Celebrates Chinese heritage and traditions, fostering a sense of belonging and pride among Chinese communities while educating others about rich Chinese cultural history.

East Portland Heart & Soul: A Community Press-In is a high-energy, multigenerational celebration designed to bring the "Maker" spirit to the heart of District 1. Hosted at the East Portland Community Center, this event invites neighbors of all ages to step up to professional heat presses and "wear their truth" by creating custom apparel on the spot.

Free cotton candy, countless games, loads of prizes, and a whole lot of community!

Join and dance the night away! They will have food vendors and family-friendly activities, including face-painting and adorable baby goats from Portland Goat Parties.

The Hey Doc Clinic Community Care Block Party supports and spotlight Inner Eastside small businesses while creating opportunities for community members and neighbors to shop locally, connect with our healthcare providers, enjoy live music, and participate in hands-on education and wellness experiences.

East Portland Collective's Lents PRIDE Market & Show Hosted at the Lents Farmers Market: Culturally vibrant LGBTQIA+ makers market, featuring locally made arts and crafts, a drag show, and queer standup comedy acts, in the heart of the Lents International Farmers Market, surrounded by a variety of fresh produce, ready-to-eat meals and artisan treats.

A block party hosted by the Community for Positive Aging! The road will be shut down on 40th between Sandy Boulevard and Hancock Street. There will be live music, art, food, and activities for all ages.

The 8 Seconds Rodeo is a community-centered celebration of Black western heritage, blending rodeo sport, art, and storytelling. Hosted in Portland, the event brings together riders, families, and fans for a day of competition, cultural connection, and joyful gathering.

This free, all-ages event is hosted by Luvjonez and Free Tillman, and showcases BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ artists while featuring live performances, community partner tables, and multi-genre sounds spanning hip hop, dance, electronic, turntablism, and experimental music.

This carnival features local queer vendors, carnival games, clowns, live performances, delicious food, and workshops!

Annually, millions of people across America join the African American community in celebrating “Juneteenth”. In Portland, we honor this day with a community parade “The Clara Peoples Freedom Trail Parade,'' and a public festival located at Lillis-Albina Park located on N. Russell and N. Flint. 

Join Art in Oregon at Studio 516 Gallery this Juneteenth for an evening celebrating the BLACK MATTER family of artists. Experience a vibrant gathering of creative voices, with live music, food, and artwork that reflects the depth, resilience, and brilliance of Black artistic expression. Come be in community and honor the power of art as connection, reflection, and liberation.

The Brazilian Block Party celebrates Brazilian culture through music, dance, and connection. The event brings together local DJs, artists, vendors, and community members to share the vibrant rhythms of Brazil—from classic grooves to contemporary sounds.

FamJam Summer Opener is a free, all-ages, substance-free event at Portland Dream Plaza. We open the streets for people to show up and bring spaces back to life. Expect live music, all-wheel action (skateboarding, rollerskating, scootering), basketball, live painting, circus arts, a roller skate clothing swap, and free food.

The Everything Under the Sun Parade is an annual community procession that celebrates radical joy and reclaims the creative power of ordinary people to sculpt a just future. It’s a people-powered puppet parade!

BWP Con is a day-long event including: workshops, trivia, cosplay, and panels from comics professionals, along with over 50 vendors selling their own art and goods. Invited guests include comic book writers and artists, with work for publishers ranging from Scholastic to Marvel.

In 2026, the Portland Rose Festival proudly introduces an exciting evolution of two beloved traditions: the CareOregon Grand Floral Starlight Parade.

Get ready to kick back and have a blast at this in-person bash celebrating everything production. Whether you're a pro or just love good vibes, this party’s for you. Great people, cool tunes, and a whole lot of fun await!

As the Burnside Bridge turns 100, let’s recognize and celebrate its longstanding history and deep connection the community has to the Burnside Bridge.

The Cinema Unbound Awards, presented by PAM CUT // Center for an Untold Tomorrow, celebrate the intersection of art and cinematic storytelling. This annual event, a highlight of the West Coast cultural calendar, honors internationally renowned creative polymaths—visionaries who push the boundaries of media arts, shaping the future through their storytelling, joy, and innovative perspectives.

The Pacific Northwest Florist Botanical Couture Fashion show is the kick off event for the 2026 Bloomtour PDX held on May 21st at 11:00AM at Directors park. The Botanical couture Fashion show is a free and public event. Botanical couture is wearable floral art and a very creative and artistic expression of Floral design. Designers are all local small business owners and Floral artists and utilize many different techniques to produce each unique design.

Calling all mamas, aunties, friends & families!

It’s time to celebrate spring at our Mothers/Aunties Day SPRING Indigenous Marketplace!

Join us for a beautiful day filled with live music, art, delicious food, a fun raffle, and so much more!

The St. Johns Bizarre — “the only Portland street festival that matters” — returns May 9, 2026, for its 17th year!