Can’t get spooked enough?! DARCELLE-O-WEEN IS COMING TO BRUNCH! 🎃
Get spooky, glamorous, and a little bit wicked at Darcelle XV Showplace this coming Halloween weekend!
Drag. Costumes. Cocktails. Big Halloween energy. Dress spooky. Win big prizes!
Doors open at 11.30am, show is at 12.30pm. Cover $32. Ages 21+
Celebrate Samhain and the Day of the Dead with a transformative, grounding evening hosted by Celine Redfield of Two Wings Balanced Healing. Aligned with the deeply intuitive water energy of Scorpio season, this sacred gathering combines community connection with deep personal restoration.
The Fates are spinning… do you dare give in to temptation?
After a deep slumber, EX-SPELLED! A Cabaret Tribute to the Occult finally returns to the Jack London Revue this November. Hosted by the Mad Marquis, this wicked night of magic, mystery, and mayhem summons a spellbinding collection of performers to astonish you in ways that would make even the Devil himself shiver with antici……
Step beyond the veil and surrender yourself to the forbidden, where good old debauchery mingles with the come-hither peculiarities of your wildest dreams. Prepare to explore the limits of your imagination, indulge your darker curiosities, and discover what exactly lies just beyond the bounds of everything you know.
JLR Seating Map Notes: For this show, you may reserve individual tables on the map pictured. Note that some tables have limited sightlines as noted. General Admission ticket holders note that seating and sightlines are limted and may be standing room only. All table reservations include admission.
Portland Japanese Garden’s Tea Ceremony Workshop offers a unique opportunity to immerse yourself in the traditional practice of Chanoyu, or the Way of Tea. Experience the art of tranquility, mindfulness, and omotenashi, whole-hearted hospitality.
It is not an exaggeration to say that through tea, one can understand much of Japanese culture. Tea’s influence can be found in many of the nation’s most beloved artforms, including arranging flowers, calligraphy, incense, ceramics and lacquerware. Japanese gardens are also deeply intertwined with tea ceremony. The four principles of tea, wa (harmony), kei (respect), sei (purity), and jaku (tranquility), are explored by the gardeners of Portland Japanese Garden in their work every day.
Guided by skilled instructor Jan Waldmann, Sosui, the focus of this workshop is to learn to be a guest in the tea ceremony, an important aspect to this historic tradition. Participants will learn the proper etiquette for attending a tea ceremony, including how to receive and consume sweets and matcha, and most importantly, the reasons behind each of the steps. Additionally, you will gain insight into what it entails to be a host— understanding the occasion and seasonality, attention to aesthetics, careful preparation, and the thoughtful gestures made toward the guests.
Participants will first attend a presentation of tea ceremony in our Cathy Rudd Cultural Corner alongside visitors to the Garden before they are taken into their exclusive workshop in the Yanai Classroom.
Participants will first attend a presentation of tea ceremony in our Cathy Rudd Cultural Corner alongside visitors to the Garden (2:00-2:30pm) before they are taken into their exclusive workshop in the Yanai Family Classroom (2:45-4:15pm).
No previous experience is needed. Students will sit in a chair at a table, not kneeling on a tatami mat.
Urasenke Konnichian of Kyoto is one of the major establishments within Japan that has preserved the tradition of Chado or the Way of Tea. From the first Urasenke generation, Sen no Rikyu (1522-91) to the current headmaster Zabosai Genmoku Soshitsu XVI (b.1956 -), the Sen family lineage has devoted great effort to fostering the philosophy of Tea through the simple words of Wa – Harmony, Kei -Repect, Sei – Purity & Jaku – Tranquility. Over the years Urasenke has established connections in over 21 cities worldwide.
Farm Fresh Cabaret and mischief with Derek Eisel, aka Beto Renaud. Eisel sings the good news from Lopez Island with songs of Lesbian Potlucks and Husbands Who Fix Tractors, and performs from his book A Little Spanish by Beto Renaud, a fable about a five inch tall gay troll who migrates to a family farm in Mexico. This performance is in conjunction with the Portland Book Festival’s Cover to Cover Program.
Anthony Hudson reads from his new collection of performance works Lamp Black: Plays and Other Grievances at Portland Art Museum in the American Art gallery (Level 2, Room 211), paired with Moses Soyer, Girl with a Cigarette.
Followed by book signing at The Shop at PAM.
About Lamp Black:A major collection of performance works by artist and agitator Anthony Hudson.
Lamp Back: Plays and Other Grievances collects nearly a decade of work by Anthony Hudson, a queer Indigenous artist and agitator also known as Portland, Oregon’s premier drag clown, Carla Rossi. Whether fumbling with a lamp in a satirical takedown of land acknowledgments or confronting the history of redface in pop culture, Hudson alternates between Rossi’s cackling “ghost of white privilege” and more earnest, vulnerable confessionals as himself—all with a deep commitment to bitter humor and brutal honesty. In these performance works, a mixed-race Native boy plays a pilgrim in his kindergarten Thanksgiving pageant. A young artist recounts the racism in their favorite musical and the larger American theater system. A drag queen storytime goes disastrously wrong and calls for an exorcism with a plunger. Kate Bredeson’s unflinching introduction speaks to Hudson’s work through a cultural and historical lens and illuminates the importance of his project to filet the American Empire.
The 4th Annual MOST Pageant
Saturday, November 7th
Doors 6pm, Show 7pm
Tickets $20 in advance, $25 at the door
The MOST Pageant returns in thanks to our sponsors The Property Weirdos, Outrage Onstage, Demand Drag, Greg Lemix, and more!
9 extraordinary drag and burlesque entertainers will push their artistry to the limits, as they compete for fame and fortune ($500 and bookings and 2 drink tickets!) The contestant who brings the most extreme, bold, extravagant, avant-garde, out of this world, over the top, never before seen, mind blowing package will win the title of The MOST! This year’s contestants were chosen for their exemplification and commitment to mostness in their approaches to fashion, performance and living art. An esteemed panel of judges will be evaluating each contestant on their creativity and presentation to determine who will take the crown. Come ready to cheer and tip your favorite performers!
Who will be The MOST?
Anna Karenema
Baby LeStrange
Boujee Cherry
Harlow Quinzel
HOTTBOXX9000
Max Little
Seven
The Artist Formerly Known As Given
Tomboy
Grab your gear and strap on your tunic, because The Hyrule Ball is here. A niche, nerdy, nightlife celebration of everyone's favorite action-adventure franchise, just in time for the latest release. Featuring Zelda-inspired DJ sets and drag performances, specialty cocktails, local vendors, and consoles and cabinets for playing games with friends.
Come dressed in your cosplay best, grab your wallet of rupees, and get ready to dance until the Sun Song plays.
2026 Cinnamon Bear Cruise Dates:
Saturday, 11/28
Sunday, 11/29
Saturday, 12/5
Sunday, 12/6
Saturday, 12/12
Sunday, 12/13
Saturday, 12/19
Sunday, 12/20
Monday, 12/21
Tuesday, 12/22
Wednesday, 12/23
Thursday, 12/24
Saturday, 12/26
Sunday, 12/27
Boarding: 9:00 am
Cruising: 9:30 am – 11:30 am
Boarding Location:
Salmon Springs Dock
1010 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR 97204
Return Details: Returns to original departure point.
TicketsTickets start at $72 for adults or $52 for children 12 and younger. Cinnamon Bear has been a holiday tradition for generations and you’re invited to make this season one your child will remember forever.
Reservations available at portlandspirit.com/cinnamonbear or by calling 503-224-3900.
Portland premiere of the new 4k restoration and special shadowcast performance by The Denton Deliquents!
A worldwide epidemic encourages a biotech company to launch an organ-financing program similar in nature to a standard car loan. The repossession clause is a killer, however.
Come in costume and plan to sing-along!
Join the shop for a Tea Salon. Choose from a variety of delicious teas to sip on while practicing tasseomancy (tea leaf reading) with longtime tea leaf reader and herbalist Ciaran Keast. In this hour-long gathering, dive into the realm of magic, tea leaf reading and self-care with like-minded babes in a cozy and welcoming atmosphere. Get to know other witchy babes and learn the basics of tea leaf reading. There will be time to practice your reading skills with your own and other people's cups.
Light guidance and tea divination readings from Ciaran will also happen throughout the session.
Make sure to bring:
Why Attend?
Onigiri Action is an annual event by the Japanese Culture Club. Students make onigiri (rice balls), enjoy tea, and send a photo that helps provide five school meals to children in need worldwide. Everyone is welcome! Located in the Student Union (Bldg. 10). Gresham Campus Map
Participants will begin with self-reflective prompts before embarking on a slow, guided walk, where they will be invited to observe and capture with a camera (or cell phone) how the late autumn garden mirrors the landscapes of transformation, grief and transition.
The seasonal landscape itself becomes a teacher: the architectural presence of conifers standing among bare deciduous trees, the rich layers of fallen leaves returning to the soil, beavers preparing for winter, eagles tending their nests, seed pods, mosses, textures, changing light, and the quiet beauty that emerges when life appears stripped down to its essence.
Through mindful photographs, participants will gather visual "fragments" before coming together in a circle for creative reflection, gentle conversation, and complementary herbal teas. The intention is to cultivate presence, symbolism, and a compassionate way of witnessing both nature and ourselves.
Bring comfortable walking shoes, weather-appropriate layers, drinking water, optional snack, camera or cell phone. If using a cell phone camera, be sure that the sound is off.
About the Guest Facilitator
Clara-Julia Peru is an artist, poet and nature advocate. She is a grief informed art and nature guide with an abundance of specialized training in grief support and expression. Learn more about Clara-Julia’s work here.
Sliding Scale Equity Pricing
In an effort to create an inviting and inclusive community for all we have sliding scale equity pricing based on personal financial experience and financial privilege.
Consciously compost the old and claim your next energetic upgrade at a transformative evening hosted by Celine Redfield of Two Wings Balanced Healing. Anchored by a rare, generational Uranus-Pluto planetary alignment, this sacred sanctuary is designed for intentional release, deep nervous-system recalibration, and profound cellular renewal.
We’re celebrating two fabulous birthdays of Darcelle XV and Brandi Mae! Join us for an evening of love, laughter, and birthday magic, all while giving back to our community.
🎁 Bring an unwrapped toy or donate $10 to join the festivities and help spread a little extra joy! All donations will benefit Camp KC.
📅 November 8
🚪 Doors open at 5 PM | Show starts at 6 PM
🎟️ No reservations required | 21+ event
Come celebrate, give a little, and make someone’s holiday brighter! See you at the door!
Pass the gravy and bring on the glamour. Serving up a fabulous helping of bingo, laughs, and Thanksgiving fun at the Hi-Lo Hotel. Join the one and only Poison Waters as your host, with two fabulous queens performing and plenty of sparkle to kick off your holiday season. Gather your friends, bring your chosen family, and get ready to gobble up a good time.
Share the love: Please bring a canned or shelf-stable food item to donate to Esther’s Pantry. A little generosity can make a big difference, and we’ve got plenty to be thankful for.
Come hungry for fun and ready to give back. These queens are serving more than turkey.
The Portland Princess Ball returns bigger, more enchanting, and more unforgettable than ever! Explore three magical ballrooms and meet nine beloved princesses as they bring their stories to life through special interactions, live performances, photos, and dancing.
Meet the royal team. These queens and princesses are kind, sweet, and gentle, with hearts full of love for children. They embody grace and warmth, ensuring every moment is magical. Many of the performers are professional dancers, actors, and singers, bringing their talents and charisma to life with every wave of the wand. Of course, they’re always true to character, making each experience unforgettable.
The princess roster:
* Princess appearances are subject to change in case of illness, emergency, or circumstances beyond control.
Event Highlights:
Portland jazz and cabaret vocalist Courtney Freed brings The Courtney Freed Five to Edgefield for a night of classic swing: Basie, Ellington, Ella and the dance-floor standards that fill Portland's Lindy nights. Called "effervescent" and "a whirlwind of excitement," she released her album Big Crazy Love this year. With Hamody Hindi on guitar, Bernardo Gomez on bass, Josh Gilbert on horns and Charles Pike on drums, this is a band built for dancing. Beginners welcome.
Can Can’s first show in its restored Old Town home is a haunted-hotel cabaret. The Hitchcock Hotel once hosted royalty and politicians, and its dubious operations and supernatural pull still linger. Its newest hire, a graveyard-shift maître d’, learns he’s been mistakenly put on the perilous night shift, and a paranormal entanglement follows. Expect dance, burlesque, sultry songs, and an original score over three acts, with craft cocktails and bites served during the show. Evening performances are 21+ with valid ID.
Doors open at 10:00 PM. Pre-show starts at 10:30 PM; film starts at 11:00 PM sharp! It’s Halloween Month, which means Portland’s favorite tradition is bigger than ever! Be sure to get your tickets in advance as these events sell out every year. Join our weekly screenings of The Rocky Horror Picture Show that started in April of 1978! Starring Tim Curry, Susan Sarandon, and Barry Bostwick, The Rocky Horror Picture Show (1975) continues to titillate and delight audiences all over the world. Tonight’s screening features the cast of the Clinton Street Cabaret! $2 from every ticket goes to support the group. Come see the famous, rambunctious show that has played every single week at the Clinton Street Theater in Portland, Oregon. Director: Jim Sharman Country: USA Year: 1975 Runtime: 100 minutes Starting in March 2024 the CSC offers a selection of tickets for each show which are available to our BIPOC community members free of charge! To reserve one send an email to the Clinton Street Cabaret [email protected] with the heading BIPOC Affinity Ticket and include your name and the date of the show you would like to reserve a ticket for in the body of the email. Only 1 ticket can be reserved per person per show and reserved tickets also include a prop bag. These tickets can only be reserved by confirmed email with the Clinton Street Cabaret and are not available to reserve at the Clinton Street Theater box office. Tickets can be reserved starting two weeks before a show and no later than 2 hours before the show. Please note we won’t be able to accommodate late requests for shows that are already sold out. These are tickets specifically for the Clinton Street Cabaret’s performances of the Rocky Horror Picture Show at the Clinton Street Theater, on the 1st, 3rd, and occasionally 5th Saturdays of the month. Showings on 2nd and 4th Saturdays or “For Virgins” nights are not Cabaret shows and do not qualify for this program.
Get ready to set sail with Portland’s own Haus of DeVille for a night of Diabolical Drag and Buccaneer Burlesque. Presenting “DeVilles of the Caribbean” At Portland’s own Peacock PDX.
Nautical-themed performances by
Valerie DeVille
Anna Nymph
Theoddra B. MonStar
Xo Skeleton
Prince Peanut Butter
and Princess Jelly!
Featuring Acts inspired by The Goonies, Cutthroat Island, One Piece, Disneyland’s own Pirates of the Caribbean ride and much, much more. Perhaps even a mermaid or two. So stow your weapons and bring your treasure chests for the performers to pillage your tips. Follow the treasure map to the QR code and claim your tickets for $13. Otherwise, it be $15 at the door on the night of the show, mateys. Join the crew, or walk the plank.
21+
Looking for the best brunch in Portland? Treat yourself and your loved ones to a 2-hour Willamette River cruise featuring a delicious buffet of breakfast and lunch favorites. Sip on mimosas (included) while enjoying live piano music and stunning river views.
What's IncludedLidong marks the beginning of winter on the traditional Chinese solar calendar. Before the cold settles in, give yourself one slow morning: warming teas brewed gongfu style, the garden turning gold outside the window, and 80 minutes that belong entirely to you.
Hosted in a private, hand-built teahouse in SE Portland, this small-group gathering (16 guests maximum) is led by Fengxia, a landscape architect who designed and built the teahouse and its Japanese-style garden herself. You will taste several seasonal teas, learn the basics of gongfu brewing, and leave with a quieter mind.
Advance booking required.
Chai and Roses is going Disco for this edition. From Bollywood to the Classics and everything in between. Feeling free on the dance floor is where we want you to be. Dress up or come as you are. See you on the liberation dance floor.
Doors and DJs at 7 p.m. Drag and performances at 9 p.m., Dancing til 11 p.m.Honoring the QTBIPOC folks who came before — radical ancestors who fought to be seen, heard and free to love. Honor the rich diversity of people within the QTBIPOC community. QTBIPOC folks of all backgrounds and identities, as well as allies, are invited. Come together and contribute to a fun and respectful party. Any form of prejudice or discrimination, such as biphobia, fatphobia, or transphobia, will not be tolerated.
DJs:
Drag Artists and Performers
Pop Ups
Pop Ups
Co-hosted with Pdx Queer Lotus
Johnson Creek Watershed Council cordially invites you to the Volunteer and Community Appreciation Dinner. Join us in celebrating all of the volunteers, partners and community that have made a huge impact on the Johnson Creek Watershed in 2026! We could not do this work without YOU!
This event has limited capacity. If you can no longer attend please email [email protected] and let them know.
RSVP REQUIRED – click here to RSVPWhat: Join us for a fun evening with local drag artists and ecologists, Efemmera Gendera and Thespis D. Light, the team behind Drag Me Outside! Blending drag and environmental education, Drag Me Outside encourages folks to get outside, learn about the environment, and build community with one another.
We will also have a free buffet style dinner, volunteer awards, raffle prizes, and a fun community bonding activity.
When: Thursday, November 19th, 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Where: Parish Hall at All Saints Episcopal Church (4033 SE Woodstock Blvd). This is also where our office is 🙂
Children are welcome at this event if accompanied by an attentive adult.
Health and Safety: We will follow current Oregon Health Authority guidelines. Masks are not required, but encouraged in indoor spaces where social distancing is not possible. Stay home if you are experiencing symptoms of any contagious illness or have had recent contact with someone exhibiting symptoms of any illness.
Accessibility: There is an ADA entrance to the event. ADA bathrooms are provided. Seating is available.
RSVP REQUIRED – click here to RSVPDirections:
Address – 4033 SE Woodstock Blvd, Portland, there will be signs directing you to the correct entrance.
By car: There is limited parking in the building parking lot, but ample parking in the surrounding neighborhood. Please be mindful of neighbors and do not block any driveways.
By bike: Most roads surrounding the office are shared roads. SE Woodstock Blvd has dedicated bike lanes West of SE 41st Ave. 41st Ave has dedicated bike lanes.
By transit: Take bus line 19 or bus line 75 and get off at Woodstock & 41st.
Thank you to our funders and partners for supporting watershed health. The Mintkeski Family Fund of the Oregon Community Foundation, The City of Portland’s Bureau of Environmental Services, East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District and Clackamas Water Environment Services, and The City of Gresham.
21+ · <p><strong><em>UMBRAE NOCTIS 2026 - WEEKEND PASS</em></strong></p><p><strong><em>onsale Sept 1- Sept 30</em></strong></p><p><em>single day passes will be available Oct 2</em></p><p></p><p><strong><em>FRIDAY NIGHT HEADLINER:</em></strong></p><p><strong><em>*MOSCATO SKY</em></strong></p><p><strong><em>FRIDAY NIGHT FEATURE:</em></strong></p><p><strong><em>*ASTERIA ATOMBOMB</em></strong></p><p></p><p><strong><em>SATURDAY NIGHT HEADLINER:</em></strong></p><p><strong><em>*THROB ZOMBIE</em></strong></p><p><strong><em>SATURDAY NIGHT FEATURE:</em></strong></p><p><strong><em>*HALO AS HELL</em></strong></p><p><br>We will gather in the glorious confines of The Coffin Crypt to witness a spectacular showcase of resplendently decadent performance art by creatures from all walks of life.</p><p>You will find gloriously ghoulish drag and burlesque performances that will transfix your senses all weekend, all set to the feelings and sounds of darkwave, post-punk, goth, deathrock and punk. Artists from all walks of life and from all parts of the world will gather to share their beauty with you with performances that will leave you breathless.</p><p></p><p>- Friday and Saturday, November 13 & 14 at <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://thecoffinclubpdx.com/"><u>The Coffin</u></a> (421 SE Grand Ave) - performances from 8pm-11pm each night (doors at 7), with after party and dancing til 2 AM.<strong><em></em></strong></p><p></p><p>- Sunday, November 15 we will hold a Dark Market at THE COFFIN<strong><em></em></strong></p><p></p><p>- Saturday & Sunday you will have the opportunity to take <a target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" href="https://www.umbraenoctisfestival.com/workshops"><u>workshops </u></a>with our special guests, including our headliner Throb Zombie!</p>
Knowing that there is beauty to be found in the shadows of the night, Natasha Riot, the producer of the monthly show Burlynomicon, called the coven together to create a weekend-long festival to celebrate all things dark and decadent and on the fringes...and thus the Umbrae Noctis Festival was born.
Now in its 3rd year, you will find gloriously ghoulish drag and burlesque performances that will transfix your senses all weekend, all set to the feelings and sounds of darkwave, post-punk, goth, deathrock and punk. Artists from all walks of life and from all parts of the world will gather to share their beauty with you, including 2026 Saturday night headliner Throb Zombie with performances that will leave you breathless.
Please see the website for each night's cast.
Set aside two hours for a somatic-focused mini retreat with Sophia Miller that explores the balance and support of the hips and pelvis. The session weaves gentle Primal Vinyasa, sacral aromatherapy, journaling inspired by the natural world, and an all-instrumental soundscape, and it begins with a simple tea service. Journaling materials are provided. Please bring a yoga mat and a favorite mug for tea. Early bird pricing is $45 or $80 for two, with a $55 rate afterward. Space is limited to 16 students, and registration is available through Mindbody.
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!
Couple's Package includes:
- 2 premium seats
- $90 food & beverage credit ($45 per person)
- Gratuity
- Ticket Protection
Management reserves the right to prevent customers from entering the facility who they deem disruptive or dangerous to other patrons.
Poison Waters is not just a personality, she is an experience – a bawdy, smart, laugh-so-hard-you'll-cry experience, and she'll emcee you through a night of bingo more lively than you ever thought bingo could be. Play to win prizes like overnight stays at McMenamins historic hotels – and more.
Ding ding ding… your room is waiting at the infamous Hitchcock Hotel. Although decades have passed since the Hitchcock family entertained royalty and influential politicians, the hotel's dubious operations continue. The hotel's supernatural allure inhabits its guests (and staff) in this dilapidated relic of the past. The Hitchcocks' latest hire is no exception. The graveyard "maitre d," quickly realizes that there has been a misunderstanding in the hiring process and that he's been mistakenly hired for the precarious “night shift” position, one unfit for pedigree. He is about to experience nothing short of a fortuitous paranormal entanglement unlike any other. An evening featuring death-defying dance, sultry songs, shimmying show girls and hauntingly beautiful new music, you’re sure to delight in this decadence of the damned.
Give the gift of a healing balm and a soothing tea this holiday season with Saundra Kamman of Bloom and Grow Nutrition! Discuss herbs and their traditional uses and make a balm to heal and soften dry skin. Create a delicious tea to calm frazzled holiday nerves, too! Everyone will go home with gifts and recipes to make more.
Introduction to the 5 major tea types and ceremonial tea.
Join us for an introduction to the five major types of tea; green, white, oolong, black, and dark tea. Together we will explore the origins of Camellia sinensis, trace its history and cultural roots, and experience the art of gongfu ceremonial tea service. This class is an invitation to step into the magic, wonder, and devotion that tea inspires, while learning how its many expressions continue to connect us to the natural world and our human nature.
This gathering is offered with a suggested contribution of $35. In the spirit of inclusivity and balance, you are welcome to offer what feels right for you, whether that is $35, $25, or more if you have the means. Contributions above the suggested amount help make this experience accessible to those with financial need and sustain the ongoing care and energy poured into holding spaces like this. Every offering, whether financial or energetic, affirms the value of community supported education.
We also acknowledge the systemic barriers that have long limited access for BIPOC communities. To honor this, a $15 option is available for BIPOC participants who would benefit from it. This is one way we commit to equity, ensuring that diversity is not only welcomed but integral to the richness of the experience.
If the listed prices are still a barrier, please reach out directly. I am more than willing to work with you to ensure that tea remains within reach for all who feel called to share in it.
All are welcome here. You are invited to arrive exactly as you are and take part in a space rooted in openness, care, and community, a living space where each presence is honored and where we grow together through the deep, transformative beauty of tea.
To help us hold a mindful and welcoming space, we ask participants to be considerate of sensory sensitivities by avoiding strong fragrances. This is a space of gentle awareness, where we honor our own needs as well as those of others. By showing up with openness, care, and respect for each other’s boundaries, we create a collective meditative atmosphere where, tea, and community belonging can flourish.
In the spirit of reciprocity and uplifting community together, five dollars from each participant will be donated to Q Center, a nonprofit that supports LGBTQ2SIA+ communities through advocacy, resources, and safe spaces, embodying tea’s spirit of connection, reflection, healing, and belonging.
This class is led by D’Guar (they/them), a trans person of color, tea guide, and community builder based in Portland, Oregon. D’Guar has devoted their path to exploring the spirit of Camellia sinensis through mindful practice, storytelling, and connection. Through their project Water Fairy Tea, they create spaces where tea becomes a bridge between nature, presence, and belonging. Their offerings weave education with devotion, inviting participants to meet tea not only as a beverage, but as a living companion in self discovery and community care with nature and the world around.
We acknowledge that this work takes place on the traditional lands of the Multnomah, Clackamas, Chinook, Kathlamet, Tualatin, Kalapuya, Molalla, and many other Indigenous ancestors and communities. We honor their enduring presence, care, and wisdom, and offer gratitude to the land and to the people who have tended it since time immemorial.
Portland Japanese Garden will offer free public demonstrations of Chadō, the Way of Tea, at the Cathy Rudd Cultural Corner in the Jordan Schnitzer Japanese Arts Learning Center.
The Way of Tea is intrinsically linked to Japanese gardens and understanding the kokoro (heart) of Japanese gardening.
The traditional Japanese tea ceremony is a manner of preparing and drinking a bowl of tea. More than just making tea, it reflects the Japanese sense of omotenashi, or wholehearted hospitality. It involves choreographed movements where both the host and guest escape the fast pace of life and experience calm.
21+
12 performers bring to life their favorite characters from the movie with acts of drag and burlesque. From Jareth to Ludo!
Seating is open. We suggest getting there early to get the best seats. Tipping is encouraged for all drag and burlesque shows!
Doors at 7:00 PM; show at 8:00 PM. 21+ only.
The perfect setting for a wonderful Thanksgiving with the whole family. Let us do the cooking this holiday! Sit back and relax as you cruise down the river taking in the views of the city of Portland and the historic Milwaukie waterfront. Enjoy a delicious buffet meal with holiday classics and tempting desserts.
ScheduleWe offer two cruises on Thursday, November 26th:
Afternoon
• Boarding: 11:30 am
• Cruising: 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Evening
• Boarding: 4:00 pm
• Cruising: 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm
Boarding Location:
Salmon Springs Dock
1010 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR 97204
Return Details: Returns to original departure point.
DRAG BRUNCH BAR-CALA (Sunday November 1st)About this EventDRAG BRUNCH PORTLAND - Portlands #1 Drag Brunch!Located at BARCALA PDX on ALBERTA!As seen on TikTok. Instagram, and voted runner up as Portlands BEST
The official Bar Cala site advertises Sunday brunch.
Paying tribute to villains, anti-heroes, and anyone ostracized by society. In an era where trans and gender non-conforming people are constantly villainized by the media, choose to reclaim the label and have a little fun with it. Get ready to embrace the parts of yourself that scare people.
Trans Voices Cabaret Portland is an annual musical theater showcase with a different theme each year. TVC began in New York, and chapters have been created in cities across the country. The PDX chapter has been performing since 2022, first produced by Teague Shattuck.
This show is sponsorship- and donation-based, with cast and crew receiving a percentage of ticket sales. To support the work, please consider the most generous ticketing tier within your reach.
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.
Celebrate the season with a little holiday magic at Portland Japanese Garden. For three special weekends, experience the Garden’s traditional winter decorations, shop for thoughtful Japanese and Japanese-inspired gifts, and have your purchases beautifully wrapped in cloth using the Japanese custom of furoshiki. Along the way, warm up with seasonal teas and treats from the Umami Café and make an origami ornament to take home. These Holiday Weekends are a festive way to slow down, enjoy the season, and find something meaningful for everyone on your list.
Did you know? Furoshiki refers to traditional Japanese cloths that are used to wrap and carry items, including gifts. Traditionally, when presenting a gift wrapped in furoshiki, givers would take the cloth back home with them. Today, furoshiki may also be given as part of the gift itself, valued both for their beauty and as environmentally friendly, reusable alternatives to disposable paper wrap. Recipients can then reuse the cloth for wrapping and carrying items or presenting a future gift.
Pour Decisions... A Drag Affair - Nov 21
📅 Date: Saturday, Nov 21, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM - Doors open at 5pm
🎟️ Tickets:
Advance: $25 per person (21+ event only)
Members: $15 per person (up to 4 tickets)
At the Door: $30 (after 4 PM on event day)
🚚 Food Truck: Westside Pizza House
🍕 Outside food is welcome
🚫 No outside beverages allowed (including water)
🐾 No pets allowed
❌ No refunds
Join us for a fun Holiday Themed British tea with sandwiches and cakes galor. Our fundraiser will be at St. Bartholomew#39;s Church 11/14This is our big fundraiser for the year - our annual afternoon tea party. Our members bake and make homemade - from
Join a day of sipping and celebrating with tea friends. Special guests from Enthea, Teazen, Ocha, and Aishang will be stopping by throughout the day. Enjoy delicious pastries from Miss Orange and friends, along with crafts, giveaways, and plenty of surprises.
Enjoy a Little Magic with Sarah Blue Cloud tarot and palm readings. Guest Tea Spotlights with Via Tempo, Tea J Tea and Brew and Blossom. End the evening with Charlie Sebastian Short for a Sound Bath Meditation, a peaceful way to close out a day of tea, friendship, and celebration. Space is limited for the Sound Bath.
No admission fee, just an open invitation to spend the day enjoying tea.
Free All-Day Tea Party.
En este grupo de lectura, cada miembro lee un fragmento de un cuento y aporta su perspectiva única a la discusión mientras disfruta de café, té y bocadillos. Los lectores no solo discuten la historia, sino que también comparten sus experiencias relacionadas con los temas, ¡y hacen amigos! Participar regularmente con un grupo de lectores anima a las personas a pensar de manera crítica, expresar sus ideas con claridad y considerar puntos de vista que de otra manera no habrían encontrado.
In this book group, each member reads a fragment of a short story and brings their unique viewpoint to the discussion of it while enjoying coffee, tea, and snacks. Readers not only discuss the story, but also share their experiences related to its themes, and they make friends! Regularly engaging with a group of readers encourages individuals to think critically, articulate thoughts clearly, and consider viewpoints they might not have encountered otherwise.
Darcelle XV and Company have been entertaining audiences from all walks of life for over 50 years with Las Vegas-style cabaret revues featuring glitz, glamour, and comedy.
TGIF! What a week, huh? Wrap up your week in a fun way and join this fabulous night of glittery entertainment.