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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!
Immerse yourself into peony paradise. With 30 acres of peony fields and a 2 acre display garden to stroll through, there is something for everyone. Our truck, flower cart, display garden and fields, make for perfect photo opportunities that will leave all your friends in awe. Free Parking / Admission Pet Friendly Picnics Encouraged Wheelchair […]
Immerse yourself into peony paradise. With 30 acres of peony fields and a 2 acre display garden to stroll through, there is something for everyone. Our truck, flower cart, display garden and fields, make for perfect photo opportunities that will leave all your friends in awe. Free Parking / Admission Pet Friendly Picnics Encouraged Wheelchair […]
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 […]
The roster for the 2025 St. Johns Farmers Market season includes more than 80 small businesses, including new and returning vendors spanning local farmers, artisan food, and handmade arts and crafts. New this year, SJFM is excited to partner with OSU Extension Service to bring hands-on nutrition education to the kids activity booth. The program, […]
Immerse yourself into peony paradise. With 30 acres of peony fields and a 2 acre display garden to stroll through, there is something for everyone. Our truck, flower cart, display garden and fields, make for perfect photo opportunities that will leave all your friends in awe. Free Parking / Admission Pet Friendly Picnics Encouraged Wheelchair […]
It’s time for the 2025 Porch Concert Series! 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 […]
"Oh, but that's nonsense. Flowers can't talk." - Alice. We beg to differ! Join us for some "nonsense" on the beautiful 13 acres of the Grand Lodge estate this Memorial Day Weekend... Self-guided garden tours (don't fall down the rabbit hole! Or maybe... do.) with our gardeners standing by to answer questions and talk plants, insects, […]
Hey dads, moms, and little green thumbs—get ready to celebrate spring in the sweetest way! The weekend after Mother’s Day, join us for a joyful Family Planting Event at Kitchen Garden Playschool in Gladstone, OR! What to expect: Hands-on planting fun made just for little ones (ages 3–5) Quality bonding time in the garden Tips […]
Nature & science alert! Come get hands on and learn about invasive species in Hillsboro including the destructive Emerald Ash Borer Beetle. This free interactive event for the whole family will feature activities including: 🌿 Beanbag toss 🌿 Ring toss 🌿 Scavenger Hunt 🌿 Crafts 🌿 Storytime 🌿 Observation Station on the deck 🌿 More! […]
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 […]
Immerse yourself into peony paradise. With 30 acres of peony fields and a 2 acre display garden to stroll through, there is something for everyone. Our truck, flower cart, display garden and fields, make for perfect photo opportunities that will leave all your friends in awe. Free Parking / Admission Pet Friendly Picnics Encouraged Wheelchair […]
Join Us for Family Day at the Winery – The Last Sunday of Every Month! May's Activity: Bubble Fun A Fun Day for the Whole Family No need for a babysitter—bring the whole family and enjoy a relaxing afternoon at the winery. Rain or shine, we have activities planned to keep everyone entertained indoors. For […]
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 […]
Immerse yourself into peony paradise. With 30 acres of peony fields and a 2 acre display garden to stroll through, there is something for everyone. Our truck, flower cart, display garden and fields, make for perfect photo opportunities that will leave all your friends in awe. Free Parking / Admission Pet Friendly Picnics Encouraged Wheelchair […]
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 […]
