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  • OMSI Sci-Fi Film Fest

    OMSI Sci-Fi Film Fest
    OMSI

    The Sci-Fi Film Fest is back! For five weeks this spring, the festival will showcase over 30 of science fiction’s most memorable films on the Empirical Theater’s giant four-story screen. […]

  • Peonies at Glencoe Farms

    Peonies at Glencoe Farms
    Peonies at Glencoe Farms 6325 NW Glencoe Rd, Hillsboro, OR

    Family owned and operated peony grower selling fresh cut peony stems and plants.  Clip your own bouquet or we will cut your selection for you.  Come stroll our two acres […]

    Free

  • Last Call Trivia

    Last Call Trivia
    Hillsboro Downtown Station 320 SE Baseline St, Hillsboro, O, United States

     Trivia Tuesday at Hillsboro Downtown Station! Test your knowledge and compete for Station Taphouse gift cards!  Prizes: 1st - $35, 2nd - $28, 3rd - $21. See you there! 

    Free

  • SpongeBob the Musical

    SpongeBob the Musical
    Portland Playhouse 602 NE Prescott St., Portland, OR

    Dive into this irresistible musical adventure, where an unexpected hero, and the power of friendship & community, save the day! It’s fun for the whole family! Showtimes vary between 2pm […]

    $5 – $60

  • Peonies at Glencoe Farms

    Peonies at Glencoe Farms
    Peonies at Glencoe Farms 6325 NW Glencoe Rd, Hillsboro, OR

    Family owned and operated peony grower selling fresh cut peony stems and plants.  Clip your own bouquet or we will cut your selection for you.  Come stroll our two acres […]

    Free

  • Pop Up Play

    Pop Up Play
    The Well Church 4340 N Lombard St, Porland, OR, United States

    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 […]

    Free

  • Bingo Night

    Bingo Night
    Hillsboro Downtown Station 320 SE Baseline St, Hillsboro, O, United States

    Get ready for a fun night of Bingo at Hillsboro Downtown Station! 🎉 Bingo is free to play and open to all ages! We’ll play 5 exciting rounds— the first […]

    Free

  • SpongeBob the Musical

    SpongeBob the Musical
    Portland Playhouse 602 NE Prescott St., Portland, OR

    Dive into this irresistible musical adventure, where an unexpected hero, and the power of friendship & community, save the day! It’s fun for the whole family! Showtimes vary between 2pm […]

    $5 – $60

  • Peonies at Glencoe Farms

    Peonies at Glencoe Farms
    Peonies at Glencoe Farms 6325 NW Glencoe Rd, Hillsboro, OR

    Family owned and operated peony grower selling fresh cut peony stems and plants.  Clip your own bouquet or we will cut your selection for you.  Come stroll our two acres […]

    Free

  • Free Parking Day at Metro Parks

    Free Parking Day at Metro Parks

    Get out and explore nature in 2026! Enjoy free parking at Oxbow and Blue Lake regional parks, Broughton Beach, M. James Gleason Memorial Boat Ramp and Chinook Landing Marine Park on 19 days in 2026. The dates for 2026 […]

    Free

  • PlayLab Open Play

    PlayLab Open Play

    Bring your little ones for drop-in fun! Drop-in for crafts, sensory exploration, open-ended play, and so much fun! Best suited to kids ages 0-5, though all are welcome. Children must […]

  • Visit Leach Botanical Garden

    Visit Leach Botanical Garden
    Leach Botanical Garden 6704 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR, Portland, United States

    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, […]

    Free – $8

  • Speed Puzzling Night

    Speed Puzzling Night
    Hillsboro Downtown Station 320 SE Baseline St, Hillsboro, O, United States

    Think you’re the fastest puzzler in town? 🧩 Join us for Speed Puzzling, hosted by @portlandpuzzle starting Thursday, October 23rd at 7PM at Hillsboro Downtown Station! Complete a 500-piece puzzle as fast […]

    $35

  • SpongeBob the Musical

    SpongeBob the Musical
    Portland Playhouse 602 NE Prescott St., Portland, OR

    Dive into this irresistible musical adventure, where an unexpected hero, and the power of friendship & community, save the day! It’s fun for the whole family! Showtimes vary between 2pm […]

    $5 – $60

  • Memorial Day Special at Hands On

    Memorial Day Special at Hands On
    Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United States

    Hands On Children’s Museum is saying “Thank you for your service” with 50% off admission for military families (with a valid military ID), May 22–25. Visit Memorial Day weekend for […]

  • Peonies at Glencoe Farms

    Peonies at Glencoe Farms
    Peonies at Glencoe Farms 6325 NW Glencoe Rd, Hillsboro, OR

    Family owned and operated peony grower selling fresh cut peony stems and plants.  Clip your own bouquet or we will cut your selection for you.  Come stroll our two acres […]

    Free

  • Baby/Toddler Open Swim

    Baby/Toddler Open Swim
    Farber Swim School 9470 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy., Beaverton, OR, United States

    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 […]

    $4

  • Visit Leach Botanical Garden

    Visit Leach Botanical Garden
    Leach Botanical Garden 6704 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR, Portland, United States

    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, […]

    Free – $8

  • CityFair at the Rose Festival

    CityFair at the Rose Festival
    Tom McCall Waterfront Park 98 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR, United States

    Make plans for CityFair at the Rose Festival, May 22 through June 7 on the waterfront. Enjoy fair foods, live entertainment, carnival rides, local crafters, and more. All this fun takes […]

    $12 – $25

  • Eat & Greet Community Celebration

    12202 E. Burnside St. 12202 E. Burnside St., Portland, Oregon

    This community celebration brings together housed and unhoused neighbors for a night of food, music, games, activities, and building community. The event is completely free and open to all ages. […]

    Free

  • CityFair Opening Night Fireworks

    Tom McCall Waterfront Park 98 SW Naito Pkwy, Portland, OR, United States

    Experience Magic Live, Portland! Enjoy live music, local vendors, delicious food & drink, as well as an amazing fireworks display! Set against the vibrant backdrop of the city at the […]

    Free – $15

  • SpongeBob the Musical

    SpongeBob the Musical
    Portland Playhouse 602 NE Prescott St., Portland, OR

    Dive into this irresistible musical adventure, where an unexpected hero, and the power of friendship & community, save the day! It’s fun for the whole family! Showtimes vary between 2pm […]

    $5 – $60

  • Memorial Day Special at Hands On

    Memorial Day Special at Hands On
    Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United States

    Hands On Children’s Museum is saying “Thank you for your service” with 50% off admission for military families (with a valid military ID), May 22–25. Visit Memorial Day weekend for […]

  • Peonies at Glencoe Farms

    Peonies at Glencoe Farms
    Peonies at Glencoe Farms 6325 NW Glencoe Rd, Hillsboro, OR

    Family owned and operated peony grower selling fresh cut peony stems and plants.  Clip your own bouquet or we will cut your selection for you.  Come stroll our two acres […]

    Free

  • Opening Weekend & Storytime at Hoffman Farms

    Hoffman Farms 22242 SW Scholls Ferry Rd., Beaverton, OR

    Enjoy a fun-filled morning on the farm with stories, fresh air, and all the excitement of opening weekend at Hoffman Farms. Between strawberry milkshakes, train rides, the playground, fresh baked […]

    Free to attend

  • PlayLab Open Play

    PlayLab Open Play

    Bring your little ones for drop-in fun! Drop-in for crafts, sensory exploration, open-ended play, and so much fun! Best suited to kids ages 0-5, though all are welcome. Children must […]

  • St. Johns Farmers Market

    St. Johns Farmers Market
    St. Johns Farmers Market N Central St. and N Charleston Ave., Portland, OR, United States

    The roster for the 2026 season includes more than 80 small businesses, including new and returning vendors spanning local farmers, artisan food, and handmade arts and crafts. Kids, look for […]

    Free

  • Wildflowers & Watersheds Festival

    Columbia Gorge Discovery Center and Museum

    Celebrate the beauty and importance of our region’s ecosystems at the Wildflowers & Watersheds Festival! Enjoy guided wildflower walks, relax with a rejuvenating yoga session, and connect with local organizations […]

    Free

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