Portland weekend events, July 27-29: Oregon Brewers Fest, Washington County Fair and The Big Float

As we prepare to bid July a fond farewell, there are a myriad of events to get you outside and appreciating all it has to offer. Share a beer with a few thousand friends at the Oregon Brewers Festival, get a new perspective of downtown Portland at The Big Float, and -- actually, you should be hard-pressed to find a reason ever to be inside, as you'll see in this lovingly curated list of Portland events.

Full Sail brewmaster John Harris pours a beer from the tap of the inaugural keg at the Oregon Brewers Festival at Waterfront Park in 2009. Abby Metty/The OregonianFRIDAY July 27

Oregon Brewers Festival at Waterfront Park - The much anticipated event, arguably the highlight of Beer season, is now in its 25th year. Here's a complete list of the 85 beers on tap. Fri-Sat., Noon- 9 p.m.; Sun., Noon - 7 p.m. FREE admission. $6 to purchase taster mug; $1 per token.

Washington County Fair (Hillsboro) - It's always good to have a few county fairs under your belt by the time the State fair comes along. The Latino Festival (live bands, food, luchadores) is a highlight on Sunday. Fri-Sun., 10 a.m. - 11 p.m.

Sound + Vision Festival at Hollywood Theatre - Short films, improvised film scores and more with members of your favorite bands (YACHT, The Decemberists, Fleet Foxes, Loch Lomond and more). $8/night.

SATURDAY July 28

Sometimes a Great Notion Festival at Disjecta - This three-day music festival aims to "surprise and confuse" you with a wide array of genre-bending bands, artists and DJs. Here's a preview from The Oregonian. Fri-Sun. $25 day/$50 pass.

GeekPortland Party at Eagles Lodge - Are nerd folk and geek rock more your speed? Enjoy the sounds of The Doubleclicks and Kirby Krackle at the latest GeekParty -- also featuring the GameShow, a chance to assert your dominion over gaming trivia.  7 p.m. $5.

Rigsketball at Various Locations - Some of you will be very excited to hear that Wild Ones, Radiation City, And And And and Grandparents will be playing around town this weekend. But what if I told you that they'll playing basketball? 4 p.m. - 9 p.m. FREE.

SUNDAY July 29

The Big Float 2 at Willamette River - If you weren't brave enough to float the Willamette last year, here's your latest chance. Live music, sunshine, fun, beer garden and food carts. More info & registration.

JAW Festival at Portland Center Stage - Annual festival devoted to workshopping new pieces from playwrights and performers on their way to primetime. Sunday's lineup includes "The People's Republic of Portland," a new work from actress/comedian Lauren Weedman. Fri-Sun. More information and showtimes.

'The Goonies' at Lents Park - This is a film about a typical day in Astoria, Oregon. 6:30 p.m. FREE.

Also Receiving Votes:

'Shut Up and Play the Hits' at Hollywood Theater (Fri-Thurs.); The Hood Internet at Mississippi Studios (Fri.); Clinton/Division Street Fair in SE Portland (Sat.); Overlook Street Fair in North Portland (Sat.); 'Wet Hot American Summer' at Academy Theater (Fri-Thurs.).

Movies opening this week: The Watch; Step Up Revolution; Ruby Sparks. See complete Portland and Oregon movie listings.

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-- Jeff Schmitt

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Portland weekend events, June 29-July 1: Organic Brewers Festival, NoFest and free music

The North American Organic Brewers Festival returns to Overlook Park and NoFest takes over St Johns as we move toward July (with the fireworks, the Fourth and Blues Fest just around the corner). That's just a sampling of this lovingly-curated list of Portland events.

FRIDAY June 29

Aperitivo Happy Hour at Holocene - Nurses will DJ this weekly Euro-influenced happy hour which happens to feature free appetizers. 5 p.m. - 8 p.m. FREE.

Patton Oswalt at Helium - Tickets are scarce for the return of this comedy headliner, Portland fan and Hollywood legend. Fri-Sat., 7:30 & 10 p.m. Tickets.

SATURDAY June 30

North American Organic Brewers Festival at Overlook Park - More than 50 organic beers will be on tap in this ever-expanding festival in its 8th year. Here's the beer list. Fri-Sat., Noon - 9 p.m.; Sun., Noon - 5 p.m. $6 glass purchase required/$1 per pour/token.

NoFest at Various Venues (St. Johns) - A free music and arts festival in St Johns, now in its fifth year: 100 performers at 16 venues around the neighborhood. FREE.

Hecklevision: 'Twilight' at Hollywood Theatre - If you can possibly think of something snarkier to say than 'Team Edward' or 'Team Jacob' -- you are urged to share it with the rest of the class. 7:30 p.m. $8.

SUNDAY July 1

OMSI IMAX Film Festival - Final day of the OMSI's IMAX festival, which features a more robust schedule and film. More info and showtimes.

Pickin On Sundays: The Tumblers at Doug Fir Lounge - Enjoy nice weather and the good music on the patio at the Fir. 3 p.m. - 7 p.m. FREE.

Summer Sessions: The My Oh Mys at Mississippi Studios - The nice weather and good music will also be happening in North Portland, if that's more your speed. 3 p.m. FREE

Also Receiving Votes:

Miss Oregon Pageant at Seaside Convention Center; Mates of State at Doug Fir (Sat.); Portland Slavic Festival at Oaks Park (Sat.); And And And at Rontoms (Sun.)

Movies opening this week: Magic Mike; Ted; Madea's Witness Protection. See complete Portland and Oregon movie listings.

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-- Jeff Schmitt

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