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TBA Festival is a city-wide, multi-arts celebration in Portland, Oregon, founded in 2003 by Kristy Edmunds and presented by the Portland Institute for Contemporary Art (PICA). Known for blending performance, dance, theatre, music, visual art, talks, and more, TBA brings together venues across the city, including PICA, PNCA, Reed College, and other sites. The festival typically lights up September each year, drawing tens of thousands of attendees—26,000 in 2022, according to Travel Portland. The New York Times has called TBA "the best contemporary summer festival in the country." Here, you’ll find the latest information on the festival’s 2025 edition, along with performer bios, discography highlights, and upcoming tour notes. We’ve got you covered with easy, no-fuss access to tickets and essential event details.
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Quick Facts About TBA Festival
- Founded in 2003 by Kristy Edmunds and organized by the Portland Institute for Contemporary Art (PICA).
- An umbrella, city-wide festival combining performance, dance, theatre, music, visual art, talks, and more across venues like PICA, PNCA, Reed College, and other sites.
- Attendance figures have reached into the tens of thousands (approx. 26,000 in 2022 according to Travel Portland).
- Lauded by The New York Times as “the best contemporary summer festival in the country.”
- Social media presence includes official channels: X (Twitter) @P_I_C_A, Instagram @picapdx, and Facebook PICAPDX.
Follow TBA Festival on official channels for the latest updates and announcements. We’ve included direct links to the festival’s social media and official sites: X/Twitter: @P_I_C_A, Instagram: @picapdx, and Facebook: PICAPDX. When planning your visit, consider the city-wide nature of the festival, the variety of venues, and the chance to experience world-class contemporary performance in a single dynamic week in September. Secure your seats with us for a smooth, reliable ticket-buying experience that keeps you connected to the art you love.
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