Not to be that person who talks about the weather, but I've been loving it lately. Mostly because I can take my dog for a walk around 6 or 7 p.m. without feeling like I've stepped into a time machine that drops me off on the surface of the sun. And before anyone says, "It doesn't even get that hot in Portland," just know that 80–85 degrees is hot to me, okay? Growing up here, that was basically the upper limit of summer.

So if you're like me and appreciate a little breeze and temperatures in the 70s, I've rounded up some dog friendly bars and patios worth checking out below. Also, don't miss your last chance to win tickets to Shady Pines Festival before the giveaway wraps up!

JUST ANNOUNCED

• Entertainment Weekly called them "the reigning queens of Christmas." The Jinkx & DeLa Holiday Show hits Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall in Portland on December 17th, 2026, with new songs, iconic costumes, and side-splitting gags. Enter to win a pair of tickets.*

• Portland duo New Constellations is celebrating its debut album with a hometown stop at Wonder Ballroom on Dec. 4th as the It Comes in Waves Tour rolls through.

• We're sending one lucky DoMORE member to LEVITATION 2026 in Austin. Enter to win a flyaway that includes festival passes, at The LINE Austin, and $600 in travel credit.*

• Chicago's Resavoir is making a Portland stop on Oct. 23rd, bringing the project to town with support from Greg Uhlmann.

• After more than two decades on the road, Railroad Earth is making its way back to Portland for an all-ages show on Nov. 6th.

Good Pups, Great Bars

I'm not saying the weather is perfect, but it's definitely less "hide inside with the AC" than it's been. Sounds like a good time to grab the crew, your furry four legged companion included, and hit one of these dog friendly bars.

THIS WEEKEND

LOCALS ONLY

• Emo Night returns to Walker Stadium on Friday, July 10th, as the Portland Pickles take on the Rosebuds. Throw on your black band tee, relive your MySpace era, and sing along to pop-punk heartbreak between innings.

• Portland Zoo members can enjoy a quieter side of the zoo during Member Mornings, with early access before the crowds arrive. Grab a coffee, wander the grounds, and watch the animals wake up on select mornings through Aug. 29th. 

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