Portland-Area Pumpkin Patches & Corn Mazes
Celebrate fall at one of these local farms with pumpkin patches, corn mazes and other seasonal activities and treats.
30+ Ideas for Kid-Friendly Fall Fun
We’ve collected some of the quintessential Portland fall fun activities, plus some new ones to try.
Touring the Hood River Fruit Loop with Kids
Visiting the “Fruit Loop” in the scenic Hood River area is a favorite fall tradition.
Fall Consignment Sales near Portland, OR
Save 50-90% on the things your kids need, and get all your shopping done in a weekend.
7 Youth Basketball Leagues to Check Out This Season
Believe it or not, it’s almost time to register for youth basketball! Check out these 7 Portland-area leagues recommended by local parents
Go Chasing Waterfalls at Wahclella + 7 More Spectacular Falls
This spring, head out for a hike and get rewarded with a scenic, two-tiered waterfall at Wahclella Falls.
Halloween Fun and Events in the Portland Area
Enjoy a cornucopia of family-friendly Halloween hijinks.
12 Great Kid-Friendly Fall Hikes in Portland
Here are some of our favorite places to get hiking in Portland with kids.
Thanksgiving Turkey Trots
For many Portland families, running before feasting has become an annual Thanksgiving tradition. These Turkey Trots are family favorites.
Portland-Area Haunted Houses
There is nothing like a good scare for Halloween and the metro area has lots of frightful opportunities.
Día de los Muertos / Day of the Dead Celebrations
We’ve gathered a list of Portland-area celebrations of Día de los Muertos (Day of the Dead) events for your family.
The Secrets of Spooktacular Portland
We talked to the people behind the events and activities that pump up the Halloween and fall fun in Portland.
Don’t Miss These Annual October Happenings
Take your family out to celebrate all that October in Portland brings — a bounty of apples, pears and pumpkins, and plenty of spooky fun for Halloween.
Slightly Spooky Halloween Movies for Kids
Looking for a sorta scary, but not nightmare-inducing scary movie to get into the Halloween spirit? We’ve got you covered.
Fantastic Felines: 4 Cat Books Just in Time for Halloween
Recommended reads featuring fierce felines from the children’s book buyers at Powell’s.
Back the Blazers
Even if you only watch one game this season, your kids will be talking about it all year long.
Top 5 Consignment Boutiques for Kids’ Halloween Costumes
Find stellar — and sustainable! — options to transform your kiddos into superheroes, fuzzy animals, magic fairies and more at these local resale stores.
5 Ideas for a Frugal Fall
Here’s what to do to keep the fall vibes high and your budgets low. Check out our top five frugal activities for fall fun in Portland.
Have a Gourd Time with These Pumpkin Patch Tips
Here are some tips to keep in mind as you search for your perfect pumpkins.
Beyond Carving: Five New Ways to Use Your Pumpkins
Here are five fun and different ways to use those pumpkins, and bonus — they support your child’s development as well!
Review: Howloween at the Oregon Zoo
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Enjoy costumed fun at the Oregon Zoo’s annual Howloween scavenger hunt! I haven’t met a kid who doesn’t love a scavenger hunt, and Howloween at the Oregon Zoo doesn’t disappoint. The hunting adds another layer of excitement (and education) to the already thrilling trick-or-treat experience. And of course, you will have the entire zoo to …