Part of the Gay Portland Guide — bars, events & things to do.
Friday, October 9, 2026
BRÜT — the touring underground gay circuit party (founded in NYC in 2013 by DJ Dan Darlington) — brings its BLACKOUT edition to Portland. Expect a big-room dance floor and a come-as-you-are, libertine crowd. Venue and set times firm up closer to the date; check brutparty.com for tickets.
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Thu, Jul 16
7:05 PM - 10 PM
Walker Stadium (Lents Park)
Portland Pickles vs. Gresham Greywolves at Walker Stadium on July 16 — LGBTQ+ Pride Night at an all-ages summer baseball game in Lents Park, tickets from $5.
Thu, Jul 16
9 PM - 2 AM
Holocene
LGBTQ+-helmed techno night at Holocene in Portland for Pride week — lineup includes Sappho, Bro Hoe, and Philadelphia's kraftwitch. Doors 9pm, July 16. 21+.
Fri, Jul 17
9 PM - 2:30 AM
Bossanova Ballroom
Bearracuda's body-positive bear dance party at Bossanova Ballroom in Portland — Pride night with big-room DJs, July 17, 21+ and advance tickets recommended.
Sat, Jul 18
11 AM - 3 PM
Swan Dive
Diva Drag Brunch at Swan Dive, Portland — July 18 and 19 for Pride Weekend. Doors 11am, show noon, both days. High-camp drag and burlesque; 21+, tickets sell out.
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