Events

In downtown Portland, OR.

In Concert on Downtown's Transit Mall at Sixth and Main

Tuesday April 22nd

In Concert on Downtown's Transit Mall at Sixth and Main is back to bring some midday magic to your week! Every Tuesday and Thursday from 12 to 1 p.m., April 17 through June 24, downtown Portland comes alive with the sounds of talented local artists. This free lunchtime concert series transforms the Transit Mall at Sixth and Main into an open-air stage, showcasing everything from soulful singer-songwriters to energetic bands. Whether you're taking a break from work, grabbing lunch nearby, or just passing through, stop by and soak up the local vibes right in the heart of the city.

10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Mushroom + Wine Dinner

Thursday May 1st

Mushroom + Wine Dinner: A 7-Course tasting menu celebrating mushrooms and wines of the Northwest.   Picture this—your evening starts with a crisp Sparkling Pinot Gris and a delicate mushroom cream puff, setting the stage for an unforgettable night. On May 1, join us for a 7-course dinner celebrating the rich, earthy flavors of mushrooms, each dish thoughtfully paired with an exceptional wine. From comforting Matsutake Miso Soup to elegant Morel Tagliatelle and a surprising White Truffle Ice Cream Sandwich, this menu is a true experience for food and wine lovers alike. EVENT SOLD OUT https://www.opentable.com/booking/experiences-availability?rid=102493&restref=102493&experienceId=452754&utm_source=external&utm_medium=referral&utm_campaign=shared

06:00 PM - 08:00 PM

Impressions of the Sea

Saturday May 10th

Inspired by a lifelong passion for the sea, Debussy's La Mer shimmers with orchestral colors in musical portraits of tranquil waves, brewing storms, and the sun's celestial journey across a radiant sky. And soloist Paul Huang brings his "stylish and polished playing" (Strad) to Korngold's Violin Concerto, which marries European romanticism with the gilded glamour of Hollywood film scores.  https://www.portland5.com/arlene-schnitzer-concert-hall/events/impressions-sea

10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Getshwin's Rhapsody in Blue

Saturday May 17th

Makato Ozone delivers his "thrilling, unabashedly personal rendition" (New York Times) of Gershwin's Rhapsody in Blue — a jazzy, kaleidoscopic tribute to the kinetic energy of America's cities in the 1920s. And composed the same year as the Gershwin, Bartók's Miraculous Mandarin channels the turmoil of post–World War I Europe in a scandalous tale of sex, violence, and the supernatural.https://www.portland5.com/arlene-schnitzer-concert-hall/events/gershwins-rhapsody-blue

10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Portland Rose Festival

Friday May 23rd

The Portland Rose Festival has inspired the public to gather and celebrate against a backdrop of historic external forces for 118 years, demonstrating how our community can carry on traditions and celebrate unity. Portland's Official Festival invites you to participate in the Grand Floral Parade, Starlight Parade, Junior Parade, Queen’s Coronation, CityFair and Fleet Week. Now and always, we welcome all Portlanders and visitors alike to celebrate our floral heritage and community spirit. https://www.rosefestival.org/

10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Starlight Parade

Saturday May 31st

The CareOregon Starlight Parade is the one of the Rose Festival's most popular events offering electrified funky fun for everyone. From traditional marching bands and flood-lit floats, to glow-in-the-dark umbrellas and unique hand-built entries, you’ll see representation from Portland’s diverse community groups (and the surrounding Pacific Northwest region), creating a vibe like no other on Portland's downtown streets. Events like the Starlight Parade are essential to a vibrant and healthy community. https://www.rosefestival.org/events/2025/starlightparade

08:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Scheherazade and Celilo Falls

Saturday June 7th

Featuring fantastical worlds of bewitching lovers and swashbuckling sailors, Rimsky-Korsakov's Scheherazade recalls the queen who saves her life—and those of 1,000 women—with her stories. And Principal Cello and composer Nancy Ives merges music, poetry, and photography to tell the story of the majestic falls of Celilo, Oregon, Although the construction of the Dalles Dam destroyed this central site of Native American life for over 15,000 years, the traditions and resilience of the community live on today. https://www.portland5.com/arlene-schnitzer-concert-hall/events/scheherazade-and-celilo-falls

10:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Rose Festival Grand Floral Parade

Saturday June 7th

A cherished highlight of the Portland Rose Festival, this popular procession is more than just a spectacular floral-filled parade — it’s a beloved annual tradition. For more than 117 years, Portland families, visitors and community groups have been making memories at the Grand Floral Parade. A colorful reflection of local, regional and international communities, the parade draws hundreds of thousands of cheering viewers of every age, along a route that makes its two-mile march along Portland's east-side city streets. https://www.rosefestival.org/events/2025/grand-floral-parade

10:00 AM - 12:00 PM