What are side events?
Companies and individuals may organize side events around WordCamp US 2025. Side events listed here are neither endorsed nor organized by WordCamp US, nor do they conflict with the WordCamp US 2025 schedule. In addition, the organizer of an event is strongly encouraged to adopt and follow a code of conduct (the Contributor Covenant is a great starting point) and will be fully responsible for the side event.
Morning Running Group
| Hosted by | Jerad Hill |
| Location | Hyatt Regency Portland Lobby 375 NE Holladay St., Portland, OR 97232 |
| Cost | Free |
| Date & Time | Aug 28th & 29th 5:45am |
| Details | Meet 5:45 AM in the Hyatt lobby. Depart 6:00 AM sharp for a 3.5-ish mile run along the Willamette River. No registration required |
Digital Asset Happy Hour
| Hosted by | Webhosting.today, Blackwall, Porkbun, JetBackup |
| Location | TBA |
| Cost | Free |
| Date & Time | Aug 27th, 5pm – 6pm |
| Details | NAME IT, CREATE IT, AND PROTECT IT! Register here |
Hosted & Toasted by Liquid Web
| Hosted by | Liquid Web |
| Location | Spirit of 77 500 Northeast Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard Portland, OR 97232 |
| Cost | Free |
| Date & Time | Aug 28th, 5pm – 8pm |
| Details | This “don’t miss” event is back! Organized by the same team that brought you last year’s StellarWP Happy Hour, don’t miss custom cocktails & mocktails, great music, and a really good hang! No RSVP needed – just stop by! |
Pantheon Happy Hour at the Portland River Pig Saloon
| Hosted by | Pantheon |
| Location | River Pig Saloon 529 Northwest 13th Avenue Portland, OR 97209 |
| Cost | Free |
| Date & Time | Aug 28th, 6pm – 9pm |
| Details | Welcome to the River Pig Saloon event with Pantheon! Join us at an evening of filled with insights, networking, and fun. Pantheon experts will share tips and tricks to help you achieve success on the web in 2025. Whether you’re a seasoned pro or just starting out, this event is perfect for anyone looking to up their web game. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn, connect, and grow. See you there! Register here |
Woo Community Meetup @ WCUS 2025
| Hosted by | Woo |
| Location | Coopers Hall 404 SE 6th Ave Portland |
| Cost | Free |
| Date & Time | Aug 28th, 7pm – 10pm |
| Details | Let’s celebrate in Portland! Woo is excited to welcome you to our annual WCUS community gathering – right in the heart of Portland! Join us for an evening of connection, creativity, and celebration with the Woo ecosystem and friends. We’ll be taking over Coopers Hall on Thursday, August 28th, from 7–10pm, where food and drinks are on us. Our friends at Klaviyo and Square are helping make the night even more special. Get ready for a truly unique Portland experience — enjoy gourmet popcorn from Woo merchant Poplandia, have your fortune told by talented tarot readers, get a one-of-a-kind keepsake from our typewriter artist, or capture your best side with a portrait artist. Vegetarian and vegan food options will be available. Whether you’ve been part of the Woo community for years or this is your first time joining us, you’ll find a warm welcome and great company. Space is limited, so be sure to grab your spot early — this is an evening you won’t want to miss! We can’t wait to see you there! Please register on the event page – space is limited! Register here |
Elementor & Kinsta WCUS Rooftop Party
| Hosted by | Elementor and Kinsta |
| Location | The Penthouse Location TBA |
| Cost | Free |
| Date & Time | Aug 28th, 8pm – 11pm |
| Details | Join us at a stunning penthouse with breathtaking views of Portland, and enjoy an open bar, great music and even greater people. It’s the perfect way to unwind and mingle with fellow WordCamp US attendees. 🗓 When: August 28 from 8:00 pm to 11:30 pm 📌 Where: A stunning penthouse with a view. Guests will get the address once they have registered. 🎹 What: Open bar, finger food, DJ, good vibes…and karaoke Don’t miss this chance to soak up the vibrant atmosphere for a memorable evening with our amazing community! Register here |
Submit an Event
We’re excited to hear you’re hosting an event around WordCamp US! Please fill out the below form to share more information about your event so we we can review prior to including on the WCUS 2025 Side Events page. Please note, attendees take full responsibility when organizing or participating in Side Events. Also note that events that conflict with the WordCamp US schedule will not be listed (August 26-29 from 9 am-5:00 pm minus lunch; and August 29 from 7-10 pm).
If you would like to promote your products or services, please consider sponsoring WordCamp US instead.