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We are proud to offer this popular community resource for things to do with kids in Portland. Always be sure to confirm information with the organizer for the most up-to-date information.
Featured Events
A Year with Frog & Toad
Join best friends Frog and Toad as they hop, sing, and dance through a year of adventure.
Verselandia! Youth Poetry Slam Championship
Portland's best youth poets compete for the title of Grand Slam Champion at the Verselandia Youth Poetry Slam Championshp.
Wildfire Preparedness Weekend
To help residents prepare for the Wildfire season, the Oregon Office of State Fire Marshal, in partnership with Portland Fire and Rescue, is hosting a free Wildfire Preparedness Weekend with World Forestry Center at the Discovery Museum.
Oregon Ag Fest
Over 25 hands-on activities for kids! Plant seedlings, dig for potatoes, ride ponies, watch chicks hatch and so much more!
OMSI Sci-Fi Film Festival
OMSIFor eight weeks this spring, OMSI’s 2024 Sci-Fi Film Festival will showcase over 40 of science fiction’s most memorable films on the Empirical Theater’s giant four-story screen. From genre classics such as 2001: A Space Odyssey to more recent favorites like Everything Everywhere All at Once, the festival’s offerings are sure to appeal to science fiction fans of all […]
HackYoung Olympiad 2024
Online Event N/A, PortlandJoin Codingal's exciting online HackYoung Olympiad 2024 for Grades 1 to 12. Showcase your coding and problem-solving skills. Whether you're new or experienced this competition is for you whether you're in elementary or high school. You can compete solo or in teams of up to three encouraging teamwork and skill improvement. The online format makes it accessible […]
Kid’s Yoga at Happy Baby Play
Happy Baby Play 3205 SW Cedar Hills Blvd., Beaverton, ORJoin Nicole for Kids Yoga, a delightful introduction to yoga for toddlers aged 2-4 years old! Experience the calming benefits of yoga while bonding with your little one. 📅 Date: April 10th ⏰ Time: 9:15-9:45am Cost: 🌟 Members: $15 💼 Non-members: $25 Space is limited, so reserve your spot now! One caregiver is welcome to […]
Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens hosts Lilac Days
Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens 115 South Pekin Road, Woodland, WAEach year in the spring, the Hulda Klager Lilac Gardens hosts Lilac Days to celebrate the beauty of lilacs in bloom. Visitors from around the world stroll through the gardens and buy their favorite lilacs. The gardens will be opening for spring for upcoming Lilac days April 20th to May 12th! Please check the calendar* for details. Event […]
Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival
Wooden Shoe Tulip FestivalIt’s the Portland-area’s favorite photo op! Rows and rows (and rows and rows) of tulips of every color line the fields. There are also lots of fun activities to keep the kids happy, including carnival rides, bouncy slides, and more. The event usually runs from the end of March through the end of April. Check the […]
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang Jr
Joyce Garver Theater 1500 NE Garfield St, Camas, WA, United StatesA classic musical presented with the energetic and lively cast from Liberty & Odyssey MS in Camas, WA! Join us as we revive a flying car and rescue kids from the Child Catcher. Your whole family will enjoy the comedy of the Baron & Baroness, be entranced by the Morris Dancers in “Me Ol’ Bamboo,” […]
Spring Baby Farm Animal Tours at Triskelee Farm
Triskelee Farms 29700 SW Mountain Rd., West Linn, OregonCome on out to see our mama sheep and their little lambs! We provide a fun, guided educational farm tour. Learn about what and why we farm! Tours will go in with many of our animals to pet and or feed them. We've got sheep, ostrich, goats, alpacas, and more! After the tour, we welcome […]
Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival
Wooden Shoe Tulip FestivalIt’s the Portland-area’s favorite photo op! Rows and rows (and rows and rows) of tulips of every color line the fields. There are also lots of fun activities to keep the kids happy, including carnival rides, bouncy slides, and more. The event usually runs from the end of March through the end of April. Check the […]
Independent Bookstore Day
Look for special deals, prizes, swag, and activities at your favorite independent bookshop. It's a great day to buy local, whether you go to Portland's largest (Powell's!) or smallest (Melville Books!) independent book seller.
Model train Open House
Columbia Gorge Model Railroad Club 2505 N. Vancouver Avenue, Portland, United StatesThe Columbia Gorge Model Railroad Club is excited to announce our first Spring Open House. If you missed our November event or just can’t get enough of model trains and our wonderful PNW layout now is your opportunity to see us again for on weekend only in April
A Year with Frog & Toad
The Judy Kafoury Center for Youth Arts 1000 SW Broadway, T-100, Portland, OR, United StatesWake up from hibernation with this delightful musical based on Arnold Lobel’s treasure characters. Join best friends Frog and Toad as they hop, sing, and dance through a year of adventure. As the seasons change from spring to fall, the cheerful Frog and the more timid Toad plant a garden, go swimming, fly kites, and […]
Oregon Ag Fest
Oregon State Fairgrounds 2330 17th St. NE, Salem, ORLast year over 23,000 people attended Ag Fest to touch, taste and experience the incredible world of Oregon agriculture, in a fun-filled, festive environment. Our two-day event, aimed to help families better understand where their food, fiber and flora come from, is a unique learning experience, where hands-on exhibits make learning about Oregon’s vast agricultural […]
Parent/Child Playtime
Thriving Wildflowers is hosting parent/child playtime Saturdays in April from 9:00 a.m. to noon. Stop in and enjoy our indoor and outdoor play space and special projects for adults and children to do together.
The Great Exchange with St. Johns Swap & Play
Red Sea Church 7535 North Chicago Avenue, Portland, OregonSave the Date! In honor of Earth Day, we're thrilled to host The Great Exchange (a free neighborhood swapping event)! Donate gently used household goods that you no longer need/use, and leave with new-to-you treasures!
Wildfire Preparedness Weekend
World Forestry CenterAs wildfire season approaches, Oregonians must take steps to protect their homes and communities. To help residents prepare, the Oregon Office of State Fire Marshal, in partnership with Portland Fire and Rescue, is hosting a free Wildfire Preparedness Weekend with World Forestry Center at the Discovery Museum on April 27 and 28 from 9:00 am to 4:00 pm. […]
Saturday Tree Time! Preschool Walks at Hoyt Arboretum
Hoyt Arboretum Meet at Stevens Pavilion, across from the Visitor’s Center (4000 SW Fairview Blvd)Get outside with your little one and 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, […]
Drop In Art! @ Awake Coffee & Art
Awake Coffee & Art 7325 Se Milwalkie Ave, Portland, ORWe are so excited to get crafty with you and your littles! Join us for the craft of the day, painting, beading and creating! Our shop focuses on all things colorful and bright, we have tasty drinks, vegan-gf-kid friendly food options and local merch! 8$ Special gets your little the craft and a yummy steamer […]
Baby Goat Tours at Triskelee Farm
Triskelee Farms 29700 SW Mountain Rd., West Linn, OregonWeekends starting April 13th through the 28th we'll have baby goat farm tours at 10 am & 1pm. Come get up close and personal with our mama goats & their little kids. Everyone but carried babies need a tour ticket. You'll also see our other awesome farm animals like ostrich, sheep, alpacas, and more! Book […]
Mike Bennet’s Wonderwood Mini-Golf
Wonderwood Springs 7410 N Chicago Ave, Portland, ORGet ready for an enchanting adventure at Mike Bennett’s Wonderwood Mini-Golf, a one-of-a-kind 9-hole indoor immersive experience! The whimsical course, located in St. Johns, promises a visual feast with over 750 hand-painted original characters and scenery. From the #6 vertical Plinko hole to #4’s swiss cheese challenge with multiple holes (only one of which is […]
Powell’s Kids’ Storytime
Powells City of Books OR, United StatesEnjoy this weekly storytime, often with author visits! Be sure to check Powell's website to check for cancellations before heading out.
The MusikLab 4/6 @ 10:40 am
The MusikryWhat 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. […]
STEM Playgroup: Building Blocks
Sunrise Books 4605 NE Fremont St. Suite 208, Portland, OR, United StatesSTEM playgroup is here!!! EVERY SATURDAY at 11am. This playgroup is designed for ages 3-100! We’ll have blocks to stimulate imagination and creativity, help hone fine motor skills, encourage problem solving skills and spatial reasoning and more! This playgroup is $7. We’ll have 6 different variations of blocks for all ages to enjoy! Be apart […]
St. Johns Spring Fling
Are you ready for The Spring Fling on April 27th? ☀️ 🌷 We'll be in the Plaza celebrating from 11 AM - 2 PM and we have so much fun in store for you, including: 🎁 A drawing for a gift basket of merch and gift cards from Boosters businesses 🎵 Live music by @portlandstandardtimeband 📸 […]
Dia de Los Niños
Centro Cultural 1110 N Adair St., Cornelius, ORCentro Cultural invites you to our annual Dia de Los Niños celebration on Saturday, April 27th, at our HQ campus in Cornelius. We invite your family to join us for a wonderful afternoon filled with entertainment, family activities, community resources, food vendors, and lots of fun! This year, we will focus on youth health and wellness! More updates […]
Portland Saturday Market
2 SW Naito Parkway, Portland, OR 97204 2 SW Naito Parkway, Portland, ORSaturdays and Sundays, March through December Come celebrate decades of supporting local artists, fostering connections, and embracing the spirit of Portland. Thank you for being a cherished part of our journey—here's to more decades of creativity, community, and countless memories! Nationally recognized as the largest continuously operating open-air arts and crafts market in the country, […]
Hood River Cider Fest
Hood River Event Site Portway Avenue, Hood River, ORJoin us for the 9th annual Hood River Hard-Pressed Cider Fest! Cider Fest gives seasoned and novice cider drinkers a chance to sample cider from Oregon and Washington’s finest cider makers. Nearly 30 cideries will be participating, with 60 ciders on tap. Grab a tasting glass, drink tokens, and find your new favorite! The daylong event also […]
Soulflags Art Festival
Pioneer Adult Community Center 615 5th St., Oregon City, ORPlease come by and support Soulflags Art Community Center on April 27, 12-3 PM. Celebrate Soulflags Art Community Center Anniversary with a party and fundraiser! Purchase of tickets include interactive art stations for all ages, hands on art displays, performers, chances to win amazing art creations by local artists and packages from local businesses in […]
Make Your Mark: Art Workshop @ Moxy PDX
Moxy Downtown Portland 585 Southwest 10th Avenue, Portland, OR, United StatesThis free all-ages event welcomes families to unleash their artistic talents! Participants will have the opportunity to collaborate on a special piece by The Tracy Piper, filling it with color, imagination, and love. All art supplies will be provided. This event is part of the "Party with a Purpose" series at the Moxy Portland, with […]
All American Magic Matinee
All American Magic Theater 9994 SE Washington Street, Portland, OR, United StatesIt's Portland's greatest magic show for all ages! Get ready for two hours of confounding illusions, exciting music and the hilarious comedy magic of world-class illusionist Mark Benthimer and master ventriloquist Scott Davis. Mark, whose credits include performances at the Portland Center for the Performing Arts, The Portland TrailBlazers, casinos nationwide, Cabo Wabo Cantina with […]
A Year with Frog & Toad
The Judy Kafoury Center for Youth Arts 1000 SW Broadway, T-100, Portland, OR, United StatesWake up from hibernation with this delightful musical based on Arnold Lobel’s treasure characters. Join best friends Frog and Toad as they hop, sing, and dance through a year of adventure. As the seasons change from spring to fall, the cheerful Frog and the more timid Toad plant a garden, go swimming, fly kites, and […]