Hello, Washington County! 🎉
Some events are being cancelled due to the extreme heat this weekend. For example, they’ve cancelled the Tualatin concert on Friday. When looking at the list of events, please triple check that an event is happening before heading out this weekend in case it gets cancelled at the last minute!
Speaking of the heat, as a reminder, Washington County has a page of resources that includes the locations of cooling centers, tips for staying cool, and support for other heat related issues. If you head out to any of this weekend’s wonderful events, stay safe and cool ☀️
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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. If you’re enjoying a free event at a spot with food or drinks, show some love by supporting the venue!
Friday, August 22
- Quiet Waters Outreach Yard Sale ✅
10am-5pm Friday and 10am-2pm Saturday, 1550 NE Oleander Ln, Hillsboro
Save the date to support adults with disabilities and their families at our community yard sale, featuring shared treasures. - Music on the Lawn featuring The Reflex
6pm, Oak Knoll Winery, Hillsboro
Enjoy music and wine on the lawn with The Reflex! Amelia’s Mexican and West Coast Phylliz will be available for dinner. - Summer Sounds #5: Patina
6pm, Sosta House, Beaverton
Patina brings their Portland-grown Americana, folk-rock, and roots-rock sound to the Sosta House Summer Sounds Concert Series. Bring your friends and family for a night of live music under the summer sky. Wine and food will be available for purchase. Tickets are required for all guests regardless of age, and no outside food or beverages are allowed for this event. - Movies in the Park: Wicked ✅
6:30pm-8:30pm, Stella Olsen Park, Sherwood
Enjoy a showing of Wicked in the park! The movie will begin at dusk around 8:15-8:45. Arrive early though for a performance by Sherwood Dance Academy! - Flicks at the Park: School of Rock ✅
7pm, Harleman Park, Cornelius
Join us in Harleman Park for a night of fun! The scavenger hunt starts at 7pm. Popcorn and swag start at 7:30pm. The movie will start once it’s dark, between 7:30pm and 8:30pm. - Wine & Movie Nights in the Barn: Chocolat ✅
8pm, Eagles Nest Reserve, Hillsboro
All ages are welcome to enjoy the movie Chocolat at the winery!
Saturday, August 23
- Summer Kids’ Concerts: Kelli Welli ✅
10am-12pm, Bridgeport Village, Tigard
Kelli Caldwell, who performs as Kelli Welli, is an award-winning children’s songwriter praised as “The Pixar of Children’s songwriters” for her ability to create music that is both silly and smart. Drawing on her unique upbringing, she writes songs that are clever, funny, sometimes reflective, deeply sweet, and always genuine. - Herbs for Sun and Shade ✅
10am-12pm, WCMGA Learning Garden at Jenkins Estate, at the Gazebo, Beaverton
Join the Master Gardeners for a tour of the Spiral Herb Garden at Jenkins Estate, showcasing over 40 herbs suited to the Pacific Northwest. Learn what to plant, where, and how to harvest, use, and store herbs, including tips for container gardening in small spaces. - Summer Bash
10am-4pm, Rice Museum of Rocks and Minerals, Hillsboro
Summer Bash at the Museum is the ultimate end-of-summer celebration, packed with activities for all ages to enjoy. Spend the day making memories with highlights like a goat petting zoo, a dinosaur bounce castle, face painting from 11am–3pm, raffle baskets, and delicious eats from SlackTide Fish Food Truck and Cuppayo Frozen Yogurt. Explore the skies with Rose City Astronomers, enjoy a special baseball-themed activity with the Hillsboro Hops, and learn about rock climbing with Beyond the Wall Climbing. - Beaverton Music Festival ✅
12pm-9pm, Griffith Park, Beaverton
All ages are welcome to enjoy a lineup including Wildflowers & Whiskey playing classic rock, Robert Henry and the Repeaters bringing country, Conjunto Alegre with Latin rhythms, Glitter & Gasoline delivering rock and funk, Ben Rice & the PDX Hustle offering blues and blues rock, Ms. Vee & a Badass Band performing Motown and R&B, and Precious Byrd with high-energy covers. - 21st Annual Back to School ✅
1pm-4pm, M&M Marketplace, Hillsboro
Get excited for back to school with live music, entertainment, school supplies, food, prizes, and a petting zoo. - Sav Live Music ✅
7:30pm-9:30pm, Murrayhill Taphouse, Beaverton
Enjoy a meal and some good tunes with Sav, whose musical influences include folk, country, and pop.
Sunday, August 24
- Canine Community Carnival ✅
9am-12pm, Garden Home Recreation Center, Portland
Join us for a morning of pet-friendly fun featuring food vendors, pet booths, a pop-up dog park, music, prizes, and more. Participate in the dog and owner look-alike contest at 10:30 AM sponsored by Bark Avenue, and enjoy doggie pools provided by Sniff Dog Hotel. Bring a new pet supply to donate and receive a raffle ticket. All are welcome, but dogs must be leashed. - Gathering Market ✅
10am-12pm, Winona Grange, Tualatin
Connect with the community as you support local farmer and artisans. There will also be activities for the kids! - 2025 Star Awards ✅
3pm vendor/art showcase 5pm show begins, The Reser, Beaverton
Join us for the Star Awards at PDX HIP HOP WEEK, celebrating ten years of hip hop culture in Oregon. The event features performances by Cool Nutz, Karma Rivera, Majik9, Mighty, Jae Lava, D•T, King Thayo, Sayu, Jumbo, DJ Avelanche, DJ O.G.TOO, and the Manifest Dance Agency, along with special guests. The celebration honors individuals who have contributed to hip hop outside traditional industry channels, paving the way for future generations.
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