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Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Our Kids Calendar is packed with family-friendly events happening all around Portland! Please confirm event details with the host— we do our best to keep things accurate, but event details can change!
All Ages Concert designed to delight curious listeners of every generation!
All Ages Concert designed to delight curious listeners of every generation!
November Storytime at the Library! Join School Psychology student Paula for fun and engaging storytime sessions in the Children’s Library. 🕓 Time: 4:00–4:30 PM 📅 Dates: Tuesday, Nov 4 Monday, Nov 10 (moved due to holiday) Tuesday, Nov 18 📍 Location: UO Portland Library, 2nd Floor – Room 201 (Children’s Library) All are welcome!
Head to a Multnomah County Library near you, or venture out to a new one for various storytimes and activities! There's an option for pretty much every day of the week — visit their calendar to find what works for you. A sample of weekly library storytime and activity options: -Book Babies -Pajama Storytime -Tiny […]
We invite you to connect with nature from Monday, Nov. 3, through Sunday, Nov. 9, with $13 zoo admission. Timed-entry tickets must be purchased in advance online. Tickets on sale in early October. This offer cannot be combined with other discounts, including membership. Infants age 0 to 1 are free when reserved with a paid […]
OMSI's new feature exhibit, Monsters of the Abyss, opens on Saturday, October 4 and will be on view through February 16, 2026. Dive back in time to explore what lurked beneath the surface at the newest exhibit in Portland—Monsters of the Abyss: Aquatic Predators Past + Present. Meet massive mosasaurs, a spine-chilling Spinosaurus, and bizarre […]
For the 30th anniversary of Milagro’s Dia de los Muertos festival, audiences will meet Pedro Linares, who dreamed up alebrijes, in this playful homage that celebrates his totemic creations. In this fantastical retelling, he attempts to trade his soul with La Muerte to save his brother, but quickly learns that you shouldn’t gamble with death. […]
Mask & Mirror Community Theatre presents Harvey by Mary Chase Directed by Mark Putnam ***Nov 7-23 2025, Fri/Sat 7:30pm, Sun 2:30pm*** at The Stage at Rise Church 10445 SW Canterbury Ln, Tigard OR Join the kind-hearted and perpetually charming Elwood P. Dowd, who has an unusual and constant companion: a 6-foot, 3-inch invisible rabbit named […]
Head to OMSI's Empirical Theater for a nostalgic showing of Jumanji! Visit the event host's website for specific showtimes. Tickets for the film $9 Adults, $8 Seniors, $7 Youth | OMSI Members receive half-off admission for this screening Member Empirical vouchers are not applicable. About the Film A magical board game unleashes a world of […]
Celebrate 110 years the the Kennedy School! Enjoy specials, music, face painting, cupcakes and fun all day! Live music in the Gym The Make * 2-4pm Brooklyn Del * 4:30-6:30pm Federale * 7-9pm History & Art Tours $10 * noon, 2pm & 4pm Do you remember what your favorite subject was in school? Reminisce during […]
🍩✨ LABUBUS 4 FOOD – Collectibles Mega Drop & Community Food Fundraiser ✨🍩 Recognizing how hard it’s been for local families who’ve lost their food benefits, we’ve been offering free donuts and coffee to anyone who needs a little extra support — but it’s time to do more. 💛 Join us Saturday, November 8 from […]
Get ready for the ultimate shopping experience at the NW Largest Mega and Vintage Sale! 🎉 With over 450 unique vendors featuring everything from vintage treasures to unbeatable deals, this is a day you won’t want to miss! Join us at the Clark County Event Center for an unforgettable blend of fun, shopping, and lasting […]
Palisades World Language School PTO and Lake Oswego Sustainability Network present a community swap event to bring families together to reuse and share gently used children's clothing, shoes, books, toys and sports equipment. Everyone is welcome - you don't need to bring items to join the swap. Suggested monetary donations: $25 to fill a bag […]
The roster for the 2025 St. Johns Farmers Market season includes more than 80 small businesses, including new and returning vendors spanning local farmers, artisan food, and handmade arts and crafts. New this year, SJFM is excited to partner with OSU Extension Service to bring hands-on nutrition education to the kids activity booth. The program, […]
A two-day event celebrating Nordic history, craftsmanship, and community! Nordic Northwest invites you to explore its annual Nordic Vintage & Treasure Sale, a beloved community event featuring an extensive selection of antiques, collectibles, décor, and one-of-a-kind Nordic finds. This two-day sale offers something for everyone—from seasoned collectors to first-time visitors looking for unique gifts and […]
Thinker Toy's turns 31 this November! As is our tradition, we use this day to give back to you, our incredible Portland community. Join us in-store for raffles, giveaways and a very special visit from Rojo the Llama on Saturday 11/8 at 10am!
Experienced fixers will attempt to repair or mend your items and may teach you how to fix them yourself. Bring your small appliances, small electronics, clean clothes and textiles that need repair! There are no guarantees for a repair. Some items are more difficult to repair, can take longer than we have time for at […]
Welcome to Open Saturday at Pearson Field Education Center in Vancouver, WA! Join us on Saturdays from 10am-3pm for a day of STEAM education through aviation. Our center is perfect for youth of all ages to experience hands-on learning and exploration. Explore our flight simulator lab featuring Kerbal Space Program and Microsoft Flight Simulator, a […]
“We must walk lightly when we are between worlds with this sacred being.” – Phillip Cash Cash Indigenous peoples have long been in relationship with and shared stories about sacred forest protectors, often called Sasquatch and Bigfoot. The works in this exhibition are made by Indigenous artists and honor generations of spiritual practices, storytelling, and tradition. Leave your preconceived […]
Celebrate autumn’s beauty at Lan Su as the garden transforms into a living gallery filled with hundreds of chrysanthemums. From cascading displays to large floral sculptures, every corner bursts with color and creativity. Festival Highlights: Nights of the Golden Flower (Nov. 7–9, 5:00–7:00 PM): Experience illuminated floral art installations glowing under the night sky—an enchanting […]
Come shop, sample, and savor! Gobble Up is the perfect place to knock out your holiday shopping for all those foodies in your life, find your hostess gifts for holiday parties, and add so many goodies to your own home kitchen and pantry. You’ll find over 100 vendors selling everything from small batch food and […]
Literary Arts’ Portland Book Festival, presented by Wells Fargo, returns Saturday, November 8, 2025 to ten stages at six partner venues in downtown Portland’s south Park Blocks. The festival will feature on-stage author discussions with over 100 authors (including several children's book authors) and interviewers, drop-in writing workshops, pop-up readings, an extensive book fair, and local food trucks […]
The 36th Annual Holiday Food & Gift Festival will return November 7-9, 2025 at the Westside Commons Wingspan Event & Conference Center. This Festival is one of the largest holiday celebrations in the Northwest, drawing thousands of attendees annually who happily complete their holiday shopping early. With hundreds of exhibitors the Festival will provide shoppers […]
Celebrate National Native American Heritage Month! Join us for a fun-filled day of music, cultural performances, and educational workshops. Listen to the captivating storytelling by Karen Kitchen, the powerful live drumming by Turquoise Pride, watch artists make traditional beadwork, and learn about Native American history and culture. In partnership with the Portland Indigenous Marketplace, we […]
Did you know the Lloyd Center has science camps, art classes, music lessons, game stores, magic shows, light saber martial arts, ice skating, roller skating, pickleball, game stores, and more? Come discover kid- and family-friendly fun at the Second Saturday Lloyd Center Mall Crawl! There will be open houses, giveaways, free activities, special offers, art, […]
When Ren and his mother move from Chicago to a small farming town, he is prepared for the inevitable adjustment period at his new high school. What he isn’t prepared for are the rigorous local edicts, including a ban on dancing instituted by the local preacher, determined to exercise the control over the town’s youth […]
A Musical Comedy of Ghoulish Delights at the Historic Barclay Theater Don't miss your chance to see The Addams Family like never before. With a story full of twisted humor, heart, and ghoulish delight, this production is a must-see for all ages! Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Krayon Kids Musical Theatre Company brings the kooky […]
Come try lacrosse at Bolts Lacrosse Pick Up & Play clinic on November 5th and 8th — register for FREE! Open to all kids ages 14 and younger. Registration: https://link.statstak.io/TMKrTpU
Come see what's rockin' inside Youth Music Project, Clackamas County's only nonprofit music school! Sample group classes, test drive instruments, meet instructors, buy used gear, watch live student performances, sing all ages karaoke, and more! Come learn first hand what makes Youth Music Project rock, and once you’ve found your sound get signed up for […]
A Musical Comedy of Ghoulish Delights at the Historic Barclay Theater Don't miss your chance to see The Addams Family like never before. With a story full of twisted humor, heart, and ghoulish delight, this production is a must-see for all ages! Get ready for an unforgettable experience as Krayon Kids Musical Theatre Company brings the kooky […]
By Crystal Skillman A Workshop Production on the Fir Acres Theatre MainStage Two Washington State teenage climate activists embark on an impulsive motorcycle journey to join a group of oil protesters on the East Coast. As they follow a major pipeline across the country, what began as two young environmentalists’ longing to belong to something […]
Portland Youth Philharmonic opens Season 102 with a program that pairs personal roots with bold new voices. Percy Grainger’s Lincolnshire Posy is a piece deeply connected to Music Director David Hattner, who first encountered it as a high school clarinetist. Its vivid storytelling and daring writing for winds left an indelible mark, making this a […]
Head to a Multnomah County Library near you, or venture out to a new one for various storytimes and activities! There's an option for pretty much every day of the week — visit their calendar to find what works for you. A sample of weekly library storytime and activity options: -Book Babies -Pajama Storytime -Tiny […]
We invite you to connect with nature from Monday, Nov. 3, through Sunday, Nov. 9, with $13 zoo admission. Timed-entry tickets must be purchased in advance online. Tickets on sale in early October. This offer cannot be combined with other discounts, including membership. Infants age 0 to 1 are free when reserved with a paid […]
OMSI's new feature exhibit, Monsters of the Abyss, opens on Saturday, October 4 and will be on view through February 16, 2026. Dive back in time to explore what lurked beneath the surface at the newest exhibit in Portland—Monsters of the Abyss: Aquatic Predators Past + Present. Meet massive mosasaurs, a spine-chilling Spinosaurus, and bizarre […]
