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Frugal Portland: Free Days at National Parks for 2020

The national parks get even better with fee-free days America’s Best Idea — our national parks — is even better when admission is free! Mark your calendar now for entrance fee-free dates for the coming year. On these dates, FREE entrance...

What’s Happening Around Portland – January

Off the Beaten Path in Portland

1. Aerial Tram - Stunning views without feeling like a tourist. The Portland Aerial Tram offers a unique perspective of Portland. The roughly 10 minute round-trip ride takes you from the south waterfront district to the top of Marquam Hill, w...

Start the New Year with State Park Entry

Start Your Year with First Day Hikes Oregon State Parks and Washington State Parks invite you to get outdoors on New Year’s Day for the annual First Day Hikes. All hikes are free and day-use parking fees will be waived at participating parks...

Christmas Tree Farms in the Portland Metro Area

Kids Monster Fest October 25-27 and 31, 2019 1-4p | $5-$8 | All Ages More info: kidsmonsterfest.com Veterans Coliseum 300 N Winning Way, Portland, OR 97227 Kids Monster Fest is a kid-friendly (children 12 and under) Haunted House ...

Portland Area Pumpkin Patches!

Local pumpkin patch favorites from around the Portland Metro area- including Clackamas County!

Oktoberfest Around Portland and Beyond

Sept. 7 - German American Society of Portland- 12PM-10PM 5626 NE Alameda St, Portland, Oregon 97213 Come experience a classic Oktoberfest with the German American Society of Portland. Music, food, kid's games, and of course beer. S...

Free August Movies & Concerts at Portland Parks!

Aug 15th Wellington Park, NE 66th Ave and Skidmore St -6:30 PM JT Trawick’s Big Ozark Swing Orchestra – Let’s swing and let the good times roll! Aug 16th Dawson Park, 2926 N Williams Ave - 6:30 PM Mz Etta’s World feat...