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Things to do with friends in Portland, OR

What are fun things to do with friends in Portland?

We checked 56 real places in Portland, OR from OpenStreetMap, including 8 places to eat, 8 bars and nightlife spots (21+) and 8 sights. Squad Plan's three day plans below draw on these places, and your group can vote on the one you like best.

Last updated 2026-10-14

We found 8 places to eat, 8 bars and nightlife spots (21+), 8 sights, 8 parks and outdoor spots, 8 game spots, 8 sports venues and 8 places to shop in Portland, from OpenStreetMap map data.

Three ready-made day plans

Costs are rough estimates per person in US dollars. Check hours and prices before you go.

Plan A

The Freakybuttrue Peculiarium and Museum to Deschutes Brewery

Slow pace, good food, plenty of time to talk. Group of 4 for friends hangout.

Estimated total per person: $69–210

  1. 10:00Visit The Freakybuttrue Peculiarium and Museum

    2234 Northwest Thurman Street, Portland, OR 97210

    Free to $25 (estimate)
  2. 11:00Explore Verdell Burdine Rutherford Park

    Centennial, Portland, Oregon

    Free
  3. 12:30Lunch at China Hut

    16721 Southeast Division Street, Portland, OR 97236

    $12–20 (estimate)
  4. 14:00Play at Birdie Time Pub

    925 Southeast Main Street, Portland, OR 97214

    $15–30 (estimate)
  5. 15:00Get active at Portland Small Circle Jujitsu

    4030 Northeast Broadway, Portland, OR 97212

    $10–25 (estimate)
  6. 16:00Browse Merkato Ethiopian Market

    2605 Northeast Martin Luther King Junior Boulevard, Portland, OR 97212

    Free to $40 (estimate)
  7. 18:30Dinner at Santo Domingo Taqueria (Killingsworst con 42)

    5447 Northeast 42nd Avenue, Portland, OR 97218

    $20–40 (estimate)
  8. 20:30Drinks at Deschutes Brewery

    7000 Northeast Airport Way, Portland, OR 97218

    $12–30 (estimate)
Plan B

Portland Police Museum to Rumpus Room

A fuller day of sights and new places. Group of 4 for friends hangout.

Estimated total per person: $69–210

  1. 10:00Visit Portland Police Museum

    1111 Southwest 2nd Avenue, Portland, OR 97204

    Free to $25 (estimate)
  2. 11:00Explore North Powellhurst Park

    Hazelwood, Portland, Oregon

    Free
  3. 12:30Lunch at Wooden Chicken Pub

    12500 Northeast Sandy Boulevard, Portland, OR 97230

    $12–20 (estimate)
  4. 14:00Get active at Portland Tennis Center

    324 Northeast 12th Avenue, Portland, OR 97232

    $10–25 (estimate)
  5. 15:00Browse 130th Stark Street Mall

    Southeast Stark Street, Portland, OR 97233

    Free to $40 (estimate)
  6. 16:00Watch a movie at Kennedy School Movie Theater

    5736 Northeast 33rd Avenue, Portland, OR 97211

    $15–30 (estimate)
  7. 18:30Dinner at Colwood Grill

    7313 Northeast Columbia Boulevard, Portland, OR 97218

    $20–40 (estimate)
  8. 20:30Drinks at Rumpus Room

    10555 Southeast Division Street, Portland, OR 97266

    $12–30 (estimate)
Plan C

Oregon Museum of Science and Industry to Landmark Saloon

High energy from start to finish. Group of 4 for friends hangout.

Estimated total per person: $69–210

  1. 10:00Visit Oregon Museum of Science and Industry

    1945 Southeast Water Avenue, Portland, OR 97214

    Free to $25 (estimate)
  2. 11:00Explore Joseph Wood Hill Park

    Madison South, Portland, Oregon

    Free
  3. 12:30Lunch at Don Kamaron

    14130 Southeast Division Street, Portland, OR 97236

    $12–20 (estimate)
  4. 14:00Get active at The Circus Project

    1420 Northwest 17th Avenue, Portland, OR 97209

    $10–25 (estimate)
  5. 15:00Browse Lloyd Center

    2201, Portland, OR 97232

    Free to $40 (estimate)
  6. 16:00Catch a show at Moreland Theater

    6712 Southeast Milwaukie Avenue, Portland, OR 97202

    $15–30 (estimate)
  7. 18:30Dinner at Fujiyama Sushi Bar

    10308 Southeast Washington Street, Portland, OR 97216

    $20–40 (estimate)
  8. 20:30Drinks at Landmark Saloon

    4847 Southeast Division Street, Portland, OR 97206

    $12–30 (estimate)

Family friendly things to do in Portland

Real places in Portland for a day out with kids.

  1. Visit OMSI Planetarium

    A good first stop for a family day. Check the hours before you go.

    Free to $25 (estimate)1945 Southeast Water Avenue, Portland, OR 97214
  2. Visit Knott Park

    Free to visit, with room to run around. Bring snacks and water.

    FreeParkrose Heights, Portland, Oregon
  3. Eat at China Hut

    A sit-down meal for the whole family. Call ahead for a big group.

    $12–20 (estimate)16721 Southeast Division Street, Portland, OR 97236
  4. Go to Adventure Miniature Golf

    Mini golf, bowling and arcades are easy for kids. Check the hours before you go.

    $15–30 (estimate)Southeast Oaks Park Way, Portland, OR 97202
  5. Go to Regal Cinemas Fox Tower 10

    Movies, games or bowling for a rainy or hot afternoon. Check showtimes and hours first.

    $15–30 (estimate)846 Southwest Park Avenue, Portland, OR 97205
  6. Snack stop at Portland Coffee Roasters

    A quick stop for drinks and a snack between activities.

    $8–18 (estimate)7000 Northeast Airport Way, Portland, OR 97218

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Date night ideas in Portland

Real places in Portland for two people, with a rough cost per person.

  1. Coffee at Barista Brews

    Short, cheap, and easy to make longer if it goes well.

    $8–18 (estimate)Northeast Sandy Boulevard, Portland, OR 97220
  2. Walk through Gateway Green

    Free, and easy to talk while you walk side by side.

    FreeMadison South, Portland, Oregon
  3. Look around Portland Fire & Rescue Historic Museum

    Something to look at together, so there is always something to talk about.

    Free to $25 (estimate)55 Southwest Ash Street, Portland, OR 97204
  4. Play a round at Adventure Miniature Golf

    Something to do together, so you are not just making small talk across a table.

    $15–30 (estimate)Southeast Oaks Park Way, Portland, OR 97202
  5. Dinner at China Hut

    Pick a table where you can talk, and share a few dishes if you both like that.

    $20–40 (estimate)16721 Southeast Division Street, Portland, OR 97236
  6. Drinks at Golden Horse (21+)

    One drink, then decide together if the night keeps going.

    $12–30 (estimate)2711 Southeast 122nd Avenue, Portland, OR 97236

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Things to do with a large group in Portland

Real places in Portland for a group of 10 or more people.

  1. Play at Bagdad

    Ask about group rates and book ahead before you go.

    $15–30 (estimate)3702 Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard, Portland, OR 97214
  2. Racket sports at Portland Tennis Center

    Rotate players so everyone gets a turn on court. Book courts ahead for a big group.

    $10–25 (estimate)324 Northeast 12th Avenue, Portland, OR 97232
  3. Park time at Clinton Park

    Bring a ball, a frisbee or lawn games. Free, and easy to split into smaller groups.

    FreeSouth Tabor, Portland, Oregon
  4. Dinner at China Hut

    Book ahead for a big table, and ask if they can seat your group together.

    $20–40 (estimate)16721 Southeast Division Street, Portland, OR 97236
  5. Drinks at Vino Veritas (21+)

    Only for groups where everyone is 21+. Ask about a reserved table for a big party.

    $12–30 (estimate)7835 Southeast Stark Street, Portland, OR 97215

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Weekend in Portland with friends

A two-day plan of real places in Portland, from Saturday morning to Sunday afternoon.

  1. Saturday morning: Japanese Arts Learning Center

    Start the day with a museum, gallery or other sight. Check opening days before you go.

    Free to $25 (estimate)Oregon Terrace, Portland, OR 97210
  2. Saturday lunch: China Hut

    Sit down together for lunch. Book ahead if the group is big.

    $12–20 (estimate)16721 Southeast Division Street, Portland, OR 97236
  3. Saturday afternoon: Grant Park

    Free, and easy to split up and meet again. Good for a walk between stops.

    FreePortland, Oregon
  4. Saturday night: Montavilla Station (21+)

    A drink or two to end the day. Everyone needs to be 21 or older.

    $12–30 (estimate)417 Southeast 80th Avenue, Portland, OR 97215
  5. Sunday morning: coffee at Portland Coffee Roasters

    A slow start for the last day. Quick, cheap, and easy to fit a group in.

    $8–18 (estimate)7000 Northeast Airport Way, Portland, OR 97218
  6. Sunday afternoon: Living Room Theaters

    Bowling, an arcade or a movie. Something to do together before heading home.

    $15–30 (estimate)341 Southwest 10th Avenue, Portland, OR 97205

Make a weekend plan for Portland

Birthday ideas for adults in Portland

Real places in Portland for a birthday the whole group will show up for.

  1. Birthday dinner at China Hut

    Book a table for the whole group and let the birthday person order first.

    $20–40 (estimate)16721 Southeast Division Street, Portland, OR 97236
  2. Play at Mission Theater

    Something to do together beats only sitting and talking. Book ahead for a big group.

    $15–30 (estimate)1624 Northwest Glisan Street, Portland, OR 97209
  3. Drinks at Trouble Bar (21+)

    Finish the night with a round on the group for the birthday person.

    $12–30 (estimate)5008 Southeast Division Street, Portland, OR 97206
  4. Visit Jordan Schnitzer Museum of Art

    A low-key daytime start before dinner, good for a smaller group.

    Free to $25 (estimate)Southwest Broadway, Portland, OR 97201
  5. Picnic at Hancock Park

    Bring a cake and some snacks. Free, and nobody has to shout over music.

    FreeMadison South, Portland, Oregon

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Things to do with friends under 21 in Portland

Real places in Portland for a group where some friends are under 21.

  1. Play at Bagdad

    Games or fun for the group. Call ahead if the group is big.

    $15–30 (estimate)3702 Southeast Hawthorne Boulevard, Portland, OR 97214
  2. See a movie at Regal Cinemas Fox Tower 10

    Check showtimes first, and pick a film the whole group can agree on.

    $15–30 (estimate)846 Southwest Park Avenue, Portland, OR 97205
  3. Get active at Veterans Memorial Coliseum

    Play, swim or work out together. Some places need a pass or booking, so call first.

    $10–25 (estimate)North Drexler Drive, Portland, OR 97208
  4. Coffee or a snack at Portland Coffee Roasters

    A cheap place to sit and hang out. Order something small and stay a while.

    $8–18 (estimate)7000 Northeast Airport Way, Portland, OR 97218
  5. Eat at China Hut

    Order a few dishes to share to keep the bill down. Check the menu online first.

    $12–20 (estimate)16721 Southeast Division Street, Portland, OR 97236
  6. Hang out at Verdell Burdine Rutherford Park

    Free to visit. Bring a ball or a frisbee if you want to play.

    FreeCentennial, Portland, Oregon

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Places in Portland

Places to eat

Bars and nightlife (21+)

Sights

Parks and outdoor spots

Game spots

Sports venues

Places to shop

How much does a day out with friends cost in Portland?

Across the three day plans above, a day out with friends in Portland costs about $69 to $210 per person, from the lowest plan to the highest. Each total adds up the typical price of its stops, so treat it as a rough estimate and check prices before you go.

Frequently asked questions

What can a group do in Portland for free?

Free places on our list include Verdell Burdine Rutherford Park, Knott Park and North Powellhurst Park. Plans also leave time to wander around town at no cost.

Where can friends eat in Portland?

Good places to start are China Hut, Portland Coffee Roasters and Santo Domingo Taqueria (Killingsworst con 42). The day plans above include food stops from this list.

What is there to see in Portland?

Sights on our list include The Freakybuttrue Peculiarium and Museum, OMSI Planetarium and Portland Police Museum. The full list is in the places section below.

What are good things to do with kids in Portland?

Try visit OMSI Planetarium, visit Knott Park and eat at China Hut. Every idea here is a real mapped place, with a rough cost per person.

What are good date night ideas in Portland?

Try coffee at Barista Brews, walk through Gateway Green and look around Portland Fire & Rescue Historic Museum. Start small with coffee or a walk, and save dinner for when it is going well.

What are good things to do with a large group in Portland?

Try play at Bagdad, racket sports at Portland Tennis Center and park time at Clinton Park. Book ahead for a group this size, and send the link so everyone can vote on the plan.

What can friends do on a weekend in Portland?

Try saturday morning: Japanese Arts Learning Center, saturday lunch: China Hut and saturday afternoon: Grant Park. Every stop is a real mapped place, with a rough cost per person.

What are good birthday ideas for adults in Portland?

Try birthday dinner at China Hut, play at Mission Theater and drinks at Trouble Bar (21+). Every idea here is a real mapped place, with a rough cost per person.

What can friends under 21 do together in Portland?

Try play at Bagdad, see a movie at Regal Cinemas Fox Tower 10 and get active at Veterans Memorial Coliseum. Every idea here is a real mapped place. Costs are rough estimates.

Can Squad Plan make a custom plan for Portland?

Yes. Pick the city, your group and the vibe, and Squad Plan gives you three plans your friends can vote on. It is free for 5 plans a week.

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