How much does a performance space cost to rent in Portland?
Performance spaces in Portland average $101 per hour to rent, but it’s easy to spend less or more depending on what you’re looking for.
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Popular performance spaces
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from$100/hr
Professional Creative Studio W/ Skylights & Huge CYC Wall
Southeast Portland, OR
5.0(18)
30Media Studio
...multimedia space that provides resources for independent creators, performers, brands, and communities to execute their visions and initiatives through digital & physical mediums. •2552 sqft •Cyclorama Wall 22’ x 22’ •Multi-Color Paper backdrops •Lighting Kits •C Stands •RGB Tube Lights •2 skylights •Wind Machine •Business...
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from$50/hr
Modern Podcast & Recording Studio in PTL
Southeast Portland, OR
5.0(14)
5Studio
...multimedia space that provides resources for independent creators, performers, brands, and communities to execute their visions and initiatives through digital & physical mediums. • 228 SQFT • Fully Furnished W/ 48 inch smart TV • Sound Proof Panels • RODECaster Pro Integrated Podcast Production Console ACC Kit • Carpeted Floor • LED...
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from$125/hr
Inner Southeast Studio/Co-working/Event/Classes Space
Southeast Portland, OR
4.8(5)
40Flex Space
...sf available evenings; events must end by 10 pm due to neighborhood noise ordinances. Works well for meetings, workshops, parties, and performances. Historic building completely renovated, wood floors, white walls, tall ceilings, skylight, courtyard. ADA accessible. This is a hands-on museum by day, so...
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from$150/hr
Blank Canvas Warehouse for Film/Photo Production | Suite 200
Southeast Portland, OR
5.0(9)
500Warehouse
Blank canvas warehouse space available for your next film/photo production. Our newly renovated building has a historic charm and boasts a 10,000 square foot flexible space that can be utilized for all sorts of needs. Please adhere to social distancing (6 feet apart) guidelines. The...
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from$75/hr
The Tabletop Studio - Photo Studio w/ Full Kitchen + Props
Downtown Portland, OR
4.9(249)
25Studio
The Tabletop Studio is an 800 sq ft photography studio designed for food, beverage, product and lifestyle brands and creatives. The studio is stocked with a wide array of modern tabletop props and surfaces. It’s equipped with a full kitchen including a stove, fridge and...
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from$80/hr
Spacious Downtown Event Venue (w/ video tour)
Downtown Portland, OR
4.9(238)
120Event Space
~ hourly rates at bottom of description ~ Beautiful, bright event space just minutes from downtown. Our 100+ year old building boasts beautiful natural wood accents is and fully equipped with tables, chairs, sound-system and more. Our flexible space works brilliantly for parties, meetings, workshops...
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from$125/hr
Corner Cyc Wall Studio in Close-In SE Portland | FRAMEWORK
Hosford-Abernethy, Portland, OR
5.0(7)
20Studio
2000 sq ft studio space with 16 ft high ceilings, a 28 ft x 24 ft corner cyc wall, client lounge area, 2 hair and makeup stations, a green room with a garment steamer, kitchenette, bathroom, gigabit WiFi & Sonos sound system, house grip package...
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from$45/hr
Gorgeous Natural Light Studio with Camera & Lighting Included
Southwest Portland, OR
5.0(117)
8Studio
** WE ARE OPEN ** - only 8 max guests are allowed in the studio at this time. **UPDATED COVID-19 RULES, PLEASE READ!!** BY RENTING SPACE YOU AGREE TO THE FOLLOWING: No more than 8 people allowed in space (exceptions for immediate family) Any guest...
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from$55/hr
"THE 2509"
Northeast Portland, OR
4.9(15)
25Flex Space
A centrally located 750 Sq. foot flexible basement space. Many options to set up for group working, offsite or panel discussion. With 9 foot ceilings, this space is bright and spacious. It features a full bathroom, a wet bar with mini fridge, coffee maker, hot...
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Frequently Asked Questions
How popular are performance spaces in Portland?
Our local hosts have welcomed 164955+ people into their performance spaces with reviews averaging 4.97 stars. Most even said they would book again -- about 99%.
How long do people rent performance spaces in Portland?
Most performance spaces are scheduled for 4 hours, with 18 people in attendance. You’ll find the most Performances starting between 2:00 PM and 3:00 PM.
Pricing and popularity information in this section is based on proprietary data from bookings made on Peerspace from 2016-2024.
Reviews for performance spaces
Candy S.
SODO District Studio and Event Space with Cyclorama Wall
like to say that this is a perfect event space for absolutely anything, either an intimate music performance, a party, or any entertainment/creative showcase anybody wants to do this is the spot for it. Ronee was on top of everything and she's very responsive with all your needs and...
Jackson S.
A Unique Quirky Private Event Room in Cafe
first floor as well, to accommodate an unexpectedly high number of RSVPs. They played music for us during our three-hour event, until a performance by DJ Exesive began, which the guests who stayed enjoyed immensely. Fantastic space, fantastic staff...
Andrew H.
Capitol Hill Artist Warehouse w/ Great Natural Light
bit rough, but it's an old building.
Laura was accomidating and even got our Director and DP in ahead of time to perform some initial light mapping. Very helpful!
Would certainly recommend to others...
Seema S.
Event Space Inside the Public Market | Alley MIC
Frank’s space is amazing! We are a group of artists that were looking to celebrate the closing night of a month-long performance and it was everything we wanted! The rooms are well designed, there is plenty of seating, the dance floor is spacious and lighting can be adjusted...
Kat P.
Large (1,100 Sq. Ft.) Fully Equipped Daylight Studio in PSQ
This space was awesome for an intimate performance, just gave an awesome vibe! Danny was incredibly responsive to my questions and in general super easy to work with...
Kat P.
Event/Gallery space in the heart of Magnolia Village just minutes from downtown Seattle. Great natural lighting and plenty of street parking.
Super cool space for an intimate performance! Beth was super informative, quick to respond and easy to work with! Love exploring new areas of Seattle and this studio was great for our show...
Veronica P.
Old Town Industrial Venue
recovery birthday party celebrating 15 and the space was spacious enough to host what I wanted, a live band and an a live acting performance. The space accommodated the bands sound as the brought their own sound equipment. And I liked how the space had an iPad already installed on...
Aaron R.
Meeting Space in Speakeasy Cabaret with Full Stage and Lounge
What a kickass space! A hidden gem of a location. A flexible working space for auditions, photoshoots, performances, meetups and more! Tony the house manager for the day and Sally, the primary/initial contact, were great to work with and very accommodating. The locations is right in the heart of Ballard...