Portland is set to host a vibrant array of events that cater to various interests, from music enthusiasts to lovers of comedy and unique culinary experiences.
On Thursday, April 17, at Polaris Hall, Nashville band Snõõper will take the stage, bringing a surge of energy inspired by the playful absurdity of eggpunk and Devo-core music. Known for their interactive performances that often feature live papier-mâché puppets, including a giant bug mascot, Snõõper promises a captivating show that can only be enhanced with a live puppet wrestling match against the Decemberists’ famous whale.
Polaris Hall is located at 635 N Killingsworth Court, and doors open at 7 pm. Tickets are priced at $21.17.
For comedy fans, Jimmy O. Yang is set to perform on Friday, April 18, at the Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall. Yang, known for his roles in Silicon Valley and Crazy Rich Asians, brings his “Big & Tall” tour to Portland, combining an engaging mix of self-exaggeration and humor rooted in his experiences as a Hong Kong-born comedian.
The performance begins at 8 pm, and tickets start at $63.07.
For those looking to indulge their taste buds, the ninth annual Baker’s Dozen Coffee Beer & Doughnut Fest will take place on Saturday, April 19, at The Zed at Zoiglhaus Brewing. This festival is a delicious opportunity to kickstart your Saturday, featuring a morning filled with samples from 13 local roasters, brewers, and bakers. Guests should brace themselves for unique combinations, including some beers infused with coffee.
This culinary delight will run from 10 am to 1 pm, and tickets range from $40 to $50.
Additionally, the KinkFest Vendor Market will be open on Saturday and Sunday, April 19-20, at the Portland Expo Center. Although the three-day festival is sold out, the vendor market provides an opportunity for attendees to explore the diverse and inclusive world of BDSM. Here, visitors can discover various products and experiences that reflect the rich tapestry of kink culture.
The market operates from 10 am to 6 pm each day, and admission is $20.
For theater enthusiasts, CoHo Theatre will present “Love, Shakespeare,” an improvised comedy experience. As part of Portland’s Fertile Ground Festival, this production invites audiences to experience the spontaneity of creating a Shakespearean play on the spot, all without a script. It promises a delightful exploration of theatrical creativity reminiscent of an Elizabethan performance, with shows scheduled for Friday at 6:30 pm and Saturday at 2:30 pm, April 18-19. Tickets start at $10.
Lastly, on Tuesday, April 22, the Portland EcoFilm Festival will showcase a selection of New Indigenous Short Films at the Hollywood Theatre. This program, in celebration of Earth Day, highlights the connection Indigenous communities have to the environment. Among the featured works is “Hitoláayca: Going Upriver,” a short film by Portland director Anna Lueck that tells the story of a Nimiipuu man training to become the first certified whitewater guide in his generation.
The film screening begins at 7:30 pm, with tickets priced at $10 to $12.
With such a diverse range of events happening in the upcoming weeks, Portland residents and visitors alike have plenty of reasons to get out and enjoy the city’s thriving arts and cultural scene.
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