Mardi Gras Parade

A free, family-friendly community event on Mississippi Avenue, Portland OR. There will be a kids costume contest prior to the parade. 6-9 pm

Portland Mardi Gras Ball

Tiffany Center Emerald Ballroom 1410 SW Morrison St, Portland, OR

The Portland’s annual Mardi Gras Ball has been listed by the New Orleans Times-Picayune as one of the Top-5 most authentic Mardi Gras celebrations in the United States outside of Louisiana. This is no half-hearted plastic bead and powdered hurricane mix party, this is a critical mass of Louisiana revelry... Read More

$35

Paddy Hough Parade

This annual parade will be celebrating its 28th year during this all community event, including Hough Elementary School students, students from other local schools and preschools, car clubs, local dignitaries as well as many Vancouver and vicinity community members and organizations. The parade celebrates Patrick “Paddy” Hough, the Irish immigrant... Read More

Seattle Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival

One of the longest running festivals in Seattle, the Cherry Blossom & Japanese Cultural Festival celebrates the long friendship between the State of Washington and Japan.   Many different events where you can immerse yourself into the Japanese culture, or watch a performance. A  great family event. Seattle Center Armory,... Read More

World Rhythm Festival

Seattle Center Armory 305 Harrison St, Seattle, WA

The 26th annual World Rhythm Festival will be a one-day affair in 2019. With a full day of performances, classes, and family fun.  Immerse yourself in world music, drum, and dance.  The festival is packed with a range of world music traditions including African, Middle-Eastern, Latin, Indian, Brazilian, North Amerian,... Read More

Holi Festival of Colors

Phinney Center 6532 Phinney Ave N, Seattle, WA

Celebrate this traditional Indian festival with entertainment, food, and a fun color fight! Holi – “The Festival of Color” or “The Festival of Love” – celebrates spring, connection, and the triumph of good over evil.  As we are covered by colors and skin tones disappear, we can all become one... Read More

$10

Brazilian Carnival Ball

The Bossa Nova Ballroom 722 East Burnside Street, Portland, OR

Our 7th Annual Brazilian Carnaval Ball is coming! This year we will be celebrating our African heritage with "AFRICA BRASIL" You will experience a powerful Rio Carnaval style drum band with African influences: +Marcio & the Brazilian Nutz +Mandela Dance Performance +Dj Dígo Dalí +Amazing Guests +VIP Lounge with Private... Read More

Kell’s Irish Pub St. Patrick’s Festival

Kell's Irish Pub 112 SW Second Ave, Portland, OR

A northwest tradition since 1983.  Celebrate all things Irish with a weekend full of events at Kell's.  Inside the pub there will be music, outside in the tent will be Irish dancers, pipers, live music, and a chance to watch a live Irish v USA boxing event.  Following the annual... Read More