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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 our market friend Rosie! This pink squishmallow hides out in a different vendor booth every day. Tell us where you found her at the Info […]
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 […]
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 thousands of ladybugs into our greenhouses. These tiny garden helpers are a natural way to support healthy plants and keep pests in check. You can […]
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 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 at the St. Johns Farmers Market and then check out some great local musicians while you picnic on the lawn. Don't forget to continue down […]
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, […]
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 be open with free recreation equipment rentals, activities, and programming for kids, families, teens, and adults. Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
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, and interactive activities for all ages. Families can explore themed villages, meet colorful characters, shop handcrafted treasures, and enjoy a day of adventure in a […]
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 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. This is a celebration event for the beginning of summer, and an event to learn more about the events we will have at the park […]
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 safe and welcoming environment. Event Highlights Include: • Fun & Games • Kid Zones • Bouncy Castle • Interactive Booths • Food • Market Vendors […]
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 entertainment 🛍 Sidewalk sales 🎪 Pop-up market vendors 🎉 Special events throughout the day This annual celebration brings together our amazing Foster-Powell and Mt Scott-Arleta […]
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 Teahouse) from 12-7 for this fun day of celebration. This is a free event for the whole family, all are welcome.
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 food and refreshments Live music and entertainment (see below) Opportunities to connect and celebrate with the community Entertainment Lineup Brought to you by Florian Raqueño Productions […]
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 storytelling, and rich cultural heritage of this incredible troupe. The performance will take place, followed by celebratory birthday treats, available while supplies last. Fun for […]
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, then explore the fun activities for all ages! Summer Reading at Tigard Public Library is supported in part by the Ready to Read Grant program administered […]
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 every Saturday and Sunday behind historic diesel locomotive BNSF 3613. Perfect for families, visitors, and train lovers of all ages, these scenic excursions offer […]
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 people-powered joy parade that anyone can join! Start: Llewellyn Elementary School End: The Shack at Sellwood Park End time is approximate. Photo credit: Samuel Hobbs.
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 & Friends Speaker Basic Rights Oregon Executive Director, Kyndall Mason Music Performed by DJ SM4SH PRIDE CELEBRATION – MOST FABULOUS CONTEST The Pride Celebration features the Most Fabulous Contest, […]
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 time at our Line Dancing Fundraiser, presented by @milwaukiedanceteam! Kick things off with an hour of beginner-friendly instruction, then hit the floor and dance the […]
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 event is for all ages and abilities, and many tasks can be done from home. Prizes are in store for those with the most points, […]
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 all ages — head to one this weekend! We've made it easy for you to find splash pads by location with our interactive map and […]
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 amazing lineup of vendors, live music, and food carts. Plus it's dog friendly! Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
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 grownups. Hosted at the wonderfully whimsical Wonderwood Springs — a magical immersive art experience and café created by Portland joy-maker and artist Mike Bennett — […]
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 bakers, discover new favorites, and connect over everything from crusty breads and flaky pastries to elaborate cakes, hand-rolled pretzels, and so much more. We're going […]
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, […]
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, and interactive activities for all ages. Families can explore themed villages, meet colorful characters, shop handcrafted treasures, and enjoy a day of adventure in a […]
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 on hand to guide beginners, while experienced players can jump right in and enjoy the challenge. While you play, enjoy live performances by Curbside Serendade, […]
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 & greets, and a flag-related make-and-take craft activity. Food trucks will be available for tasty bites. Free small American flags given to the first 500 guests. […]
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 them for a fun afternoon of crafting in your favorite superhero costume! In this Black Superheroes Craft Fair, they will have superhero button making and […]
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 every Saturday and Sunday behind historic diesel locomotive BNSF 3613. Perfect for families, visitors, and train lovers of all ages, these scenic excursions offer […]
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 symphony breaks the mold and sings of universal fraternity. It’s not just the shoulders we stand on: it’s the future we reach for. Repertoire: - […]
