12 Things You Must Do in Portland This February
One of the worst decisions you can make in Portland (besides these 33 bad PDX decisions, obviously) is staying inside all February, especially since it's only the fourth rainiest month, and we found these 12 sweet things for you to do, ranging from free parties to the return of soccer...
Dive Bar Super Bowl at Kelly’s Olympian
Don’t want to watch the big game on that new 72in 3D TV your friend won’t shut up about? Kelly’s Olympian is offering food and drink specials all day so you can grumble about the game while drinking with your real friends.
Chefs’ Week PDX
The second annual Chefs’ Week hits town and brings with it five dinners and four nights of parties. Don’t miss the blowout event at Departure with three Top Chef contestants joining 25 other chefs.
38th Annual Portland International Film Festival
Some of the world’s best new films hit the city’s independent theaters for a couple weeks.
Wurstfest
Head down South to celebrate Mt. Angel’s 7th annual Wurstfest with lots of beer and sausages at one of the best German events all year.
Voodoo Valentine
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at Portland’s Fifth Annual Mardi Gras Ball. Costumes encouraged but not required.
Zwickelmania: Oregon’s Biggest Brewery Tour
Take a tour of the city’s breweries during which most open their doors for specials and free tours.
Newport Seafood & Wine Festival
Looking for an excuse to go to the coast? Hit up the always-decadent Seafood & Wine Festival, the Northwest’s premier coastal food event.
Celebrate the Chinese New Year at Lan Su
There’s something for everyone during this two week celebration -- from martial arts performances to dragon dances and ping pong.
Black Out Beer Fest
Featuring 19 dark beers from 16 local craft breweries, only $15!
No Reason Tour at Rotture
Giraffage returns to town on his No Reason Tour for what promises to be the month’s best dance party.
9th Annual Chowder Challenge
Who serves the best clam chowder in the city? Find out when a dozen local brewpubs and restaurants vie for the coveted Chowder Cup!
Portland Timbers Simple Invitational
The Portland Timbers preseason kicks off with a small tournament featuring local teams as well as a Norwegian club.