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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!
Join Columbia Play Project for our free first Sunday Community Play Day!
Find big and small ways to celebrate the moms and mother-figures in your life!
Get some morning wiggles out at Oaks Park Roller Rink where kiddos can skate at their own pace during their special toddler skate time on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10 AM-11:30 AM. Enjoy skating fun, snack time, and a visit with Chipper the Squirrel. As part of this specialty session, Coach Amy teaches a 15-minute […]
Indoor Play Parks are officially back! 🎉 Cozy up in the Cedar Hills Recreation Center for a variety of fun games for children under the age of six! Enjoy our mini roller coaster, ride-on cars, pedal cars, mini-trampoline, mini basketball hoops, and other play toys! ***Before you go - check THPRD's website - activity calendar […]
Instructor supervised open play for all skill levels ages 24 months - 8 years old. One hour time includes warm up, event rotation areas, and play time. Ages 24 months - 8 years old. Co-Ed. A guardian must stay and be on the floor for any child under 3 years of age.
Older kids love to tumble too! This class is for tweens and teens who will enjoy increasing their strength, flexibility and fitness while learning new tricks–perfect for anyone who wants to level-up their tumbling skills for dance teams, cheer leading, or just for fun! Beginning through intermediate levels are welcome. Our studio is not appropriate […]
Indoor Play Parks are officially back! 🎉 Cozy up in the Conestoga Recreation Center! Families with children up to 6 years of age can gather to interact and develop motor and social skills during Indoor Play Park. Adult supervision is required; only youth drop-in fees apply. ***Before you go - check THPRD's website - activity calendar […]
Our cozy gymnastics studio transforms into a playful space filled with toddler-friendly equipment for open-ended fun. Littles are free to move, explore, and burn energy in a safe, indoor environment. Adult supervision required. $8, $6 for siblings. Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
Get some morning wiggles out at Oaks Park Roller Rink where kiddos can skate at their own pace during their special toddler skate time on Tuesdays and Wednesdays from 10 AM-11:30 AM. Enjoy skating fun, snack time, and a visit with Chipper the Squirrel. As part of this specialty session, Coach Amy teaches a 15-minute […]
Enjoy a fun-filled morning of connection and playtime at our engaging and safe indoor play gym! Active play gym for 1-5 year olds. Coffee + tea for grown ups. Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
Join longtime educators and lead instructors at Southwest Portland Martial Arts - Sifu Wally & Lara Jones in the padded play space of SWPMA PLAY! at 5315 SW Capitol Highway in Hillsdale Town Center, for ninjas ages 3 & 4. These are drop-in age-appropriate, play-based movement classes, where people take the time to connect with […]
Indoor Play Parks are officially back! 🎉 Cozy up in the Cedar Hills Recreation Center for a variety of fun games for children under the age of six! Enjoy our mini roller coaster, ride-on cars, pedal cars, mini-trampoline, mini basketball hoops, and other play toys! ***Before you go - check THPRD's website - activity calendar […]
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, […]
This class is designed for folks who are at least 4 weeks postpartum and uses yoga and rehabilitative exercises to regain core strength, relieve pelvic floor imbalances, ease neck and back tension. Class starts with a check-in that fosters community and helps the teacher tailor the session to the attendees. Babies are welcome to attend […]
Instructor supervised open play for all skill levels ages 24 months - 8 years old. One hour time includes warm up, event rotation areas, and play time. Ages 24 months - 8 years old. Co-Ed. A guardian must stay and be on the floor for any child under 3 years of age.
Indoor Play Parks are officially back! 🎉 Cozy up in the Conestoga Recreation Center! Families with children up to 6 years of age can gather to interact and develop motor and social skills during Indoor Play Park. Adult supervision is required; only youth drop-in fees apply. ***Before you go - check THPRD's website - activity calendar […]
Our cozy gymnastics studio transforms into a playful space filled with toddler-friendly equipment for open-ended fun. Littles are free to move, explore, and burn energy in a safe, indoor environment. Adult supervision required. $8, $6 for siblings. Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
Come make a splash at FSS at our Friday Baby/Toddler Open Swim located at our Beaverton location. Right now, swimmers can sign up for 45 minute time slots between 10:00-12:15pm and it is only $4/person. Our indoor pool is heated to 90 degrees and is salt water! This is a family oriented open swim, so […]
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, […]
Enjoy an early evening of skating at Lloyd Center Mall each weekend! Their Rock and Skate features a special DJ and a discounted price for skating.
Enjoy a free puppet show from Dragon Theater Puppets and Princesses every Friday at 6pm at PlayDate PDX! Note: if your kiddos beg to play on the play structure, admission for that is $10 on Fridays.
Join us for a community-wide fishing tourney! Brought to you by Get Hooked and Washington County Parks, this family-friendly event is an opportunity to fish together and win fun prizes. Judging will be based on fish length, and prizes will be awarded for youth and adults for the following species: trout, brown bullhead, bluegill, crappie, […]
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 […]
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
Join the Portland Bureau of Transportation (PBOT) for a fun, family-friendly bike ride exploring bikeways connecting two Southeast libraries. We will meet at the Woodstock library at 10 am and ride at 10:30 am. Spot some Bike to Books art along the way! Once we arrive at the Sellwood Library, stick around to fill out […]
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, […]
Explore the bountiful birds and wonderful wildflowers of Silver Falls State Park in this beloved annual tradition. Activities include guided birding and wildflower walks, a native plant sale, a wildflower show, live bird of prey presentations, and educational discovery tables. Most activities take place in the South Falls District, with some walks taking place in […]
The St. Johns Bizarre is a uniquely crafted FREE celebration that kicks off the summer street fair season in Portland. Held annually on the second Saturday in May, the Bizarre brings music, crafts, and food to the crowds who traditionally attended the St. Johns Parade — along with the crowds who also now come for the Bizarre itself. After […]
Enjoy an early evening of skating at Lloyd Center Mall each weekend! Their Rock and Skate features a special DJ and a discounted price for skating.
Celebrate the amazing women in your life with a joy-filled day at Oaks Park, where classic fun, big smiles, and unforgettable memories come together! Treat Mom to a day of laughter and together-time as your family enjoys thrilling rides, shared adventures, and those little moments that turn into lifelong memories. Moms ride free with their […]
Indoor Play Parks are officially back! 🎉 Cozy up in the Conestoga Recreation Center! Families with children up to 6 years of age can gather to interact and develop motor and social skills during Indoor Play Park. Adult supervision is required; only youth drop-in fees apply. ***Before you go - check THPRD's website - activity calendar […]
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, […]
Explore the bountiful birds and wonderful wildflowers of Silver Falls State Park in this beloved annual tradition. Activities include guided birding and wildflower walks, a native plant sale, a wildflower show, live bird of prey presentations, and educational discovery tables. Most activities take place in the South Falls District, with some walks taking place in […]
McMenamins is bringing gardens and community together to celebrate all things Earthy at this Eco Fair. You'll find over 20 plant and garden vendors spread out across the property – plus, get tickets for their informative garden tours. Bring your mom for brunch, wander the fair and find great gifts for Mom! Botanical Bingo * $10 […]
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 […]
