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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!
Make plans for CityFair at the Rose Festival, May 22 through June 7 on the waterfront. Enjoy rides, food, games, and family fun with a special Buy One, Get One […]
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 […]
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 […]
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.
THPRD's splash pads are scheduled to open on May 22 for the 2026 summer season! With sunny skies and warmer temperatures in the forecast, it's the perfect time to cool […]
Step into a celebration of Scottish heritage, strength, and community at the Portland Highland Games! Join us on Saturday, June 6, 2026, at the scenic Washington County Fairgrounds for a full day of cultural […]
From June 6 to 7th, Bank of America, Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank cardholders can receive FREE general admission to select Portland cultural attractions Saturday and Sunday. Bank of America believes […]
The Hood River community will once again come together in celebration as the fourth annual Hood River Pride Celebration returns June 5-6, with a weekend of vibrant, inclusive events honoring […]
PDX Taco Week — hosted by The Actual Portland — is a vibrant celebration of Portland's underrepresented and diverse taco scene, featuring special deals and unique creations from local taquerias, […]
Portland Parks & Recreation's splash pads are all expected be on and ready for summer fun by June 5 — just in time for the last day of school! See […]
Shop local at a Portland-area farmers market this weekend! Think fresh produce, local cheese, and maybe even a little chocolate or wine to round out your haul. Plus, many have […]
It's that time of year again! You've got tests, we've got distraction-free space to study for them. Whether you prefer the 2nd floor meeting room or one of the many […]
The Rose Festival is proud to host the Portland Rose Festival Dragon Boat Races, an event that has been bringing an exciting Chinese tradition to Portland for more than two […]
The Home Depot Kids Workshops is a free hands-on learning experience that encourages skill-building and creativity in children ages 5-12. Skills such as following step-by-step instructions, working with hand tools […]
Get ready to run, jump, splash, and laugh at the City of Tualatin's Blender Dash! Designed for kids ages 5–15, this exciting course features color, mud, foam, obstacles, and even a […]
Bring your little ones for drop-in fun! Drop-in for crafts, sensory exploration, open-ended play, and so much fun! Best suited to kids ages 0-5, though all are welcome. Children must […]
Kick off summer with us at PlayLab, Saturday June 6th from 9am-12pm. Balloons, raffles, bubbles, face painting and more! Join us as we say Goodbye to PlayLab openplay, and Hello […]
At each event ODFW staff and volunteers will provide equipment, and teach new anglers how to rig their line, cast a rod, land a fish and identify their catch. Take […]
The roster for the 2026 season includes more than 80 small businesses, including new and returning vendors spanning local farmers, artisan food, and handmade arts and crafts. Kids, look for […]
Join us June 5th - 7th for the Fourth Annual Sandy Invitational Chainsaw Competition and Forest Festival, a celebration of our forests and the people who work in them. Because […]
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 […]
Hop on your bikes as a family for a weekly bike ride! This is an all-ages/all-abilities ride from Southeast Portland to the PSU Farmers’ Market. This ride helps support local […]
Join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. We will use all of our senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get […]
A free hands-on garden morning for young children to explore seeds, nature materials, and creative discovery at Little Nestlings. Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
Enjoy a kid-centered skating session featuring a special playlist of kid-friendly hits, skate games, a visit from Chipper the Squirrel. During October-May, the session also features a short group lesson […]
Ride your bike in Lewis Elementary 6th annual Kids’ Pride Parade and Ride. Kid and family-friendly. Meet at 10:00am, parade starts at 10:30am and will last approximately 40 min with […]
Join us for our Indoor Nature Play Park! Enjoy self-guided, nature-based activities with your child! We will be open rain or shine! Cost is $5.75- $8 per child. We can't […]
Welcome to Open Saturday at Education Center on Pearson Field in Vancouver, WA! Join us on Saturdays from 10am-3pm for a day of STEAM education through aviation. Our center is […]
Step into a world where nature-themed prints meet Portland Japanese Garden’s springtime vibrance in Enduring Impressions: Contemporary Woodblock Prints. Featuring the art of mokuhanga (木版画), Japanese-style woodblock printmaking, this exhibition […]
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, […]
