It’s Tuesday, and I got a little carried away with Portland ghost lore. Today’s editorial came together after going down some late-night Instagram rabbit holes, which I guess makes the whole thing doubly spooky.

So we’re getting into Portland’s ghosts, legends, and some very questionable history today. But before we go wandering around haunted Portland, It’s giveaway time! Super Diamond – The Neil Diamond Tribute is coming to the Crystal Ballroom on Saturday, Jan. 23rd, and I’ve got tickets up for grabs. Enter to win, then let’s get into it!

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• Win a trip for two to Fastball Comedy Festival! The prize includes round-trip airfare to Phoenix, a three-night hotel stay, TWO 2-Day Premium passes, festival merch + dinner for two. Catch Bill Burr, Tom Segura, Dave Chappelle + more October 17th–18th.*

• Canadian rapper Merkules is bringing his hard-hitting hip-hop and rapid-fire flow to Portland. Catch him at Hawthorne Theatre on Friday, Jan. 22nd.

• Metropolitan Tavern is getting spooky with a Halloween Selfie Contest from Oct. 26th–31st. Snap a pic in their Halloween frame and you could score a $25 gift card.

• Surfer Girl are bringing The Midnight Tour to Portland next spring. Catch their laid-back blend of reggae, indie, and alternative at The Get Down on Thursday, March 11th.

• Plus other just-announced shows!

PORTLAND HAS SOME GHOSTS TO EXPLAIN

Portland has plenty of spooky stories hiding in its past. From haunted hotels and cemetery history to underground legends that have taken on a life of their own, we’re digging into the history and lore behind some of the city’s creepiest places.

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• Sugarpine Drive-In is celebrating Apple Month with a fall menu inspired by their annual trip to the Hood River Fruit Loop. They’re teaming up with Kiyokawa Family Orchards to turn some of the Northwest’s best apples into seasonal treats all month long.

• Friends Share Community Space is bringing back its Cinema Club with a spooky October screening on Thursday, Oct. 8th. The 18+ event is completely free, with a post-film discussion for anyone who wants to stick around and talk all things cinema.

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