Hello, Washington County! 🎉
Happy Mother’s Day to everyone who celebrates! This week, you’ll find a lot of events to share with the mother figures in your life, or whoever you plan to enjoy this beautiful weekend with. There are theater productions, concerts, and even a book event with the co-founder of Salt & Straw (uh, yes, please!).
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Always check the event source before heading out, as details can change last minute. Some events are free, while others require tickets, so be sure to confirm on the event page.
Thursday, May 8
- Sherwood Wine Walk
4pm-8pm, Check in at Cooper Mountain Ale Works, Sherwood
Stroll through Old Town Sherwood for wine tastings from 12 Willamette Valley wineries and 1 distillery. Ticket includes wine glass and tastings while you visit local businesses. Perfect pre-Mother’s Day evening treat for shopping and sipping. - Mother’s Day Pua Makeke
6:30pm-8:30pm and May 9th from 11am-1pm, 9725 SW Beaverton-Hillsalde Highway, Suite 115, Beaverton
Join Ka Lei Haliʻa O Ka Lokelani for Pua Makeke, a flower-arranging event to honor mothers in your ʻohana. Enjoy a creative, community-centered gathering filled with aloha as you craft meaningful floral gifts. All are welcome to participate. - Jaysea Lynn Author Event
7pm, Powell’s Books, Beaverton
Jaysea Lynn’s For Whom the Belle Tolls is a spicy romantasy debut set in a vibrant Afterlife where demons, deities, and the fae collide. When Lily dies and lands in Hell, she turns her customer service skills into a job helping sort souls, until a smoldering demon general named Bel sparks something deeper. As their bond grows, a looming threat could destroy everything unless they fight like Hell to stop it. - HOLUS BOLUS Live Music
7pm-9pm, Nebulos Taproom, Beaverton
HOLUS BOLUS is the one-man band project of Tom Boylan, who layers acoustic guitar, drums, and effects pedals live to create a psychedelic groove-rock sound. Described as a “One-Man-Psychedelic-Acoustiloop” artist, he builds each song piece by piece into a full, immersive performance that’s both modern and rooted in classic looping artistry. - Boeing Boeing: A Nonstop Comedy Farce
7:30pm, and various times through May 25th, 18850 SW Alexander St, Aloha
Time-travel to a 1960 Paris apartment for a turbulent immersive experience with three flight attendant fiancées and one bachelor.
Friday, May 9
- Spring Wipeout
6pm-8:30pm, Conestoga Recreation and Aquatic Center, Beaverton
Giant inflatable wipeout obstacle course in the pool. Regular drop-in rates apply with normal open swim rules. Must pass swim test before participating. Children under 7 need adult in water; under 10 need adult in building. - Eileen Garvin in Conversation with Gabriel Urza
7pm, Powell’s Books, Beaverton
Author Eileen Garvin presents Crow Talk, a tender new novel set in the Pacific Northwest about healing, friendship, and the power of nature. When a reclusive ornithologist, a grieving Irish musician, and her selectively mute son cross paths in a remote lakeside community, an injured baby crow helps bring them together. Garvin will appear in conversation with Gabriel Urza, author of The White Death. - Spongebob the Musical
7pm and various times through May 25, HART Theatre, Hillsboro
SpongeBob and the residents of Bikini Bottom face the possible destruction of their entire world in this high-stakes, chaotic adventure. Just when things seem hopeless, an unlikely hero steps up to save the day in a story full of surprises, courage, and heart. - Unit Souzou presents Constant State of Otherness
7:30pm, Walters Cultural Arts Center, Hillsboro
This performance explores othering and alienation through taiko, Japanese folk dance, song, and personal narratives. Six performers guide audiences through a four-part journey of isolation and displacement, resisting simplistic cultural translations while using drums, voice, and movement to connect with our universal longing to belong.
Saturday, May 10
- Hagg Lake Road Runs – 5K, 10K, 10.5 Mile, & Kids’ Run
7:30am, Bobcat Cove, Hagg Lake, Gaston
Hagg Lake Park recreational event featuring four races: 5K, 10K, 10.5 Mile runs/walks, and Kids’ Run. Enjoy gentle hills and natural beauty. 5K, 10K, and 10.5 mile run start at 8:30am, 10.5 mile walk at 7:30am, and Kids’ Run at 9:45am. - Hillsboro Police Shred Event
8am-1pm (or until trucks are full), across from 3083 NE 49th Place, Hillsboro
Bring your sensitive documents to be securely shredded at this free event. There’s a three-box/bag limit, and paper items (staples and paper clips okay) will be accepted. Please avoid plastic, binders, disks, or non-paper items. Monetary donations benefit the Hillsboro Police Cadet Program. - Beaverton Neighborhood Household Waste Collection Event
9am-2pm, Beaverton Christian Church, Beaverton
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: - Mother’s Day Tea
9:30am-11am, Tigard Senior Center, Tigard
Join our heartwarming Mother’s Day Tea featuring refreshments, treats, special activities, and quality family time. Registration required. - Inclusive Art Event: “Art Without Limits”
10am-1pm, Garden Home Recreation Center, Portland
Join a free, inclusive all-ages art event at Garden Home featuring hands-on activities, community resources, and recreational fun in a welcoming atmosphere. - Fanno Creek Trail Walk & Roll Celebration
10am-1pm, Woodard Park to the Tigard Public Library, Tigard
Join Mayor Heidi Lueb for the Fanno Creek Trail Walk & Roll Celebration featuring a 1.7-mile journey from Woodard Park to Tigard Public Library, ribbon cutting for new trail segments, kids’ activities at the library backyard, and lunch options (bring your own picnic or purchase from Opportunity Café). - Mother’s Day Market
10am-2pm, Helvetia Farm Market, Hillsboro
Expect a fun outdoor event with local vendors, perfect for finding a gift for mom! Enjoy “mom”osas, tasty bites from food trucks, and beautiful flower bouquets from Sunrise Hill Flowers. A great way to celebrate and support local businesses! - Prospector’s Day
10am-3pm, Rice Museum of Rocks and Minerals, Hillsboro
Join a day of prospecting adventure in the Pacific Northwest with experts Tom Bohmker and Garret Romaine. Features hands-on gold panning, prospecting equipment sales, opportunities to meet local prospecting clubs, and food available from SlackTide Fish Food Truck. - Mercy Watson to the Rescue
11am and 1pm May 10, and 11, Beaverton Civic Theatre 12375 SW 5th Street, Beaverton
Based on the books by Kate DeCamillo. Mr. and Mrs. Watson believe their new home at 54 Deckawoo Drive is perfect for their family, including their beloved pig, Mercy. However, neighbor Eugenia Lincoln stirs up trouble when she learns about Mercy, resulting in comic chaos and unintended heroism. The story features plenty of humor, including a love for hot buttered toast. - Mother’s Day at M&M Marketplace
2pm-5pm, 346 SW Walnut St, Hillsboro
Celebrate Mother’s Day at M&M Marketplace with free flowers for the first 100 moms, raffle prizes, live mariachi and local music, and a festive, family-friendly atmosphere. Admission is free. Come enjoy a joyful afternoon of culture, love, and appreciation! - Tyler Malek / Salt & Straw Ice Cream Social
3pm, Powell’s Books, Beaverton
Join Salt & Straw co-founder Tyler Malek for an ice cream-making demo and book signing featuring a special flavor from his new cookbook America’s Most Iconic Ice Creams. The event explores classic flavors like vanilla, chocolate, and strawberry, with over 75 recipes and creative twists from the beloved ice cream innovator. - The Archives Live Music
5pm-8pm, Cornelius Pass Roadhouse, Hillsboro
Celebrate 159 years of Cornelius Pass Roadhouse with The Archives at a lively spring gathering under the open sky. Bring family and friends to enjoy music, history, and community spirit at this beloved Hillsboro landmark. - The Kings of Mongrel Folk
7:30pm, Southminster Presbyterian Church, Beaverton
Mark Graham and Orville Johnson, two acclaimed roots musicians, perform together as the Kings of Mongrel Folk. Graham brings virtuoso harmonica, clarinet playing, and satirical songwriting, while Johnson adds masterful guitar, dobro, and honeyed vocals. These seasoned performers have played prestigious venues across North America and Europe, combining wry humor, blues, and country to create magical performances that audiences love. - The Tannahill Weavers – Finale 2nd Saturday Community Concert series
7:30pm-9:30pm, Winona Grange, Tualatin
The Tannahill Weavers from Scotland perform music that blends Highland Celtic mysticism with Lowland folk traditions. Following in the footsteps of Robert Burns and Robert Tannahill, they transform traditional Scottish music with modern arrangements that keep the heritage vibrant and relevant. An unmissable show featuring this distinctive musical tradition.
Sunday, May 11
- Mother’s Day Bubbles & Bites
11am, Cooper Mountain Vineyards, Beaverton
Chef Steven Hazell hosts a special Mother’s Day event featuring a cooking demonstration with wine pairings and champagne. Each ticket includes chef’s demo, delicious bites, and wine. - A Rockhound’s Guide to Oregon and Washington
11am-2pm, Rice Museum of Rocks and Minerals, Hillsboro
“A Rockhound’s Guide to Oregon & Washington” by Alison Jean Cole features 60 rockhounding sites across the Pacific Northwest. The book includes geological history, collectible specimens, tools needed, land information, GPS coordinates, and safety tips for each location. Meet Alison for book signing and demonstrations suitable for both novice and experienced rockhounding enthusiasts. - Mother’s Day Brunch at the Ballpark – Hillsboro Hops vs. Eugene Emeralds
1pm, Hillsboro Stadium, Hillsboro
Join us for Mother’s Day Brunch with the Hops baseball team featuring honey-cured ham, quiche, French toast, and fresh fruit while enjoying quality baseball entertainment. - Cookie Bake-Off
1pm-3pm, Hops on Tap, Tigard
Enter your best cookies for a chance to win prizes and be crowned the Bake-Off Champion. Eaters are welcome to join as judges. Please drop off your cookies by 12:30 PM for blind judging. Small portions are encouraged, and the event promises to be a fun, flavorful time! Email your entry to [email protected]. - Mother’s Day Magic at the Farm with the Audrey Aiken Duo
1pm-4pm, Carpenter Creek Farm and Winery, Forest Grove
Treat Mom to a relaxing afternoon with wine, live mellow music, complimentary mimosas, and made-to-order crepes at the Big Red Barn. Enjoy delicious specials from Ruben’s Crepes like Banana Nutella, Chicken Pesto, and more. Please make a reservation!
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Great info. I would love it if you could include some symbol on the title which indicates which events are free.
This is a great idea! I’ll look at adding that in the future!