GROUPON GUIDE TO PORTLAND

Things to Do in Portland in June: How to Save $100 a Week

May 30, 2018

Summer in the City of Roses means it's time to celebrate the Portland Rose Festival. From the opening night fireworks on May 25th to the Cambia Portland Classic LPGA event concluding September 2nd, the city will come alive with parades, art shows, boat races, and other traditional Portland events.

But whether you're in town for the festival or you're a long-time resident who's had their fill of it, you might be looking for more things to do in Portland in June—particularly ones that won't cost a fortune. Below you'll find a week-by-week itinerary including three ideas: one weekend event, one weeknight activity, and one errand you might need to get done this month. Add up the Groupon discount each week and you'll get a sense of how easy it is to save up to $100 a week this month.

Week 1: June 1–7

Weekend Idea: Premium Tasting at Eastside Distilling

The Deal: $39 for a premium tasting package for four ($84 value)
Amount Saved: $45 for four people
The Story: Spend a leisurely afternoon sampling spirits such as Burnside Bourbon and Below Deck Spiced Rum before enjoying a full cocktail and taking home a T-shirt.

Weeknight Idea: Four-Course Chef's Menu at Riverview Restaurant

The Deal: $60 for a four-course chef's menu for two people ($100 value)
Amount Saved: $40 for two people
The Story: Feast on entrees such as the gorgonzola butternut ravioli or portabella chicken alongside a starter, salad, and dessert at this romantic restaurant with exposed wood beams and a stone-front fireplace.

Get It Done: Shellac Manicure at Trend Salon and Spa

The Deal: $15 for one shellac manicure ($35 value)
Amount Saved: $20

Weekly Savings: $105

Week 2: June 8–14

Weekend Idea: Comedy Show at Harvey's Comedy Club

The Deal: $36 for four general admission tickets to a standup show through 7/31/18 ($72 value)
Amount Saved: $36
The Story: Check out national touring comics and local up-and-comers five nights a week at a club with a full bar and impressive food menu.

Weeknight Idea: Movie Night at Joy Cinema and Pub

The Deal: $21 for a movie outing for four with tickets and drinks ($40 value)
Amount Saved: $19 for four people
The Story: Snack on German sausages and Frito nachos while taking in recent hit films such as Black Panther and A Wrinkle in Time; evening shows also serve alcohol and are for ages 21 and up only.

Get It Done: Auto Maintenance at Sears Auto Center

The Deal: $79.99 for a wheel alignment, tire rotation, and conventional oil change ($134.98 value)
Amount Saved: $54.99

Weekly Savings: $109.99

Week 3: June 15–21

Weekend Idea: The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery

The Deal: $56 for one general admission ticket to any show with mug through 9/29/18 ($79.90 value)
Amount Saved: $47.80 for two people
The Story: While you dine on a three-course meal, you'll interrogate your fellow guests to suss out the true criminals planted among you. Solve a murder, eat a steak—it's all in a night's work.

Weeknight Idea: Thai Dinner at Sunee's Thai Restaurant

The Deal: $15 for $25 toward Thai and Lao food from the dinner menu
Amount Saved: $10
The Story: Users praise the "amazing service" at this Thai cafe with a "cute atmosphere" and "delicious noodle dishes." Bonus: the menu is notably vegan-friendly.

Get It Done: House Cleaning from Cozy Maid

The Deal: $59 for two hours of cleaning ($100 value)
Amount Saved: $41

Weekly Savings: $98.80

Week 4: June 22–30

Weekend Idea: Boat Tour from Scovare Expeditions

The Deal: $69 for a one-hour Portland Bridge or City Lights tour for two ($118 value)
Amount Saved: $49 for two people
The Story: Board this pontoon for a scenic ride past 10 bridges and around 4 islands, either during the day or on a more leisurely night-time cruise that lingers on views of the city lights.

Weeknight Idea: Italian Dinner at Cafe Allegro

The Deal: $16 for $30 worth of Italian food
Amount Saved: $14
The Story: With a 4.5-star rating from nearly 5,000 users, it's safe to call this quaint Italian bistro a hit with customers. Feast on sauteed prawns, smoked salmon fettuccine, hearth-baked four-cheese pizza, and more.