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The illuminated outline of a martini glass affixed to a multi-story home lights up the night.
History
Portland’s illuminated martini glass in the West Hills
The 30-ft-by-30-ft sign is turned on for the holiday season each year.
November 18, 2025 04:17 PM
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Cambrie Juarez
A red, white and blue hot air balloon rises in the morning sky just above a crowd of people
Events
Tigard’s Festival of Balloons
Up, up, and away to family fun.
June 21, 2024
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Ben McBee
Three people walk in the middle of a downtown roadway that's closed to traffic. Restaurant diners are seated outside on either side.
Food
McMinnville’s outdoor dining series returns for the summer
MacFresco! showcases 41+ businesses in a pedestrian-friendly setting.
June 19, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
Plastic lawn flamingoes stand guard in front of a shiny Airstream trailer, which has a yellow bike in front. The sun is setting off to the right of the frame, casting a warm golden glow over everything.
Travel and Outdoors
Slip away for a stay at these luxurious Airstream parks
Portlanders can take a short trip to wine country or a farther getaway on the Oregon Coast.
June 18, 2024
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Ben McBee
The central chamber in the World Forestry Center is a vaulted, multiple-story space designed to resemble an old growth forest. A stuffed black bear, trees, and fallen logs are in the space, as well as educational signs and displays.
City
Grow your tree knowledge and appreciation at World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum
The museum, which can also be rented for private and corporate events, is located just steps from the TriMet MAX station and across from the Oregon Zoo.
June 7, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
A set of concrete stairs in a neighborhood with flowering trees.
City
Explore Portland’s ‘hidden’ stair walks step by step
Public stairways connect neighborhood streets across the City of Roses, offering views and a free alternative to gym exercise.
June 5, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
People pose along Portland's Eastbank Esplanade during the Portland Pride Run.
Events
Pride is a summer-long celebration in Portland
From concerts to parades, Pride brings three months of festivities to Portland in 2024.
June 3, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
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Sponsored
6 ultimate summer experiences at Topaz Farm on Sauvie Island
Enjoy a slice of Sauvie Island now through October.
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Three drinking vessels on a brown wood table: one contains brown colored liquid with pebble-like ice cubes, another holds a ruby red concoction with mint leaves and lemon peel, and the third is a rectangular-shaped glass with blue skulls and bamboo designs and an orchid garnish.
Food
Cheers: We’re celebrating Drink Up Week — here’s how to join us
We’ll be toasting to the bountiful beverage industry across Portland, OR from Monday, July 22 to Friday, July 26, 2024.
May 24, 2024
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Monica Garske
A family raised their hands inside a tiger on a CityFair carnival ride.
Events
Use all 5 senses to enjoy the Portland Rose Festival
Don’t stop at simply sniffing the flowers — but please, take your time — as you experience the city’s longest-running celebration.
May 23, 2024
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Ben McBee
A rendering shows Ambar Estate's new tasting room at its Newberg, Oregon vineyard. The architecture is moder and light, with lots of glass.
Business
Sip at Ambar Estate’s new tasting room on the summer solstice
The Willamette Valley’s first Regenerative Organic Certified vineyard is hosting a grand opening on Thursday, June 20, featuring elegant vintages and scenic vistas.
May 22, 2024
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Ben McBee
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Lunar New Year celebrations in Portland, OR
The Lunar New Year celebrates the start of spring and a new year on the lunisolar calendar.
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Live
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January 17, 2025
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December 17, 2024
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A spoon in a bowl of clam chowder.
Food
Slurp-worthy soups for you in Portland, OR
Baby, it’s cold outside — warm up with some of our favorite soups around Portland.
December 11, 2024
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Ben McBee
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City
Bundle up for our winter 2024 weather forecast for Portland
Prepare for winter weather with these seasonal temperature and precipitation outlooks.
December 3, 2024
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Ben McBee
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Business
Celebrating Small Business Saturday in Portland
Portland is made up of so many wonderful small businesses, here are a few our readers love in honor of Small Business Saturday.
November 27, 2024
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Staff
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Sports
Portland Trail Blazers launch Rip City Bar Network
Portland Trail Blazers fans now have a list of 25 local bars where they can go to watch every one of the NBA team’s home and away games.
November 22, 2024
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Alina Hunter-Grah
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Culture
PDXtoday’s 2024 holiday gift guide: 90+ gifts for everyone on your list
Including gifts for neighbors, foodies, significant others, homebodies, students, and gifts under $20.
November 21, 2024
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Sarah Leonhardt
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Culture
13 murals around Portland
Check out our guide to some of the meaningful murals you can find around our city.
November 13, 2024
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Cambrie Juarez
Vibrant orange and red fall foliage frames Pittock Mansion.
Real Estate
Portland houses that belong in a Halloween movie
Uncover ghoulish architecture features that make a house look haunting and find out where to see a few around town.
October 28, 2024
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Katie Molck