Milk Carton Boat Race

A fun, family-friendly event and all part of the Portland Rose Festival. Children and adults race and show off handmade boats that float only using recycled milk cartons and jugs.  Categories from ages 7 and up. Starting point is at the Casting Pond in Westmoreland Park, 7700 SE 22nd Ave,... Read More

Portland Starlight Parade

Downtown Portland, Oregon Portland, OR

The Starlight Parade is the one of the Rose Festival's most popular events offering electrified funky fun for everyone. Traditional marching bands and flood-lit floats, glow-in-the-dark umbrellas and unique hand-built entries create a vibe like no other on Portland's downtown streets. The Starlight Parade continues a longtime festival tradition from... Read More