Portland Sunday Parkways presented by Kaiser Permanente is back for its 19th year, bringing community together and celebrating Portland’s largest public space — its streets. These free events invite people to walk, bike, roll, and play in a car-free environment.
Kick off the season in Southwest Portland on May 17, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Explore the charming SW neighborhood along a 2-mile multimodal route for walking, biking, and rolling, as well as an additional 2.6-mile self-guided walking route highlighting SW Trails work in the neighborhood.
There will be activation areas along the route featuring live entertainment, family-friendly activities for all ages, and vendor marketplaces showcasing local vendors and community organizations. Activation areas include Gabriel Park, Village Park, Multnomah Village, Multnomah Arts Center, and Spring Garden Park.
Stay connected all season long
Follow us on Facebook and Instagram at @PortlandSundayParkways to stay up to date. For event-specific updates, route maps, and day-of reminders delivered straight to your phone, text “Southwest,” “East,” “North,” or “Downtown” to 888-520-0526. Standard text message rates may apply. Opt-out anytime by texting “STOP”.
Open streets = open opportunities! Be part of the fun and help shape this year’s events.
Connect with community through volunteering
Help create the joyful experience that makes Portland Sunday Parkways so special! Whether you’re supporting a safe intersection or welcoming participants at an information booth, volunteering is a meaningful way to connect with your community.
✔ Training provided – no experience needed
✔ Half-day shifts (so you can enjoy the event, too!)
✔ Free Sunday Parkways t-shirt
Showcase your work with the community
Be part of the vibrant, local experience that makes Portland Sunday Parkways unique. As a vendor, you’ll connect directly with thousands of Portlanders while showcasing your business or organization in a welcoming, community-centered space.
✔ High-visibility booth space
✔ Direct community engagement
✔ Vendor scholarships available
Shape this year’s events
Your feedback helps ensure Sunday Parkways reflects the neighborhoods we serve. Take our pre-season survey to share your ideas and help shape this year’s events before it closes on April 22 at 10 a.m. PST.
✔ Help guide event planning
✔ Reflect neighborhood voices and priorities
✔ Enter to win Sunday Parkways merchandise
Are you interested in sustainable transportation and building community along the way? Sign up to become a Transportation Ambassador with the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT)!
As a new Ambassador, you will participate in a virtual orientation later this spring to get familiar with how our bureau works and what information you will need to interact with the public. Then we’ll ask you to volunteer for tabling events, rides, bike fairs and more! In addition to volunteer opportunities, Ambassadors also gather a few times a year for social events, like walks, interesting tours, or to get dinner.
If this sounds exciting to you, fill out a short form by Friday, April 17th and we’ll be in touch about our orientation sessions. Questions? Email ambassadors@portlandoregon.gov
Bike Month – Get Ready
Bike Month is almost here! May is Portland’s annual celebration of biking and fun competition between teams! Before May arrives, here’s how to get ready: tune up your bike at and register a team (or teams!). Teams that average the most bike trips during May are in the running for a trophy. Register your team and spread the word this April so your teams hit the pedals on May 1st.
Get to know the volunteers who help make Portland Sunday Parkways possible and learn more about their experience and what inspires them to get involved.
Name: Ernesto Nolasco (he/him)
How long have you volunteered with Sunday Parkways?
What inspired you to become a Sunday Parkways Volunteer?
This is another opportunity to be involved in the community. I feel inspired to socialize outside of social media. We need more genuine in-person friendly community interactions.
Share a fond memory as a Sunday Parkways Volunteer:
All of the friendly smiles, waves, and happy families and individuals.
What’s your favorite role as a Sunday Parkways Volunteer?
Intersection Superhero, it’s been my only one.
What is your preferred way to travel around the city?
Share an interesting fact about yourself:
I love volunteering, whether it’s with PBOT, Columbia Slough Watershed Council, Milk Crate Kitchen, Solve Oregon, or Hand Up Project.
Kaiser Permanente is excited to return for the 19th season as founding and Presenting Sponsor of Portland Sunday Parkways.
Join the community in the popular Kaiser Permanente Sticker Hunt at these free community events to get moving, explore the city, and earn rewards with family-friendly fun!
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