The Short List: June 29-31

There’s only one more weekend in July…let’s make it count!

July 29-31

56th Annual Rose Cup Races

We’ve talked about road racing before, and I think we can all agree it’s awesome. This weekend, check out Portland’s premier amateur racing competition, featuring more drivers, more racing fields, Saturday Night Drags, and a cruise-in with live music! $5-25, rosefestival.org

July 30-31

Renegade Craft Fair

Founded in Chicago in 2003, Renegade Craft Fair is now the largest craft fair in the world, and offers up a carefully curated collection of some of the finest maker-designed crafts and wares you’ll will ever see. Gather the gang for an inspiring afternoon of artistic creations, food, and music. Free, renegadecraft.com

July 30-31

Slavic Festival

Isn’t learning about different cultures so much fun? Spend an afternoon this weekend tapping into your Slavic side at the Slavic Festival in Ventura Park. There will be delicious foods (of course!), lots of live music, sports competitions, arts and crafts, and more. Free, slavicfestivalportland.org

July 31

Pittock Mansion Picnic

This Sunday, put on your fancy pants and head to Pittock Mansion for a lovely picnic on the green, complete with white linens and china! Play classic lawn games, enjoy the scenery, and get a little taste of times past at this historic landmark. Free, facebook.com

July 31

Willamette River Festival

The Waterfront is always a hoppin’ place to hang out, and this weekend is no exception. Celebrate the beloved Willamette River at this festival with live music and dancing, an environmental fair, live birds from Audubon, and yummy food and drink! Free, willametteriverfestival.org