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Upcoming events · October 17 – October 31, 2026
Verified Portland events during October 17–31, 2026. AI in the A.M. lists only an approximate Portland area; the exact venue is shared after registration. Check each organizer for current access details.
READING LIST / PORTLAND
AI Ethics
Portland's municipal AI rule aligns the acquisition and use of AI with city values including anti-racism, equity, transparency, and fiscal responsibility. These readings connect those commitments to oversight of automated public services and the people most affected by them.
- The City's approach to responsible use of AI / City of Portland, Oregon
Explains Portland's safeguards and responsible-use commitments for city staff using AI.
- Automating Inequality: How High-Tech Tools Profile, Police, and Punish the Poor / Virginia Eubanks · Macmillan
Investigates how automated systems in public programs can deepen surveillance and inequality.
Upcoming events
Business spotlight
Powell’s Books
Portland’s landmark independent bookstore, with a broad selection of new, used, and rare books alongside author events. Check the official site for current store hours, events, and locations.
Community spotlight
JOIN PDX
JOIN partners with people experiencing houselessness to build trust, navigate the path to stable housing, and remove barriers to a home. The organization describes housing as a human right; visit its site for current programs and ways to help.
Arts
Dinosaur Jr w/ Stef Chura
Thursday, Oct 22, 2026, 8:00 PM PDT at Revolution Hall - Portland, 1300 SE Stark Street #110, Portland
Dinosaur Jr w/ Stef Chura at Revolution Hall - Portland, 1300 SE Stark Street #110, Portland
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Sports
Portland Thorns FC vs. North Carolina Courage
Friday, Oct 23, 2026, 7:00 PM PDT at Providence Park, 1844 SW Morrison St., Portland
Portland Thorns FC vs. North Carolina Courage at Providence Park, 1844 SW Morrison St., Portland
Event details for Portland Thorns FC vs. North Carolina CourageVenue page for Providence Park, 1844 SW Morrison St., PortlandOfficial source for Portland Thorns FC vs. North Carolina Courage
Arts
Oregon Symphony presents Kahane, Still & Copland
Saturday, Oct 24, 2026, 7:30 PM PDT at Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Dr, Portland
Oregon Symphony presents Kahane, Still & Copland at Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Dr, Portland
Event details for Oregon Symphony presents Kahane, Still & CoplandVenue page for Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall, 1037 SW Broadway Dr, PortlandOfficial source for Oregon Symphony presents Kahane, Still & Copland
Sports
Portland Winterhawks vs Vancouver Giants
Wednesday, Oct 28, 2026, 7:00 PM PDT at Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 300 Winning Way, Portland
Bags and full-length umbrellas are not allowed in the arena. Exclusions apply for medical bags, children's bags and clutches 5X8" or smaller. Bag check is available.
Event details for Portland Winterhawks vs Vancouver GiantsVenue page for Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 300 Winning Way, PortlandOfficial source for Portland Winterhawks vs Vancouver Giants
Sports
Portland Trail Blazers vs. Memphis Grizzlies
Thursday, Oct 29, 2026, 7:00 PM PDT at Moda Center, One Center Court, Suite 100, Portland
To ensure an expedited entry experience on the Rose Quarter campus we would suggest travelling without a bag whenever possible. Guests are permitted bags up to 10× 6× 2 in size and will require a secondary screening for further inspection in a designated bag line. Please anticipate additional wait times if bringing a bag. Medical and childcare exceptions are permitted and will be screened via x-ra
Event details for Portland Trail Blazers vs. Memphis GrizzliesVenue page for Moda Center, One Center Court, Suite 100, PortlandOfficial source for Portland Trail Blazers vs. Memphis Grizzlies
Sports
Portland Winterhawks vs Kelowna Rockets
Saturday, Oct 31, 2026, 3:00 PM PDT at Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 300 Winning Way, Portland
Bags and full-length umbrellas are not allowed in the arena. Exclusions apply for medical bags, children's bags and clutches 5X8" or smaller. Bag check is available.
Event details for Portland Winterhawks vs Kelowna RocketsVenue page for Veterans Memorial Coliseum, 300 Winning Way, PortlandOfficial source for Portland Winterhawks vs Kelowna Rockets
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