free things to do in Portland Oregon

Spring Break Exploration Stations at Hoyt Arboretum

Hoyt Arboretum Meet at Stevens Pavilion, across from the Visitor’s Center (4000 SW Fairview Blvd)

When school is out for spring break, explore the fascinating natural world with the Nature Educators at Hoyt Arboretum! Each day the Hoyt Arboretum Visitor Center Classroom will be converted into Exploration Station focusing on a different nature topic. There will be hands-on activities, fun facts, sensory displays, and conversation to help youth connect with […]

☀️Spring Into Art: Open Studios at CHAP 🌼

Lloyd Center 2201 Lloyd Center, Portland, OR, United States

Spring Into Art: Open Studios  Join us for a weeklong celebration of spring as we open CHAP Art Studio to the community! Kids of all ages are invited to create anything they want from tables full of art supplies. From crafting whimsical flower crowns, to painting cheerful spring landscapes - the possibilities are endless!  Dates: […]

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St. Johns Spring Fling

St. Johns Plaza

The weather is warming and people will be swarming to celebrate the Spring Fling in the historic St. Johns neighborhood on April 27th! Art, activities and music from 11 AM to 2 PM in the St. Johns plaza, district-wide celebration with specials from local businesses all day. Pick up a drawing entry form to win […]

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One Day This Tree Will Fall Local Author Story Time with Leslie Barnard Booth at Hammer + Jacks

REC Room in Hammer + Jacks 6406 SE FOSTER RD, PORTLAND, OR, United States

Join us on Saturday, May 4, at 11 AM for a delightful story time with our fantastic local author, Leslie Barnard Booth, featuring her captivating book, One Day this Tree Will Fall. Dive into the enchanting world where a tree's wounds and decay bring new life to the forest ecosystem, perfect for fans of Because of […]

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Family Day at the Park

Oxbow Regional Park 3010 SE Oxbow Parkway, Gresham, OR, United States

Family Day Out at Oxbow Park with Camp Two Roads! Step into the enchanting outdoors and immerse yourself in a day filled with connection, exploration, and natural wonders! Hey parents and kiddos, looking for a fun day out? Join us at Oxbow Park! Come meet the Camp Two Roads crew, hang out, and get the […]

Storytime & Puppets in the Garden

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

Calling curious kids and nature lovers! Join author Leslie Barnard Booth for a reading of One Day This Tree Will Fall, her new STEM book about the long and adventure-filled life of a tree. After storytime, enjoy an interactive puppet show featuring tree-dwelling animals of the Pacific Northwest.

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