Meet the Spring Babies of Frog Pond Farm!
It’s Baby Animal Season at Frog Pond Farm in Wilsonville! Looking for things to do with kids near Portland or Salem this spring and summer? It’s all here at Frog […]
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It’s Baby Animal Season at Frog Pond Farm in Wilsonville! Looking for things to do with kids near Portland or Salem this spring and summer? It’s all here at Frog […]
There'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 […]
There'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, […]
TITANIC: 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 […]
The Sci-Fi Film Fest is back! For five weeks this spring, the festival will showcase over 30 of science fiction’s most memorable films on the Empirical Theater’s giant four-story screen. […]
Need a toy, household item, small appliance, clothing, etc. repaired? Head to a Repair PDX event and have it come back to life for free! They take place at various […]
We are thrilled to announce the Portland Jewish Music Festival 2026! Now in its second year, this celebration of Jewish musical traditions from throughout the diaspora and Israel will fill […]
Looking for a simple way to give back as a family this spring? Positive Charge! PDX’s Period Power Project offers an easy, meaningful opportunity for kids and adults to help […]
Celebrate Mother’s Day with an unforgettable brunch overlooking the vineyards at Zenith. Guests who are 21 years and older will be welcomed with a complimentary glass of Sparkling Brut Rosé—because […]
Dive into this irresistible musical adventure, where an unexpected hero, and the power of friendship & community, save the day! It’s fun for the whole family! Showtimes vary between 2pm […]
Spend Mother's Day strolling through this unique nine acre garden containing an outstanding collection of rare species and hybrid rhododendrons, azaleas, and other lesser-known shrubs, as well as many companion […]
Have 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.
Held the day before Mother’s Day, the plant fair draws in thousands of people to enjoy and explore the amazing selection of plants, trees, garden art and supplies, and much […]
Schreiner’s Gardens is one of the wonders of the flower world - and it’s right in our backyard here in Salem Oregon. The 2026 Bloom Season at Schreiner's Gardens promises […]
Delight in beautiful peony blooms at Adelman Peony Gardens this spring! Free admission and free parking, this is a gorgeous way to spend a few hours, plus tons of perfect […]
Forest Hope Through Innovation is an interdisciplinary art-forest-science exhibition at World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum that explores how creativity, research, and community action can shape a sustainable future for the forests […]
Explore 16 acres of cultivated and natural gardens in outer Southeast Portland! Families especially love The Aerial Tree Walk (fully ADA accessible) and the gathering meadow with room to relax, […]
Explore the bountiful birds and wonderful wildflowers of Silver Falls State Park in this beloved annual tradition. Activities include guided birding and wildflower walks, a native plant sale, a wildflower […]
Lilac Days is April 18 – May 10, 2026. Each year in the spring, the Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens hosts Lilac Days to celebrate the beauty of lilacs in bloom. […]
Portland Indigenous Marketplace supports Indigenous artists and entrepreneurs by providing barrier-free, culturally respectful spaces that encourage cultural resilience and economic sustainability by promoting public education through cultural arts. Support local […]
Head to Hoffman Farms Store for a Mother’s Day on the Farm celebration on May 9th from 10am–5pm — a full day to celebrate moms, make memories, and enjoy the […]
National Train Day: May 9 & 10, 10:00am-6:00pm Get ready for two full days of steam, history, and railroad excitement at the Oregon Rail Heritage Center’s annual National Train Day […]
The St. Johns Bizarre is a uniquely crafted FREE celebration that kicks off the summer street fair season in Portland. Held annually on the second Saturday in May, the Bizarre brings music, […]
The Lobby at The Writers' Block“Seeing the What”March 5 – May 23, 2026818 NW Flanders, Portland Formerly located at The Ellen Browning Building, The Lobby returns this spring with a […]
Celebrate Mother's Day at WONDERLOVE! Enjoy their public market, brunch, live music, gifts and more. Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
CINDERELLA May 1–16 | Barclay Theater in Oregon City Krayon Kids Musical Theatre Company proudly presents Cinderella, a timeless fairy tale filled with magic, music, and heart. In this beloved story, Cinderella’s […]
PYP's Conservatory ensembles close their season with Pictures at an Exhibition by Modest Mussorgsky and orchestrated by Maurice Ravel. The concert takes listeners through a vivid musical gallery, with each […]
Register now for this free craft program! Teens will pour their own soy wax candle, choose from a variety of fragrances to make it scented, and then take it home […]
William Temple House Jam! is a 1-day music event featuring 5 local talents in the garden of the historic Mackenzie Building in NW Portland on May 9th, 2026, from 2pm […]
Catch the beloved technicolor classic as it was meant to be seen on 35mm film! WILLY WONKA & THE CHOCOLATE FACTORY is presented this month at the Hollywood Theatre by […]
Celebrate Mother’s Day with a hands-on experience creating a beautiful, handpicked vase of flowers with your child. Step into Whimsey Wees' studio transformed into a Whimsy Bloom Flower Shop. Together, […]
Enjoy an early evening of skating at Lloyd Center Mall each weekend! Their Rock and Skate features a special DJ and a discounted price for skating.
The cast of Kid's Co. have arrived at Camp Granada Summer Camp, and excitement is building for the biggest event of the summer: the Camp Granada Talent Show. As the big night approaches, the […]