Looking for fun ways to connect with your community this August? We’ve rounded up some great events happening throughout Oregon, from game nights and LEGO fun to kayaking, dancing, and family activities. Be sure to register in advance where required!
Connection Club
Aug. 2 – Fun with Legos (St. Helens)
Register: https://charity.pledgeit.org/SHLegos
Aug. 7 – Game Night (Beaverton)
Register: https://charity.pledgeit.org/PIEGameNight
Aug. 16 – Fun with Legos (Salem)
Register: https://charity.pledgeit.org/SalemLegos
Aug. 17 – Fun with Legos (Beaverton)
Register: https://charity.pledgeit.org/Lego
Aug. 20 – Family Day at the Park (Salem)
Register: https://charity.pledgeit.org/FieldDaySalem
Aug. 23 – Dinner & a Movie (St. Helens)
Register: https://charity.pledgeit.org/SHMovie
Aug. 24 – Family Day at the Park (Newberg)
Register: https://charity.pledgeit.org/FieldDayNewberg
Aug. 25 – Family Day at the Park (West Linn)
Register: https://charity.pledgeit.org/FieldDayWestLinn
Aug. 28 – Karaoke Night (Beaverton)
Register: https://charity.pledgeit.org/PIEKaraoke
Club EMU
Aug. 11 | 6:30–9:00 PM
August Taco Tuesday (West Side) & Bingo
Register: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/august-taco-tuesday-west-side-and-bingo
Aug. 14 | 6:30–9:00 PM
Game Club: Neurodiversity Celebration
Aug. 22 | 10:00 AM–1:30 PM
Kayaking with Club EMU
Register: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/kayaking-with-club-emu
Club EMU Talent Showcase
Submissions due September 1
Right of Passage
Aug. 13 | 10:00–11:00 AM
Block Walk (Beaverton)
Learn more: https://www.rightofpassage.net/events/block-walk-in-beaverton
Connection Club
Aug. 4 – Art & Legos at the Park
Register: https://charity.pledgeit.org/Park2
Aug. 18 – Art & Legos at the Park
Register: https://charity.pledgeit.org/Park
Aug. 25 – OMSI Day
Register: https://charity.pledgeit.org/OMSI-Weekday
The Arc Portland Metro
Club Impact
Aug. 3 – Bingo Night
https://thearcpdx.org/event/club-impact-bingo-night-monday-august-3rd/
Aug. 10 – DJ Lamar’s Dance Night
https://thearcpdx.org/event/club-impact-dj-lamars-dance-night-august-10th/
Aug. 17 – Birthday Game Night
https://thearcpdx.org/event/club-impact-birthday-game-night-august-17th/
Club Mosaic
Aug. 5 – Clackamas Town Center
https://thearcpdx.org/event/club-mosaic-clackamas-town-center-august-5th/
Aug. 12 – Washington Square Mall
https://thearcpdx.org/event/club-mosaic-washington-square-mall-august-12th/
Summer Blast
Aug. 31
https://thearcpdx.org/event/summer-blast-2026-august-31st/ind opportunities to explore, connect, and make the most of everything summer has to offer. Have a safe, fun, and memorable July!
Northern Oregon
Aug. 5 – Hot Dog Wednesdays: Summer Send Off (Beaverton)
Celebrate the end of summer with an evening of food, games, and community fun while learning about upcoming fall programs.
https://www.tualatinhillsparks.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=11335&month=8&year=2026&day=2&calType=0
Aug. 7 – Movie in the Park: A Minecraft Movie (Portland)
Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy a free outdoor movie under the stars at Mill Park.
https://www.pdxpipeline.com/2026-free-portland-summer-concerts-movies-in-the-parks/
Wednesdays–Sundays | August–September – Swan Island Dahlia Festival (Canby)
Stroll through acres of colorful dahlias at this free annual festival, open to all ages.
https://www.pdxpipeline.com/2026-swan-island-dahlia-festival-08-2026/
Coastal Oregon
Aug. 7 – Bird Watching Experience
Enjoy a guided bird watching adventure along the beautiful Oregon Coast.
https://visittheoregoncoast.com/cities/bird-watching-explorience-9/
Aug. 15 – Sand Art Contest (Lincoln City)
Watch talented artists transform the beach into incredible works of art or join the fun yourself.
https://visittheoregoncoast.com/cities/sand-art-contest/
Aug. 22–23 – Annual Blackberry Arts Festival (Coos Bay)
Celebrate local art, food, live entertainment, and community during this beloved annual festival.
https://visittheoregoncoast.com/cities/2026-blackberry-arts-festival/
Southern Oregon
Aug. 7–9 – Pirates of the Pacific Festival (Brookings)
Enjoy a pirate-themed weekend featuring entertainment, vendors, family activities, and coastal fun.
https://www.whattodoinsouthernoregon.com/summer-festivals/pirates-of-the-pacific-festival-in-brookings
Aug. 14–16 – Sutherlin Blackberry Festival & Car Show (Sutherlin)
Spend the weekend enjoying classic cars, delicious food, live entertainment, and family-friendly activities.
https://www.whattodoinsouthernoregon.com/summer-festivals/sutherlin-blackberry-festival-southern-oregon
Aug. 29–30 – Fort Umpqua Days (Elkton)
Step back in time with historical demonstrations, local vendors, and community celebrations.
https://www.whattodoinsouthernoregon.com/summer-festivals/fort-umpqua-days-elkton
Eastern Oregon
Aug. 1 – Elgin Sasquatch Festival (Elgin)
Celebrate all things Bigfoot with vendors, activities, entertainment, and plenty of family fun.
https://visiteasternoregon.com/poi/elgin-sasquatch-festival/?f=5439
Aug. 15 – Cove Cherry Fair (Cove)
Enjoy a small-town tradition featuring food, crafts, entertainment, and community festivities.
https://visiteasternoregon.com/poi/cove-cherry-fair-2/?f=5439
Aug. 1 – Haines Stampede Demolition Derby (Haines)
Experience the excitement as drivers battle it out in this crowd-favorite demolition derby.
https://hainesstampede.com/derby-information
