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June/July 2023 Digital Issue
In this issue our annual Big Summer Calendar has you covered. We have things to do for every single day of June, July and August. And we have the ultimate itinerary for a fun-filled Portland staycation.
20+ Free Things to Do in Portland This June
Summer officially arrives this month, along with the end of school. But how to enjoy this lovely month without breaking the bank? We’ve put together 30 ways below. Get ready to celebrate summer fun!
3-Month Daily Summer Fun Calendar
We’ve taken the stress out of figuring out the next three months with something fun for Every. Single. Day. of summer!
Treating Your Baby’s High Fever
This article explains the baby fever chart to help decide whether you should treat your little one’s fever at home and when you should call the pediatrician or local urgent care center.
Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio at Portland Art Museum
Portland Art Museum 1219 SW Park Ave, Portland, ORA father’s wish magically brings a wooden boy to life in Italy, giving him a chance to care for the child. However, the two of them have to struggle to find a place for themselves as Italy becomes embroiled in fascism. See website for showtimes.
Portland Rose Festival CityFair
Tom McCall Waterfront Park SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OregonEnjoy Entertainment, Food and Rides on the Waterfront! Rose Festival’s waterfront activities all take place at beautiful Governor Tom McCall Waterfront Park, in downtown Portland. At Rose Festival CityFair, you'll find your favorite fair features - carnival rides, fair foods, interactive exhibits, and constant entertainment - all nestled between the urban energy of the city …
Portland Rose Festival Fleet Week
Tom McCall Waterfront Park SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OregonSince 1907, visiting ships have made their way to Portland's waterfront. The City of Roses is known to be a favorite port of call for military (and non-military) visitors, as Portland's citizens thank them and make them feel welcome. The Portland Rose Festival is extremely fortunate to be one of a few U.S. Ports of …
Hopscotch Portland Opening Weekend
Hopscotch's second permanent location showcases 14 immersive installations created by a diverse mix of local, national and international artists. Our uniquely curated art, light and sound experience aims to elicit a sense of joy and wonder, where guests can explore beyond their day-to-day reality. Ages 4+ will love this experience! See a preview on Instagram. …
Oregon Renaissance Faire
Clackamas County Fairgrounds and Event CenterWe invite you to experience the Vale of Dunrose, Scotland at the Oregon Renaissance Faire — an imaginative and interactive adventure modeled after elements from the Renaissance era, led by the beloved Queen of Scots, Mary Stewart. Patrons can experience village folk celebrating a visit from their Queen and her royal court with the sights, …
Pride Glow in the Park, Pool Party, Family Pride and more with Tualatin Hills Parks & Rec
June is PRIDE Month, and THPRD is excited for the lineup of events happening this month. Join us as we come together to honor and support the LGBTQ+ community, creating a safe and welcoming space for all individuals to express themselves authentically. June 2: Pride Dance Party June 7: Glow in the Park June 10: Pride Pool Party June …
Kid-Friendly Pedalpalooza PDX Rides
When you look at the full calendar of events, you’ll see some events have “Family Friendly” tagged in green . These ride leaders have made an effort to consider kids in their event planning. There are signature events, like @oliveanddingo’s Clown Ride, but there are also rides listed nearly every single day that kids are …
Dragon Boat Race
Tom McCall Waterfront Park SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OregonThe Rose Festival is proud to host the Portland Rose Festival Dragon Boat Races, an event that has been bringing an exciting Chinese tradition to Portland for more than two decades, beginning in 1989. Held on the Willamette River near the Hawthorne Bridge, the races feature exciting four-team heats held every nine minutes. More than …
Rocky Butte Weekly Farmers Market Returns for 2023 Season
Rocky Butte Farmers Market 9200 NE Fremont Street, Portland, United StatesRocky Butte Farmers Market, an iconic urban neighborhood market featuring affordable locally grown foods and artisan products, as well as weekly children's activities, live entertainment, and a dog-friendly, energetic block party vibe is back for the 2023 Season! When: 9 am to 1 pm every Saturday, June 3-September 30. Where: The market is located in …
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Tualatin Riverkeepers Boat Rentals
Cook Park, TigardWe are so excited to announce that our weekend boat rentals begin on May 26th at Cook Park in Tigard and will be open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays! Our biweekly rentals out of Rood Bridge Park in Hillsboro will start the weekend of June 3rd and 4th and these will be on Saturdays and Sundays. …
Story Time Saturday @ The Craft Factory
The Craft Factory 4555 N Williams Ave, Portland, OR, United StatesStory Time with Literacy Lady PDX! There really is no better way to start your Saturday. We open for crafting at 9:00am and Miss Sarah comes by around 10:00am to start the soiree. She reads a few storybooks, sings a few songs, and there’s even a dance party with bubbles. It’s a very sweet experience! You …
Porch Concert Series
Cathedral Park Performing Arts Collective 7528 N Charleston Ave, Portland, OR, United StatesJoin us on the Porch for Cathedral Park Performing Arts Collective’s 3rd annual Porch Concert Series! Thanks to a generous grant from Portland Events & Film, we are able to continue this free, live music series. Come enjoy live music from 10:00am-12:30pm on the 2nd and 4th Saturdays of the month from May-September. We’re right …
Sally’s Night (A Space Themed Daytime Event)
Rice Museum of Rocks & MIneralsCome join us celebrate the anniversary of the first American woman to travel to space, Dr. Sally Ride! Prepare for liftoff at an afternoon sure to spark energy, passion, joy, and curiosity about space and science. We’ll have space crafts, meteorites, and much more.
Portland Saturday Market
Nationally recognized as the largest continuously operating open-air arts and crafts market in the country, PSM is proud to provide a marketplace for local small businesses creating handmade arts, crafts and foods from the Pacific Northwest.
Berries, Brews & BBQs at French Prairie Gardens
French Prairie Gardens 17673 French Prairie Rd., Saint Paul, OR, United StatesJoin us at our Berries, Brews, and BBQs brewfest for a delightful family adventure! Explore lush fields and pick the juiciest strawberries. Adults can indulge in Brew & Hard Cider Tasting while enjoying live music. Kids of all ages can have a blast with activities like Tractor Wagon Rides, Pig Barrel Train Rides, Rope Maze, Tube Slide, Jump Pad, Farm Ninja Course, Obstacle Course, Hamster Rollers, Hand Pump Duck Races, Pedal Karts, Giant Bubble Station, Farm Animals, and Tire Swings. And don't miss the exhilarating Double Lane Super Mega Ride N' Slide! It's a day of wholesome fun and excitement for everyone, creating lasting memories and endless smiles.
Saturday Tree Time Preschool Walks at Hoyt Arboretum
Hoyt Arboretum Meet at Stevens Pavilion, across from the Visitor’s Center (4000 SW Fairview Blvd)Tree Time! preschool walks are a safe and fun way to get outside with your little one. Come 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 …
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Victorian Craft Demonstrations
Barclay House 719 Center St, Oregon City, ORThe McLoughlin Memorial Association is very excited to once again be offering Victorian Craft Day Demonstrations! This year we will be doing things a little differently and will have TWO different activities on the second Saturday of the month! What can you expect from our craft days? Group A will be working on basic sewing …
Community PRIDE Outdoor Market
Taborspace YardCome enjoy the Community PRIDE Outdoor Market featuring 25 small businesses in the yard at Taborspace on Saturday, June 10th from Noon to 4pm. Celebrate PRIDE with many Queer-Owned Businesses and other small businesses from the community! Bring the whole family; come get your face painted, express yourself at the coloring table, make a rainbow beaded bracelet …
Kid’s Class – Fun Summer Cake Decorating
Bob's Red Mill Whole Grain Store 5000 SE International Way, Milwaukie, OR, United StatesDuring this class, we will provide step-by-step instructions to create a festive and fun summer themed cake to take home and enjoy with friends and family. Your child will receive an 8" round vanilla cake, choice of fruit for filling (if desired), icing, and all the sprinkles to decorate with. We will also be providing …
Kelli Welli Performing Live!
We've got a fun line-up going for JUNE! Hope you can join us for some fun music for kids and the people who love them. June 3 - @thedallespubliclibrary - FREE - 11am June 10 - @howardsheart Summer Kickoff Fundraiser - 1pm - @mrbenmusic plays too! Tickets at howardsheart.org June 12 - @taborspace - 10am - Donation - Summer Music Series every …
Pride Pool Party
Harman Swim Center 7300 SW Scholls Ferry Road, Beaverton, ORYou are invited to join us for a splashin' good time at our PRIDE pool party this June! Come to the Harman Swim Center to celebrate diversity and inclusivity in our community with this fun event. It's a pool party, so don't forget your swimsuits and towels! This event will be a great opportunity to have …
Howard’s Heart Summer Kickoff
Level Beer 5211 NE 148th Ave, Portland, OR, United StatesEnjoy a day of family fun in the sun at our fundraiser and silent auction. Learn about the needs of teens in foster care, how Howard's Heart helps, and how you can get involved. Our teens deserve the love and support of a strong, enthusiastic village. Come join us in making this village bigger and stronger. Together we can …
Pride Block Party in Vancouver
Join us June 10th on 7th street between Main and Washington (right in front of Dandelion) from 1-7 pm for this fun day of live performances by ISCRE, arts & crafts, face painting, tarot readings, a fashion show, and more! This is a free event for the whole family, all are welcome. Please consider donating …
The MusikLab 6/10 @2:00
The Musikry 43 NW 3rd Street, Gresham, OR, United StatesWhat is a MusikLab? We provide the space and instruments and you do whatever moves you. MusikLabs are unstructured, all ages, and all abilities. We encourage our active students to attend when they’ve missed a class, need a little extra practice, need some inspiration, or just because. Guests are always welcome to join too! What …
Portland Lesbian Choir presents DRAW THE CIRCLE WIDE
Parkrose High School Auditorium 12003 NE Shaver St, Portland, OR, United StatesWe sing to bear witness to the power of music to transform the world. We strive for musical excellence and providing both entertaining and thoughtful performances for our audience.
Portland Rose Festival CityFair
Tom McCall Waterfront Park SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OregonEnjoy Entertainment, Food and Rides on the Waterfront! Rose Festival’s waterfront activities all take place at beautiful Governor Tom McCall Waterfront Park, in downtown Portland. At Rose Festival CityFair, you'll find your favorite fair features - carnival rides, fair foods, interactive exhibits, and constant entertainment - all nestled between the urban energy of the city …
Portland Rose Festival Fleet Week
Tom McCall Waterfront Park SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OregonSince 1907, visiting ships have made their way to Portland's waterfront. The City of Roses is known to be a favorite port of call for military (and non-military) visitors, as Portland's citizens thank them and make them feel welcome. The Portland Rose Festival is extremely fortunate to be one of a few U.S. Ports of …
Hopscotch Portland Opening Weekend
Hopscotch's second permanent location showcases 14 immersive installations created by a diverse mix of local, national and international artists. Our uniquely curated art, light and sound experience aims to elicit a sense of joy and wonder, where guests can explore beyond their day-to-day reality. Ages 4+ will love this experience! See a preview on Instagram. …
Guillermo del Toro’s Pinocchio at Portland Art Museum
Portland Art Museum 1219 SW Park Ave, Portland, ORA father’s wish magically brings a wooden boy to life in Italy, giving him a chance to care for the child. However, the two of them have to struggle to find a place for themselves as Italy becomes embroiled in fascism. See website for showtimes.
Oregon Renaissance Faire
Clackamas County Fairgrounds and Event CenterWe invite you to experience the Vale of Dunrose, Scotland at the Oregon Renaissance Faire — an imaginative and interactive adventure modeled after elements from the Renaissance era, led by the beloved Queen of Scots, Mary Stewart. Patrons can experience village folk celebrating a visit from their Queen and her royal court with the sights, …