Lloyd Live: At the Dock – Live Music Thursdays
Sunset sounds, riverside bites, and bike-in summer joy.
Overview
Lloyd Live: At the Dock is a free, weekly summer event series celebrating music, community, and Portland’s eastside riverfront. Every Thursday from July 3 to August 28, 2025, we invite neighbors, commuters, and sunset-lovers to enjoy a rotating lineup of live music, food, and riverside connection along the Eastbank Esplanade.
While the Kevin J. Duckworth Dock remains open to the public for sunset viewing, lounging, and swim-at-your-own-risk access, our official programming is land-based and takes place on the wings of the Esplanade just north of the dock.
Thursdays, July 3 – August 28, 5:30–8:30 PM
Next to the Kevin J. Duckworth Dock | Eastbank Esplanade
What You’ll Experience
Live music from a diverse lineup of Portland bands
Grilled hot dogs & brats from Shorty’s Hot Dogs
Sunset views, river breezes, and community joy
Family- and dog-friendly riverfront energy
Bike-in, car-free vibes
No lifeguards; dock access is public and unsupervised
2025 Thursday Lineup
7/3 – Two Accordions
7/10 – The Occidental Tourists
7/17 – Splinterhead
7/24 – OPLIAM
7/31 – JT Trawick Band
8/7 – The Eldest Young
8/14 – Bottleneck Blues
8/21 – Latin Rock Exchange
8/28 – Papi Fimbres & DRECKIG
Why It Matters
This series brings life to a beloved public space and uplifts community connection with:
Music in nature and public space activation
Car-free, climate-conscious events
Sunset placemaking for mental and physical well-being
Public visibility of the Eastbank Esplanade, Duckworth Dock, and Peace Memorial Park
Partnerships with local artists, vendors, and volunteers
How to Get There
Access via the Eastbank Esplanade, just a short walk or roll from Peace Memorial Park and the Oregon Convention Center.
No car access — this is a bike-in, walk-in event!
Bike racks and wayfinding signage provided