Watch the Portland Trail Blazers burn up the basketball court, or see your favorite musician in concert at the Rose Quarter arena. Along with a variety of sporting events, the arena has hosted live entertainment from several performing artists like Taylor Swift, Carrie Underwood, Keith Urban, Beyonce, Aerosmith, Rod Stewart, Britney Spears, Eric Clapton and many others.
Sip on your favorite drinks or find a new favorite at the Spring Beer & Wine Festival. This event showcases craft beer, wines, and cocktails, along with special features like the Tour de Cheese & Chocolate. Other features of the festival include live entertainment and food.
Enjoy a soak in a nature-provided hot tub at Bagby Hot Springs. This cozy natural tub is created by two hot springs flowing together into a rush of cold springs, creating a 136-degree relaxing oasis. These hot springs have three bathhouses that include communal hot tubs, private stalls, and “canoe-style tubs” - take your pick and get ready to relax.
From Africa to Asian, the Amazon and beyond, explore the attractions at the Oregon Zoo. The animals here are housed in a variety of exhibits that replicate their natural habitat. On your journey through the zoo, you'll see animals like lions, zebras, rhinos, tigers, elephants, bears, and even dinosaurs. That's right, the Oregon Zoo is home to animatronic dinosaurs that bring the prehistoric creatures back to life.