Neighborhood News - July 2026
Summer is in full swing! This month, get outside with free events, fitness activities, and more. We invite you to come to our monthly meeting, fill out a noise survey, and share your thoughts on fireworks in our parks, too.
KNA Monthly Meeting - July 8, 7:00pm-8:30pm
What: Regular gathering of KNA Board and residents to discuss local issues, share updates about projects and initiatives, and participate in decisions affecting the neighborhood.
Topics: Portland Fruit Tree Project presentation, bylaws update, summer events, Denver/Lombard Slip Lane project, and more.
Where: Historic Kenton Firehouse, 8105 N Brandon Ave, or online
How: Come in person or join via Zoom. All are welcome.
Please join us in these conversations and to meet your KNA Board of Directors for the upcoming year! Learn more >
Help us Out: Donate Your Used Device
Do you have a gently used, but still totally functional iPad, tablet, or laptop laying around? Donate it to KNA and help us do our good work better, faster, and more efficiently. Your donation may be tax deductible, too. Email knachair@gmail.com to see how you can help.
*Summer Sale* Saucy Paul Tees
After our last hoodie sale, many of you asked for this design on a T-shirt — so we're making it happen. These limited edition tees are available for pre-sale only in sizes XS-5XL for $35. Once the pre-sale closes, that's it. Order by July 18! Pre-order yours today >
Volunteers Needed: Kenton Park & Trenton Park Clean Ups on July 5th
We’re teaming up with Friends of Ours to host clean ups to help restore our neighborhood parks after 4th of July celebrations. All supplies provided — just show up!
Kenton Park: 9am-11am. Meet at the restrooms, ask for Terrance
Trenton Park: 9:30am-11am. Meet at the basket court, ask for Lisa
Events & Happenings
Kenton Farmers Market
Courtesy of Kenton Farmers Market
When: Wednesdays, through September 30, 3pm-7pm
Where: N McClellan St & Denver Ave
The Kenton Farmers Market is back for another season! Find fresh produce, hot foods, artisan products, live music, recipe demonstrations, and special events throughout the summer. Cash, credit/debit cards, and SNAP/Oregon Trail EBT benefits are accepted.
Volunteer at the Kenton Rose Garden
When: Tuesday, July 7, 6pm-8pm &
Saturday, July 25, 9:30am-12pm
Where: Kenton Rose Garden, N Interstate Ave & N McClellan St
Lend a hand to help keep this community space beautiful and in bloom. No experience or green thumbs required to prune and deadhead roses. Find more details and dates >
North Portland Bike Fair
Courtesy of PBOT
When: Saturday, July 18, 10am-1pm
Where: Peninsula Elementary, 8125 N Emerald Ave
There’s something for everyone at the North Portland Bike Fair: riding lessons, bike skills course, community ride, bike safety tips, free helmets, bike repair and safety checks, and more! Bring your own bike if you can. This is a free, all ages event.
Kenton Community Ride
Courtesy of Bike Summer 2026
When: Saturday, July 25, 9:30am-12:00pm
Where: Meet & end at Kenton Park, near the restrooms
Join friends and neighbors for a fun and social family-friendly ride starting at Kenton Park and cruising around North Portland to enjoy the fun and fantastical things that make our local community great. Riders of all levels are welcome. Save the date for more rides every 4th Saturday through October!
Concert in Kenton Park
When: Saturday, July 25, 6:30pm-8:30pm
Where: Kenton Park
Cost: Free admission
Join us for the annual Concert in Kenton Park on July 25th, featuring: live music by Soul Vaccination, fun in the sun for all ages, free activities for kids, sweet & savory food vendors, and more. Come early to grab a spot and play before the show begins at 6:30pm. More info >
Save the Date
Saturday, August 8 & Sunday, August 9: Mark your calendars and start planning for the Annual Kenton Neighborhood Community Garage Sale. Register your sale and purchase a yard sign by July 26 >
Sunday, August 16: Kenton Street Fair in downtown Kenton. Live music, food & artisan vendors, free admission. Follow the Kenton Business Association for updates >
Community Noise Survey: Responses due August 1st
This summer, we are collecting data about how noise from the Portland International Raceway impacts the Kenton and Portsmouth neighborhoods. We invite you to let your voice be heard by completing the survey. Learn more >
Community Bulletin
How do you Feel about Fireworks in our Parks? — We are gathering information about the impact of 4th of July fireworks in Kenton Park and Trenton Park on our neighbors and neighborhood. If you have any observations, thoughts, or photos/videos that you would like to share with us, we would love to hear from you. Please contact us at eco@kentonpdx.org.
Lunch+ Play in Kenton Park — Free lunches, drop-in games, crafts, and recreation for Portland youth, 18 years and under, are happening at Kenton Park. Mondays-Friday, June 22-August 21, 12pm-1:30pm (except July 3). Learn more >
Fitness Classes in Kenton Park — Get moving with free group fitness classes led by Portland Parks & Recreation, June 22-August 28:
Tuesdays: Qigong (10am-10:45am) & Yoga (11am-11:45am)
Thursdays: Core Strength (9am-9:45am), Family Fitness (10am-10:45am), Family Yoga (11am-11:45am)
Classes are held by the softball field near N. Argyle St. Learn more >
Forest Park & Washington Park Express Shuttle — This summer, Portland Parks & Recreation is running a free shuttle from North, East, and Northeast Portland to Forest Park and Washington Park on Fridays and Saturdays through August 22. The North Line includes stops at Charles Jordan Community Center, St Johns Community Center, Leif Erikson Dr at Germantown Road, and Washington Park Max Station. Learn more >
