March PlanAhead: Your Portland events calendar

Happy March, Portland. 🌷

We’re living for the return of spring and summer on the horizon. There are so many things to do this time of year as the weather improves — from visiting fields of blooming tulips to shopping for fresh seasonal produce at farmers markets. We’ve found something for everyone to enjoy in the City of Roses.

Note: Health safety protocols can change rapidly to curb the spread of COVID-19 in Portland. Please make sure to check event listing pages + venue websites for the most up-to-date information.

All month long

• Cascade Festival of African Films | Fri., Feb. 4-Sat., March 5 | Times vary | Online + in-person | Free | This series celebrates Africa’s achievements, its failures + future possibilities.
• PSU Farmers Market | Tues., March 1-Thurs., March 31 | 9 a.m.-2 p.m. | South Park Blocks at Southwest Park Avenue + Southwest Montgomery Street | Free | Find fresh, local food + handcrafted items year-round, rain or shine. 🧑‍🌾
• To Survive on This Shore | Tues., Feb. 8-Sat., Apr. 30 | Times vary | JSMA at PSU, 1855 SW Broadway | Free | This exhibit features photographs + interviews with transgender and gender nonconforming older adults.
• Fashion and Fantasy: The Art of Netsuke Carvings | Sat., Feb. 12-Sun., Apr. 17 | 9 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Portland Japanese Garden | $18.95, included with admission | Discover the history of these fascinating small accessories fashioned from wood, ivory, or porcelain.
• Frida Kahlo, Diego Rivera, and Mexican Modernism | Sat., Feb. 19-June 5, 2022 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Portland Art Museum | $22+ | Explore the avant-garde cultural movement in Mexico through paintings, photos + period clothing. 🎨
• The Nature of Glass | Thurs., Feb. 24-Wed., March 30 | 11 a.m.-7 p.m. | Alberta Street Gallery, 1829 NE Alberta St. Unit B | Free | Linda Gerrard’s fused glass landscapes incorporate vibrant colors.
• Third Annual 6x6x6 Show | Thurs., Mar. 3-Sun., March 27 | 11 a.m.-7 p.m. | Alberta Street Gallery, 1829 NE Alberta St. Unit B | Free | See how creative artists got working within the limited parameters.
• The Very Hungry Caterpillar Show | Sat., Feb. 26-Sun., April 17 | Times vary | Winningstad Theatre, 1111 SW Broadway | Larger-than-life puppets bring the magic of Eric Carle’s beloved books to life on stage.
• August Wilson’s Gem of the Ocean | Sat., March 5-Sun., April 3 | Times vary | Portland Center Stage at The Armory | $21+ | Join Citizen Barlow as he ventures to the City of Bones in a performance about freedom, justice, and salvation.
• Unfinished Business: An Exploration of Grief | Tues., March 1-Sat., April 2 | 11 a.m.-4 p.m. | Blackfish Gallery, 420 NW 9th Ave. | Free | Explore artist Alice Christine Walker’s multimedia exploration of the power of grief to be a transformational tool.
• Feeling Documents: A Liberated Archives Experience | Mon., Feb. 21-Sun., March 27 | 12-5 p.m. | Holding Contemporary, 916 NW Flanders St. | Donations accepted | The multimedia installation by Don’t Shoot Portland furthers the social justice conversation.

Tuesday, March 1-Sunday, March 6

Tuesday, March 1

• Still Woozy | Tues., March 1 | 8 p.m. | McMenamins Crystal Ballroom, 1332 W. Burnside St. | $75+ | This genre-bending singer songwriter from Oakland is ready to bring the house down.
• Drew and Ellie Holcomb | Tues., March 1 | 8 p.m. | Revolution Hall, 1300 SE Stark St #203 | $48+ | Spend the night listening to this talented couple’s Americana tunes.
• Dance Creatively! 3-6 yr olds | Tues., March 1 | 10:15 a.m.-11 a.m. | Sellwood Community House, 1436 SE Spokane St. | $15+ | Help your child gain flexibility, strength, rhythm + balance.
• Erik Larson: 2022 Hatfield Lecture | Tues., March 1 | 7 p.m. | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall | $46+ | The nonfiction author will discuss his book on Winston Churchill and London during WWII.
• 2022 Portland Mardi Gras Parade | Tues., March 1 | 7 p.m. | Starts at Humboldt St + Albina Ave | Free | Put on your beads and wave as the parade makes its way down Mississippi Avenue to Cook Street.
• Mysti Krewe Mardi Gras After Party | Tues., March 1 | 8 p.m. | Mississippi Studios | $5 | Put on your dancing shoes and do the two-step to music from the Too Loose Cajun/Zydeco Band.

Wednesday, March 2

• Women of Influence 2022 | Wed., March 2 | 11 a.m.-1:15 p.m. | Oregon Convention Center | $180 | The 19th annual event celebrates women across the PNW making an impact, cultivating change, and bringing their communities together.
• Rainbow Girls | Wed., March 2 | 8 p.m. | Polaris Hall, 635 N. Killingsworth Ct. | $13 | Enjoy the music of the group self-described as “a gang of sweet angels punching you in the heart.”
• Luau Cinder | Wed., March 2 | 8 p.m. | McMenamins White Eagle Saloon, 836 N. Russell St. | $10 | This punny rub-a-dub funk rock reggae group thrives on improvisation.
• Dough - Comedy Show | Wed., March 2 | 8-10:30 p.m. | Mississippi Pizza Pub, 3552 N. Mississippi Ave. | Free, donations encouraged | Whether you’re feeling cheesy or saucy, you can count on some laughs. 🍕
• Virtual Trivia Night | Wed., March 2 | 5:30 p.m. | Online | $5 | Register by 12 p.m. to join the Humane Society for Southwest Washington as it kicks off its 2022 Walk/Run for the Animals.

Thursday, March 3

• Leslie Odom, Jr. with the Oregon Symphony | Thurs., March 3 | 7:30 p.m. | Arelene Schnitzer Concert Hall | $45+ | The Tony Award-winning actor of “Hamilton” fame takes the stage to perform jazz standards + Broadway hits.
• Luv Jonz 1st Thurday’s | Thurs., March 3 | 8 p.m. | Revolution Hall, 1300 SE Stark St. #203 | Free | Open mic poetry + relaxing and reflective music — it’s a win win.
• Emo Night | Thurs., March 3 | 9 p.m. | Holocene, 1001 SE Morrison St. | $16 | One dollar of every ticket benefits Living The Dream Foundation, benefitting children living with life-threatening illnesses.
• Naked Giants | Thurs., March 3 | 9 p.m. | Doug Fir Lounge, 830 E. Burnside St. | $15 | Despite this Seattle band’s name, we assume they will fit inside the venue and be clothed on stage.
• 70’s Night | Thurs., March 3 | 8-11 p.m. Pope House Bourbon Lounge, 2075 NW Glisan St. | Free | It’s sure to be a groovy affair. ☮️

Friday, March 4

• Vista Snowshoe Tours | Fri., March 4-Sat., March 26 | 2:30 p.m. | Sahale Lodge | $95 | Ride the Vista Express Chairlift up Mt. Hood + hike back down for a dinner at the lodge.
• Pop Up Dinner | Fri., March 4 | Times vary Stone Soup PDX, 306 NW Broadway | $45 | Pick up a Southern inspired menu by Chef Kotie, with all four courses ready to take out.
• An Evening with Bruce Dickinson | Fri., March 4 | 7:30 p.m. | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall | $24.50+ | Fans of Iron Maiden will enjoy hearing the lead singer’s stories and participating in a Q + A session.
• Leading Ladies | Fri., March 4-Sun., April 10 | Times vary | Lakewood Center for the Arts, 368 S. State. St., Lake Oswego | This play blends “Some Like it Hot” + “Twelfth Night.”

Saturday, March 5

• Portland Winterhawks vs. Tri-City Americans | Sat., March 5 | 6 p.m. | Veterans Memorial Coliseum | $41+ | Even with three cities they won’t win in our city.
• Russian Winter: Thcaikovsky & Prokofiev | Sat., March 5 | 7:30 p.m. | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall | $10+ | Enjoy a concert from the young and talented Portland Youth Philharmonic.
• TransVergence: A Trans & Non-binary Community Dance Party | Sat., March. 5 | 8:30 p.m. | The Queen’s Head, 19 SW 2nd Ave. | $10 | Dance the night away and enjoy a specialty cocktail menu while you’re at it.
• Elton Dan & The Rocket Band | Sat., March 5 | 8 p.m. | Alberta Rose Theatre, 3000 NE Alberta St. | This Elton John tribute concert won’t go breaking your heart.
• Monster Jam 2022 | Sat., March 5-Sun., March 6 | Times vary | Moda Center | $42+ | If giant trucks smashing smaller cars revs you up, this is the event for you.
• Ghost of Paul Revere | Sat., March 5 | 9 p.m. | Doug Fir Lounge, 830 E. Burnside St. | $20 | The trio from Maine distills folk, bluegrass, rock + alternative music.

Sunday, March 6

• SheBrew Festival | Sun., March 6 | 12 p.m.-7 p.m. | Castaway Portland, 1900 NW 18th Ave. | $25+ | Raise a glass to celebrate womxn in the craft beer, cider + mead world.
• Dolly Parton & James Patterson | Sun., March 6 | 4:30 p.m. | Online | $30 | Purchase a preorder copy of “Run, Rose, Run” to attend a virtual event with the authors, presented in part by Powell’s Books.
• Somewhere Over the Rainbow | Sun., March 6 | 2 p.m. | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall | $11+ | This children’s concert from the Oregon Symphony features music from Prokofiev’s “Cinderella,” Tchaikovsky’s “The Sleeping Beauty,| plus a medley from ”The Wizard of Oz.”
• Candlelight Sound Bath | Sun., March 6 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Awakenings Wellness Center, 1016 SE 12th Ave. | $33 | Crystal singing bowls + guided meditation designed to help prepare you for a good night’s sleep.

Monday, March 7-Sunday, March 13

Monday, March 7

• Squid | Mon., March 7 | 8:30 p.m. | Wonder Ballroom, 128 NE Russell St. | $23 | With tentacles in many melodies and styles, this English, post-punk band brings a healthy dose of inky intrigue to their music.
• Paint Nite: The Original Paint and Sip Party | Mon., March 14 | 7-9 p.m. | Bethany Public House, 4840 NW Bethany Rd. | $39 | Sip some wine + bring home a work of art made by your own hands. 🎨

Tuesday, March 8

• Black Violin | Tues., March 8 | 8 p.m. | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall | $19.50+ | Creating a distinct blend of classical + hip-hop music, this band challenges stereotypes and breaks down cultural barriers. 🎻
• 2022 Oregon Wine Symposium Live | Tues., March 8-Wed., March 9 | Times vary | Oregon Convention Center | $55+ | Wine professionals will gather to explore themes of climate and business + workforce resiliency, plotting a path forward.
• Low Cut Connie | Tues., March 8 | 9 p.m. | Doug Fir Lounge, 830 E. Burnside St. | $18 | Frontman Adam Weiner always puts on a high-energy performance.
• Glass Animals | Tues., March 8-Wed., March 9 | 8 p.m. | Keller Auditorium | $40+ | The band from London play music from their pop album “Dreamland.”

Wednesday, March 9

• The Wailin’ Jennys | Wed., March 9 | 8 p.m. | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall | This folk trio is on tour for their latest release, titled “Fifteen.”
• The Birthday Massacre | Wed., March 9 | 8 p.m. | Hawthorne Theatre, 1507 SE 39th Ave. | $25+ | Rock out with this Canadian band + special guests Julien-K and Die Robot.
• Retro Roll Open Skate Session | Wed., March 9 | 7-9:30 p.m. | Oaks Amusement Park | $10 | Disco ball + 80s music = time of your life.
• St. Patrick’s Day Bingo | Wed., March 9 | 7-9 p.m. | The Growlerie, 15151 SW Barrows Rd., Beaverton | Free | Try your luck (and enjoy an Irish-themed brew or two). 🍀
• Dine or Drink Out to Support Ukraine | Wed., March 9 | All day | Locations vary | Prices Vary | Participating restaurants in the Columbia River Gorge will donate part of their daily sales to the not-for-profit World Central Kitchen organization.

Thursday, March 10

• Everybody Reads: Mira Jacob | Thurs., March 10 | 7:30 p.m. | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall | $18+ | The author of the illustrated book “Good Talk: A Memoir in Conversations,” leads a literary conversation on racism, love, belonging, and family.
• Portland Annual Spring RV Show | Thurs., March 10-Sun., March 13 | Times vary | Portland Expo Center | $15 | Peruse RVs from several local dealers, like Apache Camping Center.

Friday, March 11

• Justin Bieber | Fri., March 11 | 7:30 p.m. | Moda Center | $90+ | Sing along with this superstar’s yummy music at his Justice World Tour.
• The Tesla City Stories | Fri., March 11 | 8 p.m. | The Old Church Concert Hall, 1422 SW 11th Ave. | $10+ | A night of live onstage vintage radio theater straight out of 1944. 🎙️
• Keep it Tight, Betty White | Fri., March 11-Sat., March 12 | 9 p.m.-2 a.m. | Produce Row Cafe, 204 SE Oak St. | Wish the golden girl a happy posthumous birthday at this queer dance party.
• Snack Fest | Fri., March 11-Sat., March 12 | Times vary | 100 SE Alder St. | Free | Savor treats from vendors + browse the wares at this food-focused market.
• Cherry Blossom Bazaar | Fri., March 11-Sun., March 13 | Times vary | 121 NW 2nd Ave. | Prices vary | Hunt for unique treasures at this rummage sale hosted by the Japanese American Museum of Oregon. 🌸
• Soil Blocks 101 Workshop | Fri., March 11 | 3-4:30 p.m. | Kindred Homestead Supply, 606 Main St., Vancouver | $45 | Learn how to start seeds using soil blocks + take home your own growing kit.

Saturday, March 12

• Abby’s Closet Prom Dress Giveaway | Sat., March 12-Sun., March 13 | Times vary | Oregon Convention Center | Free | High school students are invited to choose from over 7,000 donated dresses. 👗
• 2022 Winter Music Festival | Sat., March 12 | 3 p.m. | Elk’s Lodge, 13121 SE McLoughlin Blvd. | $35+ | Enjoy some good music inside, away from the rain.
• Trail Blazers vs. Washington Wizards | Sat., March 12 | 7 p.m. | Moda Center | $15+ | When we need magic on the court, there’s only one person to look for … you’re a wizard, Anfernee. 🏀
• Portland Winterhawks vs. Vancouver Giants | Sat., March 12 | 6 p.m. | Veterans Memorial Coliseum | $46+ | We don’t know about you, but they look like standard-sized hockey players to us.
• Debby Neely: Create, Carve and Print a Woodblock | Sat., March 12-Sun., March 13 | 9:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. | Oregon Society of Artists, 2185 SW Park Pl. | $195+ | Learn the counterintuitive art of woodblock carving and dabble in its history as well.
• Bricks Cascade | Sat., March 12-Sun., March 13 | Times vary | $11+ | Oregon Convention Center, Halls A + A1 | Amazing LEGO® displays, chances to build + play, plus specialty vendors are all on the block.
• Timbers vs. Austin FC | Sat., March 12 | 7 p.m. | Providence Park | $34+ | The newest team from Texas makes the trip to Soccer City USA.
• Beethoven’s Pastoral Symphony | Sat., March 12-Mon., March 14 | Times vary | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall | $25+ | These vivacious musical arrangements will paint a verdant picture of the German countryside.
• The Downtown Alley Flea Market | Sat., March 12 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Kindred Homestead Supply, 606 Main St., Vancouver | Free | Support local creators + collectors while listening to live music.
• Drags @ Zags - Brunch Painting Party | Sat., March 12 | 12-3 p.m. | The Hotel Zags Portland, 515 SW Clay St. | $55 | Enjoy brunch + art on the patio, with special guests Syra St. James and Valerie Deville.
• Wassail Cider Fest | Sat., March 12 | 2-8 p.m. | Cornelius Pass Roadhouse, 4045 NE Cornelius Pass Rd., Hillsboro | $45+ | Taste local ciders, nibble food, enjoy live music + a parade, and help scare away evil spirits to ensure a bountiful next harvest. 🍎
• Gardening for Beginners | Sat., March 12 | 10 a.m. | Starkey’s Corner Farm and Garden, 31665 NW Scotch Church Rd., Hillsboro | Free | Learn how to set up a garden for spring.
• Bare Root Tree Sale Fundraiser | Sat., March 12 | 9 a.m.-3 p.m. | Hoffman Farms Store, 22242 SW Scholls Ferry Rd., Beaverton | Prices vary | All proceeds benefit the Scholls Women’s Club, which supports a variety of local community programs.

Sunday, March 13

• Joanne Kollman: Oil Portrait Figure In A Day | Sun., March 13 | 9 a.m.-4 p.m. | Oregon Society of Artists, 2185 SW Park Pl. | $95+ | See + paint shapes into a head portrait and full figure, using oils; all skill levels are welcome. 🎨
• Shamrock Run | Sun., March 13 | Times vary | $45+ | Tom McCall Waterfront Park, 98 SW Naito Pkwy. | Test your fitness at distances ranging from a 5k to a half marathon.
• Candlelight Sound Bath | Sun., March 13 | 7-8:30 p.m. | Awakenings Wellness Center, 1016 SE 12th Ave. | $33 | Crystal singing bowls + guided meditation designed to help prepare you for a good night’s sleep.
• Daniel Tiger’s Neighborhood Live! | Sun., March 13 | 2 p.m. | Keller Auditorium | $20+ | Characters from the Emmy Award-winning PBS KIDS TV series go on an interactive journey on the stage.

Monday, March 14-Sunday, March 20

Monday, March 14

• Paint Nite: The Original Paint and Sip Party | Mon., March 14 | 7-9 p.m. | Bethany Public House, 4840 NW Bethany Rd. | $39 | Sip some wine + bring home a work of art made by your own hands. 🎨

Tuesday, March 15

• Franc Moody | Tues., March 15 | 8:30 p.m. | Wonder Ballroom, 128 NE Russell St. | $20 | Vibe with this musical duo from across the pond in London.
• The Backseat Lovers | Tues., March 15 | 8 p.m. | Roseland Theater, 8 NW 6th Ave. | $25 | The indie-rock quartet is ready to jam + show Portland some affection.
• Nesmith Point Trail Party | Tues., March 15 | 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. | Nesmith Point Trail, register for detailed directions | Free | Join the effort to repair the trail, which has been closed since the 2017 Eagle Creek Fire.
• Science Pub Portland: The James Webb Space Telescope | Tues., March 15 | 7-9 p.m. | McMenamins Kennedy School Theater, 5736 NE 33rd Ave. | $5 suggested donation | University of Oregon Professor James Schombert explains the backstory on the famous observatory. 🔭

Wednesday, March 16

• Stewart Copeland: Police Deranged with the Oregon Symphony | Wed., March 16 | 7:30 p.m. | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall | $29+ | The founder + drummer of The Police performs highlights like “Roxanne,” “Don’t Stand So Close to Me,” and “Message in a Bottle.”
• Shen Yun | Wed., March 16-Sun., March 20 | Times vary | Keller Auditorium | $80+ | The classic dance performance is an artistic revival + celebration of China’s cultural heritage.
• Wine Down Wednesday | Wed., March 16 | 4:30-6:30 p.m. | Cafe Du Berry, 6439 S. Macadam Ave. | Free | Be sure to make a reservation to enjoy this complimentary wine tasting + appetizers. 🍷
• Songwriter Soiree 107 | Wed., March 16 | 6-11 p.m. | The Village Ballroom, 704 NE Dekum St. | $15 | Sign up to perform original music, or attend + show support for local artists at this open mic night. 🎤
• Volunteer Fair for Portland Film Festival | Wed., March 16 | 6-8 p.m. | 1126 NW Marshall St. | Free | Join the team of volunteers who keep the organization’s online + in-person programs going.
• Open Style Choreography! | Wed., March 16 | 4:30-5:30 p.m. | Sellwood Community House, 1436 SE Spokane St. | $15+ | Open to grades 6-12, this class gives kids a safe space to learn the latest TikTok dance or shake off the nerves before prom.

Thursday, March 17

• Paddy’s Saint Patrick Festival | Thurs., March 17 | 11 a.m.–12 a.m. | 65 SW Yamhill St. | Free before 2 p.m., $25 after | Bagpipes, Irish dancing, and green beer to benefit the Children’s Cancer Association. ☘️
• George Lopez | Thurs., March 17 | 7 p.m. | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall | $39.50+ | The iconic actor + comedian stops on his OMG Hi! Comedy Tour.
• A Conversation with Composer Anthony Davis | Thurs., March 17 | 7 p.m. | Newmark Theatre, 1111 SW Broadway | Free, reservations required | The Pulitzer Prize-winning composer chats on the set of “The Central Park Five.”
• Nineteen*Twenty | Thurs., March 17-Sat., March 19 | Times vary | Patricia Reser Center for the Arts, 12625 SW Crescen St., Beaverton | $24+ | The creativity of this iconic golden era comes to life through music, art + dance.
• Consider-ation | Thurs., March 17-Sat., March 19 | 5-9 p.m. | PICA, 15 NE Hancock St. | Free+ | Audiences will navigate through unique interactive theater experiences.
• St. Patrick Swayze Day! | Thurs., March 17 | 2 p.m.-11:55 p.m. | The Pharmacy PDX, 2100 NW Glisan St. | Free | While everyone else is drinking green beer and playing the bagpipes, this bar is screening flicks featuring 1991’s “Sexiest Man Alive.”

Friday, March 18

• Albina Scavenger Hunt | Fri., March 18-Sun., April 3 | 6 a.m.-12 p.m. | 2-mile route starting at Dishman Community Center, 77 NE Knott St. | Free | Have fun, get moving, enter a raffle for local prizes + learn about this historically Black neighborhood.
• Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival | Fri., March 18-Sun., May 1 | Times vary | 33814 S. Meridian Rd., Woodburn | $15+ | Fantastic flowers as far as the eye can see. 🌷
• Trixie And Katya Live | Fri., March 18 | 8 p.m. | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall | $39.50+ | An homage to classic girls’ road trip buddy comedies, this comedic musical drag show is a perfect date night with your BFF.
• “The Central Park Five” | Fri., March 18-Sat., March 26 | Times vary | Newmark Theatre, 1111 SW Broadway | $35+ | The Pulitzer Prize-winning show retells the story of five teens accused of crimes they didn’t commit.
• 7th Annual Cuvée Stroll | Fri., March 18 | 5-7:30 p.m. | The Allison Inn & Spa, 2525 Allison Ln., Newberg | $75 | Sample wines from a dozen Willamette Valley vintners + snack on food from local restaurants; proceeds benefit the Yamhill Enrichment Society. 🍷

Saturday, March 19

• John Williams: 90th Birthday Bash | Sat., March 19-Sun., March 20 | Times vary | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall | Celebrate with the iconic cinematic composer’s most memorable scores, including “Star Wars,” “E.T. the Extra-Terrestrial,” “Jaws,” and “Jurassic Park.”
• Learn to Prune Young Trees | Sat., March 19 | 10 a.m.-1 p.m. | Kerns neighborhood | Free | Sharpen your gardening skills before spring; location shared upon registration. 🌳
• Chef Shack - Brandon Lee Bellerose-Rivera | Sat., March 19 | 1-8 p.m. | Flying Fish, 3004 E. Burnside St. | Prices vary | Stop by for the weekly guest chef food cart takeover, along with live music in the afternoon.
• Eduardo Mendonça | Sat., March 19 | 7:30 p.m. | The Old Church Concert Hall, 1422 SW 11th Ave. | $23+ | The Brazil-born musician, composer, arranger + musical director shares the traditional sounds of his home country.

Sunday, March 20

• Worst Day of the Year Ride | Sun., March 20 | Times vary | Lucky Labrador Brewing Company, 915 SE Hawthorne Blvd. | $49 | Throw on your most eccentric costume and take part in this tongue-in-cheek bike ride.
• Portland Winterhawks vs. Seattle Thunderbirds | Sun., March 20 | 5 p.m. | Veterans Memorial Coliseum | $36+ | In the battle of the birds, who will come out on top?
• Couve Clover Run | Sun., March 20 | 8:30 a.m. | 695 Waterfront Way, Vancouver | $20+ | Dress up in festive green and sweat for a good cause.
• Improvisation Classes for Beginners | Sun., March 20-Sun., June 12 | 1-2:30 p.m. | Portland Center Stage at The Armory | $5+ | Unlock your inner creative genius + step outside your comfort zone through fun games, character building, and acting lessons. 🎭
• Festa di San Giuseppe | Mon., March 21 | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Cafe Olli, 3925 NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd. | $80 | Feast on traditional Sicilian foods featuring fish, vegetables + wine.

Monday, March 21-Sunday, March 27

Monday, March 21

• Paint Nite: The Original Paint and Sip Party | Mon., March 21 | 7-9 p.m. | Bethany Public House, 4840 NW Bethany Rd. | $39 | Sip some wine + bring home a work of art made by your own hands. 🎨
• Fear No Music: Locally Sourced Sounds VII | Mon,, March 21 | 7:30-9:30 p.m. | The Old Church Concert Hall, 1422 SW 11th Ave. | $25 suggested donation | Immerse yourself in a sonic landscape showcasing the spirit + diversity of Oregon culture.

Tuesday, March 22

• Elle King | Tues., March 22 | 8 p.m. | McMenamins Crystal Ballroom, 1332 W. Burnside St. | $30+ | Catch the multi-platinum, award-winning recording artist’s Drunk And I Don’t Wanna Go Home Tour.
• Jewelry Making Workshop | Tues., March 22 | 10 a.m. | The Craft Factory, 4555 N. Williams Ave. | $25+ | Create your own rings, pendants, earrings with artist and jewelry designer Kellene Kulas.

Wednesday, March 23

• Trail Blazers vs. San Antonio Spurs | Wed., March 23 | 7 p.m. | Moda Center | $8+ | Saddle up, this matchup kicks off a run of five home games in a week. 🏀
• Charlotte Day Wilson | Wed., March 23 | 7 p.m. | McMenamin’s Crystal Ballroom, 1332 W. Burnside St. | $25 | The Toronto vocalist, producer + multi-instrumentalist will be joined by the singer-songwriter sister duo, Faith & Majesty.
• Peoples’ Farmers’ Market | Wed., March 23 | 2-6 p.m. | 3029 SE 21st Ave. | Free | Enjoy locally grown produce, as well as live music, educational events, cooking demos + more.

Thursday, March 24

• Tinderella: The Modern Musical | Thurs., March 24-Sun., April 17 | Times vary | Brunish Theatre, Antoinette Hatfield Hall, 111 SW Broadway Ave. | $30+ | Is Prince Charming just a swipe away?
• Bubba Ho-Tep | Thurs., March 24 | 10 p.m. | Clinton Street Theater | $6 | In this B-movie, Elvis and JFK never died and are now roommates in a nursing home besieged by soul-sucking mummies.

Friday, March 25

• Trail Blazers vs. Houston Rockets | Fri., March 25 | 7 p.m. | Moda Center | $9+ | Operation failure to launch is a go in Portland. 🏀
• Portland Winterhawks vs. Tri-City Americans | Fri., March 25 | 7 p.m. | Veterans Memorial Coliseum | $39+ | It may be the land of the free, but our defense is sure to lock up the visiting team.
• The Sling Tour: Clairo with Arlo Parks | Fri., March 25 | 8 p.m. | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall | $34.50+ | The talented musician brings songs from her new album, which features guest appearances from Lorde + Jack Antonoff.
• Portland Seafood & Wine Festival | Fri., March 25-Sat., March 26 | Times vary | Portland Expo Center | $12+, kids 10 and under are free | The 16th annual event features fresh seafood + 60 Oregon wineries. 🦀
• Portland Golf Show | Fri., March 25-Sun., March 27 | Times vary | Portland Expo Center Hall D | $14+ | Improve your game with swing lessons, product demos + interviews with the pros. 🏌
• Hyphy Painting Party | Fri., March 25 | 8-10 p.m. | PDX Suite Spot, 24 NW 2nd Ave. | $55+ | Paint a masterpiece + enjoy dinner and music by DJ 94Prynce. 🎨
• An Evening with Steinway Pianist George Ko | Fri., March 25 | 8-10 p.m. | The Old Church Concert Hall, 1422 SW 11th Ave. | $25+ | Treat your ears to the international performer’s original compositions + Chopin interpretations. 🎹
• Empanadas Festival | Fri., March 25-Sun., March 27 | 11 a.m.-8 p.m. | Portland Mercado, 7238 SE Foster Rd. | Prices vary | Take a tour of Latin America’s vibrant flavors all in one location.

Saturday, March 26

• Trail Blazers vs. Houston Rockets | Sat., March 26 | 7 p.m. | Moda Center | $7+ | It’s not déjà vu, we’re actually playing the same team in the same place two nights in a row. 🏀
• Evening of Jazz | Sat., March 26 | 5:30 p.m. | The Heathman Lodge, 7801 NE Greenwood Dr., Vancouver | $100 | The Vancouver Symphony Orchestra’s annual live benefit concert and dinner will feature celebrated jazz clarinetist + saxophonist Ken Peplowski.
• Musicians United for Ukraine | Sat., March 26 | 8-10 p.m. | The Old Church Concert Hall, 1422 SW 11th Ave. | $25 | Enjoy an evening with prestigious Oregon artists with all proceeds supporting Ukrainian refugees through the Portland-based Accent Network.
• Wine Tasting at Torii Mor Winery and Vineyard | Sat., March 26 | 12-5 p.m. | Portland Japanese Garden, 611 SW Kingston Ave. | $100+ | Members and the public are invited to spend the day celebrating “50 Years of Grape Growing” with the garden’s long standing partner.
• Lunch & Soul with Tyrone Hendrix | Sat., March 26 | 12-2 p.m. | Alberta Street Pub, 1036 NE Alberta St. | Free | Enjoy a bite to eat on the patio while listening to some rhythmic tunes.

Sunday, March 27

• Susan Kuznitsky: Pastel Painting – A Test Drive | Sun., March 27 | 9:30 a.m.-4 p.m. | Oregon Society of Artists, 2185 SW Park Pl. | $125+ | Paint with pastels and soak up the various techniques to make your art truly glow.
• Timbers vs. Orlando City SC | Sun., March 27 | 1 p.m. | Providence Park | $35+ | They may have sunshine, but we have the Timbers Army’s songs.
• Capture the Spring: Camellia Floral Arrangement Workshop | Sun., March 27 | 10 a.m.-12 p.m. | 220 Building, 220 NW 2nd Ave. | $75+ | Master floral artists will teach you to create a traditional Chinese floral arrangement — an art that dates back over 1,500 years.
• Holi Hai | Sun., March 27 | 3-7 p.m. | OPALINE, 105 NW 3rd Ave. | $33+ | Come to this celebration of the Indian festival of colors dressed in white to welcome spring and dance with DJ Prashant. 🌈

Monday, March 28-Thursday, March 31

Monday, March 28

• Trail Blazers vs. Oklahoma City Thunder | Mon., March 28 | 7 p.m. | Moda Center | $6+ | The other team’s players are certainly not our thunder buddies.

Tuesday, March 29

• Charli XCX | Tues., March 29 | 8:30 p.m. | McMenamins Crystal Ballroom, 1332 W. Burnside St. | $35 | The English singer + songwriter known for mega hits like “Fancy” brings her “Crash” The Live Tour to town.
• Skateboarding - First Time Clinic | Tues., March 29 | 4:30-6 p.m. | Southwest Community Center, 6820 SW 45th Ave. | $18+ | Learn the fundamentals of pushing + turning, and you’ll be shredding in no time. 🛹

Wednesday, March 30

• Trail Blazers vs. New Orleans Pelicans | Wed., March 30 | 7 p.m. | Moda Center | $9+ | How soon is too soon to see your ex … welcome back to Rip City, CJ McCollum. 🏀
• That Golden Girls Show! | Wed., March 30 | 7:30 p.m. | Newmark Theatre, 1111 SW Broadway | $35+ | The puppet parody of classic “Golden Girl” scenes will delight fans of the show.
• Thorns vs. Angel City | Wed., March 30 | 7 p.m. | Providence Park | $5+ | Help make Soccer City USA hellish for the visiting team.

Thursday, March 31

• Taylor Mac: A 24-Decade History of Popular Music with the Oregon Symphony | Thurs., March 31| 7:30 p.m. | Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall | $29+ | Embark on an entertaining crash course of 240 years (and counting) of American culture and dysfunction.