Finance

Black and white photo of children getting off of a train named the "Portland Zoo Railway."

Culture

Entry prices for Portland attractions: opening day vs. today

Inflation is no fun, but these five Portland attractions have grown their number of offerings as their admission fees increased.

April 14, 2025 12:39 PM

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Portland's skyline is half in shadow and half illuminated by the sunset. IN the background, dark purple storm clouds catch rays of sunlight.

Business

Breaking down the cost of living in Portland

How much does it cost to live in the City of Roses compared to other cities and the US national average? Let’s crunch some numbers.

August 20, 2024

Staff

A letter board reading taxes sits on top of American currency.

Finance

Prepare and file your taxes for free in Portland

You may not have to spend a dime on the way to getting your tax refund.

March 14, 2024

Ben McBee

An aerial shot shows a new neighborhood with a playground and outdoor recreation center nearly completed in Pleasant Valley, a neighborhood in Gresham.

Real Estate

Predicting Portland real estate trends for 2024

Interest rates are set to fall, but what will prices do? Hear from one local expert.

January 12, 2024

Ben McBee

a man and a boy stand in a forest setting wearing fake moss mustaches

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Restaurant Roundup: New and coming-soon restaurants in Portland

Dining in Portland is always a fresh experience, with new restaurants popping up all the time — and more on the way.

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Want to reach Portland locals? Here’s the easiest way to advertise right now

Reach your local community with our help.

August 8, 2025

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Play

The ultimate guide to sushi restaurants in Portland, from casual bites to special nights

Grab the chopsticks — it’s about to get tasty.

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Date night ideas for every type of Portlander

Got a hot new fling? Hoping to spice things up with your longtime partner? We’re here to help plan your next date in the City of Roses.

July 9, 2025

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People sit at tables near the Country Cat Cafe inside Portland International Airport's new main terminal, which features a 9-acre wooden ceiling, live trees, and re-oriented airline check-in counters.

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All you need to know about Portland International Airport

To help make your entire process at PDX as smooth as possible, we’ve created a guide that covers everything from gates and parking to details on the airport’s 70 nonstop flights.

July 1, 2025

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Culture

Save the Dates: 21 big events coming to Portland in 2025

Whew, 2025 is shaping up to be an eventful year in Rose City.

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The best spots for your best friend — our favorite dog-friendly places in Portland

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A ramp leads down to a river dock with skyscrapers on the other side of the water

Play

Places to paddle around Portland

Whether you prefer a kayak, canoe, or SUP, there are many rivers and lake around Portland where you can go for a float.

June 6, 2025

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A small child of about 4 or 5 plays on a miniature CAT construction machine in the sandbox at DiG PDX.

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Kid-friendly activities in Portland

We’re highlighting the best kid-friendly activities that Portand has to offer — complete with art classes, animal encounters, and outdoor fun.

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A woman dressed as Rosie the Riveter flexes as she marches in a Portland Rose Festival parade in Portland, Oregon.

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The Portland Rose Festival is back and blooming

The theme for 2025 is “All Together Now” and will features mainstay events like the Grand Floral Parade, CityFair, and dragon boat races.

May 20, 2025

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