As Portland's Official Festival, you are invited to participate in the Rose Festival's most inspired events like the Grand Floral Parade, Starlight Parade, Junior Parade, Queen’s Coronation, …

May 24, 2024 · Every year for more than a century, the City of Roses has celebrated the city’s excellence with the Portland Rose Festival. Declared Portland’s official festival in 2010, the …

Today, the Portland Rose Festival takes place each June with a carnival, parades, and navy ships docked along the Tom McCall Waterfront Park to promote the city. The International Rose …

May 8, 2018 · An exhibit at the Oregon Historical Society through June 17 colorfully explains how Portland became known as the "City of Roses," starting with the giveaway of thousands of …

May 13, 2024 · Wake up and smell the roses, Portland — the city’s biggest festival of the year is almost here. The Portland Rose Festival bursts into bloom on Friday, May 24 — ushering in …

Sep 15, 2023 · Portland has a long-standing reputation as the City of Roses — so we dive into the city’s history with the fragrant flower, share the lowdown on rose gardens around town and …

In 1888, the Episcopal Church held a convention where attendees referred to Portland as “the City of Roses.” This caught on when, in 1905, the mayor (Harry Lane) came up with the idea of an …

Jun 6, 2018 · Now, you can learn how Portland went from Stumptown to the Rose City in the Oregon Historical Society exhibit Madame Caroline Testout: The Rose that Made Portland …

Mar 29, 2024 · The nickname Rose City originated from the abundance of roses planted throughout the city, particularly along its streets. The pink-hued color of the city’s sandstone, …

The Rose Show is a celebration of Portland's long and storied relationship with the rose, which dates back to the early 20th century when the city became known as the "City of Roses" due …