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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!
Oregon Renaissance Faire returns for four magical weekends this June in Canby!
Team up with friends and family to compete in a city-wide scavenger hunt! Your team will hunt for historic sites and accomplish tasks, uncovering Gresham's past in the process. This […]
Get out and explore nature in 2026! Enjoy free parking at Oxbow and Blue Lake regional parks, Broughton Beach, M. James Gleason Memorial Boat Ramp and Chinook Landing Marine Park on 19 days in 2026. The dates for 2026 […]
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 […]
Kick off your summer soccer experience with a hole-in-one! Mini Golf on the Go is bringing its soccer-themed portable mini golf course to HOCM for a full day of fun […]
Explore 16 acres of cultivated and natural gardens in outer Southeast Portland! Families especially love The Aerial Tree Walk (fully ADA accessible) and the gathering meadow with room to relax, […]
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 […]
Bring your littles for arts and crafts on the farm, "Farm Crafts!" This is a great way to help kids see all the fun you can have with things found […]
Experience the zoo after hours on Fridays from June 19 through August 21. Each ZooNights evening is filled with live music, food carts, keeper chats and activities for all ages. Plus, animal encounters offer […]
Enjoy live music, craft beer, BBQ, motorcycle and car shows, and family-friendly fun all weekend long. Regional bands, Portland Wrestling, beer garden, food vendors, kids activities, and special events throughout […]
Kickstand Comedy in the Park is a weekly free stand-up comedy show that has become a staple of Portland summers. Featuring live comedy from the Pacific Northwest’s favorite local and […]
Team up with friends and family to compete in a city-wide scavenger hunt! Your team will hunt for historic sites and accomplish tasks, uncovering Gresham's past in the process. This […]
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 […]
Shop local at a Portland-area farmers market this weekend! Think fresh produce, local cheese, and maybe even a little chocolate or wine to round out your haul. Plus, many have […]
Pollinators are essential to our ecosystems—and they need our help! This festival is your chance to learn, celebrate, and take action to protect these amazing creatures while having fun with […]
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 […]
Hop on your bikes as a family for a weekly bike ride! This is an all-ages/all-abilities ride from Southeast Portland to the PSU Farmers’ Market. This ride helps support local […]
Join us for a story and guided walk on the trails at Hoyt Arboretum. We will use all of our senses to explore the natural surroundings and maybe even get […]
We are so excited for our Creative Kid Market 💫 This is a special event where kiddos get to show off what they’ve been working on, sell their creations, and […]
Explore 16 acres of cultivated and natural gardens in outer Southeast Portland! Families especially love The Aerial Tree Walk (fully ADA accessible) and the gathering meadow with room to relax, […]
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 […]
Head to French Prairie Gardens for Live Music, BBQ, Brews and activities for the whole family to enjoy! Featuring Tractor Wagon Rides, Super Mega Slide and over 15 different activities! […]
Cornell Farm is celebrating the longest day of the year with their annual Summer Solstice Celebration! The event is all about supporting pollinators, raising funds for the Leach Botanical Garden, […]
Check out Kernside's first ever neighborhood street fair! NE 28th between Burnside and Glisan will be closed for a whole day of midsummer fun and frolics, from live music, comedy […]
The 54th Annual Festival and Parade takes place June 20, 2026, with community celebration, kids' activities, guest speakers, live music and stage performances, special guests and vendors. The parade beings […]
Celebrate Dad in unforgettable style this Father’s Day weekend with a ride behind a true piece of living history at the Oregon Rail Heritage Center. Join us on Saturday, June […]
Enjoy live music, craft beer, BBQ, motorcycle and car shows, and family-friendly fun all weekend long. Regional bands, Portland Wrestling, beer garden, food vendors, kids activities, and special events throughout […]
Celebrate the 18th anniversary of Kidical Mass PDX with a bike ride downtown to get frozen yogurt! This family-friendly, kid-paced bike ride was founded in June 2008 on a route […]
The fifth annual Juneteenth Celebration will take place on Saturday, June 20, 2026, 3-6PM at Cook Family Park, Shelter #2 (by the inclusive playground). Hosted by the City of Tigard […]
Spend Father's Day at the farm or book Dad for a farm to plate dinner! Details will be available soon on Topaz Farm's website, so check their for more information!
Find some plant inspo at beautiful Farmington Gardens on Father's Day! They're having raffles, special sales and food trucks to celebrate the day.
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 […]
Kick off blueberry season and celebrate Dad with early bird picking and breakfast with Farmer Jay Hoffman. Pancake breakfast is free for anyone who comes to the farm. Espresso drinks […]
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 […]
