Portland’s community run every Monday and Thursday evening. All paces welcome — just show up and run. Free!

Easy, social-paced group bike ride through Portland. Gather at 7 p.m., roll-out at 7:30 p.m. Bring your lights. Free!

Pumpkins and gourds in every size, photo-shoot spots, and activities for the kids — open daily through October 31. All proceeds benefit the Build-A-Home Ministry. Sun 1–7 p.m. · Sat 11 a.m.–7 p.m. · Mon–Fri 3–7 p.m.

A wicked week full of costumes, candy, games and fun! Cowboys vs. Eagles watch party Monday, Halloweentown movie night Tuesday, Spooky Singo Bingo Wednesday, Pups & Palomas dog costume contest Thursday, Mike Ryan Friday, and the Monster Mash plus Thriller Meets Purple Rain on Halloween.

Sing along to your favorite hits and compete for prizes! Wear your Halloween costume and join the costume contest; sign up at the door, contest begins after round two. Sponsored by Home for the Holidays and Edward Jones Ackman Clark Wealth Management. Free to play!

Settle into Thursday evening at The Birdie with live music from Melissa Ann, handcrafted cocktails and sunset vibes. Happy hour ALL NIGHT!

Dress up your furry bestie for a spooky-cute evening! Palomas, pup cups, local vendors and Halloween fun. Costume contest sign-ups at 6 p.m., contest at 7 p.m. Part of Nightmare at Fifth & Elm St.

GP Nutrition’s first after-hours paint and sip night! Grab your besties for a little pink, a little spooky and a whole lot of cute. Your ticket includes one paint craft and one shake or tea. DM to RSVP!

Halloween weekend kicks off with Ladies Karaoke Night! Come in costume, grab the mic and sing your heart out. First place takes home $50 cash. Free to enter. Halloween drink specials all night (21+).

Bring the kids for a fun evening of candy, costumes and community fellowship with Avir’s residents and staff! Individuals, families and local businesses are welcome to join in by decorating a vehicle and handing out candy. Free event!

Learn to build beautiful charcuterie boards from scratch with instructor Nat. Register online.

A fall country night of boots and flannels, part of Nightmare at Fifth & Elm St. Nine No. 1 songs on the Texas music charts and 265M+ streams — award-winning Texas country songwriting live on the Great Lawn. Free!

Live music from Grupo Basico plus a kids costume contest at Boneshakers Restaurant & Billiards! Check their Facebook post for times and details.

Come in costume! The best costume takes home $100 cash. Free to enter, no purchase needed; judging is 30 minutes before closing and you must be present to win. Halloween drink specials all night (21+).

Grab a bite with the whole family and come dressed up for a chance to win! Applebee’s is serving looks, stirring up scares and handing out prizes for the best family-friendly costumes. The team will snap a photo of your costume and call the winners. 1st place: $50 Applebee’s gift card; 2nd place: $25 gift card; 3rd place: free appetizer and candy bag.

Halloween daytime fun for the whole family! Shop the Halloween Market, cheer on the Pumpkin Derby hosted by the City of Portland and strike a pose at the photo booth by Frame Entertainment. Free event! Part of Nightmare at Fifth & Elm St.

The finale of Nightmare at Fifth & Elm St.! Celebrate two music legends with an electrifying tribute to Michael Jackson and Prince. Iconic hits, unforgettable moves and Halloween-night energy. FREE ADMISSION; premium reserved seating and VIP experiences available at FifthandElm.com.

Celebrate Halloween at Boneshakers Restaurant & Billiards with an adult costume contest! Check their Facebook post for times and details.

Pep's biggest night of Halloween weekend! The best costume wins $300 cash, and they're staying open an extra hour, till 1 a.m. Judging at 12:30 a.m.; free to enter and you must be present to win. Halloween drink specials all night (21+).

A night of Southern rock, country grit and classic rock energy as Whiskey Down: Southern Rock Revival takes the stage! Free admission; premium reserved tables and VIP experiences available at FifthandElm.com.

Fresh local produce, handmade goods, and community vibes every first Saturday.

Featuring Corpus Christi artist Vanessa Spittler showcasing ceramics, acrylic pours, jewelry, note cards, and more. Just a short stroll from the Portland Farmers Market. Free to attend!

Legends of Latin Pop celebrates the iconic music of Shakira and Selena with live tribute performances from SheWolf and Monica’s Bidi Bidi Tribute. A night of unforgettable hits, dancing and Latin pop favorites with free admission!

Fifth & Elm turns ONE! Texas country staple Kevin Fowler headlines night one of the Birthday Bash. GA $20 + fees — kids 4 and under free. Premium reserved seating & VIP at FifthandElm.com.

The Birthday Bash continues into night two! Timeless classics and iconic singalongs as Dreams brings all the Fleetwood Mac magic to the Great Lawn. Reserved table packages include admission — available at FifthandElm.com.

Celebrate the timeless sound of the Eagles with iconic melodies, unforgettable harmonies and the songs that defined generations of rock fans. Free admission; premium reserved seating and VIP experiences available at FifthandElm.com.

A cornerstone of the Red Dirt and Texas Country scenes, Stoney LaRue brings his heartfelt storytelling and powerful live show to Fifth & Elm. General admission from $20; premium reserved tables and VIP experiences available at FifthandElm.com.

Real ice-skating in the Coastal Bend! The rink is back at Fifth & Elm for the holidays, opening Friday, Nov. 27, with 2-hour public sessions all season long. Tickets sold at Fifth & Elm. Wobbling is encouraged!

Stroll through a forest of decorated trees and vote for your favorite! Entries are due Fri, Nov. 13. Free to visit during Community Center hours.

Spread some holiday cheer! Drop off a new, unwrapped toy for a kid in need at the Portland Community Center.

Shop local for the holidays! Find handmade gifts, jewelry, candles, art, flowers and baked treats from Coastal Bend makers at Fifth & Elm. Free to browse.

Join the celebration as our Mayor lights up the City Christmas Tree at 6 p.m. You might even meet Santa! Free!

Calling all elves! Come join our first-ever Reindeer Games obstacle training course to assist Santa, just in case he needs extra help this year! $5 per Elf Trainee. Register at portlandtx.gov/christmas.

Santa Claus is coming to Portland! Find your spot and wave to Santa as he rolls through town. Free. Float registration closes Tue, Dec. 1.

Bring your pup for a photo with Santa! Free with no registration needed. Dog food or blanket donations are welcome.

Pancakes, a craft and a photo with Santa! Choose the 8:30 or 10:30 a.m. seating. Registration required at portlandtx.gov/christmas.

Run, jog or jingle through Portland and finish at Fifth & Elm! 5K: $25 through Nov. 1, $35 Nov. 2 to Dec. 5, $40 Dec. 6 to 12. Kids 1K Fun Run: $10. Every runner gets a Tinsel Trot shirt and finisher medal!

Yule want to be there. The City of Portland’s annual Christmas on the Coast Concert presents Randy Rogers Acoustic Performance at Fifth & Elm! Doors open at 6:30 p.m. Tickets range from $20 general admission to $320 reserved tables. Tickets and VIP tables go on sale Friday, October 16 at 10 a.m. at FifthandElm.com.

A flat, scenic course through NorthShore Country Club neighborhoods and around Sunset Lake. Early bird pricing through Nov. 26: Half $55, 10K $45, 5K $35 (includes bib, shirt and finisher medal). The 1 Mile Fun Run is free! Registration required. Race-day registration 6:30–7:30 a.m., fun run 9 a.m., awards 10:30 a.m.