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Kid's Calendar

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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St. Paul Rodeo and July 4 Parade

The St. Paul Rodeo is an annual tradition since 1935! Enjoy five days filled with color, action, excitement, and something for everyone, plus special events on July 4. The parade on July 4 is a fun and colorful community parade with entries from all over the North Willamette Valley. Come out early to stake out […]

$30 – $80

Pedalpalooza – Bike Summer

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 […]

Free

Cool Off at a Splash Pad

Cool off at a splash pad! We love this safe, fun option for beating the heat with kids of all ages. Click on the neighborhood links in our Splash Pads post to find splash pads by location. Go to a favorite, or try a new one for an adventurous outing! Be sure to check parks […]

Free

Farmers Market Fun

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 […]

Free to attend

Bounce, Play, and Feed the Animals of Frog Pond Farm

Frog Pond Farm 2995 SW Advance Rd, Wilsonville, OR, United States

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 […]

$12

Home Depot Kid Workshops

Home Depot

Free In-Store Kids Workshops! Each workshop has a different craft for kids to make: May 3: Birdy Buffet June 7: Baseball Game July 5: Toucan Mobile *Confirm specific workshop activity with your local Home Depot 9 a.m. the First Saturday of Every Month. While Supplies Last. Look up the Home Depot near you to find […]

Free

Open Saturday at Pearson Field Education Center

Pearson Field Education Center 201 A E Reserve St, Vacouver, WA, United States

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 […]

Free

Sasquatch: Ancestral Guardians

World Forestry Center's Discover Musuem 4033 SW Canyon Road World Forestry Center, Portland, O, United States

“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 […]

$8

Real History at Philip Foster Farm

Philip Foster Farm 22631-22725 SE Eagle Creek Rd, Eagle Creek, Oregon

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 […]

$5 – $20
Event Series Saturday Train Ride

Saturday Train Ride

Oregon Rail Heritage Center 2250 SE Water Avenue, Portland, OR

Nothing says summer like a sunny afternoon and a scenic train ride! Treat yourself to a 45-minute journey with scenic views along the Willamette River. Whether you're with family, friends, or just looking for a relaxing escape, this is the perfect way to enjoy the season. The best part? These are the lowest ticket prices […]

$12 – $50
Event Series Waterfront Blues Festival

Waterfront Blues Festival

Tom McCall Waterfront Park 98 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR, United States

The Waterfront Blues Festival is returning to Waterfront Park for two jam-packed days on July 4 & 5, 2025! There's a super fun area for families to gather at the festival - The Playin' Ground. It will feature music activities, art, face painting and more. Enjoy an awesome music lineup, delicious food and drinks, and, […]

$40 – $75

Tallulah’s Daddy at Mississippi Pizza

Mississippi Pizza Pub 3552 N Mississippi Ave, Portland, OR, United States

Join Tallulah's Daddy at Mississippi Pizza for musical fun! Tallulah's Daddy plays fun, energetic, interactive acoustic music for kids and families. Mississippi Pizza is Portland's premier venue for family music. Show starts at 5pm, $5-10 per person.

$5 – $10

“Sherlock Holmes and the Precarious Position”

Osterman Theatre (on the Clackamas Community College Campus) 19600 Molalla Ave, Oregon City, O, United States

When Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are approached by twin sisters who have fallen victim to a shady employment scheme, the detective duo quickly find themselves navigating a mysterious web of intrigue and danger. Four talented actors portray multiple roles in this uniquely hilarious comedy, promising a thrilling adventure that is perfect for both Holmes enthusiasts and newcomers alike. […]

$30 – $45

First Sunday OMSI $5 Days

OMSI

Explore the museum’s permanent exhibit halls and labs for just $5 per person on the first Sunday of each month. Tickets for Empirical Theater and Kendall Planetarium shows, tours of the USS Blueback Submarine as well as select special exhibitions can also be purchased for $5 per person on OMSI $5 Days. We anticipate higher […]

$5

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