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August 25, 2026September 3, 2026

Labor Day Weekend 2026: Eats, Drinks, and Happenings in Portland

A passion fruit pie for Labor Day weekend 2026 from Bakeshop. — This pie could be yours this Labor Day weekend. Photo credit: Bakeshop.

Labor Day weekend 2026 is right around the corner, believe it or not.

This holiday celebrates and recognizes the achievements of working people and the American Labor Movement. The path to establishing Labor Day started in the 19th century, as a part of the effort to improve working conditions and challenge income inequality. Oregon was the first U.S. state to make Labor Day a public holiday (1887). Today, it is a Federal Holiday in the 50 states and the District of Columbia.

January 29, 2025March 5, 2025

The Wild Bunch Natural Wine Event Happens in March in Portland

The Wild Bunch, a natural wine event that’s been around since 2020 and is held every March, is back this year. I’m not a wine drinker currently, but I gotta say—the lineup looks amazing. Tickets are going fast, according to the organizers and Eventbrite, so check out the details here, and get your ticket sooner than later if it’s something that appeals to you.