Portland's premier footwear festival, connecting global sneaker culture with the city's thriving industry since 2017.
Sneaker Week PDX was born from a vision shared by Herbert Beauclere and Megan Davis, two experienced brand managers with industry-leading resumes. What began as a passion project has evolved into Portland's premier footwear festival, connecting global sneaker culture with the city's thriving industry.
Founded in 2017, Sneaker Week PDX emerged from a simple but powerful insight: the solutions to many of the industry's challenges around culture, diversity, and talent were already present in Portland's vibrant creative community. By building bridges between enthusiasts, aspiring professionals, and established industry leaders, Sneaker Week has become a catalyst for positive change in the footwear world.
Since our inception, we've programmed over 150 events in collaboration with community partners, corporate brands, and small businesses. Each experience is carefully crafted to highlight the diverse perspectives that make up global sneaker culture while showcasing Portland's unique footwear ecosystem.
We're building a connected system between public and private institutions that fosters an economically sustainable pipeline for the next generation of footwear professionals and businesses. Through strategic partnerships with leaders across industries — from education to government, corporate to boutique — we're creating innovative solutions that deliver impactful experiences while opening doors for diverse talent.
As we look ahead, Sneaker Week PDX remains committed to our founding principles: building community amongst creatives and providing aspiring professionals access to Portland's thriving footwear industry. We invite you to join us in shaping the future of sneaker culture and the industry that surrounds it.
In a world where access and opportunity have traditionally been limited, Sneaker Week PDX stands as a platform for inclusion. We believe the future of footwear will be shaped by diverse voices, perspectives, and talents — and we're committed to making that future a reality.
We create opportunities for the diverse cultures, identities, and interests of the global sneaker community to connect meaningfully with Portland's footwear ecosystem. By fostering these relationships, we enrich both the community and the industry.
The most innovative solutions emerge when passionate enthusiasts and forward-thinking brands collaborate as equals. Sneaker Week PDX nurtures these connections, creating spaces where authentic conversation and co-creation can thrive.
From passionate athletes to dedicated collectors, each year we host over 10,000 community members across an average of 30 unique event collaborations.
Athletes and collectors who appreciate the artistry, history, and cultural significance of sneakers.
Students and influencers building careers in the footwear industry — seeking connections, education, and inspiration.
Employees and directors from established footwear brands who bring expertise while discovering fresh perspectives and emerging talent.
Come learn, connect, create, and move with the people shaping the next era of sneaker culture at K.I.C-OFF 2026.
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