Bridge City is a compact two-day, 18+ block party on the downtown Portland waterfront — short days, no camping, and no re-entry once you're in. Here's the short version.
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Dates, Hours & Entry
Saturday and Sunday, September 5–6, 2026.
Gates open at 4 PM; the event runs 4 PM–10 PM each day.
No re-entry — once you leave for the day, you're out. Plan your food, layers, and phone charge accordingly.
18+ with a government-issued photo ID. 21+ to drink, with a separate ID check for wristbands.
Venue
Tom McCall Waterfront Park, downtown Portland, OR — right on the Willamette, walkable from downtown and easy to reach on MAX.
Fully outdoors, rain or shine. It's Portland in September, so bring a layer and expect the show to run wet if it wants to.
There is no camping — sort out a hotel or a ride home.
This is a summary — always check the official Bridge City Block Party site for full, current details on tickets, entry, and what you can bring.