Stay up to date with everything happening at Bridlemile. This calendar lists all upcoming school events and important dates so your family can plan ahead with ease.
May Events
May 4-8
Staff Appreciation Week (details here)
May 8
Freaky Friday (details here)May 14
Music Performance - Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd Grades (details here)
May 15
Bike Fest (details here)
May 19
PTA Board Meeting • 6:00–8:00 p.m. • Google Meet
May 17
Southwest Portland Sunday Parkways (details here)
May 21
Music Performance - 3rd, 4th, & 5th Grades (details here)
May 22
Bike Donation Program (details here)
May 25
Memorial Day - No School
May 27
Fun Run (details here)
May 28
Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast
Music Performance
All are invited to a Music Performance for our Beagles! To accomodate all the talented students in Bridlemile there are two dates for the grade levels.
When:
Thursday, May 14th
Kindergarten, 1st & 2nd Grades
Performance order:
- Kinders 6:00-6:25p
- 1st & 2nd 6:45p-7:15p
Thursday, May 21st
3rd, 4th & 5th Grades
Performance order:
- 3rd 6:00-6:25p
- 4th & 5th + Band 6:45p-7:15p
Time: 6:00p-7:30p
Where: Bridlemile Cafeteria
Bike Bus Launch
The Bridlemile Bike Bus is rolling again this spring! Students ride to school together in a supervised group ride led by parent volunteers — like a bus on bikes.
Official launch ride: Wednesday, April 22, 2026 (Earth Day)
Current route stops
7:15 AM – Tursi Soccer Field
7:40 AM – SW 54th Ave & SW Hamilton St
7:45 AM – Arrival at Bridlemile Elementary
Riders should bring a helmet, working bike, and weather-appropriate gear.
Families can join the Bike Bus text list for ride updates and weather notifications by texting 503-536-5471.
Bike Fest
When: Friday, May 15th
Time: The event kicks off right after school at 3:00 PM.
Where: Bridlemile
What: Started in 2012, Bike Fest is a favorite Bridlemile tradition that brings our community together to celebrate bikes, kids, and National Bike Month.
Activities include:
- Two riding courses around the school
- An advanced course through Hamilton Park
- The slow race (main event)
- Raffle prizes and giveaways
- Snacks and treats
- Bike tune-ups and safety checks
Pre-registration will be used for races and courses to help keep things running smoothly.
We need volunteers for setup, safety support, check-in, snacks, prizes, and cleanup.
»» Volunteer Sign Up
Take the afternoon off, grab a cowbell, and be part of the fun.
Thank you for helping make Bike Fest awesome for all our Bridlemile Beagles!
Bike Donation Program
Details to come.
When: Friday, May 22nd
Time: TBD
Where: Bridlemile
Earth Day Celebration & Book Swap
When: Wednesday, April 22nd
Time: 2:30p-4:30p
Where: Bridlemile Garden
What: A great chance to spend time outdoors, connect with other families, and lend a hand as we refresh and prep the garden for the season ahead.
Drop in anytime during the event — bring a book or a few to swap/donate and grab some “new” to you to take and read.
Snacks and drinks will be provided. All ages are welcome, and no gardening experience is needed.
Come dig in and help our garden and your reading skills grow!
Freaky Friday
Freaky Friday is Bridlemile’s annual school carnival. It is a beloved community event filled with bouncy houses, carnival games, sweet treats, food for purchase, and plenty of prizes!
When: Tuesday, May 8th
Time: 5:00p-8:00p
Where: Bridlemile
What: Freaky Friday t-shirts, tickets, and wristbands are now available! Pre-order now to skip the line!
Pre-orders will be delivered April 24 via student backpacks.
Both wristbands and tickets will also be available for purchase at the event. Apparel quantities will be limited, so pre-order if you’d like a shirt!
Southwest Portland Sunday Parkways
When: Saturday, May 17th
Time: 11:00am–4:00pm
Route: A 2-mile multi-modal loop plus a separate 2.6-mile walking route
What: Streets are closed to cars and opened for people to walk, bike, roll, shop, and connect. This free, family-friendly community event features live entertainment, activities for all ages, local vendors, and community organizations like yours.
Traveling to and around Sunday Parkways
Streets along the route in Southwest Portland will be closed to vehicular traffic starting at 9 a.m. and continuing through 5 p.m. on May 17. Volunteers will be at intersections to help people navigate. View the full route and travel details at www.portland.gov/sunday-parkways/southwest-event-2026.
If you'd like to learn more or get promotional materials:
Email or phone:
PortlandSundayParkways@portlandoregon.gov or call 311 (503-823-4000)
Day-of-event updates: Text "SOUTHWEST" to 888-520-0526
We hope to see you on the open streets!
Fun Run
We’re thrilled for Bridlemile's annual Fun Run! Our goal is to raise $20,000 for Artists in Residence, Art Specialists, PE, Music, and Arts Assemblies to benefit our students at Bridlemile Elementary.
Families will gather donations through MyBooster.com by sharing your student’s page with friends and family. Every share makes a difference!
When: Tuesday, May 27th
Volunteer: Sign Up Here
Where: Bridlemile
What: Sign up opens at MyBooster.com – 04/29/2026
PTA General Meeting
Tuesday, April 21 | 6:00–8:00 PM
Come learn about what we have planned for the 2026-2027 PTA budget and share any ideas you might have! Dinner & Childcare provided. Childcare will be provided by Champions. The meeting will start with dinner from 6-6:30 pm and Childcare will start at 6:30 pm.
Movie Night at Bridlemile
When: TBD
Time: Doors open at 6:15pm
Where: Bridlemile Cafeteria
What: Bring your family, a blanket or chair, and your favorite popcorn bowl. The PTA will be providing pizza, popcorn, & lemonade!
Movies:
6:30 pm – TBD
G, 2025, 10m
Movie description
6:45 pm – TBD
PG, 2025, 1h 39m
Movie description
