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🌷 Spring into action
Tulips to the horizon. | Photo by Ben McBee, PDXtoday
Good news, Portland — if you’re reading this, it means you’ve made it out of the dark gloom of winter.
Not only will March bring us both our first 6 p.m. + 7 p.m. sunsets (woohoo!), but it is also brings us several very cool events. Here’s what you have to look forward to in March.
Saturday, March 1
Considered to be the largest continually operating arts and crafts fair in the US, this spectacular bazaar is returning with 150+ vendors.
Join the Shamrock Run, watch Irish dancing and bagpiping, imbibe a pint or two, and cheer for local boxers as they take on Irish fighters at Oregon’s largest St. Patrick’s Day celebration.
No Man’s Land Film Festival | 6 p.m. | Lewis & Clark College | $15+ | This action-packed film fest focuses on the outdoor adventures of women and genderqueer globetrotters.
Friday, Feb. 28
Kathy Griffin: My Life On The PTSD-List | 8 p.m. | Newmark Theatre | $70+ | This satirical comedian holds the Guinness World Record for writing and starring in the most televised stand-up specials.
Saturday, March 1
Thriftpalooza | Saturday, March 1-Sunday, March 2 | Times vary | Portland Expo Center | $5+ | You never know what you may find at this major sustainable marketplace.
Portland Seafood & Wine Festival | Saturday, March 1-Sunday, March 2 | Times vary | Portland Expo Center | $15+ | Sample wines from 30+ Oregon wineries while you feast on local seafood and enjoy some live entertainment.
Sunday, March 2
“Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf? | Sunday, March 2-Sunday, March 30 | Times vary | Portland Center Stage | $24+ | A young couple are invited over for a nightcap at their neighbors’, but then things take a turn for the strange.
Monday, March 3
Skip the Small Talk | 7-9 p.m. | Rogue Eastside Pub & Pilot Brewery | $19 | Get straight to the heart of the matter through provided conversation starters and maybe meet your new beau.
Tuesday, March 4
Portland Mardi Gras Parade | 7 p.m. | N. Mississippi Avenue | Free | Get ready to catch some beads at this giant, free, and family-friendly parade.
Planning spring and summer activities? This local theater has you covered.
Presented by Northwest Children's Theater and School
We’ve done the planning for you, Portland. | Photos provided by Northwest Children’s Theater; Kinderpics | GIF created by PDXtoday
Did someone say booked and busy? From stage productions to creative camps, Northwest Children’s Theater has an exciting lineup of upcoming programs to keep your kids engaged and inspired.
Here are three you’ll want to have on your radar:
Spring break camp | From “Beauty and the Beast” to Pirate Adventures and “Shrek,” your child will gain new skills, make friends, and have a blast during these half- and full-day camps in Portland + Beaverton while school’s out.
Pete the Cat | Onstage at The Judy from March 15 to April 13, catch this laid-back cat and his friends rocking out in a globe-trotting musical adventure based on the popular book series — perfect for ages 4 and up.
Summer camp | Explore 30+ exciting titles like “Bluey’s Big Adventure” and “Mario’s Super Party.” Campers (ages 4-14) can hang with Hagrid, eat tacos with dragons, and dance with Newsies — all while enhancing performance skills.
Oh, baby — if you weren’t already getting excited for the summer, this might do it. We now have the 2025 Project Pabst lineup and it’s packed of hits like Iggy Pop, Death Cab for Cutie, and Japanese Breakfast. The music festival is scheduled for July 26 + 27. Presale tix go live Friday, Feb. 28. (KGW)
Development
A new affordable housing complex has broken ground in the Jade District. The Jade Apartments will include 40 different living units that “honor the cultural and economic diversity of the Jade District.” They’ll be available to folks who make 60% or less of the median income. A project opening date is set for 2026. (Portland Business Journal)
Featured
Hmmm... that looks familiar. A new series of shorts from Pixar, called “Win or Lose,” follows a cast of characters as they prepare for a baseball game and seems to include a jersey design very similar to that of our own Portland Pickles. However, it remains unclear if the resemblance was intentional. (KOIN)
Eat
Popular brunch pop-up Fair Weather is back after closing in 2021 with their menu of waffles, Jasmine rice porridge, coffee, and more. Fair Weather can be found inside Jacqueline’s former location along SE Clinton Street. Brunch runs Wednesday to Sunday and starts at 9 a.m. (Eater Portland)
Outdoors
Something you’ll want to cherry-ish have just started to bud. Our local cherry blossoms are starting to show signs of pink, which means we’re likely only a few weeks away from seeing those fluffy clouds of pink. Expect the trees to reach their peak blooms around March 21. (KOIN)
Listen
Portland Trailblazers’ Toumani Camara deserves a round of applause for his work on defense. What’s his ceiling, though? Get the biggest stories every day from the local experts of the Trail Blazers with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Wellness
Did you know? Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is more common in areas with shorter days + less sunlight during the winter. While SAD symptoms often fade, they can still impact one’s quality of life. That’s why it’s important to connect with the professionals at Active Path Mental Health and explore treatment options.*
Finance
Did you know some credit cards can actually help you get out of debt faster? (It sounds wild, but it’s true.) The secret: Find a credit card with a “0% intro APR” period for balance transfers. This one even offers 5% cash back on your purchases, helping you save even more while you pay down your debt.*
Number
$2,101. That’s the record-breaking price that car insurance premiums are projected to reach in 2025. Read: It’s more important than ever to make sure you’re not overpaying. Review Money’s best car insurance list to see if you could save (maybe up to $1,300 a year).*
Shop
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Finance
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City Guide
Business
🛍️ Let’s get down to (small) business
Name a prettier city at sunrise — we’ll wait. | Photo by @mj3933_captures
Here at PDXtoday, you may already know we’re big on celebrating local, especially our city’s small businesses. Which is why a week dedicated to highlighting the heart of our communities is right up our alley.
Enter: Small Business Week — a national initiative that acknowledges and celebrates the contributions of small businesses — that we’ll be celebrating from Sunday, May 4 to Saturday, May 10.
We want to join in on the celebrations by highlighting some of the best small businesses in our city.
This is where we need your help.
If you own a local small business or know someone who does, celebrate Small Business Week with us by filling out a form about your business. We’ll be selecting businesses to feature in our newsletter throughout the week.
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