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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!
What do a salmon scale and a tree ring have in common? What critters live in our forest? Explore these questions and more at Columbia Springs’ Nature Days! Start at our Visitor Center for maps, information, and activities. Choose your own adventure around our forest and enjoy volunteer-led activities, games, and guided walks! 2025 Themes: […]
Join Washington County Master Gardeners for a Fun, Free, Family event at our Learning Garden at Jenkins Estate. Activities for all ages. Learn about pollinators and hummingbirds, carnivorous plants, composting, natives, and more!
Join us for a special, free event of cultural sharing with the Portland All Nations Canoe Family (PANCF). Come see their beautiful, hand-carved wooden canoes, hear stories passed down through generations, and learn about the rich traditions of Pacific Northwest Tribes. You’ll have the chance to participate in hands-on activities inspired by potlatch customs, and […]
🌟 Day of Play with Harper’s Playground – Saturday, June 28, 2025 🌟 Join us for a joyful Day of Play on Saturday, June 28, 2025, at the beautiful and inclusive playground: Chelsea Anderson Memorial Play Station in Vancouver, Washington! Hosted by Harper’s Playground, this free, family-friendly event is all about celebrating the power of […]
Welcome to Open Saturday at Pearson Field Education Center in Vancouver, WA! Join us on Saturdays from 10am-3pm for a day of STEAM education through aviation. Our center is perfect for youth of all ages to experience hands-on learning and exploration. Explore our flight simulator lab featuring Kerbal Space Program and Microsoft Flight Simulator, a […]
Join us for our third annual community market featuring 30+ local artisans, makers, and creatives—plus a special Kid Artist Zone showcasing young talent! Come shop, connect with neighbors, and support local creativity. Free to attend | Family-friendly | All are welcome!
“We must walk lightly when we are between worlds with this sacred being.” – Phillip Cash Cash Indigenous peoples have long been in relationship with and shared stories about sacred forest protectors, often called Sasquatch and Bigfoot. The works in this exhibition are made by Indigenous artists and honor generations of spiritual practices, storytelling, and tradition. Leave your preconceived […]
Immerse Yourself in a 2-Day Midsummer Extravaganza at the Nordic Northwest Campus in SW Portland! Tickets grant access to both Friday evening and Saturday festivities. Bask in the warmth of the midnight sun as we commemorate the end of the cold winter months with the Oregon Midsummer Festival - a delightful fusion of friendship, food, and […]
Step into a magical fairy land at Lakewold Gardens, where wonder and whimsy wait around every corner. This enchanting annual community event takes place on Saturday, June 28 and Sunday, June 29. Discover charming fairy houses, enjoy hands-on activities, and explore a weekend full of delight for all ages. Come wander, play, and find a little […]
Enjoy vibrant music, captivating performances, thrilling jousts, and a bustling marketplace filled with master artisans and legendary food purveyors. Whether you’re here to explore history, dive into cosplay, or create magical memories with your family and friends, the Oregon Renaissance Faire promises an unforgettable experience in the enchanting pine forest setting of Canby, OR, now […]
Children from birth to age 6 (with a favorite adult) enjoy books highlighting LGBTQ+ families, along with songs, rhymes and movement activities building language, literacy, and community in an identity-supporting environment.
The Oregon Bird Man is back with an educational and fun show for all ages including exotic animals, reptiles, and of course, birds! 🦜🐍🦎 📅 Saturday, June 28th ⏰ 10:30 AM Show is included with farm admission, $12/person ages 2+. ❤️🦙 Join us for the show and stay to explore our farm! Bounce to your […]
Ethos Music Center is thrilled to introduce our Community Drop-in Sessions. We have something new for music lovers of all ages and genres. Including… Community Jam Session and Drum Circle: Experience this joyful and energetic group making music in a fun and welcoming space. Drums are provided or bring any instrument of your choice. All […]
Join us every Saturday as Gerard Bardler (the bard of Wonderwood) reads stories and sings songs! Books generously donated by our neighbor’s Twin Rivers Books. Family friend, family fun, FREE!
A new fairytale from Kettlehead Studios follows the story of a princess and her horse on a classical journey for freedom. $10 tickets for all attendees. Sat June 28 at 11am and 2pm Sun June 29 at 11am and 2pm (play space is open 30 min before and after shows)
