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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!

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Join Columbia Play Project for our free first Sunday Community Play Day!

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Find big and small ways to celebrate the moms and mother-figures in your life! 

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  • William Temple House Jam!

    William Temple House 2023 NW Hoyt St, Portland, OR, United States

    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 […]

    $7 – $15

  • Little Moo & Makers Market

    Little Moo & Makers Market
    Gather and Feast Farm 2706 NE 369th st, Lacenter, Washington

    The Little Moo & Makers Market is coming to Gather and Feast Farm — a Sunday market series filled with local shopping, Highland cows, piglets, springtime magic, wood-fired food, and all […]

    Free

  • Reigning Roses Walk

    The Eleanor 1605 NW Everett Street, Portland

    Reigning Roses is a joyful celebration in solidarity with our guests and Rose Haven’s biggest annual fundraiser. Supporters and guests will unite on Mother's Day to stride a beautiful route through […]

    Free

  • Visit Leach Botanical Garden

    Visit Leach Botanical Garden
    Leach Botanical Garden 6704 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR, Portland, United States

    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, […]

    Free – $8

  • Mother Earth Plant Sale & Eco Fair

    McMenamins Edgefield 2126 SW Halsey St, Troutdale, OR

    McMenamins is bringing gardens and community together to celebrate all things Earthy at this Eco Fair. You'll find over 20 plant and garden vendors spread out across the property – […]

    Free

  • Mother’s Day Market

    Mother’s Day Market
    WonderLove 262 SE MAIN ST., PORTLAND, OR, United States

    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.

    Free

  • Tree Time! Preschool Walks

    Tree Time! Preschool Walks
    Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR

    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 […]

    $5 – $8

  • Visit Leach Botanical Garden

    Visit Leach Botanical Garden
    Leach Botanical Garden 6704 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR, Portland, United States

    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, […]

    Free – $8

  • Visit Leach Botanical Garden

    Visit Leach Botanical Garden
    Leach Botanical Garden 6704 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR, Portland, United States

    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, […]

    Free – $8

  • March for Babies

    Oregon Zoo 4001 SW Canyon Road, Portland, OR, United States

    More than a yearly walk, March for Babies is a community. Families, friends, and co-workers can connect while raising critical funds for research, education, advocacy, and programs and services so […]

    Free

  • 6th Annual S.T.E.A.M.’d Up for Kids

    Heritage Powerland Park 3995 Brooklake Road, Northeast Brooks, Oregon

    This unique family event offers an array of exciting activities. From miniature train rides and a scavenger hunt, to hands-on craft building and a Steam Traction Engine transporting guests in […]

    Free – $10

  • Tree Time! Preschool Walks

    Tree Time! Preschool Walks
    Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR

    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 […]

    $5 – $8

  • Visit Leach Botanical Garden

    Visit Leach Botanical Garden
    Leach Botanical Garden 6704 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR, Portland, United States

    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, […]

    Free – $8

  • The Oregon Bird Man Live at Frog Pond Farm

    Frog Pond Farm 2995 SW Advance Rd, Wilsonville, OR, United States

    The Oregon Bird Man is back with an educational and fun show for all ages including exotic animals, reptiles, and of course, birds! 🦜🐦 🦎 📅 Saturday, May 16 ⏰ […]

    Free – $13

  • Visit Leach Botanical Garden

    Visit Leach Botanical Garden
    Leach Botanical Garden 6704 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR, Portland, United States

    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, […]

    Free – $8

  • Southwest Sunday Parkways

    Southwest Sunday Parkways

    Celebrate National Bike Month and open streets at Southwest Portland Sunday Parkways presented by Kaiser Permanente on May 17, 2026, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The Southwest Portland event […]

    Free

  • Tree Time! Preschool Walks

    Tree Time! Preschool Walks
    Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR

    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 […]

    $5 – $8

  • Free Parking Day at Metro Parks

    Free Parking Day at Metro Parks

    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 […]

    Free

  • Visit Leach Botanical Garden

    Visit Leach Botanical Garden
    Leach Botanical Garden 6704 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR, Portland, United States

    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, […]

    Free – $8

  • Memorial Day Special at Hands On

    Memorial Day Special at Hands On
    Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United States

    Hands On Children’s Museum is saying “Thank you for your service” with 50% off admission for military families (with a valid military ID), May 22–25. Visit Memorial Day weekend for […]

  • Visit Leach Botanical Garden

    Visit Leach Botanical Garden
    Leach Botanical Garden 6704 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR, Portland, United States

    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, […]

    Free – $8

  • Memorial Day Special at Hands On

    Memorial Day Special at Hands On
    Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United States

    Hands On Children’s Museum is saying “Thank you for your service” with 50% off admission for military families (with a valid military ID), May 22–25. Visit Memorial Day weekend for […]

  • Tree Time! Preschool Walks

    Tree Time! Preschool Walks
    Hoyt Arboretum 4000 SW Fairview Blvd, Portland, OR

    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 […]

    $5 – $8

  • Visit Leach Botanical Garden

    Visit Leach Botanical Garden
    Leach Botanical Garden 6704 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR, Portland, United States

    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, […]

    Free – $8

  • Pride Parade & Festival

    Tigard High School

    The sixth annual Pride Parade and Festival will take place on Saturday, May 23, 2026, 2-5PM, hosted by the City of Tigard in partnership with the Tigard-Tualatin School District. The […]

    Free

  • Memorial Day Special at Hands On

    Memorial Day Special at Hands On
    Hands On Children's Museum 414 Jefferson St. NE, Olympia, WA, United States

    Hands On Children’s Museum is saying “Thank you for your service” with 50% off admission for military families (with a valid military ID), May 22–25. Visit Memorial Day weekend for […]

  • Visit Leach Botanical Garden

    Visit Leach Botanical Garden
    Leach Botanical Garden 6704 SE 122nd Ave, Portland, OR, Portland, United States

    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, […]

    Free – $8

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Birthdays don’t have to be expensive! 

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We’ve got plenty of ideas for cost-free fun.

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