Upcoming Events

Throughout the year, the OTCA puts on a number of events to celebrate our cultural identity from Chinese New Year, Juneteenth, and Nuestro Camino to name a few. Our Markets, Exhibitions, Street Parties, and Festivals highlight the work and achievements of our diverse mix of cultures, fostering a sense of unity and appreciation for the rich tapestry of traditions that make Old Town a truly vibrant and inclusive community.

Have a look through our calendar of events to discover what is going on in Old Town. If you would like to run an event in Old Town and are looking for sponsorship, please click the button below and fill out the OTCA Sponsorship form.

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No Vacancy Window Gallery
Sep
4
to Nov 30

No Vacancy Window Gallery

NO VACANCY WINDOW GALLERY ART WALK RUNS 9/4 - 11/30

17 LOCAL ARTISTS + 17 EMPTY STOREFRONTS

The self-guided art tour through Portland’s Old Town-Chinatown neighborhood turns boarded-up buildings into vibrant art exhibition venues 

Portland’s historic OId Town-Chinatown neighborhood will transform into a free open-air art gallery featuring 17 local artists and 17 vacant buildings. The No Vacancy Window Gallery creates a bold new model for culture-driven streetscapes, showing that art accessibility and economic development can help create lasting change in Portland. The art installations were curated and led by Lauren Lesueur, owner of elle Gallery and made possible through the Multnomah County Community Vitality and Economic Opportunity Grant program. 

The self-guided No Vacancy Window Gallery art walk starts at the iconic White Stag Building and will take visitors through Old Town’s culturally rich streetscape. The window exhibits will feature everything from site-specific installations and ceramics to large canvasses, photography, and sculptures.

All the art installations can be viewed from the sidewalk, and the walking gallery will be available to view from September 4 through November 30. Visitors can pick up a map at elle Gallery, Saturday Market or download one here. 

No Vacancy Window Gallery Artists

Franz ‘N Family Footwear

Tylor Rogers

Jasper York

Mark Anthony Brown Jr.

Ruby Webb

Adia Marie Gibbs

Shadrach Subah

See King

Anthony Roberto

Julie Lai

amen, amen. Studio

Wesley James

Ryan Swedenborg

Katharine T. Jacobs

Lauren Lesueur

Anastasio Wrobel

Kim Smith Claudel

The No Vacancy Window Gallery is part of the larger No Vacancy Project, an initiative led by Field States and supported by Prosper Portland and the Old Town Community Association. The No Vacancy Project is a transformational initiative that reimagines Portland’s storefronts by filling empty spaces with vibrant businesses and creative energy. The program provides access to resources, technical support, and community to creative tenants and small businesses activating storefronts, and is currently in its pilot phase, focusing on Old Town.

About elle Gallery

elle Gallery is an extension of ODE by Lauren Lesueur, an arts wellness initiative. The Portland gallery hosts a collective of artists’ work, monthly solo exhibitions and events that foster togetherness. elle started as YOKO Your Creative Objectives, an artist “safe space” to create and bring experiences to life in her hometown Cleveland, Ohio. Since YOKO, the artist Lauren Lesueur has brought a sense of home and belonging to each space she contributes to. More info at ellegalleryportland.com.

About Field States

Field States is a nationally acclaimed urban design and real estate strategy firm based in Portland, Ore. Their work transforms buildings, spaces, and neighborhoods into thriving places through real estate strategy, urban design, and dynamic activation. With curiosity and integrity, they discover latent potential and create lasting economic, social, and environmental value. fieldstates.com.

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Portland Staycation Weekend PDX - PDX
Sep
12
to Sep 14

Portland Staycation Weekend PDX - PDX

Portland Staycation Weekend — September 12–14, 2025

This September, rediscover the heart of the city—your city.

Join friends, family, and neighbors for Portland’s first-ever Staycation Weekend, a three-day celebration of everything that makes our downtown vibrant: live music from PDX Pop Now, Timbers soccer, Downtown Sunday Parkways, special dining offers, and more.

Book a stay at a downtown hotel. Dine out. Show up. This is a weekend designed to activate the city from within—by Portlanders, for Portlanders.

Retailers, restaurants, and local event creators will roll out unique offerings and one-of-a-kind experiences. It’s a chance to remind ourselves—and show others—what’s possible downtown.

Let us know you’re in. Rally your friends, coworkers, and communities to take part. Together, we can build momentum—and reimagine downtown Portland as the destination it deserves to be.

Rally your crew, book a room, and explore the best of the city—just minutes from home. Live music, street fairs, sports, food, and more.

Let’s show up for downtown.

#PDXStaycation

#PortlandTogether

#Portlandiswhatwemakeit

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Downtown Portland Clean & Safe Annual Meeting
Sep
16

Downtown Portland Clean & Safe Annual Meeting

The Downtown Portland Clean & Safe district is holding their Annual Rate-Payer and Board Meeting on Tuesday, September 16th from 3:00-4:30 PM. This meeting is particularly important for Old Town residents and businesses as it marks the first board meeting of the new fiscal year and comes just ahead of the district's boundary expansion on October 1st.

What You Need to Know:

  • When: Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 3:00-4:30 PM

  • Format: Board meeting (3-4 PM) followed by Q&A session (4-4:30 PM)

  • Registration: Required in advance

  • Questions: Submit one question ahead of time for the Q&A portion

Why This Matters for Old Town: This is an excellent opportunity for Old Town community members to learn about the enhanced cleaning and security services, marketing programs, and economic development initiatives that Clean & Safe provides. With the district expansion taking effect October 1st, now is the perfect time to understand what programs and services may be available in our area.

The board will be reviewing a comprehensive report of the district's activities, giving attendees insight into their operations and future plans.

About Clean & Safe: Downtown Portland Clean & Safe is a nonprofit organization that works with downtown businesses and property owners to provide enhanced services beyond what the city offers. They're affiliated with the Portland Business Alliance and focus on improving safety, cleanliness, and economic vitality in downtown Portland.

For more information

https://community.portlandmetrochamber.com/directorpark/Details/downtown-portland-clean-safe-annual-rate-payer-and-board-meeting-1441651?sourceTypeId=Hub

 To register, visit: https://community.portlandmetrochamber.com/ap/Events/Register/9eFvoaqHWC9Cx

Embassy Suites Hotel

319 SW Pine St.

Portland, OR 97204 United States

Queen Marie Ballroom

Tuesday, September 16, 2025 (3:00 PM - 4:30 PM) (PDT)

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General and Board Meeting
Oct
1

General and Board Meeting

Our general meeting is open to everyone and held on the 1st Wednesday of Every Month.

The next Board Meeting will be held

in person @ District 4 Coalition, 434 NW 6th Ave Suite 202 Portland, OR 97209

Or join online

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88162533495?pwd=zO9mQz0Canb3QBKEZwNMAQWSgTDyPo.1

Meeting ID: 881 6253 3495
Passcode: 843669

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General and Board Meeting
Nov
5

General and Board Meeting

Our general meeting is open to everyone and held on the 1st Wednesday of Every Month.

The next Board Meeting will be held

in person @ District 4 Coalition, 434 NW 6th Ave Suite 202 Portland, OR 97209

Or join online

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88162533495?pwd=zO9mQz0Canb3QBKEZwNMAQWSgTDyPo.1

Meeting ID: 881 6253 3495
Passcode: 843669

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General and Board Meeting
Dec
3

General and Board Meeting

Our general meeting is open to everyone and held on the 1st Wednesday of Every Month.

The next Board Meeting will be held

in person @ District 4 Coalition, 434 NW 6th Ave Suite 202 Portland, OR 97209

Or join online

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88162533495?pwd=zO9mQz0Canb3QBKEZwNMAQWSgTDyPo.1

Meeting ID: 881 6253 3495
Passcode: 843669

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No Vacancy Window Gallery Launch Party
Sep
4

No Vacancy Window Gallery Launch Party

NO VACANCY WINDOW GALLERY ART WALK LAUNCHES ON FIRST THURSDAY, SEPT. 4, FEATURING 17 LOCAL ARTISTS + 17 EMPTY STOREFRONTS

The self-guided art tour through Portland’s Old Town-Chinatown neighborhood turns boarded-up buildings into vibrant art exhibition venues 

Portland’s historic OId Town-Chinatown neighborhood will transform into a free open-air art gallery featuring 17 local artists and 17 vacant buildings. The No Vacancy Window Gallery creates a bold new model for culture-driven streetscapes, showing that art accessibility and economic development can help create lasting change in Portland. The No Vacancy Window Gallery will open on First Thursday, September 4, with a free community block party from 6 to 8 p.m. at elle Gallery, 207 SW Pine Street. The art installations were curated and led by Lauren Lesueur, owner of elle Gallery and made possible through the Multnomah County Community Vitality and Economic Opportunity Grant program. 

“I’m grateful for the opportunity to highlight beautiful historic landmarks in Chinatown-Old Town alongside amazing artists who will inspire everyone through the No Vacancy Window Gallery,” says Lesueur. “This project showcases the county’s support for the artist community by empowering them with a platform and resources to make an impactful change in downtown Portland.”

The self-guided No Vacancy Window Gallery art walk starts at the iconic White Stag Building and will take visitors through Old Town’s culturally rich streetscape. The window exhibits will feature everything from site-specific installations and ceramics to large canvasses, photography, and sculptures.

All the art installations can be viewed from the sidewalk, and the walking gallery will be available to view from September 4 through November 30. Visitors can pick up a map at elle Gallery, Saturday Market or download one here. 

No Vacancy Window Gallery Artists

Franz ‘N Family Footwear

Tylor Rogers

Jasper York

Mark Anthony Brown Jr.

Ruby Webb

Adia Marie Gibbs

Shadrach Subah

See King

Anthony Roberto

Julie Lai

amen, amen. Studio

Wesley James

Ryan Swedenborg

Katharine T. Jacobs

Lauren Lesueur

Anastasio Wrobel

Kim Smith Claudel

The No Vacancy Window Gallery is part of the larger No Vacancy Project, an initiative led by Field States and supported by Prosper Portland and the Old Town Community Association. The No Vacancy Project is a transformational initiative that reimagines Portland’s storefronts by filling empty spaces with vibrant businesses and creative energy. The program provides access to resources, technical support, and community to creative tenants and small businesses activating storefronts, and is currently in its pilot phase, focusing on Old Town.

About elle Gallery

elle Gallery is an extension of ODE by Lauren Lesueur, an arts wellness initiative. The Portland gallery hosts a collective of artists’ work, monthly solo exhibitions and events that foster togetherness. elle started as YOKO Your Creative Objectives, an artist “safe space” to create and bring experiences to life in her hometown Cleveland, Ohio. Since YOKO, the artist Lauren Lesueur has brought a sense of home and belonging to each space she contributes to. More info at ellegalleryportland.com.

About Field States

Field States is a nationally acclaimed urban design and real estate strategy firm based in Portland, Ore. Their work transforms buildings, spaces, and neighborhoods into thriving places through real estate strategy, urban design, and dynamic activation. With curiosity and integrity, they discover latent potential and create lasting economic, social, and environmental value. fieldstates.com

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General and Board Meeting
Sep
3

General and Board Meeting

Our general meeting is open to everyone and held on the 1st Wednesday of Every Month.

The next Board Meeting will be held

in person @ District 4 Coalition, 434 NW 6th Ave Suite 202 Portland, OR 97209

Or join online

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88162533495?pwd=zO9mQz0Canb3QBKEZwNMAQWSgTDyPo.1

Meeting ID: 881 6253 3495
Passcode: 843669

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General and Board Meeting
Aug
6

General and Board Meeting

Our general meeting is open to everyone and held on the 1st Wednesday of Every Month.

The next Board Meeting will be held

in person @ District 4 Coalition, 434 NW 6th Ave Suite 202 Portland, OR 97209

Or join online

https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88162533495?pwd=zO9mQz0Canb3QBKEZwNMAQWSgTDyPo.1

Meeting ID: 881 6253 3495
Passcode: 843669

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