A Year of Fun: A Month-by-Month Calendar of Family-Friendly Events
Save this list of the regular awesome events happening in Portland.
Road Trip Ideas: PNW Magic
It’s time for some new adventures! Reconnect with the best of the Northwest with a summer road trip to the central Oregon Coast, or Seattle and Mount Rainier.
The Ultimate Portland Weekend with Kids
Explore the city and fill your long weekend with under-the-radar gems and old favorites
Neighborhood We Love: Goose Hollow
If easy access to all that Portland has to offer is a top priority, Goose Hollow brings just that. Learn more about the neighborhood that is older than the city of Portland itself.
Neighborhood We Love: Hollywood
One of Portland’s smallest neighborhoods, Hollywood retains the classic character and charm of historic Portland, but with modern-day conveniences.
Neighborhood We Love: Hillside
Hillside in Northwest Portland is an urban neighborhood with small-town charm.
Neighborhood We Love: Brentwood-Darlington
“The best thing Brentwood-Darlington has going for it is the strong community vibe … Neighbors support one another like I have never seen before, and I have lived in seven different states,” says neighbor Will Mohring.
Neighborhood We Love: Happy Valley
For families ready to make the shift to suburban living, Happy Valley tops the list for its natural wonders and burgeoning food-and-drink scene.
Neighborhood We Love: Kenton
The North Portland neighborhood of Kenton has everything a family could ask for — parks, a library and restaurants galore.
Neighborhood We Love: Sellwood-Moreland
Sellwood-Moreland in Southeast is the quintessential, walkable, self-contained Portland neighborhood.
Neighborhood We Love: King
Eclectic dining options, sky-high walking and biking scores, and a community of resident-advocates — there’s lots to love about King.
Neighborhood We Love : The Historic Alphabet District
Window shop northwest’s Alphabet District. Families say it offers a European feel — right in the heart of the bustling city.
Neighborhood We Love: St. Johns
Plenty of Portlanders are proud of their neighborhoods, but when it comes to community spirit, St. Johns is in a class of its own.
PDX Trend: Fried-chicken Goodness
Portlanders of all ages are reaching for another piece of the ultimate comfort food: crispy-crunchy chicken.
GreatSchools Ratings Aren’t the Whole Story
Are online rating systems a good way to learn about schools? One local principal suggests parents dig deeper.
Neighborhood We Love: Lents
With many organizations that focus on building community, Lents in Southeast is on the rise.
