Events

21+ // 7:00 pm Doors // Tickets $31

Rusty Cage is the one & only national tribute to Soundgarden. Both Chris Cornell & our lead vocalist hail from Seattle & both received years of vocal coaching from the infamous Maestro himself! Rusty Cage rocks with painstaking attention to vocal detail. Our seasoned musicians have professional associations with Morgan Freeman, Weezer & Screaming Trees. 

Pretty Penny is Portland's ultimate tribute to the Stone Temple Pilots. The Stone Temple Pilots produced many hit songs during this decade & was led by their talented & overly ostentatious frontman, Scott Weiland. Pretty Penny's lead vocalist sounds nearly identical to Scott Weiland's tone & timbre with authentic phrasing & vocal dynamics throughout the setlist. In fact, no other STP tribute in the country comes closer, musically, to the original STP sound than Pretty Penny!

21+ // 7:00 pm Doors // Tickets $8

XRAYFM and Mississippi Studios present Local Love Letters, a monthly series featuring local Portland area artist. This month we've got:

Slender Gems:
Formed in 2018 by longtime DIY musician Jordan LeVeque, whose punk rock bonafides include a stint as  the final resident/booker of North Portland standby Fail House, Slender Gems are a murderer’s row of some of the city’s finest musical talents. Equally influenced by the big, opened-tuned chords of 90s slacker-rock and the elegant shredding of 70s AOR, they are at once grandiose and intimate, with LeVeque’s acerbic observations of our spiritually bankrupt world, a resounding clarion call over their guitar pyrotechnics. 

NUG:
Nug is a musical group made up of four friends in Portland, OR. Blending and bending the genres of Post Punk, Indie Rock, Shoegaze, Nu-metal, Psych Rock, and probably some other things, Nug has been described we-think-affectionately as “Parquet Courts meets Grateful Dead” and “a jam band for people who hate jam bands” and “really friendly guys making loud music”. Nug’s debut record “Kerfuffle” released in February of 2025 and remains released to this very day. Thanks!

Killmer:
Killmer is a rock band formed by three best friends: Nico Carrera (Guitar/Vocals), Austin Gardner (Drums), and Brett Sparrey (Bass/Vocals). Before forming the band they attended many shows together, such as King Gizzard and the Lizard Wizard, Wand, White Denim, and Ty Segall, as well as many inspiring performances at Pickathon. These sonic adventures forged Killmer’s sound into a bionic blend of psychedelic rock with soulful blues overtones, teeming with an undercurrent of garage rock and punk. Utilizing both improvisation and songwriting acumen to put on shows that are bombastic, yet intimate, they implement dual lead vocals to trade off within verses or blend lush harmonies, creating vastly unique soundscapes. With an EP (2024’s Lost and Profound) and debut full-length album (2025’s primo!) in their rear-view, Killmer has already started work on their second studio effort - due autumn 2026 - that proves they are on a journey worth following.

21+ // 8:00 pm Doors // Tickets $11

Get ready for a fun night of dancing to all your favorite hits and requests from the 1980s!

D80s is Portland's longest-running 80s night, celebrating 21 consecutive years of weekly events. It's the official 80s night for Goonies Weekend in Astoria and hosts special events at select venues throughout Portland and across Oregon.
Fans of 80s alternative music will feel right at home-D80s takes requests seriously while keeping each set fresh and dynamic week after week.

All Ages // 7:30 PM Doors // Tickets $18

Mission Theater presents a recurring silent film experience featuring a silent film classic paired with live music.

The General (1926) is a silent action-comedy starring and directed by Buster Keaton, featuring a Civil War-era engineer, Johnny Gray, who steals back his beloved locomotive, "The General," after Union spies steal it. Through daring, self-performed stunts, Gray rescues his girlfriend, disrupts Union plans, and becomes a hero, utilizing stunning visual gags.

The screening will feature live music by local producer, composer, and multi-instrumentalist MLTZR

All Ages // 7 pm Doors // Tickets $24

Made up by Elijah Gibbins-Croft, Oey James, and Ian Robles, Foxtide is a byproduct of being bred by the beach and raised by a DIY house show scene. The SoCal three-piece was formed around garage jam sessions and earned their cult following through the intense vitality of their live shows.

First starting to release music in 2019, it was the band's second EP Visons in 2021 that took them from a hometown secret to a band to watch nationally. Moving into the chapter of their next project, Foxtide is abandoning the idea that they need to create "perfect" music, and simply making what they like to listen to. Tinged with the aloofness of early 2000s rock, while experimenting with the formulas of modern pop, all threads are knotted in the authenticity behind Foxtide's unrelenting love for music.

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/foxtideband/

TikTok:

https://www.tiktok.com/@foxtide.band

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@FoxtideOfficialBand

21+ // 7 pm Doors // Tickets $35

Gus Constantellis (he/him) is a gay, first generation Greek American stand up comedian and writer raised in Brooklyn, whose sharp, fast paced comedy draws from his loud immigrant family, Greek heritage, and raunchy yet relatable dating stories. He has been touring internationally for the past three years and regularly performs at top comedy clubs across the country.  In 2026, Gus expands his storytelling beyond the stage with My Greek Mom's Recipes: She Died. I Wrote This Cookbook, a cookbook inspired by the loss of his larger than life Greek mother. As Gus puts it, "My mom used to say, 'When I die, you're all going to starve.' Instead, she made sure we never would."

Gus is also the co-host of a popular podcast with Christina Mavronos, has  recorded a Comedy Central featuring set, and has written for children's series on Disney Channel, Nickelodeon, and Netflix, including The Lion Guard, Rainbow Rangers, Abby Hatcher, and Gabby's Dollhouse.  

All Ages // 7 pm Doors // Tickets $28

Fresh off electric festival debuts at Lollapalooza and All Things Go in late 2025, Caroline amassed 300k monthly listeners and landed a huge feature in the best-selling game 'Dispatch.' Her fan favorite sleeper hit 'Kissing Someone Else' accumulated over 6 million streams after the song was featured in Episode 1 and the game sold over a million copies in its first week. 2025 also brought Caroline the viral collaboration with fellow indie pop artist Maris with 'Give Me A Sign.' The song landed Caroline a feature for the second year in a row on Spotify's 'Best Pop Songs of 2025' and a co-headline tour. Expect a larger-than-life energy to her iridescent make-up, Bowie-esque boot-and-blazer get-ups and ready-to-risk-it-all ballads that are abundant in brutally honest and vulnerable storytelling lyrics

Twitter:

https://twitter.com/kingsburyxx?lang=en

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/kingsburyxx/?hl=en

Website:

https://www.carolinekingsbury.com/

All Ages // 10 am Opening // Free Entrance

St John's Bizarre is a uniquely curated celebration that will kick off the summer street fair season in Portland. The Bizarre brings music, crafts, and food to the crowds who traditionally attended the St. Johns Parade. There is a amazing lineup of musicians, artisans, makers, creators, food vendors, community groups, and more. The Bizarre is coordinated by a dedicated group of volunteers, all St. Johns residents who work throughout the year with local businesses and the community to make the event happen.

St John's Story - How great it would be if all those people who came down for the parade had a reason to stay and spend their time getting better acquainted with our historic business district and many shops and restaurants.The goal wasn’t to upstage the Parade, but rather to build on those two hours of fun to squeeze out a whole day’s worth! And almost 20 years later, the Bizarre is recognized citywide as one of the best street festivals in Portland!

More Information can be found on there website below.

 https://stjohnsbizarre.com/

All Ages // 7 PM Doors // Tickets $28

Baby Bugs is an alternative music project founded by Bowie. Raised on bluegrass guitar and church hymns, Bowie spent years held under the weight of religious trauma and emotional abuse before discovering that writing their feelings in the form of a song or poem was the only way to express themselves clearly. In 2021 at the age of 18, Bowie released their first song "Hey Bunny". Surpassing 2 million streams in its first 60 days and receiving an outpour from fans encouraging Baby Bugs for more, Bowie decided to continue to write and record songs with the goal to help others who have experienced similar hardships feel less alone.

Instagram:

https://www.instagram.com/babybugsofficial/?hl=en

YouTube:

https://www.youtube.com/@babybugsofficial

TikTok:

https://www.tiktok.com/@officialbabybugs?lang=en

Each Spring Portlanders witness the miracle of rebirth as the blossoms awaken in the most spectacular display in the country. We emerge from the gloomy season to experience a complete visual transformation.

Let us blossom together as we unite while dancing to vintage vinyl spun by GLADiola of grooves - DJ Action Slacks:

Motown
Latin Grooves
60s Soul
Tropical rhythms
Groovy oldies
and other tunes to make you swing towards Spring!

Rarities & Familiar Favorites
All spun by your host DJ Action Slacks

By the end of the evening you'll feel the FLOWER POWER and find a spring in your step!  

Arrive with an open mind, open heart, and willingness to learn WHILE having fun.

This edition of Spring Shing-a-ling is dedicated to the memory of Paco Maribona - champion for human rights, social justice, ecology, and DJ Action Slacks's "West Coast Dad" for 16 years.

25% of admission collected at the door will be donated to Latino Network in his honor.

21+
Sliding scale at the door $15 - $20
You can pay cash or Venmo

Like most DJ Action Slacks dance parties, this event is open to all kind-hearted people, but is geared toward the Portland LGBTQmunity & its allies

All Ages // 7 PM Doors // Tickets $28

Though you may know the band—made up of Jack Miller (vocals, guitar), Conrad Boyd (guitar), Pearce Eisenhardt (guitar), Johny Hohman (bass), and Tommy StClair (drums)—from social media, the American Disco is certain to make their identity in a new way. While their personalities often connect first with viewers, the band’s most resonant connection certainly comes through in their music, and listeners can know them just as well this way. 

Having released the titular single “American Disco” back in February after embarking on a headlining tour of the same name, NEF has had some time to feel early reception with their fans. And because the group is incredibly connected with their fan community, hitting the road and having fun with them is a top priority. 

All Ages // 9 AM - 10 PM Fri/Sat 9AM - 3 PM Sun // Tickets

The One Motorcycle Show is back for its 17th annual gathering, taking over the historic Zidell Yards from May 1st to 3rd, 2026. While the show has seen massive growth over nearly two decades, this year carries a unique weight: with the Portland Diamond Project eyeing Zidell Yards for a potential Major League Baseball stadium, the 2026 show marks a "last chance" to experience the event’s industrial grit at this legendary location before it’s gone for good.

All Ages // 7 PM Door // Tickets $43

Fantastic Negrito

Fantastic Negrito is a powerhouse performer whose live shows are charged with emotion, intensity, and connection. Blending Delta blues, soul, funk, and rock, he delivers dynamic sets built on rhythm, storytelling, and fearless expression. The Oakland-born artist - a three-time GRAMMY winner - has earned a reputation for transforming every show into a deeply engaging, unforgettable experience.

From Glastonbury to Newport Folk, Fantastic Negrito captivates audiences with his mix of grit, humor, and raw honesty. His performances turn struggle into celebration, and his songs take on new life each night, reshaped by the moment and the crowd. Every show is a testament to the power of live music to inspire, challenge, and bring people together.

Since winning NPR's inaugural Tiny Desk Contest, Fantastic Negrito has shared stages with the likes of Bruce Springsteen, Chris Cornell, and Primus, and has collaborated in the studio with Sting, E-40, Tank and the Bangas, and many others. He is also busy producing other artists featured on his independent record label, Storefront Records.

All Ages // 7 PM Door // Tickets $35

Grag Queen

Grag Queen is a singer, songwriter, presenter, and one of the most influential drag queens in the world. Winner of the american reality show "Queen of the Universe" and presenter of "Drag Race Brazil", she has established herself as a complete artist, combining charisma, vocal power, and representation in each new phase of her career.

Now, Grag begins her "Cosmic Era", a project that marks the release of her first album, "Cósmica", and a new artistic phase under contract with Warner Music Group, where she made history as the first drag queen signed by the label in Brazil. The announcement, made on social media, presented an intergalactic and poetic aesthetic that reflects the concept of the album: a dive into sounds that move between disco music, soul, and contemporary pop.

With more than 2.6 million followers on social media and 19 million views on YouTube, Grag Queen reaffirms her position as the true Queen of the Universe, expanding her art and taking Brazilian drag culture to an even more vibrant, sophisticated, and, as the name suggests, "cosmic dimension". 


Bright Light Bright Light

Bright Light Bright Light is Welsh pop artist, producer & DJ Rod Thomas who has called NYC his home for ten years.

He has collaborated with Sir Elton John on 4 songs, with Andy Bell of Erasure, all Scissor Sisters members, Justin Vivian Bond, Sandra Bernhard, a slew of RuPaul's Drag Race alumni - Jujubee, Trinity The Tuck, Katya, Scarlet Envy, Miz Cracker and Scarlet Envy - and has toured the world opening for Cher, Sir Elton John, Erasure, John Grant and Ellie Goulding.

His 4 studio albums have won praise from critics and contemporaries alike, with the most current album 'Enjoy Youth' features star turns from current musical powerhouse GRAMMY nominated Mykal Kilgore alongside artists who soundtracked his own youth: dance legend Ultra Naté, the voice of Air's 'All I Need' Beth Hirsch, Top 5 hitmaker Berri and producer of stars like Kylie Minogue, Kelis, Rachel Stevens & Sugababes Richard X.

Alongside his renowned stage shows, his DJ sets have also won a legion of fans - from his weekly Time Out Recommended Tea Dances in NYC (Romy & Michele's Saturday Afternoon Tea Dance at Alan Cumming's bar) to his sets at Glastonbury, at NYC's MoMA, DC's Smithsonian or a slew of Pride Festivals across the US, UK and Europe. As well as his favorite pop, disco and dance picks, he is known for his mashups which have amassed millions of views across TikTok and Instagram Reels, winning praise from dozens of high profile celebrities and even BBC Radio 2 play.

Described as possessing "Working Girl-era realness" by Rolling Stone and as "Fabulous" by Sir Elton John, Rod aka BLBL has won fans of critics and contemporaries alike with his effervescent pop music.

Frosted with a little nostalgia, his music is hugely inspired by cinema and pop culture, bubbling with Easter Eggs and nods to his favorite artists and films. 

It's FREE

21+ // Doors 7 PM // Tickets $42

The Messthetics

The Messthetics are an instrumental trio featuring Brendan Canty (drums), Joe Lally (bass), and Anthony Pirog (guitar).

Brendan Canty and Joe Lally were the rhythm section of the band Fugazi from its inception in 1987 to its period of hiatus in 2002. This is the first band they’ve had together since then. Anthony Pirog is a jazz and experimental guitarist based in Washington, D.C. One half of the duo Janel & Anthony, he has emerged as a primary figure in the city’s out-music community.

The trio’s debut includes nine songs recorded at Canty’s practice space throughout 2017, live and mostly without overdubs. It’s a snapshot of a band dedicated to the live ideal, where structure begets improvisation.

21 + // Doors 7 PM // Tickets $8

XRAYFM and Mississippi Studios present Local Love Letters, a monthly series featuring local Portland area artist. This month we've got: