Portland Sunday Parkways

09/04/2026

🧳Get ready for Portland Staycation Weekend, September 11–13!

Rediscover Portland with exclusive Staycation hotel offers, local perks, and unforgettable downtown experiences. Explore, indulge, wander — and fall in love with the city all over again.

🚲 Stop by on 9/13 during Portland Sunday Parkways and check out the new Cultural District Plaza in front of the Museum!

Plan your Staycation → https://www.portlandstaycation.com/

09/04/2026

🚲 Skip the parking and ride together to Downtown Sunday Parkways presented by Kaiser Permanente!

On Sunday, Sept. 13, join your neighbors on one of seven guided Bike Bus routes from neighborhoods across Portland to Downtown Sunday Parkways.

In partnership with Mike Bennett Studios, each route has its own illustrated safety critter to guide the way: Frog, Snail, Slug, Sloth, Manatee, Chameleon, and Turtle.

Volunteer ride leaders will guide the group on inbound rides to Downtown Sunday Parkways and outbound rides from the event, so you can enjoy the day and make the trip together.

Bike Bus routes and ride times are subject to change based on volunteer availability.

Find your route, departure times, and the latest Bike Bus details: bit.ly/spbikebus26

Want to stay up to date on the Downtown Portland Sunday Parkways event? Text "Downtown" to 888-520-0526 to receive event-specific updates, route maps, and day-of reminders delivered straight to your phone.

09/02/2026

09/02/2026

Don't miss our last bike fair of the season in SW Portland, on Thursday, Sept. 3 from 3-5:30 p.m. at Multnomah Arts Center!

All activities are free and for all-ages, including:
- Learn to ride lessons for kids and adults
- Bike skills course to practice safe riding
- Free Quick-fix Bike Repair to make sure your bike is rolling smoothly and safely
- Guided community ride: a low-stress 1-2 mile ride to practice biking on city streets
- Free helmet distribution and helmet fitting to make sure you're protected

Participants are encouraged to bring their own bikes. There will be bikes of various sizes available for children and adults to borrow for the Learn to Ride lessons.

This event is hosted in partnership with the Multnomah Arts Center and the Community Cycling Center. This event is made possible by Metro and the Federal Transit Administration.

For more information, visit portland.gov/SW-Bike-Fair-2026

Portland Sunday Parkways City of Portland, OR SWTrails Portland Multnomah Neighborhood Association

08/25/2026

Walk, Roll & Belong at Downtown Sunday Parkways presented by Kaiser Permanente!

In celebration of Welcoming Week 2026, the City of Portland’s Office of Community & Civic Life is teaming up with Downtown Sunday Parkways on Sunday, Sept. 13, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Explore 2.3 miles of car-free Downtown streets and stop by participating city and community booths at Pioneer Courthouse Square to learn about available resources and services, and participate in activities for a chance to win a bike!

This special collaboration celebrates this year’s Welcoming Week theme, “From Arrival to Belonging,” and creates a fun, accessible way for immigrant and refugee communities to connect with resources, build community, and enjoy Sunday Parkways together.

Sign up today at bit.ly/welcomingweeksignup and learn more about Welcoming Week 2026 at bit.ly/welcomingweek26.

08/21/2026

Experience Downtown Portland car-free during Portland Sunday Parkways!

Join Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) and presenting sponsor Kaiser Permanente on Sunday, Sept. 13, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. for the final Sunday Parkways event of the 2026 season!

Walk, bike, roll, and shop along 2.3 miles of car-free streets while exploring Downtown’s public spaces, cultural destinations, and local businesses.

Along the way, enjoy free live entertainment, family-friendly activities, marketplaces, and an energetic block party atmosphere at destinations including Darcelle XV Plaza, the new Cultural District Plaza, Pioneer Courthouse Square, the Portland State University Park Blocks, Lovejoy Fountain, and more — including Fantasy Fest hosted by Geek Week PDX at Director Park.

Skip the parking and Bike Bus to Downtown! Join one of seven free guided bike bus routes traveling to and from the event. Each route features its own illustrated safety critter created in partnership with Mike Bennett Studios. Find your route and ride details on the Sunday Parkways website.

Make a weekend of it with Portland Staycation! RSVP at PDXStaycay.com for a virtual Local’s Pass and unlock special offers and experiences from 100 participating local businesses, including hotel deals, dining specials, and entertainment.

Plan your Downtown Sunday Parkways adventure at bit.ly/downtownSP26.

For event updates and day-of reminders delivered straight to your phone, text “Downtown” to 888-520-0526. Standard text message rates may apply. Opt out anytime by texting “STOP.”

08/03/2026

North Portland, you blew us away! An estimated 29,000 people joined us to celebrate Portland Sunday Parkways, presented by Kaiser Permanente Northwest, as we debuted our brand-new North Portland route and our first-ever event featuring Downtown St. Johns. Thank you for turning it into an unforgettable community celebration.
 
Seeing N Willamette Boulevard transformed into a car-free community space was one of the day’s most memorable moments for our team. Neighbors, families, and friends experiencing the new protected bikeway while connecting with one another showcased exactly what Sunday Parkways is all about.

Every stop along the route was buzzing with activity! Participants cooled off in the McCoy Park splash pad and joined in interactive drumming, got moving at Columbia Park’s fitness tent, laced up free roller skates with Rose City Rollers while DJ Doc Rock kept the party going at McKenna Park, and explored the open streets of Downtown St. Johns filled with local businesses, vendor booths, live music, and community organizations.

A heartfelt thank you to our volunteers for making our longest route of the season possible, and to our sponsors, community partners, local businesses, vendors, entertainers, and everyone who helped create such a joyful day.

We’ll see you on September 13 for the Downtown Portland Sunday Parkways season finale!

07/31/2026

Portland Sunday Parkways Presented by Kaiser Permanente debuts a brand-new North Portland route this Sunday, August 2!

Explore 6.7 miles of car-free streets while enjoying live entertainment, local vendors, and family-friendly activities at McCoy Park, McKenna Park, Columbia Park, and Downtown St. Johns.

There's something for everyone at this free community event from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Here are just a few highlights:

🏀 Play the Kaiser Permanente Sticker Hunt by visiting the MOVE, PLAY, NOURISH, and CONNECT booths at all four featured parks. Collect every sticker to earn a prize!

🚲 Stop by the Portland Rides booth in Downtown St. Johns to test ride an e-bike and learn about Portland Rides rebates

🐐 Visit Wonderwood Springs at N Lombard St and N Chicago Ave for adorable baby goats and a round of mini golf.

📚 Visit Multnomah County Library's newly renovated St. Johns location on Charleston Ave, meet library staff, and pick up fun giveaways from noon to 3 p.m.

🛼 Borrow a free pair of roller skates from Rose City Rollers and join DJ Doc Rock for a lively roller disco at McKenna Park.

💪 Try yoga, Zumba, Bollywood dance hosted by DJ Prashant, and Sistahs4life Soul Line Dance at Columbia Park’s fitness tent.

🎶 Catch live performances from Friends of Noise, St Johns Yacht Club, Flyover States, Aaron Nigel Smith, and more throughout the day at the St. Johns Plaza and McCoy Park music stages.

🎈 Bring the whole family and enjoy free face painting by Romonsta, balloon art, Circus Cascadia circus activities, Portland Ultimate kan jam, and more!

Stay in the loop! Text "North" to 888-520-0526 to receive event updates, route maps, and day-of reminders. Standard messaging rates apply. Reply STOP to opt out at any time.

View the full programming schedule at bit.ly/northentertainment.

07/30/2026

07/28/2026

Move, explore, collect, and win! Our Presenting Sponsor, Kaiser Permanente, invites you to join the fun on August 2 as we celebrate the new North Portland route. Visit every Sticker Hunt stop, complete your map, and redeem a prize at any Kaiser Permanente booth. Learn more at kp.org/sundayparkways.