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ADX Community Night
Join us for ADX Community Night — a monthly gathering where creativity, collaboration, and connection come together under one roof. Whether you’re a long-time ADX member, a maker curious about the space, or someone just looking to meet like-minded creatives, all are welcome!
This free, casual event is an open invitation to come as you are and be part of our vibrant community. We’ll have complimentary food and beverages to keep the conversations flowing and the ideas buzzing. It’s a perfect opportunity to catch up with fellow makers, meet new people, and get inspired by the wide range of talents and projects happening across our space.
Visitors and ADX members alike are encouraged to share what they’re working on — from woodworking and metalwork to art, design, fabrication, and everything in between. Bring your questions about creative processes, get feedback on current projects, or just soak in the diverse experiences and expertise around you. No pressure, no formal presentations — just an open floor for friendly exchange and idea-sharing.
Whether you want to show off a piece you’ve just finished, get advice on your next step, or simply enjoy good conversation over snacks and drinks, there’s a seat for you at the table.
Crow Collective Gallery Pop Up!
Pretty Ugly is a show that embraces the messy in-between of all things beautiful and unpleasant. It’s a celebration of how we all see life in our own unique way.
Before you is a collective of artists and craftspeople working as creatives in Portland, Oregon, with backgrounds in puppet-making, animation, painting, sculpture, digital media, and more. These are makers who welcome both the pretty and the ugly parts of creating, embracing process with all their emotion, patience, technique and a love for making art!
Join us on opening night, August 15th! From 5-10pm.
Drippy Bears: Paint Pouring Workshop!
Drippy Bears is a recurring, all-ages, family-friendly event at Art Design Xchange that invites participants to explore the art of paint pouring!
Attendees have the chance to create and decorate their own bear sculptures using fun paint techniques that emphasize creativity and fun. This hands-on workshop encourages artistic expression for both beginners and experienced artists alike, making it a perfect activity for families and individuals looking to engage with art in a relaxed, welcoming environment.
Join us to make colorful, unique bear artworks that celebrate imagination and community spirit.
Crit Night at ADX!
Join us for Crit Night at ADX—a supportive space for artists to share their work and receive constructive, thoughtful feedback.
This is a chance to talk about your creative intentions, explore the decisions behind your work, and grow through community dialogue.
We’ll consider your voice, audience, and platform as we engage in open, respectful critique to help each other push our work forward. Whether you're presenting or listening, all are welcome in this creative conversation.
We have space for 3 artists to present their work during the session. To reserve a slot, please contact info@artdesignxchange.com
Thorough Cypher
Join us and @thorough_studio as we bring the dance community together in Portland’s first ever Cypher focused event. Bring your skills & energy to the circle, that’s it! All skill levels welcome- all dance styles welcome- all people are welcome. It will be a vibe- don’t miss it!
This is a spectator-friendly event.
THIS CYPHER WILL TAKE PLACE OUTDOORS IN THE ADX PARK!
Created and organized by @thoroughstudio, this is a recurring event every 3rd Friday of the month (Except this month!) at @adxportland
7-10pm!! $10 suggested donation (all funds go towards future events and paying the DJ!)
Bread and Butter
Join us at ADX on August 8th to enjoy fresh baked bread, butter (+non dairy options), and great company! All are welcome to this FREE event!
Bread and Butter is organized by KB+BA Architecture as an opportunity to gather to spend time as a community. Participants are welcome to enjoy fresh bread and partake in a sketch session with the group.
Recurring every second Friday of the month!
Re:Create Artist talk and craft night
A continuation of the Re:Create Gallery Show, artist Michelle Shaw will host a hands-on craft night inviting makers of all kinds to create art using recycled materials. Come connect with fellow creatives, and hear Michelle share insights into the themes and inspirations behind her work. All materials provided—just bring your curiosity and creativity!
Re-use market: Re:Create
Rumble in the Jumble, together with @adxportland , is popping up for the Recreate Art Show & Makers Bazaar! Mark your calendars for Sat, Aug 2nd from 10-2, for an epic art event, featuring 20+ sustainability focused artists & artisans, here to feature upcycled creations galore... from utterly unique handmade clothing, to arts that portray a truly significant message, to accessories deconstructed and rebuilt as totally different accessories... and much more!
August Gallery Opening: Michelle Shaw; Re:Create
Join us for ReCreate, a unique art show that explores the power of transformation through reuse. Featuring work from local artists who specialize in creating with salvaged, reclaimed, and discarded materials, this show invites us to reflect on the cycles of regeneration, the beauty of imperfection, and the strength of community.
Through sculpture, installation, mixed media, and more, ReCreate asks: What happens when we breathe new life into what’s been thrown away? How can art shape our relationship with waste and remind us of the interconnectedness of all things?
Coworking session at ADX!
Join us at ADX on Wednesday, July 31st for a co-working session led by Finn of Fox Fern Tattoos. This is a free event, and all are welcome! Bring a project that you’re working on to create within a group of curious and engaged people. During this session you can expect a spot at our large community table to craft, write, draw, or do any personal projects you’re working on.
Please send us an email to RSVP: info@artdesignxchange.com
New Birth Crew: 16th Year Anniversary
Portland’s own New Birth Crew is celebrating 16 years of breaking, community, and culture — and you're invited to join the party at ADX!
Rooted in Southeast Portland, New Birth Crew returns to the SE side for a homegrown celebration paying homage to the scene that raised us. Expect powerful cyphers, raw energy, and nothing but love for the PDX dance community.
Edy Slic & Foojin will be holding it down on the 1s & 2s, spinning the beats that move the feet.
Admission: $20 at the door (cash preferred)
Whether you’ve rocked with us from the beginning or you’re new to the scene, this is a moment you don’t want to miss. Let’s honor the past, live the present, and build the future — together.
Judges:
Serg (HOODZ)
Fever1 (DVS/MASSIVE/ROCKSTEADY)
Orb (CIRCLE OF FIRE/SOULSHIFTERS)
2 v 2 Breakin’ Battle for $1,000 + Gifts
1 v 1 Top2Bottom Battle for $500 + Gifts
@adxportland 417 SE 11th
Doors open at 6pm
Battles begin at 7pm
Thorough Cypher
Join us and @thorough_studio as we bring the dance community together in Portland’s first ever Cypher focused event. Bring your skills & energy to the circle, that’s it! All skill levels welcome- all dance styles welcome- all people are welcome. It will be a vibe- don’t miss it!
This is a spectator-friendly event.
Created and organized by @thoroughstudio, this is a recurring event every 3rd Friday of the month (Except this month!) at @adxportland
7-10pm!! $10 suggested donation (all funds go towards future events and paying the DJ!)
5 Years In: A Pandemic Art Pop-Up Gallery opening
Welcome to the 5 Years In: A Pandemic Art Pop-Up Opening event! Join us at ADX for a masks-required (KN95s or better, masks will be provided to those who don't have them) opening night!
Drop in to check out work from local artists including paintings, poetry, and watch the award winning documentary Connection | Isolation. Connection | Isolation will be showing with closed captions and limited audio.
We'll have air purifiers provided by the Portland Clean Air Committee and the space is ADA accessible. Please note another event will be happening in the venue parking lot starting at 7. Free to attend, but donations made at the opening will go to cover the gallery space.
Can't make it to the opening? Check out the pop-up from 10am - 6pm on Saturday and Sunday, 9am - 6pm on Monday and Tuesday, or 9am - 8pm on Wednesday the 31st. Please note that there will be unmasked people in the space during those times since it is a shared space.
Questions? Email cosmiclb@proton.me
Crit Night at ADX!
Join us for Crit Night at ADX—a supportive space for artists to share their work and receive constructive, thoughtful feedback.
This is a chance to talk about your creative intentions, explore the decisions behind your work, and grow through community dialogue.
We’ll consider your voice, audience, and platform as we engage in open, respectful critique to help each other push our work forward. Whether you're presenting or listening, all are welcome in this creative conversation.
We have space for 3 artists to present their work during the session. To reserve a slot, please contact info@artdesignxchange.com
The Eccentric Visual Art Cultural Exhibition
A collection of artists showcasing visual arts, craft, and performances including spoken word, music, and dance!
This event features local musicians, artists, and vendors gathered together to celebrate culture, creativity, and community! We hope to see you there!
Sock Puppet Workshop By Tim!
Join Tim Giugni in the ADX Loading Bay for a Free Sock Puppet Workshop! You’ll learn how to transform a sock into a tool for storytelling, play, and creativity!
Free and Open to All!
ADX Community Night: All Welcome!
Join us for ADX Community Night — a monthly gathering where creativity, collaboration, and connection come together under one roof. Whether you’re a long-time ADX member, a maker curious about the space, or someone just looking to meet like-minded creatives, all are welcome!
This free, casual event is an open invitation to come as you are and be part of our vibrant community. We’ll have complimentary food and beverages to keep the conversations flowing and the ideas buzzing. It’s a perfect opportunity to catch up with fellow makers, meet new people, and get inspired by the wide range of talents and projects happening across our space.
Visitors and ADX members alike are encouraged to share what they’re working on — from woodworking and metalwork to art, design, fabrication, and everything in between. Bring your questions about creative processes, get feedback on current projects, or just soak in the diverse experiences and expertise around you. No pressure, no formal presentations — just an open floor for friendly exchange and idea-sharing.
Whether you want to show off a piece you’ve just finished, get advice on your next step, or simply enjoy good conversation over snacks and drinks, there’s a seat for you at the table.
Unidos Por Siempre
The fundraiser aims to bring our community together in response to the recent mass deportations, which have deeply affected many of us. To uplift spirits and support those directly impacted, the event will feature live music and a large raffle—all with 100% of proceeds going to an organization providing direct aid. The community has already shown tremendous support, and I’m confident this will be a meaningful gathering.
Coworking session at ADX!
Join us at ADX on Wednesday, July 2nd for a co-working session led by Finn of Fox Fern Tattoos. This is a free event, and all are welcome! Bring a project that you’re working on to create within a group of curious and engaged people. During this session you can expect a spot at our large community table to craft, write, draw, or do any personal projects you’re working on.
Please send us an email to RSVP: info@artdesignxchange.com
Drippy Bears
Summer is back & we’re bringing the good vibes at Drippy Bears! Come & hang with us, and drip your bear. Included are disposable gloves & aprons, art supplies, lots of paint! Light snacks and good vibes :)
Thorough Cypher
Join us and @thorough_studio as we bring the dance community together in Portland’s first ever Cypher focused event. Bring your skills & energy to the circle, that’s it! All skill levels welcome- all dance styles welcome- all people are welcome. It will be a vibe- don’t miss it!
This is a spectator-friendly event.
Created and organized by @thoroughstudio, this is a recurring event every 3rd Friday of the month at @adxportland
7-10pm!! $10 suggested donation (all funds go towards future events and paying the DJ!)
Kemet Light Media: Art Showcase
Join us on Friday, June 14th at ADX for an Art Pop-Up hosted in collaboration with Kemet Light Media! This showcase will feature original works from five talented local artists, alongside live music, delicious food, and a creative atmosphere that celebrates community and culture.
Whether you're an art lover, curious newcomer, or just looking for a fun event- all are welcome. Come support local creatives and experience an evening of inspiration and connection!
Weekend Pop Up Market!
Join us every weekend at the ADX lot on Stark and 11th for a community market featuring local vendors! Find gift baskets, local soaps, and artists showing their wares! 10-2pm on Saturday and Sunday! Organized by With Love PDX, this market is a great spot to hit along your Saturday morning route! Check out local arts, creative products, and a welcoming environment at ADX!
Come by to support local artists!
Interested in vending this market? Please reach out to ADX via email: info@artdesignxchange.com
Bread And Butter!
Join us at ADX on June 13th to enjoy fresh baked bread, butter (+non dairy options), and great company! All are welcome to this FREE event!
Bread and Butter is organized by KB+BA Architecture as an opportunity to gather to spend time as a community. Participants are welcome to enjoy fresh bread and partake in a sketch session with the group.
Recurring every second Friday of the month!
Curiosity Club: Show and Tell
Come to ADX to enjoy a playful evening coordinated by the Curiosity Club! Build a blanket fort, and snack on nostalgic goodies while you listen and participate in a show and tell with treasures from your younger years.
Free and open to the public!
ADX Community Night
Join us for ADX Community Night — a monthly gathering where creativity, collaboration, and connection come together under one roof. Whether you’re a long-time ADX member, a maker curious about the space, or someone just looking to meet like-minded creatives, all are welcome!
This free, casual event is an open invitation to come as you are and be part of our vibrant community. We’ll have complimentary food and beverages to keep the conversations flowing and the ideas buzzing. It’s a perfect opportunity to catch up with fellow makers, meet new people, and get inspired by the wide range of talents and projects happening across our space.
Visitors and ADX members alike are encouraged to share what they’re working on — from woodworking and metalwork to art, design, fabrication, and everything in between. Bring your questions about creative processes, get feedback on current projects, or just soak in the diverse experiences and expertise around you. No pressure, no formal presentations — just an open floor for friendly exchange and idea-sharing.
Whether you want to show off a piece you’ve just finished, get advice on your next step, or simply enjoy good conversation over snacks and drinks, there’s a seat for you at the table.
Summer Skate Deck Show (Day 3!)
Join us for the third day of the Summer Skate Deck Show and enjoy a lively thrift market by Thrifty Night Market!
Weekend Pop Up Market!
Join us every weekend at the ADX lot on Stark and 11th for a community market featuring local vendors! Find gift baskets, local soaps, and artists showing their wares! 10-2pm on Saturday and Sunday! Organized by With Love PDX, this market is a great spot to hit along your Saturday morning route! Check out local arts, creative products, and a welcoming environment at ADX!
Come by to support local artists!
Interested in vending this market? Please reach out to ADX via email: info@artdesignxchange.com
Summer Skate Deck Show (Day 2!)
Stop by ADX in the morning of June 7th for a pop up artist market, featuring local vendors, creative works, and unique goods for sale! Enjoy local music, stop by the food cart pod for lunch, and support your local artists by visiting our art market.
We’ll be keeping the opening weekend vibes rolling with a music show in the evening of June 7th in our freshly renovated lot space! Portland band, The Lxcals, have organized a killer lineup of Latino musicians and artists. Join for a high-energy show froim 5-10pm!
Weekend Pop Up Market!
Join us every weekend at the ADX lot on Stark and 11th for a community market featuring local vendors! Find gift baskets, local soaps, and artists showing their wares! 10-2pm on Saturday and Sunday! Organized by With Love PDX, this market is a great spot to hit along your Saturday morning route! Check out local arts, creative products, and a welcoming environment at ADX!
Come by to support local artists!
Interested in vending this market? Please reach out to ADX via email: info@artdesignxchange.com
Infinite Lives Infinite Stories
TICKET LINK
'Infinite Lives, Infinite Stories' is a 2-day popup interactive art installation presented by the Multiverse Collective at ADX Portland. Atomic Age aesthetic meets modern day nostalgia in this thought-provoking show. Guests can expect the unexpected as they journey through the gallery, obtain their keys, and unlock unique storylines in the Observational Hub (the Void). This intercosmic roadshow will teach participants how to harness their emotions to span connections across dimensions, but for two nights only. Background in Quantum Mechanics not required.
Open from 5-9:30pm on May 30th and 31st, timed tickets can be purchased in advance from the website. Hosted bar, 18+ event. Behind the Scenes : Conception
'Infinite Lives, Infinite Stories' is a continuation of 'A Modern Allegory of a Cave' (Barcelona, 2024) & 'Solarium' (Portland, 2023), interactive art pieces by interdisciplinary artist, James Knudsen. Infinite Lives extends Plato's Allegory of the Cave for the AI era by drawing parallels between the probabilistic nature of quantum physics and modern machine learning algorithms. As artificial intelligence becomes increasingly ubiquitous, Infinite Lives poses questions like:
How do we trust what we see is reality?
What is the power of our authentic connections to others (and ourselves)?
How is existence rendered through our interaction with it?
In crafting this interactive show, James explores themes of escapism and surveillance/voyeurism through scientific curiosity and artistic expression. The Multiverse Collective, in the process of harnessing emotional energy, tailors their roadshow to the interplay between grief and nostalgia -- two of the most powerful, complicated, and highly resonant feelings. In the narrative, emotional energy is used to tie our current experiences to other multiverses, and thus alternate realities. The central motif of Infinite Lives is the use of vintage technology, specifically CRT TVs as portals, exposing what lies beyond as a method of palatable consumption. In doing the show, James hopes guest will leave with new points of reference for community oriented public art experiences.
Behind the Scenes : Featured Artists/The Multiverse Collective
Within the context of the allegory, the Multiverse Collective (MC) represents the individuals in charge of producing reality for show guests. In our timeline, the MC is represented by various visual and interactive artists primarily from Portland, but also from California, Germany, and India. The show contains approximately 20 installations from over 15 artists and community members. Contributions include but are not limited to textile art, sculpture, and mixed-media collage.
Among the artists, several members of the Multiverse Collective also play interactive characters within the show. The actors are responsible for both maintaining the functionality of the technology, enhancing show narrative, and helping participants look deeper within themselves. Led by the resurrected Schrödinger's cat, the MC uses their advanced understanding of quantum mechanics to build links of interconnected multiverses - calling into question the meaning of omniscience and the role of god in the multiverse. On Consumption: The production of a large event such as this relies on significant consumption of resources, energy, and time. While the vast majority of the props and technology used in the show are secondhand, many are not. James aims to have all feasible materials used in the show given a new life for low or no cost. Please contact James if you are interested in any pieces.
ADX LOT TRANSFORMATION!
With Funding from the Central Eastside Better Together Grant, ADX will be transforming our parking lot into a community gathering hub on May 24th!
We are calling on the community to help us out with mural painting, planting our garden, and creating interactive art elements.
Weekend Market
Join us every weekend at the ADX lot on Stark and 11th for a community market featuring local vendors! Find gift baskets, local soaps, and artists showing their wares! 10-2pm on Saturday and Sunday! Organized by With Love PDX, this market is a great spot to hit along your Saturday morning route! Check out local arts, creative products, and a welcoming environment at ADX!
Come by to support local artists!
Interested in vending this market? Please reach out to ADX via email: info@artdesignxchange.com
Thorough Cypher
Join us at ADX for a dance cypher! All styles are welcome. Spectators are also welcome to join the fun! Recurring every 3rd Friday of the month.