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!
September 23rd is Code for America's National Day of Civic Hacking, when people around the country will gather to "hack" their cities in a positive way by working on creative and innovative solutions to community challenges. In the world of "civic hacking" the ideas that really make a positive impact always involve ordinary people. So …
Drop in to Congress Square Park between 3-6pm Wednesday, September 27th to tell a story of one of your favorite people, experiences, belongings - your favorite anything! - and have your portrait drawn while you do. Or, create a portrait of a story teller by tracing their face while they joyfully share. This interactive art exhibit …
Portland Ovations goes beyond the proscenium with vertical dance pioneer Bandaloop. Seamlessly weaving together dynamic physicality, intricate choreography, and the art of climbing, Bandaloop turns the dance floor on its side. The company’s unconventional venues run the gamut from the New York Stock Exchange and Seattle’s Space Needle to natural wonders like Yosemite’s El Capitan …
Join us for our second annual Hewnoaks Showcase! Artists who have been in residence at the Hewnoaks Artist Colony on Kezar Lake will share recent work. Visual artists will display their work for sale, with interactive demonstrations of their processes. Music will be played and writing will be shared. *This event was postponed to September …
Downeast Soul Coalition has been serving up a tasty and original blend of funk, soul, blues, and R&B since 2012. At the core of DSC's sound are relentless and danceable grooves, strong vocals, creative solos, and a powerful horn section. The songlist includes originals and deep cuts that feature tight rhythms and tasteful improvisation. With …
Featuring over 60 bands, writers, and comedians across multiple venues in East Bayside and Congress Street. On Saturday, September 30, performances will occur in Congress Square Park throughout the afternoon and evening. FMI: www.facebook.com/WakingWindows Tickets available at all Bull Moose locations and online: www.wakingwindows.com
Join Spark Artist Collective for October First Friday Art Walk. The Spark Artists Collective is a group of performers who bring music and creativity to all they encounter. In this event, people will be invited to become the performers as they explore different movement arts and musical instruments. Instruments will be provided or make your own simple …
Join us for the final swing dance of the 2017 season with Clyde Bisbee and The Wheelhouse Revelers! A 6-piece, swing jazz & western swing dance band specializing in music from the golden era of jazz, the 1920’s, 30’s and 40’s. While many modern groups playing this style of music are decidedly “New Orleans,” in flavor, Clyde …
Join us for the 3rd annual Pumpkins in the Square! Help us celebrate a successful 2017 season with pumpkin carving, hot cider, Hi-Fi donuts, and blue grass music with Shanna Underwood and the Wanderlost. BYOP or buy one at the event. Prizes will be awarded for the best carved pumpkins. SaveSave
Join us for the 5th anniversary of the Thriller Throwdown! What started as a flash mob of 30 dancers in 2012 now has grown into an annual event with more than 70 local dancers and hundreds of spectators. The Throwdown has moved to Congress Square Park and it's now an all-out dance party! View last year's Thriller …
