Spring break at PDX starts on Friday. 820k travelers are expected to move through the airport through Sunday, April 6th.
The cherry blossoms are in various stages of bloom at The Portland Japanese Garden and Waterfront Park. Travel Portland has a great viewing guide.
The Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival opening day is Friday March 21.
Oregon State Parks' Spring Whale Watch Week giving people the chance to whale watch from 14 locations along the coast.
Lincoln City’s Finders Keepers will hide 200 special Spring Break floats between now and April 19. They use the term "hidden" loosely, they're pretty out in the open. True to the name, if you find one, it’s yours to keep. This beloved tradition offers a whimsical touch to beachcombing in Lincoln City, where visitors of all ages can embrace the thrill of the hunt.
The children’s show Pete The Cat is onstage at The Judy from now to April 13, catch this laid-back cat and his friends rocking out in a globe-trotting musical adventure based on the popular book series — perfect for ages 4 and up.
Paint and Sip Portland has some fun sessions planned, each led by a talented, experienced artist who will guide you every step of the way. Choose from painting some Misty Morning Mountains on Friday, a Sunset Lake on Saturday, or a Starry Starry Portland on Sunday.
Looking for something fun and free to do on a Friday night? Look no further than Free Game Fridays at The People’s Courts. This multi-court recreational and social space in Portland offers a variety of fun, free activities including bocce ball, cornhole, ping pong and disc golf. For a fee, you can play pickleball…and there’s food and drinks at The People’s Courts’ two restaurants, The Parlor and The Kitchen.
Ticket To Dine continues through the end of March at Portland's favorite eateries. Visit a participating restaurant for in-house dining or in-person pickup and order any items on their menu. Upon checkout, you’ll receive a QR code with your purchase to scan for entry into the Year of Dining drawing to win 52 gift certificates — one for every week of the year.
Oaks Amusement Park invites you to enjoy two vintage pieces of Portland’s history free of charge. This season, you can ride the historic carousel and train at Oaks Park for free. It’s one of the oldest continually operating amusement parks in the country. While you’re there, you can also go roller skating for cheap. Tickets are $13 per person. The rink also hosts special Glow Skate Nights on select months.
Join the Clinton Street Theater for its Women in Film series, highlighting the contributions of women both on screen and behind the camera.
Want to see shows at Portland Center Stage for cheap? Pay as little as a dollar and some change during Pay What You Will ticket specials. Portland Center Stage is the largest theater company in Portland.
SPORTS:
The Portland Thorns will host North Carolina Courage Saturday at Providence Park.
The Mariners are getting set for Opening Day. Seattle will host the Athletics on Thursday night, March 27 at T-Mobile Park. Right-hander Logan Gilbert is scheduled to start opposite A's righty Luis Severino. The teams will go head-to-head for a four-game series to start out the new season.
COMING SOON:
Portland is bringing back Sunday Parkways so bikers, walkers and strollers and rollers can come together like one big mobile block party. It’s family friendly and always draws big crowds. There are four this summer, the first May 18th in SW Portland through Multnomah Village. Each event has its own activities, such as food vendors, entertainment, games, live music and more.
The Blazers host The LAKERS on Fan Appreciation day Sunday, April 13, at 12:30 P.M. The first 7,777 fans will score a bonus fourth glass, "Rip City Runs Deep," in the 2024-25 commemorative glassware series.
STACEY & MIKE WATCHLIST:
Stacey: Adolescence on Netflix. It was not easy to watch but as a mom of three boys I was riveted and binged all four episodes at once. Heads up, that last episode will get you. Know what else will also get you? The latest episode of The White Lotus. Patrick Schwarzenegger said when got this role his parent's were thrilled because they watch White Lotus together every Sunday night after family dinner. But he says he WILL NOT be doing that for the last few episodes of the season because "they're crazy."
Mike: Righteous Gemstones on HBO. If you've never watched it, there is four seasons to get binging!
Hallmark+ is tapping rom-com star Luke Macfarlane to host a new home renovation show. Luke, who is a skilled carpenter, and co-host, will meet with homeowners to discover what they wish they could have or transform in their homes. The sentimental elements will be the focus. It’s called “Home Is Where the Heart Is” and premieres today.
In Theaters: Disney's Live Action Snow White and Robert DeNiro playing two gangsters in The Alto Knights. Variety isn't predicting great things for that one.