Portland Staycation Is Here! Downtown Portland Welcomes Locals For The City’s Biggest Weekend — September 12–14, 2025 - 09/12/25
IMMEDIATE RELEASE:
September 12, 2025
Press contact:
Monice Wong: mwong@portlandalliance.com
Portland Staycation is Here!
Downtown Portland Welcomes Locals for the City’s Biggest Weekend — September 12–14, 2025
PORTLAND, OR —The moment has arrived! Starting today, Portland Staycation Weekend officially kicks off, inviting Portlanders to rediscover downtown through an expertly curated lineup of exclusive hotel packages, dynamic events, and urban offerings—all created by locals, for locals.
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When: September 12–14, 2025 (begins today!)
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Where: Downtown Portland — from Midtown Beer Garden to Lan Su Garden, from Chinatown to PSU, from Providence Park to the Pearl District.
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What to Do: Visit PortlandStaycation.com for full event listings, hotel packages, and insider tips.
Here’s What’s Happening This Weekend
Featured Events & Community Highlights
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PDX Pop Now! (Friday–Sunday): Free, all-ages, indie music festival at Midtown Beer Garden. A perfect kickoff with local bands and festival vibes.
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Portland Timbers vs. New York Red Bulls (Saturday, 7:30 p.m.): A high-energy night at Providence Park—grab a room close by and catch the action.
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Lloyd Live: At the Dock Finale (Saturday, 4–7 p.m.): Outdoor music and stage performances on the waterfront—fun for families and music lovers.
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Sunday Parkways (Sunday, 12–5 p.m.): Streets around downtown go car-free for biking, walking, live music, and street vendors. A classic favorite returns!
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StoryWork: The Prints of Marie Watt (Saturday, 11 a.m.–5 p.m.): Special presentation at PSU’s Jordan Schnitzer Museum—rich storytelling through prints and visuals.
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Lan Su Chinese Garden 25th Anniversary Celebration (Saturday, 10 a.m.–6:30 p.m.): A milestone day of beauty and cultural richness at this historic garden.
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Chinatown Meet — Block Party (Saturday, 1–6 p.m.): NW Couch Street comes alive with food, performances, and community energy.
More to Explore
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PICA TBA Festival — Contemporary art through Sept. 14.
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Pirates of the Caribbean presented by Oregon Symphony (Fri–Sat).
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Sizzle Pie Concert Series (Friday, 9 p.m.): Hi Glow! band, $3 pizza slices, $2 beers.
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Everclear at Crystal Ballroom (Saturday, 7 p.m.): A classic rock night.
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PDX Geek Week (Sept. 5–14): A downtown celebration of geek culture at Director Park.
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No Vacancy Project: Walking gallery of installations in unused buildings — guided tours Saturday morning.
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Art, Science, Food & More: Portland Art Museum exhibits, OMSI science activities, Summer Supper tasting, Pearl District block party, and more. Portland Staycation
Stay & Play: Last-Minute Booking Perks
Some Downtown hotels may still have availability with packages that include:
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Discounted weekend stays
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Complimentary breakfast or cocktails
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Late check-out / early check-in
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Valet bike parking
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Special offers at nearby shops and restaurants
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Access to the PDX Local Pass: Your key to pop-up experiences, prizes, and more all across downtown. Portland Staycation
Check participating hotels and book last-minute offers at PortlandStaycation.com
Why Now Matters
Portland Staycation Weekend is more than just a fun excuse to get out—it’s a conversation in motion. By filling hotel rooms, exploring local businesses, and attending events downtown, Portlanders are actively supporting the artists, service workers, entrepreneurs, and cultural hubs that make this city unique.
Mayor Wilson adds, “This weekend is a powerful reminder of Portland's creativity, resilience, and community spirit. When we choose to stay downtown, we’re investing in the businesses, artists, and hospitality workers who help our city thrive. Portland Staycation Weekend brings life to our streets, momentum to our economy, and joy to everyone who visits or calls this place home.”
Bring your overnight bag—and your sense of adventure. See you downtown!
Partners & Sponsors
Presented by: Visit Downtown Campaign, City of Portland, PBOT, Sunday Parkways, Reimagine Portland, Portland Metro Chamber, Downtown Portland Clean & Safe, Prosper Portland, and Travel Portland.
With support from: Travel Oregon, Alaska Airlines, Willamette Week, and the Portland Timbers.