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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!
Come learn more about the Emerson School at their annual Open House.
OMSI's new feature exhibit, Monsters of the Abyss, opens on Saturday, October 4 and will be on view through February 16, 2026. Dive back in time to explore what lurked beneath the surface at the newest exhibit in Portland—Monsters of the Abyss: Aquatic Predators Past + Present. Meet massive mosasaurs, a spine-chilling Spinosaurus, and bizarre […]
Kick off the new year with a city-wide treasure hunt! From Jan 5–30, we’re hiding handmade glass hearts by local artist Sweet Lomy Art all around Happy Valley and you could be one of the lucky adventurers to find one! Every Monday at 10am, a new clue will drop online, leading explorers to secret spots […]
OMSI’s 11th Annual Studio Ghibli Film Fest Opens January 16. The festival runs from January 16 to March 2 with screenings of 21 Studio Ghibli films, including such popular favorites as My Neighbor Totoro, Princess Mononoke, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Howl’s Moving Castle, and The Boy and the Heron. The festival launches with an opening celebration of the recent 4K restoration […]
WINTER SCAVENGER HUNT January 15 - February 15 Wander around Bridgeport Village to spot all 12 penguin stickers! Jot down the store where each penguin is hiding and check it off the list. Once you've found them all, return to the Security Office with your completed checklist for a small prize!* Checklists are available in […]
Enjoy a packed weekend of concerts, square dances, workshops, jamming, kids programming and much more at the Portland Old Time Music Gathering! This event brings some of the top performers in modern old time music to the Gathering stage in 2026, including Judy Hyman, Jeff Claus, Jake Blount, Clinton Davis and many others. Kids workshops, open […]
If you're into comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, or cosplay, check our Fan Expo! You'll feel out of this world – and right at home. The line up of family activities and events includes: Celebrity Q&A's Interactive Kid Zone Friendship bracelets Kids’ Cosplay Red Carpet and Contest Book Nook Giant versions of your favorite classic […]
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.
A night where Remix and Trail Blazers basketball come together for a true Rip City experience.
OMSI's new feature exhibit, Monsters of the Abyss, opens on Saturday, October 4 and will be on view through February 16, 2026. Dive back in time to explore what lurked beneath the surface at the newest exhibit in Portland—Monsters of the Abyss: Aquatic Predators Past + Present. Meet massive mosasaurs, a spine-chilling Spinosaurus, and bizarre […]
Kick off the new year with a city-wide treasure hunt! From Jan 5–30, we’re hiding handmade glass hearts by local artist Sweet Lomy Art all around Happy Valley and you could be one of the lucky adventurers to find one! Every Monday at 10am, a new clue will drop online, leading explorers to secret spots […]
OMSI’s 11th Annual Studio Ghibli Film Fest Opens January 16. The festival runs from January 16 to March 2 with screenings of 21 Studio Ghibli films, including such popular favorites as My Neighbor Totoro, Princess Mononoke, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Howl’s Moving Castle, and The Boy and the Heron. The festival launches with an opening celebration of the recent 4K restoration […]
WINTER SCAVENGER HUNT January 15 - February 15 Wander around Bridgeport Village to spot all 12 penguin stickers! Jot down the store where each penguin is hiding and check it off the list. Once you've found them all, return to the Security Office with your completed checklist for a small prize!* Checklists are available in […]
Considered by many the pinnacle of canine excellence, the Rose City Classic Dog Show is a family friendly premier event drawing top dogs from across the US to compete in the heart of Portland, Oregon every January. From breed specialties to thrilling all-breed shows, join us to celebrate the extraordinary bond between humans and their […]
Friends of Trees is hosting a Neighborhood Planting event in N/NE Portland for MLK Day: Let's plant trees together in Portland on the inner eastside! Of special note: this event is held out of our office! Dozens of large (6-10' tall) trees will be ready for planting in their new homes, and your help is […]
IMA Academy invites families to drop-in for this fun ballet class where we discover ballet moves while jumping and crawling through an obstacle course, pretending to be animals, and playing musical pizza. This parents/guardian drop-in ballet class is for young dancers ages 2-3.5, to learn ballet all while being silly, using imagination, and moving together. […]
Large numbers of migrating bald eagles come through the Columbia Gorge at this time of year and the Columbia Gorge Discovery Center & Museum is hosting a special FREE day full of amazing eagle and raptor programming! The US Forest Service and PERCH - a Raptor rehabilitation group is bringing live birds for demonstrations. Families […]
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 […]
Join longtime educator/state-certified teacher and movement arts instructor Lara Jones and Wally Jones in the padded play space of SWPMA PLAY! at 5315 SW Capitol Highway in Hillsdale Town Center, for a Saturday play session for littles ages 0-4. This monthly meetup involves pulling out a large collection of blue, foam play museum blocks...and working […]
FREE Family Event 📍 Little Nestlings Early Learning Center19200 Willamette Drive, West Linn, OR 97068📅 Saturday, January 17 | 10–11 AM Register here: https://www.facebook.com/share/17qAUKyfND/ Join us for The Magic of Snowflakes, a free, family-friendly winter event designed to bring a little seasonal wonder into your day! We’ll begin with a cozy story time, then invite […]
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
Get ready to waddle, slide, and chill at Arctic Adventures: Penguin Palooza, January 17 & 18! It’s the coolest winter celebration around! Explore a wonderland of icy adventures as you sock skate across our indoor rink, discover the magic of snowy science, and watch sparkling Dr. Science experiments. Grab your mittens and join our flurry […]
If you're into comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, gaming, or cosplay, check our Fan Expo! You'll feel out of this world – and right at home. The line up of family activities and events includes: Celebrity Q&A's Interactive Kid Zone Friendship bracelets Kids’ Cosplay Red Carpet and Contest Book Nook Giant versions of your favorite classic […]
Come see Grammy-nominated children’s storyteller and musician Robbi Hall Kumalo at “Saturday Mornin’s Music!,” Beaverton’s only concert series for children, sponsored by the Portland FolkMusic Society (PFS). Robbi combines song, dance, storytelling, and poetry for dynamic live performances with a focus on healing. Each month, a different children’s musician performs music and songs geared toward […]
Join us for a 30-minute Mandarin Music & Movement class specially designed for young learners. We will sing, move, play instruments, and tell stories. We welcome all levels of Mandarin fluency from absolute beginners to native Mandarin speakers. Recommended for children six and under accompanied by their caregivers. No registration is required. HEART STRINGS MANDARIN […]
Join us every Saturday as Gerard "The Bard" Bardler (the bard of Wonderwood) reads stories and sings songs! Books are generously donated by our neighbors at Twin Rivers Books. Free for all ages!
Enjoy a packed weekend of concerts, square dances, workshops, jamming, kids programming and much more at the Portland Old Time Music Gathering! This event brings some of the top performers in modern old time music to the Gathering stage in 2026, including Judy Hyman, Jeff Claus, Jake Blount, Clinton Davis and many others. Kids workshops, open […]
Every 1st and 3rd Saturday, children ages 1–6 and their favorite grown-ups are invited to a joyful morning of stories, songs, and crafts at the bookshop! They'll kick things off with a cheerful welcome song, read a couple of delightful picture books, and end with a sweet farewell tune. After story time, head to their […]
Join us as we celebrate our newest guide dog teams, K9 Buddy partnerships, Orientation & Mobility Immersion clients, and breeder dogs. This public ceremony also honors GDB puppy raisers, volunteers, donors, and staff for their dedication and support of our life-changing mission. Families with children make great puppy raisers — they're key for socializing and […]
Prepare for a laughter-filled, jaw-dropping experience with Stefano Iaboni! Witty humor and mind-blowing illusions take the stage to leave the audience in stitches. Guests become stars of the show with clever tricks and moments of pure hilarity. Every moment of this show will entertain and engage every audience age!
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.
OMSI's new feature exhibit, Monsters of the Abyss, opens on Saturday, October 4 and will be on view through February 16, 2026. Dive back in time to explore what lurked beneath the surface at the newest exhibit in Portland—Monsters of the Abyss: Aquatic Predators Past + Present. Meet massive mosasaurs, a spine-chilling Spinosaurus, and bizarre […]
Kick off the new year with a city-wide treasure hunt! From Jan 5–30, we’re hiding handmade glass hearts by local artist Sweet Lomy Art all around Happy Valley and you could be one of the lucky adventurers to find one! Every Monday at 10am, a new clue will drop online, leading explorers to secret spots […]
OMSI’s 11th Annual Studio Ghibli Film Fest Opens January 16. The festival runs from January 16 to March 2 with screenings of 21 Studio Ghibli films, including such popular favorites as My Neighbor Totoro, Princess Mononoke, Kiki’s Delivery Service, Howl’s Moving Castle, and The Boy and the Heron. The festival launches with an opening celebration of the recent 4K restoration […]
It’s cold outside, but campground reservation season starts early.
