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Begun in 1907, to promote Portland after the Lewis and Clark Centennial Exposition, the Portland Rose Festival has evolved into an annual event that celebrates Portland's status as a major rose producer. Held early in the summer, to coincide with the city's rose harvest, the festival features more than 60 events, including fireworks, live music, ship tours, boat races, a golf tournament and one of the largest all-floral parades in the United States. Book your hotels near Portland Rose Festival now!