Upcoming Performances


Oct
11
to Oct 12

Fall Concert – Saturday Evening, Oct 11th + Sunday Matinee, Oct 12th

Gaman is a Japanese word often translated as “inner strength.” Our forebears endured famine, the Great Depression, back-breaking labor, discrimination, and unjust incarceration in internment camps. They embraced the spirit of gaman—persevering with dignity and patience. With steadfast determination, they worked to build a better future.

We honor their legacy and aspire to carry that spirit forward. Join us for our fall concert, Gaman: Past and Present, at PSU’s College of the Arts, Lincoln Performance Hall.

Because last year’s fall concert sold out quicky, we have two shows this year:

  • Saturday, October 11th at 7:00 PM

  • Sunday, October 12th at 2:00 PM

Our special guest this year is the Minidoka Swing Band.

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Sep
6

Farm Festival

Save the date for Farm Festival, our annual outdoor concert. We’ll be back at Triskelee Farm on Saturday September 6th. Spend a relaxing afternoon enjoying good food, friendly farm animals and a full-length taiko concert.

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Aug
17

Nikkei Picnic

Every summer the Nikkei community comes together for an afternoon of food and fun. This year’s picnic is Sunday, August 17, 2025, Noon-5pm at Oaks Amusement Park (7805 SE Oaks Park Way, Area 11-13). The event is free, but there is a $5 fee for parking, payable on site 88.

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May
3

Oregon Rises Above Hate

Oregon Rises Above Hate is a collective of multiethnic and multiracial businesses, organizations and activists who are motivated to stop bigotry, racism and violence in our community. Every May (AANHPI Heritage Month), Oregon Rises Above Hate brings the community together to celebrate AANHPI joy, culture and resilience. 

Join Portland Taiko for Oregon Rises Above Hate’s annual block party on Saturday May 3rd. The event goes from 11 am – 4 pm. Portland Taiko will perform around 2:00 pm on Block 24 behind Lan Su Chinese Garden.

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Apr
12

Sherwood Center for the Arts

The Sherwood Center for the Arts (22689 SW Pine Street)  is hosting its 10th Annual Family Matinee Series and Portland Taiko is honored to have been invited. Tickets are only $7 each ($8.91 w/service fee). The performance begins at 3:00 pm on Saturday, April 12th (doors open at 2:30 pm). Learn more or purchase tickets.

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