Why the Arts Matter + Portland-Area Live Performances
Have fun and support Portland’s local performing arts venues by buying tickets to one of these fabulous shows!
The Ultimate Guide to Portland Performing Arts: Theater, Ballet, Concerts and More
Check out our roundup of local performance venues and find shows that fit your interests and budget.
Criminally Good Carts at The Heist
This new Woodstock food cart pod that was once a bank parking lot is definitely worth a visit.
25 Free Things to Do With the Family in August
This month, it’s all about the free neighborhood and cultural festivals.
Powell’s City of Books Picks on Sports
Check out these books for kids on interesting sports history.
There’s No I in Team: How to be a Good Sports Parent
How to root for your kid in sports without crossing the line of poor sportsmanship. Plus advice on how to handle losses and what to do when your child wants to bail mid-season.
Top 5 Kid-Friendly Beaches in Vancouver
Cool off the family at one of these five beaches in the Vancouver area.
Explore Portland Like a Tourist
It’s an eternal question from visitors and recent transplants: What is there to do in Portland with kids? We’ve got the ultimate answers.
Love is Love in Portland Center Stage’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream
Pride Month is the perfect time to see this timeless classic performed by a modern cast.
Your Family’s Dream Portland Staycation
Vacations are nice, but sticking around the Portland area in the summer offers so many fun opportunities for families.
3-Month Daily Summer Fun Calendar
Looking for kid-approved activities for the summer months? We have your entire break planned!
Ask Dr. Baynham: Tween and Teen Acne
Dr. Allison Baynham doles out advice for tweens and teens experiencing acne breakouts.
Featured Hike: Trail of Ten Falls
Check out our tips for handling this long hike with kids. You don’t want to miss the “crown jewel” of Oregon trails!
20+ Free Things to Do in Portland This June
Your family fun doesn’t have to be expensive this month.
Family-Friendly Travel for Your Best Oregon Summer Yet
Looking to make this summer unforgettable? Cue up one (or all!) of these family-friendly destinations.
Powell’s City of Books Picks on Travel for Kids
Your kiddo will become an armchair explorer by reading these travel book picks from Powell’s.
5 Family-Friendly Restaurants in Vancouver
If you haven’t been across the Columbia to Vancouver lately, you’re in for a sweet surprise of local, family-friendly dining.
24 Free Things to Do with Kids in May
Your fun doesn’t have to be expensive! Here are more than 20 things to do with kids this month.
Ask Dr. Baynham: Dealing With Seasonal Allergies
Dr. Allison Baynham offers advice on how to deal with your kiddo’s seasonal allergies.
Top 5 Spots to See Free Portland Art Exhibits With Kids
Portland’s dedication to public art extends beyond outdoor sculptures and vivid murals on the sides of buildings. Add this list of indoor spaces to view art (for free!) to your rainy-day activity arsenal!
Top 5 Places for Young Rock Aficionados in Portland
Got a kiddo who loves rocks and all things rock related? Here are the top five places around the Portland-area to explore with your budding rockhound.
Powell’s City of Books Picks for Artistic Kids
This month, the children’s book buyers at Powell’s City of Books, handpick four books celebrating art around the world and the creativity and beauty as seen through the eyes of artists.
Here’s Judy, Northwest Children’s Theater’s New Home
The Judy, the new downtown Portland home of the Northwest Children’s Theater opens this month!
Portland’s Mini Galleries Galore!
One of the enduring and endearing things we love about our city is its curation of mini sidewalk galleries and installations. Check out our round up!
Portland’s Youth Performing Arts Spring Lineup
Here’s what each of Portland’s performing arts organizations has in store for your family from April to June this year.
Your Guide to Attending a Kid-Friendly Show in Portland
Here’s how to have fun with your kids during a play, concert or ballet at one of Portland’s youth performing arts organizations.
The No Slacking Portland Summer: How to Keep Your Teen Busy
Here’s how to help your tweens and teens put down their phones and have an activity-filled summer break — and maybe even earn some cash.
