Upcoming Events
A running archive of events supported by the Events and Film Office
Portland Latin American Film Festival (PDXLAFF)
The Portland Latin American Film Festival (PDXLAFF) celebrates its 20th anniversary by bringing the best of contemporary Latin American cinema to Portland audiences.
RISE Short Film Fest
Rise is a community cinema showcase featuring new short films by members of Catalyst Film Collective, and includes a Q&A with filmmakers, live audience choice awards, and an after-party. This event has built a reputation for not only showcasing diverse filmmakers and films, but as simply one of the best short film programs in Portland, proving that by lifting each other up, we all Rise.
Outdoor School - Encore Screening
Outdoor School is an award-winning narrative feature inspired by the true story of a Portland youth transformed through nature and mentorship. The evening includes a facilitated post-film discussion with local educators and nonprofit leaders, with a portion of ticket revenue supporting regional partners.
Black Anime
Black Anime is an art show and limited screenings series celebrating Black animators.
Doc Camp 2026
Doc Camp is an event for mid-career documentary filmmakers from all over the country where they can gather for case studies with industry leaders, screenings of works-in-progress, timely panel discussions and lifelong community building.
Tag Queer Shorts Festival
Tag! Queer Shorts Festival returns in 2026 for an all-new lineup of fresh and original shorts by queer filmmakers from the Pacific Northwest and around the world. Four unique blocks flesh out the concept of "getting up," a term used in the world of street art to describe the practice of leaving one's mark in the most challenging and visible spaces.