★ The Sword & Red Fang
Heavy rock legends The Sword and Portland's own Red Fang join forces for a sold-out all-ages show at the Roseland Theater.
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Music & Nightlife
Vince Staples
Vince Staples brings his sharp West Coast rap to an outdoor show at Pioneer Courthouse Square.
Thursday, August 20, 2026 · Pioneer Courthouse Square
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CRASHING OUT LIVE
An all-ages live music event at Revolution Hall with doors opening at 6PM for a 7PM show.
Saturday, August 22, 2026 7:00 PM · Revolution Hall
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The Sword & Red Fang
Heavy rock legends The Sword and Portland's own Red Fang join forces for a sold-out all-ages show at the Roseland Theater.
Saturday, August 22, 2026 7:30 PM · Roseland Theater
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Arts & Culture
Slamlandia – August
Portland's beloved poetry slam returns for its monthly showcase of fierce spoken word performers.
Thursday, August 20, 2026 · Literary Arts, Buckman
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Gallery 114 – Artist Q&A with Elena Thomas
Gallery 114 hosts an in-depth Q&A with artist Elena Thomas during the Spatial Awareness exhibition.
Saturday, August 22, 2026 1:00 PM · Gallery 114
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Todd Basil: Music Math Death Lasagna (Live Comedy Taping)
A live comedy taping of Todd Basil's wildly titled new show at the Show Bar at Revolution Hall, ages 21+.
Sunday, August 23, 2026 7:00 PM · Show Bar at Revolution Hall
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Free Events
Pepe and the Bottle Blondes
Portland favorite Pepe and the Bottle Blondes perform live at Ardenwald Park in Milwaukie for a free summer concert.
Thursday, August 20, 2026 · Ardenwald Park, 3667 SE Roswell St, Milwaukie
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