Old Town PDX

Last week our friends over at Orox Leather Co. invited us to come try their belt making class!
It was an amazing time learning about the family business and the tools of their trade.
Two hours later and I was walking out the door with the belt I made by hand from start to finish.
We’re beyond grateful that we’ve got the brothers here bringing quality work and family values to our little slice of Portland.
- Carlos Andres CortesⓂ️ ™️

If you’re looking for a fun way to spend your time AND leave with something you could use for decades to come, stop by and visit our friends or register online.

Make a belt with/for a Father in your life this weekend!

Belt making classes are every 2nd Saturday of the month.

They’ve got a 9:30 AM class or a 3:00 PM class for you to choose from.

Tell em we sent you!

Old Town Dance is a summer of love program to bring q***r joy to the streets of Old Town each and every Saturday morning, June 27 - August 29, 11 am to 12 pm.

A free weekly street dance ritual, for all ages and all genders, is a collaboration of Portland’s hottest dance community hosted by Darcelle XV Showplace showgirls, instructor extraordinaire Daniel Giron with stars of the The Paris Theatre • Can Can Portland & Kit Kat ShowClub PDX

Stay and play together for the Afterglow, a weekly curated experience with the community, kicking off June 27 - grab a beverage with the community Deadstock Coffee 12-1pm.

Huge thanks to Travel Oregon and PBOT for the support!

If you love exploring the city before diving into First Thursday, we’ve put together a little guide to help you make the most of your Thursday evening!
Start in Old Town on June 4th, where you’ll find incredible artworks around every corner, including some amazing new murals that have just been added to the walls(shout out !!)
Ever seen a 2 billion dollar boat? Check out the waterfront. Its fleet week.
Once you’ve soaked it all in, head west and stop by the neighboring galleries in the Pearl District before finishing the night at the market on 13th.
See you there!

keep any eye out for our stories we will be reposting lots of good info !

Lots to do in Old Town this week!

Here’s some options for you:
(Make sure to follow IGs to stay up to date!)

BURNSIDE BRIDGE CENTENNIAL PARTY
Sat May 30 | 12–5 PM (free!)
The bridge turns 100. Walk it car-free, catch living museum tours at 12:30 & 1:30, and soak in
all the history.

STUMPTOWN BLOCK PARTY
Sat May 30 | 10 AM–2 PM
Build your own bouquet with , vibe to live music from (11–1),

THE BASED SHOW @ Contrast Gallery
Open till Thru June 27, | 433 NW 4th Ave
Paintings, photography, sculpture, ceramics, digital works & more in this killer inaugural group
show.
Thursdays - Fridays: 1PM - 7PM
Saturdays. 11AM - 3PM

RUMBLE AT THE ROSELAND #133
Sat May 30 | Doors 6 PM / Show 7 PM
Pro wrestling is back! Tickets available now.

PORTLAND ROSE FESTIVAL CITY FAIR
May 27–June 7 | Citywide
Walk down the waterfront to rides, entertainment, and all the vibes to kick off the season.

Lots to do in Old Town this week!

Here’s some options for you:
(make sure to follow IGs to stay up to date!)

BURNSIDE BRIDGE CENTENNIAL PARTY
Sat May 30 | 12–5 PM (free!)
The bridge turns 100, walk it car-free, catch living museum tours at 12:30 & 1:30, and soak in all
the history.

STUMPTOWN BLOCK PARTY
Sat May 30 | 10 AM–2 PM
Build your own bouquet with , vibe to live music from (11–1)

THE BASED SHOW
Open till Thru June 27, | 433 NW 4th Ave
Paintings, photography, sculpture, ceramics, digital works & more in this killer inaugural group
show.

Thursdays - Fridays: 1PM - 7PM Saturdays. 11AM - 3PM

RUMBLE AT THE ROSELAND #133
Sat May 30 | Doors 6 PM / Show 7 PM
Pro wrestling is back! Tickets available now.

PORTLAND ROSE FESTIVAL CITY FAIR
May 27–June 7 | Citywide
Walk down the waterfront to rides, entertainment, and all the vibes to kick off the season.

DEADSTOCK OFFICIAL OPENING PARTY/LATTE THROWDOWN
Thu May 28 | 6–10 PM | The Hoxton Hotel
They’ve been open inside the Hoxton for a minute BUT now it’s official.
Come celebrate with DJ sets from & , food by , drinks
by , and flower arrangements by .

PAMANA x KAU KAU COLLAB DINNER
Sun May 31 | 5–9 PM (or sellout!)
15 NW 4th Ave
Filipino flavors meet cozy hotel lobby vibes. Tocino-Shrimp Dumplings, Cold Noods Palabok,
Kalua Pig Sisig, Halo Halo & more — a la carte, no reservations, pass the plates.

No excuse to stay inside!
SEE YOU THERE!

🌸 Bloom Tour has begun!🌸

Portland is in full bloom — and we mean that literally. The 4th annual Bloom Tour PDX is here, running now through June 8, transforming downtown Portland into a walkable gallery of stunning floral art installations created by local florists in partnership with small businesses. 48 stops, endless beauty, and so much local love to discover. 🌺

If you’re in Old Town, make sure to stop by these participating spots:

Lan Su Chinese Garden (239 NW Everett St)
florals by :Chelle Floral Design

Dan & Louis Oyster Bar (208 SW Ankeny St)
florals by :Geranium Lake Flowers

Mother’s Bistro & Bar (121 SW 3rd Ave)
florals by :Wild Bluebell

Bridgetown Barber Society (26 NW 5th Ave)
florals by :Surprise Florist

Explore, vote for your favorite installation, and support the small businesses making Portland beautiful. 🗳️ One email = one vote — winner announced June 8!

👉 Full map & details at BloomTourPDX.com

Tomorrow evening, April 7, 6-7:30 pm Councillor Eric Zimmerman of District 4 will lead a roundtable discussion with Old Town residents to discuss the neighborhood's challenges, issues, and wins.

Join us at City Team, 209 NW 4th.