Another beautiful summer weekend in fair Portland means plenty of opportunities to take part in its ever-growing cultural landscape. In other words, gather amongst many others and eat lots of yummy food! Check it out!

Aug 21

Optical Illusion Spinners Craft

Stop by Green Bean Books and make a nifty spinner that plays tricks with your eyes! Free, greenbeanbookspdx.com

Aug 21-22

Seussical Jr. The Musical

Come see the culmination of summer workshop students’ hard work in a musical adventure with beloved Dr. Seuss characters, including the Cat in the Hat, Horton, and Gertrude McFuzz. $12.25-14.25, metropaa.org

Aug 22

MAX Orange Line Fireworks Spectacular & Orange Picnic

The newest MAX line is ready for launch! Come enjoy the fireworks from Tilikum Crossing, with special Orange Line themed offerings from BridgePort Brewery and Salt & Straw. Live music and food carts round out the evening. Free, catchtheorange.com

Aug 22

2nd Annual Jade International District Night Market

A multicultural celebration hosted by the burgeoning Jade District in the traditional night market style, with food vendors aplenty, dancing and martial arts entertainment, a mini farmers market, kids’ activities, and more. Free, jadedistrict.org

Aug 23

Bagel On!

A Jewishly fun fair featuring food – bagels, challah, knishes; activities and entertainment – dreidel games, Israeli dancing, live music; culture – educational demonstrations and display; and crafts – jewelry, woodwork, glass, and more. Free, bagel-on.com