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Today39 events
FreeWed, Sep 16
Storytime at Washington County Libraries
Libraries across Washington County
“There's a storytime nearly every day at Washington County libraries, so just pick whichever time and branch fits your kid.”
FreeWed, Sep 16
Storytime at Multnomah County Libraries
Libraries across Mulnomah County
“Multnomah County libraries run lots of storytime formats, pajama and bilingual included, so it's easy to find one that fits.”

Wed, Sep 16
TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition at OMSI
OMSI
“It's a paid museum exhibit of real Titanic artifacts, solid if you like history but nothing spontaneous about it.”
$10Wed, Sep 16
PDX Fried Chicken Week
PDX Parent
FreeWed, Sep 16
El Grito Portland
Moda Center
$8 – $9Wed, Sep 16
Watch Spider-Man at OMSI
OMSI
Wed, Sep 16 · 12:00 AM
Trinity Alps (was: Cathedral Peak and Amphitheater Mountain (Fall 2026))
Mazamas
Wed, Sep 16 · 8:00 AM
Hardy Mr. Hamilton
Mazamas
“A tough 14-mile, 3100-ft Mazamas ridge hike to Mt. Hamilton with a long drive — bring a Discover Pass.”
FreeWed, Sep 16 · 8:30 AM
Bonanza Trail Party – Mt. Hood
Hoodland Sport & Fitness
Free to attendWed, Sep 16 · 9:00 AM
Swan Island Annual Dahlia Festival
Swan Island Dahlias at 995 NW 22nd Ave, Canby, OR 979013
“Free to wander 50 acres of dahlia fields with weekend live music, a relaxed and pretty way to spend an afternoon.”
Wed, Sep 16 · 9:00 AM
Trinity Alps Siligo and Gibson Peaks(was: Cathedral Peak, West Ridge)
Mazamas
Wed, Sep 16 · 9:00 AM
Trinity Alps Seven Up Peak (was: Amphitheater Mountain, West Route)
Mazamas
Wed, Sep 16 · 2:00 PM
Ramona Falls Loop (Afternoon Hike)
Mazamas
FreeWed, Sep 16 · 3:00 PM
Salt Straw After School Happy Hour
Salt n' Straw

Wed, Sep 16 · 3:00 PM
Kenton Farmers Market
Kenton Farmers Market
“Smaller neighborhood market, a dozen vendors, an easy midweek stop for fresh food in North Portland.”

Wed, Sep 16 · 3:00 PM
Special Pop-Up Makers Market
Portland Farmers Market
FreeWed, Sep 16 · 4:00 PM
Bike Social Hour
Rainbow Road Pub
FreeWed, Sep 16 · 4:00 PM
Teen Health Expo
21st Avenue between Main Street and College Way
Wed, Sep 16 · 4:00 PM
ET Drags & Hot Summer Nights Cruise - In
Portland International Raceway

Wed, Sep 16 · 5:00 PM
Dunn Otter
Kenton Farmers Market
“Free Celtic folk duo busking the Kenton market for two hours, nice if you're grabbing produce anyway.”
Wed, Sep 16 · 5:30 PM
Crows cruise
Hassalo Plaza
FreeWed, Sep 16 · 6:00 PM
All Wheels Welcome - A Nomad Cycles Community Ride
Nomad Cycles PDX/ Adaptive BikeTown

Wed, Sep 16 · 6:00 PM
550 Species and Counting: What You Need to Know About Bird Flu
Bird Alliance of Oregon
“An online talk breaking down what bird flu means for local bird populations.”
FreeWed, Sep 16 · 6:30 PM
B-Side Records & Vintage Open Mic: All Ages, All Formats
B-Side Records & Vintage: Milwaukie
“Casual weekly open mic at a record shop, open to any age or format, from bands to poetry.”
$13.91Wed, Sep 16 · 7:00 PM
SERTRALINE with Earkiller, Wasted and Half Mast
Star Theater
Wed, Sep 16 · 7:00 PM
Boz Scaggs
Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall
$13.86–$20.01Wed, Sep 16 · 7:00 PM
Intermediate Two-Step Lessons with Peggy and Dillon
Showdown Saloon
“This is for dancers who already know two-step — no beginner review, so it'll feel fast if you're new.”

Wed, Sep 16 · 7:00 PM
Blue Train
Aladdin Theater
Wed, Sep 16 · 7:00 PM
Untapped Trivia at Bye and Bye
The Bye and Bye
“Free trivia at a well-loved Alberta Street vegan bar, reportedly one of the city's best trivia nights.”
Wed, Sep 16 · 7:00 PM
Untapped Trivia at Von Ebert Mississippi
Von Ebert Brewing – Mississippi
“Free weekly trivia at the Mississippi Ave taproom - description's thin but it's a solid free team option.”
Wed, Sep 16 · 7:00 PM
Lauren Lapkus & Mary Holland
Helium Comedy Club
“Two sharp improv comedians sharing a bill — good bet if you want a lively night of stand-up with a friend.”

Wed, Sep 16 · 7:00 PM
SOLD OUT: Sub Urban - The Bell Tolls Tour
Polaris Hall

Wed, Sep 16 · 7:00 PM
Mama Sam & The Jam / Glam Country (Double Album Release)
Mississippi Studios
$10Wed, Sep 16 · 7:00 PM
SALOME (1972) (Church of Film)
Clinton Street Theater
FreeWed, Sep 16 · 8:00 PM
Westside Wednesday Ride #139
Beaverton Transit Center
$32.42–$83.92Wed, Sep 16 · 8:00 PM
CHRISSY CHLAPECKA with Slajer
Dante's

Wed, Sep 16 · 8:00 PM
Comedian Clash
Hawthorne Theatre
Wed, Sep 16 · 8:00 PM
Sub Urban
Polaris Hall
$15.92Wed, Sep 16 · 8:30 PM
Whiskey Wednesday with William Surly & the Barroom Gospel and Keston Brouillette & the Pickled Hearts
Showdown Saloon
Tomorrow9 events
FreeThu, Sep 17
Storytime at Washington County Libraries
Libraries across Washington County
“There's a storytime nearly every day at Washington County libraries, so just pick whichever time and branch fits your kid.”
FreeThu, Sep 17
Storytime at Multnomah County Libraries
Libraries across Mulnomah County
“Multnomah County libraries run lots of storytime formats, pajama and bilingual included, so it's easy to find one that fits.”

Thu, Sep 17
TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition at OMSI
OMSI
“It's a paid museum exhibit of real Titanic artifacts, solid if you like history but nothing spontaneous about it.”

Thu, Sep 17
CHAP Art Club
CHAP Hillsboro Art Studeio
“A dedicated studio session for kids with medical challenges, so it's built for that specific crowd, not a general craft drop-in.”

Thu, Sep 17
Spanish Story Play Time with Adventures in Spanish
PDX Parent
“An hour of Spanish stories, songs, and play for young kids—location changes, so check the host's site first.”
$10Thu, Sep 17
PDX Fried Chicken Week
PDX Parent
Most events are fee, some include admission. Visit the event host's site for details.Thu, Sep 17
Mt Angel Oktoberfest
Mt Angel, OR
$8 – $9Thu, Sep 17
Watch Spider-Man at OMSI
OMSI
Thu, Sep 17 · 12:00 AM
South Broken Jack: Summer 2026
Mazamas
“Sparse listing for a multi-peak Mazamas climb next summer — reach out to the club for actual details.”

