Wonderful experience. I am a devoted Portland thorns soccer fan. The games are at Providence Park…read more . Providence park respects the values of all the different communities in Portland and removes anyone who makes negative remarks against those communities.

Providence Park is one of those venues that justifies its reputation the moment you walk in. We've…read moresat all over the stadium over the years, and it's hard to beat the fieldside seats, although there are a few other options that will still get you solid sightlines. For the lower bowl, try sections 117-119 (midfield) or the first 15 rows of the upper East or West stands, to avoid the overhang affecting your view. The North End supporters sections (101-108, for both the Thorns and the Timbers) are an experience unto themselves if you want to be inside the atmosphere rather than watching it: just know it's standing-only and loud by design. Practical notes before you go: the venue is fully cashless, your match ticket doubles as TriMet fare for up to three hours before and after the game, and the bag policy is strict: clear bags can't be larger than 14"w x 14"h x 6"d, and non-clear bags are limited to 4.5" x 6.5". The easiest move is to skip the bag entirely if you can. Lockers are available outside Gates B, D, and F (via the Droplocker app) for $15 if you need them. The atmosphere alone is worth the trip at least once. It's the kind of venue that makes you a soccer fan even if you weren't one walking in.

It had been a long time, and after a lot of work, I was finally able to bring my son for a hockey…read moregame. It was a Sunday afternoon game after Christmas. The Trailblazers were playing Boston (and actually won) just before the puck drop, so the Max was pretty packed. Still better than driving by a long shot. The game was really fun...the first period had two fights...no I am serious, the refs actually let them fight. Usually they come in and break the kids up, but they let them fight. This made my son really happy...he was hoping for this. I gotta admit I was psyked too. I was yelling along with him. The game was really fun. Sadly, the Tri-Cities team tied the game 4-4 with 2.1 seconds left in the 3rd period. Then they pretended like they were playing soccer and rocked the 'Hawks to sleep before blowing by them and scoring the winning goal in Overtime. Oh well. Still super fun and worth the time with my son. #GoHawks

It's an old coliseum (to me it's just an "arena"), but a landmark for Portland. Prior to watching…read morea couple of Portland Winterhawks games, I looked up this venue and saw that it's also registered in the National Register of Historic Places, interesting. This arena opened up in 1960, and at the time was considered the largest civic and technological structure in the Pacific Northwest. Later was renamed Veterans Memorial Coliseum in 2011 as a tribute to the veterans of WWII and the Korean War. Fast-forward to today... ~ Parking ~ Parking within the Rose Quarter, shared with the Moda Center, is my recommendation as to 'where to park'. There are two main parking structures, and both require a pre-paid parking QR code upon entry. If you don't have a QR then good luck turning around. Some hotels nearby have designated parking spaces available as well. Which isn't be too bad of a walk, depending. Unfortunately, both the parking structures and hotels use the ParkWhiz app which can be kinda shady. But my recommendation is to still buy pre-paid parking at the Rose Quarter, even though it can cost between $30-$50. Yeah, ridiculous! And purchase asap as spaces run out fast. There's always street parking too, but that's at your own risk. ~ Venue ~ Yes it definitely seems "dated" here, but I expected it. Well maintained for the most part, I'd say. The outside grounds are still getting a facelift, but inside the place wasn't so bad. No issues getting through Security screening. They even have a 'Toyota priority line' if you own a Toyota. Just show them your keys. The concessions are expensive as usual, but again to me, it's just expected with practically every sporting venue everywhere. Along the windows, there were other food vendors like BBQ, popcorn/candy, and Dippin' Dots. I usually do the venue concessions as they serve local beers. ~ Seating / View ~ For the games, I purchased in Section 16 Row L (blue seats) and Section 61 Row B (red seats). The blue seats in the lower section felt newer and OK. Enough cushioning. The red seats were in the higher section, so I think they were a bit older and slightly more crammed then the blue seats. The ushers were helpful, and the rows had big lettering so you can't miss your row. And I feel the seats were angled nicely too. It's true as some yelpers stated, that 'there really isn't a bad seat in the house'. Except maybe the front row of the higher sections. ~ Restroom ~ Again, this place was built in the 60s, so yeah, it's old and crammed in there. The best time to do your thing is during the game unfortunately as there's less traffic. Always long lines between periods or intermission. Honestly, the place really earns between 3 and 4-stars, but there weren't enough annoying negatives for me. The venue is tolerable as I've been to worse. Prices have gone up big-time! So, I might come back only if I feel prices are fair for a particular event. But overall, it's an oldie but goodie! One last note: I'll upgrade this review to a fifth star, only it their website would highlight: The 1992 Tournament of the Americas was held here, it's the qualifying tournament for the Olympic basketball team which premiered the "Dream Team" playing in their first game together!

Best stadium in the city. THE PAVILLY…read more Right on the park blocks. Great parking all around. Located in the heart of Portland State. They just rebuilt this in 2017 and added 3000 seats and turned it into the Pavilion!! #GoViks

Not a bad seat in the place. Very comfortable stadium seats, each with a cup holder for your water,…read moresoda or beer. Yep, concessions sell draft beers and quality food like cheesesteak. Sweet VERY large video boards bookend the court and show replays and player stats. Get there early and walk to west side and tour the Vikings Hall of Fame with some cool interactive kiosks as well as old sports memorabilia and photos.

The rose quarter is the heart of Portland, they hold all the great shows and events. I've always…read morefelt safe and comfortable here with security. Easy to access with the freeways and max right off the road. Parking garages are pricey so I usually take trimet. Have fun and enjoy a show

Had many fond memories created at concerts at THE ROSE QUARTER aka " Memorial Coliseum " as I…read morerefer it as. My journey started in the early 80's to see in 1982 tour for a triple bill of heavy metal with GIRLSCHOOL , IRON MAIDEN & SCORPIONS ! I mean can you believe that lineup and only $10.... Of coarse I've ventured to the venue many times. It not really improved much throughout the years but always nostalgic when I do see a show... I'm glad they keep it open.

Wine and Seafood Festival was awesome! So many wonderful vendors. Not a lot of seafood vendors, to…read moreour disappointment. The food options were very good, but limited. We had to purchase admission tickets, plus a $15 parking fee...not happy about that. Overall it was a fun event.

Clean venue with easy parking that cost $13. I'm used to the gigantic exhibition halls like at…read moreMoscone Center in San Francisco where you're exhuasted going from building to building to get to your seminars, so this felt nice and intimate in comparison and there wasn't too much walking. Went to a food vendor convention and the amount of free samples was so much that after awhile we got burgered out. This was the perfect place for such an event. The only thing lacking were places to sit, like benches or chairs in the lobby or in the convention hall.

Hey Chile's center what a great idea to put every high school band that plays for their graduation…read moreceremony behind a bunch of pipe and drape, far off in the corner of your auditorium. Because it's not at all about student participation and the kids who are coming up from behind! Also making the schools pay 15k for a half day rental of your space?!? NICE!!! Wow you guys doing such a stellar job!!! Keep up the great of work!!!

Last night was my first time at the Chiles Center - I went with a group of friends for the Neil…read moreYoung concert. Prior to entering the venue, bags were checked. No problem. What was a problem is when I was told that I could not bring my cigarettes into the venue. I said I wouldn't be smoking them in the venue and I was told it did not matter, they do not allow cigarettes in the venue. Really? Then I was told I couldn't bring my water bottle into the venue. I said it was empty and shook it to prove as such. Didn't matter. No water bottles can be brought into the venue. That's bullshit. I've been to hundreds of shows and music festivals. One can always bring in an empty water bottle. I was not informed on how to get my water bottle back, so it is now lost forever :( When we entered we had a hard time trying to locate our "seats". There are no seats. Only bench seating. We tried asking a few people working the event staff, but no one was really helpful. Eventually we located the general region where we were supposed to sit, but any "seat" we purchased was already taken. Additionally, is was stiflingly hot inside. There were no fans, a/c, swamp coolers - nothing. The front doors were propped open, but that didn't really help inside the concert areas where the smell of sweat, body odor, and patchouli were rampant. Further, I am in a walking boot due to an ankle break a few weeks ago (which occurred way after I purchased my tickets to this event). I can walk, but use a cane, and I am slow. Our seats were in the upper level. Going up the stairs was a pain, going back downstairs to go to the bathroom was a pain, then going back upstairs again was an even bigger pain. Only at the end of the night, did a lovely woman, who didn't even work there, inform me there was an elevator. By that time the show was almost over and I didn't have the energy to look to see if she was correct. However, if there had been an elevator, it would have been nice if the event staff had pointed it out. It is pretty obvious that I am disabled at the moment. But, I can neither confirm nor deny if the elevator exists. Lastly, the sound was decent, but not great. I've heard a lot better and heard worse. I could see how this could be a good venue to see live music, but I think I will pass on any concerts here in the future. The Chiles Center also doesn't serve alcohol. I guess it makes sense when you consider that U of P is a private Christian college, but it's nice to have a beer when at a concert. There are better venues around town - better seating, better standing, better bathrooms, better sound, better airflow, and serve alcohol.

If you have a group or company, avoid the Timbers at all cost. My company planned a celebration…read moreevent at a Timbers game. First paid $7500 for 150 people. This was standing tickets only, no seats. Also no private area and there were tons of other people so very few people could actually see the field to watch the game. $50 to just get in to the park. Then let's talk about the catering, paid $11000, that's right $11k to run out of some cheap pulled pork and baked beans. Think $10 plate dinner, but paid almost $70 a person. Worst of all they ran out of food and drinks. Their way to make it up was a platter of $5 grocery store cookies. I've never been so frustrated and disappointed

I know the Portland Timbers best for their MLS Cup 2018 matchup against Atlanta United FC. It was…read moreonly our (Atlanta) second season in existence and we beat the Timbers, 2-0, in Atlanta. It was a big win for the city as an Atlanta pro sports team had not won a championship since the Atlanta Braves won the 1995 World Series. The Timbers played Atlanta United in Atlanta at Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The Timbers were the MLS Cup 2015 champions, beating Columbus Crew SC, 2-1, despite Portland playing a road game at MAPFRE Stadium in Ohio. The Timbers set an MLS Cup record in that match when Diego Valeri scored only 27 seconds into the game (fastest goal recorded in the championship match to date). Valeri went on to be named MLS Cup MVP. Also, similar to Atlanta above, it was a big win for the city of Portland as a Portland pro sports team had not won a championship since the Portland Trail Blazers won the 1977 NBA World Championship Series (now known as the NBA Finals). Caleb Porter coached the Timbers from 2013 to 2017 and, somewhat ironically, has been head coach of Columbus Crew SC since 2019. He was a great coach for Portland. The Timbers' first MLS season was in 2011. So far, the 2015 and 2018 MLS Cups have been the team's only appearances in MLS' championship match. In those seasons, the Timbers finished in fifth and third place, respectively, in the Western Conference. Both in 2013 and 2017, they finished in first, but were unable to make it past the Conference Finals in 2013 and Conference Semifinals in 2017. In 2013 and 2018, the team had impressive 15-game unbeaten streaks. Overall, all seasons combined, the Timbers have been a middle-of-the-pack MLS squad. Over the years, goalkeepers Donovan Ricketts and Adam Kwarasey tallied high numbers of shutouts. Some of their single-season shutout numbers approached league records. In 2013, Ricketts had 14 shutouts and in 2015, Kwarasey had 13. Incredible. Portland won the one-off MLS is Back Tournament in August 2020, earning a spot in the 2021 CONCACAF Champions League.

If you want excitement, world class soccer, and a fun time with family and friends got to a…read morePortland Thorns game at Providence Park! It is a brilliant way to spend time and the park offers a great selection of local favorites for food and beverages. The highlight is the team which hosts a depth of talent that is inspiring.

I hate to be a thorn in the side of those who don't like this team, but they're one of my faves…read more The Portland Thorns are an amazing women's team that are a credit to the region just like the Timbers are. They do a great job and add a lot to a region that is booming tremendously. The crowds here are excellent, compared to a lot of other teams in the NWSL league. They play at Providence Park. The Portland stadium (Providence Park) is an absolute credit to the region, and it's the oldest soccer stadium in the country, and houses both the Thorns and the legendary Timber. It's a region that doesn't have many real big name professional sports teams and the Timber are one of the pride and joys of Oregon. They are also former Champions and when they play in the stadium it's honestly very hard for anyone to beat them. It is close to downtown and utterly amazing.