KERNSIDE

Explore the 5th coolest neighborhood on the planet

Kerns, Portland

Recently voted 5th coolest neighborhood in the WORLD, by Time Out

Time Out — which reports on travel, culture and entertainment — curated a list of the 38 coolest neighborhoods. The online global magazine said a neighborhood's cool factor goes beyond being a "hipster hub" and reflects the best of its city's culture, community spirit, and food and drink "all condensed in one vibey, walkable district."

Kerns might belong to one of the West Coast’s major cities, but it feels like a perfectly-formed small town," the article said. "It’s surrounded by residential streets filled with some of the city’s most charming craftsman homes, Spanish-style apartments, flower-filled gardens and fruiting trees.

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PLAY

Catch a movie, relax in the park

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ENRICH

Get in a workout, get your hair did, and savor all the self-care

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STAY

Enjoy a restful stay after a long day of exploring

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EAT

All the best food Portland has to offer

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DRINK

Sip and savor the best drinks in town

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SHOP

Explore Portland’s lively retail offerings

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Upcoming Events

0 days to the event
Wed, Aug 27
Kernside Happy Hour
Dear Sandy
Details
Aug 27, 2025, 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Dear Sandy, 2800 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR 97232, USA
Kernside happy hour - join us on from 6-9pm at Dear Sandy on Sandy and 28th to meet other small business owners and folks who love this neighborhood ❤️
Multiple Dates
1 day to the event
Thu, Aug 28
Urbanist Happy Hour
Portland
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Aug 28, 2025, 4:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Portland, 2720 SE Ankeny St, Portland, OR 97214, USA
Strong Towns PDX will host bike riders, housing and land use nerds, public transit geeks, and all those who like urban planning and design to meet and enjoy a social Thursday together. Getting food at local businesses and eating in the plaza, enjoying coffee or beverages.
Multiple Dates
3 days to the event
Sat, Aug 30
Free Public Workout Class!
Portland
Details
Aug 30, 2025, 10:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Portland, 2720 SE Ankeny St, Portland, OR 97214, USA
A free weekly workout on Saturday mornings on the stage at Rainbow Road. Expert trainers from Lone Fir Fitness will lead the group in a whole body & cardio workout suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Wear athletic shoes and clothing and bring water, a sweat towel, and a mat if you have it!
10 days to the event
Sat, Sep 06
Goodbye Summer!
Portland
Details
Sep 06, 2025, 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Portland, SE Ankeny St & SE 28th Ave, Portland, OR 97214, USA
Vendors! Live Music!! Comedy!!! And a bouncy castle with a water slide?!?!? Come celebrate the end of the summer with us on Rainbow Road!
Multiple Dates
25 days to the event
Sun, Sep 21
Kernside Serenade!
Portland
Details
Sep 21, 2025, 11:00 AM – 2:00 PM
Portland, 2720 SE Ankeny St, Portland, OR 97214, USA
A monthly series of summer concerts on Rainbow Road: a collaboration between Kernside, Curbside Serenade & Rose City Guitar!