This Weekend in PDX
Every week we share the very best of our popular Kids Calendar.
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2025 PDX Parent Reader Favorites Decals
Tools for PDX Parent Picks Nominees
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Not Scary, Family-Friendly Escape Rooms in Portland
Check out our roundup of family-friendly escape experiences in and near Portland.
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Spend Whatever You Like at These Free Pumpkin Patches
Sometimes you just want to buy a pumpkin and take a photo.
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Cool Off at 50+ Splash Pads in the Portland Area
Cool off in safe spaces to splash!
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BYOB: Bring Your Own Baby to These 9 Portland Happy Hours
Here’s where to enjoy drink and food specials during happy hour when you have kids in tow.
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Birthday Venues in and near Portland, OR
Planning a birthday party for a child can be exhausting, but it doesn’t have to be! These local businesses make celebrating a breeze.
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25+ Free Things to Do With Kids in September
Looking for free family fun in PDX this month? Check out our ideas for activities that won’t break your budget.
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Even Prince John Would Find His Zen at this Peaceful Campground
This place is better than a meditation retreat.
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6 Youth Basketball Leagues to Check Out This Season
Believe it or not, it’s time to register for youth basketball! Check out these 6 Portland-area leagues recommended by local parents
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This Waterfall is Worth the Climb with Kids
The journey there is almost as beautiful as the waterfall itself.
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Where to Watch the Perseid Meteor Shower with Kids
It’s worth keeping the kids up late for this one.
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We Never Go to the Same Campground Twice, but We’ll Come Back to This One
If you’re looking for a Lost Lake vibe, but without the crowds or fierce competition for campsites, I’ve found the perfect spot for you.
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The Best Spots to Pick Berries near Portland, OR
Fill your pails (and tummies) at some of the best u-pick berry farms around.
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The Best Playgrounds for Kids Who Bolt
If your child is an escape artist and you’re looking for fenced and partially-fenced playgrounds in the Portland area, you’re in luck.
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The 6 Best Summer Trails for Families (Meltdown-Free!)
Local author and homeschooling mom Jessica Becker shares six of her favorite kid-friendly summer hikes within a 90-minute drive of Portland.
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These Calm Waters Made Our Kids Love Kayaking
Check out these 10 family-friendly places to kayak near Portland, OR.
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Where to Find Bigfoot in Portland
Here’s where to find Bigfoot in the Portland, OR area.
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Welcome Guide 2024 PDF
Read the PDF version of our annual Welcome Guide online!
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Thank You for Coming to Our Family Festival!
It was a joy celebrating with literally thousands of you.
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Pools, Waterparks and Swimming Holes
Find a local spot to cool off this summer in Portland and the surrounding area.
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Pride Events in PDX
Check out these Pride events from our Kids Calendar for ways to celebrate with the whole family.
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Here’s Why We’re (Still) Obsessed with Hopscotch Portland
Kid-friendly by day, Hopscotch is one of the best indoor activities in PDX. New for 2024: Extended summer hours!
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The Absolute Beginner’s Guide to Family Fun in Portland, Oregon
You’ll feel like a local in no time.
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Have a 5 Month old? 5 Year old? 15 Year old? Here’s What to do in Portland
Explore the city and fill your long weekend with activities geared for kids from babies to teens.
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