Portland weekend events: Multnomah Days, Adult Soapbox Derby, Bookstore Romance Day
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Don’t let the potential for a couple of rainy days ahead cancel your plans.
There are still plenty of ways to spend this weekend in Portland.
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Come Together: A Burlesque Tribute to The Beatles
When: Friday, Aug. 16 at 8 p.m.
Where: Alberta Rose Theatre, 3000 NE Alberta St, Portland, OR 97211
Legendary band The Beatles will serve as the soundtrack for this burlesque show featuring local performers. “…It will most definitely be a night to twist, shout, and tassel twirl to The Beatles like you’ve never experienced before!” organizers said.
Xtreme Xperience
When: Friday, Aug. 16 through Sunday, Aug. 18
Where: Portland International Raceway, 1940 N Victory Blvd, Portland, OR 97217
Xtreme Xperience is offering $79 ride-alongs or “supercar xperiences” starting at $249 for those who want to ride in exotic cars like Ferraris, Lamborghinis and Porsches. Professional instructors will teach participants how to drive along the raceway.
Multnomah Days
When: Saturday, Aug. 17 from 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Where: Multnomah Village neighborhood, Portland, OR 97280
The Multnomah Village Business Association will host this family-friendly festival with more than 120 vendors, a parade, food and beverage carts and more.
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Portland Adult Soapbox Derby
When: Saturday, Aug. 17 from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.
Where: Mt. Tabor Park, SE 60th Ave &, SE Salmon St, Portland, OR 97215
On the third Saturday of August each year, the Portland Soapbox Derby brings multiple teams to Mt. Tabor Park to race their creative cars. The event is commemorating its 25th anniversary.
“Pulp Fiction” with The Gents of Chaos
When: Saturday, Aug. 17 at 7 p.m.
Where: Tomorrow Theater, 3530 SE Division St, Portland, OR 97202
To commemorate the 30th anniversary of Quentin Tarantino’s “Pulp Fiction,” the Tomorrow Theater is hosting a screening of the film coupled with a performance from The Gents of Chaos. Attendees will leave with a free month subscription to streaming service MUBI.
Bookstore Romance Day
When: Saturday, Aug. 17 and Sunday, Aug. 18
Where: Multiple Powell’s Books locations
Powell’s is joining in on Bookstore Romance Day with free and ticketed events across each of its brick-and-mortar locations. The Hawthorne location will offer a “blind date with a book” throughout the weekend, while the Cedar Hills store will host a book lover’s brunch on Sunday.
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Ole Bolle’s First Birthday Celebration??
When: Sunday, Aug. 18 at 2 p.m.
Where: Nordic Northwest, 8800 SW Oleson Rd, Portland, OR 97223
Ole Bolle, the troll sculpture that Danish artist Thomas Dambo brought to the Rose City last summer, is celebrating its first birthday. The festivities will include singing from the Portland Nordic Chorus, a toast to Ole Bolle and a birthday cake unveiling.
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