• Downtown sounds: live music in downtown Beaverton
• Summer square dancing
• Watercolor rocks!
• Beaverton music festival
• Concerts in the Round
• Events at The Reser
• Village Gallery of Arts

Downtown sounds: live music in downtown Beaverton

Thursdays through September 24, 6-8 pm, 1st Street Dining Commons, SW Washington at SW 1st St, free

Join the Beaverton Downtown Association for Downtown Sounds, a summer music series bringing live music from a variety of local musicians and community flavor to downtown. Outdoor seating and access to all the nearby restaurants in the Commons will be available.

Summer square dancing

Mondays, August 3-24, 6:30-8:30 pm, Hills Community Center, $6 donation

Square dancing is Oregon’s state dance and doesn’t require a partner. Join Oak Hills Squares for our summer open dance series, concluding with a picnic and dance on August 24. For more information, visit the Oak Hills Squares website.

Watercolor rocks!

Tuesday, August 11, 10:30 am, Leedy Grange Hall, 835 NW Saltzman, $40 (RSVP required)

Join Jean Anderson for watercolor painting on the second Tuesday every month. August’s subject is rocks. Jean teaches color values, brushwork, and shapes, starting with abstract techniques to free the student before moving to realistic styles. Students must bring their own materials. Contact Jean for help on choosing and sourcing supplies at a reasonable cost. Basic kits are available for purchase. To sign up, call 503-649-9097 or email Jean Anderson.

Beaverton music festival

Saturday, August 15, 12-9 pm, City Hall Plaza & The Round, 12725 SW Millikan Way, free

Enjoy a day of multi-genre music, community, and interactive fun. The lineup includes The Flowtenders; Son de Cuba; Beaverton Community Band; Footloose by Metropolitan Performing Arts; Alana Rich; and an evening dance party with Golden Hour. Food and beverages will be available from local vendors. Find more details at the Beaverton Music Festival website.

Concerts in the Round

Sundays, August 9 and 23, 5:30-7:30 pm, Beaverton Round, 12600 SW Crescent St, free

This free, family-friendly music series features local eats and live beats. August 9 features the GHD Band; August 23 features Baz Moto. Dogs, umbrellas, coolers, and outside alcohol are not allowed. Visit the event page for more info.

Events at The Reser

12625 SW Crescent St

Here’s just a sampling of events at The Patricia Reser Center for the Arts. Visit the website for details and more events.

Beaverton Night Market activities

Saturday, August 8, 5 pm, Beaverton Night Market, free

The Reser joins the Night Market with a Maker Space at 5 pm and a FaceKing performance at 5:30 pm.

2026 Star Awards

Sunday, August 23, 3 pm, The Reser, free (reservation required)

The dertainment Foundation and The Reser honor regional leaders and artists. Hosted by DJ O.G.ONE and DJ Klyph, the awards begin at 5 pm following pre-show activities.

Musical playground

Saturday, August 22, 11 am-2 pm, The Reser, free

An interactive music event for families with children age 10 and under. Explore instruments from around the world with trained instructors. More info at the Musical Playground page.

Village Gallery of Arts

Open Tuesday-Sunday, 11 am-5 pm, 1060 NW Saltzman, next to the library,

ArtChat: meet our featured artists

Sunday, August 9, 3-5 pm, Village Gallery of Arts, free

Explore the creative worlds of our featured artists. Featured 2D Artist Amy Mower uses acrylics, watercolor, and vintage ephemera to tell stories through collage and painting. Featured 3D Artist Rae Campbell presents Through the Years, a collection of kiln-fired glass works. Big and bold: Vicki Szukalla presents Contemplativa, an impressionistic neon acrylic painting inspired by a sunlit bay in Italy.

Classes: All ages

Ceramics open studio

Sunday, August 16, 1-3 pm, $20/hr plus $10 supplies

Rose Rutherford-Ha provides a drop-in environment for all ages to try ceramics. Additional fees apply for glazing and firing. Open studio runs the third Sunday of each month. Max 12 students.

Adult Classes

Introduction to watercolor painting

Tuesdays in August, 7-9:30 pm, $120 members/$140 non-members

Susan Pfahl offers an introductory class for age 16+ focused on how paint and paper react. Max 8 students.

Watercolor painting with Beth Pansino

August 12, 26, and 29, $40/class

Beth Pansino teaches fundamental watercolor techniques with Oregon-inspired subjects: Lost Lake Galaxy (August 12, 12:30-3 pm); Surfing the Gorge (August 26, 12:30-3 pm); and Cape Lookout (August 29, 1-3:30 pm). Age 18+; max 12 students.

Macrame pot hangers for beginners

Friday, August 14, 1-4 pm, $60

Lydia Thomas teaches basic macrame weaving for interior decor or gifts. Age 18+, supplies included, max 10 students.

Tissue paper collage with Amy Mower

Wednesday, August 19, 11:30 am-2:30 pm, Village Gallery of Arts, $25

Amy Mower guides you to layer translucent tissue paper to create vibrant art. Age 18+; supplies included; max 8 students.

Children’s Classes will return in September.

The Village Gallery of Arts (VGA) is a non-profit staffed by volunteers dedicated to art education and appreciation. Subscribe to our newsletter for updates. Gift certificates for art or classes are available onsite.