The Showdown

All dances taught, no need for a partner, gender free calling, all skill levels welcome, tickets $15.92, 21+ (doors open at 6 pm, dance at 7). Oct 26 (Mon): The Old Time String Band with calling by Bex Bee Nov 2 (Mon): Old Time Highway with calling by Amy Hofer Nov 9 (Mon): calling by Steph Noll Nov 16 (Mon): Probably Polly String Band with calling by Andy Grummon Nov 23 (Mon): Miss Praline‘s Whip Lodge Tenderstrokes with calling by Tighe Hauze Tickets can be bought in advance on-line at the Showdown‘s website. Come out and support the dance, so Pickathon and the Showdown will support more dances into the future! Sponsored by Pickathon and The Showdown.

Shady Pines Radio presents
COVER THE PEOPLE
An Evening of Beck & Ween covers

A portion of proceeds will go towards Blanchet House

Gram Jam is a celebration of the music of Gram Parsons. A seminal figure at the roots of what is now referred to as Americana. A mix of traditional country, rock n roll, blues and soul. Gram called that mix Cosmic American Music. Gram Parson’s efforts with The International Submarine Band, The Byrds, The Flying Burrito Brothers and his two solo albums, GP and Grievous Angel were not commercial successes but his songs and style influenced all that came after. The Eagles, Little Feat, Workingman’s Dead by the Grateful Dead, The New Riders of The Purple Sage, Linda Ronstadt and Emmylou Harris are just a short list. Cosmic American Music is still alive and well in Portland and many other places around the world.

Shorty and The Mustangs have organized five Gram Jam benefit concerts for the Jeremy Wilson Foundation https://www.thejwf.or since 2016. So why do a sixth now?

In November, Gram Parsons would be turning 80 within two days of Gram Jam VI and will also be inducted into The Rock n Roll Hall of Fame within a few weeks of the show. In addition, Shorty and The Mustangs are celebrating their 30 th Anniversary in 2026. Too many dates have aligned. It’s meant to happen.

A stellar list of local musicians are donating their time and talent to this benefit show. Get your tickets, you don’t want to miss this!

⁃ A pre-show op with Tyler (taken by our designated tour photographer)

All dances taught, no need for a partner, gender free calling, all skill levels welcome, tickets $15.92, 21+ (doors open at 6 pm, dance at 7). Oct 26 (Mon): The Old Time String Band with calling by Bex Bee Nov 2 (Mon): Old Time Highway with calling by Amy Hofer Nov 9 (Mon): calling by Steph Noll Nov 16 (Mon): Probably Polly String Band with calling by Andy Grummon Nov 23 (Mon): Miss Praline‘s Whip Lodge Tenderstrokes with calling by Tighe Hauze Tickets can be bought in advance on-line at the Showdown‘s website. Come out and support the dance, so Pickathon and the Showdown will support more dances into the future! Sponsored by Pickathon and The Showdown.

This class is designed for dancers who are already comfortable with two-step fundamentals, and want to build their range. Beginning fundamentals will not be reviewed.

For those who want to stay for the Whiskey Wednesday bands and keep dancing, a discounted ticket package is available, or a $5 lift can be added to an already purchased ticket at the door.

This class is designed for dancers who are already comfortable with two-step fundamentals, and want to build their range. Beginning fundamentals will not be reviewed.

All dances taught, no need for a partner, gender free calling, all skill levels welcome, tickets $15.92, 21+ (doors open at 6 pm, dance at 7). Oct 26 (Mon): The Old Time String Band with calling by Bex Bee Nov 2 (Mon): Old Time Highway with calling by Amy Hofer Nov 9 (Mon): calling by Steph Noll Nov 16 (Mon): Probably Polly String Band with calling by Andy Grummon Nov 23 (Mon): Miss Praline‘s Whip Lodge Tenderstrokes with calling by Tighe Hauze Tickets can be bought in advance on-line at the Showdown‘s website. Come out and support the dance, so Pickathon and the Showdown will support more dances into the future! Sponsored by Pickathon and The Showdown.

This class is designed for dancers who are already comfortable with two-step fundamentals, and want to build their range. Beginning fundamentals will not be reviewed.

This event has been combined with Whiskey Wednesday- to purchase tickets, the Whiskey Wednesday admission includes the lesson now

All dances taught, no need for a partner, gender free calling, all skill levels welcome, tickets $15.92, 21+ (doors open at 6 pm, dance at 7). Oct 26 (Mon): The Old Time String Band with calling by Bex Bee Nov 2 (Mon): Old Time Highway with calling by Amy Hofer Nov 9 (Mon): calling by Steph Noll Nov 16 (Mon): Probably Polly String Band with calling by Andy Grummon Nov 23 (Mon): Miss Praline‘s Whip Lodge Tenderstrokes with calling by Tighe Hauze Tickets can be bought in advance on-line at the Showdown‘s website. Come out and support the dance, so Pickathon and the Showdown will support more dances into the future! Sponsored by Pickathon and The Showdown.

This event has been combined with Whiskey Wednesday- to purchase tickets, the Whiskey Wednesday admission includes the lesson now

This class is designed for dancers who are already comfortable with two-step fundamentals, and want to build their range. Beginning fundamentals will not be reviewed.

"Grab your boots and get ready to step back into a honky-tonk in 1996!

Friends in Low Places is a celebration of the biggest country radio hits of the ’90s, performed live by some of Portland’s favorite local musicians, seven bands will take on the classics. Throughout the night, each band will transform into an iconic ’90s country artist or group, playing the songs everyone knows, loves, and can’t help but sing along to.

Expect a packed dance floor, full bands, plenty of nostalgia, and hit after hit from the artists who raised us. Each set is short, high-energy, and filled with country classics made for dancing and belting out with your friends.

Our first two Friends in Low Places shows sold out in advance, and we cannot wait to bring Portland together for another night celebrating the golden era of country music.
Western wear and your best ’90s getup are very much encouraged, so dress up, bring your dancing boots, and get ready to sing every word!"

Jerry Joseph & The Jackmormons return to Portland for their annual New Year’s Eve run, four nights of powerhouse rock ’n’ roll, fearless songwriting, and deep-catalog exploration. Featuring bassist Steve James and drummer Steve Drizos, the band hits Jack London Revue on December 30, Dante’s on December 31, The Showdown on January 1, and Star Theater on January 2, joined by Freddy Trujillo Band, Brooklyn Del & The Revelators, Ezra Meredith & The Deer Lodge All-Stars, and Lordymama.

Four nights, four completely different sets, and not a single song repeated. Catch one show or experience the entire four-night journey into 2027. Limited four-night VIP passes include a soundcheck experience and private acoustic performance before the January 2 show at Star Theater; available only to those that buy tickets to all 4 nights.