Marcus King at Roseland Theater
Experience raw, soulful blues-rock from a powerhouse guitarist in one of Portland's most intimate music venues.
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Things to do in Portland with friends
What's on in Portland this week — the spots locals are packing, buzzy restaurants, and weekend plans worth texting the group chat about.
12 hand-picked things to do in Portland right now · 6 with confirmed dates
How we pick spots for a group
- Buzzy, higher-energy rooms that take a crowd
- What's on right now over evergreen tourist stops
- Bookable tables and shared plates a group can split
✨ Happening Today
Events and things to do tonight
Hell's Kitchen at Keller Auditorium
A high-energy, jukebox musical featuring the songs of Alicia Keys, perfect for a mid-week theater night.
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Bob Moses w/ Cannons
Live at McMenamins Historic Edgefield Manor.
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🍽️ Eat & Drink
Buzzy bites and local favorites
Coquine
Famous for their sophisticated breakfast and pastry program, especially the house-made granola and seasonal fruit galettes.
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Gregory Gourdet's celebrated Haitian restaurant. Try the plantain-based dishes and house cocktails in a lively, wood-fired atmosphere.
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☀️ This Weekend in Portland
Plan your summer Saturday and Sunday
Chris Stapleton's All-American Road Show
A massive open-air concert at Providence Park. Expect stadium-filling vocals and authentic country sound under the summer sky.
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Sasha Colby Pride Weekend Kickoff
Kick off Pride celebrations with an iconic drag performance by RuPaul's Drag Race winner Sasha Colby.
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JOJI: SOLARIS at Moda Center
A visually immersive concert experience featuring the genre-bending sounds of Joji.
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🆕 New & Notable
Fresh experiences in the city
Peak Oregon Berry Season
It's the height of Marionberry season. Head to local farmers markets like PSU Farmers Market to grab fresh, sun-ripened local berries.
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Portland Pride Weekend
A city-wide celebration of community, featuring pop-up performances, dance parties, and arts exhibits throughout the downtown area.
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🚗 Quick Escape
Mini-trips within 3 hours
Coastal Retreat: Cannon Beach
Just 90 minutes away, spend your weekend walking the shoreline near Haystack Rock and exploring the local galleries.
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Orchard Days: Hood River
Drive east to the Columbia River Gorge for farm-to-table dining, windsurfing on the river, and fresh fruit tasting in the valley.
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Frequently asked
What are the best things to do in Portland with friends?
Group-friendly highlights in Portland right now include Marcus King at Roseland Theater, Hell's Kitchen at Keller Auditorium, and Bob Moses w/ Cannons. WonderKit updates this guide daily so plans stay current.
Where do locals go out in Portland?
The "Eat & Drink" section above lists buzzy restaurants and bars in Portland — the spots locals are actually packing this week.
Where's the best nightlife in Portland?
Check the sections above for current events, buzzy bars, and weekend plans in Portland worth texting the group chat about.
Plan a friends trip to Portland
Tell us who's going and WonderKit drafts three Portland trip ideas in about a minute — free, and you see them before creating an account.