Family Fun in Portland: Adventures for All Ages!

Looking for exciting ways to explore Portland with your family? Whether you’re searching for seasonal festivals, the best kid-friendly restaurants, or top-rated attractions, we’ve rounded up the best experiences to keep everyone entertained.

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We handpick our favorite events to make your weekend as spectacular as you are. 

Ready for the prettiest family hike season of the year? These kid-friendly wildflower hikes near Portland range from easy local strolls to Gorge trails packed ...
Tom McCall Waterfront Park is iconic, but there are less crowded alternatives! ...

Popular Roundups

The Best of Portland Family Fun: Curated Just for You. From hands-on museum exhibits to outdoor adventures, local events, and must-visit eateries, there’s something for every age and interest.

Here are some of our favorite places to see spring and early summer blooms, both in Portland or a short day trip away....
Looking for a great place to play outside? These reader-voted favorites include everything from nature play and epic structures to inclusive, all-abilities designs....
Explore Portland's vibrant gaming community, where cozy neighborhood game stores invite families to connect through fun and friendly events....
Get out of the rain and have some indoor creative fun! Check out these venues with your kiddo to make some art....
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Ah, Portland. There might be some sun every now and again, but we can certainly count on the rain. If your kids are itching to be active on a bad […]

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Truly Kid-Friendly Restaurants

We’ve rounded up the best truly kid-friendly restaurants in Portland: from spots with dedicated play areas to eateries with menus both kids and parents will love. These family-friendly favorites make dining out a stress-free and delicious experience.

Texas-style barbecue lands on Northeast Dekum Street....
Looking for Portland-area Reader Favorite spots for dessert runs, kid-friendly dining, and pizza nights that make everyone happy? These winners and Top 5 picks come straight from PDX Parent readers—perfect for family outings, weekend treats, and easy meals when you want something reliably loved....
Pistachio is having a major moment in Portland. From decadent Dubai chocolate cups to vegan pistachio magic shell and ultra-rich gelato, here’s where to taste the green trend....
Dream Deli in the Richmond neighborhood blends Jewish and Italian deli traditions to a delicious effect....

If you’re a toddler parent, I hope you’re getting out into the world and letting professionals cook for you every now and then. I know sometimes it seems like a […]

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Dining out with the family doesn’t have to be expensive. Here are places around the Portland area that won’t break the bank and will leave everyone with happy, full bellies....
Portland is brimming with local places to enjoy a cup of coffee, but these neighborhood spots are perfect to enjoy said coffee with the kids in tow....
Trying the best restaurants in Portland doesn't mean leaving the kids behind....
Let someone else cook dinner, without breaking the bank at these restaurants offering free kids' meals....
Looking to go out to eat with the kids? Here are more than 25 truly kid-friendly restaurants in Portland....
Cheers to family-friendly breweries and pubs, where you can enjoy a nice, cold beverage and the kids can be kids!...

This summer trend is so hot — it’s ice cold. We’re talking about dirty sodas. No, dirty sodas aren’t the cans of cola that fell on the floor while you […]

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