20 years of Runaway Productions—two decades of groundbreaking music, unforgettable performances, and a lasting impact on the culture. This special event takes place on Friday, February 21st, at Star Theater, bringing together some of the most influential artists, DJs, and supporters who have been part of the journey.
Expect an incredible night of live performances, DJ sets, and special guest appearances, all in honor of the legacy that Runaway Productions has built over the years. Whether you’ve been rocking with them from the beginning or just discovering the movement, this is a night you won’t want to miss.
Doors at 8 PM | 21+
Secure your spot and be part of history—let’s celebrate two decades of independent hustle, community, and culture!
Saturday, February 15th from 7pm-12am, the Gathering of the Tribes, presented by Impact! Sound and XRAY.fm
With DJ sets from Shockman (Dub), YT (DanceHall), Action Slacks (Soul), Nomad (Reggae), Cucia (Cumbia).
$5 at the door and All Ages at the Cravedog warehouse at 665 N Tillamook St
We're Going to Dance and Have Some Fun!
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.
TIME - 8 pm to the Midnight Hour
WHERE - The World Famous Kenton Club
ADMISSION - Sliding Scale - $10 - $20 (cash or Venmo)
21+
*Please be considerate to others and test for COVID prior to attending events, particularly because we don't know what the future holds in terms of health care in the coming months/years. THANKS
The Portland Winter Light Festival (PDXWLF), Presented by PGE, is set to dazzle Portland from February 7 to 15, 2025, as it celebrates it's 10th anniversary. With over 150 stunning art installations, live performances, and
interactive experiences, the festival promises to be brighter than ever before.
The 10th-anniversary event, themed “A Light For Tomorrow: A Technicolor Future,” will
brighten Portland this February, transforming the city into a tapestry of art.
● Opening Night Ceremony: The 10th anniversary will kick off on Friday, February 7th, at
Pioneer Courthouse Square. The event will include mesmerizing performances and fire
dancing.
● International light artists and more art than ever before! Large-scale sculptures: A
Flaming Dragon by Ivan McLean, Cosmic Delight by New York artist Jason Peters, Light
Falls by Brazilian artist Leandro Mendes, and Parastella by Christopher Schardt. Guests
are encouraged to seek them out!
● Glow Bar Returns: The Glow Bar will pop up Downtown for four nights, offering art, live
DJs, seasonal cocktails, a signature dumpling for The Oregonian/OregonLive's Dumpling
Week, and Proletariat Butchery’s award-winning Butcher’s Burger. Open to all ages from
6–8 PM and 21+ until midnight.
● Fun Lovin’ Silent Disco: Dance the night away at the Electric Blocks, accompanied by
large-scale projection mapping by Mark Johns and John Hunter.
● Interactive Map: A new naviga8on system will allow guests to seamlessly find art
installa8ons throughout the city.
● Calling volunteers! Sign up here and help bring the Festival to life.
Free to attend, Visit www.pdxwlf.com for a comprehensive list of art, performances, live events,
and sponsorship opportunities.
No Requests returns to McMenamins White Eagle Saloon for its January edition! Join DJ Ambush and DJ Klyph on Sunday, January 26th for an evening celebrating the golden era of Hip-Hop.
This monthly event is a curated experience for true Hip-Hop heads, honoring the sounds and culture that defined a generation. As always, there’s no cover, so come through and vibe with us in an intimate setting.
Supported by:
• McMenamins
• White Eagle Saloon
• Pac West Group
• JL25
Where: McMenamins White Eagle Saloon
When: Sunday, January 26th | Doors at 6 PM
Come early, grab a drink, and immerse yourself in the music that shaped the culture. This is No Requests!
PDX Soul & Pac West Group Presents Sneaks & Drinks Brunch at Alberta Street Pub From Noon Till 3 pm DJ Luv One will be on the Ones & Twos Please Bring Your Family And Friends and Come Play Games, Eat Some Great Food , Dance, Mingle, and Bring Your Best Show Game See You There
XRAY FM will be joining the party, as will Philly Finds and Western Hearts Handmade.
Come join us It's FREE! What do you have to lose?
All Ages // 5 PM doors Friday 1 PM Saturday // Tickets and Schedule
Portland's annual two day celebration of folk, Americana and roots music hosted by the
historic Crystal Ballroom. See 35 artists on 2 stages with all proceeds
donated to Sunstone Way and Music Portland.
All Ages // 5 PM doors Friday 1 PM Saturday // Tickets and Schedule
Portland's annual two day celebration of folk, Americana and roots music hosted by the
historic Crystal Ballroom. See 35 artists on 2 stages with all proceeds
donated to Sunstone Way and Music Portland.
As we head into an uncertain future, you may find yourself wanting to lay low. Don't allow anyone to rob you of joy!
This month's edition of FLAME is dedicated to encouraging you to KEEP YOUR LIGHT BURNING BRIGHT!
Please wear sparkly, shiny, twinkling looks for this DANCE PARTY! LIGHT UP THE NIGHT & celebrate our LGBTQ+ community, drawing strength from each other as we get ready to face some of the greatest challenges in recent history. Together we will spark an eternal FLAME of determination!
Trip the light fantastic to vintage vinyl of the 1950s, 1960s, and beyond! Vintage Music for Modern TIMES! Familiar Faves & Rarities! Soul, R&B, Oldies, + more
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.
TIME - 8 pm to the Midnight Hour
WHERE - The World Famous Kenton Club
ADMISSION - Sliding Scale - $10 - $20 (cash or Venmo)
21+
******FLAME is an LGBTQ-centric party and welcomes allies
*Please be considerate to others and test for COVID prior to attending events, particularly because we don't know what the future holds in terms of health care in the coming months/years. THANKS
21+//7 PM Doors 8 PM Show//$40-$85 Advanced $45-$90 DoS
Polish Ambassador with
Random Rab
Scott Nice
Akal Dub
Grandfather Gold
Musician. Producer. Beatsmith. Recording artist. Composer. Dance-floor general. Label-head. A mystery man of many hats, The Polish Ambassador rocks more than just a trademark jumpsuit, authoring sublime, intentional artistic works, animated safaris in technicolor sound. At first breath, The Polish Ambassador was an experiment, David Sugalski’s sound-art passion project that came to life. An inventive, imaginary character bor Bold Keyboard shortcut Command+Bn of humble, humorous beginnings, he found his first audiences through the support of primitive digital radio stations. Today, TPA is among the premier EDM/live crossover artists in the country with millions of listeners around the world; he’s consistently in-demand at the live music-focused gatherings and boutique electronic festivals from coast to coast. Founder of independent label Jumpsuit Records, an environmentalist and early progenitor of the permaculture action movement, the world’s funkiest diplomat is here to party with a purpose.
J Rocc & Vursatyl Live at White Eagle Saloon
With Special Guest DJ Rev Shines
December 29th, 2024 | Doors: 7:30 PM | Show: 8 PM
Prepare for an unforgettable night of Hip Hop and turntable mastery as J Rocc and Vursatyl the Great co-headline an electrifying evening at the historic White Eagle Saloon.
J Rocc, the legendary DJ and founding member of the Beat Junkies, will showcase his world-renowned turntable skills, blending Hip Hop, funk, and soul to keep the energy high and the crowd moving. Sharing the stage is Vursatyl, the lyrical powerhouse from Lifesavas, known for his intricate wordplay and dynamic stage presence, representing the best of Portland’s Hip Hop scene.
The night also features special guest DJ Rev Shines, celebrated for his deep crates and impeccable taste in rare grooves, Hip Hop, and soul. As a member of Lifesavas and Quannum Projects, Rev Shines will set the perfect vibe to round out this epic night of music.
Don’t miss this incredible lineup of talent under one roof. 21+ event. Tickets available now!
Robert Glasper Live at Roseland Theater This Sunday
Portland, get ready for an unforgettable night of genre-defying music! This Sunday, December 15th, the incomparable Robert Glasper will bring his extraordinary talent to the Roseland Theater for what promises to be an evening filled with soul, jazz, hip-hop, and everything in between.
Known for his ability to effortlessly blend genres and redefine the boundaries of contemporary music, Glasper is a multi-Grammy-winning artist celebrated for his work with The Robert Glasper Experiment, his collaborations with icons like Kendrick Lamar and Erykah Badu, and his acclaimed Black Radio series.
Event Details:
• Date: Sunday, December 15, 2024
• Time: Doors open at 7 PM | Show starts at 8 PM
• Location: Roseland Theater, 8 NW 6th Ave, Portland, OR
Whether you’re a longtime fan or new to his music, this is a show you don’t want to miss. Grab your tickets now and prepare for an evening of musical brilliance that only Robert Glasper can deliver.
Head to Roseland Theater’s website or your preferred ticket outlet to secure your spot.
2nd Annual Cravin' Gravy and Friends Holiday Pop Up
Saturday, December 14th. Noon - 8pm. 665 N Tilamook St
Featuring tables and sale items from record labels, XRAY.fm and local makers
Vendors include
- Kill Rock Stars
- The Submissive Stone
- Philly Finds
- Western Hearts Handmade
- Fluff & Gravy
- Portland Jazz Composers Ensemble
- Cravedog
- Jealous Butcher Records
- XRAY.fm
Meet us at the Kenton Club to dance to JOYOUS mid century vintage vinyl: 1950s & 1960s Soul, oldies, pop, rock n roll, R&B etc.
Familiar Favorites mixed with rarities!
DJ Action Slacks will deck the halls with holiday lights & decor!
Dance along, sing along, commune with others.
Warm your heart
Feed your soul
8 pm to Midnight
21+
*LGBTQ-centric but allies are encouraged to join us!
Sliding Scale $10 - $20 (cash or venmo)
$60 Advance $70 DoS //All Ages with 21 + Balcony
Doors at 6:30 PM Show at 8:00 PM
In the vibrant empire of Hip-Hop, few realms are as revered as the one sculpted by The LOX. Unwavering over three decades, the trio comprising Jadakiss, Styles P, and Sheek Louch has etched their anthem in the golden annals of rap, and now, they’re taking their celebration to the streets.
On stages saturated with history, the 30th Anniversary Tour is set to be more than a series of concerts—it’s a homecoming for fans who have grown with their music and a powerful reintroduction to the uninitiated. The LOX’s arsenal of raw lyricism has united hip-hop heads under the unifying beat of their discography.
All Ages // Doors 7pm, Show 8pm
GET TICKETS // $27.50 Advance, $30 Day of Show, $37.50 Advance 21+ Balcony
Zack Fox is an Atlanta-raised rapper, DJ, actor, comedian, artist, and writer with an ever-expanding following and footprint on the culture.
An ascendent musician who has played sold out shows and festivals across North America, Europe, and Australia, Zack released his debut album 'shut the fuck up talking to me' independently via Alpha Pup in October 2021 featuring production from The Alchemist, Kenny Beats, and BNYX. His follow up r&b EP 'wood tip' was released in December 2022. In 2024 Zack is in full DJ mode. Looking to develop this side of his business and expand his fanbase.
Beyond music - Zack currently plays the clueless yet lovable Tariq in the Emmy award-winning hit comedy Abbott Elementary.