5 Things to Do in Vancouver WA & Portland This Weekend (September 4–7, 2026)
5 Local Events in Vancouver WA, Camas & Portland Not to Miss This September (2026)
This one spans the whole month rather than a single weekend, on purpose. Some of September's best local events land right on Labor Day weekend, Heritage Choir's street fair in Vancouver, while others land at the very end of September in Camas (the Farmers Market's season-closing Harvest Festival) or run all month across the river in Portland (the Dahlia Festival and Montavilla Jazz Festival). There's also a standing weekly option in Camas for anyone looking for something a little different: bellydance classes at LiveWellCamas.
For more on what makes Clark County worth exploring beyond the calendar, check out my guides to Vancouver, Washington and the best sunset spots around town.
Here are five local events worth knowing about this September in Vancouver, WA, Camas, and Portland, OR.
Heritage Choir Fall Street Fair — Vancouver, WA
A community festival supporting the Heritage Choir program, with vendors of all kinds, from handmade crafts and artisan goods to food trucks and boutique small businesses. Live music runs throughout the day, and 100% of proceeds go toward the Heritage Choir fundraiser.
What to Expect
- Handmade crafts, artisan goods, and boutique vendors
- Food vendors and treats throughout the day
- Live music performances all day
- Family-friendly atmosphere, free to attend
- 100% of proceeds support the Heritage Choir fundraiser
💡 Pro Tip from a Local
This is a great weekend kickoff if you're also headed downtown or across the river later in the day, Heritage High School is on the east side, so plan your route if you're pairing it with Portland events the same weekend.
Camas Farmers Market Harvest Festival — Camas, WA
The Camas Farmers Market wraps up its 19th season with its annual Harvest Festival, a celebration of abundance, local food access, and community. Expect live music all evening, fun food options, and knife sharpening, plus a full lineup of free kids' activities.
What to Expect
- Live music all evening
- Food vendors and knife sharpening
- Free kids' activities: face painting, pumpkin bowling, a scarecrow photo op, Harvest Story Time, and Produce Pals
- The market's final session of its 19th season
💡 Pro Tip from a Local
This is a Wednesday evening event, not a weekend one, so it's an easy add-on to an after-work or after-school routine rather than something you need to plan a whole outing around.
Bellydance Classes at LiveWellCamas — Camas, WA
Taught by Emi Reem, LiveWellCamas studio offers two Sunday bellydance classes exploring Raqs Sharqi, the classical Egyptian style known for its rich musicality, elegant lines, and expressive storytelling through movement. The 11 a.m. class covers foundational bellydance movement and footwork; the 12 p.m. class builds on that with classical choreography and traditional Egyptian folk dance.
What to Expect
- 11 AM – Raqs Sharqi Foundations (basic bellydance movement and footwork)
- 12 PM – Raqs Sharqi Choreography (classical bellydance and Egyptian folk dance)
- Taught by instructor Emi Reem
- Recurring weekly, running since July 2026
💡 Pro Tip from a Local
Note: this is a recurring paid class rather than a single dated event, and I wasn't able to independently confirm the schedule is still running through September, check emireem.wordpress.com or LiveWellCamas directly before planning around it.
Montavilla Jazz Festival — Portland
A Travel Portland Editor's Pick, Montavilla Jazz Festival brings together artists making some of their most exciting work right now across three days of walkable neighborhood venues. Headliner Lo Steele leads a lineup that mixes bold new collaborations and world premieres with returning artists and rising voices from Portland's jazz community.
What to Expect
- Three days of jazz across walkable Montavilla neighborhood venues
- Headliner Lo Steele, plus a mix of new collaborations and rising local artists
- A Travel Portland Editor's Pick for 2026
- Move between venues and follow your curiosity, festival-style
💡 Pro Tip from a Local
Since performances are spread across multiple neighborhood venues, check montavillajazz.org for the full schedule before you go so you can map out which sets you don't want to miss.
Dahlia Festival — Swan Island Dahlias, Portland
Another Travel Portland Editor's Pick, this one's a full-month option since it's open every day through the end of September. Stroll almost 50 acres of dahlia fields and a display garden featuring over 375 varieties, browse the gift shop, pick up fresh-cut dahlias, or catch live music and food carts on the weekend.
What to Expect
- Nearly 50 acres of dahlia fields featuring 375+ varieties
- Free admission, open daily through September 30, 2026
- Food carts and live music on weekends
- Fresh-cut dahlias and spring-delivery orders available for purchase
💡 Pro Tip from a Local
Since it runs all month, this is the easiest one to fit around a busier weekend, come for Labor Day itself or any weekend through the end of September.
Frequently Asked Questions
What local events are happening in Vancouver WA, Camas, and Portland this September (2026)?
September 2026 includes the Heritage Choir Fall Street Fair in Vancouver (Saturday, September 5), the Camas Farmers Market Harvest Festival and weekly bellydance classes at LiveWellCamas in Camas, and the Montavilla Jazz Festival (September 4–6) plus the Dahlia Festival at Swan Island Dahlias (open daily through September 30) in Portland.
Is the Heritage Choir Fall Street Fair free?
Yes, the Heritage Choir Fall Street Fair is free to attend. It's held Saturday, September 5, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Heritage High School, 7825 NE 130th Ave, Vancouver, WA, with 100% of proceeds supporting the Heritage Choir fundraiser.
When is the Camas Farmers Market Harvest Festival?
The Camas Farmers Market Harvest Festival is Wednesday, September 30, 2026, from 3 to 7 p.m. at 314 NE Birch St, Camas, WA. It marks the final market of the season's 19th year, with live music, food, knife sharpening, and free kids' activities.
Where can I take bellydance classes in Camas, WA?
LiveWellCamas studio in Camas, WA offers weekly Sunday bellydance classes taught by Emi Reem, covering Raqs Sharqi (classical Egyptian bellydance): foundations from 11 a.m. to noon, and choreography from noon to 1 p.m. The class has been running since July 2026; confirm current scheduling directly before attending.
Is the Dahlia Festival open all of September?
Yes. The Dahlia Festival at Swan Island Dahlias in Portland is open daily through September 30, 2026, including Labor Day (Monday, September 7). Admission is free.
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