Come Join Us for an Evening of Carnival Magic and Giving Back!

Ladies and gentlemen, step right up! The Atkinson Elementary PTA invites you back to the Roaring Twenties for A Night at the Carnival, our annual auction gala. The historic Oaks Park Dance Pavilion will be transformed into a vintage midway straight out of 1920s carnival lore, complete with twinkling marquee lights, striped tents, sweet treats, and all the razzle-dazzle of a bygone era.

Try your hand at old-fashioned midway games, bid on dazzling treasures and experiences in our silent and live auctions, and raise your paddle for the kids who make Atkinson so special. Every dollar raised goes directly to our students, funding the Family Resiliency Fund, our Outdoor Learning Garden, multicultural celebrations, field trips, teacher support, and so much more.

Atkinson is a school rich in cultures, languages, and backgrounds, and this night is all about making sure every child has the chance to shine, whatever their family’s circumstances. Last year, our community brought the auction back after more than five years and raised over $71,000. This year, let’s make it the greatest show yet.

So dust off your boater hats, suspenders, pearls, and fringe, gather your friends, and join us for an evening of old-time fun with a heartfelt purpose. At Atkinson, every kid wins!

Event Details

When: Saturday, April 3, 2027 from 5:00 - 10:00PM

Where: Oaks Park Dance Pavilion

(7805 SE Oaks Park Way, Portland, OR 97202)

Attire: 1920s carnival attire encouraged (inspiration here)

• The Online Silent Auction will be available from Friday, March 26th until Sunday, April 11th at 7pm.  We’ll have tons of great auction items to bid on, including the oh-so-popular parties and activities hosted by Atkinson families.

Where is the auction?

The auction will be at Oaks Park Dance Pavilion, located at 7805 SE Oaks Park Way. Metered parking is available on site and it's the responsibility of the guest to pay for it. 

What should I wear?

Roaring ’20s glam meets vintage carnival! Think sharp suits, suspenders, and fedoras for men, and flapper fringe, sequins, and pearls for women. Add a bit of big-top flair and come ready for A Night at the Carnival. (See inspiration board here).

How will bidding work?

• The Online Auction will go live on Friday, March 26th and will stay open until 7pm on Sunday, April 11th.  Don’t worry, we will remind you!  You’ll have all week to place your bids on the silent auction items.

• Golden Raffle Tickets are $50! We will draw the lucky winner on Friday, April 2nd at 2:30PM, but you do not need to be present to win. Only 100 tickets will be sold! Win an amazing item for only $50!

• All Live Auction packages will be exclusively available at the live event on April 3.  Keep an eye out for some sneak peeks.

Are children invited?

The live auction is an adult-only event.  Thank you for understanding.

General comments or questions?  We are here to help! Contact the auction team at auction@atkinsonpta.org. You can also follow our facebook page for updates!