Pearl District's Mid-to-Late August Events: Dive into the Fun and Festivities!

Get ready for a fun-filled mid-to-late August in the Pearl District!

It's a weekend full of art, books, community, and giving back! If you're looking for more activities in the Pearl, be sure to check out Around the Pearl for an incredible list of upcoming events, sign up for the newsletter, and follow us on social media.

Around the Pearl top picks:

  • Converge 45 Pearl Art Walk: showcasing local Pearl galleries as part of the comprehensive art festival.

  • Art in the Pearl: arts and crafts festival celebrating creativity and craftsmanship during the Labor Day weekend.

  • Powells Books: Bookstore Romance Day author lineup! Sex in Romance! Explore the panels and books.

  • The KGW Back to School Drive: support 15,000 local kids with the supplies they need.


Converge 45: Pearl District Gallery Walk

Join Converge 45 Contemporaries this August for a gallery walk in Portland's historic Pearl District, situated on the northwest side of the city.

The Pearl is known for its converted warehouses, fancy high-rise condos, and its appeal to both artists and upmarket residents. Considered the city’s arts hub, the Pearl District houses numerous galleries and studios showcasing a diverse range of contemporary art installations from local and international talent alike.

When: Thursday, August 15, 2024

  • 5:00 PM -7:00 PM

Schedule

5:00 Elizabeth Leach Gallery

5:30 ILY2

5:45 The BLACK Gallery

6:15 Happy Hour @ Black Fish Gallery

Register Here


Save the Date! The 28th annual Art in the Pearl is almost here!

Come see one of the state’s largest art festivals, featuring work from artists from all over the region! Pearl District Portfolio member Downtown Self Storage is proud to sponsor Art in the Pearl!

Date: August 31, September 1 and September 2, 2024.

Time: 10 am–6 pm, Saturday and Sunday (August 31 and September 1, 2024) 10 am-4 pm, Monday (September 2, 2024)

Location: North Park Blocks, Pearl District, Portland, 97228

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Powells City of Books: Bookstore Romance Day

Powells Books love and sex Portland

Bookstore Romance Day author lineup! Our favorite independent, local (and world-famous) bookstore has a treat for you for these hot August days and nights! 📚💕

Sex in Romance! Explore the panels and books.

Dates & Times: Free Author Panels:
August 17, 11 am-12 pm, Burnside: Sex in Romance, moderated by Josie Juniper
August 17, 1:30-2:30 pm, Burnside: LGBTQ+ in the PNW, moderated by Katherine Morgan
August 17, 4-5 pm, Burnside: Changes in Romance, moderated by Katherine Morgan

Ticketed Events:
August 17, 6-8:30 pm, Burnside: Happy Hour Cocktail Party and a Night of Lusty Letters with Portland’s own raconteur of romance, Grant Gosch.

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Location: Powell's City of Books

Our flagship location with over one million books!
1005 W Burnside St. Portland, OR 97209
(map/directions)
Open daily: 10am – 9pm
The Rare Book Room is open daily from 10am – 5pm

Pearl District Portfolio member Downtown Self Storage is joining the KGW Back to School Drive again this year!

The drive to supply over 15,000 local children in need is incredibly meaningful to our community. The KGW School Supply Drive collection period begins on August 1 and continues through August 31.

Drop-off Locations: Drop off new school supplies at either of Downtown Self Storage’s Pearl District locations: Davis Street1305 NW Davis Street, Pearl District, Portland, or Johnson Street1304 NW Johnson Street, Pearl District, Portland. 

If you would prefer to donate online, a single donation of $25 can ensure a local student starts the year with the supplies they need. Once donations start, KGW will accept donations here: kgw.com/school.  

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Around the Pearl

Visit #AroundthePearl to learn what’s going on in the Pearl District, and follow us on @pearldistrictportfolio. Sign up for the newsletter and follow us on social media.

Portland’s Original Creative District

We are committed to ensuring this mixed-use district continues to function as a vibrant center of art and culture, urban housing, and creativity. Through the adaptive reuse of our eight distinct buildings, we continue to honor the Pearl District's history while providing a range of spaces unique and unequaled in Portland.

The Pearl District Portfolio is proud to participate in the NW Community Conservancy's (NWCC) humanitarian and security initiative to enhance safety and livability for all who live, work, learn, and play in our neighborhood.

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