Explore the Northwest's destination for emerging arts and entertainment, innovative cuisine, trendy shopping and Portland events. Ideally situated next to Portland's Pioneer Square and the MAX light Rail, the Nines Hotel rests atop the landmark Meier & Frank Building and boasts easy access to Portland events. Explore all of the things to do in Portland, and don't miss the city's unique neighborhoods and attractions, including the Pearl District, Portland Art Museum and Pioneer Courthouse Square.
Below is a description of Portland events happening this season. Simply ask our Concierge for additional information or help with reserving tickets and transportation.
| First Thursday Gallery Walk - First Thursday of Every Month The art galleries in downtown Portland, Oregon, invite you to join them on the "First Thursday" of every month for an evening of art, wine and music. Walk from gallery to gallery to view all of the new art exhibits. |
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| Christmas Festival of Lights at the Grotto - Christmas lights, hourly music concerts, outdoor carolers, puppet shows and other holiday events. | ![]() |
| Portland Jazz Festival Held at venues scattered throughout the city, this annual festival draws top jazz performers from across the nation. You'll enjoy the contemporary jazz musicians that perform ticketed events in concert settings as well as the jam sessions of local musicians in smaller, free performances. Lectures, films and other exhibits round out this much-anticipated yearly event. www.pdxjazz.com |
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| Portland Rose Festival For one hundred years, the Portland Rose Festival has served families and individuals from Oregon and beyond with events and programs that spotlight the riches of our Pacific Northwest heritage and environment while offering colorful examples of many international cultures. |
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