PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Searching for things to do during the first weekend of October? Look no further.
There is no shortage of Portland events centered around Halloween, food and other fun.
When: Friday, Oct. 4 and Saturday, Oct. 5 from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m.
Where: 100 SE Alder Street Portland, Oregon 97214
The fall edition of the Portland Night Market will feature food vendors, baby goats, fun photo-ops, local artists and more. The event is free for all ages.
When: Friday, Oct. 4 and Saturday, Oct. 5 at 7 p.m.
Where: Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 300 N Ramsay Wy, Portland, OR 97227
Season of Screams is kicking off its opening weekend with new scares and vendors in a 40,000-square-foot exhibit hall. Attendees will recognize the familiar Underhill Manor and Terror Ship attractions, along with the new Witches Bog.
When: Friday, Oct. 4 and Saturday, Oct. 5 at various times
Where: U.S. Bancorp Tower, 111 SW 5th Ave #1250, Portland, OR 97204
In its 11th year, FashioNXT will highlight Portland’s fashion scene in the iconic Big Pink for the first time ever. The runway shows will also showcase designers from other parts of the Pacific Northwest and New York City.
When: Saturday, Oct. 5 from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Where: Zupan’s Market, 7221 S Macadam Ave, Portland, OR 97219 and 2340 W Burnside St, Portland, OR 97210
All Zupan’s Market locations will offer fresh Kumamoto oyster shooters for $3. Customers can pair them with discounted wine or beer on sale for as little as $3 to $7.
When: Friday, Oct. 4 from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 5 from 12 p.m. to 10 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 6 from 12 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Where: Portland Expo Center, 2060 Marine Dr W, Portland, OR 97217
Hundreds of tattoo artists and similar vendors will take over the Portland Expo Center this weekend. Attendees can get some new ink or buy merch from brands like Sonny’s House of Tattoos and Treasures and Inkaffeinated Collective. Tickets cost $25 per day or $60 for three-day admission.
When: Friday, Oct. 4 through Sunday, Oct. 6 at various times
Where: Hollywood Theatre, 4122 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97212
H.P. Lovecraft Film Festival will highlight the best independent films in the horror genre on all three of the Hollywood Theatre’s screens. The three-day event also includes author talks, readings and art. The full festival pass costs $90.
When: Sunday, Oct. 6 at various times
Where: Tom McCall Waterfront Park, 98 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR 97204
It’s not too late to sign up for the annual Portland Marathon, half marathon or 10K presented by Oregon Health and Science University. Runners over 21 years old will receive a free, Oregon-brewed beer at the finish line.
