Fifth & Elm is the spark to a growing Portland, Texas. Nearly a decade ago, the City of Portland looked at Old Town, a historic and charming, but underused portion of town, and imagined a future for the area. The vision was to transform this part of town into the Leisure and Entertainment District, and the city committed to creating a walkable destination where families, locals and visitors could gather.
At 175,000 square feet, the complex is precisely that. The outdoor lawn and amphitheater stage anchor the block, built for concerts, watch parties, events and whatever Portland can dream up.
“The city wanted a catalyst,” said Mark Schaberg, the operating partner from CC Turnkey Events, who is managing Fifth & Elm. “[We wanted to] make this place as flexible as we possibly could to be able to do lots of different events.”
Anchoring the ground level is The Grove, a counter-service restaurant that blends Americana comfort food with coastal staples. Designed for families, big groups and locals looking for an easy night out, The Grove is energetic without feeling chaotic. The space is a blend of leisure and excitement…