The Blumenauer Witching Hour is coming â a one-day Halloween & DĂa de los Muertos festival transforming the Eastside into a vibrant, car-free corridor of celebration and connection.
For the first time ever, a full stretch of the future Green Loop will close to traffic and open for people. Anchored by the Blumenauer Bridge and the cultural hub of the Bear Blocks, this community-powered event reimagines our streets as spaces for creativity, joy, and sustainable urban life.
The festival is co-produced by Central Eastside Industrial Council, Central Eastside Together, Lloyd EcoDistrict, Friends of Green Loop, Lloyd Enhanced Services District, Go Lloyd, and Milagro.
đ Whatâs Happening at The Witching Hour?
2:00 PM â 6:00 PMÂ
-Pumpkin decorating stations, costume parades, and bike-decorating competitions-Interactive educational booths with local nonprofits and community partners-Street games, chalk art, and hands-on sustainability fun-Beer garden + food vendors highlighting Portland favorites-Costume contest with prizes for kids, adults, and groups-Pop-up markets + creative vending-Live bands and DJs bringing the streets to life
12PM - 3PM | Milagroâs DĂa de los Muertos Altar Ride
A community ride that culminates at the festival, connecting Halloween energy with Day of the Dead traditions.
đ Why This Matters
The Blumenauer Witching Hour is both a party and a pilot. By closing portions of NE/SE 7th Avenue to cars, the festival demonstrates the viability of a car-free Green Loop.
Itâs a chance to:
- Showcase how pedestrian-friendly streets support local businesses and build community
- Encourage walking, biking, and transit as joyful, everyday transportation choices
- Gather feedback for future transformations of the Green Loop
- Highlight the economic and cultural vitality of Lloyd, Central Eastside, and Milagroâs artistic community
đŁ Tabling Opportunities
Weâre inviting community groups, nonprofits, and local businesses to host a booth or table. You are welcome to sell, sample, give out info, have an activity, etc! Please bring candy for the kids!Â
- Each tabling organization will receive: 1 10x10 space for one canopy, one table, and two chairs. Let us know below if you need more space.
- Expected attendance:
1,000+ people throughout the day.
- Share your mission, showcase your work, and help shape the Green Loopâs future.
