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Featured Events
Breathing. Room Exhibit features renowned Indian artist Ranjani Shettar’s Portland Debut
The Lobby at Ellen Browning Building 2871 SE Division Street, Portland, United StatesCurated by Sima Familant, Breathing. Room opens October 18, showcasing renowned artist Ranjani Shettar’s first exhibition in Portland. Her monumental installation Morning Song—crafted from lacquered wood by Indian artisans—explores the balance between industrialization and nature. The exhibit invites viewers to pause and reflect on space and stillness. Also featuring works by Jeff Elrod, Naotaka Hiro, Kwangho Lee, Kwon Young-Woo, and […]
Spanish Storytime & Play @ SWPMA PLAY!
SWPMA PLAY! 6315 SW Capitol Highway, Portland, United StatesJoin Teacher Jessica, from "Adventures In Spanish" for a family Spanish Storytime & play class (appropriate for ages 0-4) @ SWPMA Play! Class meets from 10:30-11A, with 15 minutes of open play + social time afterwards. SWPMA offers a clean, padded play space in Hillsdale Town Center, at 6315 SW Capitol Highway. Registration is offered […]
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Sing, Sign and Play @ SWPMA PLAY!
SWPMA PLAY! 6315 SW Capitol Highway, Portland, United StatesJoin longtime educators Lara and Wally Jones in the padded play space of SWPMA PLAY! every Tuesday and Thursday for weekly meetups for littles ages 0-4. *No class on Jan 28th. This is a calm, clean and welcoming space, where people take the time to visit and play. People can come in as early as […]
Music Exploration with Teacher David
Wonderwood Springs 7410 N Chicago Ave, Portland, ORNEW TIME! Thursday mornings at 10am, teacher David will be hosting a weekly music class for kiddos age 1-5! The class is called Music Exploration and eery week, you’ll learn about a different genre of music. Anywhere from rock, to jazz, to TV themes. You’ll also learn about the ABCs, 123s, and have a whole […]
Family Martial Arts For Ages 3/4 @ SWPMA PLAY!
SWPMA PLAY! 6315 SW Capitol Highway, Portland, United StatesJoin longtime educators and lead instructors at Southwest Portland Martial Arts - Sifu Wally & Lara Jones in the padded play space of SWPMA PLAY! at 5315 SW Capitol Highway in Hillsdale Town Center, for ninjas ages 3 & 4. These are age-appropriate, play-based movement classes, where people take the time to connect with others, […]
Indoor Play Park
Cedar Hill Recreation CenterBring your children and play indoors out of the weather. Families with children 6 and under are welcome to gather and interact developing motor and social skills during indoor play. Adult supervision is required.
Lunar New Year 2025: The Year of the Snake
Lan Su Chinese GardenJoin Lan Su Chinese Garden for the most iconic Lunar New Year celebration in the Pacific Northwest! Welcome The Year of the Snake by exploring Lan Su adorned with dazzling lantern sculptures from China and taking part in interactive cultural activities that bring the celebration to life. Family-friendly activities during daytime hours will include: - […]
Free First Thursdays at PAM
Portland Art Museum 1219 SW Park Ave, Portland, ORMuseum admission is free on the first Thursday of every month from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and programs at the Tomorrow Theater in Southeast Portland are free. Generous support provided by Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All program.
Free First Thursday
Portland Art Museum 1219 SW Park Ave, Portland, ORCome enjoy Psychedelic Rock Posters and Fashion of the 1960s and Throughlines: Connections in the Collection on Free First Thursday, offering free Portland Art Museum admission for the community all day. Thanks to generous support provided by the Art Bridges Foundation’s Access for All Program, Museum admission is free on the first Thursday of every month from 10 a.m. to […]
Music Exploration with Zazzy Zoe
REC Room in Hammer + Jacks 6406 SE FOSTER RD, PORTLAND, OR, United StatesJoin us every Thursday at 10:30AM in The REC Room, come for a special music lesson filled with singing, movement and music with Zazzy Zoe!
Music Exploration with Zazzy Zoe at Hammer + Jacks
Hammer + Jacks Toy Store 6406 SE Foster Rd., Portland, OR, United StatesCome sing and learn about music making in this weekly drop-in class with Zazzy Zoe! Every Thursday at 10:30AM, come for a special music lesson filled with singing, movement and music with Zazzy Zoe! 🥁🎶 During these interactive music sessions, participants will begin to learn and practice simple fundamentals of music, all while having a […]
O Story Time with Olive & Dingo
Hammer + Jacks Toy Store 6406 SE Foster Rd., Portland, OR, United StatesCome and join Olive + Dingo for an enchanting after-school special show every 1st Thursday of the month at 4 PM! Get ready for a blast as Olive and Dingo light up the stage with their whimsical storybook performances and playful songs! It's a delightful experience for kids and parents alike, with the dynamic duo […]
Kids and Family Drop-in Basketball
Sellwood Community House 1436 SE Spokane St, Portland, OregonAre you looking for an active and affordable activity the whole family can enjoy? Come to the Sellwood Community House and shoot hoops in our gym! Every Thursday, 6-7:30 pm. $3/family member. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Studio Ghibli Film Festival at OMSI
OMSIJoin OMSI for our annual Studio Ghibli Film Festival on the largest movie screen in Portland! Watch all your favorites, from My Neighbor Totoro to Kiki’s Delivery Service, to kick off 2025.
Dumpling Week Portland 2025
Every February, Portland celebrates its love for dough-wrapped delights with Dumpling Week, a citywide celebration featuring inventive dumpling creations that you won't find anywhere (or anytime) else. This is the 11th year of the infamous week where dumplings are featured at a number of restaurants across the city.
Mechan 42: The Explorer – Portland Winter Light Festival
Multnomah County LibraryOne of the robots from the mysterious Mechan Inc. company. This robot explored the universe for an alternate power source by Tyler FuQua Creations. Feb 7-15, 24/7 Multnomah County Library 801 SW 10th Ave Portland, Oregon, 97205 MAP #: D20
Oregon Children’s Theatre presents SPIDER (ages 14+)
New Expressive Works 810 SE Belmont St., Portland, OR, United States"Baby Spiderman KILLED EVIL Spider!” blows up on YouTube Kids. A rogue program escapes the Simulation — in a video game called Awakenings. And a choir prepares to sing with one voice. When a school shooting reveals the delicate web connecting these events, the people tangled within it start to wonder: who’s to blame? Written by an alumni of […]
Play Time & Goats at Lee Farms
Lee FarmsWe’re back! We’re OPEN Wednesday-Saturday 9-4. The market and bakery is open til 5! Come drop in and get those babes outside even in the cold!
Musik Jam
The Porch Coffee Space 6725 SE Kelly St., Portland, ORThe Musikry is going to be at The Porch Coffee Space Friday, February 7th at 9:30am for a FREE music hour! Grab a coffee at The Porch and lets jam! The Porch Coffee space 6725 SE Kelly St. Portland OR 970206 Meet us in the auditorium!
Music with Mr. Hoo at Taborspace
taborspace 5441 SE Belmont St, Portland, OR, United StatesJoin Mr. Hoo every 1st and 3rd Friday as he plays live music for children of all ages. A mix of original and classic songs, egg shakers for the kids to participate, dancing, jumping, flying and lots of fun! $10-$20 per family recommended donation.
Music Exploration – A Music Class For Caregivers and Children Ages 1-5
Wonderwood Springs 7410 N Chicago Ave, Portland, ORMusic Exploration is a Music Class For Caregivers and Children Ages 1-5! Run by Teacher David, every week we learn about a different genre of music! Anywhere from Rock, to Jazz to TV Themes! We also learn about our ABC's, our 1,2,3's and have a whole lot of fun! Drop In Class | $10 - […]
Bookworm Buddies Preview
Literacy Kid Lounge 2200 SE Oak Grove Blvd, Oak Grove, OR, United StatesJoin us for a look into the Bookworm Buddies Experience at the Literacy Kid Lounge! This will be an actual class to experience and see if you might be a fit to join a regular weekly playgroup! We celebrate storytime, music & movement and art, with play in the Literacy Kid Lounge included. Hope to […]
PP&R Ladybug Nature Walk – Pre-registration required (10:00 am)
Woodstock Park Meet at the northwest corner of the park, near SE 47th Avenue and Steele Street., PortlandLadybug Nature Walk at Woodstock Park – 10:00 am Register for this Ladybug Walk here: LINK Ladybug Nature Walks are a way for children ages 0-6 (and an adult) to explore a local Portland park. We move slowly through parks looking for plants and animals. Walks are led by a nature educator, and children borrow […]
Tiny Tumble and Play
Thunder Elite's Tumble and Learn Preschool 12900 Se HWY 212, Clackamas, OR, United StatesHey there, parents! Looking for a way to keep your little ones entertained and active? Look no further! We've got an amazing event just for the "littles" who never seem to have enough fun! Bring your children aged 0-5 to our gym and let them have a blast with all sorts of exciting activities. […]
Lunar New Year 2025: The Year of the Snake
Lan Su Chinese GardenJoin Lan Su Chinese Garden for the most iconic Lunar New Year celebration in the Pacific Northwest! Welcome The Year of the Snake by exploring Lan Su adorned with dazzling lantern sculptures from China and taking part in interactive cultural activities that bring the celebration to life. Family-friendly activities during daytime hours will include: - […]
Indoor Play Park
Sellwood Community House 1436 SE Spokane St, Portland, OregonCome mingle with other families at Indoor Play Park! Your children will love the riding cars, scooters, and balls in our vintage gymnasium, or the colorful mats and climbing equipment in our safe and fun tumbling studio. The gym is open on Tuesdays, 10:15-12:15. The studio is open Wednesday and Friday, 10:15-12:15. $8 per child, or […]
Portland Night Market
100 SE Alder Street, Portland, Oregon 97214We’re so excited to bring our community together in just a few weeks! Join us for a weekend of fun for epic eats, delicious drinks, interactive art, fun photo moments, live music and of course Portland’s best vendors! Free to All Ages
Music with Mr. Hoo & the Hooligans at Mississppi Pizza
Mississippi Pizza Pub 3552 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR, United StatesMr. Hoo is at Mississippi Pizza every 1st Friday & 3rd Friday! This Friday, he's joined by his band, The Hooligans, featuring his son Aidan on bass and friend Jeydon on drums. Get some yummy pizza, an adult beverage and watch the kids dance while Mr. Hoo & the Hooligans plays fun music for families. […]
Earthquake-Proof Spaghetti Buildings | Edificios de Espagueti en Terremoto
Cornelius Public Library 1370 N Adair St, Cornelius, O, United StatesAre you ready to test your creativity and engineering skills? Join us for an exciting program where you will construct a building using only spaghetti! Put your design to the ultimate test on our earthquake table and see how well it withstands the shake! This program is for youth 7-11 years old. Event held in […]