Makers events in Portland

WEDNOV 4

6:00 PM

All agesScience PubsMuseums

OMSI Science Pub: Nature’s Copycat: Convergent Evolution Throughout Time

Mission Theater1624 NW Glisan St, Portland, OR 97209

We've all heard the phrase, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." Turns out, nature seems to agree! From the fossil record to the animals living around us today, evolution has a funny habit of coming up with the same solutions again and again. Different animals can end up...

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FRINOV 6

NOV 6–NOV 8 · Hours not provided

💰 $22Craft FairsWorkshopsFood & DrinkMakers

Sacred Sheep 2026

The Redd on Salmon Street831 SE Salmon Street

Sacred Sheep is an annual event celebrating our maker’s community. With a focus on local artisans, organizers Ritual Dyes aim to create an inclusive, community-minded space for fiber enthusiasts. Sacred Sheep is held in November in Portland, Oregon and is comprised of a marketplace for maker vendors, meet-ups, food, classes and more.

Sacred Sheep is an annual event celebrating our maker’s community. With a focus on local artisans, organizers Ritual Dyes aim to create an inclusive, community-minded space for fiber enthusiasts. Sacred Sheep is held in November in Portland,...

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MONNOV 9

7:00 PM – 8:30 PM

Science Pubs

Forest Pub: Mushrooms

McMenamins Mission Theater1624 NW Glisan St

Purchase Tickets Here Join us for our next Forest Pub focused on Mushrooms as the Architect of the Forest: Fungi and their Hidden Ecological Roles, an evening of storytelling, science, and community exploration in partnership with the Oregon...

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THUNOV 5

4:00 PM

+1 dates

Craft FairsCraftsMakersCocktailsHolidays & SeasonalNightlife & Social

First Thursday Crafts & Cocktails

McMenamins Crystal Ballroom1332 W Burnside St

Join Urban Art Network for a special holiday edition of First Thursday inside Portland’s iconic McMenamins Crystal Ballroom! For two festive nights, we’re bringing together an incredible lineup of local artists, makers, and small businesses for a...

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THUNOV 5

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM

Cultural HeritageWorkshopsCraftsMakersFood & DrinkKids (5-11)Holidays & Seasonal

STEAM Lab: Sugar Skulls

Aloha Community Library17445 SW Farmington Rd, Suite 26A

Create an edible sugar skull, or calavera de azúcar, a confection molded from sugar paste and decorated for the Mexican celebration for the Day of the Dead (Día de los muertos). Learn about the history and significance of sugar skulls while...

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TUENOV 3

12:00 PM – 5:00 PM

+9 dates

Drop-inMakers

Open Fab Lab

OMIC Training Center at PCC Columbia County Center, 34001 NE Wagner Ct, Scappoose, OR 97056, USAMap

- Open Fab Lab Hours are available to PCC Students and Staff, Industry and Non-profit Partners as well as the Community! - There is no cost to visit the Fab Lab, and most materials are provided, although the priority of material and equipment use goes to current PCC Students....

WEDNOV 18

7:00 PM · Doors 6:00 PM

All agesScience PubsMusic

Science On Tap – Save the Planet: Recycle! …or Not?

Alberta Rose Theatre3000 NE Alberta St

Few conservation behaviors have captured the public’s interest as much as recycling. But sorting your trash and placing it at the curb isn’t recycling . . . it’s just the start of a long and somewhat surprising journey for your empty milk cartons...

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WEDNOV 4

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

RSVP requiredMakersWorkshops

Intro to Prusa 3D Printing -- Adult Maker Time

East County Library475 NW Division Street

Space is limited; every participant must be signed up in advance to reserve a spot. Join us at the Creative Learning Room to learn a new skill, and meet friendly people. The program will focus exclusively on an introduction to 3D printing with our Prusa printers. As a result, other equipment will not be available for public use during this time.

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FRINOV 27

3:00 PM

+2 dates

Drop-inCraft FairsHolidays & SeasonalMakersMusicFood & Drink

Vancouver Holiday Market

Hilton Hotel Convention Center301 W 6th St Vancouver, WA 98660

Start shopping for those loved ones on your list and support local artisans at the three-day Vancouver Holiday Market. Featuring more than 120 talented local makers from across the region, you’ll find unique handmade gifts and one-of-a-kind PNW inspired treasures. With crafting stations, a photo booth, and live music and performances throughout the day, the market is fun for all ages. On Friday evening, make a night of it with the Community Tree Lighting in Esther Short Park, right across the street from the market. On Saturday, stroll over to the Downtown Vancouver Farmers Market to enjoy local food and seasonal treats.

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TUENOV 3

5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

+2 dates

RSVP requiredWorkshopsMakers

Creative Learning: Glowforge Laser Cutter

Albina Library205 NE Russell St

Use a Glowforge laser cutter to engrave and cut designs out of acrylic or wood, with assistance from staff and volunteers. No experience needed! A selection of laser-safe materials will be available for you to use. Space is limited and registration is required . Registration opens November 24 . Children in grades 5 and under must be accompanied by an attentive teen or adult.

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OMSI Science Pub: Nature’s Copycat: Convergent Evolution Throughout Time

Sacred Sheep 2026

Forest Pub: Mushrooms

First Thursday Crafts & Cocktails

STEAM Lab: Sugar Skulls

Open Fab Lab

Science On Tap – Save the Planet: Recycle! …or Not?

Intro to Prusa 3D Printing -- Adult Maker Time

Vancouver Holiday Market

Creative Learning: Glowforge Laser Cutter

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