ Get Free and Cheap Donuts on National Donut Day https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/549122616/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/549122616/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Thu, 04 Jun 2026 08:00:40 +0000 http://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=1263 National Donut Day or National Doughnut Day? However you spell it, Portlanders love donuts. Here’s a great excuse to indulge in your favorite breakfast pastry. When is National...

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National Donut Day or National Doughnut Day? However you spell it, Portlanders love donuts.

Here’s a great excuse to indulge in your favorite breakfast pastry.

When is National...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/549122616/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 1 1263 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/kennedy-school-history-and-art-tour/ Kennedy School’s History and Art Tour https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/918182288/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/918182288/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Wed, 03 Jun 2026 23:19:55 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=148966 Journey back in time at Kennedy School’s History and Art Tour. Since its 1915 opening, this historic elementary school has been a beloved fixture of Portland. It now boasts guest...

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Journey back in time at Kennedy School’s History and Art Tour.

Since its 1915 opening, this historic elementary school has been a beloved fixture of...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/918182288/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 148966 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/parkrose-summer-nights-street-fair/ Parkrose Summer Nights Street Fair https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/920046413/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/920046413/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Wed, 03 Jun 2026 04:11:39 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=149609 Explore Northeast Portland during Parkrose Summer Nights Street Fair. This free, family-friendly celebration, hosted by Historic Parkrose, invites the community to come together for an...

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Explore Northeast Portland during Parkrose Summer Nights Street Fair.

This free, family-friendly celebration, hosted by Historic Parkrose, invites...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/920046413/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 149609 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/score-baker-fair/ Celebrate Portland’s Flour Power at this Baker Fair https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/919585223/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/919585223/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Wed, 03 Jun 2026 03:33:01 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=149360 Join a one-day gathering of independent bakers at Score: A Baker Fair. Score is a celebration of local talent, handcrafted treats and the tight-knit community of Portland bakers and...

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Join a one-day gathering of independent bakers at Score: A Baker Fair.

Score is a celebration of local talent, handcrafted treats and the tight-knit community...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/919585223/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 149360 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/free-smoothie-tropical-smoothie-cafe/ Tropical Smoothie Cafe National Flip Flop Day Deal https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/623269432/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/623269432/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:29:46 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=116590 Who doesn’t love a free smoothie? On National Flip Flop 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 Flip Flop 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/ground-kontrol-free-play/ Free Play at Ground Kontrol Classic Arcade https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/616085192/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/616085192/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Tue, 02 Jun 2026 19:00:14 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=115348 Calling all retro gamers! Ground Kontrol is Portland’s classic arcade destination, plugged in to all your golden age classics to new favorites. More than 100 classic video games...

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Calling all retro gamers! Ground Kontrol is Portland’s classic arcade destination, plugged in to all your golden age classics to new favorites. More than 100 classic video games...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/616085192/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 1 115348 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/lowest-tide-days-oregon-coast/ Lowest Tide Days on the Oregon Coast https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/899645345/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/899645345/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:36:07 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=142205 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 for nature enthusiasts,...

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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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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/899645345/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 142205 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/portland-rose-festival/ Portland Rose Festival Free and Cheap Events https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/601696184/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/601696184/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Tue, 02 Jun 2026 17:30:39 +0000 http://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=1135 For more than 100 years, the Portland Rose Festival has been a beloved celebration of our beautiful city. It takes place every year from the end of May through June. This citywide...

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“CityFair – Portland Rose Festival” by Jeremy Thompson licensed under CC BY 2.0.

For more than 100 years, the Portland Rose Festival has been a beloved celebration of...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/601696184/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 13 1135 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/summer-market-at-fubonn/ Summer Market at Fubonn Shopping Center https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/957716279/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/957716279/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Tue, 02 Jun 2026 04:30:23 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=142576 Summer Market invites you to a multi-week celebration of AAPI makers, artists and culinary delights at Fubonn Shopping Center. The event is hosted by White Lotus Foundation, a local...

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Summer Market invites you to a multi-week celebration of AAPI makers, artists and culinary delights at Fubonn Shopping Center.

The event is...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/957716279/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 1 142576 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/portland-book-week/ 2026 Portland Book Week https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/899170655/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/899170655/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Mon, 01 Jun 2026 21:19:48 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=141998 Participate in Portland Book Week, a vibrant celebration of literature in one of America’s most literary cities. Portland is known for its indie bookstores, passionate readers...

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Participate in Portland Book Week, a vibrant celebration of literature in one of America’s most literary cities.

Portland is known for its...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/899170655/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 2 141998 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 Mon, 01 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/really-really-free-market-portland/ Portland’s Really Really Free Market https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/742612394/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/742612394/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:51:04 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=134526 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 to come together and share goods. Portland...

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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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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/742612394/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 2 134526 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/forest-service-recreation-area-free-days/ 2026 Forest Service Recreation Area Free Days https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/724545149/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/724545149/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Mon, 01 Jun 2026 19:21:47 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=132595 Get free entrance to Forest Service recreation areas on nine holidays in 2026. Forest Service recreation area free days include recreation sites and trailheads in Oregon and...

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Wahclella Falls, Columbia River Scenic Area

Get free entrance to Forest Service recreation areas on nine holidays in 2026. Forest Service recreation area free days include recreation...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/724545149/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 18 132595 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/portland-pride-month-events/ 2026 Portland Pride Month Events https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/698218998/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/698218998/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Mon, 01 Jun 2026 18:00:40 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=126808 June is Pride Month. Portland has a variety of events to celebrate our LGBTQ+ community.  Did you know Pride has been celebrated in Portland since the early 1970s?...

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June is Pride Month. Portland has a variety of events to celebrate our LGBTQ+ community.

Did you know Pride has been celebrated in Portland since the early...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/698218998/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 2 126808 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/free-bowling-kids/ Free Bowling for Kids at Alleys in and around Portland https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/603219010/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/603219010/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Mon, 01 Jun 2026 13:00:18 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=113383 Here’s a fun way to beat the heat and spend time with your family. Kids Bowl Free is a program that offers complimentary bowling to kids all summer long.  Kids who are...

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Here’s a fun way to beat the heat and spend time with your family. Kids Bowl Free is a program that offers complimentary bowling to kids all summer long.

Kids who are registered...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/603219010/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 5 113383 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/museums-on-us/ 2026 Museums on Us Free Museum Admission https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/521986548/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/521986548/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Mon, 01 Jun 2026 10:15:26 +0000 http://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=63709 Bank of America’s Museums On Us program lets customers visit Portland museums for free the first full weekend of the month. Hundreds of museums and attractions participate in the...

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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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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/521986548/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 23 63709 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 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 09:05:29 +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/omsi-discount-day/ Discount Day at OMSI https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/605191096/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/605191096/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Mon, 01 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/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 Mon, 01 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/free-first-sunday-japanese-american-museum-of-oregon/ Free First Sunday at the Japanese American Museum of Oregon https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/872921852/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/872921852/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Mon, 01 Jun 2026 08:40:14 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=140236 Attend the Japanese American Museum of Oregon for Free First Sunday event.  The Japanese American Museum of Oregon preserves and honors the history and culture of Japanese...

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Attend the Japanese American Museum of Oregon for Free First Sunday event.

The Japanese American Museum of Oregon preserves and...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/872921852/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 2 140236 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/troutdale-first-friday-art-walk/ Troutdale First Friday Street Fair https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/748995074/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/748995074/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Mon, 01 Jun 2026 08:39:26 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=135184 Explore Troutdale’s art community during the First Friday Street Fair. On the first Friday of the month in the summer, the streets will be filled with vendors, sidewalk dining,...

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Explore Troutdale’s art community during the First Friday Street Fair.

On the first Friday of the month in the summer, the streets will be...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/748995074/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 135184 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 Mon, 01 Jun 2026 08:05:39 +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/chelatchie-prairie-railroad-train-ride/ Chelatchie Prairie Railroad Weekend Train Rides https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/919173659/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/919173659/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Mon, 01 Jun 2026 01:35:47 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=149263 Take a scenic trip through Clark County on the Chelatchie Prairie Railroad this weekend. A 1941 diesel locomotive transports passengers through scenic northern Clark County from Yacolt...

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Take a scenic trip through Clark County on the Chelatchie Prairie Railroad this weekend.

A 1941 diesel locomotive transports passengers...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/919173659/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 149263 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/regal-cinemas-summer-movie-express/ Enjoy $1 Family Flicks at Regal Cinemas Summer Movie Express https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/653172070/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/653172070/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Sun, 31 May 2026 19:45:47 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=112017 Regal Cinemas Summer Movie Express is bringing cheap family-friendly movies all summer break to a theater near you.  Keep the kids entertained all summer long. Spend every week of...

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Regal Cinemas Summer Movie Express is bringing cheap family-friendly movies all summer break to a theater near you.

Keep the kids entertained all summer long. Spend...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/653172070/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 4 112017 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/portland-highland-games/ 2026 Portland Highland Games https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/957590912/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/957590912/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Sun, 31 May 2026 17:58:14 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=157612 Take in the sights, sounds and traditions of Scotland at the Portland Highland Games. The annual event brings together athletes, musicians, dancers, families and friends for a vibrant...

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Take in the sights, sounds and traditions of Scotland at the Portland Highland Games.

The annual event brings together athletes, musicians,...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/957590912/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 157612 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 Sun, 31 May 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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Immerse yourself in eclectic charm and community spirit at First Thursdays on Fremont Street.

Picture this: a lively atmosphere buzzing with excitement as some of your favorite local...

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Oregon State Parks Day is June 6, 2026. Make the most of the celebration with free admission and fishing across the state.

More than 100 years ago, a 5-acre donation by Sarah Helmick...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/549246324/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 1 112079 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 Fri, 29 May 2026 08:00:33 +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/summer-skate-deck-show/ Summer Skate Deck Show at Art Design Xchange https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/957456008/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/957456008/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#respond Fri, 29 May 2026 02:00:21 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=157348 See creations by hundreds of designers all in one place at the Summer Skate Deck Show at Art Design Xchange. This event gives Portlanders a chance to celebrate local artists that give...

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See creations by hundreds of designers all in one place at the Summer Skate Deck Show at Art Design Xchange.

This event gives Portlanders a chance to celebrate...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/957456008/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 0 157348 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/free-fishing-weekend-oregon/ 2026 Free Fishing Weekends in Oregon https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/633442392/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/633442392/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Mon, 25 May 2026 11:00:45 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=117729     Every year, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife invites reeling newbies and advanced anglers to participate in free fishing weekends. During these events, no fishing...

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Every year, Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife invites reeling newbies and advanced anglers to participate in free fishing weekends. During these events, no fishing licenses...

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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/633442392/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 5 117729 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/pdx-estate-marketplace/ PDX Estate Marketplace Events https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/873224786/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/873224786/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/#comments Mon, 25 May 2026 08:30:36 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=140330 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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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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]]> https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/873224786/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/feed/ 15 140330 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/burnside-bridge-centennial-celebration/ Burnside Bridge Centennial Celebration https://feeds.feedblitz.com/~/957193337/0/portlandlivingonthecheap/ Sun, 24 May 2026 22:06:15 +0000 https://portlandlivingonthecheap.com/?p=157279 For 100 years, the Burnside Bridge has stood as one of Portland’s most recognizable landmarks. This week, the city celebrates the bridge’s 100th birthday with a daylong...

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For 100 years, the Burnside Bridge has stood as one of Portland’s most recognizable landmarks. This week, the city celebrates the bridge’s...

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]]> 157279 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 Sun, 24 May 2026 22:04:12 +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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