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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!

Head South for the Winter to this Oregon Town

Ashland packs a cultural punch throughout the year, including the winter months, making this town well worth the 4.5-hour drive from Portland. Family Activities Ashland’s […]

Winter is the Best Time to Visit the Oregon Coast

We love the Oregon Coast in the winter: all the big-wave beach drama without the crowds and traffic. It’s perfect for a holiday-themed change of scenery!

A North Pole Experience at This Columbia Gorge Town

Forget the North Pole. This Columbia River Gorge town is one of the most happening spots for the holidays.

This Town Gets a Major Glow-Up Each Winter

Best known as the gateway to Silver Falls State Park, Silverton also gets a major glow-up in the winter.

Top Holiday Trains and Ships to Try This Season

Gather your little transportation enthusiasts for some holiday fun!

Portland Santa Sightings

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


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.

CGMRC Open House

The Columbia Gorge Model Railroad Open House is a family fun event that will enchant and educate your family.

Cinnamon Bear Breakfast Cruise

Cinnamon Bear and his friends from Maybeland return to Portland to spread holiday cheer!

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

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This Place is a Real, Live Christmastown

Family activities / Family activities in Portland / family fun / Good For Kids / inclusive / kids / PDX / sensory friendly

Sensory Friendly Indoor Activities for Fun Without the Noise

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How to Forage for Fungi With Your Family

Budget friendly / Family activities / Family activities in Portland / family favorites / family fun / free / Good For Kids / kids

Free Indoor Play Spaces Across Portland

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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