Friends of Congress Square Park
The premier urban park in the heart of Portland’s vibrant Arts District. The park features local art installations, community events, free wifi and more!
Networking for the pups! Bring your friendly, leashed canine to Congress Square Park the second Tuesday of every month from 12 to 1 to meet other four-legged locals. Wagamuffin, a local maker of organic and plant-based dog treats, will be on-site selling snacks and goodies for your hairy best friend! Plus, Fuzzy Angels will be …
Author reading by Lisa McMann, scavenger hunt, raffle, books for sale, and Tropicality ishaved ice cart!
Welcome Maine Middle Eastern Ensemble to Congress Square Park! Maine Middle Eastern Ensemble performs folk, classical and Sufi music from the Turkish, Arabic and Armenian traditions. Led by oud player Eric LaPerna, the group also features violinist Michael Gallant, guitarist Jeremey Zela, percussionist Doug Andrews and upright bass player Duane Edwards, as well as other …
PMA films presents the Disney movie Luca! Free!
Come play! Chess boards and pieces provided, but please feel free to bring your own. All levels welcome. Chess in the Park happens every Saturday starting at 11am till about 1pm.
Come shop amazing work by local makers! Organized by R Nicole Studio.
A book-recommendation sharing-circle! Bring a book you've recently read (or are currently reading) to share (or not!), and listen to some folks do the same. Co-presented with Portland Public Library and Mechanics' Hall. In inclement weather we will meet in Mechanics' Hall, just down Congress Street.
A non-instructional drawing group with a live model. Free to all, though donations to the model are greatly appreciated. All skill levels welcome. BYO easel and supplies, though some drawing pads and charcoal pencils are available.
Come play! Chess boards and pieces provided, but please feel free to bring your own. All levels welcome. Chess in the Park happens every Saturday starting at 11am till about 1pm.
Carnisvale is a collaborative event that serves as a platform for various local artists to simultaneously share their artwork while actively engaging with the local community in a public setting! The event is FREE for the public to attend and is funded through partnerships with local businesses, sponsors, and donors.