The Spot Market
Come to the Lloyd Center Mall on October 11th and 12th for a Spooky Spot Market! There will be a great variety of local makers, artists, food and sweets! Stop by for:
Free beverages for adults and all ages provided by Lakorita, Big Dawg Basket, and La Tia Juana
Hourly raffles for a chance to win locally made goods
Catch the Lloyd Mall Crawl on Saturday, October 11
Join Vera Mysteria at the Food Courts 500 Mall Walk on Sunday, October 12
Keaton Otis Memorial Art Parklet Unveiling
Justice for Keaton Otis has been hard at work this past year with phase 2 of the memorial art installation in honor of Keaton Otis and his father, Fred Bryant. We are so excited to invite you to the Keaton Otis Memorial Art Parklet Unveiling!
More about the Memorial Art Parklet
Built by a studio class at Benson High School – Keaton’s high school, this parklet features original artwork by Oregon-based artist Jeremy Okai Davis and Portland-based artist Nia Musiba. The wicking planters are created and planted by Matt G from Bloomsday Natives.
We are very excited to share more about this work at our next gathering on Oct 12, 2025, 5-8 PM, on-site at NE 6th and Halsey or online via our livestream on the Justice for Keaton Otis Facebook Page – facebook.com/JusticeForKeatonOtis
For those who can attend in person, there will be delicious food, speakers, performances, and family-friendly activities for children. We will have canopies in case of rain, and we will be masked to protect our most marginalized communities.
Mobility Committee
Go Lloyd’s Mobility Committee works to make biking, walking, and rolling in Lloyd safe, fun, convenient, and easy for everyone.
If you are passionate about bicycle and pedestrian rights, infrastructure, and activities in the Lloyd neighborhood, then join us for an open, informal discussion every second Tuesday of the month from 1 to 2 PM at Go Lloyd.
And if you can’t attend in person, join us virtually via Microsoft Teams:
Meeting ID: 222 018 905 289
Passcode: BVsr24
Cycling Through The Seasons Workshop with PBOT
Join Go Lloyd for an interactive session with the Portland Bureau of Transportation, where we will learn tips and techniques for staying dry, comfortable and safe while riding all year round.
In the Lloyd 700 Conference Room, 700 NE Multnomah, Floor 3.
TuneUp Tuesday
Join Go Lloyd and PDX Mobile Bike Repair for a FREE safety check up, and get some free Go Lloyd bike swag!
One bike per person; first come, first served; patience appreciated! Only basic tune ups.
Fender Frenzy!
Riding in the rain can be tough, so we want to make it a little easier. Go Lloyd and PDX Mobile Bike Repair are providing a select number of fenders for cyclists who work or live in the Lloyd neighborhood. Bring your bike to the Lloyd Cycle Station, and PDX Mobile Bike Repair will install them for free! We have a limited number of fenders available, so please sign up ahead of time.
If you would like to participate, please:
Register for a set of fenders using our sign-up form before October 17.
Be able to drop off your bike to the Bike Valet in the Lloyd Cycle Station between 10am-2pm on Thursday, October 30.
Be able to pick up your bike from the Cycle Station by 5pm.
Sign Up Here.
This is a sign-up only event; walk-ins will unfortunately not be accepted.
Please also note that due to the time needed to install a large quantity of fenders, you will have to leave your bike with us for a significant portion of the day. Rest assured — there will be someone in the bike valet at all times to make sure all bikes are safe and secure.
Bike Valet Directions:
Enter the glass elevator in Hassalo Plaza
Press P1 (it will say Lloyd Cycle Station near the button)
Follow signs to Lloyd Cycle Station in the garage
Someone with Go Lloyd will be there to direct you to the valet area.
Breakfast on the Bridges
Halloween edition!! Wear a costume :)
Grab some hot coffee and breakfast to-go on your bike commute into Lloyd the last Friday of every month from 7 to 9 AM on:
The east end of the Steel Bridge (north end of the Eastbank Esplanade)
The north landing of the Blumenauer Bridge—donuts sponsored by Go Lloyd!
This fun community tradition is made possible by Shift volunteers each month.
Learn more about Breakfast on the Bridges and get involved here.
The Blumenauer Bridge Witching Hour Celebration
A Halloween & Día de los Muertos bike & ped festival on the Green Loop
For the first time ever, a full stretch of the future Green Loop will close to traffic and open for people. Anchored by the Blumenauer Bridge and the cultural hub of the Bear Blocks, this community-powered event reimagines our streets as spaces for creativity, joy, and sustainable urban life.
Bring your costume, your bike, and your curiosity! At Witching Hour, you’ll find:
Pumpkin painting stations
Pet costume contest & bike decorating parades
Pop-up market & creative vending with local makers
Food vendors + beer garden
Live DJs and music performances
Street games, chalk art, and hands-on sustainability
Milagro’s Día de los Muertos Altar Ride from 12-3pm
Want to vend, host a booth, or table?
Nonprofits & Community Groups: Free spaces available - each vendor has room for their own 10x10 canopy, table, and 2 chairs
Retail and Food Vendors: Slots available, apply by 10/15/2025.
Contact: Fill out form here.
CETI Constellations Entanglement
CETI Constellations: Entanglement is a creative exploration of the absurd and powerful idea of quantum entanglement—”spooky action at a distance” where particles mysteriously and instantly exchange information across the universe in fantastical ways. Through enigmatic creations and thought experiments, we investigate the unreasonable theory of entanglement and its strange implications (teleportation, extraterrestrial communication) through objects and installations that secretly communicate and influence each other in fantastic and marvelous ways.
Mobility Committee
Go Lloyd’s Mobility Committee works to make biking, walking, and rolling in Lloyd safe, fun, convenient, and easy for everyone.
If you are passionate about bicycle and pedestrian rights, infrastructure, and activities in the Lloyd neighborhood, then join us for an open, informal discussion every second Tuesday of the month from 1 to 2 PM at Go Lloyd.
Note: virtual joining option unavailable this month, as we are doing a site visit! If you are interested in joining us, please reach out to Liuda.
Monthly Keaton Otis Vigil
Join our community partners, the Lloyd EcoDistrict, for the Keaton Otis Vigil each month on the 12th from 6 to 7 PM at the intersection of NE Halsey Street & NE 6th Avenue in Lloyd.
Keaton Otis was a young Black man killed by the Portland police on May 12, 2010 in Lloyd in 2010 at NE 6th and NE Halsey. The police admitted they stopped him for “looking like a gangster.” Keaton’s father Fred Bryant started the monthly vigil on the 12th of the month after his son’s murder on the spot where Keaton’s life was taken. Fred Bryant did this for over three years, fighting for justice for his son, every single month in the rain, the dark, the heat, and the snow. Fred Bryant passed away on October 29, 2013.
His family and community have committed to continuing the vigils every month on the 12th, until justice is achieved for Keaton, for Fred, and for our whole community.
Since 2019 Lloyd EcoDistrict has been working with the Black-led Justice for Keaton Otis collective to memorialize the life of Keaton Otis. Join community members at the corner of NE 6th and NE Halsey on the 12th of every month at 6:00 PM to remember Keaton and call for justice.
Learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/JusticeForKeatonOtis
Mobility Committee
Go Lloyd’s Mobility Committee works to make biking, walking, and rolling in Lloyd safe, fun, convenient, and easy for everyone.
If you are passionate about bicycle and pedestrian rights, infrastructure, and activities in the Lloyd neighborhood, then join us for an open, informal discussion every second Tuesday of the month from 1 to 2 PM at Go Lloyd.
Note: virtual joining option unavailable this month, as we are doing a site visit! If you are interested in joining us, please reach out to Liuda.
Breakfast on the Bridges
St. Lucia edition! November/December joint celebration.
Grab some hot coffee and breakfast to-go on your bike commute into Lloyd the last Friday of every month from 7 to 9 AM on:
The east end of the Steel Bridge (north end of the Eastbank Esplanade)
The north landing of the Blumenauer Bridge—donuts sponsored by Go Lloyd!
This fun community tradition is made possible by Shift volunteers each month.
Learn more about Breakfast on the Bridges and get involved here.
Monthly Keaton Otis Vigil
Join our community partners, the Lloyd EcoDistrict, for the Keaton Otis Vigil each month on the 12th from 6 to 7 PM at the intersection of NE Halsey Street & NE 6th Avenue in Lloyd.
Keaton Otis was a young Black man killed by the Portland police on May 12, 2010 in Lloyd in 2010 at NE 6th and NE Halsey. The police admitted they stopped him for “looking like a gangster.” Keaton’s father Fred Bryant started the monthly vigil on the 12th of the month after his son’s murder on the spot where Keaton’s life was taken. Fred Bryant did this for over three years, fighting for justice for his son, every single month in the rain, the dark, the heat, and the snow. Fred Bryant passed away on October 29, 2013.
His family and community have committed to continuing the vigils every month on the 12th, until justice is achieved for Keaton, for Fred, and for our whole community.
Since 2019 Lloyd EcoDistrict has been working with the Black-led Justice for Keaton Otis collective to memorialize the life of Keaton Otis. Join community members at the corner of NE 6th and NE Halsey on the 12th of every month at 6:00 PM to remember Keaton and call for justice.
Learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/JusticeForKeatonOtis
The Spot Market
Come to the Lloyd Center Mall on October 11th and 12th for a Spooky Spot Market! There will be a great variety of local makers, artists, food and sweets! Stop by for:
Free beverages for adults and all ages provided by Lakorita, Big Dawg Basket, and La Tia Juana
Hourly raffles for a chance to win locally made goods
Catch the Lloyd Mall Crawl on Saturday, October 11
Join Vera Mysteria at the Food Courts 500 Mall Walk on Sunday, October 12
The Broadway Sidewalk Celebration
The construction has ended along Broadway and it’s time to celebrate! NEBBA (Northeast Broadway Business Association) is inviting everyone in the community to shop and eat along Broadway on Saturday October 4th noon to 6pm.
Forum Building Mural Unveiling
Come to a special event at the Forum Building as we unveil a new mural by renowned artist Héctor Hernández. There will be food, music, community, and art! RSVP here.
TuneUp Tuesday
Join Go Lloyd and PDX Mobile Bike Repair for a FREE safety check up, and get some free Go Lloyd bike swag! We can also help register your bike through Bike Index and Project 529.
One bike per person; first come, first served; patience appreciated!
Due to the weather, we have changed the location of this event to the Lloyd Cycle Station. To get there:
Take the glass elevators in Hassalo Plaza to P1
When you exit the elevator, stay right and go straight until you see a ramp with a sign for the Lloyd Cycle Station. We will be waiting there for you!
If needed, see our Instagram story for photo and video directions.
Ice Rink Rock and Skate
Come to the Lloyd Center Ice Rink Friday, September 26 and Saturday, September 27 from 5:30-7:30 for Rock & Skate featuring DJ DMITRIY.
$18 a ticket, no discounts or coupons may be applied.
Camp Holladay: A Family-Friendly Picnic of Queer Joy!
🌈Camp Holladay: A Family-Friendly Picnic of Queer Joy!
Join us at Holladay Park on Saturday, September 27 from 11 AM – 2 PM for a day full of laughter, music, and celebration!
Hosted by the fabulous Vera Mysteria, this community picnic brings together drag performances, queer comedians, lawn games, and live music—all served with a side of sparkling NA mimosas. Pack a picnic blanket, gather your friends (and your friends of Dorothy), and get ready to bask in joy, color, and connection.
What to Expect:
Performances from dazzling drag artists
Queer-friendly comedy sets
Live music and entertainment
Lawn games for all ages
Refreshing NA mimosas
This is a family-friendly celebration of community and pride. Come play, laugh, and party in the park with us!
Ice Rink Rock and Skate
Come to the Lloyd Center Ice Rink Friday, September 26 and Saturday, September 27 from 5:30-7:30 for Rock & Skate featuring DJ DMITRIY.
$18 a ticket, no discounts or coupons may be applied.
LCA 25th Annual Golf Tournament
LLoyd community association 25th Annual Golf Tournament
18 Hole Scramble Format Tee
Lunch and awards after golf
Entry fee: $545/team of 4 or $140/person
Includes: Green fee, cart, lunch and prizes
Hole Sponsorship: $100/hole (not golfing) or $50/hole (golfing)
Breakfast on the Bridges
Grab some hot coffee and breakfast to-go on your bike commute into Lloyd the last Friday of every month from 7 to 9 AM on:
The east end of the Steel Bridge (north end of the Eastbank Esplanade)
The north landing of the Blumenauer Bridge—donuts sponsored by Go Lloyd!
This fun community tradition is made possible by Shift volunteers each month.
Learn more about Breakfast on the Bridges and get involved here.
Rumble On The River: 25th Rumble
Rumble on the river: 25th rumble
Help Portland make the right changes in rules and regulations to deal with the dangerous and climate disrupting Critical Energy Infrastructure Hub. A recurring Rumble focus has been the CEI Hub and the potential hazards of having 90% of Oregon’s fuel and a dangerous mix of chemicals stored within Portland’s city limits on a riverside seismic liquefaction zone.
Use the northeast parking lot on NE Halsey by the old Marshalls store. Go in through the Lloyd Center entrance, steps away from the closed Marshalls entrance. The Rumble is inside, in a store to the right. Bikes are welcome inside the Rumble.
Supporting Broadway Businesses Walk
To celebrate STEPtember in Lloyd, join Go Lloyd on a walk through Broadway Street, stopping to highlight some of the local businesses as a part of an ongoing Lloyd initiative to shop local! We will start in Hassalo Plaza, and end with a complimentary lunch at Taste Tickler.
RSVP Here. If you need to cancel, please email lily@golloyd.org.
PARK(ing) Day
Park(ing) Day is a global project aimed at repurposing curbside parking spaces by converting them into social spaces, advocating for greener and more equitable streets for people. This year’s theme is Micro Acts of Civil Joy, celebrating small, joyful disruptions in the face of oversized authority.
Go Lloyd will be participating by occupying three curbside parking spaces in Hassalo Plaza, and turning it into a transit advocacy space, aiming to take polls of how individuals get around Lloyd, while informing them of ways to overcome transportation barriers within the city. Check out our spaces from 11 AM - 1 PM and contribute to an interactive art project curated by us. Stay and hang out with free lunch and coffee, and read through a variety of recent news articles to stay up to date on Portland’s transportation matters.
Transportation Options Walk
To celebrate STEPtember in Lloyd, join Go Lloyd on a walk around the neighborhood, where we will showcase some of the available transportation options in the neighborhood while discussing how to obtain passes and explore different ways to get around. Lunch from Xocalo will be provided.
RSVP Here. If you need to cancel, please email lily@golloyd.org.
Monthly Keaton Otis Vigil
Join our community partners, the Lloyd EcoDistrict, for the Keaton Otis Vigil each month on the 12th from 6 to 7 PM at the intersection of NE Halsey Street & NE 6th Avenue in Lloyd.
Keaton Otis was a young Black man killed by the Portland police on May 12, 2010 in Lloyd in 2010 at NE 6th and NE Halsey. The police admitted they stopped him for “looking like a gangster.” Keaton’s father Fred Bryant started the monthly vigil on the 12th of the month after his son’s murder on the spot where Keaton’s life was taken. Fred Bryant did this for over three years, fighting for justice for his son, every single month in the rain, the dark, the heat, and the snow. Fred Bryant passed away on October 29, 2013.
His family and community have committed to continuing the vigils every month on the 12th, until justice is achieved for Keaton, for Fred, and for our whole community.
Since 2019 Lloyd EcoDistrict has been working with the Black-led Justice for Keaton Otis collective to memorialize the life of Keaton Otis. Join community members at the corner of NE 6th and NE Halsey on the 12th of every month at 6:00 PM to remember Keaton and call for justice.
Learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/JusticeForKeatonOtis
Mobility Committee
Go Lloyd’s Mobility Committee works to make biking, walking, and rolling in Lloyd safe, fun, convenient, and easy for everyone.
If you are passionate about bicycle and pedestrian rights, infrastructure, and activities in the Lloyd neighborhood, then join us for an open, informal discussion every second Tuesday of the month from 1 to 2 PM at Go Lloyd.
And if you can’t attend in person, join us virtually via Microsoft Teams:
Meeting ID: 222 018 905 289
Passcode: BVsr24
STEP-tember in Lloyd (All Month Long)
Happy STEP-tember in Lloyd! We are dedicating this month to all things walking, giving you the chance to stop and smell the roses in the neighborhood as we settle into fall. To get you out there walking, we are doing a month-long Instagram giveaway for those who post their walks in Lloyd. All you have to do is post a picture of you on a walk in the Lloyd neighborhood and tag us @golloydpdx with the hashtag #Steptember. 3 winners will be chosen at the end of the month, and will be messaged via Instagram DM.
The winners will win a gift card to a local business in Lloyd.
One giveaway entry per post. For any questions, contact lily@golloyd.org.
Breakfast on the Bridges
Grab some hot coffee and breakfast to-go on your bike commute into Lloyd the last Friday of every month from 7 to 9 AM on:
The east end of the Steel Bridge (north end of the Eastbank Esplanade)
The north landing of the Blumenauer Bridge—donuts sponsored by Go Lloyd!
This fun community tradition is made possible by Shift volunteers each month.
Learn more about Breakfast on the Bridges and get involved here.
Lloyd Live: At the Dock – Live Music Thursdays
Sunset sounds, riverside bites, and bike-in summer joy.
Overview
Lloyd Live: At the Dock is a free, weekly summer event series celebrating music, community, and Portland’s eastside riverfront. Every Thursday from July 3 to August 28, 2025, we invite neighbors, commuters, and sunset-lovers to enjoy a rotating lineup of live music, food, and riverside connection along the Eastbank Esplanade.
While the Kevin J. Duckworth Dock remains open to the public for sunset viewing, lounging, and swim-at-your-own-risk access, our official programming is land-based and takes place on the wings of the Esplanade just north of the dock.
Thursdays, July 3 – August 28, 5:30–8:30 PM
Next to the Kevin J. Duckworth Dock | Eastbank Esplanade
What You’ll Experience
Live music from a diverse lineup of Portland bands
Grilled hot dogs & brats from Shorty’s Hot Dogs
Sunset views, river breezes, and community joy
Family- and dog-friendly riverfront energy
Bike-in, car-free vibes
No lifeguards; dock access is public and unsupervised
2025 Thursday Lineup
7/3 – Two Accordions
7/10 – The Occidental Tourists
7/17 – Splinterhead
7/24 – OPLIAM
7/31 – JT Trawick Band
8/7 – The Eldest Young
8/14 – Bottleneck Blues
8/21 – Latin Rock Exchange
8/28 – Papi Fimbres & DRECKIG
Why It Matters
This series brings life to a beloved public space and uplifts community connection with:
Music in nature and public space activation
Car-free, climate-conscious events
Sunset placemaking for mental and physical well-being
Public visibility of the Eastbank Esplanade, Duckworth Dock, and Peace Memorial Park
Partnerships with local artists, vendors, and volunteers
How to Get There
Access via the Eastbank Esplanade, just a short walk or roll from Peace Memorial Park and the Oregon Convention Center.
No car access — this is a bike-in, walk-in event!
Bike racks and wayfinding signage provided
Lloyd Live: At the Dock – DJ Wednesdays
Sunset sounds, riverside bites, and bike-in summer joy.
Overview
Lloyd Live: At the Dock is a free, weekly summer event series celebrating music, community, and Portland’s eastside riverfront. Every Wednesday from July 2 to August 27, 2025, we invite neighbors, commuters, and sunset-lovers to enjoy vinyl DJ sets, food, and scenic joy along the Eastbank Esplanade.
While the Kevin J. Duckworth Dock remains open to the public for sunset viewing, lounging, and swim-at-your-own-risk access, our official programming is land-based and takes place on the wings of the Esplanade just north of the dock.
Wednesdays, July 2 – August 27, 5:30–8:30 PM
Next to the Kevin J. Duckworth Dock | Eastbank Esplanade
What You’ll Experience
DJ sets by DJ Carlos and PopCartPDX
Grilled hot dogs & brats from Shorty’s Hot Dogs
Sunset views, river breezes, and community joy
Family- and dog-friendly riverfront energy
Bike-in, car-free vibes
No lifeguards; dock access is public and unsupervised
Why It Matters
This series brings life to a beloved public space and uplifts community connection with:
Music in nature and public space activation
Car-free, climate-conscious events
Sunset placemaking for mental and physical well-being
Public visibility of the Eastbank Esplanade, Duckworth Dock, and Peace Memorial Park
Partnerships with local artists, vendors, and volunteers
How to Get There
Access via the Eastbank Esplanade, just a short walk or roll from Peace Memorial Park and the Oregon Convention Center.
No car access — this is a bike-in, walk-in event!
Bike racks and wayfinding signage provided
TuneUp Tuesday
Join Go Lloyd and PDX Mobile Bike Repair for a FREE safety check up, as well as trivia, info, and community. It’s the perfect time to keep rolling safely through Bike Summer 🌞
This month, we will host our TuneUp in Holladay Park, where you can enjoy the sunshine and shade from the trees while you wait.
One bike per person; first come, first served; patience appreciated!
Lloyd Live: At the Dock – Live Music Thursdays
Sunset sounds, riverside bites, and bike-in summer joy.
Overview
Lloyd Live: At the Dock is a free, weekly summer event series celebrating music, community, and Portland’s eastside riverfront. Every Thursday from July 3 to August 28, 2025, we invite neighbors, commuters, and sunset-lovers to enjoy a rotating lineup of live music, food, and riverside connection along the Eastbank Esplanade.
While the Kevin J. Duckworth Dock remains open to the public for sunset viewing, lounging, and swim-at-your-own-risk access, our official programming is land-based and takes place on the wings of the Esplanade just north of the dock.
Thursdays, July 3 – August 28, 5:30–8:30 PM
Next to the Kevin J. Duckworth Dock | Eastbank Esplanade
What You’ll Experience
Live music from a diverse lineup of Portland bands
Grilled hot dogs & brats from Shorty’s Hot Dogs
Sunset views, river breezes, and community joy
Family- and dog-friendly riverfront energy
Bike-in, car-free vibes
No lifeguards; dock access is public and unsupervised
2025 Thursday Lineup
7/3 – Two Accordions
7/10 – The Occidental Tourists
7/17 – Splinterhead
7/24 – OPLIAM
7/31 – JT Trawick Band
8/7 – The Eldest Young
8/14 – Bottleneck Blues
8/21 – Latin Rock Exchange
8/28 – Papi Fimbres & DRECKIG
Why It Matters
This series brings life to a beloved public space and uplifts community connection with:
Music in nature and public space activation
Car-free, climate-conscious events
Sunset placemaking for mental and physical well-being
Public visibility of the Eastbank Esplanade, Duckworth Dock, and Peace Memorial Park
Partnerships with local artists, vendors, and volunteers
How to Get There
Access via the Eastbank Esplanade, just a short walk or roll from Peace Memorial Park and the Oregon Convention Center.
No car access — this is a bike-in, walk-in event!
Bike racks and wayfinding signage provided
Lloyd Live: At the Dock – DJ Wednesdays
Sunset sounds, riverside bites, and bike-in summer joy.
Overview
Lloyd Live: At the Dock is a free, weekly summer event series celebrating music, community, and Portland’s eastside riverfront. Every Wednesday from July 2 to August 27, 2025, we invite neighbors, commuters, and sunset-lovers to enjoy vinyl DJ sets, food, and scenic joy along the Eastbank Esplanade.
While the Kevin J. Duckworth Dock remains open to the public for sunset viewing, lounging, and swim-at-your-own-risk access, our official programming is land-based and takes place on the wings of the Esplanade just north of the dock.
Wednesdays, July 2 – August 27, 5:30–8:30 PM
Next to the Kevin J. Duckworth Dock | Eastbank Esplanade
What You’ll Experience
DJ sets by DJ Carlos and PopCartPDX
Grilled hot dogs & brats from Shorty’s Hot Dogs
Sunset views, river breezes, and community joy
Family- and dog-friendly riverfront energy
Bike-in, car-free vibes
No lifeguards; dock access is public and unsupervised
Why It Matters
This series brings life to a beloved public space and uplifts community connection with:
Music in nature and public space activation
Car-free, climate-conscious events
Sunset placemaking for mental and physical well-being
Public visibility of the Eastbank Esplanade, Duckworth Dock, and Peace Memorial Park
Partnerships with local artists, vendors, and volunteers
How to Get There
Access via the Eastbank Esplanade, just a short walk or roll from Peace Memorial Park and the Oregon Convention Center.
No car access — this is a bike-in, walk-in event!
Bike racks and wayfinding signage provided
Lloyd Street Art Ride - To Lloyd Live at the Dock!
Hop on this ride to see some of the (many!) murals and street art moments around the neighborhood. From "Working" Kirk Reeves, to 50 Years of Hip Hop, we'll bike past some of the places that make Lloyd special on this quick, casual ride.
Party on, Portland!
Party on, Portland! in Holladay Park
Party on, Portland! (or POP! Party for short) in Holladay Park, brings together neighbors and small businesses from Lloyd, Sullivan’s Gulch, and Kerns for a FREE celebration of community at Holladay Park. With food, live music, giveaways, and tons of activities, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. This year, it’s happening alongside the Portland Criterium - Presented by Steeplejack Brewing - making it an unforgettable day of fun, energy, and connection in the Lloyd neighborhood.
what is the portland criterium?
The Portland Criterium is a high-speed, closed-course bike race where elite cyclists compete in a series of fast-paced races through city streets. This year, the Portland Criterium will feature races around Lloyd Center, from 9AM-3:30PM. While you enjoy the beautiful day in Holladay Park, you can watch thrilling, loud, and fast races, enjoy a beer garden, and vendor booths with an unbeatable and up-close view of the action.
what is happening at the pop! party?
We’re still working out all the details, but we hope POP! will feature:
DJs, dancing, and interactive performances
Lawn games and carnival-style activities
Splash pad fun, water play zones, and misting stations
Temporary tattoos, arts & crafts, and hands-on art
Wellness booths with chair massages and local wellness businesses
Bike cheer stations and sign-making to support racers
Free giveaways and non-stop summer vibes
30-40 local organizations, small businesses, and community groups
Help make the POP! Party at Holladay Park a success!
Interested in tabling with us? If you aren’t selling anything, you’re welcome to join! Giveaways are highly encouraged! If you’d like to get involved through tabling, fill out this form. For any questions, contact us!
possible route closures
If you are planning on taking transit to the POP! Party, please note the following bus lines will be affected:
#8 to Marquam Hill / MLK and Lombard: Click Here for Reroute Maps
#70 to 33rd and Sunderland / Milwaukie: Click Here for Reroute Maps
#77 to Troutdale Frontage Road / Montgomery Park: Click Here for Reroute Maps
Huge thanks to our pop! party sponsors
Lloyd Enhanced Service District | Northeast Coalition of Neighborhoods (NECN) | Point West Credit Union
pop! party at holladay park is organiZED by:
Lloyd EcoDistrict | Lloyd Enhanced Service District | Go Lloyd | Lloyd Community Association
Lloyd Live: At the Dock – Live Music Thursdays
Sunset sounds, riverside bites, and bike-in summer joy.
Overview
Lloyd Live: At the Dock is a free, weekly summer event series celebrating music, community, and Portland’s eastside riverfront. Every Thursday from July 3 to August 28, 2025, we invite neighbors, commuters, and sunset-lovers to enjoy a rotating lineup of live music, food, and riverside connection along the Eastbank Esplanade.
While the Kevin J. Duckworth Dock remains open to the public for sunset viewing, lounging, and swim-at-your-own-risk access, our official programming is land-based and takes place on the wings of the Esplanade just north of the dock.
Thursdays, July 3 – August 28, 5:30–8:30 PM
Next to the Kevin J. Duckworth Dock | Eastbank Esplanade
What You’ll Experience
Live music from a diverse lineup of Portland bands
Grilled hot dogs & brats from Shorty’s Hot Dogs
Sunset views, river breezes, and community joy
Family- and dog-friendly riverfront energy
Bike-in, car-free vibes
No lifeguards; dock access is public and unsupervised
2025 Thursday Lineup
7/3 – Two Accordions
7/10 – The Occidental Tourists
7/17 – Splinterhead
7/24 – OPLIAM
7/31 – JT Trawick Band
8/7 – The Eldest Young
8/14 – Bottleneck Blues
8/21 – Latin Rock Exchange
8/28 – Papi Fimbres & DRECKIG
Why It Matters
This series brings life to a beloved public space and uplifts community connection with:
Music in nature and public space activation
Car-free, climate-conscious events
Sunset placemaking for mental and physical well-being
Public visibility of the Eastbank Esplanade, Duckworth Dock, and Peace Memorial Park
Partnerships with local artists, vendors, and volunteers
How to Get There
Access via the Eastbank Esplanade, just a short walk or roll from Peace Memorial Park and the Oregon Convention Center.
No car access — this is a bike-in, walk-in event!
Bike racks and wayfinding signage provided
Lloyd Live: At the Dock – DJ Wednesdays
Sunset sounds, riverside bites, and bike-in summer joy.
Overview
Lloyd Live: At the Dock is a free, weekly summer event series celebrating music, community, and Portland’s eastside riverfront. Every Wednesday from July 2 to August 27, 2025, we invite neighbors, commuters, and sunset-lovers to enjoy vinyl DJ sets, food, and scenic joy along the Eastbank Esplanade.
While the Kevin J. Duckworth Dock remains open to the public for sunset viewing, lounging, and swim-at-your-own-risk access, our official programming is land-based and takes place on the wings of the Esplanade just north of the dock.
Wednesdays, July 2 – August 27, 5:30–8:30 PM
Next to the Kevin J. Duckworth Dock | Eastbank Esplanade
What You’ll Experience
DJ sets by DJ Carlos and PopCartPDX
Grilled hot dogs & brats from Shorty’s Hot Dogs
Sunset views, river breezes, and community joy
Family- and dog-friendly riverfront energy
Bike-in, car-free vibes
No lifeguards; dock access is public and unsupervised
Why It Matters
This series brings life to a beloved public space and uplifts community connection with:
Music in nature and public space activation
Car-free, climate-conscious events
Sunset placemaking for mental and physical well-being
Public visibility of the Eastbank Esplanade, Duckworth Dock, and Peace Memorial Park
Partnerships with local artists, vendors, and volunteers
How to Get There
Access via the Eastbank Esplanade, just a short walk or roll from Peace Memorial Park and the Oregon Convention Center.
No car access — this is a bike-in, walk-in event!
Bike racks and wayfinding signage provided
Summer Lunchbox Series
Join American Assets Trust at Hassalo Plaza for great music and complimentary ice cream all summer long!
June 4th: Dan Balmer Trio
June 11th: Elisabeth Ames & The Countrypolitans
June 18th: Tracy Stone Trio
June 25th: Boy & Bean
July 2nd: The Bylines
July 9th: Hit Machine Unplugged
July 16th: Bobby Torres Trio
July 23rd: Lloyd Jones & Mark Shark
July 30th: Ty Curtis Band
August 6: Shelly Rudolph Band
August 13: Michele Van Kleef & Jim Walker
Monthly Keaton Otis Vigil
Join our community partners, the Lloyd EcoDistrict, for the Keaton Otis Vigil each month on the 12th from 6 to 7 PM at the intersection of NE Halsey Street & NE 6th Avenue in Lloyd.
Keaton Otis was a young Black man killed by the Portland police on May 12, 2010 in Lloyd in 2010 at NE 6th and NE Halsey. The police admitted they stopped him for “looking like a gangster.” Keaton’s father Fred Bryant started the monthly vigil on the 12th of the month after his son’s murder on the spot where Keaton’s life was taken. Fred Bryant did this for over three years, fighting for justice for his son, every single month in the rain, the dark, the heat, and the snow. Fred Bryant passed away on October 29, 2013.
His family and community have committed to continuing the vigils every month on the 12th, until justice is achieved for Keaton, for Fred, and for our whole community.
Since 2019 Lloyd EcoDistrict has been working with the Black-led Justice for Keaton Otis collective to memorialize the life of Keaton Otis. Join community members at the corner of NE 6th and NE Halsey on the 12th of every month at 6:00 PM to remember Keaton and call for justice.
Learn more here: https://www.facebook.com/JusticeForKeatonOtis
Mobility Committee
Go Lloyd’s Mobility Committee works to make biking, walking, and rolling in Lloyd safe, fun, convenient, and easy for everyone.
If you are passionate about bicycle and pedestrian rights, infrastructure, and activities in the Lloyd neighborhood, then join us for an open, informal discussion every second Tuesday of the month from 1 to 2 PM at Go Lloyd.
Note: virtual joining option unavailable this month, as we are doing a site visit! If you are interested in joining us, please reach out to Liuda.
Lloyd Live: At the Dock – Live Music Thursdays
Sunset sounds, riverside bites, and bike-in summer joy.
Overview
Lloyd Live: At the Dock is a free, weekly summer event series celebrating music, community, and Portland’s eastside riverfront. Every Thursday from July 3 to August 28, 2025, we invite neighbors, commuters, and sunset-lovers to enjoy a rotating lineup of live music, food, and riverside connection along the Eastbank Esplanade.
While the Kevin J. Duckworth Dock remains open to the public for sunset viewing, lounging, and swim-at-your-own-risk access, our official programming is land-based and takes place on the wings of the Esplanade just north of the dock.
Thursdays, July 3 – August 28, 5:30–8:30 PM
Next to the Kevin J. Duckworth Dock | Eastbank Esplanade
What You’ll Experience
Live music from a diverse lineup of Portland bands
Grilled hot dogs & brats from Shorty’s Hot Dogs
Sunset views, river breezes, and community joy
Family- and dog-friendly riverfront energy
Bike-in, car-free vibes
No lifeguards; dock access is public and unsupervised
2025 Thursday Lineup
7/3 – Two Accordions
7/10 – The Occidental Tourists
7/17 – Splinterhead
7/24 – OPLIAM
7/31 – JT Trawick Band
8/7 – The Eldest Young
8/14 – Bottleneck Blues
8/21 – Latin Rock Exchange
8/28 – Papi Fimbres & DRECKIG
Why It Matters
This series brings life to a beloved public space and uplifts community connection with:
Music in nature and public space activation
Car-free, climate-conscious events
Sunset placemaking for mental and physical well-being
Public visibility of the Eastbank Esplanade, Duckworth Dock, and Peace Memorial Park
Partnerships with local artists, vendors, and volunteers
How to Get There
Access via the Eastbank Esplanade, just a short walk or roll from Peace Memorial Park and the Oregon Convention Center.
No car access — this is a bike-in, walk-in event!
Bike racks and wayfinding signage provided