Downtown Alliance of Milwaukie

05/26/2026

There’s a proposal for a safe, designated swimming and river access ramp at Milwaukie Bay Park — a space designed for people, not boats. The idea is to make it easier and safer for families, swimmers, and paddlers to actually get into the Willamette and enjoy it.

For a city like Milwaukie, this is a big deal. It means more usable waterfront, more recreation, and a stronger connection to the river that runs through our community.

Right now, Metro’s Community Choice Grant voting is open through June 15. Anyone 11 and older can vote, and the projects that win are chosen by the community.

It only takes a couple minutes to support something that could shape Milwaukie’s riverfront for years.

Vote here: https://pbstanford.org/oregonmetro2025-finalvote

Share it, pass it along, and help spread the word in Milwaukie — this is one of those rare chances to directly influence what our public spaces look like.

What would you want to see along our riverfront?

05/21/2026

Holy moley! We’ve been nominated as one of the Portland area’s five best record stores AND one of the five best vintage stores! We’re in such amazing company in these categories and this is such an honor.

Now comes the time to narrow down the top five and we definitely need your vote! Head over to at bop.wweek.com (Goods & Services category) and make your vote heard.

You can also vote for our Milwaukie pals:

05/19/2026

Milwaukie has a real opportunity right now to improve access to our riverfront

There’s a proposal for a dedicated, safe swimming and river access ramp at Milwaukie Bay Park — designed for swimmers, paddlers, and families, and separated from boat traffic so people can safely enjoy the Willamette.

This kind of project would be a meaningful win for Milwaukie: more safe recreation space, better river access, and a stronger connection between our community and the waterfront.

Metro’s Community Choice Grant voting is open now through June 15, and anyone 11+ can vote.

It only takes a couple minutes, but it directly helps decide what gets funded across the region — including projects right here in Milwaukie.

Vote here: https://pbstanford.org/oregonmetro2025-finalvote

Share it with a neighbor, you don’t have to live right next to the park to benefit from a more accessible riverfront in Milwaukie.

What would better river access add to our community?

05/16/2026

The Milwaukie Farmers Market is back!
Join us every Sunday from 9:30 AM – 2 PM in the parking lot across from pFriem Family Brewers. The market brings Downtown Milwaukie alive with local vendors, fresh produce, handmade goods, and community connection.
While you’re downtown, be sure to take a stroll and check out some of the new businesses that have recently opened, including Sea Change Fibers and Kinder!

05/14/2026

Have you heard? 🐑 A new shepherd is in town!
Welcome Sea Change Fibers to Downtown Milwaukie!
Now open at 10607 SE Main St, Sea Change Fibers offers sustainably made, hand-dyed wool yarn for all your knitting, crochet, weaving, and fiber art needs.
Craft lovers, come check out the newest sheep in town and find your next cozy project!

05/12/2026

Join us in welcoming a new business to Downtown Milwaukie!
Kinder is hosting their ribbon cutting tomorrow, Wednesday, May 13th at 1 PM!

They offer a curated variety of everyday style, gifts, clothing, home goods, and more. Stop by, say hello, and help celebrate their opening in the heart of Downtown Milwaukie!
10955 SE Main Street | Ribbon Cutting at 1 PM

05/02/2026

Congratulations to Kinder for opening on Main Street in Milwaukie! Next to and ! We are so excited to have you in Downtown Milwaukie 🪷🌞🦢🤍

04/22/2026

DAM is proud to have played a role in revitalizing the historic Perry Rexall Building on Main Street through the Oregon Main Street Revitalization Grant. This building has been part of our community for generations, and it’s exciting to see it reimagined for a new era of local businesses.

This $400,000 investment helps bring new life, opportunity, and energy to downtown Milwaukie—supporting the small businesses that make our community thrive.

Check out Nick Hess's interview reguarding the building here: https://lostoregon.org/2026/04/10/oregon-makers-reviving-main-street-in-downtown-milwaukie-2/

04/22/2026

04/18/2026

Did you hear? 🎉 Milwaukie Dental Arts is celebrating ONE YEAR in Downtown Milwaukie!

We’re big fans of healthy smiles around here 😁🦷 Be sure to swing by their spot on Monroe and stay on top of those routine checkups! 🪥✨