Whether you revel in or dread the dog days of summer, the August events calendar is bringing the heat. We’ve compiled the biggest events in live music, performance, food, and more to give you a sense of the month ahead, so keep scrolling for deets on everything from the PDX Adult Soapbox Derby to the Rockstar Energy Open, from Olivia Rodrigo to the Foo Fighters, and from the Portland Festival of Cinema, Animation, and Technology to the Jade International Night Market.
COMEDY
Comedy Bang! Bang! Live! – The Bang! Bang! Into Your Mouth Tour 2024
Reliably hilarious Comedy Bang! Bang! probably predates your fave podcast—funnyman Scott Aukerman has hosted the show for over 13 years. Blending interviews, improv, and silly, surreal antics, Comedy Bang! Bang! has heard from guests like Amy Poehler, Paul Rudd, and Seth Rogen, so you know the jokes will be on point for this live performance. Best part? It’ll be entirely improvised. LINDSAY COSTELLO
Revolution Hall, Buckman (Fri Aug 16)
