Overlook Neighborhood News & Info Bulletin 6/24/2026
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GET AMPED UP for OVERLOOK PORCHFEST
Overlook Porchfest is going bigger than ever this year on Saturday July 11th and Sunday July 12th. Over 100 artists are performing across more than 40 stages in the neighborhood. We hope you’ll get outside, preferably on foot or bike if possible, to soak up the wide range of musical offerings, along with other special happenings, such as a classic car show at the Green Triangle (Overlook Blvd, Shaver St, and Castle St) and a kid-focused event at the Overlook House.
You can find all of this year’s information and stay up to date, including a sweet playlist of bands performing and an interactive map to all of the performances (as well as Saturday’s yard sale locations) at https://overlookneighborhood.org/porchfest/
As you may know, this is our 5th annual Porchfest, and we are one of many that happen across the country each year. What you might not know is that we are one of very few that pay their artists, and to do that, we have to successfully raise enough money. If you can give, please visit the webpage to make a donation or DONATE HERE.
We so appreciate all of you that have already given to date. This is going to be an amazing event and a wonderful opportunity to come together as a community and celebrate our rich shared culture.
Are you unbelievably stoked about Porchfest and want to volunteer at this epic event?
We are looking for volunteers for July 11th and 12th to run our Hub booth. Let us know if you can cover an easy 2-hour shift helping people:
- find artists, venues, and facilities with our interactive online map and schedule
- craft their own DIY merch
- give away prizes for completed Porchfest Bingo cards
- enjoy the awesomeness that is Overlook
The Porchfest team will provide training; all you need to do is show up!
<<<CLICK HERE TO VOLUNTEER>>>
Trivia on the Lawn Fundraiser at the Historic Overlook House
Habitat for Humanity Portland Region’s Ambassador Council is holding their annual Trivia on the Lawn fundraiser will be taking place in your neighborhood on Friday, June 26, from 5:30–8:30 p.m at the Historic Overlook House.
This fun, outdoor event brings together community members, local businesses, and Habitat supporters for an evening of dinner, drinks, trivia, prizes, and raffles, all while raising critical funds to support affordable homeownership in North Portland and across the Portland region.
Event details and tickets are available here:Â https://habitatportlandregion.org/events/trivia-on-the-lawn/
PBOT to host the largest e-bike ride in the world Sunday July 19th!
The Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) is celebrating 10 years of BIKETOWN: the city’s bike share system, with a GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ attempt for the largest e-bike ride in history.
Ride start time and details:
Check-in starts at 8:30 a.m. Sunday, July 19 and the ride will start at 9:30 a.m.. The ride will start at SW Naito Parkway and SW Salmon Street. The route is a 2-mile loop, taking place mostly on the Waterfront and Eastbank Esplanade.
This is not your typical social ride, as large participation is the goal. Expect a slow ride with some stops. Stay on the route to be counted. Look out for pedestrians and other bikes so that everyone can travel safely and comfortably.
For more info, check out PBOT’s full post here:
https://content.govdelivery.com/accounts/ORPORTLAND_ENT/bulletins/41c2c4f