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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!
Join Columbia Play Project for our free first Sunday Community Play Day!
Find big and small ways to celebrate the moms and mother-figures in your life!
Dive into this irresistible musical adventure, where an unexpected hero, and the power of friendship & community, save the day! It’s fun for the whole family! Showtimes vary between 2pm & 7pm. See the event hosts' website for details. Based on the series by Stephen Hillenburg Book by Kyle Jarrow Musical Production Conceived by Tina […]
Fridays at 10am, Cameron Ford is hosting “Tiny Tunes”, a weekly kids concert, in the new and undiscovered living-room-style show space (“the riff”) at b street records & vintage in downtown Milwaukie. Kicking off June 6, this free, family-friendly concert series is perfect for children ages 0-4 but all ages are welcome.
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 […]
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.
We are thrilled to announce the Portland Jewish Music Festival 2026! Now in its second year, this celebration of Jewish musical traditions from throughout the diaspora and Israel will fill EJC for more than a week with top-tier artists from near and far. We are especially delighted to host one of the most famous Mizrachi […]
Dive into this irresistible musical adventure, where an unexpected hero, and the power of friendship & community, save the day! It’s fun for the whole family! Showtimes vary between 2pm & 7pm. See the event hosts' website for details. Based on the series by Stephen Hillenburg Book by Kyle Jarrow Musical Production Conceived by Tina […]
The St. Johns Bizarre is a uniquely crafted FREE celebration that kicks off the summer street fair season in Portland. Held annually on the second Saturday in May, the Bizarre brings music, crafts, and food to the crowds who traditionally attended the St. Johns Parade — along with the crowds who also now come for the Bizarre itself. After […]
Back by popular demand! You are cordially invited to join the Hatter for tea. Travel through the looking glass to enjoy an interactive extravaganza filled with music, magic, and just a touch of madness. Enjoy tea and treats as the Hatter takes you through interactive stories, songs, and a magic show! Costumes and tea party […]
Celebrate Mother's Day at WONDERLOVE! Enjoy their public market, brunch, live music, gifts and more. Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
PYP's Conservatory ensembles close their season with Pictures at an Exhibition by Modest Mussorgsky and orchestrated by Maurice Ravel. The concert takes listeners through a vivid musical gallery, with each movement inspired by a different painting or sketch by the artist Viktor Hartmann. Recommended for ages 8+
William Temple House Jam! is a 1-day music event featuring 5 local talents in the garden of the historic Mackenzie Building in NW Portland on May 9th, 2026, from 2pm to 8pm. In honor of Mental Health Awareness Month, William Temple House Jam! will be an inclusive, all-ages community benefit concert where 100% of proceeds […]
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.
We are thrilled to announce the Portland Jewish Music Festival 2026! Now in its second year, this celebration of Jewish musical traditions from throughout the diaspora and Israel will fill EJC for more than a week with top-tier artists from near and far. We are especially delighted to host one of the most famous Mizrachi […]
Dive into this irresistible musical adventure, where an unexpected hero, and the power of friendship & community, save the day! It’s fun for the whole family! Showtimes vary between 2pm & 7pm. See the event hosts' website for details. Based on the series by Stephen Hillenburg Book by Kyle Jarrow Musical Production Conceived by Tina […]
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.
Join us every Sunday morning at 10 am for a free kids' concert — the perfect weekend activity for families and kids!
Show Mom your love with a special day at Leach Botanical Garden. Enjoy a leisurely stroll through the garden to admire the spring blooms, then visit the Manor House for tea and delightful Celtic harp music. Non-Member Tickets: Senior (62+) $8.00 Adult (18-61) $8.00 Youth (6-17) $5.00 Child (5 and younger) $0.00 - Free for […]
Back by popular demand! You are cordially invited to join the Hatter for tea. Travel through the looking glass to enjoy an interactive extravaganza filled with music, magic, and just a touch of madness. Enjoy tea and treats as the Hatter takes you through interactive stories, songs, and a magic show! Costumes and tea party […]
Celebrate Mother's Day at WONDERLOVE! Enjoy their public market, brunch, live music, gifts and more. Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
We are thrilled to announce the Portland Jewish Music Festival 2026! Now in its second year, this celebration of Jewish musical traditions from throughout the diaspora and Israel will fill EJC for more than a week with top-tier artists from near and far. We are especially delighted to host one of the most famous Mizrachi […]
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 […]
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. Occurs at 9:50am, 10:40am and 5:20pm. Visit our website for details. Registration is required for each participant 17 years and under. Up to 2 […]
We are thrilled to announce the Portland Jewish Music Festival 2026! Now in its second year, this celebration of Jewish musical traditions from throughout the diaspora and Israel will fill EJC for more than a week with top-tier artists from near and far. We are especially delighted to host one of the most famous Mizrachi […]
Join me for a play-based music and movement class for young children and their caregivers. I’m a music educator with over 20 years of experience working with children, and I love creating spaces where kids can explore music in a way that feels natural, joyful, and developmentally right for them. In each class, we’ll focus […]
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 […]
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 […]
We are thrilled to announce the Portland Jewish Music Festival 2026! Now in its second year, this celebration of Jewish musical traditions from throughout the diaspora and Israel will fill EJC for more than a week with top-tier artists from near and far. We are especially delighted to host one of the most famous Mizrachi […]
Dive into this irresistible musical adventure, where an unexpected hero, and the power of friendship & community, save the day! It’s fun for the whole family! Showtimes vary between 2pm & 7pm. See the event hosts' website for details. Based on the series by Stephen Hillenburg Book by Kyle Jarrow Musical Production Conceived by Tina […]
We are building an exciting community event unlike any other! It's a little bit board games, a little bit family dance party, a little bit dance lessons, and a lot of what you want to help us make it! So, what were we going to call it other than Smorgasbord? Here's what we know so […]
We are thrilled to announce the Portland Jewish Music Festival 2026! Now in its second year, this celebration of Jewish musical traditions from throughout the diaspora and Israel will fill EJC for more than a week with top-tier artists from near and far. We are especially delighted to host one of the most famous Mizrachi […]
In 1950 the small town of McMinnville, Oregon was struck with UFO fever when a local couple spotted a flying disc over their farm, making national news. 50 years later, the fever descended again with the very first UFO festival. Time warp to today and we’re celebrating festival #26! Hear from expert speakers Jason Martell, Matthew […]
Dive into this irresistible musical adventure, where an unexpected hero, and the power of friendship & community, save the day! It’s fun for the whole family! Showtimes vary between 2pm & 7pm. See the event hosts' website for details. Based on the series by Stephen Hillenburg Book by Kyle Jarrow Musical Production Conceived by Tina […]
In music, “do” is foundational, just like the first few months of life. Grow and bond with your infant as we explore the world around us through song, movement, and play. Grownups will be guided through activities that encourage age appropriate development while gaining support and friendship along the way. This class is taught as […]
