Cultural Heritage events in Portland

THUNOV 5

10:00 AM – 7:00 PM

FilmMuseumsGalleriesPoetryAuthor TalksLive Podcasts & RadioVarietyStand-UpHip-HopCultural HeritageTalks & Lectures

Free First Thursday with Live Wire Radio

Overview Portland Art Museum invites the community to join a Free First Thursday event, offering free admission to the museum for all, plus a Live Wire event as part of the Literary Arts Portland Book Festival. Visitors can take in the afternoon gallery pop-ups, the evening show, or both! Free First Thursday + Museum pop-ups 4:30 – 6 p.m. — 4:30-6:00pm — Free, pre-show, pop-up performances will take place throughout the Museum’s galleries. Performers are poet and rapper Dessa, bestselling...

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SUNNOV 22

7:00 PM

💰 $20+Stand-UpHip-HopCultural Heritage

Bernice Ye: Wuhan Clan Ain't Nuthin' Ta Duck Wit

Kickstand Comedy1006 SE Belmont St

Wu-Tang energy meets immigrant storytelling. Bernice Ye, "The Jackie Chan of Comedy" (The Stranger Seattle), collides stand-up, comedy rap, martial arts and cinematic multimedia into one high-octane solo hour. Wu-Tang energy meets immigrant story...

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SUNNOV 22

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

💰 $10FilmCultural HeritageLGBTQ+Stand-Up

The Last Laugh

Clinton Street Theater2522 SE Clinton St

An aging doorman is forced to face the scorn of his friends, neighbors and society after being fired from his prestigious job at a luxurious hotel.

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SUNNOV 15

2:00 PM

DiningDrag, Burlesque & CabaretStand-UpPopLatinCultural HeritageLGBTQ+

Special Event: Selena Drag Brunch

Helium Comedy Club1510 SE 9th Ave

Get ready to turn up the Selena spirit at a fabulous drag brunch celebrating the Queen of Tejano! From “Como La Flor” to “Bidi Bidi Bom Bom,” the queens will bring the iconic looks, powerhouse performances, and undeniable Selena energy. So grab your besties, put on your glitter, and get ready to feel “I Could Fall in Love” all over again! Hosted by Kharisma!

Get ready to turn up the Selena spirit at a fabulous drag brunch celebrating the Queen of Tejano! From “Como La Flor” to “Bidi Bidi Bom Bom,” the queens will bring the iconic looks, powerhouse performances, and undeniable Selena energy. So grab...

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WEDNOV 11

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

💰 $14+Stand-UpLGBTQ+Women & Non-BinaryCultural Heritage

Lady Killers

Revolution Hall1300 Southeast Stark Street

Lady Killers is a monthly femme-focused comedy show every 2nd Wednesday at Show Bar. Hosted by Devan Daily and Ally J Ward (Portland's Funniest Person 2025), each month they book the funniest women, femme, queer, trans, and nonbinary comedians in the NW and beyond. Don't miss out on one of the best comedy shows in Portland.

21+ only and just $10. Bring your best babes for the best laughs in Portland.

Lady Killers is a monthly femme-focused comedy show every 2nd Wednesday at Show Bar. Hosted by Devan Daily and Ally J Ward (Portland's Funniest Person 2025), each month they book the funniest women, femme, queer, trans, and nonbinary comedians in...

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SATNOV 21

8:00 PM – 10:00 PM

💰 $15+Stand-UpLGBTQ+Cultural Heritage

Roy G. Biv’s Comedy Show

Peacock PDX1400 SE Morrison St

Looking for the best comedy show in Portland? ROY G. BIV’s Comedy Show is a must-see live stand-up showcase featuring the funniest LGBTQ+ comedians working today. Hosted by Delaney Malone, Rachelle Cochran, and Ash Allen, this recurring monthly...

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SUNNOV 22

7:30 PM – 9:30 PM

💰 $10+Stand-UpImprovVarietyLGBTQ+Talks & LecturesCultural Heritage

Be Gay Do Crime: LGBT Storytelling

Fuse Theatre Ensemble - The Back Door Theater4319 Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard

Cited by The Portland Mercury as "One of the funniest (and most educational) comedy shows in town": Comedy, queer history, and dangerously delightful shenanigans collide at Be Gay Do Crime. July features a Know Your Rights presentation by...

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