Events in Gresham today

Pretzel buns have returned.

Flourishing Festivities brings a rotating lineup to the Gresham Farmers’ Market, featuring paleo cupcakes and grain-free paleo granola that are gluten-free, dairy-free, and refined sugar-free, along with a paleo hot chocolate mix and a cake mix for at-home baking. The market is a long-time community gathering place with fresh produce, local makers, and live music that creates a relaxed outdoor atmosphere. Pre-orders are available for easy pickup.

This gathering is heading back to its west side spot for the dry months. Aroo will be on hand.

Spend a day exploring video games, Pokemon cards, and a wide range of pop culture collectibles at DoubleTree Hotel Portland. The event features a swap meet style marketplace where vendors buy, sell, and trade with the public. Trading is welcome, with a limit of one backpack of trade items per person, and anyone with more to move can secure a vendor table. Two rooms are planned, with one centered on gaming and the other focused on Pokemon cards, and attendees can also expect adjacent collectibles such as toys, comics, plush, fan art, posters, vintage clothing, and sports cards. Entry is $10 per adult when purchased in advance and $15 on the day, with children under 12 admitted free with a paying adult. Vendor tables are available for $120. Tickets can be purchased online or in person at the SideQuest Games store.

Jason Masuoka and bestselling author Karen Frazier guide an interactive exploration of psychic symbolism with an emphasis on intuition. Learn how spiritual guidance often arrives through symbols, how to notice these cues, and how to interpret them to better connect with your inner wisdom. Through conversation and practical exercises, you will practice accessing the subconscious, identifying meaningful messages, and gathering insight for ongoing concerns, deepening your understanding of the inner world and the language of spirit.

The Official Lowrider Magazine Super Show and Concert, presented by Jarritos and Monster Energy, brings a full day of lowrider culture to the Portland Expo Center with music, competition, and community. Enjoy live performances from multiple artists, including NB Ridaz and Lighter Shade of Brown, with additional acts and special guests to be announced. On the show floor, custom builds share space with RC Blvd’s remote controlled car displays, while vendors offer unique goods and there are plenty of food and beverage options. Competitive highlights include a lowrider hopping contest, awards and trophies, and more than $15,000 in cash and prizes. This family friendly experience welcomes all ages. Tickets are available with $40 online presale and $45 day-of pricing, with a family pack option, and children under 12 admitted free. Admission includes access to the full experience, from the car show and competitions to all live entertainment and the concert.

Add a touch of sparkle with fairy hair at Main City Fashion, a new resale and consignment shop in downtown Gresham. Geared toward spring and summer style, it offers a light, shimmery accent while visitors explore the store. Appointments receive priority service, and limited walk-ins are accommodated as time permits. As bookings fill, hours may be extended.

Now in its ninth year, the Journey Up car show returns to Northwest Gresham. Those interested can help by distributing flyers or contributing a raffle item. Angela can coordinate drop off and pickup, and is available to answer questions.

Tarot Nights offers an inviting showcase of divination, featuring a team of readers providing intuitive sessions with tarot and oracle cards, palm readings, runes, and bone casting. Booking in advance reduces the cost, with appointments priced at $18 for 15 minutes or $35 for 30 minutes. Walk-in rates are $22 for 15 minutes or $44 for 30 minutes. A three-reader option is also available, delivering 15 minutes with each reader for $52 by appointment or $66 for walk-ins. Walk-ins are welcome for anyone who prefers to decide on the day.

The Unteachables roll into Helium Comedy Club in Portland with their Paid Time Off Tour, a lively salute to life in and beyond the classroom. Once the talkative back-row kids who later stumbled into teaching, this crew delivers material that extends well past school stories, welcoming anyone who needs a breather or simply loves to laugh. Their credits include appearances on NBC, The Breakfast Club, the New York Post, and Roast Battle League. Fresh off their Summer Break Special, the show features a former teacher of the year alongside a comic who even lost a job over TikTok posts, pairing uncensored sets with a freewheeling audience Q and A. Miss Redacted brings years in the classroom to the mic, working through what therapy and pay scales never fixed. A true Southerner with a soft spot for Waffle House and camo mini skirts, she co-hosts the Teacher Quit Talk podcast and has drawn millions of TikTok views, with no lesson objectives in her act. Stephen Taylor, a Louisiana native now in Kansas City, blends perspective, storytelling, and Southern charm as he performs at clubs, bars, and colleges nationwide, including his own classroom. He has appeared on The Breakfast Club and in the New York Post, performed at San Francisco Sketchfest, and his debut album The Bottom Half reached number one on iTunes and airs on SiriusXM. Rounding out the lineup, Lou Pharis hails from small-town Louisiana and once chased NFL and American Ninja Warrior dreams before finding his lane in public education and on stage. A tough day at school led to his first open mic, and since then he has amassed over 100 million social views, headlined rooms like Zanies, Comedy Works, and Wiseguys, been seen on NBC and Bored Teachers, and performed at festivals across the country.

Mark National Bowling Day with glowing lanes and an '80s throwback atmosphere. Admission is $20 and includes two hours of bowling along with shoe rental. Expect prizes and a soundtrack of '80s hits playing all night. Wear your best '80s outfit to receive $5 off entry, and note that these specials are available for walk-ins only.

As part of the Days Between celebration, Jerry’s Middle Finger brings a faithful and communal tribute to the Jerry Garcia Band’s songbook to Crystal Ballroom in an all-ages setting. Formed in 2015 by Garrett Deloian, Rodney Newman, Son Vo, Jon Gold, Halina Janusz, and Lisa Malsberger, the group grew from early Los Angeles club shows to appearances at landmark rooms including Great American Music Hall, the Troubadour, The Ardmore, and Garcia’s at the Capitol Theatre. Their performances focus on the music Garcia made outside the Grateful Dead, weaving blues, reggae, Motown, gospel, and psychedelic rock into a set that changes from night to night. Favorites like Deal and Cats Under the Stars sit alongside deeper selections from Legions of Mary and collaborations with Merl Saunders, and arrangements can shift between eras with different approaches to songs such as Midnight Moonlight. Onstage, the band emphasizes feel and connection. Deloian’s guitar and vocals echo Garcia’s balance of structure and improvisation, Gold’s keys nod to Melvin Seals with touches that recall Keith Godchaux and Nicky Hopkins, and Janusz and Malsberger, known as the Ladyfingers, lift the music with rich, gospel-tinged harmonies. More than a cover act, they study tones, parts, and vocals to honor the originals while creating a shared experience with the crowd. The Days Between series is a nine-day salute to Jerry Garcia’s life, named for the Grateful Dead song and dedicated to the span between his birthday and the anniversary of his passing. All ages are welcome.

Runners gather for an easy Sunday outing of about 4 to 6 miles at a conversational pace. After the miles, the group sticks around for coffee and time to connect.

Explore the Centennial Farmers Market for a lively mix of local produce, handmade goods, and unique finds from area makers. Hosted at the Chop Chop Food Pod, it offers a friendly, community-centered place to shop small, pick up fresh ingredients, and discover new favorites. Browse the stalls, meet the people behind the products, and enjoy a bite from the food carts as you start your day on a bright note.

Walk in Tattoo Day at Tattoo 34 offers tattoos without an appointment. Choose a flash design or request a custom piece, available in color or black and grey. Wait times may occur and same day service is not guaranteed, since it depends on your idea, placement, and the number of people ahead. On select walk in days, esthetic services such as brows and lashes may be offered, and the studio website calendar lists when those are available. Additional information and pricing are available on the studio website.

Designed for younger children, this Skyhawks Mini-Hawk camp introduces participants to a variety of sports in a fun, structured setting. Activities focus on building balance and coordination while developing athletic skills. Campers learn sportsmanship and teamwork through engaging games and skill-building. It offers a playful introduction to athletics.

UK International Summer Soccer Academy offers age-appropriate coaching for players ages 4 to 14, guided by experienced UK International Soccer staff. Training focuses on building skills in a supportive setting, with program tracks tailored to each stage of development, including Fun in the Sun for ages 4 to 6, Skills ’N’ Thrills for ages 7 to 10, and Compete w/Your Feet for ages 11 to 14. Participants benefit from smaller group sizes and dedicated coaching that centers on player growth. Every camper receives a T-shirt, an individual evaluation, and a certificate. Full and half day options are available, and space is limited.

Porsche Studio Portland transforms into Shifting Realities, a large scale immersive art experience where technology, design, storytelling, music, and imagination converge. Explore a sequence of interactive worlds, with each room encouraging discovery, creativity, and play. Admission includes opportunities to design a dream Porsche, create art using your brain activity, try mixed reality, push for your quickest lap in professional racing simulators, share a dance moment with Porsche, decorate a pastry, wander through light, sound, and projection mapping environments, and capture standout photos throughout the journey. The experience evolves over the summer with themed weeks, live performances, racing competitions, creator showcases, World Cup programming, family activities, music experiences, and special guest activations, so no two visits are exactly alike. It works for an unforgettable date night, a family outing, or a creative adventure with friends, inviting visitors to leave everyday reality behind. Featured contributors include AMPHORA PROJECTS, LCAMERO, JOOLIA, BLCKSMTH, Kelly Max, Tracey Piper, Phil A. Robinson Jr., Brian Free, Brock Keen, John Delos Reyes, and Eddy Nunez, along with additional artists, designers, technologists, and immersive creators. A café and boutique are available on site.

Registration is open for the 2026 Memorial Golf Tournament. Golfers can register to take part in this memorial golf event.

Once Upon a Summer is a creative camp where young artists and performers explore fairytale themes through music, dance, and art. Campers groove and sing to frosty fan favorites, design standout projects inspired by the newest Descendants film and Moana, and look ahead with excitement to Toy Story 5. The week focuses on storytelling, imagination, and expressive play, offering a magical, make-believe experience from start to finish. Tuition is $365.

Music Mondays returns to Gresham Arts Plaza Splash Pad with live performances, tasty food options, and kid-focused activities in a free, family friendly setting. The MHCC Jazz Combo starts things off, followed by headliner Eldon T. Jones. Food vendors will be on site, and a dedicated children’s activity area adds to the fun. Bring lawn chairs and blankets for comfortable seating, and enjoy an evening centered on community, entertainment, and togetherness.

This Monday happy hour series brings live music with PLS on Sixth and The Hotel Zags. For this event, Redray Frazier teams up with Matt Brown. No tickets are required to attend, and if the weather is rainy the performance will shift indoors.

Enjoy live music with no cover at the Hostel Cafe. Each week highlights a local performer alongside an open microphone segment. Expect original songs from singer songwriters and opportunities for performers to take the stage. Pair the sounds with brews crafted in Portland and dishes prepared with locally sourced ingredients. Seating is available inside and outside.

Enjoy a mat Pilates class with Megan that welcomes all experience levels. The session emphasizes mindful breathing, posture, stability, and flexibility while building strength and length. Each sequence is crafted to balance the body and keep the core working throughout, encouraging a feeling of alignment and renewal. Bring your own mat, or borrow one available at the venue. Pricing options include $18 for a single class, $65 for a 4-pack, and $120 for an 8-pack. The class is held at Lacamas Lake Lodge.

Audrey McCall Beach hosts a Tuesday Splashdown by the river with sets from PopCart PDX and DJ Carlos, plus pop-up food carts. Tucked off the Eastside Esplanade between the Hawthorne Bridge and OMSI, this waterfront hangout offers skyline and sunset views. Access is simple on foot, by bike, or by car; new bike parking lines the esplanade and there is free street parking nearby. Suggested items include a chair, a towel, and river shoes, and floats are welcome. Made possible with support from Portland Parks and Recreation, Portland Metro Chamber, the Portland Spirit, and Subaru of Portland.

Enjoy a laid-back trivia night at Stickmen Brewing Company - Happy Valley featuring Last Call Trivia. Teams that play can take advantage of happy hour pricing while they compete. Gift card prizes of $30, $20, and $10 are on the line for top performers. Hosted by Grey Davis.

At Tango Berretin, Adam and Marina lead a six week introductory Argentine tango series created for brand new dancers and anyone returning to strengthen core skills. Each session builds on the last, with clear, step by step guidance that emphasizes comfortable technique and a connected partnership. Participants work on posture and a grounded walking style, develop clear lead and follow communication, and learn how the embrace supports movement. Fundamental elements such as walking sequences, well placed pauses, ochos, and simple turns are practiced alongside musical timing to move with the rhythm of tango. Floorcraft and social etiquette are also covered to help navigate a busy dance floor. The focus is understanding how the dance works rather than memorizing patterns, providing practical tools for enjoyable social dancing. By the end of six weeks, dancers are prepared for milongas and ready to continue into intermediate material. Open to solo attendees, with no partner or prior experience required, and suitable for any level seeking a solid foundation.

Connect with fellow veterans over coffee and snacks. Chat with others, share experiences, and learn about benefits in a safe space.

This event features a random draw doubles format, with partners assigned at check-in. Registration is located in the trees to the right of hole one’s tee pad.

Music on Main is open to the public and welcomes all ages for a performance by The Bundy Band. This longtime collective draws inspiration from New Orleans traditions and the Pacific Northwest, featuring musicians who have played together in different lineups for nearly three decades. The music can span New Orleans traditional jazz, second-line brass, funk, standards, and imaginative originals, with occasional covers from artists like Charles Wright, The Band, and Phish. Improvisation is central to the show, with organ passages that surge, flute features that push into adventurous territory, and clarinet tones shaped by effects for unexpected textures. Seating is first come, first served, and tickets are not required.

Enjoy a relaxed ladies dinner and game night at the Happy Valley Food Carts. A large table will be set aside so guests can mingle and share a meal, with plenty of choices available from the different vendors. Attendees are encouraged to bring a favorite card or board game to play together, creating an evening of laughter and new connections. Come with friends or arrive solo, as everyone is welcome. Expect good food, fun games, and friendly company.

Take a relaxed outing on the By the Creek route that passes the Happy Valley Nursery, follows William Otty Drive, and descends to Mt. Scott Creek. This walk covers about 2.1 miles at an easy to moderate level with a gentle pace, including a couple of short hills, and the steepest climb comes at the end. It suits a broad range of abilities, and dogs and strollers are fine.

A meeting of 100 Women of East County at Clackamas County Bank highlights a simple format that builds collective impact for local nonprofits. Attendees hear from community organizations, vote, and see how quickly real change can happen when 100 women act with shared purpose. This gathering is part of a yearlong effort to come together and strengthen the community. Sponsorship opportunities are available for those interested in supporting a future quarterly meeting.

Part of the SUMMER/SETS rooftop music series, this free gathering unfolds atop The Society Hotel in Portland with golden hour skyline views and a relaxed setting for mingling. Handpicked DJs rotate weekly with genre-defying live sets that keep the vibe going as the sun sets over the city. The bar features craft cocktails, matcha and coffee, local beers, hard kombucha and seltzer, along with many non-alcoholic choices. The open-air rooftop offers unobstructed views. There is no cover and no RSVP is required. Capacity is limited, so early arrival is recommended.

Step into the rhythm with a line dancing experience in Parkrose. It focuses on having fun while staying active, offering a welcoming way to enjoy music and movement.

Venardos Circus brings a Broadway-style, animal-free circus experience to The Lot at Zidell Yards in Portland. Created by former Ringling Bros. ringmaster Kevin Venardos, this production blends theatrical flair with world-class performances for an intimate evening under a custom red and white big top. Audiences can look forward to aerial artistry, acrobatics, juggling, hand-balancing, comic moments, daring feats, and sleight of hand, all presented with the heart of a musical. Before the show, there is preshow entertainment and opportunities for fun circus photos. Classic concessions such as popcorn, cotton candy, and house-made pink lemonade are available, and the performance includes an intermission. Onsite parking is available for $10. Tickets are sold only through the official Venardos Circus website, and tickets from resellers or private offers are not accepted.

Find relief from the heat among blooming lotus at Lan Su Chinese Garden as live guzheng music by Lu Wen drifts across the water. Performances are presented from waterside pavilions and bridges, surrounding the ponds with graceful sounds and tranquil views. The setting fosters a feeling of calm, joy, and refreshment in the warm season. Access to the music is included with standard admission or an active membership.

Garden Bros Nuclear Circus comes to Portland at Portland International Raceway, presented as the largest circus on Earth. The event includes multiple performances. A limited online allotment of general admission adult tickets starts at $23.27 with fees included. One child ages 3 to 13 is admitted free with a paid general admission adult ticket when a child ticket is added to the cart, and children 2 and under are admitted at no charge.

Build confidence and spark creativity as a tarot reader in this hands-on workshop. It opens with a refresher on the essentials, including how a deck is organized, core card meanings, and ways to read intuitively. From there, participants focus on formulating clear, empowering questions that lead to meaningful insight. You will explore classic spreads, try live readings, and then create custom layouts that reflect your personal intentions and style. Whether you have experience or are just finding your voice, the class provides a supportive space to learn, experiment, and grow. Available in person and on Zoom.

Concerts in the Valley presents the Red NOT Chili Peppers, a Red Hot Chili Peppers tribute act known for energetic shows, tight musicianship, and an authentic take on the band’s funk rock sound. Founded in 2009, they have entertained audiences across the United States and around the world, delivering the hits and excitement that made RHCP a rock favorite. This festival-style evening includes live music, local vendors, and plenty for kids to enjoy. Bring a blanket or lawn chair, grab dinner and drinks from onsite vendors, and relax with friends, family, and neighbors. Beer and wine will be available for purchase. Younger attendees can dive into the Happy Zone, featuring crafts, games, and hands-on activities coordinated by the Happy Valley Parks & Recreation team.

Murder, They Read is a new mystery and thriller book club for readers who enjoy these genres. This meeting is scheduled later than usual as mentioned in the announcement, and information on how to get the book is included in the event details.

A Midsummer Night’s Dream sweeps you into an enchanted wood where reason unravels and hearts are steered in surprising directions. Oberon and Titania spar through spells, while Bottom readies himself to play Pyramus amid a troupe of eager performers. This lively salute to love, folly, and poetic wonder is presented at Artists Repertory Theatre.