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October in the Portland area means pumpkin patches and a new season of kid-friendly shows. And Portland families have so many options for both! We highlight pumpkin patches that have just what your family wants, whether that’s a low-key place for littles or a giant farm with all the bells and whistles. Plus we take a look at how local performing arts companies enrich our kids’ lives and give a month-by-month look at upcoming, family-friendly fall shows.
Special Sections:
Kids 
Museums: PDX Parent’s Kids Museums is a special advertorial section offering parents a comprehensive guide to the thought-provoking, kid-friendly museums that are in the Portland metro-area…or only a day-trip away. Submit your advertorial here.
School Open House Planner: List your school’s open house in our handy open house planner. Divided by location. Includes school name, URL, phone, 25 word description, grades served and dates and times. Submit your open house planner here.
Other Special Sections:
Halloween/Fall Fun
Fall Arts
Reservation Deadline: September 10
In our November Education Guide, parents get the inside scoop from public and private school teachers on things they want you to know about your child — the good and the not so good. Plus questions to ask at parent-teach conferences. And our winter travel feature focuses on winter camping in yurts, a cozy way for families to enjoy spectacular winter landscapes on the cheap, and will mention great family activities close to the camping sites
Special Sections:
Education Guide: Our education guide is where area parent’s go to find education options in the metro area. We offer two types of listings: basic and enhanced. Print advertisers receive discounts on their listings. Submit your education guide listing here.
Other Special Sections:
Holiday Highlights
Holiday Gift Guide
School Open Houses
Family Freebies
Reservation Deadline: October 1
Coming in December 2025
Our December issue holds so much good stuff: gift recommendations from local toy shops, bookstores and kids’ boutiques; where to find free holiday fun; plus how parents can both save for and on the cost of college tuition. Also in the spirit of financial frugality, a short roundup of the best cheap eats for families in Portland.
Reservation Deadline: November 5
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