May 29-May 31: Weekend Washington County Events! 🌷

Hello, Washington County! 🎉

So many of the county’s splash pads are open for the season! This is kind of a big deal because Washington County has a LOT of them. HERE is a great list of where you can find splash pads. However, keep in mind that Tigard’s splash pad in Universal Plaza is closed for updates, so hold tight if you were looking for Tigard water shenanigans. Now, let’s jump into this weekend’s events!

Always check the event source before heading out, as details can change last minute. I collect events and create this list by hand, so events aren’t automatically updated if there’s a change.

✅ means it’s a free event to attend. If you’re enjoying a free event, show some love by supporting the venue by purchasing food, drinks, or goods!

Friday, May 29

• Neurodivergent Prom
  5pm-7pm, Elsie Stuhr Center, Beaverton
  Celebrate connection and joy at a first-ever sensory-aware prom designed for neurodivergent teens and young adults. This inclusive event offers a judgment-free space where you can dance, socialize, or take breaks at your own pace, with features like a silent DJ, hyperfixation stations, a photo booth, and quiet areas built in. Care providers are welcome to attend at no cost, and advance tickets are required to help plan for a comfortable, supportive experience for everyone.
• HART 2026-2027 Season Reveal and Fundraiser
  6pm-8pm, HART Theatre, Hillsboro
  Be the first to see what’s coming next as HART unveils its highly anticipated 2026-2027 production season. This one-night fundraiser includes heavily discounted season tickets, raffles, wine for purchase, cake, snacks, and plenty of theater buzz as the curtain lifts on the upcoming lineup. Tickets are just $10, but you may want to bring a little extra for the deals and festivities.
• Mojada: A Medea in Los Angeles
  7:30pm and various times through June 14, Theatre in the Grove, Forest Grove
  This powerful production follows Medea, a woman who has sacrificed everything to build a new life while living undocumented, where even ordinary moments carry enormous risk. As fear, isolation, and pressure begin to fracture the future she fought to create, the story explores survival, resilience, love, and the emotional cost of chasing stability and belonging. Raw, intimate, and emotionally intense, this performance offers a deeply human look at the realities many people live every day. Parental discretion is advised.
• Catch Me When I Fall
  7:30pm Friday and Saturday; 2pm Saturday & Sunday Matinees at, May 29- 31 & June 5 – 7, Hillsboro Masonic Lodge, Hillsboro
  Stages Performing Arts Academy presents the world premiere of Catch Me When I Fall, an original Broadway-style musical built from the real stories of Washington County residents facing economic hardship. Based on more than 70 hours of community interviews conducted at GG’s House, this story weaves together true experiences of struggle, resilience, and hope through powerful scenes, music, and storytelling. Written and directed by Jodi Walder with music and lyrics by Off-Broadway composer Noel Katz, the production offers an intimate, deeply human look at the challenges many neighbors face and the connections that can grow from sharing those stories.
• Live Wire with Luke Burbank!
  7:30pm, The Reser, Beaverton
  Expect a smart, funny, and wildly eclectic night as Live Wire Radio brings together comedy, conversation, music, and storytelling with host Luke Burbank and announcer Elena Passarello. This edition features comedian and filmmaker W. Kamau Bell, bestselling author Lindy West, and internationally acclaimed Ghanaian musician Okaidja Afroso for an evening that blends sharp humor, thoughtful discussion, and globally inspired live music.
• Karyn Ann – Live Music ✅
  7:30pm-9:30pm, Murrayhill Taphouse, Beaverton
  Portland-based singer-songwriter Karyn Ann brings a powerful mix of soulful Americana, grit, and emotional depth, with a voice that’s been compared to Bonnie Raitt and Grace Potter. Known for commanding stages across the U.S. and beyond, she’s shared bills with artists like Chris Isaak and Courtney Marie Andrews and earned recognition at major folk festivals nationwide.
  

Saturday, May 30

• Adoptable Dogs Meet and Greet ✅
  8:30am-1:30pm, Beaverton Farmers Market 12375 SW 5th St, Beaverton
  This week, Three Little Pitties Rescue will be at the Beaverton Farmers Market with adoptable dogs, giving you a chance to meet volunteer fosters, learn about their rescue work, and maybe even find your new best friend. Whether you’re just browsing the market or seriously considering adoption, it’s a great opportunity to connect with animals in need and learn how to get involved through fostering or volunteering.
• Annual Shred & Food Drive Event (at least 2 non-perishable food items to donate)
  9am-12pm, Sherwood Police Department, Sherwood
  Bring up to two boxes to shred. Don’t forget to bring at least 2 non-perishable food items to donate as well.
• Beaverton Neighborhood Household Waste Collection Event ✅
  9am-2pm, 9725 SW Durham Road, Tigard
  Metro is hosting a free household hazardous waste collection event to help residents safely dispose of items like paint, batteries, pesticides, automotive products, and medical sharps (no medications). These items shouldn’t go in regular trash. Check the Metro website for the full list of accepted items, how to prepare your drop-off, and the spring event schedule
• AANHPI Month Celebration: Portland Taiko ✅
  10:30-11:30am, Brookwood Library, Hillsboro
  Celebrate the close of AANHPI Month and the finale of One Book, One Coast with an interactive performance by Portland Taiko. Experience the energy and artistry of traditional Japanese drumming while learning more about taiko through a lively, hands-on cultural performance.
• Trauma and Grief in Kids and Teens: How to Facilitate Healing and Growth ✅
  10:30am-12pm, Cedar Mill Library, Portland
  Parents and caregivers are invited to this Parent Information Series presentation exploring how trauma, stress, and grief affect children and teens. Psychologists Julia Ross and Karina Peters will discuss ways to support healthy coping and adjustment, how to recognize when professional help may be needed, and where to find support, with time set aside for audience questions. Adults only.
• Serenity Park Grand Opening Celebration ✅
  12pm-2pm, 7360 SW Pointer Road, Portland
  Celebrate the grand opening of Serenity Park with a family-friendly neighborhood party hosted by THPRD. Stop by for free ice cream or root beer floats, crafts, games, and hands-on fun with the Nature & Rec Mobile while checking out the park’s new space with the community.
• Tigard Inaugural AANHPI Night Market ✅
  3pm-8pm, Universal Plaza, Tigard
  Celebrate Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander cultures at downtown Tigard’s inaugural Asian market, featuring food, crafts, performances, and community celebration. The event highlights the diversity and contributions of AANHPI communities while inviting visitors from around the region to explore Tigard through culture, creativity, and great food.
• John Nilsen – Live Music ✅
  7:30pm-9:30pm, Murrayhill Taphouse, Beaverton
  Unwind lakeside with a live performance by pianist John Nilsen, known for blending jazz, folk, and contemporary styles into a warm, soulful set. With great food, drinks, and a relaxed waterfront atmosphere, it’s an easygoing evening built for slowing down and just enjoying the music.

Sunday, May 31

• Meet Up with the Tigard Mayor ✅
  11am-12pm, Woodard Park, Tigard
  Stop by for an informal conversation with Mayor Hu and chat about whatever’s on your mind. There’s no agenda, no speeches, and no pressure, just a chance to ask questions, share ideas, or simply say hello.
• Plant Swap ✅
  11am-12:30pm, Tigard Public Library, Tigard
  Plant lovers of all experience levels are invited to swap, share, and discover new greenery at this community plant exchange. Bring plants, cuttings, starts, or bulbs to trade, then head home with something new for your collection. No plant to share? No problem, there will be extras available. Just be sure to label any plants you bring with their name and care preferences.
• 2000’s Music Trivia ✅
  11:30am-1:30pm, Langer’s Tack Room, Sherwood
  Take it back to the 2000s for a trivia night packed with nostalgia, prizes, and brunch vibes. Expect $2 mimosas, a brunch buffet, and $150 in prizes up for grabs as you test your knowledge of everything early-aughts. This one’s 21+ only.
• Mélange 2026: A Multicultural Makers Market! ✅
  12pm-6pm, Tanasbourne Town Center, Hillsboro
  Celebrate AANHPI Heritage Month at a vibrant outdoor gathering showcasing local artisans, culture, and community. Browse handcrafted goods from a wide range of traditions, enjoy live music and art, and sample delicious food hosted by Krishna Supermarket, with additional shopping coupons available for attendees. It’s a family-friendly celebration of creativity and diversity, with plenty of parking and something new to discover around every booth.
• Baby Goat Party ✅
  1pm-2pm, Hillsboro Downtown Station Food Carts, Hillsboro
  Get ready for a fluffy overload at this family-friendly baby goat event. Spend time cuddling, playing, and taking plenty of photos with some very enthusiastic little goats.
• One Book, One Coast Celebration: George Takei Livestreamed Event
  2pm-3pm, Hillsboro Brookwood Library, Aloha Community Library, West Slope Community Library, Banks Public Library, or watch online
  Join readers across the region for One Book, One Coast, featuring George Takei’s graphic memoir They Called Us Enemy, which recounts his childhood incarceration in American camps during World War II. Take part in a special livestream author talk with Takei exploring the memoir, citizenship, resilience, and the power of shared stories.
• Beaverton Symphony Orchestra presents Hanson’s Second Symphony
  3pm, Village Church, Beaverton
  Beaverton Symphony Orchestra closes out its season with an evening of sweeping, emotional orchestral music featuring Howard Hanson’s Symphony No. 2, along with Tchaikovsky’s rousing Slavonic March. The program also highlights the incredible talent of the 2026 Travis Hatton Young Artists Concerto Competition winner, bringing fresh virtuosity to the stage. Hanson’s lush, cinematic symphony sets the tone for a powerful, romantic finale designed to stir big feelings and send the season out on a high note.
• Dorpon: A Bangla Adaptation of William Shakespeare’s Play Hamlet
  5pm, The Reser, Beaverton
  In the village of Shibgonj, a sudden death sets off a chain of betrayal, grief, and unrest as power shifts hands and a family fractures under the weight of ambition and loss. Dorpon, the grieving son of the former Boro Shordar, is pulled into a spiral of memory, love, and suspicion as whispers of a restless ghost begin to spread through the village. Portland Bangla Theater presents Darpan, a Bengali adaptation of Shakespeare’s Hamlet by Aly Zaker, reimagined in a Bangladeshi village setting and brought to life with haunting drama and live folk music.
  

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