Rose City is one of the most happening places in the world. No matter what day of the week it is, there is a plethora of exciting activities taking place. If you’re feeling overwhelmed with all that you can do this upcoming weekend, we’ve made your life a whole lot easier with this list.
Check out these 15 fun events taking place from January 24 to 26.
You won’t be disappointed.
Friday, January 24
Ozomatli
What: The 24-year history of Ozomatli notably contains many firsts for culture and music at large. The three-time GRAMMY® Award-winning Los Angeles six-piece consistently breaks boundaries with an uplifting and uniquely multi-cultural American world style.
When: January 24, 2020
Time: Doors open at 7 pm
Where: 1300 SE Stark Street, Portland
Admission: Tickets start at $25. Buy them here
Dopapod
What: Taking place live at the Wonder Ballroom, this American rock band from Boston will rock your socks off.
When: January 24, 2020
Time: Doors open at 7 pm
Where: 128 NE Russell Street, Portland
Admission: $16. Buy tickets here
Flamenco Pacifico
What: Based in the majestic state of Oregon, Flamenco Pacifico is a dynamic, professional performance group dedicated to bringing the art of flamenco music and dance to audiences in the Pacific Northwest and beyond. Led by virtuoso flamenco guitarist and composer, Berto Boyd, the group’s guitar-driven performances feature original modern flamenco compositions rooted in the time-honored forms of traditional flamenco.
When: January 24, 2020
Time: Doors open at 6:30 pm
Where: 1422 SW 11th Avenue, Portland
Admission: $20. Buy tickets here
Eddie Berman
What: Poetic, soulful Portland songwriter with naturalistic new LP, Frontiers.
When: January 24, 2020
Time: Events starts at 7 pm
Where: 635 North Killingsworth Court, Portland
Admission: $12. Buy tickets here
Find Your Own Northern Star
What: If you’re interested in meditation and tarot reading, then this event is just what you’re looking for.
When: January 24, 2020
Time: 6 to 9 pm
Where: 665 North Tillamook Street, Portland
Admission: $45. Buy tickets here
Saturday, January 25
The Lil Smokies
What: Drawing on the energy of a rock band and the Laurel Canyon songwriting of the ‘70s, The Lil Smokies are reimagining their approach to roots music on Tornillo, named for the remote Texas town where the album was recorded. Produced by Bill Reynolds (The Avett Brothers, Band of Horses), Tornillo is the band’s third studio album.
Formed in Missoula, Montana, The Lil Smokies have built a national following through constant touring. They have performed at Red Rocks, LOCKN’, High Sierra, Telluride, Bourbon & Beyond and more.
When: January 25, 2020
Time: Doors open at 7 pm
Where: 3017 SE Milwaukie Avenue, Portland
Admission: $20. Buy tickets here
Rhett Miller
What: Rhett Miller is a heartfelt, Dallas-based American songwriter and Old 97’s frontman who’ll blow your socks away.
When: January 25, 2020
Time: Doors open at 7 pm
Where: 3939 N. Mississippi Avenue, Portland
Admission: $20. Buy tickets here
Red Gala PDX
What: This year’s gala benefits the wonderful girls and boys of the Shadow Project, which serves and benefits 1,600 children in local school districts with disabilities and learning challenges.
Hosted at the iconic Doug Fir Lounge basement, the event will include two special guest DJs and dancing until the morning hours.
When: January 25, 2020
Time: 7:30 pm to 1 am
Where: 830 East Burnside Street, Portland
Admission: $35. Buy tickets here
Tualatin Winter Brew Festival 2020
What: If you are a connoisseur of craft beer, northwest ciders, and wine, mark your calendar for the last Saturday in January, because this is an event you don’t want to miss! Featuring seasonal and specialty offerings from 20+ local brewers, cider houses and vineyards, plus great food from local restaurants and a full line-up of live entertainment, the stage is set for a fun event and all for a good cause.
When: January 25, 2020
Time: Noon to 9 pm
Where: 19475 Southwest 118th Avenue, Tualatin, Oregon
Admission: $25. Buy tickets here
Tour and Tasting Freeland Spirits
What: Freeland Spirits is one of very few women-owned and -run distilleries in history. Come for a Tour and Tasting and treat yourself to a unique gin and whiskey experience.
When: January 25, 2020
Time: 10 am to 1 pm
Where: 2671 Northwest Vaughn Street, Portland
Admission: $20. Buy tickets here
Sunday, January 26
School Of Rock Portland Performs the History of Funk
What: Come watch student musicians perform the History of Funk!
When: January 26, 2020
Time: Doors open at 1:30 pm
Where: 830 E. Burnside Street, Portland
Admission: $12. Buy tickets here
Hannah Glavor
What: Hannah Glavor is a Portland-based singer-songwriter with a cinematic range of indie pop and folk rock. Her solo single releases and upcoming full-length record beckon a new chapter of sound and give language to hope; having weathered losses, difficult transitions, and surviving brain surgery.
When: January 26, 2020
Time: Doors open at 7 pm
Where: 3939 N. Mississippi Avenue
Admission: $10. Buy tickets here
Burncycle with Bumble
What: BurnCycle is a place where the most hardworking, positive people in the PNW find each other and sweat, inspire, and connect. Somewhere people come to tap into the boundless positive energy infused into every aspect of the studio. At the center of it all, their signature 45-minute indoor cycling workout incorporates drills to target your entire body.
When: January 26, 2020
Time: noon to 1 pm
Where: 910 Northwest 10th Avenue, Portland
Admission: Free. Register here
Lantern Workshop
What: This event is part of the Portland Winter Light Festival. Join us for a family-friendly DIY workshop and make your own lantern! This takes place on Sunday, January 26.
This workshop, led by artist Tessa Winiarski, will lead you through creating your own one-of-a-kind lantern. This year’s lantern design, by Tessa Winiarski, is constructed out of recycled wooden boxes and plastic sheeting, making it durable and water resistant. Along with the crafting of the structure, creativity will be encouraged through color choice, painting style, and illustration.
When: January 26, 2020
Time: 2:30 pm to 3:30 pm
Where: 1736 Southwest Alder Street, Portland
Admission: $10. Register here
An Evening with Luis Gallo, Guitarist
What: Luis Gallo is one of the most acclaimed guitarists in the flamenco scene and hails from Madrid, Spain. Well versed in jazz, classical, and flamenco genres, Gallo performs on an international circuit while remaining firmly rooted in his Spanish origins. His latest project — Caminos de la Guitarra (“Paths of Guitar”) — traces the historical journey of the guitar, which dates back to 15th-century Spain.
When: January 26, 2020
Time: 5 pm to 7 pm
Where: 5300 SE Foster Road, Portland
Admission: $5. Buy tickets here
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