Nightlife in Portland Oregon revolves mainly around the scenes in the Downtown District and the Pearl District. The Pearl District is arguably home to the best Portland night clubs and bars, not to mention some of the best restaurants around. In the Downtown area, ample bars and restaurants present nightlife enthusiasts with even more options for places to hang out after the sun goes down, and there is certainly no shortage of concert venues between the downtown area and the Pearl District.

The Portland night clubs and bars offer more than enough in the way of variety should you be looking to do some dancing and/or drinking. DJs often spin tunes at the more popular clubs, and live music performances aren't uncommon at both clubs and bars. If you are looking for good bars, you'll find martini bars, pubs, and sports bars around town, and if you can't find your ideal place to get a drink in the Downtown or Pearl Districts, you might wander up to the Rose Quarter.

In the Downtown and Pearl districts, those who are interested in enjoying some Portland nightlife might keep the city's breweries in mind. This city is a beer lover's paradise, and there are almost 30 breweries to choose from. The bulk of the breweries are found in and around the heart of town, and brewery tours can be arranged if you are interested. Even if you are only up for having one beer before you call it a night, heading to a brewery can be an ideal pursuit, thanks to the quality of the beers that the local brewhouses produce. Throughout Portland, you will find McMenamins establishments, ranging from pubs and restaurants to movie theaters and cheap hotels. These offer classic Portland nightlife options, as well as a great way to get in touch with the local brewery options as McMenamins is also a brewery.

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Found across the Willamette River to the near northeast of the city, the Rose Quarter is a prime Portland nightlife district. The Rose Garden Arena is the district's main attraction, and when it's not playing host to Portland Trailblazers NBA games, it often serves as big ticket concert venue. Live music in Portland can be enjoyed at any number of venues, with others including the Aladdin Theater and the Crystal Ballroom. In addition to lesser-known artists, these venues host big name performers from time to time, so they shouldn't be overlooked by anyone who is interested in adding live music to their nightlife in Portland Oregon itinerary.

When you're not hanging out at one of the Portland night clubs, checking out the local bars, or catching a concert or sporting event at one of the city's numerous venues of choice, you might entertain the option of taking a nighttime river cruise or attending a performing arts event. When the city's theaters aren't hosting pop music concerts, they often play host to local and touring plays, as well as opera and symphony performances. This is the second largest cultural hub in the Pacific Northwest after Seattle, so cultural enthusiasts won't be at a loss of options when it comes to the nightlife in Portland Oregon.