Portland has several opportunities to celebrate the Mexican holiday Día de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead. These events are opportunities to remember friends and family who have died and to support them on their spiritual journey. They are also opportunities for non-Mexican community members to share in culture and learn about the holiday and celebration. We hope you find a meaningful way to celebrate!
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Storytime at Washington County Libraries
Libraries across Washington CountyThere's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Washington County Libraries! These range from: Preschool Storytimes, Family Storytimes, Toddler Times, Book Babies, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Washington County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on holidays.
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Storytime at Multnomah County Libraries
Libraries across Mulnomah CountyThere's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Multnomah County Libraries! These include: Tiny Tots, Family Storytime, Book Babies, Black Family Storytime, Pajama Storytime, Native Family Storytime, Toddler Storytime, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Multnomah County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on […]
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TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition at OMSI
OMSITITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition | March 21, 2026 to October 18, 2026 History comes to life in TITANIC: The Artifact Exhibition. This immersive exhibition offers a rare opportunity for audiences of all ages to explore the innovation, ambition, and tragedy of Titanic while connecting personally with the people whose lives were forever changed by her voyage. Step back […]
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CHAP Art Club
CHAP Hillsboro Art Studeio 136 SE 3rd Ave., Hillsboro, OregonHave 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.
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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 kid-friendly activities like crafts. There's several to choose from — our post sorts them by day and location. Try a new one or visit a […]
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Clinton Street Fair
Clinton St.The Clinton Street Fair is back and bringing the heart of Portland to life with an unforgettable day of local art, music, food, and community vibes. What to expect: Local artists and unique vendors Delicious food stalls Live music on the PDX Sliders Stage Kids Zone with fun activities Fam Jam skateboard party SO much […]
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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 ops), we've gathered a comprehensive list of some of our favorite local farms hosting sunflower fun this season. View the list here and enjoy!
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Spanish Story & Play Time with Adventures in Spanish
✨ Spanish Story & Play Time with Adventures in Spanish ✨ Join us for a joyful hour of stories, songs, and play — all in Spanish! Our fun-filled sessions are designed for young children and families to explore language through movement, music, and imagination. This event takes places at multiple libraries and bookstores across the area, […]
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Watch Spider-Man at OMSI
OMSISee Spider-Man for one week only at OMSI! Spider-Man is swinging onto Portland’s largest screen for 1 week only. Spider-Man: Brand New Day brings Tom Holland back for an action-packed new chapter with Peter on his own in a world that doesn’t remember him and a mysterious new villain threatening the city he loves. Showtimes […]
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St. Johns Farmers Market
St. Johns Farmers Market N Central St. and N Charleston Ave., Portland, OR, United StatesThe 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 our market friend Rosie! This pink squishmallow hides out in a different vendor booth every day. Tell us where you found her at the Info […]
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2026 Portland Dragonboat Festival
South Hawthorne Waterfront Park 1403 S Harbor Way, Portland, OR, United StatesSince 1989, Portland and its sister city Kaohsiung, Taiwan have shared the tradition of annual dragon boat racing on the Willamette and Love (Ai He) rivers. Teams practice all summer to compete in three-ish-minute sprints ending under the Hawthorne Bridge. Racing teams are formed by friends, coworkers, cancer survivors, schools, and more, with the festival […]
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Swan Island Annual Dahlia Festival
Swan Island Dahlias at 995 NW 22nd Ave, Canby, OR 979013Stroll 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 food truck vendors while you're there! There's live music on the weekend — it's the perfect easy outing in a colorful, beautiful setting. This year […]
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Family-Friendly Bike Rides to PSU Farmers Market
Hop on your bikes as a family for a weekly bike ride! This is an all-ages/all-abilities ride from Southeast Portland to the PSU Farmers’ Market. This ride helps support local farmers, bakers, and makers of all kinds and builds community in a relaxed, informal setting. Rides are on every Saturday the market is open (year […]
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Tree Time! Preschool Walks
Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, ORJoin 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 our hands dirty! Staff and trained Arboretum volunteers will introduce you and your family to the plants, trees, insects, mushrooms, and more found at Hoyt […]
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Story Stones & Family Wishes
Little Nestlings Early Learning Center 19200 Willamette Drive, West Linn, O, United StatesA free community morning where young children create story stones, share ideas, and help begin a new season of connection. Join us for Story Stones & Family Wishes at Little Nestlings Early Learning Center. This free Community Saturday invites young children and their families into a gentle morning of storytelling, creativity, and connection. Children will choose a smooth […]
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Gift Making for Ages 3-6
Near Trenton Park in North PortlandJoin us for a small parent-child gift-making workshop for ages 3–6 at Tea Art Studio in Kenton. Children and caregivers will create beautiful handmade gifts using natural, non-toxic materials, with projects that may include cards, felted treasures, simple candles, flower crafts, ornaments, and seasonal decorations. It’s a relaxed opportunity to create together, experience the joy […]
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Saturday still-to-clip workshop for families
Multnomah County Library PortlandA short weekend session on turning a still photo into a short clip. Families can bring a phone still. When a frame is already soft we clean it first with Mejorar calidad de imagen: https://mejorarcalidad.com/ Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
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Preschooler Ballet (Intro to French) – Drop In
A-WOL Dance Collective 513 NE Schuyler St., Portland, OregonCome join Miss Ella in the fun, 45min class for kids ages 3.5-5 years old. Preschooler Ballet incorporates a variety of exercises to keep students engaged and learning new techniques while introducing French songs and vocabulary. Students improve their focus, coordination, musicality and technique. Formal ballet class structure is expanded upon as well as group […]
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Kids’ Mornings at Oaks Park Roller Rink
Oaks Amusement Park 7805 SE Oaks Park Way, Portland, OREnjoy a kid-centered skating session featuring a special playlist of kid-friendly hits, skate games, a visit from Chipper the Squirrel. During October-May, the session also features a short group lesson taught by a certified coach. One adult skates free per child. Saturdays, 10-11:30 AM $13 per child 10 & younger only
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Beaverton Celebration Parade
Beaverton City Park 12500 SW 4th Street, Beaverton, OR, United StatesJoin us on Saturday, September 12th at 10am for our annual Beaverton Celebration Parade! This longstanding community tradition is filled with floats, walking groups, bands, performers, large vehicles, bikes, and everything in between. Many of our participants are local sports clubs, marching bands, dance groups, businesses, and non-profits. Parade entries march the route for thousands […]
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Family Create & Connect
Walters Cultural Arts CenterVisit 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, enjoy a sculpture challenge. También se habla Español. All ages | Walters Cultural Arts Center Free | No Registration Required Editor’s note: This event is a […]
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Porch Concert Series
Cathedral Park Performing Arts Collective 7528 N Charleston Ave, Portland, O, United StatesJoin 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 at the St. Johns Farmers Market and then check out some great local musicians while you picnic on the lawn. Don't forget to continue down […]
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Abby’s Closet FREE Homecoming Dress Giveaway
Abby’s Closet Clubhouse Parking Lot 18201 SW Boones Ferry Road, Portland, O, United StatesYou asked… and we listened! We’re excited to host a second Abby’s Closet Homecoming Dress Giveaway, featuring over 1,400 short dresses perfect for your fall festivities. Think of it as a back-to-school appetizer to the 2027 Abby’s Closet Prom Dress Giveaway! We know formalwear isn’t just for spring, so grab your friends and join us […]
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Kids Workshops at Lowe’s
Various Lowe's LocationsLowe's offers free workshops for kids! Registration required, so be sure to visit their website prior to attending an event. Workshops are hosted by Lowe's Red Vests from 10 am – 1 pm, in-store only. Upcoming workshops: Sept. 12, 2026 Haunted House Sept. 26, 2026 MrBeast Swarm Cruiser Workshop Oct. 17, 2026 Firefighting Plane Nov. […]
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Open Saturday at Pearson Field Education Center
Pearson Field Education Center 201 A E Reserve St, Vacouver, WA, United StatesWelcome to Open Saturday at Education Center on Pearson Field in Vancouver, WA! Join us on Saturdays from 10am-3pm for a day of STEAM education through aviation. Our center is perfect for youth of all ages to experience hands-on learning and exploration. Explore our flight simulator lab featuring Kerbal Space Program and Microsoft Flight Simulator, […]
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Visit Leach Botanical Garden
Leach Botanical Garden 6704 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR, Portland, United StatesExplore 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, run and explore at this gem of a garden. The garden is spread across two levels and includes many different types of spaces for gathering, […]
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Summer Indigenous Marketplace
Electric Blocks 236 SE Clay St./1615 SE 3rd Ave., Portland, OregonSummer Indigenous Marketplace Series at Electric Blocks on July 18/19, Aug 22/23, Sep 12/13 from 10am–4pm in Portland’s Central Eastside! Celebrate summer outdoors with a vibrant gathering of Indigenous and Black artists, makers, and culture bearers. Shop directly from amazing vendors offering handmade goods, art, jewelry, apparel, and more—every purchase supports Indigenous and Black creatives […]
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Woven Light: Washi Sculptures by Yuri Kinoshita
Portland Japanese Garden 611 SW Kingston Ave., Portland, ORThis summer, Portland Japanese Garden is host to a glowing world of light. Woven Light showcases the illuminated washi sculptures of Yuri Kinoshita, a Seattle-based artist who artfully crafts floating landscapes of light through her sculptural lamps that bridge the art and design world. Guests who visit the Calvin and Mayho Tanabe Gallery will see […]
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Mindfulness Week at Portland Japanese Garden
Portland Japanese Garden 611 SW Kingston Ave., Portland, ORIn recognition of World Mindfulness Day on Saturday, September 12, join us for a week of programs exploring the practice of slowing down, paying attention, and embracing the present moment. Whether you’re seeking quiet, joy, inspiration, or simply a moment to pause, the Garden offers space to reconnect in your own way. Mindfulness Week is […]
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Downtown Tigard Street Fair
Downtown TigardThe Explore Downtown Tigard Street Fair is back again this year! Join the community in Downtown Tigard for shopping, music, great food and fun activities for the kids! Over 100 local businesses, nonprofits and organizations will take to the streets at the 13th Annual Tigard Street Fair. This day of fun is for the whole family […]
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Rose City ComicCon
Oregon Convention Center 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, PortlandJoin thousands of fans in celebration of all things geeky, weird, and wonderful! Rose City Comic Con is all about comic books, TV shows, movies, anime, video games, tabletop games, cosplay, and more! There is something for everyone in the family—including the youngest members! Rose City Jr., presented by Brio and Ravensburger, is an area […]
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Panda Fest Portland
Tom McCall Waterfront Park 98 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR, United StatesPanda Fest, a nationally celebrated Asian food and culture festival, is coming to Oregon! Come enjoy family fun with street food vendors, handcrafted goods, live entertainment, cultural showcases, and Instagram-worthy panda-themed experiences. Eat your way through a culinary journey across Asia with 100+ Asian food and merchandise vendors, 200+ dishes, representing cuisines from China, Japan, […]
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Eastern Cascades Model Railroad Association’s 29th Annual Open House
Eastern Cascades Model Railroad Club 21520 Modoc LN, Bend, O, United StatesCome out and enjoy free train rides on our outdoor 1/8-scale railroad, and see the indoor HO-scale model railroad. This year, we are pleased to offer an operating 1/8th-scale steam donkey display, just like the one used during logging operations on the full-size railroad. In addition, we’ll have Operation Lifesaver there to answer all your […]
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