Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Presented by the Portland Scouting GroupsThe parade will be on July 4th, at 10:00am. We will be following the same route as we did last year.
Lineup will be on Riverside Drive starting at 9:00am.
As you arrive on Riverside Drive please pull up into line as we will not have assigned spots in the lineup this year.
Please remember that while there is no throwing of items, you are welcome to place them at people's feet or hand things out.
The VFW will be leading the parade with the scouts immediately following them.
Please fill out this form to sign up. Please email with any questions. I hope you're all having a great spring!
Thank you,
Erica Sheehan
Tuesday, July 9, 2024
​BUSINESS ENHANCEMENT / DISTRICT DESIGN & APPEARANCE
PROMOTING THE COMMUNITY / ANNUAL PROJECTS
Public and Stakeholders welcome
This is HOW we do it! And you can be a part of making a lot of wonderful things happen by joining us.
This is WHEN we do it! on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at City Hall Council Chambers 6:15 - 7:30pm.
Become a regular and see how even more gets done.
This is WHEN we do it! on the 2nd Tuesday of each month at City Hall Council Chambers 6:15 - 7:30pm.
Become a regular and see how even more gets done.
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Sip & Shop ~ Shop & Nibble ~ Grab a bite and a beverage to picnic with music! Show your support and patronage to our downtown businesses on Kent and Bridge who are in construction mode, every day... But celebrate with them each Wednesday that gets us closer to the finish line.
Along with retailers and eateries, we'll present a Makers Market on Maple & Kent from 4-7 each Wednesday - look for their pop-up tents :) Here are links to their offerings!
- Abalone & Sage
- Blackbird Farm & Co
- Blackwolf Woodworking and Iron
- Canopy Art
- Evie Jeans U-Pick Flower Farm
- Killer Coffee
- Missy Rose Studios
- Shilo House Coffee
Sounds of Summer Concert Series has MOVED (from Thu) to WEDNESDAY nights, still at Two Rivers Park Bandshell. After walking around downtown, grab a bite & beverage and come join us for some FREE stellar entertainment (thanks to our generous sponsors). Big SHOUT Out to Neal Mathisen for coordinating :)
Check out the schedule and links:
| Performance Date | Entertainers | SPONSORs |
| June 5, 2024 | Kick Back | Madarang Hoort Law & Fabricated Customs |
| June 12, 2024 | PHS - Jazz | Public Schools |
| June 19, 2024 | Jake & Shelby | Series Sponsors |
| June 26, 2024 | B-Side Growlers | Series Sponsors |
| July 10, 2024 | We Three Strings | ConfluxCity Brewing Co |
| July 17, 2024 | Russ Holcomb | World Wide Marine Insurance |
| July 24, 2024 | Einer Meher | Donating Talent |
| July 31, 2024 | AJ and the Drifters | Series Sponsors |
| August 7, 2024 | Lightning Matches | Series Sponsors |
| August 14, 2024 | The Unusual Suspects | Donating Talent |
| August 21, 2024 | Atomic Annie | Series Sponsors |
| August 28, 2024 | Parted Waters | Series Sponsors |
Wednesday, July 10, 2024
Sounds of Summer Concert Series has MOVED (from Thu) to WEDNESDAY nights, still at Two Rivers Park Bandshell. After walking around downtown, grab a bite & a beverage and come join us for some FREE stellar entertainment.
Big SHOUT Out to Neal Mathisen for coordinating ;)
Check out the schedule and links:
| Performance Date | Entertainers | SPONSORs |
| June 5, 2024 | Kick Back | Madarang Hoort Law & Fabricated Customs |
| June 12, 2024 | PHS - Jazz | Public Schools |
| June 19, 2024 | Jake & Shelby | Series Sponsors |
| June 26, 2024 | B-Side Growlers | Series Sponsors |
| July 10, 2024 | We Three Strings | ConfluxCity Brewing Co |
| July 17, 2024 | Russ Holcomb | World Wide Marine Insurance |
| July 24, 2024 | Einer Meher | Donating Talent |
| July 31, 2024 | AJ and the Drifters | Series Sponsors |
| August 7, 2024 | Lightning Matches | Series Sponsors |
| August 14, 2024 | The Unusual Suspects | Donating Talent |
| August 21, 2024 | Atomic Annie | Series Sponsors |
| August 28, 2024 | Parted Waters | Series Sponsors |
This is part of our support & celebrate construction zone businesses with 'Walk About Wednesdays'
Sip & Shop ~ Shop & Nibble before you head to the park for music! Along with retailers and eateries, we'll present a Makers Market on Maple & Kent from 4-7 each Wednesday - look for their pop-up tents :) Here are links to their offerings!
- Abalone & Sage
- Blackbird Farm & Co
- Blackwolf Woodworking and Iron
- Canopy Art
- Evie Jeans U-Pick Flower Farm
- Killer Coffee
- Missy Rose Studios
- Shilo House Coffee
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Sip & Shop ~ Shop & Nibble ~ Grab a bite and a beverage to picnic with music! Show your support and patronage to our downtown businesses on Kent and Bridge who are in construction mode, every day... But celebrate with them each Wednesday that gets us closer to the finish line.
Along with retailers and eateries, we'll present a Makers Market on Maple & Kent from 4-7 each Wednesday - look for their pop-up tents :) Here are links to their offerings!
- Abalone & Sage
- Blackbird Farm & Co
- Blackwolf Woodworking and Iron
- Canopy Art
- Evie Jeans U-Pick Flower Farm
- Killer Coffee
- Missy Rose Studios
- Shilo House Coffee
Sounds of Summer Concert Series has MOVED (from Thu) to WEDNESDAY nights, still at Two Rivers Park Bandshell. After walking around downtown, grab a bite & beverage and come join us for some FREE stellar entertainment (thanks to our generous sponsors). Big SHOUT Out to Neal Mathisen for coordinating :)
Check out the schedule and links:
| Performance Date | Entertainers | SPONSORs |
| June 5, 2024 | Kick Back | Madarang Hoort Law & Fabricated Customs |
| June 12, 2024 | PHS - Jazz | Public Schools |
| June 19, 2024 | Jake & Shelby | Series Sponsors |
| June 26, 2024 | B-Side Growlers | Series Sponsors |
| July 10, 2024 | We Three Strings | ConfluxCity Brewing Co |
| July 17, 2024 | Russ Holcomb | World Wide Marine Insurance |
| July 24, 2024 | Einer Meher | Donating Talent |
| July 31, 2024 | AJ and the Drifters | Series Sponsors |
| August 7, 2024 | Lightning Matches | Series Sponsors |
| August 14, 2024 | The Unusual Suspects | Donating Talent |
| August 21, 2024 | Atomic Annie | Series Sponsors |
| August 28, 2024 | Parted Waters | Series Sponsors |
Wednesday, July 17, 2024
Sounds of Summer Concert Series has MOVED (from Thu) to WEDNESDAY nights, still at Two Rivers Park Bandshell. After walking around downtown, grab a bite & a beverage and come join us for some FREE stellar entertainment.
Big SHOUT Out to Neal Mathisen for coordinating ;)
Check out the schedule and links:
| Performance Date | Entertainers | SPONSORs |
| June 5, 2024 | Kick Back | Madarang Hoort Law & Fabricated Customs |
| June 12, 2024 | PHS - Jazz | Public Schools |
| June 19, 2024 | Jake & Shelby | Series Sponsors |
| June 26, 2024 | B-Side Growlers | Series Sponsors |
| July 10, 2024 | We Three Strings | ConfluxCity Brewing Co |
| July 17, 2024 | Russ Holcomb | World Wide Marine Insurance |
| July 24, 2024 | Einer Meher | Donating Talent |
| July 31, 2024 | AJ and the Drifters | Series Sponsors |
| August 7, 2024 | Lightning Matches | Series Sponsors |
| August 14, 2024 | The Unusual Suspects | Donating Talent |
| August 21, 2024 | Atomic Annie | Series Sponsors |
| August 28, 2024 | Parted Waters | Series Sponsors |
This is part of our support & celebrate construction zone businesses with 'Walk About Wednesdays'
Sip & Shop ~ Shop & Nibble before you head to the park for music! Along with retailers and eateries, we'll present a Makers Market on Maple & Kent from 4-7 each Wednesday - look for their pop-up tents :) Here are links to their offerings!
- Abalone & Sage
- Blackbird Farm & Co
- Blackwolf Woodworking and Iron
- Canopy Art
- Evie Jeans U-Pick Flower Farm
- Killer Coffee
- Missy Rose Studios
- Shilo House Coffee
Monday, July 22, 2024
The members of Portland Downtown Development Authority Board are people that have a passion for downtown. They have grown up here, created memories here, and love it here. Their dedication stems from their interest in the growth and prosperity of #MiPortland and the community. Our Board aims to ensure that Portland continues to be a place that matters for generations to come.Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Sip & Shop ~ Shop & Nibble ~ Grab a bite and a beverage to picnic with music! Show your support and patronage to our downtown businesses on Kent and Bridge who are in construction mode, every day... But celebrate with them each Wednesday that gets us closer to the finish line.
Along with retailers and eateries, we'll present a Makers Market on Maple & Kent from 4-7 each Wednesday - look for their pop-up tents :) Here are links to their offerings!
- Abalone & Sage
- Blackbird Farm & Co
- Blackwolf Woodworking and Iron
- Canopy Art
- Evie Jeans U-Pick Flower Farm
- Killer Coffee
- Missy Rose Studios
- Shilo House Coffee
Sounds of Summer Concert Series has MOVED (from Thu) to WEDNESDAY nights, still at Two Rivers Park Bandshell. After walking around downtown, grab a bite & beverage and come join us for some FREE stellar entertainment (thanks to our generous sponsors). Big SHOUT Out to Neal Mathisen for coordinating :)
Check out the schedule and links:
| Performance Date | Entertainers | SPONSORs |
| June 5, 2024 | Kick Back | Madarang Hoort Law & Fabricated Customs |
| June 12, 2024 | PHS - Jazz | Public Schools |
| June 19, 2024 | Jake & Shelby | Series Sponsors |
| June 26, 2024 | B-Side Growlers | Series Sponsors |
| July 10, 2024 | We Three Strings | ConfluxCity Brewing Co |
| July 17, 2024 | Russ Holcomb | World Wide Marine Insurance |
| July 24, 2024 | Einer Meher | Donating Talent |
| July 31, 2024 | AJ and the Drifters | Series Sponsors |
| August 7, 2024 | Lightning Matches | Series Sponsors |
| August 14, 2024 | The Unusual Suspects | Donating Talent |
| August 21, 2024 | Atomic Annie | Series Sponsors |
| August 28, 2024 | Parted Waters | Series Sponsors |
Wednesday, July 24, 2024
Sounds of Summer Concert Series has MOVED (from Thu) to WEDNESDAY nights, still at Two Rivers Park Bandshell. After walking around downtown, grab a bite & a beverage and come join us for some FREE stellar entertainment.
Big SHOUT Out to Neal Mathisen for coordinating ;)
Check out the schedule and links:
| Performance Date | Entertainers | SPONSORs |
| June 5, 2024 | Kick Back | Madarang Hoort Law & Fabricated Customs |
| June 12, 2024 | PHS - Jazz | Public Schools |
| June 19, 2024 | Jake & Shelby | Series Sponsors |
| June 26, 2024 | B-Side Growlers | Series Sponsors |
| July 10, 2024 | We Three Strings | ConfluxCity Brewing Co |
| July 17, 2024 | Russ Holcomb | World Wide Marine Insurance |
| July 24, 2024 | Einer Meher | Donating Talent |
| July 31, 2024 | AJ and the Drifters | Series Sponsors |
| August 7, 2024 | Lightning Matches | Series Sponsors |
| August 14, 2024 | The Unusual Suspects | Donating Talent |
| August 21, 2024 | Atomic Annie | Series Sponsors |
| August 28, 2024 | Parted Waters | Series Sponsors |
This is part of our support & celebrate construction zone businesses with 'Walk About Wednesdays'
Sip & Shop ~ Shop & Nibble before you head to the park for music! Along with retailers and eateries, we'll present a Makers Market on Maple & Kent from 4-7 each Wednesday - look for their pop-up tents :) Here are links to their offerings!
- Abalone & Sage
- Blackbird Farm & Co
- Blackwolf Woodworking and Iron
- Canopy Art
- Evie Jeans U-Pick Flower Farm
- Killer Coffee
- Missy Rose Studios
- Shilo House Coffee
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
Sip & Shop ~ Shop & Nibble ~ Grab a bite and a beverage to picnic with music! Show your support and patronage to our downtown businesses on Kent and Bridge who are in construction mode, every day... But celebrate with them each Wednesday that gets us closer to the finish line.
Along with retailers and eateries, we'll present a Makers Market on Maple & Kent from 4-7 each Wednesday - look for their pop-up tents :) Here are links to their offerings!
- Abalone & Sage
- Blackbird Farm & Co
- Blackwolf Woodworking and Iron
- Canopy Art
- Evie Jeans U-Pick Flower Farm
- Killer Coffee
- Missy Rose Studios
- Shilo House Coffee
Sounds of Summer Concert Series has MOVED (from Thu) to WEDNESDAY nights, still at Two Rivers Park Bandshell. After walking around downtown, grab a bite & beverage and come join us for some FREE stellar entertainment (thanks to our generous sponsors). Big SHOUT Out to Neal Mathisen for coordinating :)
Check out the schedule and links:
| Performance Date | Entertainers | SPONSORs |
| June 5, 2024 | Kick Back | Madarang Hoort Law & Fabricated Customs |
| June 12, 2024 | PHS - Jazz | Public Schools |
| June 19, 2024 | Jake & Shelby | Series Sponsors |
| June 26, 2024 | B-Side Growlers | Series Sponsors |
| July 10, 2024 | We Three Strings | ConfluxCity Brewing Co |
| July 17, 2024 | Russ Holcomb | World Wide Marine Insurance |
| July 24, 2024 | Einer Meher | Donating Talent |
| July 31, 2024 | AJ and the Drifters | Series Sponsors |
| August 7, 2024 | Lightning Matches | Series Sponsors |
| August 14, 2024 | The Unusual Suspects | Donating Talent |
| August 21, 2024 | Atomic Annie | Series Sponsors |
| August 28, 2024 | Parted Waters | Series Sponsors |
Wednesday, July 31, 2024
Sounds of Summer Concert Series has MOVED (from Thu) to WEDNESDAY nights, still at Two Rivers Park Bandshell. After walking around downtown, grab a bite & a beverage and come join us for some FREE stellar entertainment.
Big SHOUT Out to Neal Mathisen for coordinating ;)
Check out the schedule and links:
| Performance Date | Entertainers | SPONSORs |
| June 5, 2024 | Kick Back | Madarang Hoort Law & Fabricated Customs |
| June 12, 2024 | PHS - Jazz | Public Schools |
| June 19, 2024 | Jake & Shelby | Series Sponsors |
| June 26, 2024 | B-Side Growlers | Series Sponsors |
| July 10, 2024 | We Three Strings | ConfluxCity Brewing Co |
| July 17, 2024 | Russ Holcomb | World Wide Marine Insurance |
| July 24, 2024 | Einer Meher | Donating Talent |
| July 31, 2024 | AJ and the Drifters | Series Sponsors |
| August 7, 2024 | Lightning Matches | Series Sponsors |
| August 14, 2024 | The Unusual Suspects | Donating Talent |
| August 21, 2024 | Atomic Annie | Series Sponsors |
| August 28, 2024 | Parted Waters | Series Sponsors |
This is part of our support & celebrate construction zone businesses with 'Walk About Wednesdays'
Sip & Shop ~ Shop & Nibble before you head to the park for music! Along with retailers and eateries, we'll present a Makers Market on Maple & Kent from 4-7 each Wednesday - look for their pop-up tents :) Here are links to their offerings!
- Abalone & Sage
- Blackbird Farm & Co
- Blackwolf Woodworking and Iron
- Canopy Art
- Evie Jeans U-Pick Flower Farm
- Killer Coffee
- Missy Rose Studios
- Shilo House Coffee