Free events in Beaverton, OR

Settle in for a free outdoor film as part of Hillsboro’s annual Pix in the Park series. Spread out on the grass with a blanket or a low-back chair and enjoy the big screen experience. Light concessions will be available for purchase, and you are welcome to bring your own snacks and drinks. English closed captions will be provided for all movies, and there will be activities to enjoy before the feature begins.

Neighborhood Health Center presents an annual health fair that is free and open to everyone. This family friendly gathering offers no cost health services and useful community resources. Available services include vision screenings, blood pressure checks, dental health checks, car seat checks, and assistance with OHP insurance. Attendees can also find fresh local produce, hands on activities, information from community organizations, and free gifts and prizes. No appointment is needed and no insurance is required. Sponsors include CareOregon, Trillium, Washington County Public Health, Doernbecher Children's Hospital/OHSU, and Dave's Killer Bread.

Enjoy a free, community-focused day by the water featuring bachata and zouk, with music, social dancing, and a relaxed outdoor vibe at Vancouver Lake. Expect an easygoing gathering where dancers, friends, and anyone who wants to spend time lakeside can connect, move, and unwind in the sunshine with shade and water close by. Bring your own food, drinks, sunscreen, and anything else you need for a comfortable lake day. There is a parking admission fee at Vancouver Lake, so carpooling is suggested. Everyone is welcome, including dancers, friends, and community members. Organized by VMAC.

Experience tight, tactical skirmishes in the Age of Sigmar with a monthly Spearhead League designed to make finding a match simple. Players can complete up to one game each week, with victory points tallied across the month. Earn an extra 10 victory points for every unit from your Spearhead that you build and paint during that same month. When the month concludes, the top scorer is recognized on the Wall of Honor. Participation is free, and weekly games can be played during regular Sigmar Saturday or the dedicated Saturday League Night. To take part, bring your Spearhead force along with one of the current Spearhead sets, choosing from Fire & Jade, Sand & Bone, or City of Ash. For questions or to get started, visit the shop.

Spend a relaxed day on the Grant House lawn with lawn games, face painting, and live entertainment. The festivities coincide with Washington Museum Day, and Providence Academy and Marshall House will be open for free guided tours. Bring a picnic or snacks if you like, and enjoy sweet treats on site from Ice Cream Cart Co. and SourPuss Lemonade. Parking is available in public lots along E. Evergreen Blvd. and Fort Vancouver Way, with additional parking at the Clark Public Utilities building at the corner of Mill Plain and Fort Vancouver Way.

A relaxed Sunday option for families features kids ages 8 to 17 throwing for free when they are with an adult who purchases a throw, and the offer is available throughout open hours. It suits family time, birthdays, and a casual Sunday outing. Sundays also include Music Bingo and barbecue available all day from Fat Baby Barbecue. You can reserve a lane in advance, and walk-in spots may be available if there is space. Marking Interested can help you remember it.

The Round in Beaverton hosts the free, all-ages Concerts in the Round series for a relaxed summer evening of live music and community fun. GHD Band brings a high-energy blend of funk, soul, pop, and dance favorites that keeps the crowd moving, with dynamic performances, skilled musicianship, and a feel-good sound that sets a festive mood. Guests can settle in with picnic blankets or chairs, connect with friends or family, and enjoy local bites while they dance or simply take in the music. Wine, beer, and cider will be available for purchase, and dogs, umbrellas, coolers, and outside alcohol are not permitted.

This free summer concert in the park features Slicker at Columbia Tech Center Nature Park. Attendees can pack a picnic and enjoy the music with the whole family.

Pack a blanket or lawn chair and snacks for a relaxed outdoor concert on the Walters lawn as Portland Opera presents a free program of music. The performance features favorite arias, art songs, and musical theater selections that capture the spirit of the season. Free for all ages, with no tickets required. If temperatures are high, the concert will be moved indoors.

PLS on Sixth and The Hotel Zags bring live performances to a weekly happy hour music series. Tickets are not required. If it rains, the music moves indoors. This installment features Redray Frazier with Matt Brown.

Free live music fills the Hostel Cafe with a featured local performer and open mic spots for community voices. The focus leans toward singer songwriter sets, creating an intimate, acoustic vibe. Pair the tunes with Portland made brews and dishes crafted from locally sourced ingredients. Seating is available inside and on the patio. Artist schedules and bios are available.

Beaverton professionals can connect at a new business networking group taking place at The Roastery By Ava. The focus is on growing your business, building relationships within the community, and strengthening networking skills. Only one seat is available for each type of business. New visitors may attend their first two visits at no cost.

Trivia takes center stage at Vancouver Station Food Carts, presented by Last Call Trivia. The event welcomes all participants and costs nothing to enter. Play solo or team up with any number of friends, then compete for gift cards awarded to the top three finishers. Enjoy food and beverages from the food carts and taphouse while you put your knowledge to the test.

Local professionals in Vancouver can connect through a new business networking group focused on practical growth and meaningful relationships. Participants can expect opportunities to expand their business, build connections in the community, and sharpen networking skills. The group reserves a single seat for each business category to encourage a diverse mix without overlap. Newcomers are welcome to attend at no cost for their first two visits.

At the 1st Street Dining Commons, visitors can browse a rotating selection of free books for all ages and take home favorites to keep. Options range from breezy summer reads to children’s titles and unexpected discoveries. Supplies are limited and the collection changes each week. Pair a visit with coffee or lunch from nearby downtown businesses and relax in the heart of downtown Beaverton. Hosted by the Beaverton Downtown Association, whose ongoing efforts activate the Dining Commons and build community.

At Magnolia Park, this Art in the Park session blends storytelling and hands-on creativity for elementary and middle school children. Each Hillsboro event is guided by a carefully chosen library book that anchors a free art lesson. The story is read in Spanish by Rocio Espinoza-Cotero of the Hillsboro Public Library, then read in English by Barbara Mason. Afterward, kids make art inspired by the book’s themes. Every participant goes home with a take-home kit that includes an age-appropriate book from the library and a free coloring book created by Golden Road Arts.

Cook Park hosts a free evening of live music presented by Tigard Parks & Rec as Eagle Eyes delivers a heartfelt salute to the Eagles. This Vancouver, BC group is known for seamless harmonies and careful musicianship that revisit favorites from across the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame band’s catalog, creating a lively setting with plenty of room for dancing. Food and beverages will be available from RB Wok & Grill, Arrow Coffee and Desserts, Laura’s Home Baked 4 U, Kona Ice, Boba Gems, Frutas Y Antojitos Diana’s, Asona Cuisine, Veggie Snax and Cooper Mountain Ale Works. Exhibitor booths will include Sweet Do Fairy Hair, AARP and Damsel in Defense.

Music on Main welcomes audiences of all ages for a public concert with The Bundy Band. These longtime collaborators draw inspiration from New Orleans and the Pacific Northwest, moving from jazz-centered sets to unexpected turns into John Prine. Their repertoire can include traditional New Orleans jazz, second line brass grooves, funk, and standards, plus originals that nod to Humanzees and Han Solo, along with covers from artists such as Charles Wright, The Band, and Phish. Fleschner on organ, Savage on flute, and Bundy experimenting with pedal-enhanced clarinet often steer the sound into surprising territory. Seating is first come, first served, and no tickets are required.

Ease into the fundamentals with a no-pressure beginners hitting group at the Cedar Park Middle School courts. Coach Lar leads accessible drills and games that focus on skills like a proper serve and a backhand volley. The session is free and intended for those who consider themselves beginners and want a supportive start. For questions, send a direct message to Coach Lar.

Downtown Sounds is a new summer music series from the Beaverton Downtown Association that brings live performances and community spirit to the heart of downtown Beaverton. This installment features Longshore Drift performing at the 1st Street Dining Commons. Admission is free, and the experience centers on an inviting outdoor setting where guests can relax and enjoy local music. The series continues throughout the season at the same location with a range of performers that highlight Beaverton’s creative community.

SUMMER/SETS brings a no-cover rooftop music series to The Society Hotel in Portland, pairing sunset skyline views with carefully selected DJs. Expect genre-blending live sets that rotate each week, an open-air space with clear city vistas, and a friendly crowd that makes it easy to mingle. The bar serves craft cocktails, matcha and coffee, local beers, hard kombucha and seltzer, along with a range of non-alcoholic choices. Admission is free and no RSVP is required, though capacity is limited, so early arrival is recommended.

Explore downtown Beaverton on a relaxed walking meetup that highlights neighborhood shops, local art, and casual hangout spots. There will be chances to browse or make a purchase if you wish, so bringing a little spending money is optional. The group starts and finishes at Carina's Bakery. Friends, family members, and caregivers are welcome to attend, though not required. Tickets are free.

This ongoing class helps you get ready for the U.S. citizenship naturalization test and interview. All instruction and study materials are free, offered in partnership with Goodwill Industries. Walk-ins are welcome at Vancouver Community Library.

Live music fills the AC Lounge at AC Hotel Beaverton as local artists share original songs in a welcoming setting. This free showcase offers a relaxed atmosphere, with the bar serving signature handcrafted cocktails and light appetizers to enjoy during the performance. Presented by Florian Raqueño Productions.