Willamette Light Brigade | Light The Bridges of Portland : Willamette Light Brigade

WHY LIGHT PORTLAND’S BRIDGES?

To make the Willamette River and its bridges the visual focus of our city by night as well as by day.
To visually enhance the historic and remarkable features of the bridges.
To highlight and honor these structures which connect the mutually-dependent east
and west neighborhoods of Portland.
To show in a bright and cheerful manner the civic pride felt by those who live and work here.
To strengthen positive impressions of our city gained by visitors, business and tourist alike.
To add a dimension of delight to river crossings.

Upcoming Bridge Lighting Events

TP Forever

May 21

TP Forever (TPF) is a non-profit organization that was established to prolong the memory and spirit of Tony Platt (TP), who passed away suddenly in May of 2012 at just 28 years old. In order to continue Tony’s legacy of

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National Gun Violence Awareness Day

June 7

National Gun Violence Awareness Day asks everyone who believes we can do more to save American lives from gun violence to do one simple thing: Wear Orange. Originating in hunting culture, Wear Orange acknowledges that America has a proud heritage

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Portland Pride Festival Week

June 10

The spectrum of the rainbow represents the diversity that makes up the LGBTQ+ community. Technically, Portland Pride runs Sunday thru Sunday, with both official and unofficial events schedule on each of the nights. While you don’t have an 8-day rate,

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WHY LIGHT PORTLAND’S BRIDGES?

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Upcoming Bridge Lighting Events

TP Forever

National Gun Violence Awareness Day

Portland Pride Festival Week