Community events produced by business associations and small businesses connect neighbors, foster cohesion and encourage mindful support of our local economy. Did you know that Venture Portland has supported and funded the associations that produce many of these community events since 1986? We are passionate about a great party, especially an event that keeps our hard-earned dollars in the hands of our neighbors, working for us in the city we call home. Here are some not-to-miss events happening in the next few weeks:
- Beaumont: From 4-6pm on Halloween, Fremont St will be bustling with Trick-or-Treaters! This year, participating businesses will be giving out full size and fun size candy. A few lucky trick-or-treaters will also receive a gift card to a participating business of their choice!
- Foster: The Foster district has several events coming up at local businesses. 5&Dime Bar is hosting an all-ages pumpkin carving contest on 10/23. The good folks from Meet Your Maker Market will be set up on 10/26 with 30 vendors (between SE 65th-68th Ave). Hammer + Jacks will also bring out the cameras for a Spooky & Sweet costumed photo session with Banana-Nana Photography on Halloween (10/31) while 20 local businesses will be giving out candy to trick-or-treaters.
- Hillsdale: Are you looking for a family-friendly way to celebrate Halloween? Hillsdale Farmers’ Market has got you covered! Sunday, October 27th is the Halloween farmer’s market, featuring a costume contest, a free kid’s activity, a fall on the farm-themed photo shoot area, hidden treasure, and a limited supply of free pumpkins. Get more info here!
- Lents: The merchants at SE 92nd Avenue and Foster Road are celebrating Halloween on Oct 31st with a fun, FREE, Family-Friendly Trick or Treat and Halloween Party event hosted at The Zed. Join them for a spooktacular event!
- Mississippi Ave: Trick-or-Treat on Mississippi Ave on Halloween from 3:30-6pm! Mark your calendar for Nov 8th to taste some incredible beverages and explore the unique stores and restaurants at the Mississippi Wine Walk.
- Montavilla: Bring the whole family out for Trick-orTreat Montavilla on Sunday, October 27th. If a business has the wicked witch posted near their entrance they are participating.
- Multnomah Village: All goblins and monsters are encouraged to visit Multnomah Village on Halloween Day to enjoy a range of Halloween treats, decorations, and scary delights. The Trick-Or-Treat Costume Parade is from 3:30PM to 5:50PM. Get more details here.
- St. Johns: Get your costumes ready, goblins and ghouls! On Saturday, October 26th the St. Johns Business District will be handing out treats from 11 AM to 1 PM and we’d love for you to join. New this year is a Pet Parade at 10:15 AM! Get more info here.
- Williams District: Wicked Williams is a PDX favorite event this time of year. During the day on Halloween is trick-or-treating for the kids. Come night-fall, a costume bar crawl is in order for the adults!
This list is non-exhaustive. Are you attending an event in Portland these next couple weeks? Show us on Instagram and Facebook. Venture Portland members can submit small business suggestions for future Wednesday emails here.