Spring Break in Portland: 20 Epic Adventures for Kids
Make this spring break an amazing one — without leaving home! Spring Break in Portland is the perfect time for adventure, whether your kids love outdoor thrills, hands-on fun, or exploring new places.
Featured School of the Week: Childpeace Montessori School
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Our Favorite Places to See Flowers in Portland
Here are some of our favorite places to see spring and early summer blooms, both in Portland or a short day trip away.
Portland Half-Day Summer Camps
If your kiddo is looking to join in summer camp fun for only a few hours, there are several organizations around the Portland area offering half-day camps.
🍕 PDX Parent Reader Favorites: Food & Drink
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.
🎳 PDX Parent Reader Favorites: Family Fun
Looking for fresh ways to have fun with kids around Portland (and beyond)? These reader-voted Favorites cover big-deal adventures and easy wins.
🛝 PDX Parent Reader Favorites: Playgrounds
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.
🐟 PDX Parent Reader Favorites: Swim Lessons
These Portland-area swim programs were voted reader favorites for swim instruction—perfect for building water confidence, learning safety skills, and making a splash all year long.
🌾 PDX Parent Reader Favorites: Family-Friendly Farms
Portland is surrounded by amazing farms, but these stand out as the top picks from our readers! Check out the best family-friendly farms that earned your votes as favorites. 🏆 […]
🏆 PDX Parent Reader Favorites: Camps
It’s time to book summer camps in Portland, Oregon, and the best recommendations are always the ones you get from other parents.