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49 things to do in Portland

World Naked Bike Ride
How to attract attention to dependence on pollution-based transport? The naked bike ride is an answer from Portland

Portland Winter Light Festival
A major winter festival in Portland showcases cutting-edge technology

The Grotto’s Christmas Festival of Lights
A must-see Portland Christmas season attraction

Sahalie and Koosah Falls
Two of the seven best waterfalls in the Cascades and Eugene area

White River West Sno-Park
Spectacular views of Mount Hood and lots of snow activities

Portland Rose Festival
The second largest floral parade in the USA and the largest single-day event in Oregon

Wooden Shoe Tulip Fest in Woodburn, Oregon
One of the most photographed spring destinations in Oregon

Lincoln City Kite Festival
See some of the most colourful and creative kites in the world

Abiqua Falls
A hidden gem of Oregon is especially beautiful in winter

Oregon Brewers Festival
One of the most popular beer festivals on the West Coast

Oregon Truffle Festival
One of the best food festivals in the United States

Lebanon Strawberry Festival
An annual community celebration of the favourite local crop

Portland 4th of July Fireworks, Parades & Shows
Patriotic weekend is packed with fun events for all ages

Oregon International Auto Show
The largest auto show of the Pacific Northwest

Tigard Festival of Balloons
A colourful festival of hot air balloons in Tigard, close to Portland

Portland Marathon
A historical race offers a grand tour of Portland's landmarks

Teddy Bear Toss
Bring stuffed toys to hockey matches to support a heart-melting charity activity

West Coast Giant Pumpkin Regatta
One of the most funny Halloween festivals in Oregon

Oregon Fall Colors
From the Pacific Coast to the Cascade Range, there's a lot to see in Oregon every autumn

White Pass Winter Carnival
One of the most popular winter events in the Cascades

Chinese New Year
Take part in the festivities in Portland's Lan Su Garden during the day or enjoy its glowing lanterns at night

Latourell Falls
A gorgeous plunge waterfall, flowing from basalt cliffs

Portland Fall Colors
Explore one of the largest municipal parks in the United States and more

Halloween in Portland: Festivals, Competitions & Haunted Events
Celebrate Funtober in Portland

Christmas Lights in Portland
Immerse yourself in holiday magic during long winter nights

Cherry Blossoms in Portland
Portland has a bunch of beautiful places with cherry blossoms

Oregon International Air Show at McMinnville Airport
The historical air show adds a new location

Hummingbirds in Oregon
Prepare your backyard properly and stand a chance to observe eight types of hummers in Oregon

Clackamas County Fair & Canby Rodeo
Enjoy the animals, shows, foods, and multiple attractions at Clackamas County Fairgrounds

Witch Paddle on the Willamette River
Wizards and witches storm the Willamette River during Halloween

Oregon Renaissance Faire
Enjoy three weekends in the company of knights, wizards, faeries, dragons, witches, goblins, elves, and all kinds of fairytale characters

Portland Jazz Festival
The annual celebration of the rich local jazz scene

Portland Celtic Fantasy Faire
Feel like a real Celt at this amazing Middle-Ages festival

Elephant Garlic Festival
Celebrate the harvest with food, music, and fun activities for the whole family

Silverton Christmas Market
Over 1.5 million Christmas lights plus snowless tubing, vendors, and music

Coast Starlight Train Trip
The 35-hour Coast Starlight journey passes through astonishing views of the Cascade Range, Mount Shasta, and the Pacific Ocean shoreline

Newport Seafood & Wine Festival
Gourmet seafood cuisine and regional wines in the coastal city of Newport, Oregon

Krampus in Portland
Adorned with horns and fangs, the demonic creature from Alpine folklore creeps through the streets of Portland