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Looking for something fun to do with the kids? Our Kids Calendar is packed with family-friendly events happening all around Portland! Please confirm event details with the host— we do our best to keep things accurate, but event details can change!
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Our last story of the year will be The Very Hungry Caterpillar. The kids will get a chance to play a variety of different bugs and experience a story all about metamorphosis. Our kids will change into butterflies just in time for spring :) It is free fun to watch these 3-6yr olds sing, dance […]
There'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.
There'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 […]
TITANIC: 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 […]
Need a toy, household item, small appliance, clothing, etc. repaired? Head to a Repair PDX event and have it come back to life for free! They take place at various locations around the Portland metro area. Visit their calendar to find one near you! RPDX Repair Café @ Leaven Common House Saturday, April 11·12:00 – […]
Dive into this irresistible musical adventure, where an unexpected hero, and the power of friendship & community, save the day! It’s fun for the whole family! Showtimes vary between 2pm & 7pm. See the event hosts' website for details. Based on the series by Stephen Hillenburg Book by Kyle Jarrow Musical Production Conceived by Tina […]
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.
Love, disguise, and transformation take center stage in Shakespeare’s classic romantic comedy reimagined in the context of Queer joy. Join us in the Forest of Arden for a playful, poetic escape. Showtimes: Thursday, May 21, 7:30 PM (Preview - $15 tickets available) Friday, May 22, 7:30 PM (Opening night! Join us for a post-show reception […]
Family owned and operated peony grower selling fresh cut peony stems and plants. Clip your own bouquet or we will cut your selection for you. Come stroll our two acres of peonies and enjoy the view of farmland around us! If you prefer an order ready to go, give us a call. We have 47 […]
THPRD's splash pads are scheduled to open on May 22 for the 2026 summer season! With sunny skies and warmer temperatures in the forecast, it's the perfect time to cool off and enjoy some water fun! Where to splash: - Cedar Hills Park - Timberland Park - Reflections Plaza - Conestoga Recreation & Aquatic Center […]
Get ready, Portland – it’s time to run, walk, dance, and make a splash! The Bubble Run is heading back to town for another unforgettable day of foam-filled fun. This one-of-a-kind 5K combines fitness and festivity, sending participants through colorful bubble bogs and clouds of foam that guarantee smiles from start to finish. It’s non-competitive […]
Coyotes can survive and even thrive in many different kinds of environments – including in cities and our backyards. Coyote-palooza is a family- and pet-friendly event that will feature booths where you can learn about coyote identification and biology, participate in hands-on activities for adults and kids, and discover ways to keep pets and people […]
Bring your little ones for drop-in fun! Drop-in for crafts, sensory exploration, open-ended play, and so much fun! Best suited to kids ages 0-5, though all are welcome. Children must be accompanied by an adult. *Located in the basement of Immanuel Lutheran Church Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
Kids, families and friends learn the fun of fishing. At each event ODFW staff and volunteers will provide equipment, and teach new anglers how to rig their line, cast a rod, land a fish and identify their catch. This is a great opportunity for families to learn how to fish together and spend time in […]
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 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 […]
It’s Baby Animal Season at Frog Pond Farm in Wilsonville! Looking for things to do with kids near Portland or Salem this spring and summer? It’s all here at Frog Pond Farm. Come meet our animals, including camels, llamas, mini donkeys, goats, pigs, cows, and more. With 10+ acres of space to explore, this is […]
While World Bee Day was technically on May 20th, our bee theme will continue until June 1st. Come make bees with various art supplies, following our suggested method or your very own. We've recently updated the museum with many new enhancements to our imaginative play areas. The kids will have a lot of fun playing […]
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 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 […]
Enjoy 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
Join Friends of Tryon Creek in our Nature Classroom space. Open for parents and children visiting the park to come and experience nature-themed arts and crafts, and learn about animals, plants, fungi, and water. Kids can interact, learn together, and make new friends. Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
Pride at Multnomah County Library is a special time to celebrate our local LGBTQIA2S+ community. Join the library for fun family-friendly events, crafts, storytimes, and much more!
Join Gresham firefighters and police at Fire Station 72. Enjoy refreshments and activities for kids while learning about public safety work and the Fire and Police Levy.
Buzz on over for the Junior League of Portland’s 2nd Annual Party with the Pollinators Event on Saturday, May 30, 2026, from 10 a.m.–1 p.m.! This free, family-friendly (ages 4+) community event is all about celebrating bees, butterflies, and the tiny pollinators that help our gardens and food grow. Kids can enjoy hands-on activities, fun […]
Welcome 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, […]
Step into a world where nature-themed prints meet Portland Japanese Garden’s springtime vibrance in Enduring Impressions: Contemporary Woodblock Prints. Featuring the art of mokuhanga (木版画), Japanese-style woodblock printmaking, this exhibition reveals how a centuries-old tradition is experiencing a contemporary revival as artists around the world use the quiet power and unique characteristics of woodblock printmaking […]
Forest Hope Through Innovation is an interdisciplinary art-forest-science exhibition at World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum that explores how creativity, research, and community action can shape a sustainable future for the forests we rely on. Featuring work by more than twelve innovators, the exhibition highlights the aesthetics of emerging forest-based research—from technology and engineering to design and […]
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, 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, […]
Mark your calendar: Artists at NW Marine Art Works are opening their studio doors for a dynamic two-day event on Saturday and Sunday, May 30 and 31. Guests will watch artists at work, enjoy engaging demos, talk with makers and check out the spaces where some of Portland’s best art is created. This twice-yearly event, located in […]
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 Coffee & Books for a fun storytime. Hear some stories, make some friends, and leave with art. What an amazing way to spend a Saturday! […]
Join us every Saturday as Gerard "The Bard" Bardler (the bard of Wonderwood) reads stories and sings songs! Books are generously donated by our neighbors at Twin Rivers Books. Free for all ages!
Take an EV for a spin — and make a day of it! Join us for a free EV Ride & Drive at the Portland Community Resiliency Fair on May 30 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Test drive a variety of electric vehicles, compare models, and see what might fit your life. There’s plenty […]
Gateway Discovery Park, 10520 NE Halsey St, Portland, OR 97220. May 30, 2026, 11 am-3pm. Free, All Ages. Join us for the 14th annual Archaeology Roadshow in Portland on Saturday, May 30. Immerse yourself in the heritage of our region while engaging with over 30 pop-up exhibits and hands-on activities hosted by agencies, tribes, college […]
Creativity blossoms and kids’ imaginations grow at two free in-store events in May! Both events feature a garden-themed, take-home craft kids decorate with Magic Stix markers and the chance to get hands-on with nature-inspired finds in our Play & Discover area. Adults, check in when you arrive for your chance to win a $100 Lakeshore E-Gift Card! These are free, walk-in […]
