21+
Sliding scale at the door $10 - $20
Come celebrate Record Store Day at Mint Gallery Records (3912 N Mississippi Ave)! Live music will be going all day, including XRAY's own DJ Wednesday of Six Beats Under! Over 200 special limited edition RSD releases will also be available.
Join us for music, art, drinks & treats!
7033 NE Glisan // 6-9pm // Free
Opening reception with paintings by Anthony Clementi and a DJ set by XRAY's own Joe Ball!
Join us on Sunday, March 23rd, from 6–9 PM at McMenamins White Eagle Saloon for a special edition of No Requests, celebrating the Ladies of Hip Hop!
DJ Ambush and DJ Klyph will be spinning classics and deep cuts from the women who’ve shaped the culture, bringing nothing but the real vibes. Plus, 503 Records will be in the building with a curated selection of vinyl for sale.
No cover, no requests—just great music and good energy. Pull up and celebrate with us!
Respected LadyLand Radio Show host DJ Action Slacks commemorates Women's History Month with a special presentation. With three decades of experience in the music and nightlife industry, she will share reflections on her journey as well as pay tribute to some of her favorite women performers in mid-century dance music. Join us for a celebration of women's contributions to the music and record scene!
Dance to vintage vinyl (1950-1980) by women!
Soul - "classic" Rock - Pop - Blues - "oldies" - Latin - International - Disco - Glam
Familiar Favorites & Rarities!
Whether they released dozens of records or just one, these women created the musical document of our experiences, thoughts, & feelings during a time when women's civil rights were becoming a political issue.
10pm to Midnight will be mostly 1960s & 1970s music
No Requests: Dill La Soul – A Tribute to Dilla & De La Soul
DJ Ambush and DJ Klyph present a special edition of No Requests! Join them on Sunday, February 23rd, for Dill La Soul – a soulful tribute to the groundbreaking sounds of J Dilla and De La Soul.
📍 McMenamins White Eagle Saloon
📅 Sunday, February 23, 2025
🕕 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
🎟️ No Cover – Just good vibes and great music!
Spend the evening celebrating the legacy of two hip-hop icons with expertly curated sets by DJ Ambush and DJ Klyph. Whether you’re a longtime fan or discovering their genius for the first time, this is an event you won’t want to miss.
No Requests: The vibe is the focus. Come early and stay late!
"It's not a party, it's a vibe"
2 DJs | 4 Decks | No Requests
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!
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
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!
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
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)
Let Loose & shake your caboose!
Funky Soul
Funky Rock n Roll
Funky Blues
Funky Country
Funky Tropical
Funky Jazz
Funky Latin
and MORE!
TIME - 8 pm to the Midnight Hour
WHERE - The World Famous Kenton Club
ADMISSION - Sliding Scale - $10 - $20 (cash or Venmo)
21+
COSTUMES ENCOURAGED!
Featuring:
- DJ DNA (Beautiful Music, Tue 4-6pm)
- DJ Corporate Events (aka XRAY Alum Jason Urick of Galaxy My Dear)
- DJ RockNRoll Jackie (aka Jackie Stewart, ex-member of the hallowed Portland ensemble Smegma, current member of Portland duo The Tenses)
To RSVP for the event visit
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeLSXkEvsQhdVatKGIz8xOsJbGSJswA7oMxIlwIabAZrB4rFw/viewform?pli=1
“These portraits are an attempt to understand the land—its memory and divisions—and to understand the conditions for life, community, and sovereignty.”
Stay for a discussion after the film with directors Matt Peterson and Malek Rasamny. Click here to register for the discussion with filmmakers on Zoom at approximately 7:30pm. The film will not be included in the Zoom Register for Zoom here: https://pdx.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UWqezbfWSWu86kChI0-z_Q#/registration
Underground hip-hop mainstay and legendary wordsmith, Homeboy Sandman, is touring the Western U.S. this fall. Homeboy Sandman has been racking up critically lauded releases for nearly 2 decades with labels like Stonesthrow Records, Mello Music and most recently Dirty Looks for his highly acclaimed “Rich” album series. Homeboy Sandman has worked with the industry's most highly notable artists like Aesop Rock, Edan, Deca and Quelle Chris
Also on the bill, Portland emcee Vursatyl
All ages are welcome
RSVP HERE
All Ages
Doors 5pm: Open House
Show Starts at 7pm
Find out more information on the initiative's website at portlandpossible.org
October 14th is Oregon’s Voter Registration Eve & Indigenous People’s Day. We’re celebrating!
Don’t miss this spirited evening at Portland Center Stage with City Council and Mayoral candidates sharing their visions for the future of business, arts, culture, and community in Portland — in a high energy gameshow format with lots of audience participation.
Doors at 5 pm at Portland Center Stage for an Open House with candidates, light snacks, and tasty beverages.
Oregon Taste, a program of the James Beard Public Market will host tasting stations highlighting the flavors of each district.
Straightaway Cocktails will stir a little spirit into the evening with a no-host bar, opening at 5 pm.
Ice cold sparkling water provided by our friends at Rambler. Born in Austin, Texas and enjoyed clear across the U.S. Sustainably sourced and proudly supporting American Rivers.
Event put on by North Star Civic Foundation, XRAY FM, Better Portland, NW Native Chamber, Portland Center Stage, & Reimagine Portland.
