5 Portland Events That Will Keep You Cultured

First Thursday, PADA

Twenty-six years ago, the founding members of Portland Art Dealers Association created a year round, monthly art walk that takes place on the first Thursday of each month. Located in Portland's Pearl District, First Thursday features renown galleries such as Blackfish Gallery, PDX Contemporary Art and Elizabeth Leach Gallery.

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Time Based Art Festival (TBA)

The Time Based Art Festival is a 10-day event hosted by PICA that features a combination of visual and performance art elements. From screenings to dance. it's a holistic artistic experience unique to Portland.

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Portland Belmont Street Fair

The 21st Annual Belmont Street Fair is September 10, 2016 from 11 a.m. - 7 p.m. on SE Belmont Street in Portland, Oregon between SE 33rd and SE 39th. SE Belmont Street from 33rd to 39th will be closed to car traffic and filled with the lively sights that can only be seen on Belmont. The event features live music, beer gardens, over 200 vendors with great food and shopping and kids area with bounce house. The intersection of 34th and Belmont transforms in to our very own grassy ‘Central Park’ courtesy of the Sunnyside Neighborhood.

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Rose City Roller Derby

The Rose City Rollers Break Neck Betties are taking on the Eastern Contra Costa’s Undead Betties in this exhibition bout. Doors open at 7 p.m., Event starts at 8 p.m.

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Tech Pop: The Drone Show

TechPOP powered by Digital Trends is your exclusive opportunity to experience the newest and coolest tech from VR to drones to 3D printers and much more! And most importantly, it’s a great party. They provide the music, light snacks, beer and wine and, of course, the cool tech! Join as they fly around some drones from the smallest quadcopters to the most professional drones and everything in between.

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