Hello, Washington County! 🎉
I LOVE local theater! I saw Waitress by the Broadway Rose a few weeks ago and just saw Seussical by the Sherwood Center for the Arts this past weekend. If you’re a theater buff, don’t sleep on the amazing talent we have in this community. We actually have a handful of theater performances in the newsletter this week, so get out there and support our local arts!
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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!
Thursday, July 31
- Park Pop-Up at Magnolia Park ✅
10:30am-12pm, Magnolia Park, Hillsboro
Hillsboro’s free mobile programs roll into neighborhood parks with hands-on activities, learning adventures, and entertainment for the whole family. No sign-ups or fees. - TrailJams Irish & Trad Tune Session ✅
2:30pm-5:30pm, Cook Park (butterfly garden near shelter 4), Tigard
Enjoy a session where fiddle tunes come alive through the magic of acoustic instruments like fiddles, concertinas, guitars, tin whistles, and more. The tempo flows at a comfortable pace, creating that perfect atmosphere where music happens naturally, by ear and from the heart (though don’t worry if you need to peek at sheet music!). - Music in the Plaza – Joseph Konty & Otto Lange ✅
5pm-7pm, Universal Plaza, Tigard
Enjoy a musical night of food and community as you enjoy the music of Joseph Konty and Otto Lange. - Twilight Track Meet ✅
5:30pm-7:30pm, Sunset High School, Beaverton
Join this all-ages track meet at Sunset High School. No registration needed! Check-in starts at 5:30 p.m., with events like sprints, relays, a mile run, softball throw, and standing long jump kicking off at 5:55 p.m. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or just curious, everyone’s welcome to race, jump, and have fun. - Songwriter’s Uncorked
7pm-9pm, 503 Uncorked, Sherwood
Singer-Songwriter Night offers an intimate evening of live music from talented local artists, with heartfelt lyrics and a mix of acoustic and upbeat tunes. Enjoy drinks, relax with friends, and support the local music scene. - Joanna Lee Live Music ✅
7pm-9pm, Cooper Mountain Ale Works, Tigard
JoAnna brings her soulful voice, fiery energy, and rootsy sound to the Tigard stage for a performance full of grit, soul, and fun. - Anything Goes
7:30pm and various times through August 17, Deb Fennell Auditorium, Tigard
Broadway Rose Theatre presents Anything Goes! Set sail with this tap-dancing classic, featuring Cole Porter hits like “You’re the Top” and “I Get a Kick Out of You.” This lively musical on the S.S. American delivers romance, comedy, and timeless tunes from the Great American Songbook.
Friday, August 1
- Care & Connect Wellness Clinic – Kaiser & MTI ✅
8:30am-1pm, 13565 Southwest Walker Road, Beaverton
Care & Connect Wellness Clinic happens every first Friday of the month, offering free services like dental care, blood pressure checks, A1C tests, and emotional wellness screenings. Hosted with Medical Teams International’s Dental Van and funded by Kaiser Permanente. Appointments required. Call 503-591-9025 to schedule. - Brews for the Birds ✅
3:30pm-9pm Friday and 12pm-9pm Saturday, Langer’s, Sherwood
Enjoy a family-friendly beer and music festival benefiting Friends of the Tualatin River National Wildlife Refuge Complex. Featuring live music from Lloyd Jones, Knuckle Grease Station, JaSkaMon, and Mariachi Luz de Oro, plus craft beer, food vendors, and games. Proceeds support local wildlife and education programs. - Ballet Forest Grove Fundraiser ✅ (free to attend, but as this is a fundraiser, please try to support!)
5pm-8pm, Zesti Food Carts, Forest Grove
Support Ballet Forest Grove at their Nutcracker fundraiser! Enjoy food trucks, drinks, and free photos with Nutcracker characters, with 10% of bar and vendor sales benefiting scholarships, pointe shoes, costumes, and props. - Live Music with Robert Meade ✅
5:30pm-8:30pm, Sidereus Vineyard & Winery, Forest Grove
Enjoy wine and music as Robert Meade performs! Reservations strongly encouraged. - Art Opening – The Science Fiction Show ✅
6pm-8pm, Three Mugs Public House, Beaverton
Meet local artist Mike Trapp at his art opening, The Science Fiction Show, featuring live music from a local jazz band. - The Catnip Brothers Live Music ✅
7pm, Waltz Brewing, Forest Grove
Enjoy some great music with The Catnip Brothers and pizza from Westside Pizza House. - Park Flix and Public Swim – Moana 2 ✅
7:15pm, Forest Grove Aquatic Center, Forest Grove
Enjoy a free public swim from 7:15 to 8:45 pm, followed by a screening of Moana 2 at dusk. Free popcorn while supplies last. Bring blankets, low-back chairs, and snacks (no alcohol). - Seussical the Musical
7:30pm and various times through Aug 3, Sherwood Center for the Arts, Sherwood
Seussical the Musical brings Dr. Seuss’s beloved universe to life with Horton protecting Whoville, Gertrude McFuzz spreading her wings, and the Cat in the Hat stirring up delightful trouble. This colorful celebration of imagination weaves together classic stories with playful tunes and heartfelt messages about embracing differences! - Five Women Wearing the Same Dress By Alan Ball
7:30pm Friday and 3pm Saturday, Tualatin United Methodist Church, 20200 SW Martinazzi Ave, Tualatin
Mask and Mirror Community Theater presents Five Women Wearing the Same Dress! This is a sharp, funny, and heartfelt play about five mismatched bridesmaids who bond while hiding out during a lavish Knoxville wedding reception. - The Wizard of Oz
7:30pm and various times through August 10, Theatre in the Grove, Forest Grove
Experience the magic of The Wizard of Oz: The Musical in this all-youth production featuring beloved songs, vibrant costumes, and lively choreography. Follow Dorothy’s journey through Oz in a heartwarming show that celebrates friendship, courage, and the power of belief. - Flicks at the Park – Selena ✅
7:30pm, Harleman Park, Cornelius
Enjoy free popcorn, movie swag, and a scavenger hunt starting at 7 pm, with the movie beginning at dusk. Bring blankets and friends to enjoy the movie Selena. - Pix in the Park – Rocky 2 ✅
7:30pm-10:30pm, Bagley Park, Hillsboro
Hillsboro’s Pix in the Park series offers outdoor movies every Friday night in August. Bring a blanket or low chair, grab snacks from vendors, and enjoy pre-movie activities at 7:30 pm. Films start at dusk and include English captions. - Wine and Movie Nights in the Barn – 2001: A Space Odyssey ✅
8pm, Eagles Nest Reserve, Hillsboro
All ages are welcome to bring a chair and blanket and enjoy 2001: A Space Odyssey while sipping on wine and munching on popcorn.
Saturday, August 2
- My Way Matinee
Various times, Regal Theater Bridgeport Village, Tigard
Regal’s My Way Matinee offers sensory-friendly movie screenings with brighter lights and lower volume, creating a relaxed space where guests can freely express themselves by walking around, dancing, singing, talking, etc. Screenings are the first show of the day on select Saturdays each month. - ORRC Pumpkin Ridge Run 5k, 10k, and Half Marathon
7am, 11251 NW Timeric St, North Plains
The annual Pumpkin Ridge Run offers half marathon, 10K, and 5K races through the scenic farm roads of North Plains. Races start at 7 am (half) and 7:30 am (5K & 10K), with a 3-hour limit for the half marathon. Walkers are welcome in the 5K and 10K. Start and finish at North Plains Elementary School. - Porsche Day at Portland Cars and Coffee ✅
8am-11am, Langer’s, Sherwood
Portland Cars and Coffee, partnered with Porsche Beaverton, returns with an expanded celebration at Langer’s Fun Center in Sherwood. Gates open at 8 am, but there may be early entry due to demand. Arrive early to secure a spot. There is no registration. - Big Truck Day ✅ ($5 suggested donation per child)
9:30am-1pm with sensory quiet time from 9am-9:30am, Conestoga Recreation and Aquatic Center, Beaverton
Big Truck Day offers kids and families the chance to explore big rigs, honk horns, and enjoy hands-on fun with a giant sandbox, splash pad, raffles, and giveaways. Enjoy food trucks, a picnic area, and new shuttle service from Southridge High and Conestoga Middle. - Sherwood Garden Gab: Make the Most of Your Harvest ✅
10am-11am, Al’s Garden Center, Sherwood
Learn from a seminar on harvesting homegrown fruits, veggies, and herbs for peak flavor and extended growing. Learn when and how to harvest, get tips for second crops and fall planting, and make the most of your garden this summer and beyond. - Northwest FossilFest ✅
10am-4pm, Tualatin Heritage Center, Tualatin
Northwest Fossil Fest, themed “Trace Fossils and Other Oddities,” offers exhibits, fossil prep demos, talks, free fossils for kids, and fossil ID. Open to all. Bring your fossils and join the fun! - Community Health Fair ✅
11am-4pm, Crossroads Church, Forest Grove
Come to the health fair for services such as vitals checks, blood pressure checks, hearing screenings, and more. There will be over 20 community organizations participating to promote health! - Portland Schwingfest
11am-12am, 10308 NW Helvetia Rd, Hillsboro
Get ready for the 108th annual Portland Schwingfest! Enjoy Swiss-style wrestling (Schwingen), traditional rock throwing, live Swiss music by Blaser Kapelle, cultural demos, and an awards ceremony. Food and drinks available on-site. - The Simpsons Trivia ✅
11:30am-1:30pm, Langer’s, Sherwood
Test your knowledge at Simpsons Trivia with $2 mimosas, a brunch buffet, and $150 in prizes. Ages 21 and over only. - Clear the Shelters Adoption Event ✅
1pm-3pm, Petco 2151 SE Tualatin Valley Hwy, Bldg B, Hillsboro
Join Oregon Friends of Shelter Animals for an adoption event to meet your new best friend! - Repair Fair ✅
1pm-4pm, Sherwood Public Library, Sherwood
Bring up to two clean, portable items and stick around to learn the repair secrets yourself because the best part isn’t just getting your stuff fixed, it’s becoming your own fix-it hero! With a 70% success rate and passionate volunteers ready to share their skills, even if your item can’t be saved, you’ll walk away with new knowledge and maybe some great repair tips. Registration encouraged. - Live Music with Ky and Maddie ✅
6pm-9pm, 320 SE Baseline St, Hillsboro
Pacific Northwest artist Ky brings melodic, harmony-rich music to the stage, joined by local favorite Maddie Hurst, musician and vocal coach, and daughter of Steppenwolf drummer Ron Hurst. - First Saturday Comedy Night ✅
7pm-9pm, Three Mugs Brewing, Hillsboro
Three Mugs Comedy returns on the first Saturday of the month, featuring comedians Doug MacDonald, Joe John Sanchez III, Jarrell Newsome, Dennis Cruise, Don Gavitte, and Chris Kemper. Hosted by Jamie Stewart.
Sunday, August 3
- Tidy Up Downtown Hillsboro ✅
9am-1pm, 346 Southwest Walnut Street, Hillsboro
Join the Tidy Up in Downtown Hillsboro event on the first Sunday of the month to clean litter and graffiti alongside neighbors at M&M Marketplace. Stay after to explore 80+ local vendors and enjoy great food. Meet at the east parking lot gate, wear sturdy shoes, and bring water. - Day of Play ✅
10am-12pm, 136 3rd Ave, Hillsboro
Flip Museum is hosting a Day of Play brings the community together with fun, open-ended activities for all ages designed to boost social and emotional growth. Kids can enjoy live music, a bouncy house, arts and crafts, and a water table. - Adoption Event ✅
11:30am-3pm, Pacific NW Pets, Sherwood
Hazel’s House Rescue is hosting an adoption event at Pacific NW Pets! Meet cats and kittens ready for adoption, with free goodies for new pet families. All family members must be present, and plan for a 1–2 hour visit. - Summer Paint & Sip Series
12pm-2pm, Jenkins Estate, Beaverton
Enjoy a summer paint and sip party at the scenic Jenkins Estate, with breathtaking Tualatin Valley views and 68 acres of gardens and trails to explore. No experience needed. Tickets include step-by-step instruction, all supplies, aprons, and a take-home canvas. - BBQ, Brews & Bluegrass Festival
2pm-8pm, Brix Tavern, Tualatin
Join THE BBB FESTIVAL for BBQ, brews, and bluegrass! Enjoy delicious food, beer tastings, and live music, all while supporting the American Cancer Society. 21+ event with BBQ station, beer garden, and cash bar. - C’est Rose
3pm-7pm, McMenamins Cornelius Pass Roadhouse, Hillsboro
Celebrate rosé with a 21+ wine event featuring a commemorative glass, 10 tasting tokens, and an impressive selection of rosés and sparkling wines from the Pacific Northwest and beyond. - Concerts in the Round – Sarah Lodge Band ✅
5:30pm-7:30pm, The Round 12600 Crescent Street, Beaverton
Portland’s Sarah Lodge is a powerhouse vocalist blending R\&B, soul, funk, rock, pop, country, and jazz into an unforgettable live experience that’s captivated Northwest audiences for over a decade. - Karaoke Night ✅
10pm, O’Brien’s, Hillsboro
Get ready for a fun night of singing!
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