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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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Event Series The Little Mermaid

The Little Mermaid

Deb Fennell Auditorium 9000 SW Durham Road, Tigard, OR, United States

Share the Little Mermaid’s adventure from her magical underwater sea palace to the royal castle. Watch as she outsmarts the Sea Witch and shows how love can overcome greed. This musical adaptation of Hans Christian Andersen’s original tale bursts with song, dance, and an enchanting love story. This 50-minute musical features professional actors supported by an ensemble […]

$12 – $14
Event Series Tanabata Wishes with Chiyo Sanada

Tanabata Wishes with Chiyo Sanada

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

Celebrate Tanabata with Chiyo Sanada! Write your wishes on colorful paper using traditional calligraphy, then hang them up as part of the Japanese festival of stars. As an artist, Chiyo’s passion has always been Japanese Calligraphy (Shodo). Shodo is essentially an art of movement, using ink, brush, and paper to express thoughts and emotions in characters. […]

Event Series Picnic Storytime

Picnic Storytime

The Shack at Sellwood Park SE 7th Avenue & SE Miller Street, Portland, United States

Join us for a sweet storytime at The Shack, every Monday and Thursday of the summer! Featuring local guest authors.

Free
Event Series Free Art in the Park at Pioneer Square

Free Art in The Park at Pioneer Square

Pioneer Courthouse Square

The Square and Portland creative Larry Yes partner to expand and bring the program Free Art in The Park to downtown Portland on Tuesdays and Thursdays, June 3 – July 31. Kids, adults, neighbors, families and friends are invited to come out in creative spirit to enjoy painting, fun and connection. This free community art […]

Free
Event Series Noon Tunes Summer Concert Series at Pioneer Square

Noon Tunes Summer Concerts at Pioneer Square

Pioneer Courthouse Square

The Noon Tunes Summer Concert Series returns for its 33rd year and expands to Tuesdays and Thursdays June 3 – July 31! From Noon-1:00pm enjoy music from some of Portland’s best regional and local musical talent. With 17 FREE concerts, dancing, painting at Art in The Park and some of Portland’s favorite food vendors at […]

Free
Event Series Summer Kids in the Park (SKIP)

Summer Kids in the Park (SKIP)

Head to select parks around Gresham for a free lunch and fun activities! No cost or registration. Location details and specific times are below. Activities include: 🎨 Arts and crafts 🥎 Group games 💬 Special guests 🥪 Free lunch Parks and schedule Monday-Thursday, June 23 - Aug. 8 Main City Park Lunch: 1:00-1:30 pm Activities: 1:00-3:00 […]

Free
Event Series Do Workshop (2-5 Months) FREE

Do Workshop (2-5 Months) FREE

The Musikry 43 NW 3rd St, Gresham, OR

In music, “do” is foundational, just like the first few months of life. Grow and bond with your infant as we explore the world around us through song, movement, and play. Grownups will be guided through activities that encourage age appropriate development while gaining support and friendship along the way.  This class is taught as […]

Free

Good Trouble Lives On! A Celebration of John Lewis for Kids and Families

North Portland Library 512 N Killingsworth St., Portland, OR

A free family event to celebrate the legacy of John Lewis with songs & stories at the North Portland Library In his lifetime, John Lewis brought courage and joy to America's Civil Rights movement and later, to 17 terms in Congress representing Georgia's 5th. He changed America for the better by making "good trouble, necessary […]

Free
Event Series Shady Pines Festival

Shady Pines Festival

Head to Camp Tasty’s in Sandy, Oregon for the 4th Annual Shady Pines Festival. Enjoy a long weekend of live music, camping, food, drinks, arts, crafts, games, and good times with our amazing community. A brief write-up of the festival is also in our post: The Pro’s Guide to Music Festivals With Kids EVENT TIME: Attendees can camp at the […]

Free – $60
Event Series PP&R Summer Free for All Concerts & Cultural Events

PP&R Summer Free for All Concerts & Cultural Events

Summer is here! Head to various parks around Portland and experience free movies, concerts, festivals, and special events throughout July and August as part of Portland Parks & Recreations Summer Free For All! Specific events/locations/times are below, but be sure to visit PP&R's site here to confirm event schedules before you go in case anything […]

Free
Event Series Hillsboro Showtime Concert Series

Hillsboro Showtime Concert Series

Shute Park 750 Southeast 8th Avenue, Hillsboro, OR, United States

Enjoy free summer outdoor concerts in the park! The Showtime Concert Series features live music on Thursday evenings during the months of June and July at Shute Park. Bring a chair or blanket to sit back and enjoy the tunes from top local talent. Make sure to check out the rotating lineup of food trucks or bring […]

Free
Event Series “Sherlock Holmes and the Precarious Position”

“Sherlock Holmes and the Precarious Position”

Osterman Theatre (on the Clackamas Community College Campus) 19600 Molalla Ave, Oregon City, O, United States

When Sherlock Holmes and Dr. Watson are approached by twin sisters who have fallen victim to a shady employment scheme, the detective duo quickly find themselves navigating a mysterious web of intrigue and danger. Four talented actors portray multiple roles in this uniquely hilarious comedy, promising a thrilling adventure that is perfect for both Holmes enthusiasts and newcomers alike. […]

$30 – $45
Event Series Washington County Fair

Washington County Fair

Westside Commons (Washington County Fairgrounds) 801 NE 34th Ave, Hillsboro, OR

Join us July 18 - July 27, 2025, at Westside Commons in Hillsboro, Oregon, and let us be your BIG FAIR FUN! The Washington County Fair has FREE admission every day, all day, for everyone, including KIDS! There are so many different FREE children's activities scheduled over the 10 days of the fair: Movie Nights, Live […]

Free admission

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