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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!
The 56th annual Great Oregon Steam-Up brings a full day of family fun to Powerland Heritage Park.
Rain or shine, indoors or out, we’ve got ideas for making the most of this summer.
There’s nothing sweeter than an Oregon berry.
Come read a book with us every morning in the park! All ages welcome, but geared towards a younger crowd. Bring a picnic blanket (or check one out!), grab a […]
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 […]
Head to Helvetia Farm Market EVERY Friday Night this Summer for live music, food trucks, themed activities and more! Spend your Friday evenings enjoying live music, delicious food trucks, refreshing […]
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 […]
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 […]
Porchfest is a free festival of performances on porches, driveways and public spaces across Milwaukie. People are encouraged to walk or bike their neighborhoods, meet their neighbors, and share their talents with […]
Gresham Parks and Recreation presents Movies in the Park, open-air cinema events happening in a select city park on Friday nights in July and August. Bring your cozy blankets and […]
Suspended in trees, surrounded by beauty ... A-WOL’s Art in the Park performance is a fantastical, full-length production set in a unique and rare outdoor theater-style setting. Transforming a park […]
Head to a local park and experience free movies, concerts, festivals, and special events as part of Portland Parks & Recreations Summer Free for All Cultural Events series! Check the […]
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 […]
Wooden Shoe is known for their annual Tulip Festival, but did you know they have spectacular summer flowers to enjoy, too? Enjoy 30 acres of summer flowers. varieties include: sunflowers, […]
Head to Fremont Fest: Through the Ages! A celebration of four decades of community, small businesses, music, memories, and neighborhood tradition. Since 1986, Fremont Fest has brought neighbors together year after […]
Experience Big Fair Fun at the Washington County Fair! Enjoy carnival rides, livestock and agricultural exhibits, games, live music, classic fair food, movies and more. There's so much happening, it's […]
The City of Gladstone invites the community, visitors, alumni, families, and classic car enthusiasts to celebrate the Gladstone Community Festival from Friday, July 31 through Sunday, August 2, 2026. This […]
Looking for things to do with kids near Portland this spring and summer? It’s all here at Frog Pond Farm. Come meet our animals, including camels, llamas, mini donkeys, goats, […]
Visit "Oregon's Oldest Fair!" at the 2026 Yamhill County Fair & Rodeo happening July 29th – August 1st, 2026. Enjoy live entertainment, carnival rides, rodeos, 4H and FFA exhibits, great […]
Stroll through almost 50 acres of breathtaking fields and a beautiful display garden of stunning dahlias featuring over 375 varieties! Take photos, enjoy their shop, and have some food from […]
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 […]
Get an up-close look at dozens of big rigs and other specialty vehicles at the annual Big Truck Day at Conestoga Recreation and Aquatic Center. The Conestoga parking lot will […]
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 […]
The Sellwood Street Fair returns to Portland's historic Sellwood-Moreland neighborhood on Saturday, August 1, 2026. This family-friendly summer celebration features over 150 local artists and vendors, great food, shopping, photo […]
Soar in to the Thurston County Fair and celebrate America's 250th Birthday with our mascot Col. Beaks the Eagle. There is fun for everyone, with animals, entertainment, carnival rides, delicious […]
Get ready to dive into an amazing in-person celebration of culture and fun at the 2026 Chinese Festival! Experience vibrant traditions, delicious food, and lively performances that bring the spirit […]
Climb aboard for a memorable rail adventure through the heart of Portland! The Oregon Rail Heritage Center’s popular weekend train rides return May 23 through October 11, 2026, with departures […]
Head to Hawthorne Plaza on Saturdays from 4-6 pm for their summer concert series! It's the perfect way to spend a beautiful summer afternoon.
Watch movies under the stars with free popcorn! All movies are subtitled. Movie screenings begin after dusk and the event starts at 7:30pm.
Suspended in trees, surrounded by beauty ... A-WOL’s Art in the Park performance is a fantastical, full-length production set in a unique and rare outdoor theater-style setting. Transforming a park […]
Enjoy a magical evening under the stars with your friends and family as we enjoy a movie on the big screen! These family-friendly events are free and open to all […]
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 […]
