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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!
These destination playgrounds will delight your kids and give you a breather!
From free events to the iconic celebration at Lan Su, there are plenty of ways to celebrate the year of the Fire Horse.
The Easter Bunny is back at Washington Square starting on March 6th! Visit the Bunny in the Summit Court! You may visit the Easter Bunny for free, but to take photos with the Easter Bunny you must pay for a Photo Package. You can also Hop into the fun at our KIDZ BOP Bunny Dance […]
There's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Washington County Libraries! These range from: Preschool Storytimes, Family Storytimes, Toddler Times, Book Babies, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Washington County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on holidays.
There's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Multnomah County Libraries! These include: Tiny Tots, Family Storytime, Book Babies, Black Family Storytime, Pajama Storytime, Native Family Storytime, Toddler Storytime, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Multnomah County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on […]
Head to a Home Depot near you at 9 a.m. on the first Saturday of every month for free kids workshops! While supplies last. Each month is a different activity. Upcoming events: January 3: Tow Truck February 7: Penguin Mailbox (Registration Opens January 7) March 7: Leprechaun Trap (Registration Opens February 6) Find more details […]
FLIP is celebrating Holi this week with a twist on the classic vinegar and baking soda volcano experiment. Make colors explode and learn about the Hindu festival of colors. While you're here, you can also enjoy the rest of the museum, including our green screen stage and cartoon-making room. FLIP is great for families with […]
Welcome to Open Saturday at Education Center on Pearson Field in Vancouver, WA! Join us on Saturdays from 10am-3pm for a day of STEAM education through aviation. Our center is perfect for youth of all ages to experience hands-on learning and exploration. Explore our flight simulator lab featuring Kerbal Space Program and Microsoft Flight Simulator, […]
Enjoy Storytime at the JSMA at PSU! Led by Portland-based artist Latoya Lovely, she will read stories that connect with the themes of Mapping Familiar Territories, Charting New Paths. This program will also include songs with movement to get kids out of their seats. Storytime is geared towards pre-K through early elementary students. Children must be […]
Oh the fun you will have at the library! Celebrate Dr, Seuss with a special family storytime on his birthday. Librarians will read one of Dr. Seuss’s beloved books and then dive into exciting, Seuss-inspired games and activities. Saturday, March 7, 202612:00 PMSandy Public Library
Make music with us for FREE at our Open Houses! Sample group classes, test drive instruments, meet instructors, buy used gear, and more. Come learn first hand what makes Youth Music Project rock, and once you’ve found your sound get registered. Saturday, March 7th, from 2-5 p.m. Complete a YMP BINGO card to be entered […]
Be part of our first-ever Block Party, with a pre-game celebration leading into an afternoon of exciting hoops.
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.
Be a part of Portland's iconic roller derby scene! Saturday, March 7th Break Neck Betties vs. Guns N Rollers Doors at 6 PM - Game at 7 PM At the Hangar at Oaks Park. General Admission: $22 Tickets at the Door: $25+ fees Kids 6 and under: Free
There's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Washington County Libraries! These range from: Preschool Storytimes, Family Storytimes, Toddler Times, Book Babies, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Washington County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on holidays.
There's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Multnomah County Libraries! These include: Tiny Tots, Family Storytime, Book Babies, Black Family Storytime, Pajama Storytime, Native Family Storytime, Toddler Storytime, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Multnomah County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on […]
Indoor Play Parks are officially back! 🎉 Cozy up in the Conestoga Recreation Center! Families with children up to 6 years of age can gather to interact and develop motor and social skills during Indoor Play Park. Adult supervision is required; only youth drop-in fees apply. ***Before you go - check THPRD's website - activity calendar […]
FLIP is celebrating Holi this week with a twist on the classic vinegar and baking soda volcano experiment. Make colors explode and learn about the Hindu festival of colors. While you're here, you can also enjoy the rest of the museum, including our green screen stage and cartoon-making room. FLIP is great for families with […]
My Gym & Westside Queer Resource Center have teamed up to co-host this fun family night! Perfect for families with kids 0-10 years old, this community event will feature both open playtime in My Gym’s play space as well as crafting in our ancillary room provided by WQRC. Older children are absolutely welcome to attend and […]
Daylight Savings Time got you down? Come make some s'mores and cuddle some goats! Goat It Solutions will be at Director Park in front of Marsh & Mallow Co. between 2-4PM on Sunday, March 8th. The goats will be there, rain or shine- there is cover/shelter at Director Park and the s'mores shop is warm […]
There's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Washington County Libraries! These range from: Preschool Storytimes, Family Storytimes, Toddler Times, Book Babies, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Washington County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on holidays.
There's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Multnomah County Libraries! These include: Tiny Tots, Family Storytime, Book Babies, Black Family Storytime, Pajama Storytime, Native Family Storytime, Toddler Storytime, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Multnomah County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on […]
Indoor Play Parks are officially back! 🎉 Cozy up in the Conestoga Recreation Center! Families with children up to 6 years of age can gather to interact and develop motor and social skills during Indoor Play Park. Adult supervision is required; only youth drop-in fees apply. ***Before you go - check THPRD's website - activity calendar […]
FLIP is celebrating Holi this week with a twist on the classic vinegar and baking soda volcano experiment. Make colors explode and learn about the Hindu festival of colors. While you're here, you can also enjoy the rest of the museum, including our green screen stage and cartoon-making room. FLIP is great for families with […]
What is a MusikLab? We provide the space and instruments and you do whatever moves you. MusikLabs are unstructured, all ages (we recommend 6 months - 9 years), and all abilities. Visit our website for details. Registration is required for each participant 17 years and under. Up to 2 grownups are welcome per registered participant. […]
Let the littles run, roll, and explore in our old-school basketball gym! We transform the space with ride-on toys, balls, and toddler-friendly equipment for open-ended play. Perfect for burning energy rain or shine. Children must be accompanied by an adult. $8, $6 for siblings Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
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 and on a […]
There's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Washington County Libraries! These range from: Preschool Storytimes, Family Storytimes, Toddler Times, Book Babies, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Washington County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on holidays.
There's a storytime pretty much every day of the week at Multnomah County Libraries! These include: Tiny Tots, Family Storytime, Book Babies, Black Family Storytime, Pajama Storytime, Native Family Storytime, Toddler Storytime, storytimes in various languages, and more! Use the Multnomah County Library events calendar to find one you love. Libraries may be closed on […]
Indoor Play Parks are officially back! 🎉 Cozy up in the Cedar Hills Recreation Center for a variety of fun games for children under the age of six! Enjoy our mini roller coaster, ride-on cars, pedal cars, mini-trampoline, mini basketball hoops, and other play toys! ***Before you go - check THPRD's website - activity calendar […]
Let the littles run, roll, and explore in our old-school basketball gym! We transform the space with ride-on toys, balls, and toddler-friendly equipment for open-ended play. Perfect for burning energy rain or shine. Children must be accompanied by an adult. $8, $6 for siblings Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
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 and on a […]
Hear stories, sing songs, and enjoy fun activities for children of all ages and their parents or caregivers. Hosted by the Vancouver Mall Public Library on Tuesdays & Thursdays, 11am-12pm. Library events and programs are open to the public and provided at no cost. Check the event host's website for confirm the event is happening […]
Instructor supervised open play for all skill levels ages 24 months - 8 years old. One hour time includes warm up, event rotation areas, and play time. Ages 24 months - 8 years old. Co-Ed. A guardian must stay and be on the floor for any child under 3 years of age.
Join us for songs, snuggles, and support! Meet with other caregivers (of brand new tiny humans) in a safe, clean, calm, accepting environment. We'll sing some lullabies and get to know one another. Due to the this particular age group's sensitivity, MASKS WILL BE REQUIRED FOR ALL ACCOMPANYING GROWNUPS. Editor’s note: This event is a […]
It’s cold outside, but campground reservation season starts early.
