Our Events

WW reaches a large audience, in person,
through a variety of intimate and large events each year.

Partner with us on events to reach a targeted audience, demonstrate your commitment to community, have a high-impact activation, network, and get your brand amplified through all our media platforms promoting each event, reaching thousands of Portlanders every day.

  • Funniest Five Showcase

    Thursday, February 5th, 2026

    800+ guests

    We poll Portland comedy insiders on the best fresh faces in standup. The top five perform live at this showcase hosted at Revolution Hall.

  • Oregon Beer Awards

    April 2nd, 2026

    800+ Guests

    This is the “Academy Awards for Oregon Beer” celebrating the state's best beers in 25 categories, and honors breweries, bars and leaders in the industry in additional categories. The beer industry gathers to celebrate winners at a festive awards ceremony at Revolution Hall. Learn more about the OBAs here and our sponsorship opportunities here.

  • Best New Bands Showcase

    Saturday, March 16th, 2026

    600+ Guests

    Willamette Week polls the pros in the local music business for a list of the best up-and-coming Portland bands. We publish the results and gather the top picks to perform a concert at Mississippi Studios.

  • Best in Beer Week

    May 3rd - May 9th, 2025

    Anticipate 1,000+ Participants

    Participating breweries will offer discounts on OBA winning beers, with the goal of getting Portlanders out to eat, drink, and try new places.

    By offering award-winning beers at a discount for a limited time (and on the heels of the 10th annual OBA Ceremony on 4/10/25), we’re getting more drinkers into Oregon breweries.

  • Best of Portland Block Party

    1,200+ Guests

    Experience the Best of Portland. From best mascot to best cat rapper, this massive block party has something for everyone. Grab a beer or cocktail and sample one of Portland’s tastiest bites, then wander the vendor booths enjoying music while discovering the latest Portland has to offer.

    Showcase your products at a booth, buy cocktails for the first 100 people through the door, there are tons of ways you can showcase your brand at this party.

  • NestFest

    Saturday, September 19th, 2025
    1,500+ Guests

    Our annual home design event filled with vendors selling home goods, workshops, installations and the launch of our annual Nester Magazine. Learn about NestFest here.