Get ready to celebrate the heart and hustle of the Central Eastside at our Annual Member Celebration! Join us for an exciting evening filled with inspiring guest speakers, a sneak peek into upcoming projects shaping our district, and the big reveal of this year’s Community Catalyst Award winner! Network, mingle, and raise a glass with fellow business leaders and local elected officials. You don't want to miss our signature event – see you there! 

Tickets and Sponsorships

Nominate a Leader for the Community Catalyst Award

The CEIC Community Catalyst Award celebrates leaders who ignite positive change and strengthen the fabric of our community. This award recognizes those who embody the resilience and forward-thinking spirit of the Central Eastside, fostering a deep sense of belonging and unity throughout the District

Learn more and submit your nomination by November 1st. The winner of the award will be honored at the Annual Member Celebration on December 3rd.

Learn more at the main event page.

Join Milagro, a Better Together Grant recipient, as part of their 29th Día de Muertos' Observance for a guided bike tour of altars displayed at local businesses in the Central Eastside. This fun, community-focused ride will take you through beautiful altar displays, rain or shine, with a shorter route available if the weather doesn't cooperate. The event is free, but don’t forget to RSVP!

Event Details:

Meet at Milagro's Zócalo (537 SE Stark St.) between 12 - 1 pm to decorate your bike. The guided ride will begin at 1 pm and cover a three-mile route, with altars at the following locations. Take in the beautiful displays and while you're there, explore the local shops—grab a coffee, check out bike gear, or find something new along the way!

1. Milagro

2. Bar Botellón

3. Columbia Credit Union

4. River City Bicycles

5. Urbanite

6. Guardian Games

7. Nossa Familia Coffee

8. Cargo

*The Better Together Grant supports the community by catalyzing events and projects that activate public spaces, increase foot traffic, and highlight the district's unique identity. It fosters an engaging environment by supporting arts and cultural events, public installations, and projects that drive co-creation, economic growth, and a sense of place.

Stay tuned for updates on the next grant cycle launching in January 2025.

Calling all volunteers! We're gathering to clean up our district in preparation for the annual Día de los Muertos Altar Tour hosted by Milagro Theater. Embrace the Halloween spirit while making a positive impact in your community! This family-friendly event is a great way to connect, share responsibility, and support environmental awareness. Let's come together and keep our neighborhood looking its best!

Sponsored by The Subaru of Portland.

This is an initial meeting hosted by Multnomah County, convening the Good Neighbor Advisory Committee.

The meeting is open to the public and can be attended in person or via Google Meet.

In-person
501 SE Hawthorne Blvd, Portland, OR 97214, USA, Suite 126

Google Meet
meet.google.com/shv-uodw-ryu

Join by phone

(US) +1 281-810-9800
PIN: 689352658

Celebrate community-driven multimedia art, music, food, local crafts, skating, and more at the Big Break Block Party, proudly sponsored by CEIC alongside other partners.

This event activates the streets and demonstrates the future commons space envisioned at SE 7th and SE Sandy. Enjoy the festivities while supporting non-motorized transportation, depaving, and regreening the city to increase access to greenspaces, manage stormwater, and reduce urban heat.