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Kids Calendar

Find fun things to do with kids on our comprehensive events calendar for Portland, Oregon.

Editors' Picks

November 2024 Digital Issue

Read our November issue online!

Portland Santa Sightings

We’ve tracked down the big guy in red for you!

Sensory Friendly Indoor Activities for Fun Without the Noise

Check out these opportunities to have fun indoors with fewer crowds and less noise, in and near Portland, OR.

How to Forage for Fungi With Your Family

Hit the Old Salmon River Trail in Welches for a mushroom foraging adventure with kids. Plus advice on how to stay safe.

Free Indoor Play Spaces Across Portland

It’s that time of year. Rainy season has arrived and parents everywhere are wondering where to take the kids to burn off some energy. And […]

Free Meals and Gifts for the Holidays

You don’t have to do this alone.

Start a New Thanksgiving Tradition: Turkey Trots

For many Portland families, running before feasting has become an annual Thanksgiving tradition. These Turkey Trots are family favorites.


UPCOMING OPEN HOUSES


See more events in our Open House Guide.

Featured

Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer

Back by popular demand! The holiday classic Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer soars off the screen in this LIVE musical adaptation of the beloved television special.

Halloween Candy Buy Backs

These three places offer Halloween candy buybacks. Saving their teeth and getting some extra cash, that’s a win-win.

20+ Free Things to Do with Kids in November

With the holiday season in full swing, everyone could use some family activities that are 100% fun and free. Here are ideas to get outside, learn new skills, enjoy music or help others, all without opening your wallet.

November Digital Issue

For our annual Education Issue, we explore how local teachers and students are incorporating artificial intelligence, or AI, into their lesson plans and homework. Plus, our Education Guide listings have all the info you need on local private education options for your children.

For Families

Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) Celebrations in Portland, OR

Budget friendly / Family activities / halloween / halloween candy / kids / PDX

Halloween Candy Buy Backs

Budget friendly / dining with kids / family fun / Good For Kids / kid friendly restaurants / kids / PDX

Craving Indian and Mexican? Go Here

Family activities / Family activities in Portland / Good For Kids / kids / sw washington / vancouver / volunteer / volunteering with kids

Spread the Cheer by Volunteering in Vancouver

Guides

Kids ❤️ Museums

The littles will soak up knowledge while having a blast at these local, kid-friendly museums.

Education Guide

Find schools, childcare, after-school activities and enrichment programs in our Education Guide.

Private School Guide

Learn about the fantastic educational options in the Portland area.

After-School Guide

Check out our guide of fun and enriching extracurricular programs.

Girls Playing Soccer

Youth Sports League Guide

It’s surprisingly hard to navigate youth sports leagues. Good thing we’ve done the legwork for you!

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