Downtown Portland Sunday Parkways – September 14, 2025

We’re excited to bring Skatemobile to Sunday Parkways again this year! Join us and ride the open streets during the Downtown Portland Sunday Parkways event presented by Kaiser Permanente on September 14th! This is the first time Downtown PDX has been featured in Sunday Parkways, and this is a great way to see all that downtown has to offer! With a block party and a route to showcase local businesses, this is a great event to end the summer with!

Participants are welcome to join the Downtown Portland route at any point, to explore all that Downtown Portland has to offer. This event route is designed to showcase Downtown businesses, public spaces, and cultural destinations. There will be areas along the route where circulation slows for vendor marketplaces, community booths, free family-friendly activities, and live entertainment. Come join the party at the Downtown Portland Sunday Parkways event!

• Free Entertainment & Activities – Whether you’re new to biking or just love soaking up the sun outdoors, each park hosts a variety of free family-friendly activities and live entertainment.
  • Rose City Rollers and the Skatemobile, a mobile skate rental truck equipped with 150 pairs of skates for all ages to enjoy free of charge from 12:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
• Vendor Marketplace – Each park in the tour includes a vendor marketplace featuring local businesses, food vendors, sponsors, and community organizations!
• Quick Fix Bike Repair – A local bike shop provides free basic bike repair services during the event.
• Information Booth – Stop by for an event brochure, first aid services, water station, or lost and found. You can also receive a vintage Sunday Parkways shirt by donating to this program ($5 minimum).
• Seating Area – Kick back and relax or enjoy some food at the seating area which provides tables and chairs.
• Bike Parking – Bike racks are available at each featured park.
• ADA Park Entrances – Either permanent or temporary, ADA ramp entrances are available at each featured park.
• Restrooms – Portable restrooms, including ADA units, are available at each featured park. 

Find out more about the event, route, and more on the Sunday Parkways page.