There are tons of great schools in the Portland metro area, so when making a choice, it helps to do your homework. To truly take the pulse of a school, consider an in-person or virtual visit. This guide has open house information for private schools throughout the Portland area. Check back as we are always adding new events to the calendar.
Most schools host open house events through April each year. During the spring and summer, the best way to learn about local programs is our Education Guide. We’ll update this page as we learn of more events. Generally, that has been in September. Please email info@pdxparent.com with any questions.
Events
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Storytime at Washington County Libraries
Libraries across Washington CountyThere's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Washington County Libraries! These range from: Preschool Storytimes, Family Storytimes, Toddler Times, Book Babies, storytimes in various languages, and […]
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Storytime at Multnomah County Libraries
Libraries across Mulnomah CountyThere's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Multnomah County Libraries! These include: Tiny Tots, Family Storytime, Book Babies, Black Family Storytime, Pajama Storytime, Native Family Storytime, […]
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TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition at OMSI
OMSITITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition | March 21, 2026 to October 18, 2026 History comes to life in TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition. This immersive exhibition offers a rare opportunity for audiences of […]
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OMSI $5 Days
OMSIHead to OMSI for $5 Days for discounted admission! Tickets for Empirical Theater and Kendall Planetarium shows, tours of the USS Blueback Submarine, as well as select special exhibitions, can […]
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Make Memories With Llamas, a Corn Maze and Pumpkins at Frog Pond Farm
Frog Pond Farm 2995 SW Advance Rd, Wilsonville, OR, United StatesLlamas in the Pumpkin Patch? Only at Frog Pond Farm. Open daily starting September 18, Frog Pond Farm is a place where animals take center stage, memories are made, and […]
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Corn Maze & Fall Fun at Bella Organic Farm
Bella Organic Farm 16205 NW Gillihan Rd., Portland, OR, United StatesGet lost in their family-friendly corn maze, featuring a "Five Kind Acts" theme, open daily August 22-October 31! Starting September 26, enjoy extended fall hours with even more pumpkin patch […]
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Salt & Straw After School Happy Hour
Salt n' StrawAfter School Happy Hour at Salt & Straw is buy one scoop, get one free for rewards members, Monday–Thursday, 3–5 pm, September 8–30. Download the @saltandstraw app and join their […]
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FREE Young Men’s Intro to Ballet Class
The Portland Ballet 6250 S.W. Capitol Highway, PortlandIntro to Ballet will be held Tuesdays at 4:45-5:45 p.m. from September 8, 2026 in six-week sessions for dancers ages 12-18. This introductory class is designed for young men new […]
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Mr. Ben Family Singalong at Hostel Cafe
The Hostel Cafe 1810 NW Glisan Avenue, Portland, ORJoin Portland family musician Mr. Ben for a joyful weekly singalong full of music, movement, dancing, and community connection for little kids and their grownups. Designed for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, […]
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Last Call Trivia
Hillsboro Downtown Station 320 SE Baseline St, Hillsboro, O, United StatesTrivia Tuesday at Hillsboro Downtown Station! Test your knowledge and compete for Station Taphouse gift cards! Prizes: 1st - $35, 2nd - $28, 3rd - $21. See you there!
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Watch the Swifts Roost
While the swifts are no longer roosting at Chapman Elementary in Northwest Portland, they've moved on to other spots in the area! We cannot guarantee that you'll see them roost, […]
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Storytime at Washington County Libraries
Libraries across Washington CountyThere's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Washington County Libraries! These range from: Preschool Storytimes, Family Storytimes, Toddler Times, Book Babies, storytimes in various languages, and […]
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Storytime at Multnomah County Libraries
Libraries across Mulnomah CountyThere's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Multnomah County Libraries! These include: Tiny Tots, Family Storytime, Book Babies, Black Family Storytime, Pajama Storytime, Native Family Storytime, […]
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TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition at OMSI
OMSITITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition | March 21, 2026 to October 18, 2026 History comes to life in TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition. This immersive exhibition offers a rare opportunity for audiences of […]
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Family Music and Movement Class with Music Together of Portland
Portland Metro Area Portland, ORJoin Music Together of Portland for a free fall preview class! Sing, dance, jam, and play together with your little one(s) and other Portland families, and experience the magic of […]
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Make Memories With Llamas, a Corn Maze and Pumpkins at Frog Pond Farm
Frog Pond Farm 2995 SW Advance Rd, Wilsonville, OR, United StatesLlamas in the Pumpkin Patch? Only at Frog Pond Farm. Open daily starting September 18, Frog Pond Farm is a place where animals take center stage, memories are made, and […]
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Corn Maze & Fall Fun at Bella Organic Farm
Bella Organic Farm 16205 NW Gillihan Rd., Portland, OR, United StatesGet lost in their family-friendly corn maze, featuring a "Five Kind Acts" theme, open daily August 22-October 31! Starting September 26, enjoy extended fall hours with even more pumpkin patch […]
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Swan Island Annual Dahlia Festival
Swan Island Dahlias at 995 NW 22nd Ave, Canby, OR 979013Stroll through almost 50 acres of breathtaking fields and a beautiful display garden of stunning dahlias featuring over 375 varieties! Take photos, enjoy their shop, and have some food from […]
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Bonjour Bebes
Taborspace 5441 SE Belmont St, Portland, OR, United StatesBonjour Bebes! French For Young Children with Madame Meggie $10-20 per family, drop-in suggested donation. Made for tiny ears, ages 0-36 months, grown-up welcome. Editor’s note: This event is a […]
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Morning Music with Mr. Ben at The Heist
The Heist Food Carts 4727 SE Woodstock Blvd, Portland, OregonKick off your Wednesday morning with live music, coffee, and community at The Heist! Join Portland kindie musician Mr. Ben for an interactive family singalong designed especially for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and […]
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Red Yarn’s Family Music & Puppet Show at Village Ballroom
Pivot Studio at the Village Ballroom 704 NE Dekum St, Portland, T, United StatesRed Yarn is thrilled to return to the beautiful Pivot Studio, located in the historic Village Ballroom on NE Dekum St, for his weekly Wednesday morning family music and puppet […]
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Baby Only Open Gym at My Gym Children’s Fitness Center
My Gym SW Portland 10160 SW Nimbus Ave suite 5, Portland, O, United StatesLooking for a fun and engaging way to bond with your baby while encouraging their physical and cognitive development? Come play at our Baby Only Open Gym held every Wednesday […]
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Drop in Tumbling for Big Kids at The Shack in Sellwood Park
The Shack at Sellwood Park SE 7th Avenue & SE Miller Street, Portland, United StatesJoin us for an afternoon gymnastics class in the park! All levels welcome, ages 7+. Participants will gain strength, flexibility, and confidence while learning new tumbling skills and having fun […]
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Salt & Straw After School Happy Hour
Salt n' StrawAfter School Happy Hour at Salt & Straw is buy one scoop, get one free for rewards members, Monday–Thursday, 3–5 pm, September 8–30. Download the @saltandstraw app and join their […]
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B-Side Records & Vintage Open Mic: All Ages, All Formats
B-Side Records & Vintage: Milwaukie 10801 SE Main St, Milwaukie, OR, United StatesFree! Weekly OPEN MIC for all ages and all formats. Youth musicians are encouraged to attend! Musicians, vocalists, comedians, poetry, spoken word, full bands, storytellers, and more! Join us for […]
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Watch the Swifts Roost
While the swifts are no longer roosting at Chapman Elementary in Northwest Portland, they've moved on to other spots in the area! We cannot guarantee that you'll see them roost, […]
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Storytime at Washington County Libraries
Libraries across Washington CountyThere's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Washington County Libraries! These range from: Preschool Storytimes, Family Storytimes, Toddler Times, Book Babies, storytimes in various languages, and […]
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Storytime at Multnomah County Libraries
Libraries across Mulnomah CountyThere's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Multnomah County Libraries! These include: Tiny Tots, Family Storytime, Book Babies, Black Family Storytime, Pajama Storytime, Native Family Storytime, […]
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TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition at OMSI
OMSITITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition | March 21, 2026 to October 18, 2026 History comes to life in TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition. This immersive exhibition offers a rare opportunity for audiences of […]
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CHAP Art Club
CHAP Hillsboro Art Studeio 136 SE 3rd Ave., Hillsboro, OregonHave fun making art with CHAP! These workshops are designed for children with medical challenges at their Hillsboro Art Studio. Thursdays from 12pm-2pm and Saturday from 10am -12pm.
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The Radical Mycology Convergence
Mulino, ORA mushroom-centered event unlike any other! The Radical Mycology Convergence is a biennial celebration of mushrooms and the people that love them. This family-friendly event includes: a scavenger hunt with […]
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Sing, Sign & Play @ SWPMA PLAY! at The Multnomah Arts Center
SWPMA PLAY! 7688 SW Capitol Highway, Portland, United StatesCome join us for playtime, singing, basic American Sign Language, moving and shaking and friend-making! Our beautiful enclosed space is covered in soft mats, ideal for young children to crawl, […]
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Make Memories With Llamas, a Corn Maze and Pumpkins at Frog Pond Farm
Frog Pond Farm 2995 SW Advance Rd, Wilsonville, OR, United StatesLlamas in the Pumpkin Patch? Only at Frog Pond Farm. Open daily starting September 18, Frog Pond Farm is a place where animals take center stage, memories are made, and […]
$16
