🌲 Portland Events — Week of August 16–August 22, 2026
Week of August 16, 2026
Hey Portland! Here's your weekly curated guide to the best events happening in the City of Roses — jazz, film, community festivals, and the art scene you love.
Events this week
Business spotlight
Powell's Books
The world's largest independent bookstore — Portland's literary institution and a must-visit on any trip to the Pearl District.
Community spotlight
JOIN PDX
Portland's leading homelessness-to-housing nonprofit — connecting people experiencing homelessness with stable housing and support.
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