Topaz Farm, Credit Julia Varga

When you have little kids, there’s one big problem with Halloween — the trick-or-treating starts so late! Neighborhood businesses across Portland accommodate our little ghouls and goblins, opening their doors to trick or treaters well before the sun goes down. Whether it’s your pre-trick-or-treating routine or the whole shebang, here are some great options for Portland-area daytime trick-or-treating. Check back regularly, as we are adding new events all the time!

  • Clark County Fair

    17402 NE Delfel Road 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield, Washington

    Have some spectacular family fun at the Clark County Fair, happening August 7-16! Fair highlights include: Concerts Motorsports Rodeo events Mars encounters Carinal rides Ground acts Exhibitors Live contests   […]

    $8.50 – $12
  • CHAP Art Club

    CHAP Hillsboro Art Studeio 136 SE 3rd Ave., Hillsboro, Oregon

    Have fun making art with CHAP! These workshops are designed for children with medical challenges at their Hillsboro Art Studio. Thursdays from 12pm-2pm and Saturday from 10am -12pm.

  • Farmers Market Fun

    Shop local at a Portland-area farmers market this weekend! Think fresh produce, local cheese, and maybe even a little chocolate or wine to round out your haul. Plus, many have […]

    Free to attend
  • Youth Flute Day

    Oregon Convention Center 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Portland

    Youth Flute Day is a one-day clinic designed for flutists ages 9-18. An offering of the National Flute Association's 2026 Convention, participants will take part in fun activities and workshops […]

    $25
  • Clark County Fair

    17402 NE Delfel Road 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield, Washington

    Have some spectacular family fun at the Clark County Fair, happening August 7-16! Fair highlights include: Concerts Motorsports Rodeo events Mars encounters Carinal rides Ground acts Exhibitors Live contests   […]

    $8.50 – $12
  • Sunflower Festivals

    Sunflower season is here, and there's tons of opportunities to see beautiful blooms all over the Portland area! From full-on festivals to lovely strolls through fields (and plenty of photo […]

  • St. Johns Wood HOA Community Garage Sale

    St. Johns Wood HOA 5100 NE 85th Circle, Vancouver, WA, United States

    Join us for a community-wide garage sale in the St. Johns Wood neighborhood, just minutes from the Costco on Andresen. Many of the 30+ homes in the neighborhood will be […]

    Free
  • St. Johns Farmers Market

    St. Johns Farmers Market
    St. Johns Farmers Market N Central St. and N Charleston Ave., Portland, OR, United States

    The roster for the 2026 season includes more than 80 small businesses, including new and returning vendors spanning local farmers, artisan food, and handmade arts and crafts. Kids, look for […]

    Free
  • Cruisin’ Sherwood

    Old Town Sherwood 16020 SW 1st St, Sherwood, OR, United States

    Cruisin’ Sherwood is back for its 34th year, bringing energy, nostalgia, and community spirit to the heart of Old Town Sherwood. On Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 9:00 am to […]

    Free
  • Oregon City Festival of the Arts

    Oregon City Festival of the Arts
    End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center 1726 Washington St, Oregon City, Oregon

    Head to Oregon City’s Premier Arts Event! There will be art for all tastes and ages. 50+ art booths, several food and beverage options, and live music! Kid-specific activities include: […]

    Free
  • Swan Island Annual Dahlia Festival

    Swan Island Annual Dahlia Festival
    Swan Island Dahlias at 995 NW 22nd Ave, Canby, OR 979013

    Stroll through almost 50 acres of breathtaking fields and a beautiful display garden of stunning dahlias featuring over 375 varieties! Take photos, enjoy their shop, and have some food from […]

    Free to attend
  • Tree Time! Preschool Walks

    Tree Time! Preschool Walks
    Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR

    Join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. We will use all of our senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get […]

    $5 – $8
  • Family Create & Connect

    Walters Cultural Arts Center

    Visit the Walters for a morning of art making with friends and family. This free, drop-in workshop invites all ages to create together exploring materials and storytelling. This month, explore […]

    Free
  • Porch Concert Series

    Porch Concert Series
    Cathedral Park Performing Arts Collective 7528 N Charleston Ave, Portland, O, United States

    Join us on the front lawn for free, live music on the porch of our building on the 2nd & 4th Saturdays of the month from May through September. Stop […]

    Free
  • Sellwood-Milwaukie Kids Group Bike Ride

    The Shack at Sellwood Park SE 7th Avenue & SE Miller Street, Portland, United States

    Join a fun ride from Sellwood Park to Downtown Milwaukie's waterfront. It's a summertime Bike Bus! This ride is for kids and families as part of Kidical Mass PDX -- […]

    Free
  • Open Garden Event at the Multnomah County Master Gardener Demonstration Garden

    Demonstration Garden - Multnomah County Master Gardeners Association SE 57th Avenue, just south of SE Duke Street, Portland, OR, United States

    The Multnomah County Master Gardener Demonstration Garden is hosting this free “drop-in” event which is open to all. Take a self-guided tour through their one-acre educational garden featuring several different […]

    Free
  • Visit Leach Botanical Garden

    Visit Leach Botanical Garden
    Leach Botanical Garden 6704 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR, Portland, United States

    Explore 16 acres of cultivated and natural gardens in outer Southeast Portland! Families especially love The Aerial Tree Walk (fully ADA accessible) and the gathering meadow with room to relax, […]

    Free – $8
  • Summer Splash! Festival of Fun

    Summer Splash! Festival of Fun
    Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United States

    Each week brings new adventures during the Summer Splash! Festival of Fun! Our event calendar is filled with exciting activities and special guests that spark creativity, curiosity, and wonder. Enjoy […]

  • Miller Family Free Day: Celebrating the Cultural District Plaza

    Portland Art Museum 1219 SW Park Ave, Portland, OR

    Head to the Portland Art Museum for a vibrant celebration of art, community, and connection at the Miller Family Free Day! They will officially unveil the Cultural District Plaza on SW […]

    Free
  • Idealist Day Letter Writing Party

    Multnomah County Hollywood Library 4040 NE Tillamook St., Portland, Oregon, United States

    Everyone likes getting personal mail, but almost no one finds time to sit down and write a letter, so we are gathering to send joy from Portland. Write to friends, […]

    Free
  • Children’s Storytime with Ali

    BOLD Coffee & Books 1755 SW Jefferson St., Portland, OR, United States

    Do you love stories about kids or animals who save the day? Do you love to dance and color and play? We do too! Come join Ali Shaw of Bold […]

    Free
  • Family Fun Day

    Grant House 1101 Officers Row, Vancouver, W, United States

    As part of the 2026 Family and Cultural Connections Series, The Historic Trust presents: Family Fun Day. Everyone is invited to this community event on the Grant House lawn. Enjoy […]

    Free
  • Wholesome Family Festival & Picnic

    North Clackamas Park 5440 SE Kellogg Creek Dr, Milwaukie, Oregon

    Are you tired of children's events that are full of processed foods, artificial sugars and colorings, and too much overstimulation? We are too! Join us for the Wholesome Family Festival […]

    Free
  • Oregon City Porchfest

    Oregon City Porchfest
    Oregon City

    Find your family's fun at this free, family-friendly festival of 90+ neighborhood concerts on porches, driveways, and front yards across Oregon City's historic McLoughlin neighborhood! Specific details on which porches […]

    Free
  • Facepainting at PDXPopNow!

    Facepainting at PDXPopNow!
    midtown beer garden 431 SW Harvey Milk Street, Portland, O, United States

    Romonsta is in participation with PdxPopNow’s 3-day music festival at Midtown Beer Garden! Admission to the festival is free.

    Free
  • Beaverton Night Market

    The Round 12655 SW Millikan Way, Beaverton, OR, United States

    The Beaverton Night Market is designed to highlight and celebrate the city’s rich cultural diversity. Inspired by night markets around the world, the event brings together multicultural food, handmade crafts, […]

    Free to attend
  • Washington Park Summer Festival

    Washington Park Summer Festival
    Portland International Rose Test Garden 400 Southwest Kingston Avenue, Portland

    Head to the beautiful Rose Garden Amphitheater in Washington Park for Portland Parks and Recreation's summer festival! This free cultural event includes: Time Sound Big Band - August 8 An […]

    Free
  • Providence Bridge Pedal and Stride

    Downtown Portland

    Join your family, friends, and neighbors for this signature event on Portland’s summer calendar. Providence Bridge Pedal is unique—it’s the one opportunity each year to bike or walk across the […]

    Kids Pedal is free, other events have a registration fee
  • Clark County Fair

    17402 NE Delfel Road 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield, Washington

    Have some spectacular family fun at the Clark County Fair, happening August 7-16! Fair highlights include: Concerts Motorsports Rodeo events Mars encounters Carinal rides Ground acts Exhibitors Live contests   […]

    $8.50 – $12
  • Sunflower Festivals

    Sunflower season is here, and there's tons of opportunities to see beautiful blooms all over the Portland area! From full-on festivals to lovely strolls through fields (and plenty of photo […]

  • Centennial Farmers Market

    Centennial Farmers Market
    17150 SE Powell Blvd. 17150 SE Powell Blvd., Portland

    Join us for the new Centennial Farmers Market at Chop Chop Food Pod. Directly support local farmers and the sustainability of our community. Editor’s note: This event is a community […]

  • Oregon City Festival of the Arts

    Oregon City Festival of the Arts
    End of the Oregon Trail Interpretive Center 1726 Washington St, Oregon City, Oregon

    Head to Oregon City’s Premier Arts Event! There will be art for all tastes and ages. 50+ art booths, several food and beverage options, and live music! Kid-specific activities include: […]

    Free
  • Swan Island Annual Dahlia Festival

    Swan Island Annual Dahlia Festival
    Swan Island Dahlias at 995 NW 22nd Ave, Canby, OR 979013

    Stroll through almost 50 acres of breathtaking fields and a beautiful display garden of stunning dahlias featuring over 375 varieties! Take photos, enjoy their shop, and have some food from […]

    Free to attend
  • Toddler & Me Samba Reggae Drop-In

    Polaris Dance Theatre 1820 NW 18th Ave, Portland, Oregon

    In this parent and child dance class we will have a blast using our imaginations to go dancing in Brazil! A lively warmup using body percussion will help acclimate families […]

    $15
  • Mr. Ben at Wonderwood Springs

    Mr. Ben at Wonderwood Springs
    Wonderwood Springs 8811 N Lombard St, Portland, OR

    Start your Sunday with music, movement, coffee, and a little Portland magic! Join Portland kindie favorite Mr. Ben for an interactive singalong designed especially for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their […]

    Free
  • Rubinette Melon Ball

    Providore Fine Foods 2340 NE Sandy Blvd, Portland, OR

    Join us inside Providore Fine Foods for the annual Rubinette Melon Ball. Sunday, August 9th 10am - 3pm 2340 NE Sandy Blvd We’ll lay out a deliriously delicious spread of […]

    Free
  • Visit Leach Botanical Garden

    Visit Leach Botanical Garden
    Leach Botanical Garden 6704 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR, Portland, United States

    Explore 16 acres of cultivated and natural gardens in outer Southeast Portland! Families especially love The Aerial Tree Walk (fully ADA accessible) and the gathering meadow with room to relax, […]

    Free – $8
  • Summer Splash! Festival of Fun

    Summer Splash! Festival of Fun
    Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United States

    Each week brings new adventures during the Summer Splash! Festival of Fun! Our event calendar is filled with exciting activities and special guests that spark creativity, curiosity, and wonder. Enjoy […]

  • Portland Taiko at Montavilla PBOT Plaza

    Montavilla PBOT Plaza 7900 SE Stark St, Portland, Oregon

    Join Portland Taiko for a free, 45-minute concert in Montavilla's PBOT plaza (7900 SE Stark St) Sunday morning August 9th at 11:00 am. This family-friendly event will also have a […]

  • Drag Story Time

    Drag Story Time
    Darcelle XV Plaza SW Park Avenue and Washington Street, Portland, United States

    Join us for an hour of magic, music, and storytelling! Our fabulous guest drag queen will lead families through three storybook readings, two dazzling performances, and a sing-along, all wrapped […]

    Free
  • 20th Annual Latino Community Festival

    Hillsboro Ballpark 4460 NE Century Blvd, Hillsboro, OR

    Get ready for the most exciting cultural celebration of the year and celebrate the 20th anniversary of the Unitus Community Credit Union Latino Community Festival. The event will be held in […]

  • Facepainting at PDXPopNow!

    Facepainting at PDXPopNow!
    midtown beer garden 431 SW Harvey Milk Street, Portland, O, United States

    Romonsta is in participation with PdxPopNow’s 3-day music festival at Midtown Beer Garden! Admission to the festival is free.

    Free
  • Science Storytime: Super Poopers

    Brookwood Hillsboro Public Library 2850 NE Brookwood Pkwy, HIllsboro, OR

    Get the scoop on scat with all the surprising facts and hands-on excrement experience!

    Free
  • Concerts in the Round

    Concerts in the Round
    The Round 12655 SW Millikan Way, Beaverton, OR, United States

    Get ready to dance, snack, and chill because your favorite free, family-friendly music series has returned to Beaverton! Concerts in the Round is serving up good vibes, great tunes, and […]

    Free
  • Washington Park Summer Festival

    Washington Park Summer Festival
    Portland International Rose Test Garden 400 Southwest Kingston Avenue, Portland

    Head to the beautiful Rose Garden Amphitheater in Washington Park for Portland Parks and Recreation's summer festival! This free cultural event includes: Time Sound Big Band - August 8 An […]

    Free
  • Clark County Fair

    17402 NE Delfel Road 17402 NE Delfel Road, Ridgefield, Washington

    Have some spectacular family fun at the Clark County Fair, happening August 7-16! Fair highlights include: Concerts Motorsports Rodeo events Mars encounters Carinal rides Ground acts Exhibitors Live contests   […]

    $8.50 – $12
  • MusikLab

    MusikLab
    The Musikry 43 NW 3rd St, Gresham, OR

    What is a MusikLab? We provide the space and instruments and you do whatever moves you. MusikLabs are unstructured, all ages (we recommend 6 months - 9 years), and all […]

    $7