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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!
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Tom McCall Waterfront Park is iconic, but there are less crowded options, too!
60,000 eggs, 21 eggs hunts, and 2 full days of fun.
Eid al-Fitr, Persian New Year, and Local Native Cultural Traditions We have a lot of special things planned for Spring Break. In addition to all our normal exhibits, like our cartoon-making room and fort-making area, we have activities planned that open up opportunities to celebrate or learn about different cultures in our community with the […]
When PPS and many Portland-area schools are out for spring break, it also happens to be a wonderful time to explore nature at Hoyt Arboretum! Each day there will be an exploration station with an educator ready to share a new nature topic with you. Hands-on activities and fun facts will help youth connect with […]
Step into a world where nature-themed prints meet Portland Japanese Garden’s springtime vibrance in Enduring Impressions: Contemporary Woodblock Prints. Featuring the art of mokuhanga (木版画), Japanese-style woodblock printmaking, this exhibition reveals how a centuries-old tradition is experiencing a contemporary revival as artists around the world use the quiet power and unique characteristics of woodblock printmaking […]
Spread your wings and go wild this Spring Break at the Hands On Children’s Museum! Enjoy feathered fun with live animals, bird and bug science, and hands-on flying crafts. Live Animal Guests & Special Experiences: • Meet live raptors with The Falconer and visit friendly chickens from Animal Encounters Petting Zoo. • Get up close […]
This spring, let magnolias steal the spotlight. Wander through stunning floral displays, discover the flower’s lasting meaning in Chinese art and literature, and enjoy seasonal tours and hands-on activities for all ages. Highlights Free with admission • Magnolia Floral Showcase • Magnolia Walk in the Garden • Magnolia Coloring Activity • Floral Artist Meet & […]
The Lobby at The Writers' Block“Seeing the What”March 5 – May 23, 2026818 NW Flanders, Portland Formerly located at The Ellen Browning Building, The Lobby returns this spring with a three-month pop-up exhibition at The Writers' Block Art Gallery. Titled Seeing the What, the exhibition takes inspiration from Henry David Thoreau’s observation: “The real question […]
Keep boredom at bay during spring break at the Aloha Community Library! Drop in daily from 2-4 pm Monday, March 23rd through Friday, March 27th for self-guided, family-friendly games, crafts, or activities. We'll have something new to try each day, including board games, puzzles, coloring, and more!
Eid al-Fitr, Persian New Year, and Local Native Cultural Traditions We have a lot of special things planned for Spring Break. In addition to all our normal exhibits, like our cartoon-making room and fort-making area, we have activities planned that open up opportunities to celebrate or learn about different cultures in our community with the […]
Join us for a new storytime series: Last Saturday Storytime! Every last Saturday of the month we will gather for stories and play at the Literacy Kid Lounge + Bookshop. This is the perfect opportunity for families who cannot attend a regular playgroup but still want to enjoy a storytime together. At our March storytime, Ivy […]
Celebrate the first day of spring with storytime, creative art, and planting seeds to take home—let’s grow together! 🌷 First Day of Spring Celebration at Little Nestlings! 🌼 Celebrate the arrival of spring with storytime, creative art, and hands-on planting fun! 📖 Storytime: We'll read The Tiny Seed by Eric Carle, exploring growth, change, and the wonders of nature. […]
Enjoy an eggciting day at the farm! Visit Triskelee Farm for eggs hunts, pictures with the Easter Bunny, crafts, and bouncing around. The bunny will be making appearances from 10:30-1:30pm! You can add on a baby animal farm tour at 10 am or 1 pm to see the mama sheep and their little lambs! Weekends […]
Go to Helvetia Farm Market for a fun, family-friendly day featuring local makers and small businesses, delicious ham samples, hands-on kids’ Easter crafts, and food trucks serving up lunch. Bring your friends, bring the kids, and come celebrate Easter with good food, great vendors, and community.
Welcome to Open Saturday at Education Center on Pearson Field 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, […]
Enjoy a fun, free community Egg Hunt at Christ United Methodist Church on March 28! Bring your baskets and invite your neighbors for a morning of egg hunting, smiles, and springtime fun for kids and families in the Cedar Mill community. There will also be arts and crafts, prizes and snacks for the kiddos. Open […]
Step into a world where nature-themed prints meet Portland Japanese Garden’s springtime vibrance in Enduring Impressions: Contemporary Woodblock Prints. Featuring the art of mokuhanga (木版画), Japanese-style woodblock printmaking, this exhibition reveals how a centuries-old tradition is experiencing a contemporary revival as artists around the world use the quiet power and unique characteristics of woodblock printmaking […]
Spread your wings and go wild this Spring Break at the Hands On Children’s Museum! Enjoy feathered fun with live animals, bird and bug science, and hands-on flying crafts. Live Animal Guests & Special Experiences: • Meet live raptors with The Falconer and visit friendly chickens from Animal Encounters Petting Zoo. • Get up close […]
This spring, let magnolias steal the spotlight. Wander through stunning floral displays, discover the flower’s lasting meaning in Chinese art and literature, and enjoy seasonal tours and hands-on activities for all ages. Highlights Free with admission • Magnolia Floral Showcase • Magnolia Walk in the Garden • Magnolia Coloring Activity • Floral Artist Meet & […]
The Lobby at The Writers' Block“Seeing the What”March 5 – May 23, 2026818 NW Flanders, Portland Formerly located at The Ellen Browning Building, The Lobby returns this spring with a three-month pop-up exhibition at The Writers' Block Art Gallery. Titled Seeing the What, the exhibition takes inspiration from Henry David Thoreau’s observation: “The real question […]
Eid al-Fitr, Persian New Year, and Local Native Cultural Traditions We have a lot of special things planned for Spring Break. In addition to all our normal exhibits, like our cartoon-making room and fort-making area, we have activities planned that open up opportunities to celebrate or learn about different cultures in our community with the […]
Enjoy an eggciting day at the farm! Visit Triskelee Farm for eggs hunts, pictures with the Easter Bunny, crafts, and bouncing around. The bunny will be making appearances from 10:30-1:30pm! You can add on a baby animal farm tour at 10 am or 1 pm to see the mama sheep and their little lambs! Weekends […]
Step into a world where nature-themed prints meet Portland Japanese Garden’s springtime vibrance in Enduring Impressions: Contemporary Woodblock Prints. Featuring the art of mokuhanga (木版画), Japanese-style woodblock printmaking, this exhibition reveals how a centuries-old tradition is experiencing a contemporary revival as artists around the world use the quiet power and unique characteristics of woodblock printmaking […]
Spread your wings and go wild this Spring Break at the Hands On Children’s Museum! Enjoy feathered fun with live animals, bird and bug science, and hands-on flying crafts. Live Animal Guests & Special Experiences: • Meet live raptors with The Falconer and visit friendly chickens from Animal Encounters Petting Zoo. • Get up close […]
This spring, let magnolias steal the spotlight. Wander through stunning floral displays, discover the flower’s lasting meaning in Chinese art and literature, and enjoy seasonal tours and hands-on activities for all ages. Highlights Free with admission • Magnolia Floral Showcase • Magnolia Walk in the Garden • Magnolia Coloring Activity • Floral Artist Meet & […]
Join us once a month and explore your creative nature here at World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum with our friend at RAD Creative. From Forests in a Bottle to paper snails, seed shares, and fairy houses – tap into your creative side and make something memorable. This event is family-friendly, and crafts are geared toward kids who […]
Join us once a month and explore your creative *nature* here at World Forestry Center’s Discovery Museum with our friend at RAD Creative. From Forests in a Bottle to paper snails, seed shares, and fairy houses – tap into your creative side and make something memorable. This event is family-friendly, and crafts are geared toward […]
Family Fun Day – March: Papier-Mâché Egg Decorating Bring the whole crew—no babysitter needed! Enjoy a relaxed, family-friendly afternoon at the winery. Rain or shine, we’ll have engaging indoor and outdoor activities to keep everyone entertained. A Fun Day for Everyone March Craft Project:Kids will decorate pre-made papier-mâché eggs using paint and creative spring-inspired designs. […]
Hop on over to Goldfish Swim School West Linn on Sunday, March 29 from 2–4pm for splash-tastic Easter fun! Egg Hunt in the pool Open Swim (2–3:30pm, first-come, first-served) Snacks Crafts & dry-side activities (available until 4pm)To keep things safe and fun, egg hunts will take place in two time slots: 2:15–2:45pm (arrive by 2pm to check in) 3:00–3:30pm (arrive by […]
Join us in celebrating the extraordinary artistic talent of students in our region! Each year, Clackamas ESD presents diverse artwork from middle and high school students representing all 10 Clackamas County school districts in a juried art show and awards thousands of dollars in prizes at the art show awards ceremony. Editor’s note: This event […]
Eid al-Fitr, Persian New Year, and Local Native Cultural Traditions We have a lot of special things planned for Spring Break. In addition to all our normal exhibits, like our cartoon-making room and fort-making area, we have activities planned that open up opportunities to celebrate or learn about different cultures in our community with the […]
Step into a world where nature-themed prints meet Portland Japanese Garden’s springtime vibrance in Enduring Impressions: Contemporary Woodblock Prints. Featuring the art of mokuhanga (木版画), Japanese-style woodblock printmaking, this exhibition reveals how a centuries-old tradition is experiencing a contemporary revival as artists around the world use the quiet power and unique characteristics of woodblock printmaking […]
Spread your wings and go wild this Spring Break at the Hands On Children’s Museum! Enjoy feathered fun with live animals, bird and bug science, and hands-on flying crafts. Live Animal Guests & Special Experiences: • Meet live raptors with The Falconer and visit friendly chickens from Animal Encounters Petting Zoo. • Get up close […]
This spring, let magnolias steal the spotlight. Wander through stunning floral displays, discover the flower’s lasting meaning in Chinese art and literature, and enjoy seasonal tours and hands-on activities for all ages. Highlights Free with admission • Magnolia Floral Showcase • Magnolia Walk in the Garden • Magnolia Coloring Activity • Floral Artist Meet & […]
Join us in celebrating the extraordinary artistic talent of students in our region! Each year, Clackamas ESD presents diverse artwork from middle and high school students representing all 10 Clackamas County school districts in a juried art show and awards thousands of dollars in prizes at the art show awards ceremony. Editor’s note: This event […]
It’s cold outside, but campground reservation season starts early.
