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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!
These destination playgrounds will delight your kids and give you a breather!
Learn some simple, but tried and true massage techniques to massage your little ones, the Loving Touch® Method. Diana is offering some free baby massage classes to support parent baby wellness at the Loving Touch Classroom. She's a Master Instructor/Trainer and will teach you - through guided instruction how to perform a baby massage routine […]
OMSI's new feature exhibit, Monsters of the Abyss, opens on Saturday, October 4 and will be on view through February 16, 2026. Dive back in time to explore what lurked beneath the surface at the newest exhibit in Portland—Monsters of the Abyss: Aquatic Predators Past + Present. Meet massive mosasaurs, a spine-chilling Spinosaurus, and bizarre […]
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 […]
Kick off the new year with a city-wide treasure hunt! From Jan 5–30, we’re hiding handmade glass hearts by local artist Sweet Lomy Art all around Happy Valley and you could be one of the lucky adventurers to find one! Every Monday at 10am, a new clue will drop online, leading explorers to secret spots […]
OMSI’s 11th Annual Studio Ghibli Film Fest Opens January 16. The festival runs from January 16 to March 2 with screenings of 21 Studio Ghibli films, including such popular favorites as My Neighbor Totoro, Princess Mononoke, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Howl’s Moving Castle, and The Boy and the Heron. The festival launches with an opening celebration of the recent 4K restoration […]
WINTER SCAVENGER HUNT January 15 - February 15 Wander around Bridgeport Village to spot all 12 penguin stickers! Jot down the store where each penguin is hiding and check it off the list. Once you've found them all, return to the Security Office with your completed checklist for a small prize!* Checklists are available in […]
Hunt for hand-blown glass hearts scattered throughout Tualatin parks and trails the entire month of February. Keep the heart as a reminder of the love we have for our city or share the love by hiding it again for another person to discover. Snap a photo and tag us at #ShareTheLoveTualatin. Brought to you by your […]
Throughout February, the Portland Art Museum celebrates Black history, creativity, and cultural leadership through a dynamic series of films, performances, lectures, conversations, and community-centered programs, presented in partnership with local and national collaborators. Free admission for children 17 and under Free First Thursdays – Museum admission is free on the first Thursday of every month […]
Enjoy a day-trip (or a weekend trip) to Lincoln City for their special float drop days! Throughout the year extra glass floats are placed on Lincoln City beaches to find and keep. There will be over 3,000 floats on the beach throughout 2026. You and the kiddos have increased chances of finding glass floats during […]
From February 7-8th, Bank of America, Merrill and Bank of America Private Bank cardholders can receive FREE general admission to select Portland cultural attractions Saturday and Sunday. Bank of America believes the arts have a unique ability to connect people and communities, and help local economies thrive. Learn something new this month with a visit to a participating cultural institution, […]
Join us for the 11th annual Portland Winter Light Festival, now entering its second decade of illuminating art and creativity. This free and inclusive event will take place from February 6 - February 14, 2026, at various locations throughout the city. Event Highlights: Theme: “All The Little Things”: This year’s theme explores how the smallest […]
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 […]
Kick off the new year with a city-wide treasure hunt! From Jan 5–30, we’re hiding handmade glass hearts by local artist Sweet Lomy Art all around Happy Valley and you could be one of the lucky adventurers to find one! Every Monday at 10am, a new clue will drop online, leading explorers to secret spots […]
OMSI’s 11th Annual Studio Ghibli Film Fest Opens January 16. The festival runs from January 16 to March 2 with screenings of 21 Studio Ghibli films, including such popular favorites as My Neighbor Totoro, Princess Mononoke, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Howl’s Moving Castle, and The Boy and the Heron. The festival launches with an opening celebration of the recent 4K restoration […]
WINTER SCAVENGER HUNT January 15 - February 15 Wander around Bridgeport Village to spot all 12 penguin stickers! Jot down the store where each penguin is hiding and check it off the list. Once you've found them all, return to the Security Office with your completed checklist for a small prize!* Checklists are available in […]
Hunt for hand-blown glass hearts scattered throughout Tualatin parks and trails the entire month of February. Keep the heart as a reminder of the love we have for our city or share the love by hiding it again for another person to discover. Snap a photo and tag us at #ShareTheLoveTualatin. Brought to you by your […]
Find 10 hidden candy hearts in the Ledding Library for a prize, any time the library is open. Stop by the children's desk to get started. All ages.
Throughout February, the Portland Art Museum celebrates Black history, creativity, and cultural leadership through a dynamic series of films, performances, lectures, conversations, and community-centered programs, presented in partnership with local and national collaborators. Free admission for children 17 and under Free First Thursdays – Museum admission is free on the first Thursday of every month […]
Come join Moms in the same season of life as you! MomCo is designed to connect moms of children 0-grade school. We provide childcare and interactive programming for your children (ages o-5 years) while you share, laugh and learn with other moms just like you. Join us in a safe community that encourages and equips. […]
Indoor Play Parks are officially back! 🎉 Cozy up in the Conestoga Recreation Center! Families with children up to 6 years of age can gather to interact and develop motor and social skills during Indoor Play Park. Adult supervision is required; only youth drop-in fees apply. ***Before you go - check THPRD's website - activity calendar […]
Crafty Storytime - Come celebrate Black History Month and International Girls in Science Day with crafts and stories about astronaut Mae Jemison and the difference between inequality, equality, and equity. While you are here, enjoy everything the museum has to offer, including our green screen stage, cartoon-making room, and play structure. We also have many […]
What is a MusikLab? We provide the space and instruments and you do whatever moves you. MusikLabs are unstructured, all ages (we recommend 6 months - 9 years), and all abilities. Classes occur at: 9:50am; 10:40am; and 5:20pm! Visit our website for details. Registration is required for each participant 17 years and under. Up to […]
What is a MusikLab? We provide the space and instruments and you do whatever moves you. MusikLabs are unstructured, all ages (we recommend 6 months - 9 years), and all abilities. Visit our website for details. Registration is required for each participant 17 years and under. Up to 2 grownups are welcome per registered participant. […]
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 […]
Moss speaks in textures and time, revealing itself slowly to the attentive eye. During Moss Appreciation Week, Portland Japanese Garden joins Lewis & Clark College in honoring moss and inviting visitors to experience its quiet magic throughout the Garden. Visitors can enjoy a special display of moss at the Ellie M. Hill Bonsai Terrace with additional fun facts to […]
Let the littles run, roll, and explore in our old-school basketball gym! We transform the space with ride-on toys, balls, and toddler-friendly equipment for open-ended play. Perfect for burning energy rain or shine. Children must be accompanied by an adult. $8, $6 for siblings Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
Join us for a 30-minute Mandarin Music & Movement class specially designed for young learners. We will sing, move, play instruments, and tell stories. We welcome all levels of Mandarin fluency from absolute beginners to native Mandarin speakers. Recommended for children six and under accompanied by their caregivers. No registration is required. HEART STRINGS MANDARIN […]
Our program hosts weekly father-child interaction groups, monthly dads’ workshops, and monthly outings just for fathers and kids. We work to increase fathers’ confidence, competence, and help connect them with other dads and their community. All services provided for dads are provided by dads.
Join us for the 11th annual Portland Winter Light Festival, now entering its second decade of illuminating art and creativity. This free and inclusive event will take place from February 6 - February 14, 2026, at various locations throughout the city. Event Highlights: Theme: “All The Little Things”: This year’s theme explores how the smallest […]
OMSI's new feature exhibit, Monsters of the Abyss, opens on Saturday, October 4 and will be on view through February 16, 2026. Dive back in time to explore what lurked beneath the surface at the newest exhibit in Portland—Monsters of the Abyss: Aquatic Predators Past + Present. Meet massive mosasaurs, a spine-chilling Spinosaurus, and bizarre […]
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.
It’s cold outside, but campground reservation season starts early.
