Portland Five Things To Do In and Around the City This Weekend

1. Not going to lie. It's not the cheapest thing you could do this weekend but where else are you going to see a circus of 50 horses putting on a show that promises to mix "equestrian arts, state arts, and high-tech theatrical effects at never before seen levels?" It's at Zidell Yards on Southwest Moody Avenue. Head to www.cavalia.net for tickets and more information.

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2. It's hard to beat the Oregon Country Fair for a real sense of the mythical Oregon where love is everything and there are more hippies than hipsters. Music, food, crafts... Head to www.oregoncountryfair.org for more information. You need to get tickets ahead of time.

3. Actually, if there is an event to challenge the Country Fair, it might be the Big Float on Sunday. The Willamette River will be filled with people on inner tubes as they head downtown to a beach party. Don't forget your life jacket - they are required. There is a $10 registration fee that goes to the Human Access Project, which helps conserve the river. Go to www.thebigfloat.com for more information.

4. Another event that shows Portland at is Portlandest is The Portland Zine Symposium, the annual event exploring all aspects of independent publishing. It's been held in the city every year since 2001. The event is Saturday and Sunday at the Ambridge Events Center on MLK. For more information, go to www.portlandzinesymposium.org.

5. If you feel the need for speed, head on over to Portland International Raceway for the Portland Vintage Racing Festival. Al Unser Sr and Al Under Jr serve as grand marshals and there will be 200 historic sports cars on hand. There are events all weekend. Check out www.portlandraceway.com for more information.