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Northwest Children's Theater's 2025-26 Season kicks off in September with Spotlight: A Family Arts Festival. This is the fifth installment of Spotlight at The Judy, and it has become a favorite event for families to discover new artists and introduce their youngest family members to the world of the performing arts. This fall's lineup of […]
The 29th Portland Polish Festival invites you, your family, and your friends to enjoy the food, dance, and music of Poland. All Ages – Free Admission Event Dates: Saturday, September 20, 2025: 11 AM – 10 PM Sunday, September 21, 2025: 12 PM – 6 PM Experience authentic Polish cuisine, live music and dance performances, […]
Step into a celebration of fall, fun, and German tradition at Portland’s beloved local Oktoberfest! For three days, Oaks Amusement Park will be filled with the sights, sounds, and flavors of the season. Oaks Park is proud to offer Kinderplatz, the most kid-friendly Oktoberfest in the Family Festhalle with special activities and entertainment, especially for […]
The Egyptian Festival at Saint Antonious Coptic Orthodox Church is happening on Saturday, September 20 from 12–6 PM 🎉. It’s going to be a fun, family-friendly day with Egyptian food, drinks, crafts, games, and church tours 🇪🇬✨!
Head to Hillsboro for OrencoFest! This free event features vendors and artisans from event partner Hillsboro Tuesday Night Market, a beer garden by Golden Valley Brewery, a kids activity corner and lots of live music! Love holding big beer steins? Enter the Masskrugstemmen beer stein holding contest! Free admission (Beer stein holding contest is $22).
Join us for Oktoberfest on Saturday 9/20 at our Broadway pub! We’ll have limited edition steins, s from Bowery Bagels, and fresh Fall beers flowing, of course. Costumes are encouraged! FREE • ALL AGES • FAMILY-FRIENDLY
Beer, Brats, and Bands. Join the B.P.O.E. Elks of Vancouver for the 5th Annual Elktoberfest! Traditional German fare and merry-making in our BIG backyard. Kids’ Carnival Games, music, food, beverages, along with a Vendor Marketplace. The event is a charity event/membership drive open to the public.
A celebration of food, those who make it, and those who enjoy it. Come ready to snack on all your favorite eats, treats, meats, sweets and so much more. SnackFest is a food-focused festival featuring all your favorite treats from hot food vendors, food trucks, food purveyors, retail, and other F&B related products. You'll experience […]
Come on over to Tryon Life Community Farm in SW Portland to celebrate the wonderful, versatile apple (and lots of other fresh fruit). This year's Apple Fest will feature cider pressing, apple tasting and fruit sales, and hard apple cider tasting and sales, along with face painting, old time music, apple desserts, games, and more! […]
Celebrate the season of Dahlias! Stroll through almost 50 acres of breathtaking fields and a beautiful display garden of stunning dahlias featuring over 375 varieties. Treat yourself to a rainbow of colors by taking photos, shopping in our gift shop, and purchasing fresh-cut dahlias to take home. Select and order your favorite dahlias for spring […]
Held on the beach at the D River State Recreation Site, the annual Fall Kite Festival is a longstanding family vacation tradition. Experience two days of kite-flying activities and let your heart soar! Enjoy exciting kite demonstrations by experts, kite-making, and of course the colorful, giant kites floating above the beach! The Fall Kite Festival […]
Embark on a 3-day fantasy adventure like no other! From knights and elves to goblins and time travelers—all realms are welcome at this immersive experience on 50 acres of magical woodland at Lewis River Golf Course in Woodland, Washington. 🛡️ Live entertainment 🎭 Cosplay from every corner of the multiverse 🎪 Artisan vendors & food […]
Northwest Children's Theater's 2025-26 Season kicks off in September with Spotlight: A Family Arts Festival. This is the fifth installment of Spotlight at The Judy, and it has become a favorite event for families to discover new artists and introduce their youngest family members to the world of the performing arts. This fall's lineup of […]
Step into a celebration of fall, fun, and German tradition at Portland’s beloved local Oktoberfest! For three days, Oaks Amusement Park will be filled with the sights, sounds, and flavors of the season. Oaks Park is proud to offer Kinderplatz, the most kid-friendly Oktoberfest in the Family Festhalle with special activities and entertainment, especially for […]
The 29th Portland Polish Festival invites you, your family, and your friends to enjoy the food, dance, and music of Poland. All Ages – Free Admission Event Dates: Saturday, September 20, 2025: 11 AM – 10 PM Sunday, September 21, 2025: 12 PM – 6 PM Experience authentic Polish cuisine, live music and dance performances, […]
Oktoberfest means celebration and beer - Edgefield McMenamins is serving up tasty German-style specials, plenty of beer and live music as a backdrop to it all at this family-friendly event. Property-wide food & drink specials Plant Sale * 11am-5pm by the greenhouse * Estate produce, plants, seeds & gifts from the garden Oktoberfest Golf Tourney * 11am […]
Celebrate the season of Dahlias! Stroll through almost 50 acres of breathtaking fields and a beautiful display garden of stunning dahlias featuring over 375 varieties. Treat yourself to a rainbow of colors by taking photos, shopping in our gift shop, and purchasing fresh-cut dahlias to take home. Select and order your favorite dahlias for spring […]
Celebrate the season of Dahlias! Stroll through almost 50 acres of breathtaking fields and a beautiful display garden of stunning dahlias featuring over 375 varieties. Treat yourself to a rainbow of colors by taking photos, shopping in our gift shop, and purchasing fresh-cut dahlias to take home. Select and order your favorite dahlias for spring […]
The 33rd annual Portland Juggling Festival returns on September 26–28 at Reed College’s Aubrey Watzek Sports Center. A full weekend of gravity-defying festivity features workshops for all levels in juggling, circus arts, and flow arts, along with games, open gym time, and the kindness of those who love to teach juggling. The Portland Juggling Festival […]
Celebrate the season of Dahlias! Stroll through almost 50 acres of breathtaking fields and a beautiful display garden of stunning dahlias featuring over 375 varieties. Treat yourself to a rainbow of colors by taking photos, shopping in our gift shop, and purchasing fresh-cut dahlias to take home. Select and order your favorite dahlias for spring […]
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn traditions of China, Vietnam, and Japan with a festive day of cultural activities, family fun, and hands-on experiences at Lan Su Chinese Garden! Activities & Experiences: - Mid-Autumn Storytime: Award-winning children’s author Dane Liu shares stories and leads a hands-on craft activity. - Bunnies Meet & Greet: Say hello to rescued rabbits […]
The 33rd annual Portland Juggling Festival returns on September 26–28 at Reed College’s Aubrey Watzek Sports Center. A full weekend of gravity-defying festivity features workshops for all levels in juggling, circus arts, and flow arts, along with games, open gym time, and the kindness of those who love to teach juggling. The Portland Juggling Festival […]
Celebrate the season of Dahlias! Stroll through almost 50 acres of breathtaking fields and a beautiful display garden of stunning dahlias featuring over 375 varieties. Treat yourself to a rainbow of colors by taking photos, shopping in our gift shop, and purchasing fresh-cut dahlias to take home. Select and order your favorite dahlias for spring […]
As the leaves change and the air turns crisp, head to Cook Park in Tigard for a fun-filled morning at our Fall Festival! Enjoy family activities, tasty treats, exciting games, and creative crafts. Details about the Event: Location: Cook Park, Shelter 3 (end of park by the boat launch). Registration Encouraged| Free! | Drop in anytime between […]
Join us as we celebrate Michaelmas and enjoy a performance of St. George the Dragon! Food, crafts, games, blacksmithing demonstration, puppet show, and more. Free and open to the public. Renaissance / medieval costumes encouraged! Hosted next to the playground at Columbia Park in North Portland. Learn more and RSVP here. Dragon Fest is a […]
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn traditions of China, Vietnam, and Japan with a festive day of cultural activities, family fun, and hands-on experiences at Lan Su Chinese Garden! Activities & Experiences: - Mid-Autumn Storytime: Award-winning children’s author Dane Liu shares stories and leads a hands-on craft activity. - Bunnies Meet & Greet: Say hello to rescued rabbits […]
🌟 Portland Weird Fest – Sept 27 at Oaks Park! 🌟 Looking for something unforgettable to do with the family? Mark your calendars for Portland Weird Fest, happening Saturday, September 27th from 10:30 AM – 4:00 PM at the historic Oaks Park! Presented by Weird Portland United, this one-of-a-kind festival is a joyful celebration of […]
Enjoy the changing of the season with the Fall Fling in the historic St. Johns neighborhood. Art, activities and music from 1 PM to 4 PM in the St. Johns plaza, district-wide celebration with specials from local businesses all day! Live music, baby goats, fall-themed activities and more! Pick up a drawing entry form to […]
The 33rd annual Portland Juggling Festival returns on September 26–28 at Reed College’s Aubrey Watzek Sports Center. A full weekend of gravity-defying festivity features workshops for all levels in juggling, circus arts, and flow arts, along with games, open gym time, and the kindness of those who love to teach juggling. The Portland Juggling Festival […]
Opening day for Liepold Farm's annual fall festival from is Sunday, September 28! The festival goes until October 31! Enjoy a full day of fun daily from 9 AM to 5 PM* Explore a 6-acre corn maze, take a hayride, pick pumpkins, and savor fall treats like caramel apples and fresh donuts. This year’s theme, […]
Celebrate the season of Dahlias! Stroll through almost 50 acres of breathtaking fields and a beautiful display garden of stunning dahlias featuring over 375 varieties. Treat yourself to a rainbow of colors by taking photos, shopping in our gift shop, and purchasing fresh-cut dahlias to take home. Select and order your favorite dahlias for spring […]
Celebrate the Mid-Autumn traditions of China, Vietnam, and Japan with a festive day of cultural activities, family fun, and hands-on experiences at Lan Su Chinese Garden! Activities & Experiences: - Mid-Autumn Storytime: Award-winning children’s author Dane Liu shares stories and leads a hands-on craft activity. - Bunnies Meet & Greet: Say hello to rescued rabbits […]
Oktoberfest in Downtown Forest Grove Oregon is a family friendly event taking place on the streets of 21st Ave and Main. Food, drink, carnival games, bounce house, music, entertainment and more! Dust off your dirndl and lay out your lederhosen for this epic annual event! Free admission and family-friendly!