Downtown Businesses Unite for the Daily Essentials Challenge Support Local Youth.
We’re proud to launch the Daily Essentials Challenge a community-wide effort to collect urgently needed items for HomePlate Youth Services, supporting youth experiencing housing instability right here in our community. From May 18 – May 31, downtown businesses are coming together- and competing to see who can collect the most essential items for…
Beaverton Downtown Association Celebrates Completion of Community Pollinator Pathway
The Beaverton Downtown Association (BDA) is proud to announce the completion of its Pollinator Pathway, a community-led environmental initiative connecting native plant installations across downtown Beaverton. The project supports pollinators such as bees, butterflies, and other beneficial insects while strengthening partnerships between local businesses, volunteers, and civic institutions. The completed…
Oregon Main Street Announces Business of the Year,Among Other Recipients of the Prestigious Excellence on Main Awards
SALEM, Oregon – Oregon Main Street, which is part of Oregon Heritage, Oregon Parks and Recreation Department, announced its 2025 “Excellence on Main” award winners during the annual Main Street conference on October 8th in Albany. Created in 2010, the annual Excellence on Main awards honor outstanding accomplishments, activities, and…
Beaverton Among Recipients of “Excellence on Main” Awards
SALEM, Oregon – Oregon Main Street announced its 2025 “Excellence on Main” award winners on October 8 during the Opening Session of the Main Street conference in Albany. Created in 2010, the annual Excellence on Main awards honor outstanding efforts to sustain and enhance historic downtowns across the state. A…
Lighting the Way: New Streetlights Installed on Washington for Pedestrian Safety
Thanks to ongoing advocacy from the Beaverton Downtown Association (BDA) and dedicated collaboration with City of Beaverton staff, downtown just got a little brighter—and a lot safer. Two new streetlights have been installed on Washington between 3rd and 4th Street and another existing light was upgraded on the same side…
BEAVERTON DOWNTOWN ASSOCIATION
Beaverton, OR (5/19/25)] – Beaverton Downtown Organization has been designated as an Accredited Main Street America program for meeting rigorous performance standards. Each year, Main Street America and its partners announce the list of designated programs to recognize their exceptional commitment to preservation-based economic development and community revitalization through the Main…
Looking for: Treasurer
The Beaverton Downtown Association is looking for a reliable and organized Treasurer to help manage our group’s finances. This role includes tracking income and expenses, creating simple financial reports, keeping accurate records, and working with the team to build and stick to a budget. No CPA required-just someone who’s good…
Just a Dash: Where Flavor Meets Community in Beaverton
If you’re looking for more than just good food, check out Just a Dash, a small but mighty restaurant tucked away on SW First Street. It’s quickly becoming one of Beaverton’s best-kept secrets, offering delicious, locally inspired meals in a warm and welcoming space. Whether you’re grabbing a quick lunch…
A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Incredible Sponsors and Supporters!
Hello Beaverton Community, On behalf of the Beaverton Downtown Association (BDA), I am thrilled to extend our deepest gratitude to the incredible sponsors and supporters who have made our recent events a resounding success. First and foremost, a huge thank you to Umpqua Bank and Ziply Internet. Your generous sponsorships were pivotal in…
Upcoming Events
Downtown Sounds Featuring Dumpster Joe | Live Music in Downtown Beaverton
Join the Beaverton Downtown Association for Downtown Sounds, a brand-new summer music series bringing live music, community, and great local flavor to the heart of downtown Beaverton! On Thursday, September 10th, enjoy an evening of live performances from the energetic and entertaining Dumpster Joe at the 1st Street Dining
Beaverton Board Game Flea Market
This is the second year of a local-started used board game flea market! The greater Portland area is a haven for board games and other tabletop gamers, and folk in our area are spoiled with choices for lovely local game stores to visit. Board games are so popular here
THINK DIFFERENT • LIVE DIFFERENT – A Discussion Group for Women
THINK DIFFERENT • LIVE DIFFERENT A Discussion Group for Women What if life doesn’t have to be navigated the way we’ve always been told? Join us for a free, inspiring and sometimes humorous conversation for women of all ages—a place to think differently, see life from new perspectives, and
Intimate Garden Harp Kirtan and Meditation
A sweet intimate kirtan and meditation in Shanti Garden. Mic will play guitar and Janice will lead us to inner peace with her harp. Two sets of music with a meditation break between will be a beautiful sharing of devotion and stillness.
Fiesta on First Street | Monthly Latino Market & Community Event in Downtown Beaverton
Experience Fiesta on First Street, Downtown Beaverton’s monthly Latino cultural celebration featuring live music, artisan vendors, handcrafted foods, local artists, and family-friendly fun at the First Street Dining Commons.
FARMER AND THE BEAST
By Merlin Douglass Beaverton is set to welcome yet another hugely popular food cart at the new Breakside Brewery beer garden and cart pod at 1st and Angel, proving once again how flexibility and the willingness to go all in on a dream can produce amazing results. When...
LITTLE LITTLE BRINGS A LOT TO THE HOLIDAYS
By Merlin Douglass This is the year of pop up markets, seemingly spontaneous, short term events featuring local artists and makers whose work is hard to find under normal circumstances. With major disruptions in the world of goods distribution, this holiday season may...
FAITH CAFE- THE HEART OF DOWNTOWN BEAVERTON
There’s a big announcement coming at the Faith Cafe. Barb Upson, financial secretary and co-founder of the non-profit that weekly feeds Beaverton’s most vulnerable, says the cafe will be returning to in-person dining soon but she can’t say when. Yet. The Faith...
HAPPY DIWALI! KALVIN MYINT FROM TOP BURMESE SHARES HIS TRADITIONS
By Merlin Douglass Thought to be the fusion of many local harvest festivals, Diwali, the Hindu festival of lights is celebrated each Autumn. The exact date of the holiday changes each year and is based on the Indian lunar calendar. It is celebrated all over southeast...
OREGON MAIN STREET AWARDS IN BEAVERTON – REWARDING COMMUNITY
Beaverton wins two statewide awards! By Merlin Douglass It could have been so much worse. And it would have been - if it hadn’t been for the collaborative efforts of the people who live and work and govern in our community. The Beaverton Downtown...
BDA AND THE CITY WIN THE 2021 OREGON BEST CIVIC PARTNERSHIP AWARD
What it looks like to deeply collaborate between public and private organizations tosupport the community By Kevin Teater The BDA and the City of Beaverton won the 2021 Oregon Best Civic Partnership Award! Our organizations have been such incredible partners together...
LIONHEART WINS AWARD FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE DURING THE PANDEMIC
What it’s like transforming a business and a community in the middle of a pandemic By Kevin Teater Lionheart Coffee Company won the 2021 Oregon Business Hero award! This is one of the most exciting pieces of news to come out of downtown throughout the...
ASH DEMELLO, BEAVERTON PATCH CURATOR
By Merlin Douglass Ash DeMello collects information for a living. DeMello has been the local Beaverton Patch curator for Beaverton since April 2021 when the electronic news publication launched locally. The busy mother of three says the national patch...
SPIRITED EVENING ANTICIPATED AT BROADWAY SALOON
There’s nothing Carla McQuade likes better than a good ghost story. Just as well because as the owner the Broadway Saloon for 13 years and she says she knows a thing or two about the ghosts who inhabit, or inhaunt, its premises. It’s not uncommon to hear...