Portland’s Moda Center Is Having a Moment in 2026: The Shows You Can’t Miss

Seattle's concert venues have their own gravitational pull for Washington residents. A sprawling city with deep musical roots, Seattle's allure for music lovers is authentic. It's also expensive and stressful if you don't live in the city - from ticket prices and parking, to ride-shares and (for the truly brave) lodging. I've known a number of Eastern Washington residents to cancel on their Seattle concert plans just because they lacked the energy, or budget, to go through with them.

At nearly the same distance is Portland, Oregon, a city that takes pride in being eccentric and indie in its culture and music scene. Portland, however, often gets the same major concert tours that Seattle does at the fraction of the price and hassle. So I'm challenging you to give Portland concerts a try this year, starting with one of its most well known venues.

👇Keep reading to see what shows you should check out in Portland this summer!

Moda Center's 2026 Summer Line-up

The Moda Center (once known as the Rose Garden) is one of three venues at the historic Rose Quarter in Portland, Oregon, and one of the most well known hosts to big name concerts in the city. With its debut concert featuring David Bowie and Nine Inch Nails, it's no wonder why this arena has staying power.

This year's concert series features a wide range of music, including art rock, Christian pop, country, popera, Mexican regional, and hip-hop. If you're planning your summer concert trips, Moda is a great place to start! Check out this year's series below, and remember to check the venue guide before you go.