Alberta Abbey

Amplifying underrepresented voices in the arts. The Abbey is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit event space. https://linktr.ee/AlbertaAbbey

The Alberta Abbey is a converted 100-year-old church that now serves the arts, music and creative needs of Portland. A large 400 seat auditorium, 300 person Ballroom and piano lounge all make great event spaces, and the hidden nooks and crannies of the building have been turned into artist studios, offices, and creative spaces.

05/29/2026

We're so excited to welcome , PBS resident librarian and current host of Reading Rainbow, to the Abbey next Thursday for "From Page to Possibility". This evening serves as a fundraiser for - an important nonprofit expanding educational frontiers in Portland.

05/27/2026

We're proud to be a partner of Pride in Numbers and help amplify their important work 🗣️

Too many decisions about our lives get made without us. Pride in Numbers is shifting power – story by story, voice by voice. Pride in Numbers invites Two-Spirit & LGBTQIA+ people anywhere in Oregon to complete the survey between now and May 31, 2026 at www.prideinnumbers.org.

The information and stories gathered will be given back to the community so our advocates, community organizations, and activists - each of us - can build the programs, services, mutual aid networks, and policies we deserve and dream of.

Participation in Pride in Numbers research activities is confidential and voluntary. For in-depth information, check out Pride in Numbers’ Data Protection Practices.

05/19/2026

Yesterday afternoon was an absolute joy! Thanks to all the humans (and puppets) that stomped, clapped, and sang along!

Thank you to Oregon Children's Theatre for bringing the incredible Red Yarn (and friends) to the Abbey stage for an afternoon of family fun.

We got to see an exclusive sneak peek of some songs from their upcoming musical "Saturday Night at the Briar Patch" and we're calling it early - it's a hit! Make sure to go follow both of them to stay in the loop about this fun-tastic collaboration.

05/17/2026

We love hosting nights like this!🕺 Son de Cuba is back in our ballroom TONIGHT and the free dance lesson before the show is always a highlight. Tony Gonzalez has a way of making everyone feel like they've been dancing their whole life, right here on our hardwood floor!

Doors at 5:30, free lesson at 6, show at 6:30. Link in bio for tickets or grab them at the door! 🎶

05/16/2026

Tonight at The Abbey we're honored to welcome an event that's very close to our hearts. Put on your most bodacious outfit and join us for Blonde Aid: Dance For Democracy. This is an all-out 80s benefit concert where every dollar from ticket sales supports the Portland Immigrant Rights Coalition 💜

PIRC is a grassroots Portland organization that keeps a 24/7 hotline active, provides legal support, and mobilizes volunteers to protect immigrant families throughout Oregon. These are our neighbors, the people whose presence, culture, and contributions make our city richer every single day.

Featured entertainment includes: Blonde Neon, The Wanna Be-52’s, DEVOtees, and DJ NoN (Decadent 80's). Tickets available online or at the door!

05/09/2026

We’re excited to announce an opening on our team for an Operations Manager at the Alberta Abbey Foundation!

We’re looking for someone organized, adaptable, and people-oriented to help oversee the day-to-day operations of our historic NE Portland arts and community space. This full-time role includes event logistics, advancing, staffing coordination, artist support, venue systems, and more.

This is a chance to bring your operational experience to work that directly supports artists, community programming, and opportunities for Black and underrepresented voices in the performing arts.

📍 Portland, OR
💰 $65,000–$70,000 DOE
🎟 Benefits included

For the full job listing, qualifications, and application instructions, please visit: www.albertaabbey.org/careers

05/08/2026

It's the first Thursday of the month which means it's time, once again, for our beloved Open Mic Night! Come on out to The Abbey to support some of the best local artists as they share their material on our main stage.

All ages and experience levels are welcome, all we ask is that you bring your creativity and support!

We also have an important update, for the next two months our open mic will be on the SECOND Thursday - then the original schedule will resume. Check our calendar at www.albertaabbey.org for any updates!

05/03/2026

Tonight is our second SOLD OUT show in a row with the incomparable Las Cafeteras! 🔥

If you missed them last night and you’re missing them again tonight… this is your warning that your third (and final) chance to see them here is tomorrow afternoon.

04/27/2026

In case you missed it (or just want to relive the magic), John Nilsen & SWIMFISH turned April 4th into one for the ages right here at The Abbey! It was the official release show for their beautiful new album The Future of the Past, and the band really brought their all to the celebration.

A huge thank-you to John and all of SWIMFISH for choosing The Abbey for such a milestone night and for sending over these incredible photos.

If you were there, leave your favorite moment in the comments. If you weren’t… well, now you know what you missed. Grab the new record and catch them next time!

04/26/2026

IT'S BUBBLE DAY! 🫧

Louis Pearl, aka the Amazing Bubble Man, is an Abbey family favorite and who always lives up to his name. He combines the magic and science of bubbles with just a dash of comedy for a show that delights kids and adults alike. Get ready for giant bubbles, fog bubbles, bubble volcanoes, people inside bubbles, and more. Louis has been thrilling audiences around the world for over 30 years and we never get tired of having him back.

Doors at 1pm, show at 2pm. Kids 2 and under get in free with a paid adult ticket.

Address

126 NE Alberta Street
Portland, OR
97211

Website

https://www.albertaabbey.org/

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