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Featured Events
Coraline’s Curious Cat Trail
Downtown PortlandEmbark on a magical journey through the heart of Downtown Portland with Coraline's Curious Cat Trail! Trail Ends October 13th Immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Coraline with this amazing Art Trail featuring 31 “Cats”. These beautiful Cat sculptures have become a canvas for local artists to design. We encourage you to see them […]
Family Papermaking Workshop
Nordic Northwest 8800 SW Oleson Rd., Portland, ORNordic countries are known for their beautiful paper crafts, including handmade paper. They’re also known for sustainability and recycling. In this workshop, you will do both, by learning how to make your own paper out of scraps! Using just scrap paper, water, a blender, and a paper mold, you’ll make your own unique creations to […]
MomCo (Mom Community) formerly MOPS
Portland Community Church 7100 SW Scholls Ferry Road, Beaverton, OR, United StatesLooking for place to connect to other moms in the same season of life as you? Come join us for fun, conversation, and community. We meet the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month. Childcare provided.
Portland TextileX Month
Various Locations Vancouver, WA, United StatesPortland TextileX Month returns this October for its seventh year with the theme of Origin Stories. This theme asks: What was the spark—real or imagined—that infused your project, body of work, business, or other creation with life and energy? Amid the collective challenges we now face, which stories, journeys, spaces, gatherings, teachings, and solutions are crucial to […]
Community Impact Week-Powered by Hands on Greater Portland & United Way of the Columbia-Willamette
Various Locations Vancouver, WA, United StatesIt's back! Now in our 3rd year, Community Impact Week will continue to highlight our strong commitment to our community partners by featuring volunteer opportunities throughout Clark, Clackamas, Multnomah and Washington counties. This event helps to highlight the Community Impact work of United Way of the Columbia-Willamette, which includes volunteer opportunities supporting early education, disaster […]
Davis Graveyard
Davis Graveyard 8703 SE 43rd Ave, Milwaukie, OR-Please note: Davis Graveyard is NOT a haunted house, it is viewed from the street only – When parking and viewing the display, please be respectful of the neighbors, trick-or-treaters, and the traffic on Johnson Creek Blvd. Viewing hours available every day during daylight Illumination: From dusk until 10 pm daily Extended hours on Friday […]
Portland Greek Festival
Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral 3131 NE Glisan St., Portland, ORJoin us at the 70th Annual Portland Greek Festival! After six decades, The Greek Festival has become one of the largest festivals of its kind, sharing our Greek Orthodox faith and rich culture with over 15,000 guests annually. The festival is an iconic event in the Portland Metropolitan area and has been designated as an […]
Pumpkin Patch and Corn Maze at Bella Organic Farm
Bella Organic Farm 16205 NW Gillihan Rd., Portland, OR, United StatesFree hayrides to Bella’s pumpkin patch, their 7-acre corn maze, farm animals, and all fall rides/activities are now open daily through October 31st. Fri/Sat nights the farm and Corn Maze is open until 10pm.. Happy fall! https://bellaorganicfarm.ticketleap.com/regular-corn-maze-ticket-septoct-2024/
Music with Mr. Hoo at Taborspace
taborspace 5441 SE Belmont St, Portland, OR, United StatesJoin Mr. Hoo every 1st and 3rd Friday as he plays live music for children of all ages. A mix of original and classic songs, egg shakers for the kids to participate, dancing, jumping, flying and lots of fun! $10-$20 per family recommended donation.
Music Exploration: A Mommy And Me Music Class For Kiddos 1 – 5!
Rose City Guitar Company 2724 E Burnside St, Portland, O, United StatesMusic Exploration is a Mommy & Me Music Class For Ages 1 - 5! Run by Teacher David, every week we learn about a different genre of music! Anywhere from Rock, to Jazz to TV Themes! We also learn about our ABC's, our 1,2,3's and have a whole lot of fun! These classes are 10am […]
Tiny Tumble and Play
Thunder Elite's Tumble and Learn Preschool 12900 Se HWY 212, Clackamas, OR, United StatesTiny Tumble and Play Hey there, parents! Looking for a way to keep your little ones entertained and active? Look no further! We've got an amazing event just for the "littles" who never seem to have enough fun! Bring your children aged 0-5 to our gym and let them have a blast with all sorts […]
Portland Regional Gem & Mineral Show (43rd Annual)
Wingspan Event and Conference Center at the Westside Commons 801 NE 34th Ave,, Hillsboro, OR, United States40+ dealers selling rocks, minerals, fossils, jewelry, beads, faceted gems, and lapidary.. Presentations on related topics for families with kids on Saturday.Morning Over 50 display exhibits of rocks, minerals, and fossils. Kids corner with games and prizes. Hourly Kids raffle to learn gold panning Interactive Fossil area. Door prizes, Raffle, and Silent Auctions. Interactive demonstrations […]
Indoor Play Park
Sellwood Community House 1436 SE Spokane St, Portland, OregonCome mingle with other families and let your children move and play in our beautiful vintage gymnasium! We have a variety of riding toys, games to play, and the Imagination Playground to build. They'll beg to come back for more! On Fridays, your little ones will love climbing, jumping, and exploring in our popular tumbling […]
Sensory Art Exploration and Play
REC Room in Hammer + Jacks 6406 SE FOSTER RD, PORTLAND, OR, United StatesThe confetti Crew at Hammer + Jacks is hosting a special drop in play! Geared towards toddlers and pre-schoolers, though all are welcome! Each week we will explore mixing art and sensory exploration with a variety of projects. Come play in our space with no stress about making a mess! Aprons provided, plus we recommend […]
Bookworm Baby Playgroup
Hammer + Jacks Toy Store 6406 SE Foster Rd., Portland, OR, United StatesWe kick things off with circle time, where stories come to life with movement and songs. We end circle time with bubbles, of course! Connect with other fantastic families and build lasting friendships in this Literacy Baby Playgroup! There is also a lot of crawling over each other and interactive play with toys and books.
Books + Bubble Storytime
Hammer + Jacks Toy Store 6406 SE Foster Rd., Portland, OR, United StatesJoin Literacy Lady PDX at a new AFTERNOON time for Books + Bubbles! Come hear some stories, listen to music while playing sticks & move and shake with friends! We will end with stickers and stamps and of course there will be bubbles. This story time is geared towards 0-6, but all ages are welcome!
Multnomah Village First Fridays
Multnomah VillageFirst Fridays in Multnomah Village celebrate and support the diversity of businesses and services located in the Multnomah Village Business District. Enjoy special savings, events and promotions at participating businesses throughout the day. Many stores and galleries stay open later then usual. Each month is unique! Shop local! Multnomah Village, SW 35th Ave, Portland, OR […]
Check out The Pirates of Pinehurst
Cul de sac on Pinehurst of the Woodhaven neighborhoodThe Pirates of Pinehurst are a group of neighbors in Sherwood, Oregon who reside on Pinehurst Court. They started the Pirates in 2020 and bring back the fun every October. Check out the show complete with animatronics, lights, fog, sound, and video and lasts about 10 minutes. Shows will being on October 3rd and run […]
CCHM Haunted History Walking Tours
Clark County Historical Museum 1511 Main Street, Vancouver, WA, United StatesAre you curious to hear tales of what haunts the buildings and streets of Downtown Vancouver? Interested in the strange and peculiar side of our local history? Then join us as we take an excursion through Clark County’s haunted history. Friday and Saturday evenings in September and October, guides from the Clark County Historical Museum […]
Bella Organic Haunted Corn Maze
Bella Organic Farm 16205 NW Gillihan Rd., Portland, OR, United StatesGet lost in acres of corn, in the dark, on Saturday, September 28th and every Friday and Saturday nights in October! Terrifying creatures stalk you as you make your way through our Haunted Corn Maze! There will be dark ghouls and goblins, zombies and you will be chased by crazed farmers with a chainsaw. Enter […]
Free Fall Friday Night Movies at Yesteryear Farms
Yesteryear Farms 26801 SW Stafford Rd., Wilsonville, ORThe movie will start at 8 pm. They are outside and uncovered. Please bring your own seating accommodations. No outside alcohol is allowed. September 6th: Monster House September 13th: Scooby Doo September 20th: Halloweentown September 27th: Ghost Busters October 4th: Hocus Pocus October 11th: Nightmare Before Christmas October 18th: Beetle Juice October 25th: The Adam's […]
Sweeney Todd The Demon Barber of Fleet Street
Portland Center StagePlease note: This classic Broadway show is recommended for children ages 12 and older due to its dark themes and mature content. After 15 years in exile on a trumped up conviction, Sweeney Todd returns to the grit and grime of Victorian London, bent on reclaiming his life and exacting bloody retribution. With the help of his […]
Sellwood Ghost Tours!
Sellwood Community House 1436 SE Spokane St, Portland, OregonDo you know which local tavern is haunted by a kitchen ghost? Have you heard rumors of unusual events at the site of the old Sellwood hospital? Learn about all this and more, as you stroll with a local guide through Sellwood's haunted history. Due to the nature of the stories you will hear, this walk […]
Powerland Halloween 2024 Saving Neverland – A Pirate Adventure
Powerland Heritage Park 3995 Brooklake Rd., Brooks, ORAre you looking for a fun family Halloween activity this October? Visit our museum for an experience of a lifetime. The 2024 theme is Saving Neverland, A Pirate Adventure. There will be many activities for your family to enjoy. Adventures will be running weekends in October, starting Saturday, Oct. 5th, through Sunday, October 27th Admission […]
THE ODDITIES & CURIOUSITIES EXPO
Oregon Convention Center 777 NE Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, PortlandFor lovers of the strange, unusual and bizarre… The Oddities and Curiosities Expo showcases hand-selected vendors, dealers, artists and small businesses from all over the country with all things weird. You’ll find items such as taxidermy, preserved specimens, original artwork, horror/Halloween-inspired pieces, antiques, handcrafted oddities, quack medical devices, creepy clothing, odd jewelry, animal skulls/bones, funeral […]
Visit a Pumpkin Patch or Corn Maze
Check out Bella Farms here. The corn maze is open daily August 31-October 31, 2024 and is free for all school staff in Oregon (teachers, admin, other support staff with school staff ID). For ticketing info for all others please see link above. And see other FREE pumpkin patches here!
Twilight Tours at Lone Fir Cemetery
Lone Fir Cemetery 649 SE 26th Ave, Portland, OrCelebrate Halloween at Metro’s historic Lone Fir Cemetery in Southeast Portland! Guided tours take guests throughout the cemetery and hear the stories of those who lived and died in Portland. Come for an informal history lesson while enjoying the beauty and tranquility of Lone Fir Pioneer Cemetery in SE Portland at Twilight. The tour highlights […]
Birdfest and Bluegrass
Ridgefield National Wildlife RefugeBirdFest & Bluegrass is a joint event planned in partnership between the City of Ridgefield and the Friends of the Ridgefield National Wildlife Refuge to celebrate the Refuge, the community, and everything nature has to offer. BirdFest & Bluegrass includes birding activities at the Refuge, vendors, kids crafts, Bluegrass performances, and a Pickers Festival. A […]
Plan a trip to Spirit of Halloweentown
275 STRAND ST, ST HELENS, OR 97051Please note: Tickets are not required to enjoy a trip to Spirit of Halloweentown Welcome to Spirit of Halloweentown, where the magic of Halloween comes to life in the heart of St. Helens, Oregon! Each year, our charming town transforms into a captivating Halloween wonderland, attracting visitors from near and far. What began as a […]
Davis Graveyard
Davis Graveyard 8703 SE 43rd Ave, Milwaukie, OR-Please note: Davis Graveyard is NOT a haunted house, it is viewed from the street only – When parking and viewing the display, please be respectful of the neighbors, trick-or-treaters, and the traffic on Johnson Creek Blvd. Viewing hours available every day during daylight Illumination: From dusk until 10 pm daily Extended hours on Friday […]