The Weirdest Things to Do in Portland Right Now

Sinister Coffee and Creamery

“Comedians riffing on horror movies with a twist baked into the format - fun if you like offbeat comedy.”

7:00 PM · Salmon Street Springs

“Portland's longest-running weekly social ride — expect a party-paced group, regular stops, and rolling-dive-bar energy.”

7:00 PM · PAM CUT's Tomorrow Theater

“Movie bingo hosted by Violet Hex is silly, interactive fun if you're into Portland's weirder nightlife.”

7:00 PM · Clinton Street Theater

“Shrektember screening of the weakest sequel, but $10 nostalgia in a dark theater still works fine.”

Ponderosa Lounge & Grill

“Loud pro wrestling show at Ponderosa, not for everyone but a wild pick if that's your night.”

6:00 PM · Wonderwood Springs

“Free pen-and-paper trivia in a goofy fantasy tavern, low stakes and no cover, good if you've got a team.”

7:00 PM · Clinton Street Theater

“A cult-cinema host riffs live on a genuinely deranged 1985 horror anthology, pure so-bad-it's-good chaos.”

9:00 PM · Devils Point

“Karaoke sung alongside the club's dancers at a punk dive - weird and specific, go if that sounds fun not shocking.”

11:55 PM · Dante's

“Cheap night of genre-hopping dance music at Dante's, details are thin so go in without expectations.”

8:00 AM · 2079 W Burnside St, Portland, OR 97209

“A long, goofy loop ride hitting Taco Bells across two states, built for cyclists who want an all-day adventure, not a casual pedal.”

VEGA 360

“One-night dance showcase curated by local choreographers at VEGA 360 — thin on details but a solid bet for something offbeat.”

4:00 PM · Helium Comedy Club

“A comedian and drag artist sharing a set at Helium, good if you like your comedy with some camp mixed in.”

7:00 PM · Clinton Street Theater

“Widely considered the weakest Shrek sequel, but Shrektember completionists won't need much more than $10.”

10:30 PM · Jack London Revue

“Late-night burlesque cabaret with Rose City dancers, hosted by the Mad Marquis, kicks off after the opening music set.”

10:30 PM · Clinton Street Theater

“Weekly Rocky Horror with a live cabaret cast - go if you're up for a rowdy, campy midnight crowd, not for a quiet night in.”

11:30 PM · Dante's

“A genre-mashup dance night, disco to glam to metal to punk to hip-hop, at Dante's for about a dollar in.”

12:30 PM · Darcelle XV & Co.

“Legit drag legend venue with big brunch crowd energy - fun with a group, less so if you want quiet.”

2:00 PM · Portland Art Museum

“A stylish 1993 Almodóvar black comedy with a Gaultier wardrobe, screened as part of a fashion-and-film series — niche but fun if that's your thing.”

9:00 PM · Star Theater

“A cheap goth-industrial-darkwave dance party at Star Theater, straightforward if that's your scene.”

9:00 PM · Suki's Bar

“Free karaoke with a drag twist on Hawthorne - low-cost night out, solo-friendly if you're up for singing.”

9:00 PM · Devils Point

“Karaoke sung alongside the club's dancers at a punk dive - weird and specific, go if that sounds fun not shocking.”

10:00 PM · Dante's

“Portland's longest-running weekly burlesque and fire show, but arrive early since GA seating isn't guaranteed.”

12:00 PM · TBA

“A Monday midday bike ride with basically zero details beyond 'like the other one but daytime,' low commitment if you're free.”

9:00 PM · Dante's

“25-year-running live-band karaoke Monday at Dante's - reliable and rowdy if that's your scene.”

7:00 PM · Salmon Street Springs

“Portland's longest-running weekly social ride — expect a party-paced group, regular stops, and rolling-dive-bar energy.”

7:00 PM · Clinton Street Theater

“The best-loved Puss in Boots spin-off, a solid $10 Shrektember pick if you're working through the series.”

Kelly's Olympian

“A lineup of acts at Kelly's Olympian with almost no info given - go if you like low-key dive bar shows and don't need details first.”

6:00 PM · Wonderwood Springs

“Free pen-and-paper trivia in a goofy fantasy tavern, low stakes and no cover, good if you've got a team.”

7:00 PM · Clinton Street Theater

“It's a raucous drag comedy night with local performers riffing off each other — great if you want to laugh loud with a crowd.”

7:30 PM · Ladd Circle, Portland, OR

“A casual mini-games kickoff for the cargo bike weekend, low stakes if you just want to hang with bike people.”

9:00 PM · Devils Point

“Karaoke sung alongside the club's dancers at a punk dive - weird and specific, go if that sounds fun not shocking.”

11:55 PM · Dante's

“Cheap night of genre-hopping dance music at Dante's, details are thin so go in without expectations.”

3:30 AM · PAM CUT's Tomorrow Theater

“Another Tomorrow Theater screening with thin details, one for people who already trust this venue's picks.”

Aladdin Theater

“Touring fantasy-football comedy podcast, early and late shows, a niche pick if you're into it.”

2:00 PM · Portland Art Museum

“A gonzo art-house queer teen film, worth it if you want something stranger and edgier than a normal museum outing.”

6:00 PM · Pizza Thief

“A low-key bike-hang afterparty to watch racers finish over pizza and drinks, not a ride itself.”

10:30 PM · Jack London Revue

“Late-night burlesque cabaret with Rose City dancers, hosted by the Mad Marquis, kicks off after the opening music set.”

11:00 PM · Clinton Street Theater

“A beginner-friendly Rocky Horror screening with a host teaching callbacks and the Time Warp, good for first-timers.”

11:30 PM · Dante's

“A genre-mashup dance night, disco to glam to metal to punk to hip-hop, at Dante's for about a dollar in.”

9:00 AM · Alberta Park

“Free cargo bike polo tournament at Alberta Park - fun chaos to watch, or bring your bike and play.”

Revolution Hall

“Oklahoma noise-rock with Soul Glo and Virga, a loud and heavy lineup, not a laid-back night.”

12:30 PM · Darcelle XV & Co.

“Legit drag legend venue with big brunch crowd energy - fun with a group, less so if you want quiet.”

6:00 PM · Clinton Street Theater

“21+ drag, burlesque and circus variety show built for queer and POC performers and audiences - good if you want a lively, welcoming crowd.”

9:00 PM · Star Theater

“A cheap goth-industrial-darkwave dance party at Star Theater, straightforward if that's your scene.”

9:00 PM · Suki's Bar

“Free karaoke with a drag twist on Hawthorne - low-cost night out, solo-friendly if you're up for singing.”

9:00 PM · Devils Point

“Karaoke sung alongside the club's dancers at a punk dive - weird and specific, go if that sounds fun not shocking.”

10:00 PM · Dante's

“Portland's longest-running weekly burlesque and fire show, but arrive early since GA seating isn't guaranteed.”

Crystal Ballroom

“Prog/math-rock bill with three other bands, a long night of technical, high-energy sets.”

9:00 PM · Dante's

“25-year-running live-band karaoke Monday at Dante's - reliable and rowdy if that's your scene.”

Aladdin Theater

“Perfume Genius brings art-pop mood and atmosphere in a stripped-down duo set — good for losing yourself in the sound.”

7:00 PM · foster food carts

“Food carts, a beer tent, and a bonfire before a biweekly night ride—casual and welcoming to newcomers.”

7:00 PM · Salmon Street Springs

“Portland's longest-running weekly social ride — expect a party-paced group, regular stops, and rolling-dive-bar energy.”

7:00 PM · Helium Comedy Club

“A comedy psychic act from an AGT alum, worth it if mentalism-as-comedy sounds fun rather than gimmicky.”

6:00 PM · Wonderwood Springs

“Free pen-and-paper trivia in a goofy fantasy tavern, low stakes and no cover, good if you've got a team.”

9:00 PM · Devils Point

“Karaoke sung alongside the club's dancers at a punk dive - weird and specific, go if that sounds fun not shocking.”

11:55 PM · Dante's

“Cheap night of genre-hopping dance music at Dante's, details are thin so go in without expectations.”

2:00 PM · Portland Art Museum

“Carpenter's shape-shifting alien classic on the big screen, a solid pick if you already love horror.”

7:00 PM · Clinton Street Theater

“Two indie animators screen new work and talk shop — niche but cool if you're into animation or comics culture.”

10:30 PM · Jack London Revue

“Late-night burlesque cabaret with Rose City dancers, hosted by the Mad Marquis, kicks off after the opening music set.”

10:30 PM · Clinton Street Theater

“Weekly Rocky Horror with a live cabaret cast - go if you're up for a rowdy, campy midnight crowd, not for a quiet night in.”

11:30 PM · Dante's

“A genre-mashup dance night, disco to glam to metal to punk to hip-hop, at Dante's for about a dollar in.”

12:30 PM · Darcelle XV & Co.

“Legit drag legend venue with big brunch crowd energy - fun with a group, less so if you want quiet.”

9:00 PM · Star Theater

“A cheap goth-industrial-darkwave dance party at Star Theater, straightforward if that's your scene.”

9:00 PM · Suki's Bar

“Free karaoke with a drag twist on Hawthorne - low-cost night out, solo-friendly if you're up for singing.”

9:00 PM · Devils Point

“Karaoke sung alongside the club's dancers at a punk dive - weird and specific, go if that sounds fun not shocking.”

10:00 PM · Dante's

“Portland's longest-running weekly burlesque and fire show, but arrive early since GA seating isn't guaranteed.”

7:00 PM · Clinton Street Theater

“The original slasher classic on the big screen — solid for horror completists, skippable if you've already seen it many times.”

9:00 PM · Dante's

“25-year-running live-band karaoke Monday at Dante's - reliable and rowdy if that's your scene.”

Powell's City of Books

“A talk with the guy who actually invented the Leatherman multi-tool, a fun niche pick for gear nerds.”

7:00 PM · Clinton Street Theater

“This one adds actress Amy Steel in person for photos and autographs — mainly worth it if you want that meet-and-greet.”

6:00 PM · Bird Alliance of Oregon

“An online class on local bats — a decent watch if you're into weird nature facts, not a night-out event.”

7:00 PM · Clinton Street Theater

“Third installment in the franchise, standard theater screening — only worth it if you're doing the full marathon.”

6:00 PM · Wonderwood Springs

“Free pen-and-paper trivia in a goofy fantasy tavern, low stakes and no cover, good if you've got a team.”

7:00 PM · Clinton Street Theater

“This one comes with a Rue Morgue editor hosting discussion after — more substance than a plain screening if you like horror commentary.”

9:00 PM · Devils Point

“Karaoke sung alongside the club's dancers at a punk dive - weird and specific, go if that sounds fun not shocking.”

11:55 PM · Dante's

“Cheap night of genre-hopping dance music at Dante's, details are thin so go in without expectations.”

Portland Spirit Salmon Springs Dock

“A 3-hour silent disco masquerade cruise on the Willamette - go if dancing on a boat sounds fun.”

7:00 PM · Clinton Street Theater

“Director's cut with a live shadowcast acting along to the movie — good if you want a rowdy, participatory night, not a quiet watch.”

10:30 PM · Jack London Revue

“Late-night burlesque cabaret with Rose City dancers, hosted by the Mad Marquis, kicks off after the opening music set.”

11:00 PM · Clinton Street Theater

“The classic callback-and-props cult screening, scaled back from the full shadow cast but still fun for first timers.”