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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!
Watch the creative milk carton boat race at Westmoreland Park casting pond! Spectators get to vote for their 3 favorite teams. Opening ceremony is at 11:45am; races begin at 12pm.
Head to the event that celebrates our community, the Festival of Balloons in Tigard! The hot air balloons are definitely the featured attraction of the Festival, and it's also is a place for families and friends to gather, play and relax. Join in the pre-dawn hours as hot air balloons launch into the morning sky […]
Check out art exhibits, food booths, music, artist demos, kids’ activities and fine art crafts at this longtime regional favorite — Lake Oswego Festival of the Arts! It's free, with donations encouraged. This year's festival includes: Family Fun Enjoy dedicated kids' activities and an electric lineup of live bands performing all weekend long. Curated Galleries […]
It’s no secret that splash pads are a family favorite for cooling down when the weather is hot. They're a safe, fun option for beating the heat with kids of all ages — head to one this weekend! We've made it easy for you to find splash pads by location with our interactive map and […]
The whole family will be delighted at the Lincoln City Summer Kite Festival. Gaze up at huge, colorful octopuses swimming through the skies, whales breaching the clouds, and fast Rokkaku kites dancing through the air in loops and whorls. Traditionally held on the beach at the D River Wayside, the 2026 Summer Kite Festival will be held […]
Enjoy weekly free swim sessions at these PP&R outdoor pools: Creston Pool – Mondays 6:30pm to 8pm Peninsula Pool – Tuesdays 1pm to 3:45pm* Montavilla Pool – Tuesdays 6pm to 8pm Grant Pool – Wednesdays 1pm to 3pm Sellwood Pool – Wednesdays 6:30pm to 8pm Pier Pool – Thursdays 1:30pm to 3:30pm Outdoor pools open on […]
It’s Baby Animal Season at Frog Pond Farm in Wilsonville! Looking for things to do with kids near Portland or Salem this spring and summer? It’s all here at Frog Pond Farm. Come meet our animals, including camels, llamas, mini donkeys, goats, pigs, cows, and more. With 10+ acres of space to explore, this is […]
Ready, Set, Go! is a 30 minute introductory class that will introduce a new sport every week (think soccer, flag football, golf, kickball, t-ball, obstacle course, track-and-field, field hockey, etc). There will be group stretches, skill practice and then a mini scrimmage/game at the end of the class. Through games, interactive exercises, and fun activities, […]
P&R’s Free Lunch + Play program offers nutritious meals and fun activities for kids and families when school is out. There are sports, games, arts, crafts, music, and other activities led by trained staff and community partners. Free Lunch + Play begins in late June and runs Monday through Friday, 10am to 2pm with lunch at noon. […]
Each week brings new adventures during the Summer Splash! Festival of Fun! Our event calendar is filled with exciting activities and special guests that spark creativity, curiosity, and wonder. Enjoy roller-skating parrots, circus performers, inspiring artists, border collie athletes, sand carvers, a 25-foot rock wall, and so much more! Editor’s note: This event is a […]
Join Ethos Music Center for a joyful drum circle experience! This all-ages, all-abilities session invites families, musicians, and curious newcomers to discover the joy of hand percussion in the warmth of the summer sun. Whether you want to learn fundamental drumming techniques, pick up an instrument and jump right in, or simply dance along to […]
Enjoy free lunch and fun activities offered at this free summer youth recreation program. This year's host parks are Main City Park and Red Sunset. Activities: Arts and crafts Group games Special guests About SKIP: Free lunches and activities are available to all youth up to age 18. There is no cost to participate. No […]
Stop by The Shack twice daily for FREE All Ages Bingo! Prizes include Oodles Toys Tokens and more. The event happens at both 12-12:30pm and 4-4:30pm. Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
Enjoy weekly free swim sessions at these PP&R outdoor pools: Creston Pool – Mondays 6:30pm to 8pm Peninsula Pool – Tuesdays 1pm to 3:45pm* Montavilla Pool – Tuesdays 6pm to 8pm Grant Pool – Wednesdays 1pm to 3pm Sellwood Pool – Wednesdays 6:30pm to 8pm Pier Pool – Thursdays 1:30pm to 3:30pm Outdoor pools open on […]
It’s Baby Animal Season at Frog Pond Farm in Wilsonville! Looking for things to do with kids near Portland or Salem this spring and summer? It’s all here at Frog Pond Farm. Come meet our animals, including camels, llamas, mini donkeys, goats, pigs, cows, and more. With 10+ acres of space to explore, this is […]
Designed just for younger guests, enjoy two hours on kiddie and select family attractions with gentle thrills, followed by snack and story time with Chipper the Squirrel. It’s the perfect way for preschoolers to experience the magic of the park—at a pint-sized pace! Ride Time: 10 AM-12 PM Snack & Story: 12-12:30 PM Admission: $13.50 per child One […]
P&R’s Free Lunch + Play program offers nutritious meals and fun activities for kids and families when school is out. There are sports, games, arts, crafts, music, and other activities led by trained staff and community partners. Free Lunch + Play begins in late June and runs Monday through Friday, 10am to 2pm with lunch at noon. […]
Each week brings new adventures during the Summer Splash! Festival of Fun! Our event calendar is filled with exciting activities and special guests that spark creativity, curiosity, and wonder. Enjoy roller-skating parrots, circus performers, inspiring artists, border collie athletes, sand carvers, a 25-foot rock wall, and so much more! Editor’s note: This event is a […]
Join us for another wonderful summer of dancing in the shade of the tall trees with BodyVox. Join us on Tuesday mornings for Creative Movement for Kids with Hayate Alexander, a FREE offering for kids of all ages. Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
The Square and Portland creative Larry Yes partner to bring the program Free Art in The Park to downtown Portland on Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 2 – July 30. Kids, adults, neighbors, families, and friends are invited to come out in creative spirit to enjoy painting, music, fun and meaningful connection. This free community art […]
Enjoy free lunch and fun activities offered at this free summer youth recreation program. This year's host parks are Main City Park and Red Sunset. Activities: Arts and crafts Group games Special guests About SKIP: Free lunches and activities are available to all youth up to age 18. There is no cost to participate. No […]
Stop by The Shack twice daily for FREE All Ages Bingo! Prizes include Oodles Toys Tokens and more. The event happens at both 12-12:30pm and 4-4:30pm. Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
The Noon Tunes Summer Concert Series returns to The Square for its 34th year on Tuesdays and Thursdays June 2 – July 30! From Noon-1:00pm enjoy a dynamic mix of homegrown music from some of Portland’s top regional and local musical talent. With 18 FREE concerts, dancing, painting at Art in The Park and some […]
Enjoy weekly free swim sessions at these PP&R outdoor pools: Creston Pool – Mondays 6:30pm to 8pm Peninsula Pool – Tuesdays 1pm to 3:45pm* Montavilla Pool – Tuesdays 6pm to 8pm Grant Pool – Wednesdays 1pm to 3pm Sellwood Pool – Wednesdays 6:30pm to 8pm Pier Pool – Thursdays 1:30pm to 3:30pm Outdoor pools open on […]
Are you navigating the exciting, challenging and rewarding journey of parenthood? Join a group of new parents looking to connect, share experiences, and support one another along the way! Editor’s note: This event is a community submission.
Roll, Jump, and tumble in the great outdoors! Tiny tumblers is moving to Sellwood Park and will continue on Wednesday mornings all summer! This 30 minute class will introduce tumbling basics through movement songs, games, stretches, and an outdoor obstacle course. Parent participation required. Ages 16 months-3 years. Editor’s note: This event is a community […]
Topaz Farm farmer talks are the perfect way for your littles to meet one of our farm animals up close. Each week Farmer Kat brings out a different animal. It might be the goats, mini donkeys, chickens, baby chicks, ducks, sheep or lambs. Or there might be a walk to visit Sophie the Pig, or […]
Starting June 10th, you can head to Hoffman Farms every Wednesday at 10:00 AM for stories, fresh air, and fun on the farm. We love seeing families gather together and making memories while enjoying a good book.
Designed just for younger guests, enjoy two hours on kiddie and select family attractions with gentle thrills, followed by snack and story time with Chipper the Squirrel. It’s the perfect way for preschoolers to experience the magic of the park—at a pint-sized pace! Ride Time: 10 AM-12 PM Snack & Story: 12-12:30 PM Admission: $13.50 per child One […]
P&R’s Free Lunch + Play program offers nutritious meals and fun activities for kids and families when school is out. There are sports, games, arts, crafts, music, and other activities led by trained staff and community partners. Free Lunch + Play begins in late June and runs Monday through Friday, 10am to 2pm with lunch at noon. […]
Each week brings new adventures during the Summer Splash! Festival of Fun! Our event calendar is filled with exciting activities and special guests that spark creativity, curiosity, and wonder. Enjoy roller-skating parrots, circus performers, inspiring artists, border collie athletes, sand carvers, a 25-foot rock wall, and so much more! Editor’s note: This event is a […]
Weekly markets will feature up to 25 local ceramic artists, studios and independent makers. On the last Wednesday of each month — June 24, July 29 and Aug. 26 — the event will expand into the Guild's Bazaar, an all-makers open to a broader range of craft mediums including glass, wood, metal, textiles and candles. […]
Enjoy free live music at Gateway Discovery Park this summer! Every Wednesday from 11:30 am-12:30 pm. It's the perfect easy outing to get the kids out of the house, and get yourself outside, too! Event Date/Times DJ Anjali & The Incredible Kid - Join this high-energy Bollywood/bhangra dance party and learn a few South Asian […]
