ADX Fest Opening Night

Join us as we kick off with an unforgettable Opening Night celebration honoring and the vibrant creative community that makes Portland unlike anywhere else.

ADX has always been a reflection of Portland's creative spirit: a place where artists, makers, designers, craftspeople, filmmakers, musicians, entrepreneurs, and innovators come together to create, collaborate, and build community. Opening Night is an invitation to celebrate the people and ideas that continue to shape our city's creative future.

Explore a special exhibition of work by ADX alumni and members in Gallery X and the Loading Bay, contribute to our interactive Time Capsule installation, participate in hands-on workshops, and be among the first to experience highlights from Makers Gotta Make: Community, Connection + Creativity, a film celebrating the stories and impact of Portland's creative makers.

Enjoy complimentary food, beverages, and anniversary cake while connecting with artists, entrepreneurs, neighbors, and creative enthusiasts from across the region. Whether you're a longtime supporter or discovering ADX for the first time, Opening Night is the perfect way to launch a weekend celebrating Portland's thriving creative economy and the people who power it.

Let's celebrate where we've been, imagine what's next, and toast to the next 15 years of creativity.

Free and open to all.