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Music on Main: Pa'lante

Spicy Tastes of Pa'lante Salsa and Latin Jazz LIVE Portland

Irresistible Afro-Caribbean dance music!

Fiery salsa, Latin jazz and more with Pa'lante's acclaimed 9-piece band. This year Pa'lante celebrates more than 3 decades of thrilling Portland audiences with the music of Cuba, Puerto Rico, and beyond.

About Music on Main

On Wednesday evenings in July and August, Portland’5 takes advantage of the summer weather in Portland to present the Music on Main concert series. The free outdoor concerts are held on Main Street next to Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall—between Southwest Broadway and Park Avenue in downtown Portland—and feature popular local musicians playing a diverse collection of music.

Music on Main is open to the public and the concerts run from 5pm to 7pm. All ages are welcome. Seating is available on a first come, first-served basis—tickets are not required.

Food & Drinks Available

Food and drinks (including alcohol for those 21+ w/ ID) provided by the ArtBar are available to purchase. Tables are reserved for food and beverage patrons. Table service begins at 4pm.

Music on Main Menu

Thanks to Our Sponsors!

Music on Main is made possible through the generous support of:
Music on Main Sponsors

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