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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!
Ladybug Nature Walk at Overlook Park – 10:00am Register for this Ladybug Walk here: LINK Ladybug Nature Walks are a way for children ages 0-6 (and an adult) to explore a local Portland park. We move slowly through parks looking for plants and animals. Walks are led by a nature educator, and children borrow a […]
Portland Book Week starts June 6th, so let's celebrate at the Literacy Kid Lounge! We will have storytime, crafts, bubbles and finish with a balloon drop! Space is limited, so tickets are required. All ages, but geared towards ages 12 months - 5 years.
Junior Jams & Music Exploration is a Grown Up & Me Music Class For Ages 1 - 5! Run by Teacher David every week we learn about a different genre of music! Anywhere from Rock, to Jazz to TV Themes! We also learn about our ABC's, our 1,2,3's and have a whole lot of fun! […]
Portland Book Week starts June 6th, so let's celebrate! We will have storytime, crafts, bubbles and finish with a balloon drop dance party! Space is limited, so tickets are required. All ages, but geared towards Ages 12 months - 5 years.
“We must walk lightly when we are between worlds with this sacred being.” – Phillip Cash Cash Indigenous peoples have long been in relationship with and shared stories about sacred forest protectors, often called Sasquatch and Bigfoot. The works in this exhibition are made by Indigenous artists and honor generations of spiritual practices, storytelling, and tradition. Leave your preconceived […]
During Fleet Week, ship tours are offered on a first-come first-served basis. U.S. Navy ships will be open for public tours on June 5-8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All tours will be complete by 4 p.m., so the tour line may be cut earlier in the afternoon, depending on line waiting times. In […]
Our summer programs that will be happening most Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays at 11:30 am and 1:30 pm. Naturalist led programs on subjects such as cougars, owls, bats, and more! Spend your day in the forest exploring new forest related topics. A full program calander is available on our website linked here! For more updates […]
The Portland Rose Society Annual Spring Rose Show is the largest and longest-running rose show in the nation. The exquisite beauty and fragrances of this yearly show emanate from more than 4,000 blooms. Entry is open to anyone, and all entrants are encouraged. Rose growers from across the Pacific Northwest participate, and some 6,000 spectators […]
The International Loving Touch will be holding two (2) free parent-baby massage practice lab session during an Instructor Training Course. Registration is free for families who register online in advance. Go to our website www.lovingtouch.com. Parents/caregivers will learn basic massage methods and techniques for their newborns and pre-crawlers. This is an evidence-based program with many […]
Fathom, created by the local Roboto Octopodo collecive is an immersive underwater-themed art experience and world full of creativity and surprises featuring whimsical sculptures and objects for visitors to interact with. Prices: $22 - General Admission $20 - Youth (4-12), Seniors, Military with valid ID FREE - Ages 3 & under FREE - Within 7 […]
CityFair is the ultimate family outing for kids and parents! Packed with kid-friendly rides, tasty treats, and hands-on fun, it's an exciting place to explore, play, and make big memories. Don’t miss the Kid Zone—with activities and entertainment tailored to kids. It’s an easy win for a day full of joy. The Portland Rose Festival […]
Mr. Hoo is at Mississippi Pizza every 1st Friday & 3rd Friday! Third Fridays he plays solo (or often with his son Aidan on bass). Get some yummy pizza, an adult beverage and watch the kids dance while Mr. Hoo plays fun music for families. And best of all, you don’t have to do the […]
We’re back at Laurelhurst Park all Summer long with Portland’s favorite outdoor stand up comedy showcase! Always free to attend, always fun. Every Friday starting June 6th and running through September 5th (no shows on July 11th and 25th) Blankets drop at 6pm, show starts at 6:30pm. This year features the freshest line up of […]
The Ridgefield Big Paddle Waterfront Festival commemorates the designation of the Lewis River to Vancouver Lake Water Trail each year on National Trails Day. The Ridgefield Big Paddle began in 2012 to celebrate the efforts of many to create this water trail resource. The first Big Paddle was on June 2, 2012. Big Paddle is […]
Every year Oregon State Parks begins the busier season with a small thank you to its visitors — free camping and day-use parking on State Parks Day. State Parks Day has been a tradition since 1998 to thank Oregonians for their long-standing support of the state park system. It falls on the first Saturday of […]
