Portland Sunday Parkways

What better way to experience new walking and biking improvements in North Portland than on car-free streets?

Join us on August 2 as North Portland Sunday Parkways Presented by Kaiser Permanente highlights new pedestrian crossings and the new protected bikeway on N Willamette Blvd, creating a continuous 5-mile connection from St. Johns and Cathedral Park to NE Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.

Participants will also experience recent improvements from the North Portland in Motion Plan, including the neighborhood greenways on N Charleston Avenue, N Burr Avenue, and N Wall Avenue.

Come see these investments in action while enjoying vendor marketplaces, community booths, free family-friendly activities, and live entertainment.

Do you want to stay up to date about the North Portland Sunday Parkways event? Text "North" to 888-520-0526 to receive route maps and day-of-event reminders delivered straight to your phone. Standard text message rates may apply.

North Portland, we're coming back!

On August 2, Portland Sunday Parkways presented by Kaiser Permanente returns to North Portland for the first time since 2019 with our longest route of the season—nearly 7 miles of car-free streets, including Downtown St. Johns.

It’s going to be an incredible day, but we need your help to make it happen!

We're building our largest volunteer team of the season to help staff intersections, support participants, and create a safe, welcoming experience for thousands of people walking, biking, rolling, and playing.

Intersection Superheroes: Welcome participants, answer questions, and help neighbors safely navigate intersections.

Mobile Superheroes: Ride the route and assist participants throughout the event.

Shifts are just 3.5 hours, and every volunteer receives a Portland Sunday Parkways T-shirt to wear during the event and keep afterward.

We'd love to have you on the team! Register today: bit.ly/volsp

We're halfway through the 2026 Sunday Parkways season, presented by Kaiser Permanente!

A huge thank you to everyone who has volunteered at our Southwest and East Portland Sunday Parkways events this season. Your enthusiasm, smiles, and support have helped create safe and welcoming experiences for thousands of people walking, biking, rolling, and playing on Portland's car-free streets.

There are still opportunities to get involved as we gear up for the final two events of the season. Join us as a volunteer and help make these community celebrations possible! Volunteer opportunities are available for individuals, families, and community groups or organizations.

❇️North Portland — Sunday, August 2
Be part of our brand-new event route, featuring Downtown St. Johns, McCoy Park, Columbia Park & Annex, and McKenna Park.

❇️ Downtown Portland — Sunday, September 13
Help bring our vibrant Downtown route back for its second year, connecting people with local businesses, parks, and public spaces in the heart of the city.

Training is provided, volunteer shifts are just 3.5 hours, and every volunteer receives a free event t-shirt.

Ready to help make the final two Sunday Parkways events of the season a success? Sign up today at portlandsundayparkways.org/volunteer.

There's something for everyone at East Portland Sunday Parkways Presented by Kaiser Permanente this Sunday, June 28, from 11 a.m.–4 p.m.!

Whether you're looking for family fun, live entertainment, or a chance to try something new, you'll find free activities for all ages along the event route, including:

🚶Walk, bike, roll, and play on car-free streets
⭐ Kaiser Permanente Sticker Hunt
🚲 E-bike demos & Portland Rides rebate information
♿ Adaptive Bike Clinic & group ride
🛹 Free skateboarding lessons
🚴 City of Gresham bike obstacle course
🚵 Cyclocross demos & mini race course
🛼 Roller disco with free skate rentals
🔧 Fix-a-Flat demonstrations
💪 Instructor-led fitness classes
🛍️ Vendor marketplaces
🎶 Live entertainment
🎈 Face painting, balloon art, circus fun & baby goats..and more!

Plan your day! Check out the East event brochure at bit.ly/SP26E or pick up a copy at an information booth in any of the four featured Portland Parks & Recreation parks. Event volunteers will also be available at the information booths to answer questions and help you make the most of your day.

Portland Sunday Parkways - East is THIS Sunday, and we will be at Lincoln Park 11am-4pm rain or shine!

Check out all the details at: https://www.portland.gov/sunday-parkways/east-event-2026