Activities, events and local spots to keep the whole family entertained!
Connect with businesses that serve families, discover Portland’s family-friendly neighborhoods, and get the latest info from our e-newsletter and monthly print magazine.
Explore child care, preschool and private school options. Plus after-school activities and enrichment programs to reinforce your child’s learning.
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!
Quintessential Portland activities, plus new ones to try!
Northwest Children’s Theater presents the timeless musical, The Wizard of Oz, just in time for the holidays!
Bike Summer (aka Pedalpalooza) is a festival of bikey fun! Most rides are free and all are open to the public to join. It's three whole months of fun on two wheels. Visit the host's website to find specific bike ride details - it changes often. Scroll past their calendar to see Family Friendly rides […]
Vancouver GoFest Celebration 2025 June 28–29, 2025 | 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM📍 Esther Short Park + Downtown Vancouver, WA 🎟️ Free Admission | 🌟 All Ages Welcome Watch Main Street come alive with Pokémon-themed fun! Vancouver GoFest Celebration returns for its third year—bigger, bolder, and more exciting than ever! This free, family-friendly festival transforms […]
Join us for our thrice weekly Pop-Up Nature Stations in the Visitor Center Courtyard. We’ll be sharing and discussing topics like pollinators, berries, bird nests, seeds, and more! Participants will receive Pop-Up Nature! Passports to collect stamps and to take notes about featured topics week after week. Collect 5 stamps and earn a prize! Thursdays-Saturdays […]
Rocky Butte Farmers Market runs every Saturday, May 24-October 25 in the Roseway neighborhood near Glenhaven Park at NE Siskiyou, between 79th and 81st. Community educator Caitlyn Whitcomb brings the magic of edible science and fun children's activities to the market's Kids Patch program each week. Early birds have the best chance of getting a […]
The roster for the 2025 St. Johns Farmers Market season includes more than 80 small businesses, including new and returning vendors spanning local farmers, artisan food, and handmade arts and crafts. New this year, SJFM is excited to partner with OSU Extension Service to bring hands-on nutrition education to the kids activity booth. The program, […]
Come meet the newest (and cutest!) members of the farm. With over 80 friendly animals and activities spanning 10+ acres, there’s always something new to discover at Frog Pond Farm. Bounce to your heart’s content in the covered Bounce Park, explore the playgrounds, feed the animals, catch a show, or just kick back and soak […]
Ethos Music Center is thrilled to introduce our Community Drop-in Sessions. We have something new for music lovers of all ages and genres. Including… Groovin Guppies Join our Program Director, Lauren, for some music, movement and stories. Bring your 0-5 yr old and get your groove on! (Schedule ahead for your whole preschool group; At […]
Join us every Saturday morning for children’s storytime! Whether an author is here to read their book or our staff is reading a favorite, we’ll feature stories that spread compassion, awareness, and positivity. Children will get a coloring page or sticker to take home too! The shop carries juice, snacks, and other items for kids, […]
Join us for a special children’s storytime with Angela Goldsmith, author of Curious Animals of the Pacific Northwest. Angela Goldsmith grew up among the forests, farms and cities of the Pacific Northwest. Her passion for natural systems has led her to become a certified permaculture teacher and Naturalist in Oregon. She applies these principles on her properties […]
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 […]
🍦 I Scream You Scream: Ice Cream Celebration! Saturday, June 28 | 10:00 – 11:00 AM 📍 Little Nestlings Early Learning Center | West Linn, OR 🎟 Free and open to all families! Cool off with a sweet start to your Saturday! Join us for a playful morning celebrating ice cream, creativity, and connection. 📖 Storytime: Should […]
It’s time for the 2025 Porch Concert Series! 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 at the St. Johns Farmers Market and then check out some great local musicians while you picnic […]
What do a salmon scale and a tree ring have in common? What critters live in our forest? Explore these questions and more at Columbia Springs’ Nature Days! Start at our Visitor Center for maps, information, and activities. Choose your own adventure around our forest and enjoy volunteer-led activities, games, and guided walks! 2025 Themes: […]
Join Washington County Master Gardeners for a Fun, Free, Family event at our Learning Garden at Jenkins Estate. Activities for all ages. Learn about pollinators and hummingbirds, carnivorous plants, composting, natives, and more!
Join us for a special, free event of cultural sharing with the Portland All Nations Canoe Family (PANCF). Come see their beautiful, hand-carved wooden canoes, hear stories passed down through generations, and learn about the rich traditions of Pacific Northwest Tribes. You’ll have the chance to participate in hands-on activities inspired by potlatch customs, and […]
🌟 Day of Play with Harper’s Playground – Saturday, June 28, 2025 🌟 Join us for a joyful Day of Play on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at the beautiful and inclusive playground: Chelsea Anderson Memorial Play Station in Vancouver, Washington! Hosted by Harper’s Playground, this free, family-friendly event is all about celebrating the power of […]
Welcome to Open Saturday at Pearson Field Education Center 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, a […]
Join us for our third annual community market featuring 30+ local artisans, makers, and creatives—plus a special Kid Artist Zone showcasing young talent! Come shop, connect with neighbors, and support local creativity. Free to attend | Family-friendly | All are welcome!
“We must walk lightly when we are between worlds with this sacred being.” – Phillip Cash Cash Indigenous peoples have long been in relationship with and shared stories about sacred forest protectors, often called Sasquatch and Bigfoot. The works in this exhibition are made by Indigenous artists and honor generations of spiritual practices, storytelling, and tradition. Leave your preconceived […]
Immerse Yourself in a 2-Day Midsummer Extravaganza at the Nordic Northwest Campus in SW Portland! Tickets grant access to both Friday evening and Saturday festivities. Bask in the warmth of the midnight sun as we commemorate the end of the cold winter months with the Oregon Midsummer Festival - a delightful fusion of friendship, food, and […]
Step into a magical fairy land at Lakewold Gardens, where wonder and whimsy wait around every corner. This enchanting annual community event takes place on Saturday, June 28 and Sunday, June 29. Discover charming fairy houses, enjoy hands-on activities, and explore a weekend full of delight for all ages. Come wander, play, and find a little […]
Enjoy vibrant music, captivating performances, thrilling jousts, and a bustling marketplace filled with master artisans and legendary food purveyors. Whether you’re here to explore history, dive into cosplay, or create magical memories with your family and friends, the Oregon Renaissance Faire promises an unforgettable experience in the enchanting pine forest setting of Canby, OR, now […]
Children from birth to age 6 (with a favorite adult) enjoy books highlighting LGBTQ+ families, along with songs, rhymes and movement activities building language, literacy, and community in an identity-supporting environment.
The Oregon Bird Man is back with an educational and fun show for all ages including exotic animals, reptiles, and of course, birds! 🦜🐍🦎 📅 Saturday, June 28th ⏰ 10:30 AM Show is included with farm admission, $12/person ages 2+. ❤️🦙 Join us for the show and stay to explore our farm! Bounce to your […]
Ethos Music Center is thrilled to introduce our Community Drop-in Sessions. We have something new for music lovers of all ages and genres. Including… Community Jam Session and Drum Circle: Experience this joyful and energetic group making music in a fun and welcoming space. Drums are provided or bring any instrument of your choice. All […]
Join us every Saturday as Gerard Bardler (the bard of Wonderwood) reads stories and sings songs! Books generously donated by our neighbor’s Twin Rivers Books. Family friend, family fun, FREE!
A new fairytale from Kettlehead Studios follows the story of a princess and her horse on a classical journey for freedom. $10 tickets for all attendees. Sat June 28 at 11am and 2pm Sun June 29 at 11am and 2pm (play space is open 30 min before and after shows)
Join us at Cedar Hills Recreation Center for a FREE family-friendly event to celebrate diversity and inclusivity! Bring a picnic lunch and hang out on the field with fun activities for all ages: Inflatables Giant yard games Crafts Dancing Goodie bags and more!
Real History! Real Fun! On the Philip Foster Farm! Come visit Philip Foster Farm on the Oregon Trail where you can come visit our local historians and get a guided tour of our grounds, historical buildings and homes. We have historical hands on activities for the kids and a 1850"s store where one can purchase […]
Head to Good in the Hood, a multicultural music and food festival at Llillis Albina Park! Cheer on Best in Flow competitors as they parade down MLK Boulevard, then head to the festival for crafts, face painting, puppet shows, putt putt golf, live music, community talent, free hair braiding and haircuts, bike giveaways, free helmets […]
Ethos Music Center is thrilled to introduce our Community Drop-in Sessions. We have something new for music lovers of all ages and genres. Including… Music & Mindfulness: Your whole family can enjoy the health benefits of mindfulness meditation while making music! A playful and relaxing class for people of all ages, backgrounds and abilities. Ethos […]
Our summer programs that will be happening most Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 11:30 am and 1:30 pm. Naturalist led programs on subjects such as cougars, owls, bats, and more! Spend your day in the forest exploring new forest related topics. A full program calander is available on our website linked here! For more updates […]
Suns out, and the flowers are blooming at My People’s Market. Join us June 28 and 29 at the Rose Quarter Commons for a flower-themed experience. Expect great music, art, food, and activities for all ages. Of course, shop over 150 local small businesses. Don't miss out on this unforgettable celebration of community and culture. […]
