Have you spotted them yet? Our new Central Eastside PDX pole banners are popping up all over the district, and we couldn’t be more excited!

The Merchants & Makers Committee has long served as a cornerstone of our district’s vibrant and diverse community, supporting the needs of front-facing businesses, restaurants, retailers, artists, makers, and markets in the Central Eastside.

The Portland Winter Light Festival is back, bringing the city to life with glowing art, interactive installations, and electrifying performances from February 7-15, 2025!

The Central Eastside Industrial Council (CEIC) is proud to introduce its newly elected board officers, who will lead the organization in promoting the vitality and sustainability of Portland’s Central Eastside Industrial District.

In the tapestry of Portland's Central Eastside neighborhood is the unfolding of an industrial utopia, a whimsical escape that piques the senses and stirs the energy of community.

Central Eastside Industrial Council (CEIC) is pleased to announce the recipient of its second-annual Community Catalyst Award, a recognition that honors those who embody the resilience and forward-thinking spirit of the Central Eastside, fostering a deep sense of belonging and unity throughout the District.

The CEIC and CET have been working closely with the City of Portland and local officials to stay informed about preparations for the upcoming election period.

Central Eastside Together (CET) is thrilled to announce the recipients of the 2024 Better Together Grant. This initiative is designed to enhance community by catalyzing events and projects that activate public space, increase foot traffic, and promote our unique district identity.

In a notable development for the Central Eastside community, Multnomah County has announced a pause in the opening of the proposed Deflection and Treatment Readiness Center until mid-to-late October.

This collaborative by Central Eastside Industrial Council (CEIC) and Central Eastside Together (CET) and Portland Street Art Alliance (PSAA) effort marks CET's first mural commissions, adding ten new murals to the ambitious and aptly named "Avenue of Murals," stretching from the Eastbank Esplanade to 2nd Ave on Madison Ave.

The Central Eastside Industrial Council (CEIC) launches its ”Coffee Break Series" on Thursday, May 30th, an engaging event series offering guests the opportunity to meet and converse with each of Portland’s mayoral candidates in an informal and relaxed setting.

Get ready to explore the vibrant energy of the Central Eastside as we join the Bloom Tour, adding a fresh dimension to Portland's iconic Rose Festival from Saturday, May 11th to Tuesday, June 11th, 2024.

Central Eastside Industrial Council and Central Eastside Together host behind-the-scene tours with Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici

CEIC Appoints Nine Members to its Board of Directors