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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!
Metropolitan Youth Symphony’s season finale featuring Beethoven’s Ninth!
Oregon Renaissance Faire returns for four magical weekends this June in Canby!
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 […]
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 […]
A free music and movement morning where young children can make a simple shaker, explore rhythm, and move with their families. Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
Head to the 3rd Annual Ladybug Release Bash and celebrate a favorite garden traditions! Bring the family for a morning of kid-friendly activities, hands-on fun, and the excitement of releasing […]
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 […]
Join us on the front lawn for free, live music on the porch of our building on the 2nd & 4th Saturdays of the month from May through September. Stop […]
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, […]
Celebrate the grand opening of The Shack’s second season with music, crafts, trolley rides, and community fun for all ages. Then come back all summer long, when The Shack will […]
Oregon Renaissance Faire returns for four magical weekends this June in Canby! Step into a world of knights, fairies, pirates, and performers with full-contact jousting, live entertainment, artisan vendors, delicious food, […]
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 […]
Enjoy live music from Pomegranate and the Gold Expereince while playing park games, drawing on the park with sidewalk chalk, and grabbing a bit to eat at the food truck. […]
Experience a full afternoon of family fun at Mt Hood Center’s Kids Day! This community event is designed to bring families together for connection, laughter, and memorable experiences in a […]
Mark your calendars, Portland! The Foster Summer Soirée returns on June 13th from 12–6 PM for an afternoon of community fun along Foster. Come enjoy: ✨ Fun activities 🎶 Live […]
Head to the 5th annual Pride Block Party on June 13th, hosted by Dandelion Teahouse & Apothecary! Located on 7th street between Main and Washington (right in front of Dandelion […]
Enjoy a vibrant community celebration honoring Juneteenth through culture, connection, and shared experiences. What to Expect A diverse mix of local vendors, including Black-owned businesses Local artisans and community organizations Delicious […]
Happy 50th birthday, Washington County Cooperative Library Services (WCCLS)! Experience the Rhythm of History! Join us for an afternoon of traditional Aztec dance. Immerse yourself in the vibrant colors, powerful […]
Let’s celebrate the start of Summer Reading and WCCLS’s 50th birthday! Join us for snacks, crafts and games. Pick out your prize book when you sign up for summer reading, […]
Climb aboard for a memorable rail adventure through the heart of Portland! The Oregon Rail Heritage Center’s popular weekend train rides return May 23 through October 11, 2026, with departures […]
The Everything Under the Sun Parade is an annual community procession that celebrates radical joy and reclaims the creative power of ordinary people to sculpt a just future. It’s a […]
Connect with community and enjoy music, activities, and more in celebration of Pride Month! The event will take place at Town Center Park and feature: Emcee Poison Waters Performance by Poison Waters […]
Grab your boots & scoot on over! This is a great opportunity to teach your little ones how to line dance! Join us THIS Saturday night for a toe-tappin’, boot-scootin’ good […]
Team up with friends and family to compete in a city-wide scavenger hunt! Your team will hunt for historic sites and accomplish tasks, uncovering Gresham's past in the process. This […]
It’s no secret that splash pads are a family favorite for cooling down when the weather is hot. They're a safe, fun option for beating the heat with kids of […]
Join us this season at the Tigard Farmers Market, Sundays May 3rd-October 25th 9am-1:30pm. Family friendly fun with the Market Sprouts kids booth, splash pad opening end of May, an […]
Start your Sunday with music, movement, coffee, and a little Portland magic! Join Portland kindie favorite Mr. Ben for an interactive singalong designed especially for babies, toddlers, preschoolers, and their […]
Score, A Baker Fair is returning to Zenger Farm for its second year! Celebrating Portland's independent bakers and the incredible things they make, Score is a chance to meet talented […]
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, […]
Oregon Renaissance Faire returns for four magical weekends this June in Canby! Step into a world of knights, fairies, pirates, and performers with full-contact jousting, live entertainment, artisan vendors, delicious food, […]
Join a lively game of chess and put your skills to the test. Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned player, there’s a spot for you. An instructor will be […]
Enjoy an afternoon of patriotic music, poetry readings by Christopher Luna, an educational display of the American flags that have flown over the Vancouver Barracks, living history character meet & […]
This Juneteenth Hillsdale Library is celebrating freedom and the fight for justice with a Black Superheroes Craft Fair! Black Superheroes make the world a better place for everyone, so join […]
Climb aboard for a memorable rail adventure through the heart of Portland! The Oregon Rail Heritage Center’s popular weekend train rides return May 23 through October 11, 2026, with departures […]
Metropolitan Youth Symphony is proud to present its season finale “Joy Manifest: Beethoven’s Ninth” on June 14, 7:30 PM at Arlene Schnitzer Concert Hall. From turmoil to triumph, Beethoven’s final […]
