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The diversity of Portland's residents and visitors brings to life a night atmosphere that is as diverse as the people.  Whether you want to sit back and relax and grab a cold beer from one of many of Portland's famous breweries or you want to let your hair down and party the night away, there is certain to be a club or hole in the wall to suit your tastes.

From live music to live entertainment, there is always something going on in this bustling city.  Take in some live music, a trip downtown and indulge your tastes with some terrific food and drink or kick back and take in some soulful blue or jazz.  There's more than enough nightlife in Portland to keep you busy for months.  Be sure to check out some of the great spots that make up this great city!

Portland Nightlife Features

Drink of the Week: Tom Collins

Drink of the Week: Tom Collins

It is essentially a Gin Fizz, using “Old Tom Gin” (a sweetened version of, and precursor to, London Dry Gin) and served in a Collins glass over ice. Commercial sweet and sour mix is commonly used as a replacement for t...

Drink of the Week: Kamikaze

Drink of the Week: Kamikaze

The Kamikaze is made of equal parts Vodka, Triple Sec and lime juice. It can be served strained into a highball glass (or shot glasses) or on the rocks in a lowball glass. Garnish is typically a wedge or twist of lime. The drink&#...

Drink of the Week: Manhattan

Drink of the Week: Manhattan

A Manhattan is a cocktail made with whiskey, sweet vermouth, ice, and bitters. Commonly used whiskeys include rye (the traditional choice), Canadian, bourbon and Tennessee. Proportions of whiskey to vermouth vary, from a very swee...

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