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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!
Oregon Renaissance Faire returns for four magical weekends this June in Canby!
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 – […]
Team up with friends and family to compete in a city-wide scavenger hunt! Your team will hunt for historic sites and accomplish tasks, uncovering Gresham's past in the process. This event is for all ages and abilities, and many tasks can be done from home. Prizes are in store for those with the most points, […]
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.
It’s no secret that splash pads are a family favorite for cooling down when the weather is hot. They're a safe, fun option for beating the heat with kids of all ages — head to one this weekend! We've made it easy for you to find splash pads by location with our interactive map and […]
Shop local at a Portland-area farmers market this weekend! Think fresh produce, local cheese, and maybe even a little chocolate or wine to round out your haul. Plus, many have kid-friendly activities like crafts. There's several to choose from — our post sorts them by day and location. Try a new one or visit a […]
Experience the celebration, where the miles are full of dad energy, the vibes are upbeat, and every finisher celebrates with a stack of fluffy pancakes at the finish line! There's also a Kids Fun Run for ages 1-12. Start Times: 8:45am - Kids Fun Run 9:00am - Half Marathon 9:45am - 10K 10:00am - 5K […]
Pollinators are essential to our ecosystems—and they need our help! This festival is your chance to learn, celebrate, and take action to protect these amazing creatures while having fun with your community. Learn from speakers, walking tours, and enjoy theses kid-specific events: Kids Markets: Kiddos can experience entrepreneurship! Sign up with Kids Markets today! Columbia Play […]
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 […]
Hop on your bikes as a family for a weekly bike ride! This is an all-ages/all-abilities ride from Southeast Portland to the PSU Farmers’ Market. This ride helps support local farmers, bakers, and makers of all kinds and builds community in a relaxed, informal setting. Rides are on every Saturday the market is open (year […]
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 […]
A free nature art morning where young children use leaves, textures, and simple materials to create art inspired by the natural world. Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
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
We are so excited for our Creative Kid Market 💫 This is a special event where kiddos get to show off what they’ve been working on, sell their creations, and bring community together. Truly one of my favorite kinds of magic. 📅Saturday 6/20 ⏰️10 AM to Noon 📍Grassy area behind Literacy Kid Lounge + Bookshop […]
Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s invites families to experience the excitement of fishing with FREE Kids' Fishing Events. The annual Gone Fishing event returns June 13-14 and June 20-21, offering families a free, easy and fun way to unplug and spend time together. Activities at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela’s locations include: FREE Catch-and-Release Fishing: Kids can catch their first […]
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, […]
Come together as a community for the Juneteenth Freedom Celebration at Esther Shore Park in Vancouver. Event highlights: Kid's Activities with the Columbia Play Project History of Juneteenth interactive display Photo Booth Live music performances and art vendors Information on pathways to education with college reps, financial aid info, youth mentors, and a celebration of […]
Go for scrumptious treats, massages, face-painting, locally made jewelry, candles, art, and more!
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, […]
Each week brings new adventures during the Summer Splash! Festival of Fun! Our event calendar is filled with exciting activities and special guests that spark creativity, curiosity, and wonder. Enjoy roller-skating parrots, circus performers, inspiring artists, border collie athletes, sand carvers, a 25-foot rock wall, and so much more! Editor’s note: This event is a […]
Head to French Prairie Gardens for Live Music, BBQ, Brews and activities for the whole family to enjoy! Featuring Tractor Wagon Rides, Super Mega Slide and over 15 different activities! Due to an early Strawberry Season and a late Father's Day they will not have U-pick Strawberries available during this festival. But, they'll have lots […]
Cornell Farm is celebrating the longest day of the year with their annual Summer Solstice Celebration! The event is all about supporting pollinators, raising funds for the Leach Botanical Garden, garden talks, crafts, games and more. Celebration Schedule All Day: Pollinator Plants Galore Explore hundreds of pollinator-friendly plants, from long-blooming perennials to Northwest Natives. 5% […]
Oregon Renaissance Faire returns for four magical weekends this June in Canby! Step into a world of knights, fairies, pirates, and performers with full-contact jousting, live entertainment, artisan vendors, delicious food, and interactive activities for all ages. Families can explore themed villages, meet colorful characters, shop handcrafted treasures, and enjoy a day of adventure in a […]
Check out Kernside's first ever neighborhood street fair! NE 28th between Burnside and Glisan will be closed for a whole day of midsummer fun and frolics, from live music, comedy and storytelling to art installations, a bouncy castle for kids, and 100+ booths of marvelous local artists and creators.
Portland entertainer and creative powerhouse David Rutiezer performs at “Saturday Mornin’s Music!,” Beaverton’s only concert series for children, sponsored by the Portland FolkMusic Society (PFS). David loves to make music for folks of all ages and walks of life. Playing piano and ukulele, David sings original compositions from his children's album, "The Kid In Me," […]
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!
Come and join us in welcoming PDX Critters to the Portland Aquarium. Learn about ethical wildlife conservation while gaining hands-on experience holding several super cool reptiles. PDX Critters are wildlife educators committed to starting conversations around ethical conservation, rescue, and captive bred animals. Fun for all ages! Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
Celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival (Duanwu Jie, 端午節) with hands-on family-friendly activities at Lan Su Chinese Garden! Drop in between 11:00 AM and 3:00 PM, June 19–21, to create and take home a five-color silk bracelet with adorable charms, a vibrant dragon boat woodblock-stamped postcard, and a large festival-inspired ornament. Rooted in centuries-old Dragon Boat Festival […]
