Weekend Fun in Portland: Best Events Under $15!

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Looking for some budget-friendly entertainment in Portland this weekend? Look no further! We've rounded up the best events happening in the city from April 12th to April 14th, all for under $15. Whether you're into films, live music, art markets, or community cleanups, there's something for everyone to enjoy without breaking the bank. Let's dive into the lineup:

Friday, April 12th:

Film Screening: Kick off the weekend with a screening of "Mean Girls (2004)" at Tomorrow Theater. Enjoy the classic teen comedy while improvisers from Kickstand Comedy create scenes based on the film. (Location: Richmond, $15)

Saturday, April 13th:

Film Screening: Experience the iconic neo-Western "Paris, Texas" at Cinema 21. Directed by Wim Wenders, this film offers a slow, deliberate journey through the American landscape. (Location: Nob Hill, $9)

Food & Drink: Celebrate World Foods' 10 Year Anniversary in the Pearl District with sidewalk grilling, cocktail specials, and more. (Location: Northwest Portland, free)

Live Music: Dance the night away at TROPITAAL! Desi Latino Soundclash Vaisakhi Edition with DJ Anjali and The Incredible Kid. Experience a fusion of Latin American and Indian music at Goodfoot. (Location: Kerns, $12)

Spring Art Market: Visit Lloyd Center for the Spectrum Spring Art Market, featuring LGBTQ2SIA+ artists showcasing ceramics, textiles, apparel, and more. (Location: Lloyd District, free)

Visual Art: Explore Anna Rogers's "Ouchie My Hands" woodcut series at Albina Press, and experience Math Bass's "Full Body Parentheses" exhibit at lumber room. (Locations: North Portland, Pearl District, both free)

Sunday, April 14th:

Film Screening: Watch "Little Shop of Horrors" at Tomorrow Theater, accompanied by a pop-up plant sale from Gone West PDX. Enjoy the sci-fi musical with a touch of botanical fun. (Location: Richmond, $15)

Live Music: Immerse yourself in the experimental sounds of Cyane (fka Dolphin Midwives) at Holocene, along with opening performances by Meroitic and Cha Cha. (Location: Buckman, $12 - $15)

Performance: Experience the elegance of Piano Queen at Star Theater, featuring live-singing and piano-playing by Saint Syndrome, joined by Tomboy. (Location: Old Town-Chinatown, $12)

Multi-Day Events:

Film Festival: Don't miss the Civil War film screening at Hollywood Theatre, part of A24's most expensive in-house production to date. Also, explore OMSI's Sci-Fi Film Festival 2024 for a cinematic journey through space. (Locations: Hollywood District, Central Eastside, $10 - $12, passes $65 - $95)

Visual Art: Visit the Japanese American Museum of Oregon for "Craft, Community, and Care: The Art and Legacy of Bob Shimabukuro" and explore various exhibitions across the city, including Francesca Capone's "A Mother's Discourse" at Nationale. (Locations: Old Town-Chinatown, Buckman, free)

Community & Spring Events:

Community Cleanup: Join SOLVE's Oregon Spring Cleanup efforts across various locations to make our planet cleaner and greener. (Various locations, free)

Spring Markets: Explore unique Japanese collectibles at the Cherry Blossom Bazaar, or shop from local vendors at the Portland Bazaar. (Locations: Old Town-Chinatown, Northwest Portland, both free)

With such a diverse range of affordable events happening in Portland this weekend, there's no excuse to stay home. Get out there and make the most of your weekend without breaking the bank!