Portland's creative side takes center stage this August as the Portland Festival of Cinema, Animation & Technology, better known as PFCAT, returns for its biggest festival yet. Running August 18 through 23, 2026 at OMSI, PFCAT brings together independent filmmakers, animators, artists and audiences for six days of screenings, conversations, immersive experiences and a closer…
Heading to the Waterfront Blues Festival with food allergies or dietary restrictions? You are not alone. Festival food can be exciting, but it can also be tricky when you are looking for gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, or vegan options. The good news is that several vendors at this year’s Waterfront Blues Festival are already thinking about…
Portland’s Waterfront Blues Festival returns July 2-4, 2026 to Tom McCall Waterfront Park, bringing three days of live music, riverfront views, fireworks, and a full festival food lineup that makes this one of the tastiest summer events in the city. This year’s Blues Bites food court and vendor marketplace will feature a mix of new…
Portland’s summer soundtrack returns to the riverfront. The Waterfront Blues Festival is back July 2–4, 2026 at Tom McCall Waterfront Park in Downtown Portland, bringing three days, three stages, Blues Cruises on the Willamette River, local food, craft beverages, a curated marketplace, and a Fourth of July fireworks show over the water. This year’s lineup…
Where To Play This May in Portland: Events, Dining, & Local Picks Just 20 minutes from PDX, Portland blends small-town charm with world-class flavor. Its bridges connect walkable neighborhoods full of food carts, microbreweries, vintage shops, and indie theaters. Festivals animate Pioneer Courthouse Square and Waterfront Park, while nature beckons from Forest Park to the…
Where Art and Willamette Valley Wine Meet in Portland Portland's creative spirit takes center stage on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, when the Portland Art Museum and Willamette Valley Wineries Association come together for Harvest Celebration. This special evening brings 54 Willamette Valley wineries, Pacific Northwest artists, live demonstrations, and seasonal cuisine under one roof in downtown Portland. Whether you're a Continue Reading
Events, Dining & Local Picks For November 2026, we've selected three standout restaurants, three downtown hotels worth considering, and four events that reveal different sides of Boise. From an intimate dinner and a boutique hotel stay to an evening exploring Idaho's history, this is your guide to making the most of a late-autumn visit. 🟢 Where To Eat Boise's culinary Continue Reading
Events, Dining & Local Picks November 2026 brings community celebrations, live performances, local art, and early holiday shopping to Central Oregon. Whether you're planning a romantic mountain getaway, visiting friends over Thanksgiving, or simply looking for a change of scenery, we've selected three standout restaurants, three exceptional places to stay, and four events worth building a Bend weekend around. 🟢 Continue Reading
Events, Dining & Local Picks November brings a quieter kind of luxury to Napa Valley. The harvest rush has eased, the vineyards turn to autumn gold, and tasting rooms and restaurants invite a more unhurried visit. From American Canyon’s southern gateway to St. Helena’s wine-country charm and Yountville’s celebrated dining scene, this is a month to explore at your own Continue Reading
Events, Dining & Local Picks Whether you're planning a romantic weekend, visiting family for Thanksgiving, or looking for a fresh perspective on the Pacific Northwest, we've curated the Seattle restaurants, downtown hotels, and November 2026 events worth adding to your itinerary. 🟢 Where To Eat Seattle's dining scene is built on more than exceptional seafood. Its best restaurants combine culinary Continue Reading