Hello, Washington County! 🎉
This weekend, we’re heading to Mt. Angel for Oktoberfest. The first time we went a couple of years ago, I was amazed by all of the performance areas, tents, costumes, and festivities. I thought I was in a dream when we went into a huge tent to find a band doing a full Sound of Music medley. If you are a beer fan, and have never been to Mt. Angel’s Oktoberfest, it’s a pretty cool event. Alright, let’s get to the incredible events happening in our own county this weekend!
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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, September 12
- 25th Anniversary Beaverton City Library: Behind the Scenes Tours ✅
3pm-4:30pm Friday and Saturday, Beaverton City Library, Beaverton
Celebrate the Beaverton City Library’s 25th anniversary with a behind-the-scenes tours showing how books move from the drop to the shelves. Tours run on the hour and half-hour, lasting about 15 minutes, alongside scavenger hunts, crafts, historic photos, and other special programming. - Fiesta de Superhéroes de la Naturalez ✅
4:30pm-8:30pm, Tualatin Hills Nature Center, Beaverton
¡Únete a una tarde divertida en el parque natural y descubre lo que se necesita para ser un superhéroe de la naturaleza! Disfruta de actividades para toda la familia mientras exploras y aprendes sobre el entorno natural. - Welcoming Resource Fair ✅
5pm-8pm, Cathy Stanton Conference Room Beaverton City Library, Beaverton
Come together with immigrants, refugees, and residents to access local resources. Submit an interest form to reserve your spot with the Virginia Garcia Mobile Health Clinic. Check the website for the Welcoming Week list of events. - Ladies Night
5pm-8pm, Oak Knoll Winery, Hillsboro
Enjoy Ladies Night with local vendors, live music by Storm Dog, and food from Cousins Maine Lobster. Outside food is welcome, but no outside drinks (including water). - Ohana Teen Night
6pm-9pm, Hidden Creek Community Center, Hillsboro
Teens (7th–12th grade) are invited to join the Hidden Creek family every Friday from 6–9 pm for a night of fun! Enjoy a rotating lineup of activities like basketball, volleyball, dodgeball, pickleball, ping pong, board games, arts & crafts, guest speakers, and more. - Doubt: A Parable
7:30pm and various times through Sept 21, HART Theater, Hillsboro
Doubt is a gripping drama where Sister Aloysius, a strict Bronx school principal, sets out to uncover the truth after suspecting Father Flynn of inappropriate behavior with a student. - The Rocky Horror Show
7:30pm on the 12th and 13th, 2:30pm on the 14th, Theatre in the Grove, Forest Grove
The cult classic returns! Join Brad, Janet, and the outrageous Dr. Frank-N-Furter for a wild, interactive Rocky Horror experience featuring iconic songs like “The Time Warp.” Audience kits available with ticket purchase (no outside props allowed). Not recommended for kids.
Saturday, September 13
- Beaverton Half Marathon and 10k and 5k
8am, starts at Portland Running Company, Beaverton
Celebrate Beaverton by racing to the finish line. - Fiestas Patrias: “México y Centro América” ✅
9am-7pm Saturday and 1pm-3pm Sunday, 346 SW Walnut St, Hillsboro
Celebrate the Independence of México and Central America with a weekend of culture, live music, sports, and family fun! - With Love Car Show ✅
10am-1pm, 14555 SW 74th Ave, Tigard
Join us for With Love’s 2nd Annual Car Show, a celebration of classic cars and community that supports local foster families. Proceeds help provide essential items for children ages 0-6, ensuring resource families can focus on what matters most: loving and caring for kids. - Community Market ✅
10am-4pm, Blooming Junction, Cornelius
Celebrate the fall harvest with live music, local vendors, and staff insights on fall planting at this free community event. - Tualatin Estate Art & Craft Show
11am-4pm, Tualatin Estate Tasting Room, Forest Grove
Celebrate harvest at Tualatin Estate with classic Oregon wines, local art, and live lawn music by The Tide from 1–4 pm. - Puzzle Competition Fundraiser
1:30pm-7:30pm, Valley Community Presbyterian Church, Portland
Join us for the Girl Scout Jigsaw Puzzle Competition Fundraiser and help support their trip to California! Choose from two competitions (teams of 2 or teams of 4) and race to complete a puzzle for prizes and bragging rights. All proceeds benefit the Girl Scouts’ California adventure, so register today for some puzzling fun! - Throttle Fest featuring Live Music by Stunt Drummer ✅
2pm-9pm, Waltz Brewing, Forest Grove
Join this all-ages street party with a car show, food trucks, new beer release at 4 pm, a motorcycle ride-in at 6 pm, and live music with Stunt Drummer at 7 pm. A street will be closed to traffic so we can enjoy the party! - Movies in the Park: Moana 2 ✅
6pm-10pm, Universal Plaza, Tigard
Enjoy a magical night under the stars with a special outdoor showing of Moana 2! Come early for splash pad fun, games, vendor booths, and prizes. Activities begin at 6 PM, and the movie starts at dusk (just before 8 PM). Don’t forget blankets, lawn chairs, and flashlights. Plus, meet Live Action Moana for an unforgettable evening! - Tualatin Emergency Preparedness Fair ✅
11am-2pm, Tualatin Library, Tualatin
Learn practical ways to keep your family safe in an emergency with Tualatin CERT and local agencies. Enjoy hands-on activities, exhibits, and demonstrations designed to prepare you for the unexpected. Informative for all ages! - Last Chance Summer Dance Party ✅
6pm-10pm, Tigardville Station, Tigard
Dance the night away under the twinkling lights at Tigardville’s Last Chance Summer Dance Party with The NyteByrds! Enjoy hits from the 60s to today. - September English Country Dance Party!
6:30pm-10:30pm, Kinton Grange, Beaverton
You’re invited to an English Country Dance party! Enjoy an evening of lively, beautiful dances, both old and new. No partner or experience needed! - End of Summer Movie Event ✅
7pm, 6700 SW 105th Ave, Beaverton
Join us for an inclusive outdoor movie night for folks with intellectual and developmental disabilities presented by Access Community Care and PIEmpowered! Enjoy popcorn, concessions for sale, and a big-screen experience under the stars. Bring a cozy blanket or chair, meet new friends, and take advantage of free accessible parking. Don’t forget to register and vote for the movie! - Jazz at the Pub ✅
7pm-9pm, Three Mugs Public House, Beaverton
Enjoy an evening of swing jazz with Boy and Bean at the pub, complete with craft cocktails, cold pints, and delicious bites. Let the music set the mood for a perfect night out! - Portland Opera Presents Karen Slack: African Queens
7:30pm and 2pm on the 14th, The Reser, Beaverton
2025 Grammy winner and Portland Opera Artistic Ambassador Karen Slack presents a powerful vocal recital celebrating historic African Queens. The program features new works by acclaimed composers, alongside selections from the traditional repertoire. - Lane to the Glen with Oisín Mac Diarmada, Daithí Gormley and Samantha Harvey: Live Music
7:30pm, 8340 Southwest Seneca Street, Tualatin
Enjoy this must see concert featuring new music.
Sunday, September 14
- Gathering Market ✅
10am-2pm, Winona Grange, Tualatin
Support local businesses while you shop for one of a kind treasures, enjoy delicious food, and enjoy activities for the kids. - Downtown Tigard Street Fair ✅
10am-3pm, Main Street, Tigard
Join us for Downtown Tigard’s biggest event! Enjoy over 100 local vendors, a family fun zone with baby goats, face painting, and axe throwing, plus great food, drinks, and live entertainment all day. - Story Walk Grand Opening and Honey Tasting ✅
11am, 2423 26th Ave, Forest Grove
Join Forest Grove Parks & Recreation and the Forest Grove Public Library for the Stites Park StoryWalk grand opening, featuring Flight of the Honey Bee, a honey tasting, free button-making, and community-decorated pollinator houses along the trail. - Rackets for Rosebud
11am-1:30pm, Babette Horenstein Tennis Center, Beaverton
Join us for a fundraiser supporting New Narrative’s new Rosebud program for foster youth ages 16–18! This 9-bed supportive living program helps youth transition toward independence and mental wellness when current foster care services aren’t enough. Enjoy tennis games, coaching, and a catered lunch while hearing from New Narrative leadership about this critical initiative. - Forest Grove’s Harvest Festival ✅
11am-4pm, Zesti Carts, Forest Grove
Kick off fall at Zesti’s Harvest Festival Market with handmade goods, cozy drinks, live music, and autumn vibes. Enjoy indoor and outdoor booths, a hay bale maze, seasonal treats, crafts, candles, and more. Family and pet-friendly! - Golden Girls Trivia ✅
11:30am-1:30pm, Langer’s Tack Room, Sherwood
Test your knowledge of Golden Girls while you compete for $150 in prives, enjoy $2 mimosas, and a breakfast buffet. - Summer Paint and Sip at Jenkins Estate
12pm-2pm, Jenkins Estate, Beaverton
Join us for a summer paint and sip party at the scenic Jenkins Estate! Enjoy step-by-step instruction from a talented artist as you create your own masterpiece. No experience needed. All supplies are included in your ticket, and you’ll take home your finished canvas. Make a day of it by exploring the historic gardens and trails after the event!
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