Outdoors events in Portland

TUENOV 10

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

💰 $32SportsDocumentariesOutdoorsParks & Nature

Warren Miller’s “Days Off”

Warren Miller’s “Days Off” will play at the Kiggins Theater from 7-9 p.m. Nov. 1. Host Katie Burrell will show what the pros do on their days off. Go skijoring in Banff, join Craig McMorris and friends in Whistler, and explore Alaska’s spines with Sam Kuch and Craig Murray. Watch Jess Kimura push snowboarding forward and inspire the next generation in Hokkaido, Japan. Head to Chamonix for an intense high-alpine pivot with Christina “Lusti” Lustenberger. Hit Deer Valley with Ted Ligety, Kaylin Richardson, Pep Fujas and Chuck Mumford. Get tickets ($32) at kigginstheatre.com/movie/warren-millers-day-off.

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WEDNOV 4

7:30 PM

ClassicalElectronic & DJChoralDocumentaries

Powaqqatsi: Live with The Philip Glass Ensemble

Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall1037 SW Broadway

November 4, 2026

Powaqqatsi: Live with The Philip Glass Ensemble

Special Concerts

Overview

The Philip Glass Ensemble returns to Portland for Powaqqatsi, an artful cinematic experience that speaks to the impact of modernization and industrialization on traditional ways of living. Seen through the lens of communities across the globe, the narrative is amplified by compositions from Philip Glass that feature native, classical, and electronic instruments. Enjoyed alone or as the second in The Qatsi Trilogy, you won’t want to miss this thought-provoking performance from The Philip Glass Ensemble and conductor Michael Riesman.

po.waq.qa.tsi (from the Hopi language, powaq sorcerer + qatsi life) n., an entity, a way of life, that consumes the life forces of other beings in order to further its own life.

About the Show

Info

This concert is part of the Special Concerts series, and is eligible for the Choose Your Own Series (Portland only). Concert length is approximately 1 hour 40 minutes. No intermission.

Concert begins promptly at the time listed.

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November 4, 2026

Powaqqatsi: Live with The Philip Glass Ensemble

Special Concerts

Overview

The Philip Glass Ensemble returns to Portland for Powaqqatsi, an artful cinematic experience that speaks to the impact of modernization and industrialization on traditional ways of living. Seen through the lens of communities across the globe, the narrative is amplified by compositions from Philip Glass that feature native, classical, and electronic instruments. Enjoyed alone or as the second in The Qatsi Trilogy, you won’t want to miss this thought-provoking performance from The Philip Glass Ensemble and conductor Michael Riesman.

po.waq.qa.tsi (from the Hopi language, powaq sorcerer + qatsi life) n., an entity, a way of life, that consumes the life forces of other beings in order to further its own life.

About the Show

Info

This concert is part of the Special Concerts series, and is eligible for the Choose Your Own Series (Portland only). Concert length is approximately 1 hour 40 minutes. No intermission.

Concert begins promptly at the time listed.

Loading... Select a Date Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, Portland Wed, Nov 4, 2026, 7:30 PM Promo Code Buy Tickets

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SUNNOV 1

4:00 PM – 5:30 PM

OutdoorsHiking & WalkingHolidays & SeasonalMuseums

Bora Yoon Witch’s Castle Soundwalk Meet-up

2960 NW Upshur St, Portland, OR 972102960 NW Upshur St

Meet at 4:00PM, Walk at 4:15PM, the walk is 1.5 mile total out-and-back hike. Plan to meet at Lower Macleay Park - 2960 NW Upshur St, Portland, OR 97210.

Join Third Angle and World Forestry Center for an immersive All-Saints Day soundwalk to Witch’s Castle, featuring a spooky, site-specific soundscape created by local composer Bora Yoon. Grab your headphones, download the soundwalk, and join us under the bridge at Lower Macleay Park as we excavate memory, and bring to life place-based storytelling along the wooded path.

REGISTER FOR THE SOUND WALK

Meet at 4:00PM, Walk at 4:15PM, the walk is 1.5 mile total out-and-back hike. Plan to meet at Lower Macleay Park - 2960 NW Upshur St, Portland, OR 97210.

Join Third Angle and World Forestry Center for an immersive All-Saints Day soundwalk to Witch’s Castle, featuring a spooky, site-specific soundscape created by local composer Bora Yoon. Grab your headphones, download the soundwalk, and join us under the bridge at Lower Macleay Park as we excavate memory, and bring to life place-based storytelling along the wooded path.

REGISTER FOR THE SOUND WALK

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SUNNOV 1

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

OutdoorsCyclingSpectator Sports

Unicycle Cyclocross race series by Cross Crusade #6 McMenamins Edgefield

McMenamins - Edgefield2126 Southwest Halsey Street, Troutdale, OR

Held at McMenamins Edgefield in Troutdale, this is the grand finale in cyclocross race series. The race is 25 minutes long and is located in the grounds of

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SUNNOV 8

7:00 PM

Author TalksDocumentariesTalks & LecturesCultural Heritage

James Spooner Book Release + Afro-Punk

PAM CUT's Tomorrow Theater3530 Southeast Division Street

James Spooner joins PAM CUT for a screening of his film Afro-Punk, followed by an author talk for his new book It Starts With Anger. Books will be available for sale on site.

It Starts With Anger is a coming-of-age graphic memoir exploring race, identity, and rebellion through James Spooner’s teenage years in 1990s New York into his young adulthood in the early 2000s. Confronted with systemic racism, microaggressions, and Nazi extremism within punk spaces, Spooner traces how reactionary anger evolved into a creative force and a path to self-determination, along the way following the founding of the Afro-Punk movement, his eventual decision to leave the company, and an ongoing raw examination of the tensions between underground culture and mainstream success.

While not a traditional graphic memoir, It Starts With Anger combines black-and-white, zine-inspired visual elements including photos, illustrations, and cartoon panels with traditional narrative in a unique package that recounts the story behind Afro-Punk. James Spooner has not talked publicly about his reasons for quitting Afro-Punk previously, and the book is a damning indictment of its corporatization. But more importantly, it also oﬀers a look at issues of Black identity, representation, and the lack thereof in a movement that had often prided itself on allyship, while being completely myopic to all the ways it fell short in that regard as a scene that was ironically both liberating and alienating for the Black people drawn to it.

ON SCREEN: Afro-Punk

2003. Directed by James Spooner. Runtime: 1 hour 6 minutes.

This film, which many may assume is a historical punk documentary, is actually an honest and needed treatment of race and identity. Punk and Hardcore music are simply the microcosm in which it is told. First-time director, James Spooner, in telling this story, has opened new dialogues on these crucial subjects both intra- and interracially. Many times funny, sometimes sobering, a wake-up call to America. An examination of the duality of racial identity that DuBois called “double consciousness.” What could have been “The Bad Brains Story” is a story about kids, alienated by two cultures and two communities. Many of these punk and hardcore kids have never questioned their role in the punk scene or the black community until their interviews, and it’s obvious as they struggle on camera to reconcile a fragmented self.

This program is co-presented by Literary Arts as part of the Cover-to-Cover program.

James Spooner joins PAM CUT for a screening of his film Afro-Punk, followed by an author talk for his new book It Starts With Anger. Books will be available for sale on site.

It Starts With Anger is a coming-of-age graphic memoir exploring race, identity, and rebellion through James Spooner’s teenage years in 1990s New York into his young adulthood in the early 2000s. Confronted with systemic racism, microaggressions, and Nazi extremism within punk spaces, Spooner traces how reactionary anger evolved into a creative force and a path to self-determination, along the way following the founding of the Afro-Punk movement, his eventual decision to leave the company, and an ongoing raw examination of the tensions between underground culture and mainstream success.

While not a traditional graphic memoir, It Starts With Anger combines black-and-white, zine-inspired visual elements including photos, illustrations, and cartoon panels with traditional narrative in a unique package that recounts the story behind Afro-Punk. James Spooner has not talked publicly about his reasons for quitting Afro-Punk previously, and the book is a damning indictment of its corporatization. But more importantly, it also oﬀers a look at issues of Black identity, representation, and the lack thereof in a movement that had often prided itself on allyship, while being completely myopic to all the ways it fell short in that regard as a scene that was ironically both liberating and alienating for the Black people drawn to it.

ON SCREEN: Afro-Punk

2003. Directed by James Spooner. Runtime: 1 hour 6 minutes.

This film, which many may assume is a historical punk documentary, is actually an honest and needed treatment of race and identity. Punk and Hardcore music are simply the microcosm in which it is told. First-time director, James Spooner, in telling this story, has opened new dialogues on these crucial subjects both intra- and interracially. Many times funny, sometimes sobering, a wake-up call to America. An examination of the duality of racial identity that DuBois called “double consciousness.” What could have been “The Bad Brains Story” is a story about kids, alienated by two cultures and two communities. Many of these punk and hardcore kids have never questioned their role in the punk scene or the black community until their interviews, and it’s obvious as they struggle on camera to reconcile a fragmented self.

This program is co-presented by Literary Arts as part of the Cover-to-Cover program.

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SUNNOV 8

2:00 PM

DocumentariesMuseumsReadingsLGBTQ+

Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World (2026)

Portland Art Museum1219 Southwest Park Avenue

If poetry had a pop icon, Mary Oliver would be it. Best-selling poet and Pulitzer Prize-winner, lover of dogs and long walks in the woods, queer and out but intensely private—Oliver’s poems inspire liberals and conservatives, atheists and believers, naturalists and urbanites. She was America’s unlikely, contemporary mystic, stalking the ponds and forests of Cape Cod for nearly fifty years in order to open herself—and us, her readers—to the known and unknowable world. Sasha Waters’ beguiling portrait features poems read by Helena Bonham Carter, Steve Buscemi, Stephen Colbert, Lucy Dacus, Jesse Welles, and Oprah Winfrey.

Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World (2026) Directed by Sasha Waters Freyer. 1hr 31min. Not Rated.

If poetry had a pop icon, Mary Oliver would be it. Best-selling poet and Pulitzer Prize-winner, lover of dogs and long walks in the woods, queer and out but intensely private—Oliver’s poems inspire liberals and conservatives, atheists and believers, naturalists and urbanites. She was America’s unlikely, contemporary mystic, stalking the ponds and forests of Cape Cod for nearly fifty years in order to open herself—and us, her readers—to the known and unknowable world. Sasha Waters’ beguiling portrait features poems read by Helena Bonham Carter, Steve Buscemi, Stephen Colbert, Lucy Dacus, Jesse Welles, and Oprah Winfrey.

Mary Oliver: Saved by the Beauty of the World (2026) Directed by Sasha Waters Freyer. 1hr 31min. Not Rated.

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MONNOV 2

9:30 AM – 3:30 PM

+6 dates

💰 $13+OutdoorsParks & Nature

Fall Discount Days

Oregon Zoo4001 Southwest Canyon Road

The Oregon Zoo invites you to connect with nature from November 2 to 8 for $13 zoo admission. This offer cannot be combined with any other discounts, including membership. Infants aged 0 to 1 are admitted free when accompanied by a paying adult.

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SUNNOV 1

3:30 PM – 4:30 PM

CraftsWorkshopsKids & FamilyOutdoorsParks & Nature

Science Sunday: Pinecone Bird Feeders

Hillsboro Public Library, Brookwood2850 NE Brookwood Pkwy

Make life a little easier on our Oregon winter birds with some crafty edible artistry for all ages.

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SUNNOV 1

10:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Holidays & SeasonalKids & FamilyOutdoors

Pumpkin Lane

Pomeroy Living History Farm20902 NE Lucia Falls Rd

Like all our events, Pumpkin Lane and Pumpkin Lane After Dark will act as a fundraisers for the Pomeroy Living History Farm, a 501c3 nonprofit. Our mission is to preserve and maintain history, provide educational opportunities, and share farm life - past & present - with the community.

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Like all our events, Pumpkin Lane and Pumpkin Lane After Dark will act as a fundraisers for the Pomeroy Living History Farm, a 501c3 nonprofit. Our mission is to preserve and maintain history, provide educational opportunities, and share farm life - past & present - with the community.

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SATNOV 7

3:00 PM – 9:00 PM

💰 $95+DiningToursOutdoorsParks & NatureHolidays & Seasonal

BigLeaf Maple Dinner

Camp ColtonMap

Welcome in the beginning of maple pulling season, for a one-of-a-kind culinary experience set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Pacific Northwest at Camp Colton. Collaborating with Stelo and the Oregon Maple Project for the Fourth Annual Big Leaf Maple Dinner, to present an intimate family-style dinner, where each course includes the maple syrup harvested from the maple trees at Camp Colton.

This thoughtfully curated evening is designed for those who value a deeper connection to nature, are curious about local food sources, and desire a connection to community. Begin your journey with a tour of the Sugar Shack, where you'll learn about the magic of maple sugaring and enjoy the rare treat of tasting fresh, homegrown Oregon maple syrup.

Use this as an opportunity to invite a friend, escape the ordinary and deepen your appreciation for Oregon's natural and culinary treasures, all while supporting the stewardship of this land and the mission of the Oregon Maple Project.

Welcome in the beginning of maple pulling season, for a one-of-a-kind culinary experience set against the breathtaking backdrop of the Pacific Northwest at Camp Colton. Collaborating with Stelo and the Oregon Maple Project for the Fourth Annual Big Leaf Maple Dinner, to present an intimate family-style dinner, where each course includes the maple syrup harvested from the maple trees at Camp Colton.

This thoughtfully curated evening is designed for those who value a deeper connection to nature, are curious about local food sources, and desire a connection to community. Begin your journey with a tour of the Sugar Shack, where you'll learn about the magic of maple sugaring and enjoy the rare treat of tasting fresh, homegrown Oregon maple syrup.

Use this as an opportunity to invite a friend, escape the ordinary and deepen your appreciation for Oregon's natural and culinary treasures, all while supporting the stewardship of this land and the mission of the Oregon Maple Project.

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SUNNOV 15

1:00 PM – 4:00 PM

💰 $55+WineGamesOutdoorsSports

Walla and Willamette Putt and Pour

Ironlight525 3rd St

Wine, mini-golf, delicious bites, and unbeatable views. What more could you want from a fall afternoon? After selling out completely last year, the Walla and Willamette Putt and Pour is back for Round 2, and it's bigger than ever with seven world-class wineries in the lineup.

Join Walla Walla Vintners, REX HILL, Erath Winery, Echolands, Dossier, Pepper Bridge Winery, and Argyle on November 15th for three all-inclusive hours of mini-golf, wine, light bites, and the best view in Lake Oswego.

Wine, mini-golf, delicious bites, and unbeatable views. What more could you want from a fall afternoon? After selling out completely last year, the Walla and Willamette Putt and Pour is back for Round 2, and it's bigger than ever with seven world-class wineries in the lineup.

Join Walla Walla Vintners, REX HILL, Erath Winery, Echolands, Dossier, Pepper Bridge Winery, and Argyle on November 15th for three all-inclusive hours of mini-golf, wine, light bites, and the best view in Lake Oswego.

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THUNOV 26

9:00 AM – 10:00 AM

💰 $15OutdoorsRunning & RacesWellnessKids & FamilyHolidays & Seasonal

Ridgefield Public School Foundation’s 10th Annual Turkey Trot

Union Ridge Elementary School330 N 5th Ave.

Thursday, November 26 | Union Ridge Elementary School

The 10th Annual Ridgefield Public Schools Foundation Turkey Trot, presented by the Cowlitz Indian Tribe and Columbia Credit Union, takes place on a scenic route through Ridgefield, traveling through Abrams Park and along Lake River. It’s a 5K family friendly run/walk event that raises funds to help the Foundation’s efforts to provide scholarships and grant opportunities to students, teachers, and staff. Last year’s event had more than 1,000 participants, and we hope to grow our event even more this year as we support Ridgefield schools and their students.

Register Now

This year’s 10th Annual Turkey Trot, presented by Cowlitz Indian Tribe and Columbia Credit Union will take place on Thursday, November 26th, starting with the Drumstick Dash—a short run for children ages 5 and under and not yet in kindergarten —at 8:45 am. The main event, a 5K run/walk, follows at 9:00 am. Both events will begin and end at Union Ridge Elementary School in downtown Ridgefield.

While the Turkey Trot is a fun run/walk without a formal timer, participants are encouraged to enjoy the spirit of the event and work up an appetite for their Thanksgiving feast.

Race packet pick up and in-person registration will be held on Wednesday, November 25th, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm, and again on race day from 7:45 to 8:45 am in the Union Ridge Elementary School Gym. A limited number of extra T-shirts will be available for purchase during in-person registration.

To ensure you get a race T-shirt, please register by Wednesday, November 11th. Additionally, we encourage participants to bring nonperishable food items to packet pick-up for donation to the Ridgefield Family Resource Center. Each item donated will earn you a ticket for a chance to win $100 in local restaurant gift cards.

All proceeds from the event will be equally shared between the Ridgefield Public Schools Foundation and the Ridgefield Family Resource Center, making this a great way to give back to our community while embracing the Thanksgiving spirit. See you there!

RACE DETAILS

DRUMSTICK DASH

Once again our Turkey Trot will feature a Drumstick Dash, a short run for our youngest participants ages 5 and under (not yet in kindergarten). We will make an announcement at 8:40 am for any children interested in participating to report to the starting line. The Drumstick Dash will begin at 8:45 am.

5K FUN RUN/WALK

Our main event, the 5K run/walk, will get started at 9 am. Those who are planning to run should position themselves at the front of the crowd, closest to the starting line. Walkers, please make way for runners who are trying to move to the front. There is no official timer for our fun run/walk event, so those interested in knowing their finish times should plan to use their own watches to time themselves. For safety, please keep in mind that at certain points on the route you may be asked to stop for vehicle traffic (vehicles have the right of way during the Turkey Trot) so finish times could be impacted.

5K ROUTE:

The course begins on 5th Ave. at Union Ridge Elementary and then heads down to Abrams Park and continues northeast along the trail bordering Gee Creek. From there the route takes participants up Heron Drive to Main Ave. It then continues south to the corner of Main & Pioneer and takes participants down to the Ridgefield waterfront via the railroad overpass. Participants will follow the course along Lake River and turn around near the south end of Carty Lake. The course then continues in reverse, back up to the corner of Main & Pioneer, where participants will head north for one block before heading east up Simons St. to finish back at Union Ridge Elementary.

EVENT SAFETY NOTE

Roads remain open throughout the event. Please stay to the right on roads and use sidewalks whenever possible. Once again, this is a family friendly fun run/walk event. Participants may be subject to brief waits for vehicle traffic. Since roads remain open, vehicle traffic does have the right away.

BRING ITEMS FOR THE RIDGEFIELD FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER

The Ridgefield Family Resource Center is seeking non-perishable foods (especially cereal, rice, pasta sauce, canned fruit, canned meat, and canned pasta meals) as well as new socks and stretchy knit gloves. For each item (non-perishable food items, pairs of socks, and pairs of gloves) brought to packet pick-up/in-person registration on Wednesday or Thursday morning, you will receive one ticket for entry into a prize drawing for $100 of local restaurant gift cards.

T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE

For any participants who do not meet the T-shirt registration deadline of Nov. 12th at 10 pm, a limited number of T-shirts will be available for purchase at packet pick-up/in-person registration at a cost of $5 each.

EVENT PARKING

Parking will be available at Union Ridge Elementary, the RACC, and the Ridgefield Church of the Nazarene. Street parking throughout downtown Ridgefield is also an option for participants.

Thursday, November 26 | Union Ridge Elementary School

The 10th Annual Ridgefield Public Schools Foundation Turkey Trot, presented by the Cowlitz Indian Tribe and Columbia Credit Union, takes place on a scenic route through Ridgefield, traveling through Abrams Park and along Lake River. It’s a 5K family friendly run/walk event that raises funds to help the Foundation’s efforts to provide scholarships and grant opportunities to students, teachers, and staff. Last year’s event had more than 1,000 participants, and we hope to grow our event even more this year as we support Ridgefield schools and their students.

Register Now

This year’s 10th Annual Turkey Trot, presented by Cowlitz Indian Tribe and Columbia Credit Union will take place on Thursday, November 26th, starting with the Drumstick Dash—a short run for children ages 5 and under and not yet in kindergarten —at 8:45 am. The main event, a 5K run/walk, follows at 9:00 am. Both events will begin and end at Union Ridge Elementary School in downtown Ridgefield.

While the Turkey Trot is a fun run/walk without a formal timer, participants are encouraged to enjoy the spirit of the event and work up an appetite for their Thanksgiving feast.

Race packet pick up and in-person registration will be held on Wednesday, November 25th, from 4:00 to 6:00 pm, and again on race day from 7:45 to 8:45 am in the Union Ridge Elementary School Gym. A limited number of extra T-shirts will be available for purchase during in-person registration.

To ensure you get a race T-shirt, please register by Wednesday, November 11th. Additionally, we encourage participants to bring nonperishable food items to packet pick-up for donation to the Ridgefield Family Resource Center. Each item donated will earn you a ticket for a chance to win $100 in local restaurant gift cards.

All proceeds from the event will be equally shared between the Ridgefield Public Schools Foundation and the Ridgefield Family Resource Center, making this a great way to give back to our community while embracing the Thanksgiving spirit. See you there!

RACE DETAILS

DRUMSTICK DASH

Once again our Turkey Trot will feature a Drumstick Dash, a short run for our youngest participants ages 5 and under (not yet in kindergarten). We will make an announcement at 8:40 am for any children interested in participating to report to the starting line. The Drumstick Dash will begin at 8:45 am.

5K FUN RUN/WALK

Our main event, the 5K run/walk, will get started at 9 am. Those who are planning to run should position themselves at the front of the crowd, closest to the starting line. Walkers, please make way for runners who are trying to move to the front. There is no official timer for our fun run/walk event, so those interested in knowing their finish times should plan to use their own watches to time themselves. For safety, please keep in mind that at certain points on the route you may be asked to stop for vehicle traffic (vehicles have the right of way during the Turkey Trot) so finish times could be impacted.

5K ROUTE:

The course begins on 5th Ave. at Union Ridge Elementary and then heads down to Abrams Park and continues northeast along the trail bordering Gee Creek. From there the route takes participants up Heron Drive to Main Ave. It then continues south to the corner of Main & Pioneer and takes participants down to the Ridgefield waterfront via the railroad overpass. Participants will follow the course along Lake River and turn around near the south end of Carty Lake. The course then continues in reverse, back up to the corner of Main & Pioneer, where participants will head north for one block before heading east up Simons St. to finish back at Union Ridge Elementary.

EVENT SAFETY NOTE

Roads remain open throughout the event. Please stay to the right on roads and use sidewalks whenever possible. Once again, this is a family friendly fun run/walk event. Participants may be subject to brief waits for vehicle traffic. Since roads remain open, vehicle traffic does have the right away.

BRING ITEMS FOR THE RIDGEFIELD FAMILY RESOURCE CENTER

The Ridgefield Family Resource Center is seeking non-perishable foods (especially cereal, rice, pasta sauce, canned fruit, canned meat, and canned pasta meals) as well as new socks and stretchy knit gloves. For each item (non-perishable food items, pairs of socks, and pairs of gloves) brought to packet pick-up/in-person registration on Wednesday or Thursday morning, you will receive one ticket for entry into a prize drawing for $100 of local restaurant gift cards.

T-SHIRTS AVAILABLE FOR PURCHASE

For any participants who do not meet the T-shirt registration deadline of Nov. 12th at 10 pm, a limited number of T-shirts will be available for purchase at packet pick-up/in-person registration at a cost of $5 each.

EVENT PARKING

Parking will be available at Union Ridge Elementary, the RACC, and the Ridgefield Church of the Nazarene. Street parking throughout downtown Ridgefield is also an option for participants.

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FRINOV 6

7:00 PM – 8:00 PM

+7 dates

💰 $15 - $20ToursOutdoorsHiking & WalkingMuseumsHolidays & Seasonal

Haunted Walking Tours

Clark County Historical Museum1511 Main Street

The Clark County Historical Museum will offer Haunted Walking Tours at 7 p.m. every Friday and Saturday in September and October. Guides will lead groups of 25 people through downtown Vancouver and beyond, stopping to share tales of lingering spirits, mysterious happenings, forgotten tragedies and moments when history and the supernatural cross paths. Drawing from historical research, memories, anecdotes and stories from Pat Jollota’s “Darkness Next Door,” tours offer approximately one mile of history, mystery and the occasional spine-tingle. Rain-or-shine tours are best suited for ages 10 and older. Tickets are $15 for museum members and $20 for non-members. Sign up at cchmuseum.org.

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THUNOV 5

10:00 AM – 4:30 PM

+17 dates

DanceHolidays & SeasonalCultural HeritageCraftsGalleriesOutdoorsParks & NatureWorkshopsWorld Music

Chrysanthemum Festival

Lan Su Chinese Garden239 Northwest Everett Street

Step into autumn’s splendor as the garden transforms with the colors and textures of chrysanthemums, a flower of nobility and longevity in Chinese culture. Stroll among 81 mum varieties, cascading displays along the waterfall, and sweeping floral sculptures that transform the garden into a living gallery.

From dazzling floral artistry to hands-on learning opportunities, Chrysanthemum Festival is one of the garden's most anticipated annual celebrations—and an unforgettable way to experience Lan Su in fall. Explore this beautiful flower and time of year.

Nov. 5-8 — Nights of the Golden Flower: Immerse yourself in the illuminated works of 18 talented local floral artists and featured designer Toni Tibbits as they interpret this year’s theme, Golden Blooms Upon Autumn Waters. Plus, enjoy gentle music by Lulu Guzheng Studio, dance performances by YZ Dance Academy, floral jewelry-making, and all-ages fun as you wander among glowing lanterns and vote for your favorite designs of the showcase. Sensory Night November 14.

Step into autumn’s splendor as the garden transforms with the colors and textures of chrysanthemums, a flower of nobility and longevity in Chinese culture. Stroll among 81 mum varieties, cascading displays along the waterfall, and sweeping floral sculptures that transform the garden into a living gallery.

From dazzling floral artistry to hands-on learning opportunities, Chrysanthemum Festival is one of the garden's most anticipated annual celebrations—and an unforgettable way to experience Lan Su in fall. Explore this beautiful flower and time of year.

Nov. 5-8 — Nights of the Golden Flower: Immerse yourself in the illuminated works of 18 talented local floral artists and featured designer Toni Tibbits as they interpret this year’s theme, Golden Blooms Upon Autumn Waters. Plus, enjoy gentle music by Lulu Guzheng Studio, dance performances by YZ Dance Academy, floral jewelry-making, and all-ages fun as you wander among glowing lanterns and vote for your favorite designs of the showcase. Sensory Night November 14.

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SUNNOV 8

9:00 AM – 2:00 PM

OutdoorsHiking & WalkingParks & NatureBooksCraftsStorytimesTalks & LecturesHolidays & SeasonalKids (5-11)

Mushroom Mania

Friends of Tryon Creek11321 South Terwilliger Boulevard

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SUNNOV 8

10:00 AM – 1:00 PM

💰 $1+Food & DrinkWorkshopsTalks & LecturesOutdoorsParks & Nature

The Portland Pollinator Harvest Party

133 Southeast Salmon Street133 SE Salmon St

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a native bee and a honey bee? Or wondered what they do all day? Have you dreamed of becoming a beekeeper, wanted to plant more flowers for our winged friends, or wished you could taste honey fresh from the comb? Well, this is the event for you.

Join Bee The Change Landcare for a morning of bee-loving curiosity, hands-on learning, and community connection, alongside some wonderful local educators, makers, and pollinator enthusiasts. Bees are woven into so much of everyday life, from the fruit on the table to the flowers blooming along the sidewalks. Yet there is so much happening in their little worlds that people rarely get to see. Peek into those worlds, explore what it means to be in a reciprocal relationship with bees, and learn how we can cultivate more resilient gardens, ecosystems, and food systems for pollinators and people.

Discover the difference between native and honeybees and how planting flowers, food, and habitat can support healthy pollinator populations right in your own neighborhood
Get your hands into the world of native bees. Join Bee The Change and Portland Fruit Tree Project for a community Mason bee cocoon harvest. Learn how to safely harvest, clean, and store cocoons so the next generation is ready for spring.
Taste the sweetness of the season. Join Bee The Change and Bee Built for a freshly crushed honeycomb demonstration, honey tasting, and conversation about thoughtful honey bee stewardship.
Meet your local pollinator community. Explore beautiful bee houses and hives from Bee Built, preserves and opportunities to get involved with Portland Fruit Tree Project, garden signs from Sharotonin Signs, and local honey and stewardship opportunities from Bee The Change.

Have a Mason bee house at home? Bring your filled nesting reeds or trays for harvest. No bee house? No problem. Come learn, get your hands a little sticky, and make some new bee-loving friends

Have you ever wondered what the difference is between a native bee and a honey bee? Or wondered what they do all day? Have you dreamed of becoming a beekeeper, wanted to plant more flowers for our winged friends, or wished you could taste honey fresh from the comb? Well, this is the event for you.

Join Bee The Change Landcare for a morning of bee-loving curiosity, hands-on learning, and community connection, alongside some wonderful local educators, makers, and pollinator enthusiasts. Bees are woven into so much of everyday life, from the fruit on the table to the flowers blooming along the sidewalks. Yet there is so much happening in their little worlds that people rarely get to see. Peek into those worlds, explore what it means to be in a reciprocal relationship with bees, and learn how we can cultivate more resilient gardens, ecosystems, and food systems for pollinators and people.

Discover the difference between native and honeybees and how planting flowers, food, and habitat can support healthy pollinator populations right in your own neighborhood
Get your hands into the world of native bees. Join Bee The Change and Portland Fruit Tree Project for a community Mason bee cocoon harvest. Learn how to safely harvest, clean, and store cocoons so the next generation is ready for spring.
Taste the sweetness of the season. Join Bee The Change and Bee Built for a freshly crushed honeycomb demonstration, honey tasting, and conversation about thoughtful honey bee stewardship.
Meet your local pollinator community. Explore beautiful bee houses and hives from Bee Built, preserves and opportunities to get involved with Portland Fruit Tree Project, garden signs from Sharotonin Signs, and local honey and stewardship opportunities from Bee The Change.

Have a Mason bee house at home? Bring your filled nesting reeds or trays for harvest. No bee house? No problem. Come learn, get your hands a little sticky, and make some new bee-loving friends

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SATNOV 7

12:00 PM – 4:00 PM

OutdoorsParks & NatureTalks & Lectures

Newt Day!

Tualatin Hills Nature Park15655 SouthWest Millikan Way

A bright orange belly and poisonous skin are just a couple of the rough-skinned newt’s adaptations. Come find out how newts evade predators, survive both in and out of water and camouflage themselves with a single leaf. Learn about the amazing...

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FRINOV 20

7:00 PM – 10:15 PM

💰 $15DocumentariesTalks & Lectures

This Is Buzz // ANALOG ECSTASY

Tomorrow Theater3530 SE Division St. Portland, OR

Tickets $15. Are you ready to time travel back to the year 1990?! We're thrilled to present a documentary about a TV show called BUZZ, which aired in 1990 for one season on MTV as a "current affairs" show. Following the screening, there will be a moderated conversation and Q&A with Mark Pellington and Lance Bangs.

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FRINOV 6

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Learning & TechOutdoorsParks & NatureHiking & Walking

Mushroom Identification Hike

Leif Erikson Germantown Trail HeadNW Leif Erikson Dr

Join the final class in the mushroom education series that began in June. This Mushroom Identification class is designed to help you build confidence in recognizing common fungi in their natural habitat while deepening your understanding of mushroom characteristics, seasonal patterns, and safe foraging practices.

Because collecting plants or fungi is not permitted in Forest Park, this class focuses on education and observation—learning how to identify mushrooms in a wild setting without harvesting. You’ll gain practical skills and tips you can apply when exploring and foraging outside of Forest Park on your own.

Come ready to learn, observe, and enjoy the fascinating world of fungi.

We will meet at Germantown and Leif Erikson Trailhead.

Join the final class in the mushroom education series that began in June. This Mushroom Identification class is designed to help you build confidence in recognizing common fungi in their natural habitat while deepening your understanding of mushroom characteristics, seasonal patterns, and safe foraging practices.

Because collecting plants or fungi is not permitted in Forest Park, this class focuses on education and observation—learning how to identify mushrooms in a wild setting without harvesting. You’ll gain practical skills and tips you can apply when exploring and foraging outside of Forest Park on your own.

Come ready to learn, observe, and enjoy the fascinating world of fungi.

We will meet at Germantown and Leif Erikson Trailhead.

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SATNOV 7

9:00 AM – 3:00 PM

+1 dates

Registration requiredTalks & LecturesWorkshopsToursOutdoorsParks & NatureHiking & WalkingCultural Heritage

Pine Pruning Demonstration

Portland Japanese Garden611 SW Kingston Ave

Pruning pines to achieve the look they have in spaces like Portland Japanese Garden requires meticulous care and years of learning. In this demonstration, Pete Putnicki, Japanese Pruning Specialist and former Senior Gardener at Seattle Japanese Garden, will discuss the maintenance of pine trees.

This program will start with a tour of the Garden focusing on pine trees, followed by a lecture and demonstration. The demonstration will focus on candling, needling, growth regulation, and pruning techniques. Participants will have a chance to experience pine needling themselves with an instructor guiding them along the way.

This one-day demonstration is limited to 15 participants.

Participants should bring their own lunch, a reusable drinking cup or water bottle.

Educational material will be provided.

Event fees are non-refundable and this event takes place rain or shine, so please dress appropriately for the weather.

Pruning pines to achieve the look they have in spaces like Portland Japanese Garden requires meticulous care and years of learning. In this demonstration, Pete Putnicki, Japanese Pruning Specialist and former Senior Gardener at Seattle Japanese Garden, will discuss the maintenance of pine trees.

This program will start with a tour of the Garden focusing on pine trees, followed by a lecture and demonstration. The demonstration will focus on candling, needling, growth regulation, and pruning techniques. Participants will have a chance to experience pine needling themselves with an instructor guiding them along the way.

This one-day demonstration is limited to 15 participants.

Participants should bring their own lunch, a reusable drinking cup or water bottle.

Educational material will be provided.

Event fees are non-refundable and this event takes place rain or shine, so please dress appropriately for the weather.

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SATNOV 14

2:00 PM – 3:30 PM

💰 PaidDocumentariesMuseums

Ornette: Made In America (1985)

Portland Art Museum1219 SW Park Ave

Ornette: Made In America (1985) Directed by Shirley Clarke. 1hr 17min. Not Rated.

Guest programmed by Rob Lewis, PAM CUT @ The Whitsell presents Ornette: Made In America (1985). This freewheeling documentary is a portrait of Ornette Coleman’s life, legacy, and evolution over three decades. Featuring William S. Burroughs, Brion Gysin, Buckminster Fuller, Don Cherry, Yoko Ono, Charlie Haden, Robert Palmer, Jayne Cortez, and John Rockwell, the film features a free-jazz approach and style, using video collage and experimental segments to tell Coleman’s story.

“I’ve always been interested in films about artists. I think because they end up being a conversation not just between filmmaker and subject in a traditional way but also between two uniquely creative people. This film is a really interesting study of that relationship and connection.” – Rob Lewis

Rob Lewis is an artist and art director living and working in Portland, Oregon with his wife Joy Alise Davis, M.A. who serves as the Executive Director of Portland based, Black advocacy organization, Imagine Black.

Co-presented by KMHD.

We do not generally provide advisories about subject matter or potentially triggering content in films, and films exhibited don’t necessarily reflect the views of PAM CUT or the Portland Art Museum. In addition to the synopses, trailers, and other links on our website, further information about content and age-appropriateness for specific films can be found on sites like Common Sense Media, IMDb, and DoesTheDogDie.com.

Ornette: Made In America (1985) Directed by Shirley Clarke. 1hr 17min. Not Rated.

Guest programmed by Rob Lewis, PAM CUT @ The Whitsell presents Ornette: Made In America (1985). This freewheeling documentary is a portrait of Ornette Coleman’s life, legacy, and evolution over three decades. Featuring William S. Burroughs, Brion Gysin, Buckminster Fuller, Don Cherry, Yoko Ono, Charlie Haden, Robert Palmer, Jayne Cortez, and John Rockwell, the film features a free-jazz approach and style, using video collage and experimental segments to tell Coleman’s story.

“I’ve always been interested in films about artists. I think because they end up being a conversation not just between filmmaker and subject in a traditional way but also between two uniquely creative people. This film is a really interesting study of that relationship and connection.” – Rob Lewis

Rob Lewis is an artist and art director living and working in Portland, Oregon with his wife Joy Alise Davis, M.A. who serves as the Executive Director of Portland based, Black advocacy organization, Imagine Black.

Co-presented by KMHD.

We do not generally provide advisories about subject matter or potentially triggering content in films, and films exhibited don’t necessarily reflect the views of PAM CUT or the Portland Art Museum. In addition to the synopses, trailers, and other links on our website, further information about content and age-appropriateness for specific films can be found on sites like Common Sense Media, IMDb, and DoesTheDogDie.com.

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MONNOV 9

7:00 PM – 9:00 PM · Doors 6:30 PM

💰 $27Documentaries

40 Years of Fuckin’ Up

Clinton Street Theater2522 SE Clinton St

A documentary detailing the storied history of drug-addled teen punks-turned-icons.

Featuring interviews with Fat Mike, Eric Melvin, Aaron ‘El Hefe’ Abeyta, and Erik Sandin.

Doors open at 6:30 PM. Film at 7:00 PM.

Director: James Buddy Day
Year: 2026
Country: United States
Runtime: 120 minutes

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SUNNOV 1

4:00 PM

OutdoorsHiking & WalkingArts & Media

Bora Yoon Soundwalk at Witch's Castle

Lower Macleay Park / Forest Park2960 Northwest Upshur Street

Join Third Angle and World Forestry Center for a FREE, immersive All-Saints Day soundwalk to Witch’s Castle, featuring a spooky, site-specific soundscape created by local composer Bora Yoon. Grab your headphones, download the soundwalk, and join us under the bridge at Lower Macleay Park as we excavate memory, and bring to life place-based storytelling along the wooded path. Meet at 4:00PM, Walk at 4:15PMWalk is 1.5 mile total out-and-back hike

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SUNNOV 1

2:00 PM

+9 more

Documentaries

You Can See Everything

Cinema 21616 NW 21st Ave

Thirty-four days before she’s sent to prison, notorious Silicon Valley founder Elizabeth Holmes invites a skeptical film crew to document her every move. What begins as an intimate portrait of an enigmatic felon becomes a mind-bending three-year journey into the abyss. From boundary-pushing directors Nathan Fielder and Lance Oppenheim comes You Can See Everything.

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TUENOV 3

7:00 PM · Doors 6:00 PM

All agesTalks & LecturesMusicDocumentaries

Girl Winter Film Tour

Alberta Rose Theatre3000 NE Alberta St

GIRL WINTER FILM TOUR is a collection of femme-forward and gender-nonconforming films. The tour aims to shift the narrative of ski & snowboard films seen on the big screen each fall and include new voices in the stories we consume. Girl Winter tour stops will make you want to start planning dawn patrols and lift laps for this upcoming season right this second! Each event will feature the film program followed by a Q+A with the athletes and filmmakers who brought the films to life. Also appearing will be musician Samantha Hart. Back for its second year, Girl Winter Film Tour screenings will provide a space to continue the celebration of women in snow sports. All are welcome to attend! ALL SALES ARE FINAL. PLEASE, DOUBLE CHECK YOUR ORDER BEFORE PURCHASING. NO REFUNDS If your billing address is located outside a 250 mile radius of Portland, you will need to purchase tickets either in person or by phone by calling (503) 764-4131, or our office at (503) 719-6055. Thank You!

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SUNNOV 8

7:00 PM – 9:50 PM

💰 $15Author TalksDocumentariesTalks & LecturesCultural Heritage

James Spooner Book Release + Afro-Punk - 11/8/26 @ 7:00 pm

Tomorrow Theater3530 SE Division St. Portland, OR

Tickets $15. James Spooner joins PAM CUT for a screening of his film Afro-Punk, followed by an author talk for his new book It Starts With Anger. Books will be available for sale on site. This program is co-presented by Literary Arts as part of the Cover-to-Cover program.

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SUNNOV 1

9:00 AM – 5:30 PM

Holidays & SeasonalOutdoors

Final Fall Festival Day

Plumper Farms11435 NW Old Cornelius Pass Rd

Last Day of Fall Festival – closing at 5:30pm

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SUNNOV 1

Hours not provided

Learning & TechOutdoorsHiking & WalkingFilmGalleries

Wildwood: Follow the Crows Art Trail

PortlandMap

Get to know Forest Park, Pittock Mansion, the St. Johns Bridge and other real-life Portland attractions featured in LAIKA's stop-motion animated feature film "Wildwood."

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TUENOV 3

4:00 PM – 5:00 PM

OutdoorsCycling

All Season Cycling Workshop

Go Lloyd 700 NE Multnomah St 3rd floor Conference room is around the corner from the elevator lobbyMap

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SUNNOV 1

4:15 PM

+8 more

DocumentariesSports

Everest: The Other Side

Cinema 21616 NW 21st Ave

Elite ski mountaineers Jim Morrison and Hilaree Nelson fell deeply in love while reaching the pinnacle of their sport. Their drive sharpened into a shared dream: to climb and ski the direct North Face of Everest - the most difficult and dangerous climb on the mountain and the most coveted ski line on earth. Thousands have summited the mountain via Nepal's southeast ridge, but only a handful have ever reached the top by this route — and no one has successfully skied down. Already known for their extraordinary feats in the mountains and no strangers to loss, Morrison and Nelson stake everything on this daunting challenge.

“Everest: The Other Side” is directed and produced by Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin, and produced by Shannon Dill, Anna Barnes, Bob Eisenhardt, Janet Yang. The executive producers are Carolyn Bernstein, Tim Horsburgh, Nina Fialkow, David Fialkow, Andrew Reiner, Elizabeth Reiner, Moudhy Al-Rashid, Sam Frohman, Kenneth A. Howery, Jason Bowden, Will Griffith, Bettina Kadoorie. The film is edited by Bob Eisenhardt, ACE, and Simona Ferrari. The directors of photography are Clair Popkin, Jimmy Chin, Christopher Murphy.

Elite ski mountaineers Jim Morrison and Hilaree Nelson fell deeply in love while reaching the pinnacle of their sport. Their drive sharpened into a shared dream: to climb and ski the direct North Face of Everest - the most difficult and dangerous climb on the mountain and the most coveted ski line on earth. Thousands have summited the mountain via Nepal's southeast ridge, but only a handful have ever reached the top by this route — and no one has successfully skied down. Already known for their extraordinary feats in the mountains and no strangers to loss, Morrison and Nelson stake everything on this daunting challenge.

“Everest: The Other Side” is directed and produced by Elizabeth Chai Vasarhelyi and Jimmy Chin, and produced by Shannon Dill, Anna Barnes, Bob Eisenhardt, Janet Yang. The executive producers are Carolyn Bernstein, Tim Horsburgh, Nina Fialkow, David Fialkow, Andrew Reiner, Elizabeth Reiner, Moudhy Al-Rashid, Sam Frohman, Kenneth A. Howery, Jason Bowden, Will Griffith, Bettina Kadoorie. The film is edited by Bob Eisenhardt, ACE, and Simona Ferrari. The directors of photography are Clair Popkin, Jimmy Chin, Christopher Murphy.

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SUNNOV 1

Hours not provided

+8 more

Drop-inDocumentariesTalks & Lectures

Dear Portland,

Portland Community College12000 SW 49th Ave

Dear Portland is an immersive storytelling exhibition that shines a light on the lived experiences of many neighbors in the city of Portland who are impacted by the housing crisis. The exhibition is co-curated by Maddie Iem and Davey Schaupp and was first hosted at Stelo Arts earlier this year. Putting human stories behind statistics, Dear Portland aims to inspire compassion, highlight solutions and calls for action on Oregon’s most urgent issue: housing and houselessness.
The exhibition brings together personal narratives, local data, and community-informed perspectives to explore the realities of the housing crisis. Developed by a collaborative team of artists, designers and community members, Dear Portland is centered on lived experiences while offering pathways toward understanding and action. It is designed to be both reflective and participatory, creating space for visitors to listen, learn and consider what a more just and stable future could look like.
Exhibition Dates: October 19th – November 23rd
Opening Reception: Thursday, October 29, 2:00-3:00 p.m. (North View Mobile – CC building)
No Place to Grow Old screening: Tuesday, November 17, 12:00-1:30 p.m. (Upper CC Mall)
Post Screening Dessert Reception and exhibition tour: Tuesday, November 17, 1:30-3:30 p.m. (North View Mobile)
Oregon Humanities Discussion: Date and time TBA (North View Mobile)
Closing Reception: Thursday, November 19, 4:30-7:30 p.m. (North View Mobile)
North View Mobile in the CC Building Hours:
Monday – Friday, 11 – 4 pm
All events are free and open to the public.
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Event Details: https://hub.pcc.edu/rsvp?id=384557

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SUNNOV 1

9:30 AM – 12:30 PM

+1 dates

All agesRegistration requiredVolunteeringOutdoorsParks & NatureWorkshops

Volunteer Planting at Multnomah Channel Marsh Natural Area

21899 Northwest Saint Helens RoadMap

Learn how to make willow cuttings and install them into the floodplain habitat of Crabapple Creek and the Multnomah Channel. This will enhance native habitat for conservation strategy species including Northern red-legged frogs, coastal cutthroat trout, trumpeter swans, acorn woodpeckers and more! Sunday, November 1st, 9:30 AM -12:30 PM Pre-registration is required. All ages and abilities are welcome. No prior experience is necessary. Please let us know if you need accommodations to participate due to language, disability, or other additional needs. Youth age 15 may volunteer without an adult present. Accessibility: The planting site is about 1/2 mile from the parking area on a flat gravel path. Planting will be on uneven ground. We'll provide: Planting gloves, tools, snacks and warm beverages. What to wear: Long sleeves, pants, sturdy sneakers or boots. Dress for the weather: extra layers are helpful. What you should bring: Water bottle, sun/raingear. Thanks to our project partners and funders! Metro Regional Government, Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board, and ODFW Oregon Conservation Recreation Fund. Address: 21899 Northwest Saint Helens Road Portland, OR 97231 | Map Link Click Here to Register Important Registration Notice This event is promoted by SOLVE but is not managed through SOLVE’s volunteer system. Registration, waivers, and event oversight are the responsibility of the event's host. Volunteers should review and complete all host-provided materials prior to partici

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SUNNOV 1

1:00 PM – 3:00 PM

All agesVolunteeringOutdoorsHiking & Walking

UP Eco Club X Moreau Center Neighborhood Clean Up

5000 N Portsmouth AveMap

Join Eco Club and the Moreau Center for Service and Justice to give a little TLC to the local neighborhood after Halloween festivities. After holidays like Halloween, we tend to see a spike in litter on and around campus and we have the opportunity to change that on November 1st from 1 to 3pm! We will walk along Willamette Blvd and around through N Fiske Ave, N Yale St, and N Van Houten Ave. At the start, meet us for check in on the walkway between the Chiles Center and Joe Etzel Baseball Field on N Portsmouth Ave. There, we'll have all supplies provided including gloves, garbage bags, vests, and grabbers. We'll also have snacks and donuts available to kick off the event. This event is open to the UP community as well as other neighborhood locals and anyone who wants to volunteer. We will have restrooms available on campus, and there is plenty of parking available. Please register in advance so we make sure to have enough cleanup supplies. Please bring your own trash grabber if you have one. All ages are welcome. We recommend working in pairs or small groups, dressing for the weather, and bringing a waterbottle. Advanced Registration: Is highly suggested but not required. Please sign up (green button below) ahead of time to guarantee your spot. Meeting Location: Volunteers will be meeting at the concrete walkway between the Chiles Center and Joe Etzel Baseball Field on N Portsmouth Ave. It is next to the small parking lot connected to the Chiles Center. Look for the SOLVE sig

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FRINOV 20

Hours not provided

Holidays & SeasonalOutdoorsParks & Nature

ZooLights

Oregon Zoo4001 SW Canyon Rd

Every year, ZooLights dazzles visitors of all ages with wildlife-inspired light displays and a whole lot of seasonal fun. It’s the ideal place to gather friends and family, snap photos and make lasting memories. Looking for the perfect holiday date night? Bring that special person in your life to ZooLights.

See the zoo in a whole new light!Hop on the zoo train and see dozens of life-size animal lanterns along the route. Walk through vibrant tunnels of glittering lights and take in the glowing festive atmosphere.

Enjoy delicious treats like Elephant ears, hot chocolate, popcorn and s’mores. Or raise a toast with beer, wine and a range of non-alcoholic options. It’s all available at ZooLights!

This year, making ZooLights part of your busy holiday season has never been easier. ZooLights Any Night tickets can be purchased in advance and used on any night from November 20 to December 31, 2026, making them an ideal gift.

Please note: Most animals are not on view during ZooLights.

ZooLights opens nightly at 4:30 p.m.

November 13 and 14 – BrewLights
November 15 – Member Preview Night
November 16 – Sensory Friendly Night
January 1 and 2 – 21+ Only Nights

ZooLights will be closed Nov. 17-19 and 24-26, as well as Dec. 25.

More 2026 event details coming soon!

Prices and times vary throughout the season

Adult ticket price range: $13 to $35
Youth ticket price range: $13 to $30

Book a private Snow Globe experience!

Members receive 20% off regularly priced tickets. No additional discounts on Value Nights.

Income-assistance discount information

Visit our help center for answers to frequently asked questions.

Take TriMet to ZooLights on us!

Your ZooLights Ticket is your “ticket to ride” TriMet to and from the Oregon Zoo on your admission date. Please have your digital tickets accessible on your phone (or printed) to show TriMet operators or fare inspectors. Your ticket is valid on all TriMet services (bus, MAX, WES and LIFT) and Portland Streetcar but is not valid on C-TRAN. Valid only for ZooLights through January 3, 2027.

Save time and money: Park for free at one of TriMet’s Park & Ride locations, such as the Sunset Transit Center, and ride the MAX one stop east to get to ZooLights!

Host your private event at ZooLights

Book a private event space to hold your holiday party during ZooLights. With magical light displays, a dedicated catering staff, and a focus on sustainable Northwest cuisine, ZooLights is an unforgettable location for your company party, holiday celebrations and more. Learn more

For more information, please submit an inquiry form.

Together for Wildlife!

Every ZooLights purchase helps the Oregon Zoo protect endangered species at home and around the world. Learn more

Reserve a private Snow Globe at ZooLights!

Fully furnished with charming holiday décor, our heated Snow Globes offer a relaxing respite for friends, families or a romantic date.

Each 60-minute session includes accommodations for up to six guests:

Comfy seating
A private fire pit
Hot cocoa in an exclusive ZooLights souvenir cup
S’mores
ZooLights fast-pass train tickets that allow you and your guests to skip the line

Cost: $300

Beer, wine and donuts are also available to purchase.

Every year, ZooLights dazzles visitors of all ages with wildlife-inspired light displays and a whole lot of seasonal fun. It’s the ideal place to gather friends and family, snap photos and make lasting memories. Looking for the perfect holiday date night? Bring that special person in your life to ZooLights.

See the zoo in a whole new light!Hop on the zoo train and see dozens of life-size animal lanterns along the route. Walk through vibrant tunnels of glittering lights and take in the glowing festive atmosphere.

Enjoy delicious treats like Elephant ears, hot chocolate, popcorn and s’mores. Or raise a toast with beer, wine and a range of non-alcoholic options. It’s all available at ZooLights!

This year, making ZooLights part of your busy holiday season has never been easier. ZooLights Any Night tickets can be purchased in advance and used on any night from November 20 to December 31, 2026, making them an ideal gift.

Please note: Most animals are not on view during ZooLights.

ZooLights opens nightly at 4:30 p.m.

November 13 and 14 – BrewLights
November 15 – Member Preview Night
November 16 – Sensory Friendly Night
January 1 and 2 – 21+ Only Nights

ZooLights will be closed Nov. 17-19 and 24-26, as well as Dec. 25.

More 2026 event details coming soon!

Prices and times vary throughout the season

Adult ticket price range: $13 to $35
Youth ticket price range: $13 to $30

Book a private Snow Globe experience!

Members receive 20% off regularly priced tickets. No additional discounts on Value Nights.

Income-assistance discount information

Visit our help center for answers to frequently asked questions.

Take TriMet to ZooLights on us!

Your ZooLights Ticket is your “ticket to ride” TriMet to and from the Oregon Zoo on your admission date. Please have your digital tickets accessible on your phone (or printed) to show TriMet operators or fare inspectors. Your ticket is valid on all TriMet services (bus, MAX, WES and LIFT) and Portland Streetcar but is not valid on C-TRAN. Valid only for ZooLights through January 3, 2027.

Save time and money: Park for free at one of TriMet’s Park & Ride locations, such as the Sunset Transit Center, and ride the MAX one stop east to get to ZooLights!

Host your private event at ZooLights

Book a private event space to hold your holiday party during ZooLights. With magical light displays, a dedicated catering staff, and a focus on sustainable Northwest cuisine, ZooLights is an unforgettable location for your company party, holiday celebrations and more. Learn more

For more information, please submit an inquiry form.

Together for Wildlife!

Every ZooLights purchase helps the Oregon Zoo protect endangered species at home and around the world. Learn more

Reserve a private Snow Globe at ZooLights!

Fully furnished with charming holiday décor, our heated Snow Globes offer a relaxing respite for friends, families or a romantic date.

Each 60-minute session includes accommodations for up to six guests:

Comfy seating
A private fire pit
Hot cocoa in an exclusive ZooLights souvenir cup
S’mores
ZooLights fast-pass train tickets that allow you and your guests to skip the line

Cost: $300

Beer, wine and donuts are also available to purchase.

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THUNOV 5

7:15 PM – 9:15 PM

Talks & LecturesDocumentaries

Film Tour: ‘First Descent: Kayaking the Klamath’

Taylor-Meade Performing Arts Center, Pacific University2043 College Way

Thursday, Nov. 5, 2026 | Pacific University in Forest Grove Showtime: Thursday, Nov. 5 at 7:15 p.m. | Doors & community activities starting at 6 p.m. | Get tickets here. Address: Taylor-Meade Performing Arts Center, Pacific University 2043 College Way, Forest Grove Event details: The screening of "First Descent" will be followed by a panel conversation featuring the producer and guests from the film

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WEDNOV 4

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM

OutdoorsParks & NatureWorkshopsMeditation

Exploring Trees Through Your Senses with Urban Forestry

Belmont Library1038 SE Cesar E Chavez Blvd

Don't let the rainy season stop you from connecting with nature! Join Urban Forestry at the Belmont Library to explore for an evening of mindfulness and nature education. Trees are good for our health, especially if we take time to pay close attention to them. At this event we will use all five senses to study tree samples to practice feeling grounded in natural spaces! You'll also learn about the many ways that connecting with nature and trees can improve mental and physical health.

This event will be entirely indoors. Tea and snacks will be provided for participants.

Join us at the new Multnomah County Belmont Library!

1038 SE César E. Chávez Boulevard
Portland, OR 97214

Don't let the rainy season stop you from connecting with nature! Join Urban Forestry at the Belmont Library to explore for an evening of mindfulness and nature education. Trees are good for our health, especially if we take time to pay close attention to them. At this event we will use all five senses to study tree samples to practice feeling grounded in natural spaces! You'll also learn about the many ways that connecting with nature and trees can improve mental and physical health.

This event will be entirely indoors. Tea and snacks will be provided for participants.

Join us at the new Multnomah County Belmont Library!

1038 SE César E. Chávez Boulevard
Portland, OR 97214

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FRINOV 27

5:30 PM – 6:45 PM

Holidays & SeasonalChoralOutdoors

Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony

Pioneer Courthouse Square701 SW 6th Ave. Portland

A joyful community sing-along led by Portland’s own Thomas Lauderdale of Pink Martini, with many of Portland’s finest musical artists and chorale singers. Portland’s Tree Lighting Ceremony is the highlight of the holiday season in downtown. Join in this holiday tradition as Santa Claus ‘flips the switch’ to illuminate nearly 10,000 colorful lights on the City’s Tree that will shine bright throughout the holiday season.

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SUNNOV 1

12:00 PM – 3:00 PM

+4 dates

ChessJazzChoralLearning & TechOutdoors

Checkmates and Chill

Director Park815 Southwest Park Avenue

Join a lively game of chess and put your skills to the test. Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned player, there’s a spot for you. Instructor Victor will be on hand to guide beginners, while experienced players can jump right in and enjoy the challenge. Amplified holiday jazz from KMHD will play in the background to enhance the experience.

Special Dickens Carolers performances on Dec. 6th and 13th at 2 p.m.

Join a lively game of chess and put your skills to the test. Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned player, there’s a spot for you. Instructor Victor will be on hand to guide beginners, while experienced players can jump right in and enjoy the challenge. Amplified holiday jazz from KMHD will play in the background to enhance the experience.

Special Dickens Carolers performances on Dec. 6th and 13th at 2 p.m.

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SATNOV 7

8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

FitnessOutdoorsHiking & WalkingRunning & RacesClubs & Meetings

Run Club and Power Walking

SaunaGlo1915 SE Jefferson St

All are welcome for this fun community run and walking group, held on the first Saturday of every month. This is a free community group, so anyone can join the runners or walkers at no cost. It's a great Milwaukie Running Club group. The sauna social after the run is offered at half price: just $14.50. Capacity is limited to the first 20 sign-ups, so you are encouraged to sign up in advance.

The light pace is great for beginners, and set by the group. If a few people want to go slower or faster, the group will split into different-paced pods. Simply show up just before 8 a.m., run or walk for about an hour, then enjoy sauna time together at half price afterward.

Soak up that steam and the cold contrast for muscle recovery, improved circulation and enhanced running performance. Meet rain or shine and always make sure everyone is feeling safe and supported. Keep up that momentum toward your 2026 goals with this guided route — run or walk.

Led by Portland native Justine @runwithms

All are welcome for this fun community run and walking group, held on the first Saturday of every month. This is a free community group, so anyone can join the runners or walkers at no cost. It's a great Milwaukie Running Club group. The sauna social after the run is offered at half price: just $14.50. Capacity is limited to the first 20 sign-ups, so you are encouraged to sign up in advance.

The light pace is great for beginners, and set by the group. If a few people want to go slower or faster, the group will split into different-paced pods. Simply show up just before 8 a.m., run or walk for about an hour, then enjoy sauna time together at half price afterward.

Soak up that steam and the cold contrast for muscle recovery, improved circulation and enhanced running performance. Meet rain or shine and always make sure everyone is feeling safe and supported. Keep up that momentum toward your 2026 goals with this guided route — run or walk.

Led by Portland native Justine @runwithms

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FRINOV 6

6:30 PM – 8:00 PM

DocumentariesTalks & Lectures

The Little Town That Could - Documentary Screening

Ledding LibraryMap

The community is invited to a screening and panel discussion of the documentary "The Little Town That Could."

About the Little Town That Could:
Ordinary people are building an emissions-free future in the Hudson Valley community of Croton-on-Hudson, NY; one heat pump, solar installation, electric school bus — and much more — at a time. Croton has been recognized as New York State’s #1 Clean Energy Community. Croton100, a climate group, celebrates their little town’s decarbonizing momentum with a series of beautifully crafted quilts depicting sustainability actions by government, businesses, public facilities and households. From Emmy-winning, Academy Award–nominated filmmakers Susan Todd and Andrew Young (Backyard Wilderness, Netflix; Lives in Hazard, NBC).

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THUNOV 19

6:00 PM – 9:30 PM

Documentaries

“Earth’s Greatest Enemy” Documentary Screening

Clark College, Foster Hall Auditorium1933 Fort Vancouver Way

Clark College welcomes award-winning journalist Abby Martin of the Empire Files for a screening of her documentary film, “Earth’s Greatest Enemy,” 6-9:30 p.m. Nov. 19 in Foster Hall. This free community event is sponsored by the Clark College ASCC Student Life Philosophy Program. This film reveals a truth behind the climate crisis: the role of the U.S. military as the world’s largest institutional polluter, tracing the link between war, empire and ecological destruction. Drawing on powerful testimonies from veterans, scientists and frontline communities, it uncovers how military operations poison ecosystems, accelerate global warming and sacrifice the future for expansion.

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TUENOV 3

8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

VolunteeringOutdoorsParks & NatureHiking & Walking

Horsetail Creek Trail

East Larch Mountain RoadMap

Come help us clear this remote wilderness trail! Crew Leader: Hope McKee Max Size of Crew: 12 Hike Distance: ~3 miles Elevation Gain: 800 Hike Intensity: Moderate Work Intensity: Moderate Work Type: Brushing, tread, logout

Project Information:

We’ll work to clear this remote trail of brush, logs and other debris, and improve tread where needed.

Hiking information:

We’ll drive to the top of Horsetail Creek Trail and work our way down. The first few work days won’t involve much hiking, but the hike will become longer as we work toward the Bell Creek junction.

You should plan to participate in this trail party for its entirety. For safety reasons, please do not arrive late or expect to be able to leave early.

Event details:

Detailed event information, including directions to the meeting location, will be provided to registrants via email 48 hours prior to the event. If you’re volunteering for the first time, read this blog by a volunteer to know what to expect at your first trail party.

What to bring:

Plenty of water
Snacks/lunch
Work gloves if you have them (loaner gloves available)
Any medications or emergency supplies you may need
Sunscreen + insect repellent
A pack to bring all of this with you on trail
TKO provides all tools and personal protective equipment (hard hats, gloves, glasses)
Need gear? TKO has clothes, boots, camping gear, and more available for loan. Reach out to [email protected] to let us know how we can help!

What to wear:

Boots (Please wear something sturdy that will protect your toes from sharp tools. Tennis shoes are not recommended. Open-toed shoes will not be allowed.)
Long sleeved shirts and pants
Rain gear, insulating layers, sun protection, etc. as appropriate for the weather

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: TKO recognizes that the trails we work on travel through the traditional lands of many Indigenous tribes and communities. We are the most recent in a long line of stewards to this land, and it is our responsibility to do so with humility and respect. We are grateful to these tribes and their descendants for being the original and continuing stewards of these spaces, and encourage everyone to go beyond a land acknowledgment by supporting Indigenous communities and organizations in your area.

ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS: TKO seeks to make our events inclusive of people of all backgrounds and abilities. If you would like to discuss potential accommodations to allow for your participation in this event, please click here to complete a short Google survey. TKO staff will then contact you to discuss options. Please note: available accommodations will vary by event and typically need to be requested a minimum of two weeks in advance. If you have any questions, reach out to us by clicking Contact near the bottom of this page.

EQUITY & INCLUSION: TKO seeks to make Oregon’s trails a place where people can go to connect with nature & one another. Not everyone feels safe or welcome in the outdoors due to issues like racism, bias, and hate. We commit to being part of the solution to this problem and to enact change. Conduct, speech, or expressions that target any individual or group will not be tolerated by TKO.

PERSONAL SAFETY: Your physical and emotional safety is our number one priority. If a person’s actions or comments make you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, you may: interrupt directly, tell a crew leader, and/or inform TKO staff via the post-event survey.

While TKO no longer requires masking/vaccination for our events, we do support those who choose to mask for their own safety. We ask participants to respect the health of folks who wear masks by distancing or wearing a mask while in close proximity.

Come help us clear this remote wilderness trail! Crew Leader: Hope McKee Max Size of Crew: 12 Hike Distance: ~3 miles Elevation Gain: 800 Hike Intensity: Moderate Work Intensity: Moderate Work Type: Brushing, tread, logout

Project Information:

We’ll work to clear this remote trail of brush, logs and other debris, and improve tread where needed.

Hiking information:

We’ll drive to the top of Horsetail Creek Trail and work our way down. The first few work days won’t involve much hiking, but the hike will become longer as we work toward the Bell Creek junction.

You should plan to participate in this trail party for its entirety. For safety reasons, please do not arrive late or expect to be able to leave early.

Event details:

Detailed event information, including directions to the meeting location, will be provided to registrants via email 48 hours prior to the event. If you’re volunteering for the first time, read this blog by a volunteer to know what to expect at your first trail party.

What to bring:

Plenty of water
Snacks/lunch
Work gloves if you have them (loaner gloves available)
Any medications or emergency supplies you may need
Sunscreen + insect repellent
A pack to bring all of this with you on trail
TKO provides all tools and personal protective equipment (hard hats, gloves, glasses)
Need gear? TKO has clothes, boots, camping gear, and more available for loan. Reach out to [email protected] to let us know how we can help!

What to wear:

Boots (Please wear something sturdy that will protect your toes from sharp tools. Tennis shoes are not recommended. Open-toed shoes will not be allowed.)
Long sleeved shirts and pants
Rain gear, insulating layers, sun protection, etc. as appropriate for the weather

LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: TKO recognizes that the trails we work on travel through the traditional lands of many Indigenous tribes and communities. We are the most recent in a long line of stewards to this land, and it is our responsibility to do so with humility and respect. We are grateful to these tribes and their descendants for being the original and continuing stewards of these spaces, and encourage everyone to go beyond a land acknowledgment by supporting Indigenous communities and organizations in your area.

ACCOMMODATION REQUESTS: TKO seeks to make our events inclusive of people of all backgrounds and abilities. If you would like to discuss potential accommodations to allow for your participation in this event, please click here to complete a short Google survey. TKO staff will then contact you to discuss options. Please note: available accommodations will vary by event and typically need to be requested a minimum of two weeks in advance. If you have any questions, reach out to us by clicking Contact near the bottom of this page.

EQUITY & INCLUSION: TKO seeks to make Oregon’s trails a place where people can go to connect with nature & one another. Not everyone feels safe or welcome in the outdoors due to issues like racism, bias, and hate. We commit to being part of the solution to this problem and to enact change. Conduct, speech, or expressions that target any individual or group will not be tolerated by TKO.

PERSONAL SAFETY: Your physical and emotional safety is our number one priority. If a person’s actions or comments make you feel uncomfortable or unsafe, you may: interrupt directly, tell a crew leader, and/or inform TKO staff via the post-event survey.

While TKO no longer requires masking/vaccination for our events, we do support those who choose to mask for their own safety. We ask participants to respect the health of folks who wear masks by distancing or wearing a mask while in close proximity.

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SATNOV 7

3:00 PM

21+💰 $25 - $45SpiritsDiningBeerCiderWine TastingsOutdoorsHiking & Walking

Sips of the Season - Downtown Wine Walk

Downtown RidgefieldN. Main Avenue

Ridgefield Main Street presents Sips of the Season, a downtown wine, cider, beer and spirits walk, from 3-7 p.m. Nov. 7. Guests can enjoy seasonal tastings at participating downtown Ridgefield businesses. Two ticket packages are available: five tastings for $25 or ten tastings for $45. Each ticket includes a commemorative tasting glass, goodie bag and map of participating locations. The 21-and-over event is a fundraiser for Ridgefield Main Street. Proceeds support programs and projects that strengthen downtown Ridgefield. Buy tickets at eventbrite.com.

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SATNOV 21

10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

All ages💰 $11Holidays & SeasonalKids & FamilyOutdoors

Dees Reindeer Magic 2026

Dennis’ 7 Dees Vancouver Garden Center10006 SE Mill Plain Blvd.

Meet Santa and his reindeer! Bring the whole family to this community-favorite event for a magical holiday experience! Enjoy festive fun for all ages—see real reindeer, visit with Santa, and join in the merriment with family activities like a giant snow globe and a garden train ride. Vendors will also offer face painting, balloon art, winter treats, toasty beverages, and more.

Helpful details:

Tickets: $11 per person; children under one are free; quantities are limited.
Santa photos: Capture the magic with professional photos for an additional cost, available at ticket checkout, or take a free photo with your own phone—professional photos are not required!
Vendors: Face painting, balloon art, food, and drinks cost extra and are run by our vendor partners.
Weather: This is an outdoor event, so please dress for the weather.

Saturday, November 21 • Vancouver
Saturday, December 5 • Lake Oswego
Sunday, December 6 • Cedar Hills

Meet Santa and his reindeer! Bring the whole family to this community-favorite event for a magical holiday experience! Enjoy festive fun for all ages—see real reindeer, visit with Santa, and join in the merriment with family activities like a giant snow globe and a garden train ride. Vendors will also offer face painting, balloon art, winter treats, toasty beverages, and more.

Helpful details:

Tickets: $11 per person; children under one are free; quantities are limited.
Santa photos: Capture the magic with professional photos for an additional cost, available at ticket checkout, or take a free photo with your own phone—professional photos are not required!
Vendors: Face painting, balloon art, food, and drinks cost extra and are run by our vendor partners.
Weather: This is an outdoor event, so please dress for the weather.

Saturday, November 21 • Vancouver
Saturday, December 5 • Lake Oswego
Sunday, December 6 • Cedar Hills

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THUNOV 26

9:00 AM – 11:00 AM

All ages💰 $20 - $45OutdoorsRunning & RacesWellnessHolidays & Seasonal

2026 Turkey Trot

Salmon Creek Park/Klineline Pond1112 NE 117th St

What:
5K run/walk and 10K run When:
Thanksgiving Morning, Nov 26, 2026 Time:
Race starts at 9am Where:
Klineline Pond,
Salmon Creek Regional Park
1112 NE 117th Street
Vancouver, WA, 98685 Cost:
$45 all races, $20 polar plunge

Questions? Email: [email protected]

Race History

Since 2002, Clark County families have met for a fun run together on Thanksgiving morning. As the run grew in popularity, the families decided to organize the event and use the opportunity to give back to the community. Now, 1,250 racers join us each year and 100% of the proceeds benefit Clark County Food Bank, which provide the resources for roughly 140,000 meals every Thanksgiving!

Race Course

Turkey Trot 2025 will be at Salmon Creek Trail, with both races starting at Klineline Pond at 9 am on Thanksgiving morning! The course follows a flat, mostly paved trail that weaves between areas of forest and open meadows. The course will be clearly marked with directions and exact mile markers for both the 5k and 10k races. Water stations will be at the start/finish line, as well as the 10k turnaround. There will also be a first aid station located at the start/finish line.

Race Timing

All registered racers receive timing chips in their race packets, which will electronically track the racer’s time. Chips are then attached to the outermost layer of clothing above the waist. This method ensures accurate timing and creates an easy, quick way for race officials to post times and rankings online following the event.

Race Information

Turkey Trot has two race day options: a 5k walk/run and a 10k run. Both races begin at 9:00 am on Thanksgiving morning, and take place along the same course. There will usually be around a 5 minute delay between the start of the 10k and 5k races. All age groups are welcome and encouraged to participate! Food (bagels, donuts, bananas, etc.) and coffee will be provided the morning of the race. Special prizes will also be handed out to racers that come dressed in crazy, fun, or Thanksgiving themed costumes!

What:
5K run/walk and 10K run When:
Thanksgiving Morning, Nov 26, 2026 Time:
Race starts at 9am Where:
Klineline Pond,
Salmon Creek Regional Park
1112 NE 117th Street
Vancouver, WA, 98685 Cost:
$45 all races, $20 polar plunge

Questions? Email: [email protected]

Race History

Since 2002, Clark County families have met for a fun run together on Thanksgiving morning. As the run grew in popularity, the families decided to organize the event and use the opportunity to give back to the community. Now, 1,250 racers join us each year and 100% of the proceeds benefit Clark County Food Bank, which provide the resources for roughly 140,000 meals every Thanksgiving!

Race Course

Turkey Trot 2025 will be at Salmon Creek Trail, with both races starting at Klineline Pond at 9 am on Thanksgiving morning! The course follows a flat, mostly paved trail that weaves between areas of forest and open meadows. The course will be clearly marked with directions and exact mile markers for both the 5k and 10k races. Water stations will be at the start/finish line, as well as the 10k turnaround. There will also be a first aid station located at the start/finish line.

Race Timing

All registered racers receive timing chips in their race packets, which will electronically track the racer’s time. Chips are then attached to the outermost layer of clothing above the waist. This method ensures accurate timing and creates an easy, quick way for race officials to post times and rankings online following the event.

Race Information

Turkey Trot has two race day options: a 5k walk/run and a 10k run. Both races begin at 9:00 am on Thanksgiving morning, and take place along the same course. There will usually be around a 5 minute delay between the start of the 10k and 5k races. All age groups are welcome and encouraged to participate! Food (bagels, donuts, bananas, etc.) and coffee will be provided the morning of the race. Special prizes will also be handed out to racers that come dressed in crazy, fun, or Thanksgiving themed costumes!

🎟️ Tickets ↗

SUNNOV 29

4:30 PM – 9:30 PM

💰 $5 - $16Holidays & SeasonalOutdoorsGroup Rides

Bike the Lights at Portland International Raceway

Portland International Raceway1940 N Victory Blvd

Experience the lights in true Portland fashion

Bike the Lights is reserved our cyclists! Take a lap or five and see over 250 holiday light displays up close on Sunday, November 29th.

This event has a dedicated following of bike lovers who attend year after year, decking out their rides in holiday lights and rocking their favorite holiday gear — from Santa suits to reindeer onesies.

It’s the only event at Winter Wonderland that happens just once a season, rain or shine, so don’t miss out!

Bike the Lights is a pedal power-only event (speed limit is 10mph!) E-bikes are allowed as long as they have pedals. Safety gear is highly encouraged for all participants, though kids 16 and under must wear a helmet.

DATE: Nov. 29, 2026 from 4:15pm – 9:30pm

PRICE: $16 for adults ($18 at the gate), $5 for kids ($7 at the gate)

POLICY:

Tickets to Bike the Lights are sold individually, not by carload. Free parking is available for attendees at Portland International Raceway. This is a pedal power-only. No cars, motorized vehicles, roller blades, scooters, skateboards, or walking will be allowed on the track. E-bikes are allowed as long as they have pedals. Speed limit is 10 miles per hour. Safety gear is highly encouraged for all participants. Kids 16 and under must wear a helmet.

Experience the lights in true Portland fashion

Bike the Lights is reserved our cyclists! Take a lap or five and see over 250 holiday light displays up close on Sunday, November 29th.

This event has a dedicated following of bike lovers who attend year after year, decking out their rides in holiday lights and rocking their favorite holiday gear — from Santa suits to reindeer onesies.

It’s the only event at Winter Wonderland that happens just once a season, rain or shine, so don’t miss out!

Bike the Lights is a pedal power-only event (speed limit is 10mph!) E-bikes are allowed as long as they have pedals. Safety gear is highly encouraged for all participants, though kids 16 and under must wear a helmet.

DATE: Nov. 29, 2026 from 4:15pm – 9:30pm

PRICE: $16 for adults ($18 at the gate), $5 for kids ($7 at the gate)

POLICY:

Tickets to Bike the Lights are sold individually, not by carload. Free parking is available for attendees at Portland International Raceway. This is a pedal power-only. No cars, motorized vehicles, roller blades, scooters, skateboards, or walking will be allowed on the track. E-bikes are allowed as long as they have pedals. Speed limit is 10 miles per hour. Safety gear is highly encouraged for all participants. Kids 16 and under must wear a helmet.

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SUNNOV 1

9:00 AM – 5:00 PM

💰 $16Holidays & SeasonalOutdoorsKids & FamilyPerforming Arts

Frog Pond Farm Pumpkin Patch

Frog Pond Farm2995 SW Advance Road

Explore over 20 acres of animals and hands-on activities at Frog Pond Farm this fall! Enjoy the llama-themed corn maze, weekend shows, a giant bounce park, photo-ops and more while you look for the perfect pumpkin!

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SUNNOV 8

1:30 PM – 3:30 PM

OutdoorsHiking & WalkingParks & NaturePhotographyTeaMeditationLearning & Tech

Transformation in Nature with Clara-Julia Peru

Crystal Springs Rhododendron Garden5801 Southeast 28th Avenue

We invite you to join our transformation in nature retreat to slow down from your daily life, capture moments in nature, reflect and resonate with the seasonal changes that surround us.

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.

We invite you to join our transformation in nature retreat to slow down from your daily life, capture moments in nature, reflect and resonate with the seasonal changes that surround us.

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.

🎟️ Tickets ↗

SUNNOV 8

3:00 PM – 6:00 PM

WineWorkshopsTalks & LecturesToursCraftsPartiesOutdoors

Hecate's Key Harvest Party

Hecate's Key Estate Vineyard12271 Cook-Underwood Rd, Underwood, WA 98651

Join us for a lovely afternoon of fresh fermented wine, soup, vineyard talks, vine weaving, & storytelling at Hecate's Key Estate Vineyard — AniChe's vineyard down the hill!

Free for Hecate's Key Club members, all others $35 (Family club members can use their points for half off!). Tickets are available at https://anichecellars.com/product/vineyard-tour-august-30th-duplicate and all are welcome.

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SATNOV 7

4:00 PM

Documentaries

Making Marie Antoinette x MUBI

PAM CUT's Tomorrow Theater3530 Southeast Division Street

Tomorrow Theater is teaming up with MUBI for this screening of Eleanor Coppola’s Making Marie Antoinette, a lush, intimate documentary about Sofia Coppola creating Marie Antoinette. The mother-daughter duo began creating this documentary at the beginning of the COVID lockdown, and Sofia finished the film after her mother passed in 2024.

In 2005, Sofia Coppola shot her third feature film, Marie Antoinette, starring Kirsten Dunst and Jason Schwartzman, at the Palace of Versailles, securing unprecedented filming permission that had never before been granted to any production. Her mother, acclaimed documentarian Eleanor Coppola, accompanied her on set, capturing approximately eighty hours of footage chronicling her daughter’s journey throughout the making of the film. This year, on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the release of Marie Antoinette and in fulfilment of her mother’s wish, Sofia Coppola reviewed that previously unseen material. Making Marie Antoinette explores the craftsmanship and care that brought the film to life, follows legendary costume designer Milena Canonero at work, and offers a glimpse into what it meant to be a young female director at that time. The result is a fascinating look at the creative process behind a landmark film and, at the same time, a surprisingly intimate family portrait.

Tomorrow Theater is teaming up with MUBI for this screening of Eleanor Coppola’s Making Marie Antoinette, a lush, intimate documentary about Sofia Coppola creating Marie Antoinette. The mother-daughter duo began creating this documentary at the beginning of the COVID lockdown, and Sofia finished the film after her mother passed in 2024.

In 2005, Sofia Coppola shot her third feature film, Marie Antoinette, starring Kirsten Dunst and Jason Schwartzman, at the Palace of Versailles, securing unprecedented filming permission that had never before been granted to any production. Her mother, acclaimed documentarian Eleanor Coppola, accompanied her on set, capturing approximately eighty hours of footage chronicling her daughter’s journey throughout the making of the film. This year, on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the release of Marie Antoinette and in fulfilment of her mother’s wish, Sofia Coppola reviewed that previously unseen material. Making Marie Antoinette explores the craftsmanship and care that brought the film to life, follows legendary costume designer Milena Canonero at work, and offers a glimpse into what it meant to be a young female director at that time. The result is a fascinating look at the creative process behind a landmark film and, at the same time, a surprisingly intimate family portrait.

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