Portland Event Guide: Burger Week, Meteor Showers, and More Headline August 10-16
The Portland Mercury has released its weekly guide to events in the city from August 10-16. Highlights include Burger Week, film screenings at Hollywood Theatre and Academy Theater, the Perseid meteor shower with OMSI star parties, a Cat Power concert,…
Portland, OR, August 10, 2026 —
Portland residents can look forward to a diverse array of events from August 10 to August 16, as detailed in the latest weekly guide from the Portland Mercury. The week is set to feature culinary delights, cinematic experiences, astronomical observations, live music, and a unique local competition.
A major highlight of the week is the highly anticipated Burger Week, offering an opportunity for attendees to sample a variety of burger creations. Further entertainment includes film screenings hosted at both the historic Hollywood Theatre and the Academy Theater, providing options for movie enthusiasts.
For those interested in the cosmos, the annual Perseid meteor shower will be visible, accompanied by special star parties organized by OMSI (Oregon Museum of Science and Industry). These events aim to provide a guided viewing experience of the celestial phenomenon.
Music lovers can anticipate a performance by the artist Cat Power. The week’s events also include the return of the vibrant PDX Adult Soapbox Derby, a local tradition known for its creative and often eccentric homemade racing vehicles.
The guide from the Portland Mercury serves as a comprehensive resource for navigating the city’s cultural and entertainment landscape during this period.
Story summarized from the original created by Lindsay Costello and Mercury Staff on www.portlandmercury.com, see more information here.
