Portland Book Festival Draws 9,000 Attendees
The sold-out downtown event drew authors and special guests while nearby businesses benefited from the crowds.
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Portland Hosts Annual Frybread Festival at Director Park
Seven booths and 30 Native-owned businesses gathered in the Pearl District for the event, which Downtown Portland Clean & Safe started in 2024.
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Crow Manor Opens as Haunted Portland Attraction
A new immersive haunted house experience featuring murder mystery themes is now open in the Irvington neighborhood.
Books
Author Ayad Akhtar Discusses New Novel The Radiance
The Pulitzer Prize-winning writer appeared at Franklin High School to talk about his latest book release.
Music
Brandi Carlile Opens Request-Based Burn the Setlist Tour
The singer-songwriter let fans choose songs at the opening night of her 15-date tour at Revolution Hall in Portland, Oregon.
Arts and Theater
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Portland Japanese Garden Opens Textile Exhibition
The Weaving Time exhibition displays intricate Japanese textile work through February 2027.
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