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MULTI-DAY EVENTS
FRIDAY, SEPT 5 thru SUNDAY, SEPT 14
Win Prizes while exploring some cool geeky locations. This 10 day stamp collecting challenge features exciting locales in both the island of Obojima and Portland. Each stop represent a different place in Obojima, and has a unique stamp waiting to be added to your stamp card.
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Free
FRIDAY, SEPT 5 thru SUNDAY, SEPT 15 & SEPT 22
at TPK Brewing Co, 5051 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland
TPK Brewing Co. is back with another ten day round of Dungeons & Dragons, covering the upcoming anthology Dragon Delves in its entirety. Players will go on a tenday long dragon exploration, earning coins along the way that can be spent at the night market that will be wrapping up the event.
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$35 per session
FRIDAY, SEPT 5 thru SUNDAY, SEPT 14
at Sonny's House of Tattoos and Treasures, 2504 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Check out these special flash designs from the magical world of @obojima ! We're so excited to spend time in this homebrewed ttrpg setting full of wondrous potions and curious creatures. Pick a friend to join you - the first 6 claimed designs get $150 off their tattoo!
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Check in with @starfruit_ink for pricing+booking info!
FRIDAY, SEPT 5 thru SUNDAY, SEPT 14
at Wolf & Shadow Tattoo Collective, 2236 NE Broadway, Portland
Take advantage of the lower prices. Discounts offered on flash designs, priced from $60-120.
FRIDAY, SEPT 5 thru SUNDAY, SEPT 7
at Gahwa Games, 12745 SW Walker Rd, Beaverton
E Gaming tournament with different games each day. Sign up now. Play as solo, duos, trios or full squads.
Wine Tasting - Mistborn by Brandon Sanderson
FRIDAY, SEPT 5 thru SUNDAY, SEPT 7
at Pairings Portland, 455 NE 24th Ave, Portland
Multiple time slots available
2 book pairings in 1 week to get September started! 9 wines paired to characters & creations from Brandon Sanderson’s Mistborn Series (with a focus on Book 1).
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$30
Divine Rivals Wine Tasting Mini-Flight
FRIDAY, SEPT 5 thru SUNDAY, SEPT 7
at Pairings Portland, 455 NE 24th Ave, Portland
Multiple time slots available
Join us during the Mistborn Flight for a 4 wine mini-flight paired to characters from Divine Rivals by Rebecca Ross. We'd say more but we haven't read it yet!
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$30
FRIDAY, SEPT 5 thru SUNDAY, SEPT 14, except TUESDAY, SEPT 9
Start times vary by day
Walking pub tour of Portland's quirkiest neighborhood. Immerse yourself in the fascinating history of the city, including stories of UFO sightings, Bigfoot sightings, exploding whales, wacky bike rides, strange locals, hijackings, hipsters, artists, and more.
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$30
A Night with Ghosts: Haunted Adventures in NW Portland
FRIDAY, SEPT 5 thru SUNDAY, SEPT 7
WEDNESDAY, SEPT 10 & THURSDAY, SEPT 11
Tours start at 8:00pm
Explore Portland’s haunted past on this spine-chilling strolling tour through Slabtown and Nob Hill. Led by Dr. Tanya March—historian, urban folklorist, and local expert—this tour uncovers ghost stories grounded in primary source history, drawn from old medical records, newspaper archives, spiritualist writings, and oral traditions.
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$30
FRIDAY, SEPT 5 thru FRIDAY, SEPT 12, except MONDAY, SEPT 8
Start at 9:00am
Explore Portland’s haunted past on this spine-chilling strolling tour through Slabtown and Nob Hill. Led by Dr. Tanya March—historian, urban folklorist, and local expert—this tour uncovers ghost stories grounded in primary source history, drawn from old medical records, newspaper archives, spiritualist writings, and oral traditions.
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$30 adult, $10 children
The Empire Strips Back: A burleque parody
FRIDAY, SEPT 5 thru SUNDAY, SEPT 7; WEDNESDAY, SEPT 10 thru SUNDAY, SEPT 14
Start times vary by day
Explore Portland’s haunted past on this spine-chilling strolling tour through Slabtown and Nob Hill. Led by Dr. Tanya March—historian, urban folklorist, and local expert—this tour uncovers ghost stories grounded in primary source history, drawn from old medical records, newspaper archives, spiritualist writings, and oral traditions.
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$39 - $54
MONDAY, SEPT 8 thru SATURDAY, SEPT 13
at Battle Grounds Gaming Cafe, 3738 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Teams create an original board game during the week. On Saturday, players score and rank the games. Prizes awarded for highest score, most creative & more.
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$25 per creator team, free to test
THURSDAY, SEPT 11 thru SUNDAY, SEPT 14
at Sonny's House of Tattoos and Treasures, 2504 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Teams create an original board game during the week. On Saturday, players score and rank the games. Prizes awarded for highest score, most creative & more.
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$25 per creator team, free to test
Favorite Teachers of TV & Film Wine Tasting (Fundraiser)
MONDAY, SEPT 8 thru MONDAY, SEPT 22
Multiple time slots available
at Pairings Portland, 455 NE 24th Ave, Portland
Welcome to Pairings Portland University!! Pick your curriculum & get your teachers for this flight by checking them off on the checklist provided. 9 wines completes the curriculum & gets you a discount on the flight & entered in a drawing. BTW it’s a 2 week flight so come TWICE, take a different curriculum & earn extra credit including GOLD STAR STICKERS.
This 2 week event includes 10% of bottle sales to Donors Choose!!
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$30
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5TH
FRIDAY, SEPT 5, 11:00am - 8:00pm
Learn to play Dungeons & Dragons. Join the adventure and learn to play one of the most creative game ever created.
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Free
FRIDAY, SEPT 5, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
An all ages dance and DJ event. Bring your favorite stuffed toy and decorate them. Or be a part of the Suffy swap. Kids activities and other small vendors too. Make a night of it and grab a bite at the food trucks too.
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$5 - $12
The Tale of the Princess Kaguya
SATURDAY, SEPT 6, 6:45pm (Sub)
at The Academy Theater, 7818 SE Stark St, Portland
Found inside a shining stalk of bamboo by an old bamboo cutter and his wife, a tiny girl grows rapidly into an exquisite young lady. The mysterious young princess enthralls all who encounter her – but ultimately, she must confront her fate, the punishment for her crime. From Studio Ghibli.
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$9.50
FRIDAY, SEPT 5, 7:00pm
at Next Level Pinball Museum, 11458 NE 25th Ave, Hillsboro
We will play in four player groups with 2 games per round. Open to all ages and skill levels.
FRIDAY, SEPT 5
at Kiggins Theater, 1011 Main St, Vancouver, WA
Join us starting September 5th for the 40th Anniversary celebration of the John Hughes' classic THE BREAKFAST CLUB!
FRIDAY, SEPT 5, 7:00pm
at Funhouse Lounge, 2432 SE 11th Ave, Portland
An improvised musical! Set sail for unscripted adventure! “Puppets of the Caribbean” is a swashbuckling improvised musical comedy where pirates, parrots, and puppet chaos collide. Each night brings a brand-new high-seas tale made up on the spot—with help from wild puppets, audience suggestions, and completely improvised songs. Buried treasure? Haunted ships? Mutinous marauders? Anything can happen when these felt-covered buccaneers break into song!
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$18 - 90
FRIDAY, SEPT 5, 8:00pm
at Clinton Street Theater, 2522 SE Clinton St, Portland
Internationally-acclaimed throat singer, musician, and ritual artist SORIAH comes to the theater for a very special live performance! Generating experimental soundscapes where ancient traditions of Khöömei (Tuvan Throat Singing) are revealed through the lens of modern experience. Opening the evening is the psychedelic darkwave instrumental band, Solara Obscura and a set by XRAY FM’s DJ Wednesday.
Doors open at 7:30 PM; performance at 8:00 PM. All ages welcome.
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$25
FRIDAY, SEPT 5, 8:00pm
at Coffin Club, 421 SE Grand Ave, Portland
darkwave, punk, alternative, darkwave, death rock, deathrock, goth, goth rock, gothic rock, post-punk, punk
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$12
FRIDAY, SEPT 5
7:00pm
Join us for our spine tingling Haunted Pub Tour, and hear first-hand accounts of recent paranormal encounters. Visit two of Portland's most haunted pubs and hear stories about the resident ghosts. In addition to (alleged) ghosts, your local expert guide will regale you with stories from Portland’s wicked past when Old Town was home to drug trades, gambling, prostitution, and rampant kidnapping "shanghaiers".
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$35
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6TH
SATUDAY, SEPT 6, 8:45am - 12:30pm
at Portland Spirit, 110 SE Caruthers St, Portland
On this Columbia River boat tour, you'll explore the history and lore of Bigfoot while traveling 80 miles roundtrip on a high-speed jetboat from Portland to Multnomah Falls. See the landmarks along the Willamette and Columbia Rivers that make the Northwest famous, while listening to exclusive narration by Cliff Barackman (star of Animal Planet‘s “Finding Bigfoot”) and a live tour guide. You’ll enjoy curated information about the legend of Bigfoot and sightings in the Columbia River Gorge on this exhilarating, informative journey.
SATURDAY, SEPT 6, 8:00am - 12:00pm
at Gabriel Park, SW 45th Ave & Vermont Street, Portland
This 5K adventure invites you to walk or run through the magical trails of Gabriel Park. Along the way, you’ll encounter a thrilling Villain Zone for an extra dash of fun and excitement!
SATURDAY, SEPT 6, 11:00am - 12:00pm
at Wonderwood Springs, 8811 N Lombard St, Portland
Join us every Saturday as Gerard Bardler (the bard of Wonderwood) reads stories and sings songs! Books generously donated by our neighbor’s Twin Rivers Books. Family friend, family fun, FREE!
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Free
FRIDAY, SEPT 6, 11:30am
Step into Portland’s working-class past on a journey through one of the city’s most storied neighborhoods. More than just a traditional history tour, the Historic Slabtown Tour is a dynamic exploration of cultural identity, resilience, and transformation—told through the lens of urban planning, citizen resistance, and personal connection.
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$30 adult, $10 children
SATURDAY, SEPT 6, 11:00am
at Cinema 21, 616 NW 21st Ave, Portland
40th Anniversary of the quirky movie. When eccentric man-child Pee-Wee Herman gets his beloved bike stolen in broad daylight, he sets out across the U.S. on the adventure of his life.
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$9
SATURDAY, SEPT 6, 1:00pm
at CCG House Games, 3925 NE 72nd Ave STE #108, Vancouver
Pauper Tournament W/ special prizing for Geek Week
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$8
Stardew Valley: Symphony of Seasons
SATURDAY, SEPT 6
3:00pm
8:00pm
at Arlene Schnitzer Concert hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave. (at Main St.), Portland,
Curated by ConcernedApe, Symphony of Seasons features a 35-piece orchestra performing the most memorable music from the game, and a screen above the stage playing gameplay footage plus original content created exclusively for this tour.
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$66+
The Tale of the Princess Kaguya
SATURDAY, SEPT 6, 4:00pm
at The Academy Theater, 7818 SE Stark St, Portland
Found inside a shining stalk of bamboo by an old bamboo cutter and his wife, a tiny girl grows rapidly into an exquisite young lady. The mysterious young princess enthralls all who encounter her – but ultimately, she must confront her fate, the punishment for her crime. From Studio Ghibli.
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$9.50
SATURDAY, SEPT 6, 6:30pm
at Hollywood Theater, 4122 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Follow the ascent of the small-town pop-punk band as they make it to the top of the charts and a record label run by the stylish Fiona. But when Josie discovers subliminal messages hidden in their music as part of Fiona's evil plan, the band must choose between artistic integrity or capitalist fame.
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$12
SATURDAY, SEPT 6, 7:00pm
at Funhouse Lounge, 2432 SE 11th Ave, Portland
An improvised musical! Set sail for unscripted adventure! “Puppets of the Caribbean” is a swashbuckling improvised musical comedy where pirates, parrots, and puppet chaos collide. Each night brings a brand-new high-seas tale made up on the spot—with help from wild puppets, audience suggestions, and completely improvised songs. Buried treasure? Haunted ships? Mutinous marauders? Anything can happen when these felt-covered buccaneers break into song!
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$18 - 90
SATURDAY, SEPT 6
7:00pm
Join us for our spine tingling Haunted Pub Tour, and hear first-hand accounts of recent paranormal encounters. Visit two of Portland's most haunted pubs and hear stories about the resident ghosts. In addition to (alleged) ghosts, your local expert guide will regale you with stories from Portland’s wicked past when Old Town was home to drug trades, gambling, prostitution, and rampant kidnapping "shanghaiers".
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$25
SATURDAY, SEPT 6, 7:00pm
at Funhouse Lounge, 2432 SE 11th Ave, Portland
Find out what happens when a dominatrix forces our improvisors do her bidding… Come see our Funhouse improvisors perform short-form improv sketches and vie for the affection of our own dominatrix, who punishes and/or rewards them.
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$18 - $115
Paradise Lost Book 6 Recitation
SATURDAY, SEPT 6, 7:30pm - 9:00pm
at Rose City Book Pub, 1329 NE Fremont St, Portland
Sophia Lechner recites from memory a book of Paradise Lost
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Free
SATURDAY, SEPT 6, 8:00pm
at Star Theater, 13 NW 6th Ave, Portland
Hear ye, hear ye! The hit off-Broadway comedy show sashays its way to Star Theater! Witness the high-fantasy, high-heeled, high-rolling hilarity as three drag queens play the legendary tabletop game of Dungeons and Dragons LIVE.
Dungeon Master comedian Paul Curry and improvisational musician Carson Cutter will lead our Queens through a brand new storytelling adventure, with danger, snark, and audience participation around every precarious corner. Experience the adventure, or fail your quest, at Dungeons and Drag Queens!
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$25
Geek Week PDX Presents-Creature Party w/ Monty Vega & The Sittin' Shivas, Rad Max, 21+
SATURDAY, SEPT 6, 8:00pm
at Twilight Bar & Cafe, 832 SE Grand Ave, Portland
Dance Party/Live Music/Djs
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$12. Get 50% off cover charge with your Rose City Comic Con badge.
SATURDAY, SEPT 6, 8:00pm - 1:00am
at Escape Bar & Grill, 9004 NE Sandy Blvd, Portlan
Rocky Horror Picture Show with the Clinton Street Cabaret
SATURDAY, SEPT 6, 10:30pm
at Clinton Street Theater, 2522 SE Clinton St, Portland
Join our weekly screenings of The Rocky Horror Picture Show that started in April of 1978! Tonight’s screening features the cast of the Clinton Street Cabaret! $2 from every ticket goes to support the group.
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$12
SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7TH
SUNDAY, SEPT 7, 10:00am - 11:00am
at Wonderwood Springs, 8811 N Lombard St, Portland
The perfect Sunday morning activity for families and kids. Come and join us!
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Free.
SUNDAY, SEPT 7, 10:30am - 10:00pm
at Ground Kontrol, 115 NW 5th Ave, Portland
The greatest team-based pinball tournament in the world! Teams consisting of eight players each will battle it out for a $1000 grand prize, additional cash prizes, and more! This tournament will feature eight total rounds of games, the first four rounds will consist of qualifying for the second half, where the top teams will continue on in the final four rounds to play for cash prizes and swag from our sponsors!
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$80 / team
Freewrite: In-Person Writing Circle - Flights of Fancy
SUNDAY, SEPT 7, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
at Up Up Books, 1211 SE Stark St, Portland
If you need to flex your creative muscles active after a busy summer, this writing circle is perfect for you! Join us as we write in pursuit of fantastical worlds and characters. You’ll be met with writing activities and prompts to stretch the limits of your imagination.
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$35
The Tale of the Princess Kaguya
SUNDAY, SEPT 7, 1:00pm
at The Academy Theater, 7818 SE Stark St, Portland
Found inside a shining stalk of bamboo by an old bamboo cutter and his wife, a tiny girl grows rapidly into an exquisite young lady. The mysterious young princess enthralls all who encounter her – but ultimately, she must confront her fate, the punishment for her crime. From Studio Ghibli.
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$6.50
SUNDAY, SEPT 7, 2:00pm
at Hollywood Theater, 4122 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
When his young children are abducted by his old nemesis, Captain Hook, middle-aged lawyer Peter Banning returns to Neverland and his magical origins as Peter Pan. Peter must revisit a foggy past in which he abandoned Neverland for family life, leaving Tinkerbell and the Lost Boys to fend for themselves
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$12
Pillars of Storytelling Workshops: The Pillars Overview
SUNDAY, SEPT 7, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
at Bank of Expensify, 401 Southwest 5th Avenue Portland
These workshops on Sunday dive in with the sharing of our Take HEART Writing Method and an Overview of the 5 Pillars; all while sharing a collaborative creative space at Expensify Bank and HQ alongside local writing groups to find even more tools to draft!
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Free
SUNDAY, SEPT 7, 4:00pm - 6:00pm
at Rose City Book Pub, 1329 NE Fremont St, Portland
The Hermetic Order of Clandestine Urban Scribes hosts a writing workshop
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Free
SUNDAY, SEPT 7
4:45pm
7:00pm
9:00pm
at Raven’s Manor, 235 SW 1st Ave, Portland
You don't want to miss out on this fun and interactive mixology experience! Get a look into Dr. Raven's experiment journal and recreate some of his ghastly (and tasty) concoctions. The phantoms of the manor will help guide you through two elixirs of your choosing. This experience also includes a drink from Dr. Raven's special trophy case.
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$69.50
SUNDAY, SEPT 7, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
at Fracture and Lil' America, 1015 SE Stark St, Portland
Untapped Trivia has been gathering, commingling, and quizzically entertaining Portlanders and visitors from near and far since 2016. Launched in 2016 at a small, local craft beer bar in North Portland, Untapped Trivia has raised over $150,000+ for Portland and Oregon nonprofits and charities. Untapped Trivia is LGBTQ+ owned and is always free to play!
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Free
SUNDAY, SEPT 7, 6:30pm
at Wayfinder Beer, 304 SE 2nd Ave, Portland
Test your knowledge, win lots of prizes and have a great time. Hosted by Bridgetown Trivia!
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH
MONDAY, SEPT 8, 8:00am - 10:00pm (Industry Night 7 - 10)
at The People's Courts, 2700 NE 82nd Ave, Portland
Special for Industry Folks - Free bocce, ping pong & cornhole when you show your OLCC or Food Handler's Card. Monday: Represent your Hogwarts House - dress up, have fun : Whether your're a regular Monday player or coming in to play some other games - show your Harry Potter Spirit by wearing your Hogwart's House colors. Don't have a house? We might just choose one for you.
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Free
MONDAY, SEPT 8, 8:45am - 12:30pm
at Portland Spirit, 110 SE Caruthers St, Portland
On this Columbia River boat tour, you'll explore the history and lore of Bigfoot while traveling 80 miles roundtrip on a high-speed jetboat from Portland to Multnomah Falls. See the landmarks along the Willamette and Columbia Rivers that make the Northwest famous, while listening to exclusive narration by Cliff Barackman (star of Animal Planet‘s “Finding Bigfoot”) and a live tour guide. You’ll enjoy curated information about the legend of Bigfoot and sightings in the Columbia River Gorge on this exhilarating, informative journey.
Board Game Forge, Game Kit Pick Up
MONDAY, SEPT 8, 10:00pm - 8:00pm
at Battle Grounds Gaming Cafe, 3738 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Create a new board game in 5 days. Teams pick up their game kits.
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$25 per team
MtG: cEDH Free to play (Competitive Commander)
MONDAY, SEPT 8, 12:30pm - 8:00pm
at CCG House Games, 3925 NE 72nd Ave STE #108, Vancouver
Free to play with prizing all you need is a wizards email
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Free
Pillars of Storytelling Workshops: Drive Discovery
MONDAY, SEPT 8, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
at Battle Grounds Gaming Cafe, 3738 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
If you’ve been feeling stuck in writing your story, lost in the direction you feel you should go as a storyteller, or are having a hard time finding the right elements to support your drive to write; then the process of finding your why will reveal and eliminate many aspects of doubt. Doubt is a core component of writer’s block, and alleviating it isn’t easy; though doing it alone is even more difficult.
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Free
MONDAY, SEPT 8, 6:00 - 7:30pm
at Treebeerds Taphouse, 822 SW 2nd Ave, Portland
Join the fun! Watch the Dopplegangland & A New Man episode of Buffy the Vampire Slayer and play Bingo. Win Buffy themed prizes.
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$5 per card
Double Head-to-Head Pinball Tournament
MONDAY, SEPT 8, 7:00pm
at Ground Kontrol, 115 NW 5th Ave, Portland
Head-to-head pinball tournament with amazing race finals! Cash prizes & IFPA-sanctioned
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$5
MONDAY, SEPT 8, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
at Rose and Thistle, 2314 NE Broadway, Portland
Untapped Trivia has been gathering, commingling, and quizzically entertaining Portlanders and visitors from near and far since 2016. Launched in 2016 at a small, local craft beer bar in North Portland, Untapped Trivia has raised over $150,000+ for Portland and Oregon nonprofits and charities. Untapped Trivia is LGBTQ+ owned and is always free to play!
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Free
MONDAY, SEPT 8, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
at Automatic Bar, 652 SE Division St, Portland
Untapped Trivia has been gathering, commingling, and quizzically entertaining Portlanders and visitors from near and far since 2016. Launched in 2016 at a small, local craft beer bar in North Portland, Untapped Trivia has raised over $150,000+ for Portland and Oregon nonprofits and charities. Untapped Trivia is LGBTQ+ owned and is always free to play!
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Free
The Tale of the Princess Kaguya
MONDAY, SEPT 8, 7:00pm
at The Academy Theater, 7818 SE Stark St, Portland
Found inside a shining stalk of bamboo by an old bamboo cutter and his wife, a tiny girl grows rapidly into an exquisite young lady. The mysterious young princess enthralls all who encounter her – but ultimately, she must confront her fate, the punishment for her crime. From Studio Ghibli.
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$9.50
MONDAY, SEPT 8, 7:00pm - 11:00pm
at Escape Bar & Grill, 9004 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Karaoke Night
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Free
MONDAY, SEPT 8, 7:30pm
at Hollywood Theater, 4122 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
In celebration of the release of Keith Rosson’s new Portland-based ‘70s set vampire novel Coffin Moon! Starring Jason Patrick, both Coreys (Haim, Feldman), as well as that dude with the saxophone, The Lost Boys will be a blast on our massive screen. But that’s not all! Thrillingly, as this is Coffin Moon’s launch event, Keith will be in attendance to sign books before the show, and introduce the movie!
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$12
MONDAY, SEPT 8, 7:30pm - 9:15pm
at Kiggins Theater, 1011 Main St, Vancouver, WA
Our Noir Nights tribute to John Garfield continues with the thrilling THE BREAKING POINT from 1950.
MONDAY, SEPT 8, 7:30pm - 9:30pm
at The Pharmacy Bar, 2100 NW Glisan St, Portland
Join us for our monthly pinball tournament. New players are welcome and encouraged!
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$1 - $5
MONDAY, SEPT 8, 9:30pm - 11:30pm
at Rose City Book Pub, 1329 NE Fremont St, Portland
Open to all seekers
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Free
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9TH
Geek Willamette Valley Wine Tour
TUESDAY, SEPT 9, 10:00am - 6:00pm
at three different vineyards
Pick up at a Portland hotel, and visit 3 wineries offering a vineyard tour, food & wine pairing and production tour hosted by owners or winemakers.
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$289
TUESDAY, SEPT 9, 11:30am
Step into Portland’s working-class past on a journey through one of the city’s most storied neighborhoods. More than just a traditional history tour, the Historic Slabtown Tour is a dynamic exploration of cultural identity, resilience, and transformation—told through the lens of urban planning, citizen resistance, and personal connection.
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$30 adult, $10 children
The Tale of the Princess Kaguya
TUESDAY, SEPT 9, 1:00pm
at The Academy Theater, 7818 SE Stark St, Portland
Found inside a shining stalk of bamboo by an old bamboo cutter and his wife, a tiny girl grows rapidly into an exquisite young lady. The mysterious young princess enthralls all who encounter her – but ultimately, she must confront her fate, the punishment for her crime. From Studio Ghibli.
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$6.50
Pillars of Storytelling Workshops: Base Establishment
TUESDAY, SEPT 9, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
at The Paladins League, 4765 NE Fremont St, Portland
What makes a story? Where does it all begin, and what direction does it go? What does it take to be a writer? Pantheon Arts understands that it can be difficult to find a place to build from, but establishing this foundation often enables you to have that safe space to go back to when you do get lost.
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Free
TUESDAY, SEPT 9, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
at Wonderwood Springs, 8811 N Lombard St, Portland
Every Tuesday, 4 rounds, cash prizes, lots of fun!
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$5 a card
TUESDAY, SEPT 9, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
at White Owl Social Club, 1305 SE 8th Ave, Portland
Untapped Trivia has been gathering, commingling, and quizzically entertaining Portlanders and visitors from near and far since 2016. Launched in 2016 at a small, local craft beer bar in North Portland, Untapped Trivia has raised over $150,000+ for Portland and Oregon nonprofits and charities. Untapped Trivia is LGBTQ+ owned and is always free to play!
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Free
TUESDAY, SEPT 9, 7:00pm - 9:30pm
at Midtown Beer Garden, 431 SW Harvey Milk St, Portland
Learn about games and the people who make them! PIGSquad Talent Talks cross elements of a talent show or lightning talk in an evening of tutorials, showcases, lectures.
TUESDAY, SEPT 9, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
at Advice Booth, 5426 N Gay Ave, Portland
Untapped Trivia has been gathering, commingling, and quizzically entertaining Portlanders and visitors from near and far since 2016. Launched in 2016 at a small, local craft beer bar in North Portland, Untapped Trivia has raised over $150,000+ for Portland and Oregon nonprofits and charities. Untapped Trivia is LGBTQ+ owned and is always free to play!
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Free
Smash Bros Night Ulitimate Tournament
TUESDAY, SEPT 9, 7:00pm
at Ground Kontrol, 115 NW 5th Ave, Portland
Ready for more Super Smash Bros. action at Ground Kontrol? Duke it out with your friends up on our big screens!
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Free
TUESDAY, SEPT 9, 7:00pm
at Powell's Bookstore, 3415 SW Cedar Hills Blvd, Beaverton
From author Colleen Houck comes Tiger’s Trek (Blackstone), the electrifying new installment in the Tiger’s Tale series, set in the captivating universe of the beloved Tiger’s Curse saga.
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Free
TUESDAY, SEPT 9, 7:30pm
at Hollywood Theater, 4122 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Kung Fu Theater presents the only known 35mm print of this 1982 martial arts classic!
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$12
TUESDAY, SEPT 9, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
at The People's Courts, 2700 NE 82nd Ave, Portland
Harry Potter Themed Speed Puzzling - teams of 4 race against the clock to put together a 500 piece puzzle in under 90 minutes! 30 teams of 4.
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$35 per team
My Precious: A Lord of the Rings Drag & Burlesque Show
TUESDAY, SEPT 9, 8:00pm
at Clinton Street Theater, 2522 SE Clinton St, Portland
Cult of! My Precious returns for its 2nd Year! A Lord of the Rings Drag & Burlesque Show. A night of Drag & Burlesque acts featuring some of your favorite characters from the Lord of the Rings Universe.
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$17
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10TH
WEDNESDAY, SEPT 10, 11:30am
Step into Portland’s working-class past on a journey through one of the city’s most storied neighborhoods. More than just a traditional history tour, the Historic Slabtown Tour is a dynamic exploration of cultural identity, resilience, and transformation—told through the lens of urban planning, citizen resistance, and personal connection.
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$30 adult, $10 children
Pillars of Storytelling Workshops: World Building
WEDNESDAY, SEPT 10, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
at Lil' America, 1015 SE Stark St, Portland
The tools of the world builder are vast and seek deep roots that can sometimes never be seen in the stories they end up sheltering. Vast as the tools and methods are for defining the time and place of a story, Pantheon Arts see them as a pivotal point to connect the real/ordinary world and the world you are building, so we refer to it as the Crossroad Pillar. This crossroad imparts wisdom about those tools to build the lore of a world, and we seek to share those lights with you. Knowledge to create the moments of history that make up a fictional place, tips on how to research for more robust content, establishing your own limits - like with how big the scope of the story is or magic systems, but most importantly, the understanding of when and where to start a story.
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Free
WEDNESDAY, SEPT 10, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
at Mindtaker Miniatures, 17030 SE 1st St, Vancouver, WA
Focus: Create Your Own Unique Miniature! Guests will receive a free model and gain access to Mindtaker’s legendary bits box to customize and build a one-of-a-kind miniature. Staff will be on hand to help with assembly tips and creative ideas.
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Free
WEDNESDAY, SEPT 10, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
at Books with Pictures, 1401 SE Division St, Portland
A weekly gathering of artists and writers looking for a space to work on their projects with friends! Join us outside in the Short Box food cart pod area. Work on your comics, make friends, share ideas, and more!
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Free
WEDNESDAY, SEPT 10, 6:00pm - 9:30pm
at The Paladins League, 4765 NE Fremont St, Portland
Join an evening of elegance, intrigue… and something far more sinister.In this one-night D&D Role Playing adventure, you're invited to a grand masquerade held in a secluded manor. The atmosphere is refined, the guests are elegant... and yet, something is very wrong. Uncover the truth before time runs out in this immersive tabletop tale, where social deception, eerie exploration, and a final, high-stakes showdown await your party.
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$25
WEDNESDAY, SEPT 10, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
at Battle Grounds Gaming Cafe, 3738 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Learn to Play Role Playing Adventure
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Free
WEDNESDAY, SEPT 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
at Two Rivers Bookstore, 8836 N Lombard St, Portland
Our queer book club, led by queer bookseller and local author Neil Cochrane, is open to everyone interested in reading and discussing books by and/or about queer people.
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Free
Free Wednesday Trivia at Bye and Bye
WEDNESDAY, SEPT 10, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
at Bye and Bye, 1011 NE Alberta St, Portland
Untapped Trivia has been gathering, commingling, and quizzically entertaining Portlanders and visitors from near and far since 2016. Launched in 2016 at a small, local craft beer bar in North Portland, Untapped Trivia has raised over $150,000+ for Portland and Oregon nonprofits and charities. Untapped Trivia is LGBTQ+ owned and is always free to play!
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Free
Free Wednesday Trivia at Oakshire Beer Hall
WEDNESDAY, SEPT 10, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
at Oakshire Beer Hall, 5013 NE 42nd Ave, Portland
Untapped Trivia has been gathering, commingling, and quizzically entertaining Portlanders and visitors from near and far since 2016. Launched in 2016 at a small, local craft beer bar in North Portland, Untapped Trivia has raised over $150,000+ for Portland and Oregon nonprofits and charities. Untapped Trivia is LGBTQ+ owned and is always free to play!
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Free
Girls & Roses: Geek Week Happy Hour
WEDNESDAY, SEPT 10, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
at Girls & Roses Tattoo Studio, 2117 NE Oregon St #505, Portland
Non-permanent tattoos, drinks, and snacks
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Free
WEDNESDAY, SEPT 10, 7:00pm
at Girls & Roses Tattoo Studio, 2117 NE Oregon St, Portland
Pinball tournament sponsored by Stern Pinball, format TBD. Cash prizes & IFPA sanctioned.
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$5
WEDNESDAY, SEPT 10, 7:00pm
at The People's Courts, 2700 NE 82nd Ave, Portland
All ages welcome and fun prizes up for grabs!
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Free
The Tale of the Princess Kaguya
WEDNESDAY, SEPT 10, 7:00pm
at The Academy Theater, 7818 SE Stark St, Portland
Found inside a shining stalk of bamboo by an old bamboo cutter and his wife, a tiny girl grows rapidly into an exquisite young lady. The mysterious young princess enthralls all who encounter her – but ultimately, she must confront her fate, the punishment for her crime. From Studio Ghibli.
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$6.50
WEDNESDAY, SEPT 10, 7:30pm
at Hollywood Theater, 4122 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
When the gates of hell open beneath a school, Hiruko the goblin escapes and begins decapitating students left and right. That wouldn't be so bad—until their heads grow spider-like bodies and begin to decapitate even more heads.
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$12
Drink and Think Trivia, Firefly Themed Trivia
WEDNESDAY, SEPT 10, 7:30pm - 9:30pm
at Senet Game Bar, 12553 SW Main St #201, Tigard
Five rounds of all things Firefly Themed trivia, Firefly themed drink specials
WEDNESDAY, SEPT 10, 7:30pm - 9:30pm
at Rose City Book Pub, 1329 NE Fremont St, Portland
Book Pub Trivia is not your average pub trivia
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Free
WEDNESDAY, SEPT 10, 8:00pm - 10:00pm
at The Pharmacy Bar, 2100 NW Glisan St, Portland
Join hosts Nashville Hott and Syda Pickles for a night of questionable humor, sexy prizes, and maybe even a little Bingo! It is free to play and there are prizes to be won!
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Free
WEDNESDAY, SEPT 10, 8:00pm - 12:00am
at The Waypost, 3120 N Williams Ave, Portland
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Free
THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11TH
THURSDAY, SEPT 11, 12:00pm - 9:00pm
at Director Park, 815 SW Park Ave, Portland
The transformation begins, the Portal Opens... Director Park is the gateway to a new dimension during Geek Week PDX.
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Free
THURSDAY, SEPT 11, 12:00pm - 12:00am
at Ground Kontrol, 115 NW 5th Ave, Portland
Unlock unlimited credits on 120+ games! $6 cover during all-ages friendly hours of noon-5pm, $12 cover during 21+ only hours of 5pm-midnight
The Tale of the Princess Kaguya
THURSDAY, SEPT 11, 1:00pm
at The Academy Theater, 7818 SE Stark St, Portland
Found inside a shining stalk of bamboo by an old bamboo cutter and his wife, a tiny girl grows rapidly into an exquisite young lady. The mysterious young princess enthralls all who encounter her – but ultimately, she must confront her fate, the punishment for her crime. From Studio Ghibli.
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$6.50
Pillars of Storytelling Workshops: Character Shaping
THURSDAY, SEPT 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
at The Paladins League, 4765 NE Fremont St, Portland
Every world is filled with the people who shape it, who exert control or gently guide it, and them and their motivations are what makes the story relatable to us. Characters lead the story in that way, and they speak with voices imagined as much as those that are true.
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Free
THURSDAY, SEPT 11, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
at Wonderlove, 262 SE Main St, Portland
Come watch one of the legendary anime films by master Japanese animator Hayao Miyazaki and Studio Ghibli. Bring your friends, grab dinner & drinks while enjoying the film.
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Free
Free Thursday Trivia at Pinky's Pizza
THURSDAY, SEPT 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
at Pinky's Pizza & Whiskey Bar, 3990 N Interstate Ave, Portland
Untapped Trivia has been gathering, commingling, and quizzically entertaining Portlanders and visitors from near and far since 2016. Launched in 2016 at a small, local craft beer bar in North Portland, Untapped Trivia has raised over $150,000+ for Portland and Oregon nonprofits and charities. Untapped Trivia is LGBTQ+ owned and is always free to play!
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Free
THURSDAY, SEPT 11, 6:15pm - 8:00pm
at Dreamhouse PDX, 412 Northeast Beech Street, Portland
Book club reading What Moves the Dead by T.Kingfisher
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Free
Murder, They Read: Murder by Degress
THURSDAY, SEPT 11, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
at Maggie Mae Bookstore, 50 NW 1st St, Gresham, OR
Join everyone at the new Murder, They Read: Mystery & Thriller Book Club! Meeting on the second Thursday of every other month at 6:30pm! Get your copy of the book at the store!
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Free
THURSDAY, SEPT 11, 6:30pm - 10:30pm
at Escape Bar & Grill, 9004 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Free Karaoke
Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show
THURSDAY, SEPT 11, 6:45pm
at Funhouse Lounge, 2432 SE 11th Ave, Portland
It’s just a jump to the left… and straight into fever dream! The Funhouse Lounge invites you to a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience with The Rocky Horror Show, the cult classic rock musical you think you know — until you’ve seen it Funhouse-style. This immersive, blood-red, glitter-drenched spectacular blends vintage vaudeville, haunted carnival and glam-rock cabaret into an unforgettable night of music, mischief and mayhem.
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$35 - $225
The Girl Who Lept Through Time
THURSDAY, SEPT 11, 7:00pm
at Hollywood Theater, 4122 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
After breaking a beaker at school that releases a lavender-like scent causing student Yoshiyama Kazuko to faint, she wakes up the following morning with the ability to travel through time.
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$12
THURSDAY, SEPT 11, 7:00pm
at The People's Courts, 2700 NE 82nd Ave, Portland
Test your knowledge—How well do you know your HP books and movies?
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Free
Little Shop of Horrors + Movie Bingo w/ Violet Hex
THURSDAY, SEPT 11, 7:00pm- 9:00pm
at PAM Cut, 934 SW Salmon St, Portland
Snag your spot for the next round of film BINGO, hosted by none other than drag superstar Violet Hex! Come hungry for the cult classic Little Shop of Horrors—plus delicious prizes to match the madness!
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$15
THURSDAY, SEPT 11, 9:00pm - 11:00pm
at Rose City Book Pub, 1329 NE Fremont St, Portland
Casual weekly zine making meetup. Sketch, write, draw, chat, make friends, recieve critiques, or give critiques. 21+.
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Free
FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12TH
FRIDAY, SEPT 12, 8:00am - 10:00pm
at The People's Courts, 2700 NE 82nd Ave, Portland
Stop by and watch some of the iconic movies. They will be playing all day. We will restart the series at 7pm to coincide with Free Game Friday.
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FREE
Board Game Forge, Game Turn In
FRIDAY, SEPT 12, 10:00am - 10:00pm
at Battle Grounds Gaming Cafe, 3738 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Turn in the games you have created in preparation for game play on Satu
FRIDAY, SEPT 12, 11:00pm
at Vault 31 Bar, 316 SE 123rd Ave D4, Vancouver, WA
Book Fair
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Free
FRIDAY, SEPT 12, 12:30pm - 9:00pm
at Director Park, 815 SW Park Ave, Portland
Enjoy three of the most famous games in the world. Learn the skills and strategy for each game, test your knowledge and find a new community while haveing fun.
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Free
Storytelling Workshops: Plot Formations
FRIDAY, SEPT 12, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
at Urbanite, 1005 SE Grand Ave, Portland
One story begets another and tales spun hardly ever exist in a vacuum, but how does one take those scraps of story that are scattered and thread them together into one cohesive tapestry? How do they connect and how do they unfold into the expression of the truth you seek to share? That’s the “How” that Pantheon Arts seeks to form on the second Friday of Geek Week PDX 2025.
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FREE
FRIDAY, SEPT 12, 4:00pm - 8:00pm
at Board Bard, 7960 SE Stark St, Portland
Focus: Learn to Paint Like a Pro! Get hands-on painting guidance from local Portland miniature painting experts. Bring your model to life with color and creativity! All paints and supplies provided.
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Free
Dr. Raven's Elixir Experience, 21+
FRIDAY, SEPT 12
4:45pm
7:00pm
9:00pm
at Raven’s Manor, 235 SW 1st Ave, Portland
You don't want to miss out on this fun and interactive mixology experience! Get a look into Dr. Raven's experiment journal and recreate some of his ghastly (and tasty) concoctions. The phantoms of the manor will help guide you through two elixirs of your choosing. This experience also includes a drink from Dr. Raven's special trophy case.
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$69.50
Back to the Future Night: 80's Party
FRIDAY, SEPT 12, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
at Wonderlove, 262 SE Main St, Portland
Come party like its the 80's at Wonderlove. Celebrate the 40th Anniversary of this classic movie with a DJ & dancing, a Delorean and cosplay.
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Free
PIG Squad Summer Game Jam Celebration
FRIDAY, SEPT 12, 6:00pm - midnight
at Urbanite, 1005 SE Grand Ave, Portland
Play games from Summer Slow Jams 2025, all made by local developers over the last 3 months! Chat with developers about how they made their games and how you can make games with others in the community. If you made a game for SSJ this year, bring it out and set it up to share what you’ve made! We will also be announcing the winners of the Wacom Hand Drawn Jam Competition.
Snacks and drinks will be available on site. All attendees are required to mask whenever not eating or drinking and must follow the PIGSquad Code of Conduct.
Huge thank you to our sponsors and partners Wacom, Geek Week PDX, Urbanite, and our Patreon supporters!
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Free
FRIDAY, SEPT 12, 6:00pm
at TOTL Games, 736 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland
Hang out with Gunpla Sleeves for an intro night to the Gundam Trading Card Game! Whether you're new or just curious about piloting your first deck, this is a great and inexpensive launch into the world of Gundam. All skill levels welcome; no prior experience needed!
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Free
FRIDAY, SEPT 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
at Maggie Mae Bookstore, 50 NW 1st St, Gresham
Play a favorite game but make it literary!
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$7
Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show
FRIDAY, SEPT 12, 6:45pm
at Funhouse Lounge, 2432 SE 11th Ave, Portland
It’s just a jump to the left… and straight into fever dream! The Funhouse Lounge invites you to a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience with The Rocky Horror Show, the cult classic rock musical you think you know — until you’ve seen it Funhouse-style. This immersive, blood-red, glitter-drenched spectacular blends vintage vaudeville, haunted carnival and glam-rock cabaret into an unforgettable night of music, mischief and mayhem.
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$35 - $225
Free Friday Trivia at Wonderwood Springs
THURSDAY, SEPT 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
at Wonderwood Springs, 8811 N Lombard St, Portland
Untapped Trivia has been gathering, commingling, and quizzically entertaining Portlanders and visitors from near and far since 2016. Launched in 2016 at a small, local craft beer bar in North Portland, Untapped Trivia has raised over $150,000+ for Portland and Oregon nonprofits and charities. Untapped Trivia is LGBTQ+ owned and is always free to play!
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Free
FRIDAY, SEPT 12, 7:00pm - 9:00pm
at Rose City Book Pub, 1329 NE Fremont St, Portland
Come and enjoy the creativity of local authors. Hosted by Jordan and Grace.
Sign ups begin at 6:30pm.
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Free
FRIDAY, SEPT 12, 7:00pm
at Clinton Street Theater, 2522 SE Clinton St, Portland
In a future British dystopian society, a shadowy freedom fighter known only by the alias of “V” plots to overthrow the tyrannical government with the help of a young woman.
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$10
Max Match Play Pinball Tournament
FRIDAY, SEPT 12, 7:00pm
at Next Level Pinball Museum, 1458 NE 25th Ave, Hillsboro
Play in one-on-one matches with as many opponents as we can get through!
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$20
SATURDAY, SEPT 12, 7:00pm
Join us for our spine tingling Haunted Pub Tour, and hear first-hand accounts of recent paranormal encounters. Visit two of Portland's most haunted pubs and hear stories about the resident ghosts. In addition to (alleged) ghosts, your local expert guide will regale you with stories from Portland’s wicked past when Old Town was home to drug trades, gambling, prostitution, and rampant kidnapping "shanghaiers".
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$35
Priates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl in Concert
SATURDAY, SEPT 12, 7:30pm
at Arlene Schnitzer Concert hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave. (at Main St.), Portland
Come along for a swashbuckling adventure with Captain Jack Sparrow, his motley crew, and the Oregon Symphony. Starring Johnny Depp, Orlando Bloom, and Keira Knightley, the action-packed movie sets mystery, intrigue, swords, and treasure to a live performance of Klaus Badelt’s thrilling musical score based on themes of Hans Zimmer.
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$44 - $147
48 Thrills-20 Year Anniversary Show, 21+
FRIDAY, SEPT 12, 8:00pm - 11:45pm
at Twilight Bar & Cafe, 832 SE Grand Ave, Portland
Dance Party/Live Music/Djs with My Life in Black and White, Muddy River Nightmare Band, Second Best. Drink Specials.
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$12
An Evening with Dan Carlin - Host of Hardcore History
SATURDAY, SEPT 12, 8:00pm
at Revolution Hall, 1300 SE Stark St Portland
Hardcore History is Carlin's forum for exploring topics throughout world history. The focus of each episode varies widely from show to show but they are generally centered on specific historical events and are discussed in a "theater of the mind" style.
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$60.95 - $83.53
SATURDAY, SATURDAY 13TH
SATUDAY, SEPT 13, 8:45am - 12:30pm
at Portland Spirit, 110 SE Caruthers St, Portland
On this Columbia River boat tour, you'll explore the history and lore of Bigfoot while traveling 80 miles roundtrip on a high-speed jetboat from Portland to Multnomah Falls. See the landmarks along the Willamette and Columbia Rivers that make the Northwest famous, while listening to exclusive narration by Cliff Barackman (star of Animal Planet‘s “Finding Bigfoot”) and a live tour guide. You’ll enjoy curated information about the legend of Bigfoot and sightings in the Columbia River Gorge on this exhilarating, informative journey.
Kids Quest for the Magical Realms
SATURDAY, SEPT 13, 11:00am - 4:00pm
at Battle Grounds Gaming Cafe, 3738 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Calling all young adventurers! Step into a magical realm, where you find fun, role play, & create things. Young adventurers who complete their Quest will get a chance to win a prize. The Magic Realms also encourage kid-friendly cosplay from any adventurers joining us for this fantastical event!
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Free
Game Forge, First-Time Players
SATURDAY, SEPT 13, 11:00am - 4:30pm
at Battle Grounds Gaming Cafe, 3738 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Be the first to play a bunch of new games created in just 5 days as a part of the Geek Week Game Forge. You will come in and play at least 4 games, 1 hour each per game. Four Players per game each hour. If you are coming as a part of a group, please indicate the names of the other players and be sure that they register as well. Spots are limited.
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Free
Gundam & Model Kits for Beginners
SATURDAY, SEPT 13, 11:00am - 4:30pm
at TOTL Games, 736 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland
New to Gunpla or miniature painting? Whether you are a first-timer or have dabbled once before, join us for a chill build-and-paint day. We'll provide the space, vibes, and some helpful tips. Bring your own kit or get some recommendations for what we have in store. Totally free, totally fun.
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Free
Pocket Artist Pop-Up w/Pixie Panic Market | Community Publishing Fellowship (CPF) Launch
SATURDAY, SEPT 13, 12:00pm - 5:00pm
at NW Portland Hostel, 479 NW 18th Ave, Portland
Concurrent to hosting events, space, and/or the hotel space. Starting the day here, hosting a PAN Event here, and an extra world building workshop!
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Free
Warhammer Discovery Day 3 of 3
SATURDAY, SEPT 13, 1:00pm - 6:00pm
at Guardian Games, 345 SE Taylor St, Portland
Focus: Learn to Play Warhammer! Experience a wide variety of Warhammer demo games, from small skirmishes to larger battles. Veteran players will guide you through the rules and different ways to play Warhammer.
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Free
SATURDAY, SEPT 13, 3:00pm
at Hollywood Theater, 4122 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Celebratw the 30th anniversary of Adam Sandler's first starring role with a screening of a film that has delighted adolescents and the adolescently-minded ever since its release.
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$9
Godzilla vs. Hedorah x Brain Dead
SATURDAY, SEPT 13, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
at PAM Cut, 934 SW Salmon St, Portland
Join Brain Dead—L.A.’s boundary-pushing creative collective—for a one-day-only special screening of the 1971 Japanese kaiju film Godzilla vs. Hedorah. This is your chance to see this iconic monster movie on the big screen and get your hands on a limited-edition Brain Dead x Godzilla collection.
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$15
SATURDAY, SEPT 13, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
at Wonderlove, 262 SE Main St, Portland
Join us as we celebrate the anniversary of one of the most iconic cult-classic films.
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Free
SATURDAY, SEPT 13, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
at TOTL Games, 736 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland
A welcoming night of games, community, and fun! Join us for an evening of tabletop gaming hosted by and for the queer community. Bring your friends (or make new ones)! No experience needed, just great people and great games.
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Free
Richard O’Brien’s The Rocky Horror Show
SATURDAY, SEPT 13, 6:45pm
at Funhouse Lounge, 2432 SE 11th Ave, Portland
It’s just a jump to the left… and straight into fever dream! The Funhouse Lounge invites you to a one-of-a-kind theatrical experience with The Rocky Horror Show, the cult classic rock musical you think you know — until you’ve seen it Funhouse-style. This immersive, blood-red, glitter-drenched spectacular blends vintage vaudeville, haunted carnival and glam-rock cabaret into an unforgettable night of music, mischief and mayhem.
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$35 - $225
SATURDAY, SEPT 13, 7:00pm
at Clinton Street Theater, 2522 SE Clinton St, Portland
In 1944 Spain, a girl is sent to live with her ruthless stepfather. During the night, she meets a fairy who takes her to an old faun. He tells her she's a princess, but must prove her royalty by surviving three gruesome tasks.
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$10
SATURDAY, SEPT 13, 7:00pm
Join us for our spine tingling Haunted Pub Tour, and hear first-hand accounts of recent paranormal encounters. Visit two of Portland's most haunted pubs and hear stories about the resident ghosts. In addition to (alleged) ghosts, your local expert guide will regale you with stories from Portland’s wicked past when Old Town was home to drug trades, gambling, prostitution, and rampant kidnapping "shanghaiers".
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$35
Priates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl in Concert
SUNDAY, SEPT 13, 7:30pm
at Arlene Schnitzer Concert hall, 1037 SW Broadway Ave. (at Main St.), Portland
Come along for a swashbuckling adventure with Captain Jack Sparrow, his motley crew, and the Oregon Symphony. Starring Johnny Depp, Orlando Bloom, and Keira Knightley, the action-packed movie sets mystery, intrigue, swords, and treasure to a live performance of Klaus Badelt’s thrilling musical score based on themes of Hans Zimmer.
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$44 - $147
SUNDAY, SEPT 13, 8:00pm - 1:00am
at Escape Bar & Grill, 9004 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
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Free
SATURDAY, SEPT 13, 9:00pm - 2:00am
at Urbanite, 1005 SE Grand Ave, Portland
When the pixels get low, the party powers up! Join us for the ultimate end-of-Geek-Week anime + gaming rave where the beats are buffed.
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$27
SUNDAY, SEPT 13, 10:00pm
at Clinton Street Theater, 2522 SE Clinton St, Portland
Come watch our intimate, scaled-back screening of the ultimate cult movie that has played weekly at the Clinton Street Theater since 1978 with everyone’s ancient royal vampire, Thee Countess Sinophelia! Enjoy the legendary “bad” movie with props and callbacks, but without all the theatrics of a shadow cast on stage. Perfect for first and old timers. If you love the film on its own, these screenings are an opportunity to watch the film with less visual interruption.
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$10
Star Wars Unlimited PreQ Sealed Event
SUNDAY, SEPT 14, 19:00am - 8:00pm
at Battle Grounds Gaming Cafe, 3738 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Get some practice in before the Qualifiers!! 5 rounds best of 3 sealed. Cut to Top 8 to Draft.
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$45
SUNDeAY, SEPT 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
at Wonderwood Springs, 8811 N Lombard St, Portland
The perfect Sunday morning activity for families and kids. Come and join us!
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Free
Cozy Craft Market
SUNDAY, SEPT 14, 10:00am - 4:00pm
at Reggies Manga Shop, 7015 N Greeley Ave, Portland
This market is featuring local artists and makers in Portland! Come shop local and get cozy.
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Free
Wonderwood’s Comics & Games Faire
SUNDAY, SEPT 14, 10:00am - 4:00pm
at Wonderwood Springs, 8811 N Lombard St, Portland
Join us for a magical day featuring: 40+ local vendors. Unicorns & Goats. Live Music! Sweet & Savory Food! … and SO much more!
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Free
Fantasy Fest
SUNDAY, SEPT 14, 12:00pm - 5:00pm
at Director Park, 815 SW Park Ave, Portland
Join us during Sunday Parkways for a day of Geeky fun! Music Merriment & Market.
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Free
Community Art
SUNDAY, SEPT 14, 12:30pm - 4:30pm
at Rose City Book Pub, 1329 NE Fremont St, Portland
Tosha puts on a great community art day with lots of supplies and opportunities. There is usually an individual project, a group project, and a children’s corner. Child friendly but not child centered.
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Free
Great Jellyfish Migration Festival
SUNDAY, SEPT 14, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
at Wonderlove, 262 SE Main St, Portland
The end of the summer season marks a special time on the island of Obojima: the flying jellyfish migration! These peaceful, sky titans can be seen gently wafting through the sky heralding the change of the seasons.
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Free
MtG: Deck Building & Commander
SUNDAY, SEPT 14, 2:00pm - 8:00pm
at Rose City Book Pub, 1329 NE Fremont St, Portland
Join us every month for an evening of Magic the Gathering. Join the big commander group, learn the basics, build a deck, or play a 1-on-1 game in the corner (if you're not in the mood for a group game). We'll start the game between 6:30 and 7. But show up whenever. Pssst! We've got nooks for small games and a BIG table for Commander games!
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Free
SUNDAY, SEPT 14, 3:00pm
at Hollywood Theater, 4122 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Celebratw the 30th anniversary of Adam Sandler's first starring role with a screening of a film that has delighted adolescents and the adolescently-minded ever since its release.
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$9
Free Adult Conversational Japanese!
SUNDAY, SEPT 14, 3:15pm - 4:30pm
at Reggies Manga Shop, 7015 N Greeley Ave, Portland
Celebrate the 30th anniversary of Adam Sandler's first starring role with a screening of a film that has delighted adolescents and the adolescently-minded ever since its release.
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Free
Dr. Raven's Elixir Experience, 21+
SUNDAY, SEPT 14
4:45pm
7:00pm
9:00pm
at Raven’s Manor, 235 SW 1st Ave, Portland
You don't want to miss out on this fun and interactive mixology experience! Get a look into Dr. Raven's experiment journal and recreate some of his ghastly (and tasty) concoctions. The phantoms of the manor will help guide you through two elixirs of your choosing. This experience also includes a drink from Dr. Raven's special trophy case.
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$69.50
SUNDAY, SEPT 14, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
at Reggies Manga Shop, 7015 N Greeley Ave, Portland
Play unique Pokemon game, open cards & win a guaranteed hit card. Win prizes! Homemade Pokemon board game where you battle other players by opening pokemon packs and keep all cards.
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Free
SUNDAY, SEPT 14, 7:00pm
at Hollywood Theater, 4122 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland
Exploitation auteur, Takashi Miike (AUDITION, ICHI THE KILLER), directs a loving homage to family-friendly 1970’s Tatsunoko animation in this slapstick-mecha-nostalgia trip! Gan and his girlfriend Ai are mild-mannered toy shop owners by day but, when evil lurks, they transform into superheroes Yatterman 1 & 2. With the help of a dog-shaped robot, Yatterwoof, they take on the Doronbow gang, lead by the sexy Lady Doronjo.
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$12