Take a scenic drive through the gorge in pursuit of all sorts of autumnal delights at the Hood River Valley Harvest Fest.
Take a scenic drive through the gorge in pursuit of all sorts of autumnal delights at the Hood River Valley Harvest Fest.
Take a scenic drive through the gorge in pursuit of all sorts of autumnal delights at the Hood River Valley Harvest Fest.

A penny saved is a penny earned, and we’re here to help you save your pennies in this weekend’s roundup of cheap and easy things to do. Head downtown and get your steps in during The Great Pumpkin Hunt, find weird and wonderful art and objects to adorn your living space at the Oddities & Curiosities Expo, and don’t forget: This weekend is your last chance to catch this year’s Portland Open Studios Tour. For more ideas, check out our roundup of the top 32 events happening this week or our guide to Halloween events.

FRIDAY

HALLOWEEN

SCRAP Spooktacular Celebrations Presents: Costume Making Party!
The sustainably minded craft store will have its resident stitch witch and drag expert on hand to assist you in making the Halloween costume of your dreams, whether you need to get some inspiration, you’re in the beginning stages of executing your vision, or you’re putting on some finishing touches. This afternoon drop-in session will have sewing machines and supplies of all sorts and is open to folks of all ages and abilities.
Scrap PDX, Goose Hollow ($10)

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