6 Things to Do in Portland OR This Week · August 27–30, 2026

Arts & Culture

Converge 45 Triennial: 'Here, To You, Now'

Opening weekend of Portland's major contemporary art triennial, spread across various locations throughout the city.

Thursday, August 27, 2026 · Various locations, Portland

Jonathan Van Ness: Hot & Healed Comedy Tour 2026

Jonathan Van Ness brings their stand-up comedy tour to Revolution Hall for a 18+ night of humor and heart.

Friday, August 28, 2026 8:00 PM · Revolution Hall, Portland

Family-Friendly

Painting in the Park — Family Night

A guided painting event in the park designed for families to enjoy a creative night out together.

Thursday, August 27, 2026 · Sellwood Park, Portland

Free Events

Summer Free for All Concert: The BrazilTones

Free outdoor concert featuring The BrazilTones, celebrating the poetic beauty of Brazilian music, part of Portland Parks & Recreation's Summer Free for All series.

Thursday, August 27, 2026 · Wellington Park, Roseway, Portland

Music & Nightlife

The Hip Abduction at Revolution Hall

Reggae Rise Up presents The Hip Abduction at Revolution Hall for an all-ages reggae-infused evening.

Sunday, August 30, 2026 8:00 PM · Revolution Hall, Portland

LP – All Is Not Lost Tour

Singer-songwriter LP brings her All Is Not Lost Tour to Roseland Theater for an all-ages show.

Sunday, September 6, 2026 8:00 PM · Roseland Theater, Portland