Free Events in Portland: July 30–August 1
July 29th, 2010
Another exciting weekend of fun free events!
Admission is free for all events below. Enjoy!
All weekend (Friday, Saturday, and Sunday)
PDX Bridge Festival (view the website in Firefox): The two-week celebration continues. Some events are free including a concert, book reading, guided walk, and more.
Trail Blazers Street Jam: Head down to the Rose Quarter to watch the 3-on-3 basketball tournament and enjoy music, a kids basketball clinic, a dunk contest, and more.
PDX Pop Now: Rotture will once again host this annual music festival featuring nearly 50 bands. All ages welcome.
Moliere’s “School for Husbands”: Masque Alfresco presents a modern adaptation of this play every weekend through August. George Rogers Park Memorial Garden, Lake Oswego, 6:30 pm.
Friday, July 30
“GrassRoutes Guide to Portland” Book Release Party: Celebrate the release of this nearly 300-page guide to our city. Illustrations from the book will be on display. Pix Patisserie and Stumptown Coffee will provide refreshments. Land Gallery, 6:00 pm.
Rededication of the Japanese American Historical Plaza: The event will begin at 5:00 pm with speeches and poetry readings, followed by a party at 6:00 pm. Live music, Portland Taiko, and more. Tom McCall Waterfront Park.
Saturday, July 31
The City of Roses Resource Festival: This event promotes community resources that provide support for a variety of issues that Portlanders face during these difficult economic times. Learn what our community has to offer and enjoy live music and family activities. Pioneer Courthouse Square, 10:00 am to 6:00 pm.
Shakespeare in the Parks: The Portland Actors Ensemble will perform “The Comedy of Errors” at Laurelhurst Park at 3:00 pm.
Sustainability Day at Tryon Creek Park: Learn simple ways to reduce your carbon footprint. Hands-on activities for the entire family. 10:00 am to 2:00 pm.
Ho’ike and Hawaiian Festival: Hula dancers, Portland Taiko, native tribal dancers, Polynesian singers, arts and crafts, and more. Esther Short Park in Vancouver, 11:00 am to 7:00 pm.
Party in the Park in Beaverton: Enjoy an array of entertainment, games, and recreation at HMT Recreation Complex, including free swim, car show, inflatable play structures, drop-in sports, and more.
Oregon City’s First City Celebration: Celebrate the unique heritage and identity of Oregon City with art, wine, and entertainment all day. Downtown Oregon City, 11:00 am to 8:00 pm.
Camas Twilight Criterium: This evening of bike races begins with a kids race at 4:45 pm, followed by adult races starting at 5:00 pm. Downtown Camas.
Star Trek in the Park: Final weekend! See a live performance of the classic Star Trek episode “Space Seed.” Saturdays and Sundays through August 1 at Woodlawn Park, 5:00 pm.
Sunday, August 1
Sundae in the Park: Ice cream, live music, kids entertainment, “Avatar,” and more. Upper Sellwood Park, noon to 11:00 pm.
3V3 Street Soccer Tournament: Watch local community members kick it up at Pioneer Courthouse Square. The action starts at 9:00 am.
Bike Beaverton: Bring your bike to City Park for a bicycle safety rodeo and community bike ride, followed by an ice cream social. 1:00 pm.
Star Trek in the Park: Final weekend! See a live performance of the classic Star Trek episode “Space Seed.” Saturdays and Sundays through August 1 at Woodlawn Park, 5:00 pm.
Shakespeare in the Parks: The Portland Actors Ensemble will perform “The Comedy of Errors” at Laurelhurst Park at 3:00 pm.
More free events
Check out our outdoor concert list and outdoor movie list.
For more free and low-cost events, check PDX Pipeline and Dave Knows Portland.
For kids events, check UrbanMamas.
For free concerts, see Concert Co-op.
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1. Dawn | August 5th, 2010 at 6:39 pm
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