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Best of Portland 2026
We delight at the chance to craft a long list of—strictly nominal—awards for all that’s admirably novel and, ideally, strange and beautiful. Think of it as a yearbook for the city.
Latest Guides
Oregon Summer
This year's annual guide offers an entire season worth of things to do in Oregon: the regions best waterslides, state park wonders, where to swim with newts, how and where to catch crayfish, outstanding frozen drinks and much more.
Nester, Maker's Edition
Our new Spring Nester magazine features profiles of five Portland-area makers who create beautiful things you can have in your home.
New Fans: Here’s Your Portland Fire Starter Pack
It does not seem like an overreaction to make the Portland Fire your entire personality.
Pantry Companion Is Your Guide to a City Ripe With Specialty Market Delights
We searched across Portland for edible (and nonedible) goods to illuminate your kitchen cupboards.
Annual Guides
Best New BandsOpens in new window
Every year we introduce you to 10 new bands singing, shredding and shouting their way to community.
Nester MagazineOpens in new window
This annual magazine celebrates home as a form of self-expression—showcasing real spaces, ideas, and people that inspire readers to build environments rooted in their values, influences, and everyday lives.
Arts GuidesOpens in new window
Every spring and fall we feature new and exciting work in theatre, visual arts, performing arts, literature and more - encouraging readers to keep Portland’s artistic world alive.
Neighborhood GuidesOpens in new window
We find the hidden gems in unsung Portland (and outer Portland) neighborhoods. Our goal is to go beyond the landmarks and show you what makes some of the lesser-known spots in the city worth living in.
Oregon Summer MagazineOpens in new window
Every year we bring you a fresh lot of new attractions, lesser-known hikes and camping spots, full itineraries for weekend getaways, stunning views, and outdoor activities all over Oregon.
Best of PortlandOpens in new window
Our roundup of some of the city's overlooked treasures. It’s a celebration of us, and of you, and of the best people, places, foods, goods and services that make Portland what it is.
Oregon Winter MagazineOpens in new window
How to spend the gloomy months - with ideas and tips for enjoying both the outdoors, and the coziest indoor spots in the state.
Funniest FiveOpens in new window
Every year we poll more than 100 comedians and show producers to identify the freshest local talent in comedy.
Timeless Guides
Guide to Living GreenOpens in new window
Regeneratively grown mushrooms, zero-waste shops, and other ways to make more earth-friendly choices.
Our Guide to More Than 40 of Portland’s Oldest, Dankest Dive BarsOpens in new window
This city has been through its fair share of bar trends, but we always manage to find our way back to the dives and champion their existence.
50 People, Places and Things That Transformed PortlandOpens in new window
In 2024, to celebrate Willamette Week’s 50th anniversary, we decided to highlight 50 people, places, and things from the past 50 years that made Portland a better place—and ask how we can build on their legacy going forward.
Oregon’s Museum TrailOpens in new window
Need a place to take the kids? Here’s a guide to 25 of the state’s best museums.