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Why buy your compost when you can get it for free? Portland Bureau of Transportation is making your spring gardening cheaper and easier with free compost days.

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Want to visit more than 600 garage sales all under one roof? Attend one of the NW’s Largest Garage Sale and...

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

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Calling all vinyl lovers, collectors and music fans! Celebrate independent record stores on Record Store Day. Portland’s beloved record store, Music...

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Give back and get something new to you during the Earth Day Sale at Buffalo Exchange.

Since 1974, Buffalo Exchange has been buying, selling and...

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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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Walk the trails of Tryon Creek Natural Area with outdoor experts during morning bird walks.

Located in Southwest Portland, Tryon Creek is one of Portland’s...

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Want to taste the baking talents of your fellow community members? The Neighborhood Microbakery Tour is coming to the Beaverton and Aloha area.

The...

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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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Head to the Portland Expo Center for all things crafty at the annual Portland Quilt, Craft & Sewing Festival.

This event celebrates a new season of...

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“Lone Fir #1” by brx0 is licensed under CC BY-SA 2.0.

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

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Immerse yourself in color, fragrance and natural beauty at the Oregon Orchid Society’s 81st Orchid Show and Sale.

This beloved annual event...

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Are you ready for a weekend filled with sparkling treasures, fascinating rocks and fun activities for the entire family? The Mt. Hood Rock Club invites you to the annual...

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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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Safely dispose of your personal documents during the free paper shredding events at Office Depot and OfficeMax.

Having your documents shredded helps...

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Big news for WinCo shoppers and bulk food lovers. Sealed bulk bin case orders are available online at WinCo.

If you want to stock up on pantry staples, Winco is...

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Photo by Lance Reis

In celebration of Earth Day, The Oregon Garden hosts a day of fun filled with free activities and exhibits.

If you haven’t been, this is the ideal time to...

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

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

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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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Celebrate Tax Day with these freebies and discounts in Portland.

Take a deep breath. Tax Day 2026 is upon us. Instead of dwelling on what you might owe, or counting down...

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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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Suburban Succulents and River Maiden Coffee team up to bring you a special monthly plant sale and swap inside a botanically inspired coffeehouse.

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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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McMenamins History Pub invites you to explore Oregon and Pacific Northwest history.

Enjoy an evening with local experts, scholars, first-person experiencers and...

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Embark on an intergalactic journey through the vast realms of science fiction during the Sci-Fi Film Festival at OMSI.

Over the course of five weeks, the...

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Sitting atop Crown Point, Vista House is the crown jewel of the Columbia River Gorge.

While the viewpoint and parking have remained open, Vista House has been mostly closed over the...

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Discover history, treasure and community at the 75th annual PNNA Spring Coin Show.

Pacific Northwest Numismatic Association Convention and Spring Coin Show lets...

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Photo by Rich Iwasaki

In celebration of springtime in Portland, one museum hosts a special vintage sale featuring Japanese treasures. Attend the Cherry Blossom Bazaar in April.

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What’s your favorite scoop? Get it for free at Ben & Jerry’s on Free Cone Day.

Free Cone Day started in 1979 to thank fans for...

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Explore the city’s best vendors celebrating local food, culture, music, drinks and retail at Portland Night Market.

Since 2015, the Portland Night Market has centered around...

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Put money back into the community when you shop local small businesses at Portland Bazaar.

Since 2011, this event has highlighted the skilled artists,...

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Movie Madness is turning 35 years old! This beloved Portland video store is celebrating this milestone at an anniversary celebration you won’t want to...

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Looking for a fun way to celebrate Easter with the whole family? Find an Easter egg hunt or event near your Portland neighborhood or neighboring city.

From...

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If you’re a fan of classic cars, vintage automotive parts or retro collectibles, don’t miss the Portland Swap Meet.

Celebrated as the...

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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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Portland welcomes back a beloved symbol of the city’s history, the Thompson Elk Fountain, and you’re invited to be part of the...

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Head to Sellwood for a special Easter egg hunt for vintage and antique lovers at Stars Antiques Malls.

Opened in 1990, Stars and Splendid Antiques...

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Portland Repair Fair is here to fix your stuff for free.

Portland Repair Fairs are free events that bring together people with various skillsets to help fix items and, most...

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Visit the Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education during Free First Sunday.

The Oregon Jewish Museum and Center for Holocaust Education, or...

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Spring is upon us, and what better way to celebrate the season than by attending the Easter Harvest Celebration at Topaz Farm.

Spend the day enjoying farm...

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Celebrate the return of spring at the Easter Bunny Express train ride with the Oregon Rail Heritage Center.

The Oregon Pacific Railroad is...

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Photo by Hayden Brown

Get your garden ready for the growing season at the Hortlandia Plant and Garden Art Sale.

The sale is hosted by the Hardy Plant Society of Oregon. Founded in 1984,...

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Spring is in full bloom. Celebrate the season by immersing yourself in a sea of vibrant flowers at the French Prairie Gardens Tulip and Flower...

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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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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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Dress in white and play with colors at Portland’s Holi Festival.

The family-friendly event is hosted by Mumbai native DJ Prashant,...

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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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It’s the season 10 premiere of The Tesla City Stories! Go back in time with all-new live episodes on April 3 at the Old...

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